The 2025 NEXUS Australia Summit is a gathering of next gen (under 45yrs) philanthropists, impact investors, and exceptional young social change makers. This event will amplify brave voices and champion bold ideas, encouraging collaboration to address complex challenges facing society today. Through NEXUS pillars – Connect, Inspire, Activate – attendees will explore innovative solutions and forge partnerships for lasting impact. 

The Summit will include compelling plenaries, networking, and action-oriented workshops that will cut through the buzzwords, sort the passing fads from emerging best practice, and connect you to your new peers. Expect sessions that deeply explore the opportunities, challenges, insights and innovations to reshape the way we can lead positive change now and into the future.

The Summit is by Application and Invitation only, with limited places available and only for those that fit the member demographic.  

Apply here.

The Summit was between Monday 3 - Wednesday 5 March 2025.

Explore the program for exact times.

The Opening Ceremony on Monday 3 March was held at the State Library of Victoria.

Address: 328 Swanston Street, Melbourne

Directions to State Library.

Advice on getting there.

The Summit on Tuesday 4 and Wednesday 5 March was held at The Glasshouse, Olympic Park Oval.

This central location offers beautiful views of the Yarra River and easy access to Melbourne’s CBD, major landmarks, and hotels. For more information on the venue, visit their website here. 

Address: 1 Olympic Blvd Melbourne VIC 3004

Directions to Glasshouse.

Tram: The closest tram stop is around 350m / 5 minute walk to the venue. It is the 7C-MCG - John Cain Arena/Melbourne Park stop for the 70 tram. 

Train: The closest train station is Richmond, which is around 1 km / 14 minute walk to the venue. 

Car: Drop off is on Olympic Boulevard. Please note there is limited parking on the main road, however there is paid parking at Melbourne Olympic Park which can be booked here: https://prebook.mopt.vic.gov.au/en/

Brave Voices. Bold Ideas.

Explore the program.

Explore the program here.

The high level agenda is as follows:

• Monday, 3 March: Opening ceremony (evening)

• Tuesday, 4 March: Full-day program with plenaries breakouts, workshops, and networking. There will be opt-in evening networking opportunities. 

• Wednesday, 5 March: Full-day program with plenaries, breakouts, workshops, and more opportunities for connection. There will be informal closing drinks. 

The NEXUS Australia Summit delegations are carefully curated to bring together next gen philanthropists, impact investors and social/environmental changemakers.

• We define next gen philanthropists and impact investors as those (under 45 yrs) with either inherited or self made wealth currently (or interested in learning about) using capital (financial and otherwise) to pursue positive change.

• We define next gen social change makers as exceptional emerging social entrepreneurs, social change leaders (under 45 yrs), and founders of grassroots organisations.

Whether you're an emerging leader or seasoned pro or simply passionate about social change, you’ll find sessions and connections relevant to your interests and goals.

Apply here.

The Summit was on 3 - 5 March and thus has passed.

• General Early Bird (until 20 December) - AUD $990

• General Admission - AUD $1190

• Social Change Maker Early Bird (until 20 December) - AUD $650

• Social Change Maker - AUD $795

• Scholarship ticket: We have a limited number of fully subsidised places available for early-stage young social change-makers where cost is a barrier and First Nations people. These applications will be reviewed on a case by case basis.

Apply to attend here.

Your ticket grants full access to the entire Summit program, including the opening ceremony seated dinner on Monday 3 March, full day programming including keynotes, workshops, panels, and networking sessions on Tuesday 4 and Wednesday 5 March. Meals and refreshments during sessions are also provided.

We do not offer single day tickets, but please contact us to discuss any particular needs you have around your ability to attend over two days: info@nexusaustralia.org.au

We are no longer receiving pitches for the 2025 Summit program. Explore the program.

Melbourne offers a wide range of accommodation options within easy reach of the Summit venue, from boutique hotels to more budget-friendly choices. We recommend booking early, as March is a busy time in Melbourne.

Accommodation discounts for delegates:

We have partnered with Vibe Hotel and Rendezvous Melbourne to offer delegates a 15-20% discounted rate on accommodation.

Both hotels are located a 25 min walk or 12 minute drive from our Summit venue, the Glasshouse.

Vibe Melbourne 15% off fully flexible rate. 

Book Now rate already applied. 

Promo Code: NEXUS032025

Rendezvous Melbourne 20% off fully flexible rate. 

Book Now rate already applied. 

Promo Code: NEXUS2025

We have a very limited number of fully subsidised places available at the Summit for First Nations peoples and underserved or underrepresented community members where cost is a barrier to attendance. Applications will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

Apply here to attend.

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3 March, Opening Ceremony - State Library of Victoria

The Library provides facilities and services for people with a temporary or permanent disability. Read more about this on their website here.

4 & 5 March, Summit days - The Glasshouse

All spaces at the Glasshouse are wheelchair accessible. Read about the space or take a virtual tour of the venue here.

We’re here to support you

If you have any specific accessibility requirements please reach out to us as soon as possible at info@nexusaustralia.org.au.

NEXUS Australia is underpinned by valued philanthropic partners and sponsors.

Please contact us if you would like to find out more about philanthropic partnership or sponsorship at: info@nexusaustralia.org.au

No, the 2025 NEXUS Australia Summit will not be recorded or live-streamed. Please join us in person for the Summit by applying to attend.

Please contact us if you would like to volunteer during the summit: info@nexusaustralia.org.au

If you outlined dietary requirements when you purchased your ticket, those dietary requirements will be catered for.

If you did not notify us of dietary requirements or need to add to this, please contact us at least 5 working days before the Summit (before Monday 3 March) at: info@nexusaustralia.org.au