Five ways venues drive community legacy

Convention centres are uniquely positioned to create lasting positive impact beyond their events.

28 October, 2025

MEETINGS 2026: Exhibitor applications now open

New Zealand’s premier business events industry showcase, MEETINGS 2026, has opened applications for exhibitors at its event in June next year.

22 October, 2025

Elevating airport accommodation in Melbourne

For travellers passing through Melbourne Airport, two hotels are exceptional hubs to rest, relax, dine and do business just metres from the departures and arrivals hall.

16 October, 2025

New events centre for Victoria’s Yarra Valley

A Yarra Valley arts centre is welcoming guests to its new events centre an hour from Melbourne’s CBD.

15 October, 2025

Victoria unveils strategy to turbocharge visitor economy

The Victorian Government has released a five-year strategy to propel its visitor economy into the next decade, with major events a key component to attract people to the state.

10 October, 2025

Darling Harbour hotel closes for major renovation

An apartment hotel in Sydney’s Darling Harbour has closed its doors to undertake its first major renovation in 25 years.

8 October, 2025

Major upgrade for Darwin Airport Resorts

Australia’s first airport resort, Darwin Airport Resorts, is undergoing a large upgrade program that will include new villas and executive suites, a poolside restaurant and refurbishment of existing rooms.

2 October, 2025

“Finishing school”: Sydney hotel mentoring next-gen leaders

A Sydney hotel is forging its reputation as a premier training ground for the next generation of hospitality and events professionals.

1 October, 2025

Merger for Northern Territory tourism and events organisations

Two Northern Territory government entities are joining forces across tourism and major events to help drive visitation to Australia’s Top End.

26 September, 2025

A new era for events: The evolution of Marvel Stadium

Following a $225 million redevelopment, Melbourne’s Marvel Stadium has transformed into a premium events and entertainment precinct that reflects the city’s dynamic cultural identity.

23 September, 2025

$3 million revamp unveiled for Sydney pub

A pub in Sydney’s Northern Beaches has unveiled its $3 million transformation, which includes a new bistro and private events space.

11 September, 2025

Future focus: Australia’s largest ever SITE conference

Australia and New Zealand’s incentive travel industry recently came together in Melbourne for the region’s largest ever SITE conference.

9 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

Boom times ahead: Spotlight on western Sydney

With a new international airport on the way, business is thriving in western Sydney as the region becomes a burgeoning hotspot for events and incentive groups.

27 August, 2025

Staking your claim at tax time

When it comes to lodging tax returns, events industry and hospitality professionals need to know what they should and shouldn’t be claiming, writes Mark Chapman, director of tax communications at H&R Block.

24 August, 2025

Hosted buyer applications open for AIME 2026

Applications have opened for hosted buyers to attend AIME 2026 at Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre on 9-11 February.

21 August, 2025

Warming wonders: Top winter dining venues, part two

As we move through the chill of Australia’s winter, these inviting restaurants and bars offer respite with comfort food and warm welcomes for groups of all sizes.

5 August, 2025

Warming wonders: Top winter dining venues, part one  

As we move through the chill of Australia’s winter, these inviting restaurants and bars offer respite with comfort food and warm welcomes for groups of all sizes.

31 July, 2025

Spotlight on Canberra: Celebrating the national capital

Canberra is a thriving and progressive city that proudly embraces its gentler pace but is also a dynamic and rapidly evolving business and innovation hub that offers world-class facilities set among beautiful surrounds.

27 July, 2025