Heya everyone, just a reminder that second wave tickets go up at today (26th of September) at 5pm

https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/melbourne-furry-convention-2023-tickets-415676639017

Applications for panels and volunteers are now open!
Panel applications here:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfH9l3y_EVJ-HwLSCc5SyW6V_TiF6ypQavOrlcTYEbMHIYRAw/viewform
Volunteer applications here:
https://forms.gle/iYMuhqd6DWQYU1MQ6

Hi everyone, there won't be a meet this month as all our hosts are not available. We'll be having one in November.

MFE: November, 2022 - BBQ FurMeet
When: 20th of Nov 2022, from 11am until 3pm
Where: BBQ ranges along the Yarra between Flinders Street Station and Richmond Station (follow the diagrams posted if you’re unsure)
Hi everyone! We were a bit busy during October but we'll be cooking up some snags this month. We'll be hosting at our usual spot, same place along Alexandra Avenue. It'll be on the Sunday, hope to see you all there! For safety reasons, please only attend if you are at least double vaccinated.
There are no pre-requisites to being part of the furry fandom. You do not need a fursuit to attend, we’d love to have anyone interested in the Furry Fandom attend. If you're skittish about coming, (try) let the admins know. We'll always do our best to ensure you are comfortable and enjoying yourself. We understand social events can be daunting, our events normally don't have any scheduled activities to minimise pressure.
We’ll be cooking up some sausages and hash browns so drop a gold coin donation and dig in like it’s Bunnings. 100% of the donation will go back into the BBQ and excess is collected to fund future events. We normally have just sausages, bread and hash browns but please let us know of any dietary limitations or suggestions you might have so we can do our best to cater you.
We’ll still be providing water bottles (Make sure to bug Lee about it!), there is also a drinking fountain/tap just next to our usual spot so let's do our best to look after the environment. There are plenty of areas sit and take in the Melbourne weather. (Sunny skies with some soft wind please!)
We strive to make sure our space is welcoming to all attendees as this is a family-friendly event. People of all ages normally attend; as the community grows, newcomers will also include minors. So be mindful of how you conduct yourself and interact amongst other attendees.
•If you are under 16, please be accompanied by a Parent, Guardian or friend that is over 18.
•Please keep it PG-13 so do not discuss adult / explicit topics conversations.
•If you are bringing any possessions, please be responsible about your belongings. Please refrain from bringing more than what a person would reasonably carry.
•There are bins opposite of us, let’s keep the environment clean.
•This is a shared public space, we’re beside a footpath as well as a bike path. Please do not block the paths, we have been warned by Park Rangers about this.
•Rave will yeet you into the river upon request, an invoice will be forwarded to you via telegram.
•What you can bring for yourself (all optional):
-Snacks
-Picnic blanket
-Something to do
-Fursuit (Please stay hydrated)
How to get there:
-The Meet will be held at the BBQ area along the southern side of the Yarra just east of Flinders street Station or south-west of Richmond Station on Alexandra Ave. Check the pictures in the discussion for visual aids.
-If you are taking public transport, you can hop off at Flinders Street Station or Richmond Station. If you want to arrive ASAP, getting off as Flinders Street Station (City Loop) is usually faster but a slightly longer walk. If you want to minimise on walking (carrying a lot of stuff) then we recommend walking from Richmond Station as it is the closer of the 2 stations.
-If you are driving, there is parking right by the area. It is normally metered on weekdays but is unlimited on weekends. (Free parking!)
Host(s):
Rave
If you have any questions or concerns, we can speak in private in person, over PM with the MFE page or with one of the admins in the telegram group.
https://www.facebook.com/melbfurevents
https://www.facebook.com/events/3283815518542160
https://t.me/MFCoffical
https://t.me/announceMFE

Hi everyone, the weather is unreliable tomorrow so if it starts to rain we'll move to the Melbourne central cafeteria. Hope to see you all tomorrow!

MFE: January, 2023 - BBQ FurMeet
When: 15th of Jan 2023, from 11am until 3pm
Where: BBQ ranges along the Yarra between Flinders Street Station and Richmond Station (follow the diagrams posted if you’re unsure)
Happy New Year everyone, we'll be having a BBQ meet by the yarra in Jan. We'll be hosting at our usual spot, same place along Alexandra Avenue. It'll be on the Sunday, hope to see you all there! For safety reasons, please only attend if you are at least double vaccinated.
There are no pre-requisites to being part of the furry fandom. You do not need a fursuit to attend, we’d love to have anyone interested in the Furry Fandom attend. If you're skittish about coming, (try) let the admins know. We'll always do our best to ensure you are comfortable and enjoying yourself. We understand social events can be daunting, our events normally don't have any scheduled activities to minimise pressure.
We’ll be cooking up some sausages and hash browns so drop a gold coin donation and dig in like it’s Bunnings. 100% of the donation will go back into the BBQ and excess is collected to fund future events. We normally have just sausages, bread and hash browns but please let us know of any dietary limitations or suggestions you might have so we can do our best to cater you.
We’ll still be providing water bottles (Make sure to bug Lee about it!), there is also a drinking fountain/tap just next to our usual spot so let's do our best to look after the environment. There are plenty of areas sit and take in the Melbourne weather. (Sunny skies with some soft wind please!)
We strive to make sure our space is welcoming to all attendees as this is a family-friendly event. People of all ages normally attend; as the community grows, newcomers will also include minors. So be mindful of how you conduct yourself and interact amongst other attendees. We've recently had complaints regarding questionable gear. This meet is an all-ages furry meet, not a pup-play meet so please do not bring harnesses or leashes as these are inappropriate.
•If you are under 16, please be accompanied by a Parent, Guardian or friend that is over 18.
•Please keep it PG-13 so do not discuss adult / explicit topics conversations.
•If you are bringing any possessions, please be responsible about your belongings. Please refrain from bringing more than what a person would reasonably carry.
•There are bins opposite of us, let’s keep the environment clean.
•This is a shared public space, we’re beside a footpath as well as a bike path. Please do not block the paths, we have been warned by Park Rangers about this.
•Rave will yeet you into the river upon request, an invoice will be forwarded to you via telegram.
•What you can bring for yourself (all optional):
-Snacks
-Picnic blanket
-Something to do
-Fursuit (Please stay hydrated)
How to get there:
-The Meet will be held at the BBQ area along the southern side of the Yarra just east of Flinders street Station or south-west of Richmond Station on Alexandra Ave. Check the pictures in the discussion for visual aids.
-If you are taking public transport, you can hop off at Flinders Street Station or Richmond Station. If you want to arrive ASAP, getting off as Flinders Street Station (City Loop) is usually faster but a slightly longer walk. If you want to minimise on walking (carrying a lot of stuff) then we recommend walking from Richmond Station as it is the closer of the 2 stations.
-If you are driving, there is parking right by the area. It is normally metered on weekdays but is unlimited on weekends. (Free parking!)
Host(s):
Lee / Rave
Reggie / Changy
If you have any questions or concerns, we can speak in private in person, over PM with the MFE page or with one of the admins in the telegram group.
https://www.facebook.com/melbfurevents
https://t.me/MFCoffical
https://t.me/announceMFE
https://fb.me/e/2CqnARtPA

📣 - 9 days until MFC 2023! - 🥳

Check-out and bookmark our Digital Guide to download the Event Schedule and About Events info. 📜✨
https://mfceventguide.carrd.co

What events are you excited for? 👀

Suiters, we've got some bad news. Due to the weather deciding to up the ante for heat to a possible 36°C for Friday and Saturday, we've had to cancel the fursuit walk outside.

Bluntly, we don't want to put you at risk of heat stroke!

We are replacing it with a Cat Walk, with ample photos to be taken and props supplied for epic sword fights and wizard spell matches. This is only open to ticket holders at this time. Any concerns, you are welcome to contact Kharnivore on discord, telegram or twitter for further information.

A NEW Panel has been added to the Event Schedule  📣 🦁

🎙 Working A Crowd (How To Keep Your Cool Socializing)

Need some self-confidence tips for working with an audience or in front of a camera? Want to improve your social graces for making friends? Come for a short social hour and leave ready to take on your ambitions!

👋 Hosted by Kraden & Carnival

⏳️ SATURDAY - 7:00pm to 8:00pm in the Function Hall

Tell your friends and don't miss it! 🙌

Hello all,

Upon review of health and safety policies and consultation with external agencies, we have determined that we are able to proceed with the mandatory vaccination requirement for MFC 2023. Attendees will be requested to show proof of vaccination at the registration desk upon entering, please be advised that this will be a request and proof of vaccination cannot be demanded by MFC staff. We once again apologise for the inconvenience caused by the events of the last twenty-four hours, and sincerely hope that the following decision will enable all persons attending of MFC 2023 to enjoy the convention safely and comfortably.
Thank you very much again for your understanding in this matter. Once again, any further concerns can be escalated to a staff member using the form below for review once the convention has concluded.

We'll be opening rego from 9am on Friday.
Make sure to head to the rego desk on the ground floor, just walk past reception and turn right.

Please have your ticket, ID and proof of vaccination ready (MyGov/ Medicare/ ServiceVictoria).

Hi guys!!

Looks like square itself is down which a lot of dealers use to process card payments!

So i highly advice if you are able to grab some cash from an atm :3

There is a HEADLESS LOUNGE and PHOTOSHOOT/PHOTOGRAPHY ROOM on the first floor. These are available to attendees only.

They are located down the hallway opposite of the dealer's den.

The Photography/photoshoot room is in Function room 6 and is available for walk-ins, appointments are still given priority. Appointments can be made here:
https://www.melbfurcon.com/photoshoot

The Headless Lounge is at the end of the hallway in Function room 5. Please give priority to suiters, handlers and staff if it becomes crowded.

Opening ceremony will be streamed on twitch!! https://www.twitch.tv/melbfurcon

Remember the fursuit photo in less then half an hour!

Hi yall, we are aware of youtubers out the front: they are not in anyway affiliated with MFC they do not have permission from us to be filming.

Hello everyone, we have opened a chill room on the first floor for attendees. It is the first left down the hallway, it is opposite the photography room.
We will be setting up chairs up there as soon as we can.

Hi guys, just a reminder that you need a badge to enter the convention spaces.