PCEC secures $16.6 million government funding for redevelopment

The Western Australian Government has committed $16.6 million investment to the redevelopment of Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre (PCEC).

10 October, 2024

The Big Group launches in Sydney with gala celebration

Australian hospitality company The Big Group has celebrated its entry into the Sydney market with a black-tie gala at one of its venues, Museum of Contemporary Art Australia.

20 September, 2024

Bookings open for Nyaal Banyul Geelong Convention and Event Centre    

Bookings are now open for Nyaal Banyul Geelong Convention and Event Centre, which is set to open in 2026.

19 September, 2024

The Star Brisbane launches two Sky Deck venues

With the first phase of Brisbane’s Queen’s Wharf now open, The Star Brisbane has unveiled two new rooftop venues at its Sky Deck.

17 September, 2024

Al Aseel opens new venue at Accor Stadium

Sydney Lebanese restaurant group Al Aseel has launched a 300-seat venue at Accor Stadium at Sydney Olympic Park.

12 September, 2024

Canberra’s Pialligo Estate reopens for business

After closing in 2023, Canberra’s iconic events venue Pialligo Estate has reopened for business under new ownership.

27 August, 2024

Catering Project awarded MSAC and Lakeside Stadium contract

Catering Project Melbourne has been awarded the catering-services contract for Melbourne Sports and Aquatic Centre (MSAC) and Lakeside Stadium.

27 August, 2024

First look: The Star Brisbane Event Centre

The Star Brisbane has revealed its new events centre, which opens at the Queen’s Wharf precinct on 29 August, 2024.

27 August, 2024

Canberra’s new lakeside functions centre

A new functions and events centre has arrived on the shores of Canberra’s Lake Burley Griffin, with Red Shed opening its doors.

22 August, 2024

Queen’s Wharf: Breathing new life into Brisbane city

With just one week to go until the $3.6 billion Queen’s Wharf precinct opens, The Star Brisbane’s chief operating officer, hospitality, Kelvin Dodt, tells Spice how his venue is transforming the city’s events and hospitality landscape.

21 August, 2024

Merlin Venues Sydney announces new catering partner

Merlin Venues Sydney has announced a partnership with Bespoke Catering to be the primary culinary partner at its four venues across Sydney’s CBD.

20 August, 2024

Wine accolade for ICC Sydney

International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney) has been honoured at the 2024 NSW Sommelier’s Wine List Awards for its curation of premium local wines.

15 August, 2024

Fresh functions space in Sydney’s east

Sydney’s eastern suburbs is home to a new functions and events venue, with The Lawns of Double Bay opening for business.

13 August, 2024

Major tech transformation at Melbourne Town Hall

Melbourne Town Hall’s events offering has been transformed through a major tech install by new inhouse tech supplier Scene Change.

12 August, 2024

GCCEC reveals new catering options

The Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre (GCCEC) has announced its new environmentally conscious and globally focused menu.

18 July, 2024

MCET launches Accessibility Action Plan

Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Trust has unveiled its latest Accessibility Action Plan to ensure safe, welcoming and inclusive experiences for all event attendees at its venues.

18 July, 2024

Eden Park wins big at international stadium awards

Auckland’s Eden Park has won two categories at TheStadiumBusiness Awards 2024, taking home gongs for Event of the Year and Venue of the Year.

11 July, 2024

Brisbane’s Princess Theatre unveils new meetings space

Queensland’s oldest surviving theatre has revealed a new meetings space for corporate gatherings.

3 July, 2024

Opening date announced for The Star Brisbane

The Star Brisbane is set to unveil its first phase of attractions at the $3.6 billion Queen’s Wharf precinct, releasing a list of cultural, culinary and entertainment features that will open on 29 August, 2024.

1 July, 2024

GCCEC celebrates 20th anniversary

The Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre (GCCEC) has celebrated its 20th anniversary of operation in southeast Queensland.

1 July, 2024