Aunty Joyce Johnson Meeting Room
Level 3

Located on Level 3 of the Birrarung Building at Fed Square, the Aunty Joyce Johnson Meeting Room is a modern, light-filled space fully equipped with state-of-the-art audio-visual technology and integrated high-speed WiFi access.

Designed by multi-award winning architecture and design firm Lyons Architecture, in collaboration with Jefa Greenaway of Greenaway Architects and Architecture Associates, this mobility accessible room features exclusive access to the Birrarung Balcony, offering stunning views of the Birrarung (Yarra River), Alexandra Gardens, Princes Bridge, Hamer Hall, the Melbourne Arts Centre Spire, and Southgate—creating an inspiring backdrop for any event.

With configurable seating and tables, this versatile space is ideal for lectures, conferences, workshops, or meetings. Alternatively, consider it for your next Boardroom breakfast or lunch, set against one of Melbourne’s most iconic views.

Room Details

• 60 m2
• Depending on configuration, maximum 25-50 seated
• Configurable seating and tables (boardroom, conference or workshop)
• An AV controlled screen (with HDMI and VgA input)
• Audio sound system and lectern
• Teleconferencing on request
• Internet and WiFi access
• Whiteboard and workshop material (butchers paper and pens)
• Exclusive access to the Birrarung Balcony
• Accessible toilet
• Tea and coffee making facility

Aunty Joyce Johnson

Aunty Joyce Johnson (nee Taylor) was a Gunditjmara woman born in Western Victoria, and had a distinguished career in the arts and in Aboriginal Affairs. During the Second World War, her family moved to Melbourne, and Aunty Joyce worked in a factory assisting the war effort. Fiercely proud of her people, Aunty Joyce became very active in Koorie affairs. She was appointed a director of the Victorian Aboriginal Health Service and served as the secretary to the Aborigines Advancement League and the United Council of Aboriginal Women. She was also a member of the Victorian Aboriginal Legal Service and Ngwala Willumbong Co-operative. Aunty Joyce worked for, and was a co-director of the Victorian Nindethana Theatre Company. Aunty Joyce passed away in 1982, aged 56 years.