VUPA - Annual Parliament High Tea 2026

VUPA invites Victoria University Postgraduate Students to Parliament House High Tea!

Step into one of Melbourne’s most iconic heritage venues for an unforgettable afternoon of elegance, connection, and celebration. Join fellow Victoria University postgraduate students, professors, and senior VU staff for the prestigious Annual Parliament House High Tea. Enjoy exquisite teas, delicious sweet and savoury treats, inspiring conversations, and valuable networking opportunities in the historic and beautiful surroundings of Parliament House.

Event Details:

📅 Date: Tuesday, 4 August 2026
🕑 High Tea: 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
🏛 Optional Parliament House Tour: 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm
📍 Venue: Parliament House, Spring Street, East Melbourne, VIC 3002
👔 Dress Code: Business Casual or Formal :)

Ticket Information:

Thanks to SSAF funding, VUPA is pleased to offer this exclusive Parliament House experience at a highly subsidised rate for postgraduate students. A small refundable ticket fee applies to secure your place and will be refunded upon attendance.

Important Information:

• This event is exclusively for current Victoria University postgraduate students. Professors and senior VU staff will attend as invited guests.

• Places are strictly limited and this event is expected to be in high demand.

• Each student may purchase one ticket only.

• Friends, family members, including children, cannot attend, as this event is exclusively for the VU postgraduate community.

• Dairy-free options are not available at the venue.

• A physical photo ID (driver’s licence or passport) must be presented at the Parliament House security desk for entry. Digital IDs, screenshots, photos, student IDs, or other documents will not be accepted.

• Please ensure your registration details are entered correctly to avoid any issues with venue security.

• Cancellations must be made at least 3 days before the event. Cancellations received within 3 days of the event, or failure to attend, will not be eligible for a refund.

For any enquiries, contact: Saman Bakhtawar, President, VUPA: 📧 president@vupa.org.au 📞0411682913

We look forward to welcoming you to Parliament House!