NZ Government pours $70 million into events and tourism

The New Zealand Government has announced a NZ$70 million package for the nation’s major events and tourism projects.

15 September, 2025

Business NSW board appoints Lyn Lewis-Smith

Former BESydney CEO Lyn Lewis-Smith OAM has been appointed as a director of the Business NSW board.

8 September, 2025

Nominations open for 2025 Australian Business Events Awards

The Australian Business Events Association (ABEA) has opened entries for the 2025 Australian Business Events Awards.

4 September, 2025

NSW Government launches roadmap for visitor economy

The NSW Government has released its vision to turbocharge the state’s visitor economy with growth in expenditure, more hotel rooms, increased inbound flights and new jobs.

2 September, 2025

NZ events sector seeking next-gen talent

A new survey in New Zealand’s business events industry signals growth, a skills gap and a fresh vocational training pathway for young professionals.

27 August, 2025

Associations facing new geopolitical reality

A new white paper is urging strategic shift across events, cybersecurity, innovation, and diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI).

21 August, 2025

Brisbane setting records for visitor appeal

Four in 10 visitors to Queensland are choosing Brisbane as the city sets new records across domestic and international visitor markets.

15 August, 2025

Tropical North Queensland’s funding boost for business events

A new funding program has been launched to lure business events to Tropical North Queensland.

5 August, 2025

Funding to supercharge NSW visitor economy

The NSW Government has announced the creation of a new fund it will pour millions of dollars into in order to boost the state’s visitor economy and the aviation sector.

5 August, 2025

Events agency launches in Geelong

A new events agency has launched in Geelong to meet booming demand in the Victorian city.

31 July, 2025

Gold Coast showcase returns for 11th year

The Gold Coast’s premier business events showcase is returning for its 11th year in the southeast Queensland city.

30 July, 2025

Events industry growing despite budget pressures

A new report reveals the global business events industry is growing despite economic constraints.

23 July, 2025

10,500 new flights to boost Aussie hotels

Australia’s hotel sector is set to receive a major uplift, with 56 new international flight routes adding 10,500 flights annually to key cities and potentially generating 1.9 million room nights by the end of 2026.

22 July, 2025

Brisbane tourism booms to $12 billion

New data reveals Brisbane’s visitor economy reached record highs in 2024, delivering a $12 billion hit to the Queensland capital.

21 July, 2025

Premium economy hits the sweet spot

New booking data from Corporate Traveller reveals premium economy corporate bookings are on the rise.

15 July, 2025

Key appointment for La Vie Hotels and Resorts

La Vie Hotels and Resorts has announced the appointment of Amanda Cottome as the company’s new director of operations, Pacific.

14 July, 2025

Fiji says “bula” to business

Conference and business travel is making a splash in Fiji, with visitor numbers up in 2025.

8 July, 2025

Airfares holding steady while everyday prices soar

Despite rising jet fuel costs, post-COVID-19 demand and general cost-of-living pressures, airfare inflation has stayed surprisingly grounded in 2025.

3 July, 2025

Associations bracing for geopolitical instability

New research released by The Hague & Partners Convention Bureau, in collaboration with the European Society of Association Executives (ESAE), paints a concerning picture for associations worldwide.

3 July, 2025

Cyberattack: Qantas hit by huge data breach

Up to six million customer records have been compromised following a colossal breach of data in a cyberattack on Qantas.

2 July, 2025