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Recent Events reviews in Melbourne

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After part clean up today and tomorrow

$350

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After party clean

$240

Thanks for your help!

Bond clean

$250

What's the average cost of an events coordinator in Melbourne

$133 - $250

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$180

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$250

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What do event services include?

The right event coordinator can help take the stress out of planning, execution, and even documentation. However, hiring the wrong one will cost you time, money, and peace of mind. This isn’t just about skill or work ethic. There are plenty of different event organisers. While there is a handful who can work on every type of event, most professionals have a specific niche that they have mastered. Here are some kinds of events that Taskers can help you with:

Live shows

While guests are wowed by dazzling lights, flashy performances, and a dance-worthy playlist, there’s a lot of magic happening in the background to make sure that the equipment is inside the venue at the correct time for setup, all expenses are accounted for, and everyone in the artistic team and cast gets a bouquet of flowers on opening night.

With live shows, the terms event organiser and production manager may be used interchangeably, but they can have different tasks. For example, an event organiser can be in charge of the whole activity, including finances and paperwork, while a production manager ensures that performances are never out of cue.

Corporate events

A corporate event coordinator has a knack for bringing some pizazz to an otherwise dull company activity! From holiday parties for employees to high-stake product launches with investors, your Tasker can make sure that guests will be happy. You don’t have to worry about finding a caterer who can prepare delicious food for the whole company or bake cupcakes with your brand logo on them! Your event organiser can even help prepare the receipts for budget liquidation and accounting.

Trade shows and bazaars

Sale events can be stressful, but event and trade show coordinators can efficiently manage them. They can assign booths to your exhibitors without forgetting anyone! You’d be surprised at how much headache that can give you if it happens. Experienced events assistants can also accurately estimate how many hours and staff are needed for ingress and egress. Some Taskers can help you with booking accommodation for VIP guests, too!

Weddings and parties

Hiring a communications and events coordinator is not just for business meetings. Weddings, birthdays, and all of your life milestones should be celebrated without additional stress on you! Some Taskers specialise in family-oriented gatherings. They can ensure that aunts and uncles who get along well are at one table when arranging seating for reception or that rings are not misplaced before the ceremony.

In the digital age, a lot of us only see the picture-perfect result after, but it takes a lot of energy and skill to keep guests in any event happy throughout. Hire a professional via Airtasker, and let yourself freely enjoy the celebration.

Recent Events tasks in Melbourne

Birthday decorations

$400

Docklands VIC 3008, Australia

21st Oct 2026

I am.looking for a decorator to do fairy theme decorations for my daughter's first birthday. Backdrop and welcome sign decorations.I prefer something without balloons. The images are for reference.

Event Staff Needed

$200

Docklands VIC 3008, Australia

19th Oct 2026

Need enthusiastic person to help run a brand activation. Activation is an interactive screen where participants will be kicking soccer balls at targets on screen Tasks involve - Encouraging participants - Recover sport balls for next round - Provide excellent customer service Event Details Location : 1 Hotel Melbourne Date -: Saturday 24th October Time : 5:45pm-10:45pm

Bartender & Party Helper(s) Needed – Housewarming Party 🍸🥂

$200

Fitzroy VIC 3065, Australia

17th Oct 2026

Bartender & Party Helper(s) Needed – Housewarming Party 🍸🥂 We’re hosting a housewarming party at our home in Fitzroy and are looking for 1–2 friendly, reliable and proactive people to help with bartending, food service and keeping everything running smoothly throughout the afternoon. Date: Saturday, 21 November 2026 Time: 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM Location: Fitzroy, Melbourne Guests: Approximately 40 Tasks include: * Preparing and serving two simple cocktails (would love to hear your thoughts or specialties, would love margaritas and something else ), along with beer, wine and other beverages. * Assisting with serving and replenishing food from our BBQ caterer. * Clearing plates, glasses and rubbish throughout the party. * Keeping the bar, food stations and entertaining areas tidy and organised. * Helping with general clean-up and pack-down towards the end of the event. What we’re looking for: Ideally, someone with bartending or hospitality experience who is friendly, organised and happy to take initiative. We’re open to hiring either one experienced person or a team of two who can share the responsibilities. We’d love someone who can help us relax and enjoy the afternoon with our guests! Please share your relevant experience and whether you’re applying individually or as a team of two. Thanks so much! 😊

Full Derby day (nursery/ carpark) setup

$400

Flemington VIC 3031, Australia

15th Oct 2026

Hi! Looking for a supply and setup of a marquee, trestle and chairs at derby day in Melbourne. Setup before 10am Flemington on Sat 31 Pickup before 10am on the Sunday 01

Event Helper

$321

Southbank VIC 3000, Australia

12th Oct 2026

Bullroarers Australia is hosting a day event where we will be working with our clients in regard to RAP activity as well as indigenous cultural day.

Event staff/ bartender

$40

Brunswick East VIC 3057, Australia

11th Oct 2026

Hosting a party and in need of a bartender to serve beer and wine. Job is from 5-9:30 Valid RSA is ideal

Event setup, pack down & product transport – 2 people required

$550

Richmond VIC 3121, Australia

8th Oct 2026

We're looking for two reliable people with a suitable van or truck to transport our timber flooring display products to an event, assist with setup and return later that evening for pack down. Date: Friday, 16 October 2026 Locations: * Pick-up (approx. 10am): Tongue & Groove, 306 Swan St, Richmond VIC 3121 * Delivery: Lakeside Pavilion, 36 Lakeside Dr, Albert Park VIC 3206 * Return: 9pm pack down, with products transported back to our Richmond showroom. What's involved: * Collect and transport 3 boxes to the event venue. * Assist our team with unloading, positioning and setting up the display. * Return at 9pm to assist with pack down, loading and transport back to Richmond. Product dimensions & weight (approx.): * Box 1: 1050 × 1500mm – 40kg * Box 2: 600 × 450mm – 10kg * Box 3: 900 × 900mm – 15kg Requirements: * Two people comfortable lifting and moving heavy display products. * Suitable van or truck for safe transport. * Careful handling of products. * 9pm return for pack down is mandatory. * Must be available for both morning setup and evening pack down. Please confirm your availability, vehicle type and quote for the complete job, including two people and return transport.

Great communication, arrived on time & delivered to the job expectations - I would highly recommend Roberto & his team again.

Teach me how to use my new DJ setup!

$100

Richmond VIC 3121, Australia

6th Oct 2026

Just bought the AlphaTheta DDJ-FLX2 Compact 2-Channel DJ Controller and for my seven year old and need someone to give him a lesson in how to get the most out of it!

Did an incredible job!

Christmas Eve help. food prep, heating food, drinks and cleaning up.

$500

Coburg VIC, Australia

3rd Oct 2026

Looking for one friendly hospitality staff to help with Christmas Eve gathering at our home in Coburg on 24 December. Approximately 18 guests. We need help with food preparation, heating food, setting up and serving food/drinks, clearing plates, washing dishes and chearing up kitchen and serving areas. We are supplying all food which is mostly already cooked, drinks, one cocktail already made up in a dispenser. We would like a person who can keep things running smoothly so we can enjoy the day with our guests. Please include your relevant experience. The hours are from 1pm until 9pm. With a party start time of 2pm.

Florist and balloon stylist

$100

Melbourne VIC 3004, Australia

3rd Oct 2026

Small Florist / Balloon Business Wanted for Event Collaboration I’m looking to connect with a small, local florist or balloon styling business to potentially collaborate with my new event hire business, GloLine & Co Events. I specialise in light-up letters and numbers for birthdays, parties and celebrations, and I’m looking to build relationships with other small businesses in the events industry where we can refer clients to each other and potentially create combined packages. I’m particularly interested in working with someone who is: A small/independent business or solo operator Local to Melbourne south east Experienced in balloon styling and/or floristry Professional, reliable and easy to communicate with Interested in building a genuine ongoing business relationship Has a similar luxury, modern and elevated aesthetic What I'm hoping to discuss I’d love to chat about how we could work together, for example: • Recommending each other's services to clients • Creating combined balloon/floral + light-up letter packages • Offering trade pricing when one business supplies services for the other's booking • Collaborating on events • Creating content together to promote both businesses There is no commitment to ongoing work — this would initially be an opportunity for us to see if our businesses are a good fit and discuss what could work for both of us. I’d love for this to potentially turn into an ongoing collaboration with regular referrals and event work. Please include your Instagram, website or portfolio when applying so I can have a look at your work. I’m looking for someone who genuinely enjoys being part of a small business community and would be excited to grow alongside another new business. (the price listed is to be able to post this task)

Help setup trestle tables at Queen Vic Market

$120

Melbourne CBD VIC 3000, Australia

30th Sep 2026

Assist with carry (approx 1mt) move (on trolley) and setup trestle tables (approx 40) at the Queen Victoria Market from 700am-830am Sunday October 4

Help unload boxes and decorate for an event. Light, easy setup work.

$70

Albert Park VIC 3206, Australia

29th Sep 2026

I’m looking for someone to help me set up for an event, mainly unloading boxes, unpacking items and helping with decorations. It’s nothing too extensive or physically demanding, but having an extra pair of hands would make the setup much easier. I also need someone who has an eye for decorating and making things work Looking for someone reliable, efficient and happy to help with general event setup.

Help setup our stand at baby expo at MCEC

$150

South Wharf VIC 3006, Australia

28th Sep 2026

Help to setup a stand at a baby expo. All manual work with clear instructions from team lead. Includes putting together signage, shop fixtures and products. Approx 4 hours work. 930am start Due date: Needs to be done on Friday 2 October

Event decoration

$800

Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

22nd Sep 2026

I need event decoration for my proposal, I am palnning to go it in royal botonical garden

Event Setup & Pack Down Assistant – Casual Work

$100

Melbourne VIC 3004, Australia

19th Sep 2026

Event Setup & Pack Down Assistant – Casual Work We’re looking for someone reliable and hands-on to help our event styling team with bump ins and bump outs for weddings and events around Melbourne. The role includes: * Loading and unloading our truck/van * Carrying tables, florals, props and event equipment * Helping set up and pack down event styling * Following direction from our styling team * General hands-on assistance during setups Experience in events, removals, warehousing or similar is preferred, but not essential if you’re hardworking and willing to learn. You must be physically capable of lifting event equipment, reliable and comfortable with flexible hours. Most work is around weekends, with some late-night bump outs. There is potential for ongoing casual work for the right person.

Event staff (hospitality)

$250

Carlton VIC 3053, Australia

4th Sep 2026

Monday 7 Sept 11am to 4pm Looking for a warm, bubbly, organised person to look after guests on an event day. Your job is to be the friendly first face people see, keep everyone comfortable. What you’ll do • Greet guests, talent and visitors as they arrive • Make people feel welcome and point them where they need to go • Keep drinks, snacks and simple food available • Do coffee / food runs if needed • Keep the holding / green-room area tidy • Help with small jobs as they come up (bags, chairs, water, “can you grab this”) Looking for a warm, organised person to look after guests on a professional shoot day. This is a high-profile entertainment/media shoot. Your job is to be the friendly first face people see, keep everyone comfortable, and take the small stuff off the crew so filming can stay on track. What you’ll do • Greet guests, talent and visitors as they arrive • Make people feel welcome and point them where they need to go • Keep drinks, snacks and simple food available • Do coffee / food runs if needed • Keep the holding / green-room area tidy • Help with small jobs as they come up (bags, chairs, water, “can you grab this”) No filming experience needed. You just need to be reliable, well presented, and good with people. Who we’re after • Warm, calm and professional • Comfortable talking to people they don’t know • Can take direction and stay useful without being asked twice • Hospitality or event experience plus, not required

Excellent to work with and very highly recommend her

Party Helper - Food and Drink

$150

North Melbourne VIC 3051, Australia

2nd Jul 2026

Hey I need someone to help out with a birthday party - hand out drinks, heat up and serve food and make some basic cocktails from 7:30pm to 10:30pm. $50 per hour. There will be ~30-40 guests.

She did a great job as a waiter and bartender at my party!

Event Setup & Pack Down

$40

Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

17th Jun 2026

Seeking 1x staff to assist with light, non-strenuous, event setup and pack down on Lonsdale Street, Melbourne. Setup will be in the morning between 9:00-11:00am, with pack down in the evening from 8:15-9:30pm. Mostly tablecloths, and simple theming tasks. $40 per hour.

Hinal was amazing! Definately recommend. She is friendly, efficient and works very well in a team. Thank you!

Setup for concert

$100

St Kilda VIC 3182, Australia

4th May 2026

🎤 EVENT SETUP HELP NEEDED – SOUND FOR CHANGE (May 16th) We’re hosting a special live music + art event and need 2 reliable, hands-on people to help bring everything together before doors open. ⏰ Time: 11.45 Am – 1:00 PM 📍 Location: Artful Yoga Gallery I’ve got a lot to handle in a short window, so I need people who can move fast, take direction, and get stuck in. 🔧 Tasks include: - Stage setup (basic positioning, layout) - Lighting setup - Sound setup assistance - Art exhibition area setup - Moving props / furniture - Putting up posters around the venue - Filming BTS (behind-the-scenes) during setup This is a high-energy, creative environment, and you’ll be part of something meaningful — the event is raising awareness and funds for an important cause. 💥 Bonus: You won’t just be helping — you’ll be part of something special on the day. If you’re available, reliable, and keen to be involved, reach out ASAP.

Great worker would highly recommend

Balloon Garland and Cale Stand

$10

Melbourne CBD VIC 3000, Australia

26th Apr 2026

I have a 40th birthday party planned for Saturday May 23rd evening. Iam looking into options for ballon garlands and cake Stands .Could you confirm your options and fees. See examples for inspiration.

Great communication. On time. The balloon garland looked premium. Exactly what I asked for! Thank you so much Ruchi and team.

Recent Event Management tasks in Melbourne

Event Management, registration, setup AV and managing event flow

$300

Melbourne VIC 3004, Australia

26th Aug 2026

Venue setup and material arrangement (collaterals, giveaways, signage, and branding) AV and registration system testing (microphones, projectors, laptops, badge printers) Guest reception and check-in management Ushering attendees into the main conference room Speaker coordination (escorting, microphone handoffs, and stage cueing)

Liz is a great Event Executive

Event Management

$500

Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

14th Apr 2025

I need an events manager to help us coordinate an event we are sponsoring. It is 2 days, 19 & 20 April at the Melbourne Convention Centre. You will be in charge of bumping in and out, setting up our banners and marketing materials as well as taking photos and coordinating with our influencers who will create content for us. We will have 3 salespeople there, all in all, it is pretty straightforward

Looking for Event management team

$5,050

Melbourne VIC, Australia

30th Nov 2024

Hi . I need a a team of professionals or a single person who is well aware of all the vasi scof various Event management skills. Or would like to just team up with me in Event management jobs.. Thanks I am open for your proposals and interest. No Age . Gender or Experience restrictions. Kindly reply As early as possible . Thank you S. SHARMA

Event manager for party

$900

Melbourne VIC, Australia

14th May 2023

I need an experienced organiser for a complex party this Friday night. Must be available from 4pm - 1am this Friday night. Will include coordinating bands, entertainers etc on the night. Everything is booked and sorted we just want a ‘go to’ person on the night. Must be available for a call beforehand to discuss. Please list in your offer your skills. Offering $100 per hour for 9 hours. - Due date: Needs to be done on Friday, May 19, 2023

Event Management & Ticket Reception

$180

Carlton VIC, Australia

12th Nov 2022

We have the premiere screening of our short film that will be broadcast on national TV the next day. We need someone to assist with event management (setting up media wall & lighting) and ticket reception (checking off / scanning VIP guest tickets and managing guest list). Then assist with pack down. Must have previous event management and / or customer service experience. Presentation and communication skills are essential as this is a red carpet event. 3pm - 7pm - Due date: Needs to be done on Saturday, 19 November 2022

Recent Event Planning tasks in Melbourne

Event planning

$150

Brunswick East, Victoria

24th Nov 2025

I need 1-2 people with event management and hospitality to help with my event. I will require someone to collect the key @ 10am for our venue located in Brunswick East. I will need the keyholder to open the venue at 11:00am/11:30am for party planners to come in and set up decorations. I will provide the designated areas of where set ups are desired. There is an onsite kitchen which you will be using to reheat the semi prepared food which will then need to be set out, food area will be advised. Food will need to begin being reheated from 12:30pm. Myself and my husband will be arriving from 1pm to finalise setting out food and to takeover and collect the key.

Event Planning & Operations Assistant (Melbourne, ABN required)

$50

Melbourne VIC, Australia

18th Oct 2025

I’m a Clinical Neuropsychologist, Autistic and ADHD, launching a series of inclusive events for the neurodivergent (ND) community. I’m seeking an organised, calm, and detail-driven assistant with inclusive events experience to help plan and deliver small–medium events across Melbourne. What you’ll do - Scope and shortlist venues using an accessibility and sensory-friendly checklist (quiet rooms, lighting, acoustics, step-free access, bathrooms). - Coordinate suppliers (AV, catering, captioning/Auslan, photography), obtain quotes, compare options, and manage bookings. - Build simple run sheets, timelines, budgets, and checklists; track tasks and deadlines. - Manage registrations (Eventbrite/Humanitix), email/SMS comms, and on-the-day coordination. - Plan accessibility: clear signage, sensory supports, seating layout, traffic flow, quiet space setup, content warnings. - Handle risk assessment and incident basics; ensure insurance/COIs and permits are in place. - Post-event wrap: feedback forms, debrief notes, cost/revenue summary, and improvements log. About you - Demonstrated experience with inclusive or disability-literate events; ND community familiarity is a strong plus. - Excellent organisation and communication: you keep me on track with brief, clear updates and checklists. - Comfortable working to precise standards and repeating what works. - Tech-capable: spreadsheets, Eventbrite/Humanitix, Google Drive/Docs. - ABN and ability to invoice. Melbourne-based for venue visits and event days. Hours & rate - Casual, project-based, mix of remote planning and in-person tasks. - Rate: open to offers (guide: ~$50/hr) plus pre-approved expenses. - I’m typically available Monday–Wednesday. To apply - Share: a short note on your inclusive events experience, a recent event you ran and your role, your suburb/availability, ABN confirmation, and your hourly rate.

Event planner

$100

Melbourne VIC, Australia

21st Sep 2025

I’m looking for an experienced event planner to help organise a small, intimate outdoor birthday celebration (about 6-8 people). I’d like a relaxed picnic-style setup with decorations, seating, and a cozy atmosphere. The Royal Botanic Garden or anywhere close to CBD.

Event planner for my son’s 1st birthday

$50

Albert Park, Victoria

29th Aug 2025

I’m hiring an event planner that can help me design, plan, set up, find and liaise with rental hire and suppliers / vendors, to curate and execute a golf themed birthday party for my son. Venue has already been locked in, in Albert Park greenfield. Please let me know how you’d quote / charge for this and we can negotiate final price. Ideally share photos of past events you’ve organised as well.

Event planning and managing suppliers

$1,000

East Melbourne VIC, Australia

31st Jul 2025

I need help to plan and event manage a40th birthday for 50 people. Casino theme, suppliers including catering, casino table hire and decorations

Event Planning & Management

$32

Melbourne VIC, Australia

26th Feb 2024

We are seeking a detail-oriented and organised individual to join our team as an events Planning/Management specialist. This role will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing events to promote our brand and engage with our target audience Must have: -Proven experience in event planning and management -Strong communication and interpersonal skills -Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams and stakeholders -A passion for creating meaningful and engaging experiences

Birthday event planning

$100

Richmond VIC 3121, Australia

27th Nov 2023

Need 1 person who can host a small birthday party for 2 hours (4pm to 6pm) by including some DJ, fun activities, engaging kids with singing, dancing or face painting etc for kids. - Due date: Needs to be done on Saturday, 16 December 2023