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29 July, 2020

Melbourne secures three major business events

The triple win is welcome news for one of Australia’s hardest hit cities.

27 July, 2020

Up to 96% of events industry supported by JobKeeper, BECA survey finds

BECA has revealed findings from the survey used to lobby government for the JobKeeper extension.

23 July, 2020

JobKeeper to be extended beyond September deadline

The PM confirmed JobKeeper will continue at a reduced rate and made special mention to the business events industry.

21 July, 2020

First look inside the Cairns Convention Centre expansion

The centre reveals a sneak peek inside the new spaces and a fresh new logo.

15 July, 2020

Five reasons why you should attend MEA Evolve this week

Did we mention an Aussie comedian as the MC?

14 July, 2020

Melbourne returns to lockdown: What this means for events

It comes after the state saw its largest daily increase in cases since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic.

7 July, 2020

‘Disappointing but understandable’: Peak body reacts to NSW-VIC border closure

Some 400 NSW police officers are now preparing for the border closure, which begins tonight.

6 July, 2020

UPDATED: How each state plans to lift COVID-19 restrictions

Your state-by-state guide to event restriction rollback across Australia.

18 June, 2020

Call for speakers: Events Uncovered program underway

Calling all thought leaders! Register your interest to be featured in this year’s speaker program.

18 June, 2020

Events to restart in July as PM scraps 100-person limit

National Cabinet has agreed to remove the 100-person limit on gatherings that was initially in step 3 of the framework.

15 June, 2020

Voting opens for Spice Hot 100: Services & Suppliers

Show your fave event suppliers some love in the annual awards.

11 June, 2020

MEA Evolve conference goes virtual

The online event will feature a full-day program of speakers, a wellness hub and networking opportunities.

9 June, 2020

The Langham, Gold Coast to open in 2021

The hotel will offer luxury accommodation, event spaces and signature dining.

3 June, 2020

Spice Spotlight Sessions: Metropolis Events

GM Helen Boulter talks candidly about current challenges and shares her outlook on the future.

2 June, 2020

Private dining back on the menu for event planners

Venues are turning to private dining to get groups back through the doors.

28 May, 2020

‘We’ll meet again’: MEA CEO Robyn Johnson

Johnson says interaction between people will be critical to rebuilding businesses.

25 May, 2020

Spice Spotlight Sessions: Keith Wootton, AV1

We sat down with Keith to find out how business has changed since COVID-19 and the lessons he’s learnt along the way.

21 May, 2020

The Playford Adelaide launches TV station for isolation guests

Find out how the hotel created a dedicated channel in just 24 hours.

18 May, 2020

BECA outlines plan to restart business events

The next step aims to instil further confidence in government.

14 May, 2020