2026 Melbourne Press Club Winter Warmer

Win a getaway at an evening of food and drink

Dreaming of somewhere warm while you’re filing that story from the depths of wintery Melbourne? Wondering if there’s an escape to a sun-filled time away from the chilly damp grey days?

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Well, now at the Melbourne Press Club’s first Winter Warmer event, you could win a four-night stay at the glorious Sundays resort on Hamilton Island.

It’s a breathtaking spot, with stunning beach access, a stellar restaurant and a feel-good family vibe if you want to take the kids.

Thanks to Hamilton Island and Virgin Australia, we are able to offer members the chance to have this exclusive opportunity to stay at the Sundays – the perfect winter getaway.

But you have to be a MPC member to go into the prize draw.

So come along to our Winter Warmer, catch up with friends, share a drink, and go into the draw to win a perfect escape.

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Prize terms and conditions

Note

Only current members of the Melbourne Press Club are eligible for this prize.

Your membership must be paid up until at least 30 June 2026.

Hamilton Island

• The winner’s voucher is not transferable, available for sale or redeemable for cash.

• Voucher must be redeemed within the validity period or prize will be forfeited.

• Prize is non-transferable.

• Airfares/ferries are not included.

• Please note all bookings must be made no later than 14 days prior to travel.

• Prize is subject to availability and is not available over restricted travel dates such as 31 August – 7 September 2026, 10 – 12 September 2026, 18 September – 13 October 2026, 16 – 18 November 2026, 19 December 2026 – 27 January 2027, 26 March – 25 April 2027, 26 June – 18 July 2027, 21 – 28 August 2027, 18 September – 10 October 2027, 27 – 28 October 2027, 20 December 2027 – 27 January 2028 inclusive.

• Further blackout dates may apply.

• Any additional incidental charges such as meals (other than those specified), mini-bar, laundry, room service, telephone calls, etc, charged to your room are at your expense and should be settled prior to departure.

Virgin Australia

Virgin economy flights are subject to availability at the time of booking, and there are some periods on the calendar when these flights are not offered (‘blackout periods’).