In the medical and allied health sectors, education doesn’t stop at graduation. From specialist CPD requirements to pharmaceutical-sponsored dinners and emerging treatment briefings, continuing professional development (CPD) is a critical part of the healthcare landscape.
However, the right venue can make or break a medico-education event. You need a setting that’s private, functional, well-equipped, and convenient for busy professionals to attend—without adding to their already full day.
At Factory51, we’ve quietly become one of Brisbane’s most trusted venues for CPD events, education dinners, and medico-industry presentations. Here’s what makes a venue ideal for CPD events—and why Factory51 is uniquely positioned to host yours.
What Makes a Great CPD Dinner Venue?
Medical education events aren’t like standard corporate functions. They require a space that can:
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Support professional presentations with seamless AV
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Accommodate dietary restrictions and short timeframes
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Maintain a respectful, distraction-free environment
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Allow for networking without compromising focus
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Handle last-minute RSVPs or schedule changes
More importantly, the venue must respect your audience’s time. When specialists, GPs, and clinicians carve out their evening to attend, they expect a seamless flow, excellent food, and a worthwhile learning experience.
Factory51: A CPD Dinner Venue Brisbane Professionals Trust
Our Workshop Room is a private function space tucked behind our main restaurant in Coorparoo. It’s specifically designed to accommodate formal presentations, training dinners, and healthcare education events.
A Professional, Polished Setup
The space features:
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Full AV including dropdown screen, HD projector, microphone, and speakers
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Seating layouts for 20 to 110 guests: boardroom, cabaret, banquet, or theatre
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Private entrance, bathrooms, and optional bar
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Quiet ambience ideal for focused presentations
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Flexible lighting and acoustics tailored to the mood of your event
We’ve hosted CPD sessions across disciplines—from dermatology to cardiology, and gastroenterology to mental health. Each event is tailored to suit the education provider, sponsor, or specialist team leading the night.
Central Location Near Brisbane’s Medical Hubs
Factory51 is ideally located in Brisbane’s inner-south, offering easy access for hospital staff, clinic doctors, and allied health professionals alike. We’re:
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6 minutes from Greenslopes Private Hospital
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9 minutes from Princess Alexandra (PA) Hospital
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12 minutes from Mater South Brisbane
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Close to Woolloongabba, Coorparoo, East Brisbane, and Carina clinics
For guests finishing an afternoon clinic or operating list, our convenient location makes attendance easier. There’s ample free street parking and easy ride-share drop-off at our private laneway.
CPD Events with a Thoughtful Event Flow
Busy clinicians appreciate structure and predictability—so we help you build an agenda that aligns with their schedule.
A Sample CPD Dinner Timeline
6:00pm – Guest arrival and drinks
6:30pm – Entrée served and guests seated
6:45pm – First presentation begins
7:30pm – Discussion, followed by main course
8:15pm – Closing speaker, dessert, and informal networking
8:45pm – Event concludes
This run sheet can easily be tailored to your speaker’s needs, CPD compliance requirements, or catering format. We also allow early access for AV checks or sponsor briefings.
AV That Supports High-Value Presentations
Medical professionals expect high-quality, clear presentations—especially when sponsors are involved. We offer:
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HD ceiling-mounted projector and dropdown screen
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Wireless microphone and speaker system
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Easy HDMI input and adaptors for any laptop
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Zoom support for remote speakers
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AV testing prior to guest arrival
Whether you’re running slides from a visiting professor or broadcasting a new treatment video, our AV delivers clarity and reliability.
Menus That Respect Dietary Needs
Factory51’s kitchen has extensive experience catering to healthcare audiences. We understand that dietary requests are common and must be handled with precision and care.
We offer:
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Plated or banquet-style menus with alternate drops
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Gluten-free, vegetarian, vegan, dairy-free, and allergen-aware options
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Thoughtfully portioned, health-conscious meals
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Alcohol-free package options or restricted bar tabs
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Custom-branded menus or printed dietary tags if needed
All food is made fresh in-house using premium ingredients—and every course is timed to suit your agenda.
Trusted by CPD Providers and Sponsors Alike
Over the years, Factory51 has earned a reputation as a go-to CPD dinner venue in Brisbane for a reason. We understand the nuances involved in medico-education events.
We regularly host:
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Specialist-led referral education evenings for GPs
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Pharmaceutical CPD-accredited training dinners
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Medtech product launches and training updates
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Post-shift clinical team briefings and celebrations
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Education agency and network-hosted CPD programs
Our team knows how to deliver a compliant, smooth-running event that reflects your brand and engages your audience.
Extra Services to Support Your CPD Event
We’re more than just a beautiful room. Factory51 offers:
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Early setup access for reps, sponsors, or speakers
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Branded welcome signage and discreet sponsor styling
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Assistance with sign-in sheets or CPD certificate collection
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Room configurations suited to note-taking and focus
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Post-event assistance with follow-up materials
We work closely with event planners, sponsors, and clinicians to ensure every detail is handled—from guest arrival to last dessert.
Real CPD Events We’ve Hosted
Some examples of past events at Factory51 include:
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A gastroenterology update for 45 GPs, sponsored by a national pharma company
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A hybrid cardiology CPD night with remote speakers from Sydney
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A dermatology CPD session focused on new treatments
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An OB/GYN dinner with specialists presenting to local GP referrers
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A chronic disease management training dinner hosted by a health network
Each of these involved different goals, guests, and timelines—but all were delivered professionally, on time, and to excellent feedback.
Why Medical Professionals Prefer Factory51
Doctors, nurses, and reps often tell us that what sets Factory51 apart is:
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The professional tone of the space
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Easy parking and private laneway access
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Friendly but discreet service from our events team
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Flexible scheduling and short-notice responsiveness
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Food that’s consistently high-quality and beautifully presented
We’re proud to be a venue that medical professionals trust and return to.
Book Your CPD Dinner Venue in Brisbane
If you’re looking for a CPD dinner venue Brisbane medical professionals can count on, Factory51 is ready to help. We understand the pressures of healthcare work—and we do everything we can to make your event run smoothly.
Whether you’re coordinating a CPD accreditation, hosting a sponsor-led education night, or simply gathering your team for training over dinner, our space delivers professionalism, polish, and practicality.
Contact Us
Visit our Private Functions page to learn more, or contact us to check availability and request a tailored quote.
Let’s make your next CPD event easy, effective, and memorable.