http://www.spicenews.com.au/ en-us http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss info@spicenews.com.au (The Editor) http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/05/17/article/Final-countdown-to-SkyCity-Darwins-40-million-extension/PQLOVYUBGS.html http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/05/17/article/Final-countdown-to-SkyCity-Darwins-40-million-extension/PQLOVYUBGS.html A $40 million dollar tropical resort development, an award winning infinity pool and extensive restaurant upgrades will be unveiled soon at SkyCity Darwin Thu, 17 May 2012 15:01:22 +1000 http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/05/17/article/1000-Psychiatrists-to-converge-on-Hobart/UITPRSQWSY.html http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/05/17/article/1000-Psychiatrists-to-converge-on-Hobart/UITPRSQWSY.html About 1,000 delegates for The Royal Australian & New Zealand College of Psychiatrists' Psychiatry and Mental Health Conference will come to Hobart this month. Thu, 17 May 2012 15:24:28 +1000 http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/05/17/article/Autralian-Event-Awards-kick-off-for-2012/KFBYQIQUWY.html http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/05/17/article/Autralian-Event-Awards-kick-off-for-2012/KFBYQIQUWY.html Tuesday night, at the Launch of the Australian Event Awards, Sydney 2000 Olympic Chief, Sandy Hollway called on Government and Industry to instigate a deliberate, strategic expansion of the Australian events industry. Thu, 17 May 2012 14:32:53 +1000 http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/05/17/article/LOUD-Events-launches-Wintergarden-Brisbane/XEQVLTFRPA.html http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/05/17/article/LOUD-Events-launches-Wintergarden-Brisbane/XEQVLTFRPA.html LOUD events opened the redevelopment of the Wintergarden Brisbane last week at a VIP launch for 1,500. Thu, 17 May 2012 13:01:50 +1000 http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/05/17/article/Meetings-NZ-attracting-record-numbers/AWYJABEKZC.html http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/05/17/article/Meetings-NZ-attracting-record-numbers/AWYJABEKZC.html The New Zealand business tourism industry is getting set to stage its biggest ever trade show and expectations are high it will result in millions of export dollars flowing into NZ's economy. Thu, 17 May 2012 12:18:10 +1000 http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/05/16/article/Cypress-Lakes-Resort-becomes-Grand-Mercure/DZFRUNFAWN.html http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/05/16/article/Cypress-Lakes-Resort-becomes-Grand-Mercure/DZFRUNFAWN.html Popular for conferencing, the Hunter Valley's Cypress Lakes Resort has joined Accor's Grand Mercure network and will look to build on an already strong conference and leisure business with the assistance of global branding and distribution. Wed, 16 May 2012 10:26:47 +1000 http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/05/16/article/Unusualist-Raymond-Crowe-to-perform-in-Vegas-for-IMX-MAGIC/CBHUTHASXI.html http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/05/16/article/Unusualist-Raymond-Crowe-to-perform-in-Vegas-for-IMX-MAGIC/CBHUTHASXI.html A-List Entertainment has announced that Australia's only Unusualist, Raymond Crowe is off to lecture and perform at the IMX MAGIC Convention in Las Vegas this month. Wed, 16 May 2012 15:12:49 +1000 http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/05/16/article/Its-Showtime-This-Summer-at-Marina-Bay-Sands/YWJVQWITHY.html http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/05/16/article/Its-Showtime-This-Summer-at-Marina-Bay-Sands/YWJVQWITHY.html Where else can your group always be in the limelight and enjoy a line-up of this magnitude. Wed, 16 May 2012 10:16:27 +1000 http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/05/15/article/Accor-announces-re-opening-of-two-Christchurch-hotels-following-quake/XDWYYWGTHS.html http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/05/15/article/Accor-announces-re-opening-of-two-Christchurch-hotels-following-quake/XDWYYWGTHS.html Accor has announced plans to open two of its four Christchurch hotels, which were closed following the earthquake in February 2011. Tue, 15 May 2012 11:12:22 +1000 http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/05/14/article/Mercure-Geelong-creates-accomodation-contract-for-PCOs/HWQCQHPGOP.html http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/05/14/article/Mercure-Geelong-creates-accomodation-contract-for-PCOs/HWQCQHPGOP.html In an Australian first, Mercure Geelong together with other Geelong hotels have come together to create a Standard Accommodation Contract that will make it easier for Professional Conference Organisers when planning business events in the regional city. Mon, 14 May 2012 19:17:36 +1000 http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/05/12/article/Toga-Hospitality-announces-4-star-hotel-at-Royal-Randwick/PSPGBRHQQJ.html http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/05/12/article/Toga-Hospitality-announces-4-star-hotel-at-Royal-Randwick/PSPGBRHQQJ.html Australian Turf Club Chairman John Cornish has announced that Toga Hospitality has signed an agreement to manage the new Adina; a 170 room, 4 star apartment hotel at Sydney's Royal Randwick. Sat, 12 May 2012 13:36:47 +1000 http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/05/15/article/Red-Bull-Beat-Suite-entertains-Melbourne/EECVJTYIXS.html http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/05/15/article/Red-Bull-Beat-Suite-entertains-Melbourne/EECVJTYIXS.html The Red Bull Beat Suite, a musical cultural experience which took place in Melbourne last weekend saw the nation's best beat makers, the hottest young orchestral talent and guest vocalist Aloe Blacc and Ladi6 together on stage under the direction of compo Tue, 15 May 2012 11:32:19 +1000 http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/05/14/article/The-Tea-Room-Gunnars-Barracks-to-get-a-new-look/PKXBMPSLQE.html http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/05/14/article/The-Tea-Room-Gunnars-Barracks-to-get-a-new-look/PKXBMPSLQE.html Grand Pacific Group has announced a seven-week refurbishment plan for The Tea Room Gunners' Barracks in Sydney's Mosman. Mon, 14 May 2012 16:37:13 +1000 http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/05/15/article/PCOs-travel-to-paradise-with-Business-Events-Cairns--Great-Barrier-Reef/VSUPXYMQYL.html http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/05/15/article/PCOs-travel-to-paradise-with-Business-Events-Cairns--Great-Barrier-Reef/VSUPXYMQYL.html Business Events Cairns & Great Barrier Reef in conjunction with the Palm Cove Business Events Group recently hosted a group of professional conference organisers from Brisbane, Melbourne and Sydney. Tue, 15 May 2012 10:01:07 +1000 http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/05/15/article/BESydney-launches-Future-Leaders-program/VHOWTLDDFZ.html http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/05/15/article/BESydney-launches-Future-Leaders-program/VHOWTLDDFZ.html Business Events Sydney has launched a new Future Leaders program at the BESydney 2012 Ambassador Dinner and Investiture event held this week. Tue, 15 May 2012 09:23:21 +1000 http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/05/13/article/Transport-Congress-chooses-Melbourne-for-23-5-million/LHBIFLPMKZ.html http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/05/13/article/Transport-Congress-chooses-Melbourne-for-23-5-million/LHBIFLPMKZ.html Melbourne has won the right to host the prestigious Intelligent Transport Systems World Congress in October 2016 bringing over 5,000 delegates and more than $23.5 million to Victoria Sun, 13 May 2012 15:28:13 +1000 http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/05/09/article/Digital-Pulse-launches-HP-Spectre-Envy-with-virtual-model/GGRUFGZRVK.html http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/05/09/article/Digital-Pulse-launches-HP-Spectre-Envy-with-virtual-model/GGRUFGZRVK.html Award winning production company Digital Pulse continues to make its mark on Australia's marketing industry after showcasing Australia's first expression of live augmented reality at Mercedes Benz Fashion Week. Wed, 09 May 2012 20:27:48 +1000 http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/05/10/article/Cure-For-Life-Ball-hosts-nearly-1000-for-fundraiser/JIRKRIRQNN.html http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/05/10/article/Cure-For-Life-Ball-hosts-nearly-1000-for-fundraiser/JIRKRIRQNN.html On Saturday 5th of May the annual Cure For Life Ball charity fundraiser was held at The Hordern Pavilion, with a full house of almost 1000 guests. Thu, 10 May 2012 09:20:22 +1000 http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/05/09/article/Crowne-Plaza-Phuket-Panwa-Beach-opens/QYJKUUEPSH.html http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/05/09/article/Crowne-Plaza-Phuket-Panwa-Beach-opens/QYJKUUEPSH.html Crowne Plaza continues to expand in South East Asia with the recent opening of Crowne Plaza Phuket Panwa Beach Resort. Wed, 09 May 2012 19:41:40 +1000 http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/05/10/article/Extensive-refurbishment-for-Metro-Hotel-Sydney-Central/QBPTDHZUNQ.html http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/05/10/article/Extensive-refurbishment-for-Metro-Hotel-Sydney-Central/QBPTDHZUNQ.html Metro Hotel Sydney Central is currently in the midst of an extensive refurbishment as it moves towards providing guests with a superior standard of rooms and facilities. Thu, 10 May 2012 10:30:02 +1000 http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/05/09/article/Mega-event-CeBIT-on-track-for-record-year/UITHVCXZPV.html http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/05/09/article/Mega-event-CeBIT-on-track-for-record-year/UITHVCXZPV.html Two weeks before the doors open on the largest business event in the Asia Pacific region, CeBIT Australia 2012, the signs are already pointing to a bumper year. Wed, 09 May 2012 15:48:50 +1000 http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/05/09/article/Pure-Bier-Fest-launches-in-Sydney/JNRDJJGHUE.html http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/05/09/article/Pure-Bier-Fest-launches-in-Sydney/JNRDJJGHUE.html Bier lovers turned out in force to celebrate the launch of Pure Bier Fest 2012 at Bavarian Bier Cafe in Sydney last Wednesday Wed, 09 May 2012 16:37:44 +1000 http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/05/07/article/Christchurch-recognises-medical-convention-delegates-one-year-on/ZYZOASJPSY.html http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/05/07/article/Christchurch-recognises-medical-convention-delegates-one-year-on/ZYZOASJPSY.html Last year when Urological Society of Australia and New Zealand were holding their conference during the Christchurch earthquake, they never anticpated that one year on they'd be recognised for their lifesaving efforts at the same conference in Darwin. Mon, 07 May 2012 20:15:56 +1000 http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/05/08/article/Sydney-secures-88-million-in-Asian-events/JPPFLHXOHS.html http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/05/08/article/Sydney-secures-88-million-in-Asian-events/JPPFLHXOHS.html Minister for Tourism and Major Events, George Souris has announced that Sydney has secured one of the largest business events from China - The Perfect China Leadership Seminar 2013 Tue, 08 May 2012 11:33:44 +1000 http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/05/08/article/Peroni-hosts-VIP-guests-for-Mercedes-Benz-Fashion-Festival/ZCZYLERINK.html http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/05/08/article/Peroni-hosts-VIP-guests-for-Mercedes-Benz-Fashion-Festival/ZCZYLERINK.html Peroni hosted its VIP guests last week at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Festival at Cruise Bar on level three of the Sydney's Overseas Passenger Terminal Tue, 08 May 2012 09:41:04 +1000 http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/05/07/article/Hobart-gets-a-massive-hotel-and-conference-space-expansion/HITUMNZKQM.html http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/05/07/article/Hobart-gets-a-massive-hotel-and-conference-space-expansion/HITUMNZKQM.html The Historic Hadley's Hotel has opened a massive expansion and will be re-badged as the Grand Mercure Central Apartments, offering conference groups what is now Tasmania's largest multipurpose hotel Mon, 07 May 2012 21:12:13 +1000 http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/05/07/article/The-Old-Library-opens-in-Sydney/PKEHGTSFCO.html http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/05/07/article/The-Old-Library-opens-in-Sydney/PKEHGTSFCO.html Located in Sydney's Cronulla, The Old Library is now offering planners a spacious sit-down eatery, a bar and a private dining room in a historic setting. Mon, 07 May 2012 14:57:42 +1000 http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/05/06/article/Rizer-opens-Melbourne-office/SCJWTPGOPC.html http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/05/06/article/Rizer-opens-Melbourne-office/SCJWTPGOPC.html Event management company, Rizer, has expanded into the Melbourne market with the doors of their Prahran open for business immediately. Sun, 06 May 2012 13:10:09 +1000 http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/05/06/article/ARIA-Catering-becomes-official-Sydney-Opera-House-caterer/MLJSMFBDPI.html http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/05/06/article/ARIA-Catering-becomes-official-Sydney-Opera-House-caterer/MLJSMFBDPI.html ARIA Catering has become the resident event caterers at Sydney Opera House, offer Sydney Opera House guests contemporary menus designed by Matt Moran Sun, 06 May 2012 12:20:00 +1000 http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/05/04/article/Qantas-Group-to-add-domestic-capacity/DXGCQVJAXF.html http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/05/04/article/Qantas-Group-to-add-domestic-capacity/DXGCQVJAXF.html 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. Fri, 04 May 2012 17:51:25 +1000 http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/05/03/article/Medical-Congress-injects-millions-into-South-Australian-economy/EJRAKIZNSZ.html http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/05/03/article/Medical-Congress-injects-millions-into-South-Australian-economy/EJRAKIZNSZ.html A five day medical and health congress which finished last week in Adelaide has injected $4.5 million into the South Australian economy by attracting over 900 delegates from 47 different countries. Thu, 03 May 2012 12:07:44 +1000 http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/05/03/article/VIDEO-New-York-expects-100000-more-Aussies-per-year-by-2015/VIDSDXGUHA.html http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/05/03/article/VIDEO-New-York-expects-100000-more-Aussies-per-year-by-2015/VIDSDXGUHA.html POW WOW '12: Over the next five years, New York City is forecasting the Australian inbound market to grow by another 100,000 people by 2015 to a remarkable 632,000. Thu, 03 May 2012 15:26:05 +1000 http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/05/03/article/VIDEO-NYs-Hotel-Beacon-the-toast-of-Aussie-travellers/PFOKVCJWUG.html http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/05/03/article/VIDEO-NYs-Hotel-Beacon-the-toast-of-Aussie-travellers/PFOKVCJWUG.html POW WOW '12: Australians are once more the number one international market at New York's Hotel Beacon, something that shows no signs of abating. Thu, 03 May 2012 15:20:07 +1000 http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/05/03/article/HM-Awards-2012-nominations-are-now-open/MMRQTMKRXZ.html http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/05/03/article/HM-Awards-2012-nominations-are-now-open/MMRQTMKRXZ.html Nominations for the 2012 HM Awards for Hotel and Accommodation Excellence, presented by Sealy, are now open at www.hmawards.com.au Thu, 03 May 2012 13:42:33 +1000 http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/05/03/article/Virgin-Australia-to-construct-new-Sydney-lounge/RFPOXEKIHN.html http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/05/03/article/Virgin-Australia-to-construct-new-Sydney-lounge/RFPOXEKIHN.html Virgin Australia has revealed a series of major enhancements to its facilities at Sydney Airport's Domestic terminal (T2) and Melbourne Airport's Domestic Terminal 2. Thu, 03 May 2012 13:34:39 +1000 http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/05/03/article/Matt-Moran-travels-to-the-Top-End-for-T-Qual/QFARQZOGMT.html http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/05/03/article/Matt-Moran-travels-to-the-Top-End-for-T-Qual/QFARQZOGMT.html Chef Matt Moran has visited the Northern Territory on the third leg of the T-QUAL Tick Tour. Matt took the trip to the Top End to experience and showcase some of the best tourism experiences Thu, 03 May 2012 10:26:21 +1000 http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/05/02/article/Coffs-Coast-to-host-Wintersun-retro-fest/SFXLTGDBQI.html http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/05/02/article/Coffs-Coast-to-host-Wintersun-retro-fest/SFXLTGDBQI.html Coffs Coast will once again host Australia's longest running retro and nostalgia fest in early June Wed, 02 May 2012 11:43:32 +1000 http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/05/01/article/VIDEO-Hawaii-targets-Australian-MICE-business/DIVHOPEGUY.html http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/05/01/article/VIDEO-Hawaii-targets-Australian-MICE-business/DIVHOPEGUY.html Hawaii is targeting a greater share of the Australian outbound MICE market in 2012 and beyond thanks to a strong Australian Dollar and Hawaiian Airlines' addition of more than 11,000 seats per year on the Sydney-Honolulu route. Tue, 01 May 2012 15:02:55 +1000 http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/05/01/article/Peter-Rowland-Catering-apprentice-to-see-Michelin-stars/PCOBSLWVJD.html http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/05/01/article/Peter-Rowland-Catering-apprentice-to-see-Michelin-stars/PCOBSLWVJD.html Twenty-two year old, Liam van Grondelle, an apprentice with Peter Rowland Catering, has been awarded an eight month sabbatical to Mugaritz, a 2 Michelin star restaurant, in Spain through training provider, Holmesglen Institute. Tue, 01 May 2012 12:26:38 +1000 http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/05/01/article/Novotel-Bangkok-Platinum-Launches-Planet-21-by-Accor/UVCPPVWLET.html http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/05/01/article/Novotel-Bangkok-Platinum-Launches-Planet-21-by-Accor/UVCPPVWLET.html On the 21st of April 2012 Novotel Bangkok Platinum launched the new Sustainable Development program by Accor, Planet 21 with a buzz of activities taking place throughout the day. Tue, 01 May 2012 11:27:20 +1000 http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/05/01/article/Cairns-to-host-13-international-conventions-in-6-months/VYRURHYCMP.html http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/05/01/article/Cairns-to-host-13-international-conventions-in-6-months/VYRURHYCMP.html The Cairns Convention Centre will host 13 international conventions with over 8,000 delegates in the coming six months as the city gets ready to welcome the world. Tue, 01 May 2012 09:11:46 +1000 http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/04/30/article/2013-Dates-Announced-for-AIME/VHQMNJMUYF.html http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/04/30/article/2013-Dates-Announced-for-AIME/VHQMNJMUYF.html Organisers of the Asia-Pacific Incentives & Meetings Expo Reed Travel Exhibitions, today announced new show dates for AIME 2013 Mon, 30 Apr 2012 12:05:43 +1000 http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/04/29/article/National-exhibitors-convene-at-Australian-Business-Events-Expo/HXQBACHIOD.html http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/04/29/article/National-exhibitors-convene-at-Australian-Business-Events-Expo/HXQBACHIOD.html Representation at this year's Australian Business Events Expo is strong from diverse and regional areas, making the show a truly national snapshot of the whole business events industry. Sun, 29 Apr 2012 09:33:48 +1000 http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/05/01/article/Virgin-Australia-reveals-stylish-new-B777-interior/OSZQFNOCIN.html http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/05/01/article/Virgin-Australia-reveals-stylish-new-B777-interior/OSZQFNOCIN.html Virgin Australia has unveiled a stylish new design and interior refresh of its Boeing 777 fleet of aircraft. Tue, 01 May 2012 14:50:48 +1000 http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/04/26/article/The-sky-is-the-limit-this-Winter-with-PARKROYAL-Darling-Harbour-Sydney/HRIHRVDGOH.html http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/04/26/article/The-sky-is-the-limit-this-Winter-with-PARKROYAL-Darling-Harbour-Sydney/HRIHRVDGOH.html Whether it’s a boardroom meeting for 10 or a conference for 250 people, our flexible meeting space is guaranteed to cater to all your needs, from AU$72 per person. Thu, 26 Apr 2012 16:03:15 +1000 http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/04/26/article/Be-Inspired-at-Crowne-Plaza-Terrigal/IJXJUVKMEW.html http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/04/26/article/Be-Inspired-at-Crowne-Plaza-Terrigal/IJXJUVKMEW.html The natural beauty of the Central Coast together with our new meetings spaces and facilities will inspire and put you in the perfect frame of mind for your next event. Thu, 26 Apr 2012 15:37:16 +1000 http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/04/26/article/Pow-Wow-12-Australians-top-one-million-US-arrivals/RUXWYMBXUN.html http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/04/26/article/Pow-Wow-12-Australians-top-one-million-US-arrivals/RUXWYMBXUN.html 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. Thu, 26 Apr 2012 11:44:06 +1000 http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/04/26/article/Darwin-Convention-Centre-to-benefit-from-multi-billion-dollar-project/OJEOBIQGUZ.html http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/04/26/article/Darwin-Convention-Centre-to-benefit-from-multi-billion-dollar-project/OJEOBIQGUZ.html The Darwin Convention Centre will be associated with one of the biggest projects in Australia, as the venue for the Ichthys LNG Project's Final Investment Decision and also for the corporate dinner celebrating the announcement Thu, 26 Apr 2012 11:31:05 +1000 http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/04/26/article/Pow-Wow-12-United-States-launches-global-travel-marketing-blitz/BDAICWKESV.html http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/04/26/article/Pow-Wow-12-United-States-launches-global-travel-marketing-blitz/BDAICWKESV.html The United States tourism industry has launched its first-ever unified marketing campaign as the country aims to boost inbound numbers significantly over the next five years. Thu, 26 Apr 2012 11:34:47 +1000 http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/04/26/article/Pow-Wow-12-Handlery-Hotels-record-strong-Australian-growth/BWHVPKGYRO.html http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/04/26/article/Pow-Wow-12-Handlery-Hotels-record-strong-Australian-growth/BWHVPKGYRO.html Australian business at the US West Coast's Handlery Hotels in San Francisco and San Diego is already topping 2011 levels just four months into this year. Thu, 26 Apr 2012 11:25:56 +1000 http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/04/26/article/Program-details-announced-for-Vivid-Sydney/TIUQNTMMHS.html http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/04/26/article/Program-details-announced-for-Vivid-Sydney/TIUQNTMMHS.html NSW Deputy Premier Andrew Stoner has announced details of the 18-day Vivid Ideas program consisting of creative industry and public events that will focus on creative ideas, discussion and collaboration. Thu, 26 Apr 2012 10:16:20 +1000 http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/04/26/article/Tourism-Australia-Launches-New-Indigenous-Tourism-Site/OMYUCBSMNX.html http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/04/26/article/Tourism-Australia-Launches-New-Indigenous-Tourism-Site/OMYUCBSMNX.html Tourism Australia's new indigenous tourism website showcases a selection of the country's best Indigenous experiences - including accommodation, attractions, tours, festivals and art centres. Thu, 26 Apr 2012 09:21:33 +1000 http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/04/23/article/Exhibiton-Trade-Fairs-says-Event-Expos-will-stay-at-SCEC-until-2014/IGOOGQNGUZ.html http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/04/23/article/Exhibiton-Trade-Fairs-says-Event-Expos-will-stay-at-SCEC-until-2014/IGOOGQNGUZ.html Two of the event industry's leading exhibitions, the Australian Business Events Expo and Sydney's Event Showcase will continue to be held at the Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre for 2012 and 2013 following the Centre's closure announcement Mon, 23 Apr 2012 10:45:13 +1000 http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/04/24/article/New-convention-centre-top-priority-for-Christchurch/PIINZDCOGM.html http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/04/24/article/New-convention-centre-top-priority-for-Christchurch/PIINZDCOGM.html The New Zealand government has signalled its commitment to the building of a new convention centre in Christchurch by making it a top priority. Tue, 24 Apr 2012 09:44:02 +1000 http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/04/24/article/George-Calombaris-joins-OzHarvest-as-ambassador/AIORULKATM.html http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/04/24/article/George-Calombaris-joins-OzHarvest-as-ambassador/AIORULKATM.html OzHarvest, Australia's most renowned food rescue charity, has announced chef, restaurateur and TV celebrity, George Calombaris, as an ambassador. Tue, 24 Apr 2012 10:13:59 +1000 http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/04/23/article/Hilton-Brisbane-unveils-vintage-glamour/AFNHZJNVIQ.html http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/04/23/article/Hilton-Brisbane-unveils-vintage-glamour/AFNHZJNVIQ.html Following a $14 million refurbishment, the Hilton Brisbane has unveiled an upscale and swanky new bar. Mon, 23 Apr 2012 10:25:30 +1000 http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/04/24/article/Sofitel-So-Bangkok-set-to-inspire-meetings-and-events/TUKMBXIIQO.html http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/04/24/article/Sofitel-So-Bangkok-set-to-inspire-meetings-and-events/TUKMBXIIQO.html Sofitel So Bangkok, the city's first truly urban design hotel, is set to become the city's most innovative meetings venue, with Sofitel's signature InspiredMeetings concept. Tue, 24 Apr 2012 00:42:42 +1000 http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/04/23/article/Feathers-fly-at-SCEC-for-Badminton-Open/VSTHHDNMCT.html http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/04/23/article/Feathers-fly-at-SCEC-for-Badminton-Open/VSTHHDNMCT.html The feathers were flying at the Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre this month, with the venue playing host to the 2012 Yonex Australian Badminton Open. Mon, 23 Apr 2012 09:54:47 +1000 http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/04/19/article/Los-Angeles-gears-up-for-Pow-Wow/QBDMIKVLQA.html http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/04/19/article/Los-Angeles-gears-up-for-Pow-Wow/QBDMIKVLQA.html The City of Los Angeles is gearing up to welcome U.S. Travel Association's International Pow Wow, the American travel industry's premier international marketplace from April 21-25, 2012. Thu, 19 Apr 2012 11:36:13 +1000 http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/04/19/article/NZ-needs-a-National-Convention-Centre-says-association/ITXYZVOWGC.html http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/04/19/article/NZ-needs-a-National-Convention-Centre-says-association/ITXYZVOWGC.html The Tourism Industry Association New Zealand (TIA) has voiced the need for a national convention centre to give a major boost to the country's economy. Thu, 19 Apr 2012 09:40:34 +1000 http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/04/19/article/Australian-Event-Awards-and-Symposium-launch/XMVADKXYBR.html http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/04/19/article/Australian-Event-Awards-and-Symposium-launch/XMVADKXYBR.html Two of the events industry's most important occasions, the Australian Event Awards and Australian Event Symposium, will be launched together on 15 May 2012, at Sydney Convention & Exhibition Centre. Thu, 19 Apr 2012 11:36:59 +1000 http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/04/19/article/ExpoNet-launches-StyleMe-Collection/NCLXTSYUNN.html http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/04/19/article/ExpoNet-launches-StyleMe-Collection/NCLXTSYUNN.html ExpoNet has launched StyleMe; a new collection of hire furniture available for events. Thu, 19 Apr 2012 12:19:16 +1000 http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/04/19/article/Sydney-Cell-Block-Theatre-teams-with-Avocado-Group/SYEOZKTQON.html http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/04/19/article/Sydney-Cell-Block-Theatre-teams-with-Avocado-Group/SYEOZKTQON.html Sydney based caterer Avocado Group has teamed with The Cell Block Theatre at the National Art School in Sydney, a visually remarkable building and a significant feature of Australia's colonial and cultural heritage. Thu, 19 Apr 2012 10:46:41 +1000 http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/04/19/article/Singapore-upgrades-all-London-flights-to-A380s/XLPVMUIMNE.html http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/04/19/article/Singapore-upgrades-all-London-flights-to-A380s/XLPVMUIMNE.html Singapore Airlines has upgraded its Singapore-London flights to three Airbus A380s per day, increasing capacity on the route by 17 per cent. Thu, 19 Apr 2012 12:02:56 +1000 http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/04/18/article/Dan-the-Man-launches-cooking-just-for-blokes/NPATHOUNBD.html http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/04/18/article/Dan-the-Man-launches-cooking-just-for-blokes/NPATHOUNBD.html Known by his followers as Dan the Man, chef Dan Lewinsky is bringing something original to the Sydney food scene; affordable, custom designed cooking classes, and interactive catering services perfect for corporate and social events. Wed, 18 Apr 2012 20:20:31 +1000 http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/04/18/article/The-Divine-Circus-comes-to-Sydney-for-one-night-only/SQUODBDONG.html http://www.spicenews.com.au/2012/04/18/article/The-Divine-Circus-comes-to-Sydney-for-one-night-only/SQUODBDONG.html When was the last time you went to a festival and woke up feeling amazing the next day? That's what Divine Circus is all about. Wed, 18 Apr 2012 21:00:50 +1000