Allphones Arena goes Maroon for State of Origin 2013 Cheer the Maroons on to 8 wins in a row with the Queensland supporter's pre-Origin function hosted by Gary Belcher. more...

Be Doubly Rewarded with InterContinental Meetings. For a limited time InterContinental is offering double Priority Club Meetings Rewards points for both the meeting booker and Professional Conference Organiser. more...

In the Night Garden 2013, Bennelong Lawn, Sydney Harbour Ever wondered what happens in the garden after dark? Looking for a truly unique event experience for the 2013 festive season? First release dates are almost gone, don't miss out. November/December dates available. more...

Get the TOTAL Concert Experience at Allphones Arena in 2013 TCE is a night of entertainment hosted by TV personality Richard Wilkins. The package includes substantial canapes, premium beverages, VIP souvenir lanyard and MORE... more...

Moreton Hire's new structures with impact The Hex's striking shape will leave a lasting impression for your next event or product launch. more...

Allphones Arena Appoints New Executive Chef To celebrate the appointment of our new Executive Chef Paul Molan, Allphones Arena has a special offer you won't want to miss! more...

Spice kicks off 2013 Hot 100: Hotels and Resorts Spice Magazine has kicked off voting for the anticipated 2013 'Hot 100: Hotels and Resorts', inviting readers to begin voting now more...

Helm Bar Surfers opens on the Gold Coast

With its modern interior and outlook over the Nerang River, Helm Bar Surfers is a welcome addition to the Gold Coast's functions and events scene. more...

[Mon 22/04/2013 12:00:00]

Watermark unveils refurb and new technology for conferencing

The Gold Coast's Watermark Hotel & Spa has more in store for conference groups in 2013 with a recent upgrade to its audio visual facilities, ipad controlled technology and is currently undertaking a major refurbishment of 110 of its rooms. more...

[Tue 19/03/2013 12:00:00]

International watch brand launches at Sanctuary Cove

International watch label Tendence has launched in Australia at a VIP event held recently at RAW Cafe Sanctuary Cove. more...

[Tue 29/01/2013 12:00:00]

Sheraton Mirage Gold Coast completes Ballroom refurbishment

Marking the completion of the $26 million refurbishment of Sheraton Mirage Resort on the Gold Coast, the property has unveiled the revitalisation of the Mirage Grand Ballroom. more...

[Tue 11/12/2012 12:00:00]

AFL CEOs convene on the Gold Coast

The Gold Coast was once again in the spotlight when it recently hosted the 2012 NAB AFL Draft, one of the league's largest media events, second only to the AFL Grand Final. more...

[Mon 26/11/2012 12:00:00]

Wyndham Resorts and songwriter Jimmy Buffett hit the surf

A Gold Coast based international hospitality company has paired up with an international superstar to show off some of the Gold Coast's best assets, the sun and the surf. more...

[Mon 01/10/2012 12:00:00]

Sharks Event Centre unveils new Cabana Bar and Lounge

The Gold Coast's Southport Sharks has unveiled a business events venue with difference. more...

[Thu 30/08/2012 12:00:00]

GCCEC showcases the 'big picture' experience with newest AV enhancement

The Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre welcomes the newest addition to its in-house audio visual equipment, a screen unsurpassed at the venue in size and definition. more...

[Thu 22/03/2012 12:00:00]

Gold Coast Convention and Exhbition Centre host World Surfing Awards

The Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre was the recent venue of the 2012 ASP World Surfing Awards, officially recognising last season's best performers at the 2011 ASP World Championships. more...

[Wed 07/03/2012 12:00:00]

Gold Coast Convention Centre offers free Wi-Fi

The Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre (GCCEC) is pleased to announce a free Wi-Fi service for all visitors. more...

[Wed 22/02/2012 12:00:00]

Dreamworld confirmed as 'Home' venue for Big Brother 2012

Dreamworld, has officially confirmed that the park will once again be the home venue of the hit television series Big Brother Australia in 2012. more...

[Wed 22/02/2012 12:00:00]

2012 PCO Conference heads to the Gold Coast

The Gold Coast will host the 2012 Professional Conference Organiser's Association conference from 29 November this year bringing more than 300 attendees and potentailly thousands of delegates in future to the destination. more...

[Wed 15/02/2012 12:00:00]

Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre offers free Wi-Fi

The Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre is now offering free Wi-Fi to visitors, delegates and exhibitors, helping them stay connected. more...

[Tue 31/01/2012 12:00:00]

Outrigger Hotels & Resorts Return to Surfers Paradise

Surfers Paradise has welcomed back Outrigger Hotels & Resorts after the popular international hotel group officially took over the 23-level Holiday Inn last week. more...

[Wed 18/01/2012 12:00:00]

Surfers Paradise Marriott hosts Magic Millions Hats and High Tea

The newly refurbished Surfers Paradise Marriott Resort played host one of the Gold Coast's most glamorous social events last Thursday-The 2012 Magic Millions Hats and High Tea. more...

[Tue 17/01/2012 12:00:00]

Skypoint Climb welcomes first climbers

On Saturday the Gold Coast welcomed its newest adventure experience, SkyPoint Climb, Australia's highest external building walk, taking climbers on a guided journey reaching 270 metres into the sky atop the iconic Q1 resort building. more...

[Sun 15/01/2012 12:00:00]

Marriott Surfers Paradise upgrades event space

An extensive makeover to the Marriott Surfers Paradise has seen an extensive upgrade to all conference rooms and facilities on its dedicated events floor and much more more...

[Tue 08/11/2011 12:00:00]

Holiday Inn Surfers Paradise gets an Outrigger rebrand

Outrigger Hotels & Resorts has announced the purchase of the management rights and associated real estate assets of the hotel property currently operating as the Holiday Inn Surfers Paradise. more...

[Tue 18/10/2011 12:00:00]

$20 million upgrade revealed for Jupiters Theatre

Echo Entertainment Group has announced plans for a $20 million upgrade to the theatre at Jupiters Hotel & Casino Gold Coast, the first step in a proposed $625 million investment program announced late last year. more...

[Thu 25/08/2011 12:00:00]

Australia's first Segway Xperience opens on Gold Coast

Surfers Paradise is home to the first adventure centre in Australia to feature the futuristic, two wheel, electrically powered Segway, The Segway Xperience. more...

[Thu 28/07/2011 12:00:00]

Gold Coast gets world class exhibitors for EB Games Expo 2011

EB Games, Australia's largest video game and entertainment software retailer, has announced the world’s leading gaming brands will participate in the EB Games EXPO, Australia's biggest gaming event more...

[Wed 22/06/2011 12:00:00]

GCCEC launches Green Events Guide

Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre makes holding a green event as simple as 1..2..3 more...

[Thu 02/06/2011 12:00:00]

Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre to host biggest gaming event in Aus

Australia's largest video game and entertainment software retailer has announced what will be the biggest gaming event in Australian history, the EB Games Expo will head to the Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre. more...

[Tue 24/05/2011 12:00:00]

Queensland sporting greats become Hilton Surfers Paradise ambassadors

Two of Queensland's most prominent beach athletes will take on special affiliation with Hilton Surfers Paradise just months ahead of its official opening by becoming inaugural ambassadors for the hotel. more...

[Tue 24/05/2011 12:00:00]

World surfing champs honoured at Gold Coast gala event

Surfing's elite, including Kelly Slater and Stephanie Gilmore gathered at the Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre at the recent ASP World Surfing Awards more...

[Thu 14/04/2011 12:00:00]

GCCEC wins Meetings and Business Tourism Award

The Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre took the spotlight at the 2010 Queensland Tourism Awards as the winner of the Meetings and Business Tourism category. more...

[Tue 30/11/2010 12:00:00]

Jetstar launches Hobart-Gold Coast flights

Jetstar has announced new daily direct flights from Hobart to the Gold Coast in a major boost to the MICE market for the region. more...

[Tue 16/11/2010 12:00:00]

Clubs NSW transforms Gold Coast Convention Centre into Wild West

Approximately 1,400 club representatives of the NSW club industry attended the ClubsNSW 2010 Annual Conference and Trade Expo at the Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre where the venue was transformed into one Wild West event. more...

[Thu 11/11/2010 12:00:00]

3D chalk artist impresses as Hilton Surfers Paradise gets ready to open

The Gold Coast will receive a boost with the anticipated Hilton Surfers Paradise now taking bookings for its December opening while Julian Beever, world famous chalk and street artist known as 'Pavement Picasso' drums up enthusiasm. more...

[Thu 28/10/2010 12:00:00]

ExoNet's Brisbane/Gold Coast team expands

ExpoNet has announced the appointment of Nick Lovelock, a former sales and event manager at Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre, as account manager at its Brisbane/Gold Coast branch. more...

[Thu 09/09/2010 12:00:00]

Mantra Group to launch Gold Coast's first 5-star hotel in a decade

Accommodation providers Mantra Group has announced plans to open the Gold Coast's first new five-star hotel in more than a decade with Peppers Braodbeach more...

[Tue 03/08/2010 12:00:00]

Giant Gold Coast event unveiled

The launch of a three-day SuperCarnivale of entertainment including acts such as Empire of the Sun and V8 motorsport was celebrated at a spectacular event held on the Gold Coast on Thursday April 22 more...

[Thu 06/05/2010 12:00:00]

Segway Safaris launched for groups at Currumbin

Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary on the Gold Coast has launched its new Segway Safaris on the Gold Coast, taking visitors through the Sanctuarys bushland and coastal rainforest habitats in a unique guided tour experience. more...

[Tue 20/04/2010 12:00:00]

Ruffles Lodge joins Peppers

Peppers has expanded its collection of retreats, resorts and hotels in Queensland with the launch of its first retreat in the Gold Coast Hinterland, Peppers Ruffles Lodge and Spa. more...

[Thu 08/04/2010 12:00:00]

The Christmas Decision: To Ham Or Ham It Up

Dreamworld's meetings and events team is bracing for an improved Christmas performance as the events business, a multi-million dollar sector funded largely by corporate spend, appears to be moving into recovery. more...

[Tue 08/12/2009 12:00:00]

Gold Coast Tourism's Unique Summer Welcome Celebration

Tuesday marked the first day of summer and The Gold Coast Celebrated its status as 'the home of the Australian summer holiday' by saluting the season with an official welcome event. more...

[Thu 03/12/2009 12:00:00]

The Gold Coast Gets Inked

Australia's first international Surf 'n' Ink Tattoo Convention is set to add even more colour to the Gold Coast from January more...

[Tue 01/12/2009 12:00:00]

New Chapter For Australian Outback Spectacular

The Australian Outback Spectacular on the Gold Coast will begin a new chapter when it opens an exciting new dinner show 'Heroes of the Light Horse' tonight (Sep 22). more...

[Tue 22/09/2009 12:00:00]

Gold Coast Set for Tastes Festival

The Gold Coast is set to host the 6th annual Tastes of Gold Coast festival - a paradise of seafood, cheeses, beers, wines and locally grown produce from August 21 to September 6. more...

[Tue 14/07/2009 12:00:00]

Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre Turns Five

The Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre (GCCEC) is celebrating five years of business and special events industry by revealing over 1,500 events have attracted nearly 1.2 million guests. more...

[Thu 09/07/2009 12:00:00]

Vibe Hotel Gold Coast Offers $99 Industry Rate

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[Thu 18/06/2009 12:00:00]

Gold Coast Lounge for Jetstar

Jetstar has unveiled a new, one-off passenger lounge at Gold Coast Airport as the airline continues to attract a broader market share on both domestic and international routes. more...

[Thu 28/05/2009 12:00:00]

QLD to Host Lesiure Expo

Organisers of the 15th annual Australian Amusement, Leisure and Recreation Association (AALARA) expo are making a final call for registrations as the Gold Coast gets ready to host the event at the end of the month. more...

[Thu 14/05/2009 12:00:00]

Gold Coast Launches New Tourism Campaign

Gold Coast Tourism has launched a comprehensive marketing campaign to tackle a decline in the number of Queenslanders visiting the strip. more...

[Tue 24/03/2009 12:00:00]

Shopping Centre Converted into Dining Room for QLD Event

Venue rendering on a scale rarely seen in Australia took place in relative secrecy last month when three levels of a Gold Coast shopping centre were turned into a massive dining venue for a corporate event. more...

[Tue 18/11/2008 12:00:00]

Dreamworld Hosts 100 Event Planners

Queensland theme parks Dreamworld and WhiteWater World recently held a progressive moonlit Expose event for more than 100 event planners, tourism partners and corporate clients from the banking, finance, education and sporting industries. more...

[Tue 11/11/2008 12:00:00]

Former MEA Chairwoman Joins Radisson

The former chairwomen of Meetings and Events Australia (MEA) Queensland chapter has joined Radisson Resort Gold Coast as director of sales and marketing. more...

[Tue 11/11/2008 12:00:00]

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