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Spice escapes to Outrigger Laguna Phuket Beach Resort to soak in the sun, take in the dramatic landscapes, wander through sleepy villages, and learn about what the island paradise has to offer groups.
NT Health Sector shows cutting edge options for business events
The Northern Territory’s specialisations in the health sector were on show recently in Darwin when the Northern Territory Convention Bureau (NTCB) and industry partners hosted event planners and senior office bearers from a range of health sector associations.
The Event Symposium to go fully interactive in November
Taking place 20-21 November on the Sunshine Coast, this year’s program features a day of industry based, collaborative Workshops followed by a day of Masterclasses led by ground-breakers from beyond the events industry.
Wallabies, wine and wilderness at Sirromet Winery
Sirromet Winery in the Brisbane hinterland has just launched eighteen glamping sites, with more planned for the coming years. Emma Castle checks in, wine glass in hand.
Sneak peek: The Ritz Carlton is one step closer to returning to Sydney
The proposed Ritz Carlton and residences tower at The Star Sydney complex, together with works in a connected ribbon development, will include new resort amenities, significantly more food and beverage offerings and a neighbourhood centre. Learn more here.
Hot spot: Taupo, New Zealand
Spice takes a trip to Taupo, New Zealand to get a taste of what it has to offer corporate event planners.
Former White House Director of Events to MC and speak at new industry conference
Laura Schwartz, White House Director of Events during the Clinton Administration, will be MC and keynote speaker at the debut two-day event. Learn more about the event here.
Register now for the upcoming Melbourne Women in Tourism Leadership lunch
Mentors and Masterminds: do you need one and how to find one. The upcoming Melbourne Women in Tourism Leadership lunch will be held on Thursday September 20 at Sofitel on Collins, Melbourne and will address the topic of mentoring and its role in your career, including benefits to both mentors and mentees.
Best in business descend on Sunshine Coast
The 29th Association of Australian Convention Bureau Annual (AACB) Conference has kicked off on the Sunshine Coast.
Samantha Cahn on why she chose the creative events industry over law
Samantha Cahn, winner of the inaugural David Grant Creativity Project, completed an arts/law degree but then chose not to go down the traditional legal path. Here she shares what she loves most about the events industry and why her decision to pursue creativity was reaffirmed by a trip to C2 Montreal.
Hammons Holdings to acquire existing BridgeClimb Sydney Assets
Hammons Holdings, the newly-appointed concessionaire of Sydney Harbour Bridge Tourism Activities, today announced it has successfully agreed a term sheet with OTTTO Holdings Pty Ltd to acquire the existing BridgeClimb Sydney assets.
Meet the planner: Lauren Detez, Arinex
Lauren Detez, Arinex’ Project Coordinator based in Perth – and this year’s Meetings and Events Australia (MEA) Ungerboeck Scholarship recipient for Western Australia – shares what it is about events that she loves
Event in the spotlight: Hyatt Regency Sydney’s new dining concept
Hyatt Regency Sydney this week unveiled a creative new event concept that will allow function guests to interact and engage with the hotel’s hospitality team and fellow event attendees like never before.
Four Points by Sheraton Sydney, Central Park now officially open
Doors have officially been opened at Sydney’s newest hotel, the 297-room Four Points by Sheraton Sydney, Central Park, with ceremonies taking place yesterday at the latest in Dr Jerry Schwartz’s glittering Australian portfolio.
Industry Movements: Harry’s out hiring again
Harry the hirer Productions is welcoming new recruits Marcus Pugh and Mike Davis to the team.
New upscale hotel coming to Yarra Valley
Victoria’s picturesque Yarra Valley will be bestowed with its first ever globally branded hotel after InterContinental Hotels Group announced it will bring its new upscale brand ‘voco’ to the region.
Three interns and three stylists style three events in three hours
Three event management students recently battled to style nine tablescapes for three stylists in three hours, while being videoed at a new Melbourne venue.
Exclusive: Samantha Valente on her career progression to Director of Events at The Star
At the age of 30 and only 3.5 years working at The Star, Samantha Valente has risen the ranks of their events team at a rapid pace – from Events Executive to her current position as Director of Events. Learn more about her career journey here.
Team Building Spotlight: Lets Go Surfing achieves Ecotourism Certification
The ECO Certification program assures groups that certified products are backed by a strong, well-managed commitment to sustainable practices and provides high quality nature-based tourism experiences.