ABEA report: Conference delegates spending big in Australia

The Australian Business Events Association (ABEA) has released a report that charts predicted delegate spending of $760 million in Australia to 2031.

29 November, 2024

Research: Australia an events destination of choice

New research from Business Events Australia is charting the pipeline of international events Down Under, revealing the nation as a top destination of choice in the global market.

22 November, 2024

ABEA announces new board members

The Australian Business Events Association (ABEA) has announced its new board in its first official appointments since the inauguration of the organisation that represents the business events sector.

20 November, 2024

Speaker program announced for ABEA Conference

The speaker program has been announced for the Australian Business Events Association Conference and Awards in Sydney on 10-11 December, 2024.

14 November, 2024

$80 million lifeline for Rex Airlines

The Federal Government has announced an $80 million bailout for Rex Airlines to keep its regional routes running.

12 November, 2024

Brisbane booming as a business travel hub

New data reveals Brisbane is forging ahead as a corporate travel city, with record growth and visitor spend.

5 November, 2024

Winners crowned in Western Sydney Tourism Awards

Accor Stadium and Sydney Zoo are among the winners in the inaugural Western Sydney Tourism Awards, which celebrate business events and tourism excellence in the region.

29 October, 2024

Venues accommodating changing consumer behaviour

From last-minute ticket sales to sustainability expectations, venues of all sizes are learning to pivot according to changing consumer behaviours, writes Matthew Sainsbury.

23 October, 2024

Aussie brand Vibe Hotels celebrates 21st birthday

Australian hotel chain Vibe Hotels is celebrating its 21st birthday this October, marking growth from its beginnings in Sydney to becoming a nationwide and international brand.

23 October, 2024

Sydney’s Entertainment Quarter set for redevelopment

More events are on the horizon for Sydney’s Entertainment Quarter with the site set for a major redevelopment.

22 October, 2024

Sydney Showground partners with Encore

Event production company Encore is partnering with Sydney Showground to deliver its in-house technical and creative services.

16 October, 2024

WTTC Global Summit in Perth hailed a success

The World Travel and Tourism Council’s 2024 Global Summit wrapped up in Perth on 10 October, with the Italian capital of Rome being announced as host city for the 2025 event.

15 October, 2024

Five features of an exceptional event experience

Auckland’s Eden Park was recently announced as the global venue of the year at TheStadiumBusiness Awards in Manchester, UK. Austin Jones, Eden Park’s business development executive, highlights five focus areas that contributed to the award win.

8 October, 2024

NSW visitor economy hits new heights

International visitors to NSW have surged past pre-pandemic levels, boosting tourism for the state.

1 October, 2024

NSW Government releases 24-hour economy strategy

The NSW Government has announced new initiatives aimed at reinvigorating the state’s nightlife.

27 September, 2024

Queensland showcasing the best of Australia for events

When spruiking Australia as a world-class business events destination, there are few better places to host delegates than Far North Queensland.

26 September, 2024

Event in the spotlight: The Calyx’s Alchemy of a Rainforest

The Calyx at Royal Botanic Garden Sydney recently hosted a sensory rainforest experience to launch a new exhibition celebrating art, innovation and sustainability.

25 September, 2024

The Big Group launches in Sydney with gala celebration

Australian hospitality company The Big Group has celebrated its entry into the Sydney market with a black-tie gala at one of its venues, Museum of Contemporary Art Australia.

20 September, 2024

Creative, flexible solutions with Microhire’s curved LED panels

Australian events staging company Microhire is embracing innovative technology with its game-changing new range of versatile, curved LED screens and AI products.

18 September, 2024

MEA seeking feedback on its future

Meetings and Events Australia (MEA) is seeking feedback on the future of the events industry association, with amalgamation on the agenda.

17 September, 2024