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

NSW number one for business events

New data has seen NSW cement its position as the number one business events state in Australia.

30 June, 2025

Regional focus at Business Events NSW Showcase

Destination NSW held its annual Business Events NSW Showcase in Sydney on 25 June 2025, highlighting the regions, venues and experiences on offer for business events across the state.

30 June, 2025

The EA Institute launches APAC Admin Awards

The EA Institute has announced the launch of the APAC Admin Awards, which honours the work of administrative professionals across Australia.

30 June, 2025

Tourism Australia extends partnership with global powerhouse

Tourism Australia has secured an ongoing partnership with a huge international direct-selling company to bring its events Down Under.

26 June, 2025

ABEA reaffirms global industry partnerships

In two years since its formation, the Australian Business Events Association has secured 10 strategic partnerships across Australia and internationally.

24 June, 2025

Events driving business travel for Millennials and Gen Z

A new survey reveals events are the most common reason for Millennials and Gen Z workers to take business trips.

23 June, 2025

Australia’s first carbon calculator for events hire

Furniture hire company Valiant is addressing the events industry’s environmental impact by launching Australia’s first carbon calculator for event, residential and commercial furniture hire.

19 June, 2025

Funding boost for business events in New Zealand

The New Zealand Government has pledged an additional $3 million investment to attract international business events to the country.

17 June, 2025

Hobart welcomes new direct Qantas routes

Tasmanian business leaders have welcomed the announcement by Qantas of a direct route between Perth and Hobart from 26 September 2025.

17 June, 2025

Weak passwords plague hospitality IT systems

A new global study reveals common and basic passwords are making hospitality venues vulnerable to cyber threats.

11 June, 2025

Young professionals driving AI for travel

New research reveals Millennials and Gen Z are leading the charge towards AI-powered travel management.

9 June, 2025

Karen Jones appointed CEO of Destination NSW

The NSW Government’s tourism and major events agency, Destination NSW, has appointed Karen Jones as its CEO.

5 June, 2025

Tourism Australia managing director to stand down

Tourism Australia managing director Phillipa Harrison has announced she will depart the national tourism body in August 2025 to take up another position overseas.

4 June, 2025

Global unrest impacting events industry

New research from International Association of Professional Congress Organisers (IAPCO) quantifies the impact of turbulent times on the international events industry.

27 May, 2025

Business events boost in Victorian State Budget

The Victorian State Budget has been handed down for 2025-2026, with business events receiving a welcome multi-million-dollar injection.

22 May, 2025

Pier Pavilion landmark opens at Barangaroo

Barangaroo’s newest landmark has opened to the public on the Sydney Harbour foreshore.

19 May, 2025

Two new international Perth routes for Qantas

Qantas has announced two new international routes will commence from Perth in December 2025.

19 May, 2025