Every year in Melbourne, the roar of engines signals more than just the start of the Formula 1 season \u2014 it marks one of the biggest events in Australia\u2019s hospitality and events calendar.<\/p>\n
Held at the iconic Albert Park Circuit<\/span><\/span><\/strong>, the city transforms into a global stage where motorsport, entertainment, food, and premium hospitality collide.<\/p>\n For Platinum Staffing<\/strong>, 2026 marked our fifth consecutive year supporting the event<\/strong>, and once again our incredible team delivered high-energy hospitality across multiple premium venues and activations throughout Melbourne.<\/p>\n This year our team worked across several corporate hospitality suites at Albert Park, including Turn 8 Lakeside<\/strong> and Slipstream<\/strong>, two of the most sought-after viewing and hospitality experiences at the Grand Prix.<\/p>\n Turn 8 Lakeside<\/strong> offers guests spectacular views across the circuit and lake, with a three-level open-front hospitality venue designed for premium food, beverage, and entertainment experiences.<\/p>\n Meanwhile, Slipstream<\/strong> sits along one of the fastest sections of the circuit between Turns 9 and 10, combining trackside drama with high-end hospitality and rooftop viewing areas.<\/p>\n Across these suites, our hospitality professionals were responsible for delivering seamless guest experiences \u2014 from food and beverage service to premium guest engagement \u2014 ensuring racegoers enjoyed world-class hospitality alongside world-class motorsport.<\/p>\n With thousands of corporate guests attending throughout the weekend, attention to detail, professionalism, and energy were essential.<\/p>\n And our team delivered.<\/p>\n Motorsport may run on fuel, but race weekends in Melbourne also run on coffee.<\/p>\n This year our team proudly supported Campos Coffee<\/span><\/span><\/strong>, supplying experienced baristas and cashiers<\/strong> across their Grand Prix operations.<\/p>\n From the early morning practice sessions to the intensity of race day, our barista team kept the crowds moving with high-quality coffee service \u2014 a must-have for both fans and hospitality guests during the action-packed race schedule.<\/p>\n While the track at Albert Park is the heart of the Grand Prix, the atmosphere spreads across Melbourne.<\/p>\n Off-site, Platinum Staffing also deployed a retail bar team at Federation Square<\/span><\/span><\/strong>, one of the city\u2019s central hubs for fan activations and live race viewing.<\/p>\n Across the weekend, Federation Square hosted thousands of fans gathering to watch the action, creating an electric festival atmosphere in the city.<\/p>\n The Australian Grand Prix continues to grow every year, attracting hundreds of thousands of fans and global attention to Melbourne\u2019s events industry. Recent races have drawn record crowds approaching half a million spectators across the weekend<\/strong>, highlighting the scale and economic impact of the event.<\/p>\n For hospitality teams, this means operating at the highest level \u2014 delivering exceptional service in fast-paced, high-volume environments.<\/p>\n It\u2019s exactly the type of challenge our team thrives on.<\/p>\n Working at the Australian Grand Prix is always special for our staff.<\/p>\n From the early setup days to the final chequered flag, it\u2019s a chance to be part of something truly iconic \u2014 a global sporting event that brings together motorsport, entertainment, hospitality, and Melbourne\u2019s world-class event culture.<\/p>\n As we celebrate our Fifth consecutive year supporting Gema Group at the Australian Grand Prix<\/strong>, we\u2019re incredibly proud of the dedication, professionalism, and energy our team brings to the track every year.<\/p>\n To everyone who worked the event \u2014 thank you.<\/p>\n And to the fans and partners we supported across the weekend, we look forward to doing it all again next season.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Every year in Melbourne, the roar of engines signals more than just the start of the Formula 1 season \u2014 it marks one of the biggest events in Australia\u2019s hospitality and events calendar. 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\nDelivering Premium Hospitality Trackside<\/h2>\n
\nSupporting Melbourne\u2019s Coffee Culture<\/h2>\n
\nActivations Across the City<\/h2>\n
\nA Global Event with a Local Impact<\/h2>\n
\nFifth Year of F1 Excellence<\/h2>\n