Destination North Coast supports community with virtual meetings
The morning tea series will keep a ‘health check’ on the community.
2 April, 2020Industry News
EMDG funding boost to assist tourism and events businesses
The industry has praised the $50 million boost for the grant, available to businesses that promote inbound tourism and events.
2 April, 2020
Industry reacts to new JobKeeper wage subsidy
Peak bodies and industry professionals have their say on the $130 billion package.
31 March, 2020
Tourism and event peak bodies join forces to demand urgent support
The group has submitted a request to the Prime Minister for financial assistance.
31 March, 2020
Petition to save the event industry goes live
Australian event profs have submitted a petition to the House of Reps to secure immediate financial support.
26 March, 2020
Government unveils $66 billion economic support package: What’s in it for you?
The package includes financial relief for businesses, sole-traders and individuals out of work.
24 March, 2020
BECA reports $2.5b lost in event shutdown, calls for urgent support
The Business Events Council of Australia has outlined its plan to assist the industry in the COVID-19 crisis.
22 March, 2020
Banks to defer loan repayments for small businesses
The Australian Banking Association has announced a $100 billion relief package for small businesses.
20 March, 2020
Planning still underway for 2020 Olympic Games
One of the biggest events of the year is set to go ahead, with the IOC encouraging athletes to continue training.
19 March, 2020
MEA makes team changes, reviews structure
CEO Robyn Johnson said she is devastated by the decision to let go of two team members amid the COVID-19 crisis.
18 March, 2020
PM bans indoor events of 100 or more people
Scott Morrison has intensified the nationwide ban on events from today.
17 March, 2020
UPDATED: List of resources and support for the event industry
The industry is showing its support with webinars, support packages and educational guides.
17 March, 2020
Australia’s tourism leaders say nation ‘needs to be ready for the recovery’
Tourism Australia boss Phillipa Harrison says we have to keep an eye on the long-term picture in regards to COVID-19.
12 March, 2020
“There is no reason not to attend events”: Industry calls for calm amid COVID-19 fears
MEA, EEAA and ICC Sydney are urging the event industry not to panic, but to continue operating “business as usual”.
12 March, 2020
IMEX Frankfurt cancelled
Organisers said the decision is an “enormous disappointment” but one based purely on facts.
11 March, 2020
How this regional venue is recovering in the wake of the bushfires
The phones are ringing off the hook now the bushfires are over, but that wasn’t the case just a few months ago.
10 March, 2020
EEAA celebrates International Women’s Day
The sold-out event saw more than 100 women and men gather for a discussion around equality in the workplace.
9 March, 2020
Famil invite: Experience Albury Wodonga
Thinking of taking your event regional in 2020? This famil is perfect for you.
26 February, 2020
Perth Convention Bureau rebrands
The organisation has unveiled its new name and identity.
18 February, 2020
MEA reveals skills shortage concerns in new report
More than half of event professionals are finding it difficult to recruit new talent.
17 February, 2020
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