Discover the seaside meeting experience With pristine beaches, stunning coastlines and bushland, Terrigal is the perfect backdrop for inspiration and creativity. Discover how Crowne Plaza Terrigal can help you create a uniquely tailored event from brainstorming, team building and a gala dinner. more...

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...

JAL's B787 Dreamliner set for Sydney

Japan Airlines is set to become the first airline to commercially operate Boeing's 787 Dreamliner to Sydney. more...

[Wed 01/05/2013 12:00:00]

Video: Qantas' major Singapore commitment

Qantas is firmly committed to its Asian operations, particularly Singapore, following the opening of a new AUD$5 million lounge at Changi Airport last week (Apr 11). more...

[Tue 16/04/2013 12:00:00]

Qantas shakes-up Asian services

Qantas is dropping flights and adding others in a significant change to Asian operations. James Wilkinson reports. more...

[Tue 05/02/2013 12:00:00]

Ellen fans take over Sydney Opera House

Over 1400 TV talkshow Ellen fans gathered outside the Sydney Opera House on Tuesday for a live broadcast to the USA's Ellen DeGeneres show. more...

[Thu 24/01/2013 12:00:00]

Qantas recognised for sustainability with Banksia Award

Qantas has been recognised for its industry-leading progress on environmental sustainability at the annual Banksia Environmental Awards in Melbourne, the premier environmental awards program in Australia. more...

[Mon 29/10/2012 12:00:00]

Updated: Qantas reveals changes to Singapore services

Qantas has outlined changes to Singapore services from Australia, with flights being re-timed and some dropped as the airline gets closer to firming up its new partnership with Dubai-based Emirates. more...

[Thu 04/10/2012 12:00:00]

Qantas and Emirates announce global partnership

Qantas and Emirates have ended weeks of speculation by announcing this morning (Sep 6) a tie-up that involves the Flying Kangaroo re-routing London flights via Dubai and the two premium airlines co-operating on networks, sales and scheduling. more...

[Thu 06/09/2012 12:00:00]

Dragonfly Africa and DMS team up for South African showcase

Destination Marketing Services recently escorted seven Australian conference and incentive planners on a familiarisation of South Africa, sponsored by Dragonfly Africa, Qantas and Sun International. more...

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

Special report: London Olympics fuel strong UK air bookings

Airlines are reporting strong bookings from Australia to London on the back of what has been hailed one of the most successful Olympic Games in history. more...

[Tue 14/08/2012 12:00:00]

Tasmania now more accessible for delegates

Organisers considering Tasmania as a business events destination will be able to get delegates there easier following an announcement from Qantas that it will add 1700 additional seats per week to its services between Melbourne and Tasmania more...

[Wed 18/07/2012 12:00:00]

BESydney expands Hosted Buyer Program for Business Events Expo

Business Events Sydney, in conjunction with the Australian Business Event Expo and Qantas, have teamed up to expand the ABEE Hosted Buyer Program to include both Hosted and Semi-hosted Buyer Programs for 2012 more...

[Mon 02/07/2012 12:00:00]

Leading W hotels unveil major refurbishments

Starwood has used the 34th Annual New York University International Hospitality Industry Investment Conference (NYU) last week to unveil major refurbishments at 10 of the company's W properties. more...

[Mon 11/06/2012 12:00:00]

One-on-one with Hyatt's CEO Mark Hoplamazian

SPICENEWS gets the lowdown on Hyatt's growth from the company's President and CEO, Mark Hoplamazian. more...

[Mon 11/06/2012 12:00:00]

Marriott's global CEO rejects IHG takeover reports

Marriott's global President and CEO, Arne Sorenson, has rejected suggestions his company is making a play at InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG). more...

[Wed 06/06/2012 12:00:00]

Australian incentive groups temped by Vail

With cheap lift passes, a high Australian Dollar and better flights connections, the United States ski town of Vail should see record numbers of incentive groups from Australia for the upcoming northern hemisphere winter. more...

[Wed 06/06/2012 12:00:00]

Qantas Group's future star makes Dream visit

The futuristic Boeing 787 Dreamliner made its second visit to Australia last weekend (May 27), showcasing what will be a reality for the Qantas Group in just over 12 months time. more...

[Tue 29/05/2012 12:00:00]

Qantas Group to add domestic capacity

The Qantas Group has announced an upgrade in Australian capacity during 2012 and 2013 as the airline aims to retain its 65 per cent domestic market share. more...

[Fri 04/05/2012 12:00:00]

Pow Wow '12: Australians top one million US arrivals

Australian arrivals into the United States skyrocketed past the million mark in 2011, with 1,038,000 visiting America, a 40 per cent jump on the 720,000 that visited in 2009. more...

[Thu 26/04/2012 12:00:00]

Qantas heads for Santiago

Qantas has launched flights to the Chilean capital Santiago in a re-jig of its South American network aimed at capturing a greater share of business and leisure traffic alike. more...

[Tue 27/03/2012 12:00:00]

Qantas' B747 upgrade on track

Nine of Qantas' Boeing 747-400s will have been retrofitted with the same onboard product as the flagship Airbus A380s by the end of this year, as the airline continues to enhance its international services. more...

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

VIDEO: Aussie market picks up for Ramada West Hollywood

A high Australian Dollar is producing strong inbound numbers for Los Angeles hotels and it's a trend that is showing no signs of abating, says Ramada Plaza West Hollywood Managing Director Alan Johnson. more...

[Tue 13/03/2012 12:00:00]

Qantas inaugurates Hong Kong A380 flights

Qantas has inaugurated Airbus A380 services between Sydney and Hong Kong in a boost to inbound and outbound tourism. more...

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

VIDEO: British Airways gets positive feedback on network changes

Customer and industry feedback on British Airways' network changes to Australian routes has been positive according to the airline's Regional Commercial Manager Neil Ager. more...

[Thu 05/01/2012 12:00:00]

Qantas partners with OzHarvest for CEO CookOff

Qantas CEO Alan Joyce is set to don the cooking apron and help feed Sydney's homeless and disadvantaged as part of the inaugural CEO CookOff being held at St Mary's Cathedral on February 6. more...

[Tue 03/01/2012 12:00:00]

Mudgee's MudFest takes on Hollywood

Mudgee's own International Short Film Festival, MudFest, has been announced as an Official Satellite Event of the G'Day USA Festivities in Los Angeles in January 2012. more...

[Wed 21/12/2011 12:00:00]

Qantas speeds up trans-Tasman travel

Qantas has rolled out its popular Q Card Reader check-in system on trans-Tasman flights in a boost to speed up the journey for business and leisure travellers. more...

[Wed 14/12/2011 12:00:00]

EXCLUSIVE VIDEO: Bangkok's back and Thailand's future looks bright

Accor's Director of Operations for Thailand, Paul Stevens, says Bangkok's immediate future "looks bright" despite the city being inundated by floods in recent months. more...

[Fri 02/12/2011 12:00:00]

Dreamtime buyers experience the best of Sydney

Tourism Australia's signature event Dreamtime 2011 saw 72 international corporate meeting and incentive buyers from 14 countries spend the day in Sydney more...

[Wed 23/11/2011 12:00:00]

Qantas ups ante on Hong Kong flights

Qantas is upgrading services on Sydney-Hong Kong flights with the addition of Airbus A380 aircraft on the route. more...

[Tue 15/11/2011 12:00:00]

Australia to attract UK holiday market with Daybreak Down Under

One of the UK's highest rating breakfast television programs, Daybreak, has arrived in Australia with 100 of the show's viewers to begin their Australian adventure, which will see their holiday experiences broadcast back to an average daily figure of 800, more...

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

Qantas takes off as hotel industry counts costs

While Qantas is back in the skies and expected to be operating normally by mid-week, hotels are facing a significant loss in the wake of the two-day fleet grounding. more...

[Mon 31/10/2011 12:00:00]

British Airways to offer new First Class on Sydney flights

British Airways is set to roll-out its new First Class on Australian flights by March 2012, the same time that the airline will make significant changes to its services down under. more...

[Wed 05/10/2011 12:00:00]

2Fish a triple threat at Australian Event Awards

Leading Australian brand experience creators 2Fish have been announced as a finalist in three categories in the upcoming 2011 Australian Event Awards more...

[Tue 30/08/2011 12:00:00]

Qantas' new strategy to boost international services

Qantas has announced its new strategy for long-haul services in a move to quell substantial financial loses and regain market share. more...

[Tue 16/08/2011 12:00:00]

DSA 2011 wraps up with high hopes for South Australia's MICE industry

Adelaide Convention Bureau has wrapped up its 8th annual Destination SA trade event more...

[Tue 16/08/2011 12:00:00]

TRENZ returns to Queenstown in 2012

TRENZ, New Zealand's premier international tourism trade event, will return to the Southern Lakes region next year, the Tourism Industry Association New Zealand (TIA) has announced. more...

[Mon 08/08/2011 12:00:00]

Carbon tax: Domestic airlines to increase ticket prices

Australia's leading domestic airlines have announced they will pass on Australian Government's carbon tax directly to consumers, with airline tickets set to rise up to $3.50 per sector. more...

[Tue 12/07/2011 12:00:00]

Airlines divided on volcanic ash flights

Australasia's major airlines are split on operating services to and from areas affected by ash from Chile's Puyehue-Cordon Caulle volcano. more...

[Tue 14/06/2011 12:00:00]

Qantas upgrades trans-Australia product offering

Qantas has upgraded the in-flight standard for business and leisure travellers flying across the Nullarbor, with the introduction of an internationally configured B747 operating on flights between Sydney and Perth and also increasing the number of interna more...

[Tue 07/06/2011 12:00:00]

Australian Business Events Expo appoints Advisory Board

The organisers of the Australian Business Events Expo have propelled their major MICE-industry trade show to a new level via a strategic alliance with Business Events Sydney forming an advisory board. more...

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

NZ conference organisers discover Tasmania

Top end clients from New Zealand have been targeted to host business events in Tasmania after 11 professional event planners visited the state this week to experience the best of what Tasmania has to offer. more...

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

Qantas takes off for Dallas Fort Worth

Qantas has commenced services from Sydney to the heart of Texas, Dallas Fort Worth, in a move designed to improve the flying kangaroo's East Coast United States network through American Airlines' largest hub. more...

[Tue 17/05/2011 12:00:00]

Sydney draws top event buyers to Australian Events Expo- Apply Now

The Australian Business Events Expo has again partnered with Business Events Sydney to invite Australia's premium buyers to the Expo. The VIP Hosted Buyer Program is designed to connect buyers with Australian event suppliers and provide them with an engag more...

[Thu 12/05/2011 12:00:00]

Qantas resumes direct Tokyo flights

Qantas is set to resume direct Sydney-Tokyo services on April 19, following the diversion of flights via Hong Kong in the wake of last month's deadly earthquake and tsunami. more...

[Mon 18/04/2011 12:00:00]

SKYCITY Darwin announces Expanded Resort Offerings

In mid-2012 SKYCITY Darwin will unveil its new 36 luxury rooms and villas, some offering a swim-up, swim-out experience, built around a lush tropical lagoon with swim up bar and private beach. more...

[Wed 06/04/2011 12:00:00]

Dreamtime returns to Sydney for 2011

Business Events Sydney has welcomed Tourism Australia's selection of Sydney as the host city for Dreamtime 2011, Australia's premier incentive travel trade marketing event for international buyers more...

[Mon 04/04/2011 12:00:00]

Qantas Next Generation Check-in rolls out to regional airports

Following the success of the newly launched Qantas Next Generation Check-in technology at Sydney, Perth and Melbourne airports, Qantas has announced the technology has started rolling out across its regional network. more...

[Mon 28/03/2011 12:00:00]

QantasLink commits to 114 Sydney-Hotham flights for ski season

QantasLink has announced it would operate its 2011 ski season services between Sydney and Mt Hotham from June 24 to September 11. more...

[Thu 24/03/2011 12:00:00]

YouTube Symphony to serenade Sydney

The Sydney Opera House will be awash with colour and sound as Sydney hosts the international YouTube Symphony Orchestra next week. more...

[Mon 14/03/2011 12:00:00]

How does a Convention Bureau help your events?

If you've ever wondered what exactly a convention bureau is and how you can best use them for your next conference, you're invited to learn more with the "What is the Bureau" seminars across the country. more...

[Tue 08/02/2011 12:00:00]

Qantas to resume A380 Los Angeles flights

Qantas is set to resume A380 services between Australia and Los Angeles from Sunday (Jan 16), after flights were suspension following an incident during take-off from Singapore in November last year. more...

[Thu 13/01/2011 12:00:00]

Qantas and British Airways heat up The Ashes

Qantas and British Airways have taken the Ashes rivalry to the skies, with a promotion that could see English fans winning yet another famous battle. more...

[Tue 04/01/2011 12:00:00]

Qantas launches new domestic Business Class experience

Qantas has launched its new domestic flying experience, with a new domestic food and wine program and the official launch of Next Generation Check-in. more...

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

Oprah brings 300 fans to Oz in Tourism Australia partnership

Tourism Australia has announced a partnership with Oprah Winfrey which will bring 300 of her US viewers as well as the talk-show queen to Australia. Oprah made th eannouncement to her audience on Monday's premiere episode of the farewell season of her sho more...

[Tue 14/09/2010 12:00:00]

RSVP Melb Wrap Up: Best New Product of the Year Winner - Flying Woks

Flying Woks won the award for Best New Product at RSVP Melbourne 2010. Click here to see them in action... more...

[Tue 01/06/2010 12:00:00]

Tourism Australia launches major marketing campaign

Tourism Australia has embarked on its latest global marketing campaign, this time minus celebrities, bad slogans and shrimp on the barbie. more...

[Tue 01/06/2010 12:00:00]

Video: Exclusive Interview With Air Asia's Tony Fernandes

SpiceNews speaks exclusively to Air Asia Group CEO Tony Fernandes about his airline's new partnership with Qantas and Jetstar. more...

[Thu 07/01/2010 12:00:00]

Qantas Introduces New Domestic Product

Qantas' trans-continental Australian flights will no longer be a 5-hour bore in economy, following the introduction of brand new Airbus A330-200 aircraft on flights to Perth that feature on-demand entertainment. more...

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

Socceroos Get Off To A Flying Start

The 2010 FIFA World Cup is set to be one of next year's most exciting events and with Australia having qualified, thousands of Aussies are set to visit South Africa and support the Socceroos on their path to glory. more...

[Sat 07/11/2009 12:00:00]

Incentive Planners Tempted By Antarctic Flights

Australian companies are being offered a unique opportunity to take staff and clients on the incentive trip of a lifetime, thanks to the launch of Airbus A380 sightseeing flights to Antarctica later this year. more...

[Thu 24/09/2009 12:00:00]

Antarctica A380 Flights To Debut On New Year's Eve

Aviation history will be made on New Year's Eve when a Qantas Airbus A380 operates a sightseeing flight to Antarctica. more...

[Tue 15/09/2009 12:00:00]

Pacific Blue's Queenstown Flights Set For Take-Off

Pacific Blue's highly anticipated Queenstown flights take off from Sydney for the first time on Saturday morning (Sep 5), breaking what has been a lucrative duopoly over the past decade for Qantas and Air New Zealand. more...

[Thu 03/09/2009 12:00:00]

Qantas Receives Fourth A380

Qantas has taken delivery of its fourth Airbus A380, with the aircraft touching down in Sydney earlier this week (Aug 24) after a ferry flight from Toulouse, France. more...

[Wed 26/08/2009 12:00:00]

More Long-Haul Aircraft For Jetstar

In a boost to the Australian MICE industry, the Qantas Group has announced an order for four additional Airbus A330-200 aircraft for Jetstar to cater for further long-haul international growth. more...

[Wed 19/08/2009 12:00:00]

Qantas Announces New Flights and Route Upgrades

The Qantas Group has used the 2009 Australian Tourism Exchange (ATE), where it is a major sponsor, to announce new Jetstar flights to Bali and increased Airbus A380 flights to London and Los Angeles. more...

[Tue 16/06/2009 12:00:00]

Qantas Domestic NZ Services Transfer to Jetstar

Jetstar has commenced domestic New Zealand operations after taking over services from Qantas on several trunk routes. more...

[Thu 11/06/2009 12:00:00]

Emirates Ups the Ante on Tasman Route

Emirates has launched daily Dubai-Sydney-Auckland flights with Airbus A380 aircraft, once more raising the stakes in the battle for both trans-Tasman and Middle Eastern route supremacy. more...

[Tue 05/05/2009 12:00:00]

Tiger Attacks Sydney-Melbourne Route

Tiger Airways has finally made the long-awaited announcement of Sydney flights, with services from Melbourne to start on July 3. more...

[Tue 07/04/2009 12:00:00]

LA Hotels Report Record Enquiries for Groups: Video

Following the recent launch of V Australia between Australia and the United States, Los Angeles hotels continue to target Aussie travellers as more seats become available on the trans-Pacific route. more...

[Fri 20/03/2009 12:00:00]

Airlines Slash Trans-Pacific Airfares

Travel to the US is now at its most affordable point ever in both economy and business class, with several airlines flying between Australia and Los Angeles dropping prices to as low as $971 including taxes. more...

[Tue 17/03/2009 12:00:00]

Etihad and Qantas Join Forces

Qantas and Etihad Airways have signed a new codeshare agreement that will see Qantas add four new Middle East destinations, while Etihad will add five cities in Australasia. more...

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

Qantas Remaps Australasian Routes

Qantas has announced major changes to its New Zealand, China and India operations, resulting in the loss of flights on several key routes. more...

[Tue 17/02/2009 12:00:00]

Qantas Shares on Trading Halt

Qantas has asked the Australian Securities Exchange to issue a two-day trading halt for the company's shares. more...

[Tue 03/02/2009 12:00:00]

Qantas A380s Take Off For London

Following the launch of flights to Los Angeles on October 20, Qantas has added Singapore and London to the list of its Airbus A380 destinations. more...

[Tue 20/01/2009 12:00:00]

Qantas and Virgin Blue Eliminate Fuel Surcharges

In a much needed boost for tourism, Australia's two major carriers - Qantas and Virgin Blue - have eliminated domestic fuel surcharges following a further and consistent decline in global oil prices. more...

[Fri 02/01/2009 12:00:00]

Qantas Launches Direct South America Flights

In a major boost to incentive travel, Qantas has become the first airline to operate direct services between Australia and South America. more...

[Mon 24/11/2008 12:00:00]

Qantas Links Adelaide and Kalgoorlie

Qantas has launched twice-weekly flights between Adelaide and Kalgoorlie in a major boost to tourism and conference business for the Western Australian town. more...

[Thu 20/11/2008 12:00:00]

Qantas To Launch New Travel Website

Qantas is about to launch Travel Insider -- a new online tool offering travel advice, stories and a comprehensive city guide to complement its booking-based website. more...

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

Business Tourism: Weathering the Storm

As the financial crisis continues to erode spending in business travel, low-cost service providers -- and a number of premium players with long-term vision -- are averting the pinch and, in some cases, capitalising on the storm. more...

[Tue 04/11/2008 12:00:00]

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