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...

Brisbane City hall re-opened in fine fashion

It's the age old building with a brand new face. Brisbane's centrepiece, City Hall, was welcomed back by local government officials in a stunning opening that reinstated council at 'home'. more...

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

Queensland's major events focus

Queensland is keeping a strong focus on events this year as it hosts more than 124 major and regional events, attracting visitors and supporting tourism in communities throughout the state. more...

[Mon 29/04/2013 12:00:00]

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]

Fireworx to bring Queensland espertise to Montreal competition

Queensland based fireworks company, FIREWORX have announced their invitation to compete in the Montreal Fireworks Competition more...

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

More opportunities for EEAA Queensland members

The Exhibition and Event Association is continuing to extend its reach into Queensland with an events program that will showcase the new Royal International Convention Centre and more. more...

[Thu 11/04/2013 12:00:00]

Mercure Brisbane unveils new look

Mercure Brisbane is preparing to unveil the finishing touches of its multi-million dollar rejuvenation to all of its guest rooms. more...

[Mon 08/04/2013 12:00:00]

BCEC commits to community and environment

Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre's strong commitment to both the environment and its local community will will be ever-present over the next few weeks with a number of socially responsible initiatives. more...

[Thu 04/04/2013 12:00:00]

Celebrity chef teams with PCOs for IHG Sanctuary Cove famil

A group of PCOs enjoyed an interactive cooking class with chef and television personality Ben O'Donoghue as part of the first group famil hosted at InterContinental Sanctuary Cove Resort more...

[Thu 28/03/2013 12:00:00]

A new Mantra for Noosa

Noosa has welcomed a Mantra Resort to its popular Hastings Street strip with the opening of Mantra French Quarter Noosa following an extensive $5 million refurbishment. more...

[Tue 26/03/2013 12:00:00]

Flames celebrates 10 years of special events

Following its temporary closure for its annual refurbishment, Flames of the Forest has re-opened with a celebratory air, marking 10 years of operation in its stunning tropical rainforest venue of Far North Queensland. more...

[Wed 20/03/2013 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]

Sofitel Brisbane Central unveils new luxe look

Following a multi million dollar refurbishment, Sofitel Brisbane Central has revealed a new level of luxury within its 433 rooms. more...

[Fri 08/03/2013 12:00:00]

Hamilton Island named best for Conferences

Hamilton Island Conferences has won Gold in the Business Tourism category at the Australian Tourism Awards for business events. more...

[Thu 21/02/2013 12:00:00]

BCEC on Grey Street celebrates its first year

One year after opening the Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre's five level boutique expansion is celebrating a successful first year of operation. more...

[Mon 04/02/2013 12:00:00]

Sunshine Coast Tourism open for business

With the worst of the wet weather leaving the region and the sun shining again, the Sunshine Coast is open for business and business events. more...

[Wed 30/01/2013 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]

New look for Oaks Oasis Caloundra

The Oaks Oasis in the seaside hub of Caloundra, Queensland announced the completion of substantial refurbishments to the property's common areas, accommodation wings and leisure facilities. more...

[Wed 23/01/2013 12:00:00]

Air Whitsunday offers group reef snorkelling experience

Air Whitsunday is now operating tours to both newly refurbished semi submersibles 'Sun Dancer' and 'Coral Dancer' providing much needed additional capacity at their private Great Barrier Reef lagoon. more...

[Thu 17/01/2013 12:00:00]

Woodford Folk Festival a feat in sustainability

Queensland's recent six day Woodford Folk Festival attracted an attendance of 113,000 leaving absolutely nothing behind post festival bump-out. more...

[Wed 09/01/2013 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]

Helicopter tours now available from Lizard Island

Guests staying on Queensland's Lizard Island will now have the option see the Island and its surrounds in style following the decision to base two helicopters, operated by Skysafari Australia, on the island. more...

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

InterContinental Hotels Group takes over Sanctuary Cove

InterContinental Hotels Group has assumed management of one of Australia's best known 5-star resorts, the former Hyatt Regency Sanctuary Cove, on the Gold Coast. more...

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

The Presets entertain Brisbane fans for Pepsi Next and Channel V

Electro-pop entertainers, The Presets took to the stage for an exclusive performance for Pepsi Next and Channel [V] in Brisbane last week more...

[Mon 03/12/2012 12:00:00]

Pullman becomes Australia's largest 5-star brand with two new hotels

Accor's Pullman brand officially became Australia's largest 5-star hotel brand today following the re-branding of Sea Temple Resort & Spa Port Douglas and the Pullman Sea Temple Resort & Spa Palm Cove earlier this week. more...

[Thu 29/11/2012 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]

Hamilton Island offers free wifi in conferencing rooms

Responding to guest feedback, Hamilton Island has announced it will now offer free WI FI in all conference rooms across the Whitsundays resort. more...

[Tue 20/11/2012 12:00:00]

The Sebel King George Square becomes Pullman; Citgate becomes Mercure

Brisbane's Sebel King George Square hotel has rebranded to Pullman Brisbane King George Square. The adjoining Citigate hotel has also been rebadged to Mercure, the second in the Brisbane CBD. more...

[Fri 02/11/2012 12:00:00]

Brisbane Marketing appoints new director of Tourism & Major Events

Anne-Maree Moon, has been appointed to Brisbane Marketing as Director, Tourism and Major Events, CEO John Aitken announced. more...

[Mon 22/10/2012 12:00:00]

P&O Cruises Sails into Moreton Island

P&O Cruises has announced that it will become the first cruise line to visit Queensland's Moreton Island, famous for its marine life and sand dunes more...

[Sun 14/10/2012 12:00:00]

Daydream Island hosts Fuji Xerox Australia Survivor experience

Daydream Island Resort and Spa has just farewelled Fuji Xerox Australia in 'Survivor style' after successfully hosting its annual Managing Director's High Achievers Club incentive. more...

[Thu 04/10/2012 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]

Brisbane Marketing launches new online Event Planing Directory

Brisbane Marketing Convention Bureau yesterday launched Australia's first dedicated online city directory, the Brisbane Event Planning Directory, for the business events industry more...

[Tue 17/07/2012 12:00:00]

Brisbane corporate agents experience Ramada Hervey Bay

Eight corporate agents from Brisbane flew north to Hervey Bay this month to attend an overnight famil at the 4-Star Ramada Resort. more...

[Tue 19/06/2012 12:00:00]

Gatorade Battle of the Paddles makes a splash on Hamilton Island

Australia's largest outrigger event, Gatorade Battle of the Paddles, made a huge splash on Hamilton Island this week more...

[Tue 19/06/2012 12:00:00]

Bardon Conference Centre to close for new development

After 18 years in operation as the Central Bardon Conference Centre, the Queensland property will permanently close to make way for a new development. more...

[Thu 07/06/2012 12:00:00]

Conference Organisers get a taste of sunshine

Business Events Sunshine Coast hosted their second 'Sunshine Safari' for 12 professional conference and incentive organisers. more...

[Thu 24/05/2012 12:00:00]

Billionaire Palmer to re-energise former Hyatt Coolum

Billionaire Australian investor Clive Palmer has committed to 're-energise' his Coolum Golf and Spa resort, following the departure of the property from Hyatt's network last week (Mar 29). more...

[Tue 03/04/2012 12:00:00]

Hamilton Island opens new Premium Palm Bungalows

Hamilton Island has opened the first phase of its newly refurbished Premium Palm Bungalows, providing an accomodation option for corporates travelling with their familes. more...

[Wed 21/03/2012 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]

Accommodation boost to increase delegate capacity for Mackay

The Mackay Entertainment and Convention Centre will have improved ability to accomodate business events travellers with the development of a multiple dwelling unit, catering shop and commercial premise adjacent to the Centre more...

[Sat 18/02/2012 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]

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]

Gold Coast tourism industry has drinks with the dolphins

More than 150 people representing the vast array of tourism businesses on Queensland's Gold Coast, recently gathered for a networking function at Dolphin Cove, Sea World hosted by Gold Coast Tourism more...

[Tue 27/09/2011 12:00:00]

Brisbane venue supports flood relief appeal

In a bid to continue their support towards the rebuilding of flood ravished areas in Queensland, Victoria Park Function Venues general manager Trent Farrell has recently donated over $7000 towards the Lord Mayor's Community Disaster Relief Appeal Fund. more...

[Fri 16/09/2011 12:00:00]

World competes for a Million Dollar Qld corporate incentive

Businesses around the world will go head to head to win a $1 million Queensland travel package in Tourism Queensland's latest global marketing campaign more...

[Mon 21/03/2011 12:00:00]

Tiger's Queensland sale to boost tourism

To help boost tourism to Queensland, Tiger Airways is offering tickets to the sunshine state from just $28.95. more...

[Tue 25/01/2011 12:00:00]

Business as usual for Fraser Island's Kingfisher Bay Resort

With a devastating start to the New Year for many Central and Western Queenslanders,guests and staff of Fraser Island's Kingfisher Bay Resort refuse to let the weather dampen spirits more...

[Sat 08/01/2011 12:00:00]

Despite flooding Bundaberg region remains strong

Whilst many areas within the queensland Bundaberg region have been impacted by the recent flooding event, most local tourism icons have remained relatively unscathed according to Bundaberg North Burnett Tourism more...

[Sat 08/01/2011 12:00:00]

Truck Show Wheels Into The BCEC

Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre is the new home of the Queensland Truck and Machinery Show, one of Queensland's oldest and most successful events. more...

[Mon 01/02/2010 12:00:00]

GCCEC Awarded As One of Queensland's Finest

The Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre has been recognised as Queensland's best location for Meetings and Business Tourism at the 2009 Queensland Tourism Awards. more...

[Thu 19/11/2009 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]

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]

Conference at World Heritage-Listed Fraser Island

Kingfisher Bay Resort on world heritage-listed Fraser Island has capitalised on its stunning surrounds by creating a specialist conference venue that compliments the island's natural beauty. more...

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

Rydges Plaza Cairns Reopens Event Space

Rydges Plaza Cairns conference and event space is once again available for hire following completion of a long-term contract with College of Australian Training. more...

[Thu 13/11/2008 12:00:00]

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