We are thrilled to have you on board. The Melbourne Datathon is shaping up to be bigger and better than ever before! We can’t wait to share the data with you and see what you come up with.

Key dates & details are listed below. We will be sending out final details closer to the launch.

Melbourne Datathon 2017 Highlights
The launch event will take place on April 13th, followed by the 2 hackdays on Saturday April 15th and Sunday April 23rd. The best teams will pitch their insights on Friday May 5th.

• Cash prize pool (TBC, $5k last year)
• Exclusive new dataset with local, societal relevance to Melbourne & Victoria
• Snacks, pizza lunch and drinks provided on hackday
• Afterparty on pitch night!

Full details: http://www.datasciencemelbourne.com/datathon

Melbourne Data Science Week 2017
This will take place from May 29th - June 2nd. There are 8 data science tutorials to choose from and a conference, with datathon participants getting the chance to present.

For more information: http://www.datasciencemelbourne.com/medascin2017/

Melbourne Knowledge Week 2017
The Melbourne Datathon is part of the Melbourne Knowledge Week, 1 – 7 May 2017, proudly presented by the City of Melbourne. The Melbourne Knowledge Week includes many knowledge- and technology-related events.

For more information: www.melbourne.vic.gov.au/knowledgeweek