Boom times for business events in WA

Business Events Perth has revealed significant growth for Western Australia’s events sector for the 2023-2024 financial year.

22 August, 2024

Merlin Venues Sydney announces new catering partner

Merlin Venues Sydney has announced a partnership with Bespoke Catering to be the primary culinary partner at its four venues across Sydney’s CBD.

20 August, 2024

New airports a boom for NSW visitor economy

Destination NSW is holding a series of strategy workshops to help businesses capitalise on the opening of Western Sydney International Airport and expansion of Newcastle Airport.

15 August, 2024

New management for Alex Hotel in Perth

EVT has been announced as the new operator of Alex Hotel, in the inner Perth suburb of Northbridge.

13 August, 2024

BESydney announces new global ambassadors

Business Events Sydney has announced its eight new global ambassadors who will help secure events to the Harbour City.

8 August, 2024

Showcase takes Tropical North Queensland on the road

Tourism Tropical North Queensland has wrapped up its annual showcase for 2024, taking the sunny destination on the road to Brisbane, Sydney and Melbourne.

6 August, 2024

ABEA joins COSBOA as council member

The Council of Small Business Organisations Australia (COSBOA) has announced Australian Business Events Association (ABEA) as its newest council member.

31 July, 2024

Sprintr launches recyclable registration kiosk

Australian event tech company Sprintr is helping the events industry reduce its carbon footprint by launching EcoKiosk, a sustainable, lightweight, modular-designed kiosk for delegate registrations.

29 July, 2024

Key appointments at Business Events Adelaide 

Business Events Adelaide has announced several key appointments and internal promotions as part of an organisational restructure.

25 July, 2024

Pullman Magenta Shores Resort unveils major refurbishment

Pullman Magenta Shores Resort has announced the completion of its major renovation project, delivering improved guest experiences.

11 July, 2024

Accor’s new Melbourne Airport hotels open for business

Two new hotels have launched at Melbourne Airport, with Novotel and ibis Styles opening their doors as part of Australia’s largest hotel development in 2024.

9 July, 2024

Brisbane’s Princess Theatre unveils new meetings space

Queensland’s oldest surviving theatre has revealed a new meetings space for corporate gatherings.

3 July, 2024

Nominations open for The Vibes Awards 2024

The Venues Collection has announced The Vibes Awards are back for another year to celebrate Sydney’s outstanding business events professionals.

2 July, 2024

Opening date announced for The Star Brisbane

The Star Brisbane is set to unveil its first phase of attractions at the $3.6 billion Queen’s Wharf precinct, releasing a list of cultural, culinary and entertainment features that will open on 29 August, 2024.

1 July, 2024

Elevating experiences and events at Marvel Stadium

Marvel Stadium’s general manager, Scott Fitzgerald, outlines the venue’s Elevate Experience & Events premium function spaces that have opened in 2024.

11 June, 2024

Growth in business travel as airfares drop

Business travel is on the rise as global airfares trend downwards and demand remains steady post-COVID-19 pandemic.

5 June, 2024

New events space opens at Northshore Brisbane

Brisbane has welcomed its newest event space with Superordinary opening its doors in May 2024.

3 June, 2024

Food & Beverage Media launches portfolio website

Spice’s parent company, Food & Beverage Media, has launched a new website, showcasing its large portfolio of liquor, hospitality and events titles, and highlighting the breadth and depth of its media coverage of these sectors.

30 May, 2024

$19.2 million expansion plans for Darwin Convention Centre

The capacity of Darwin Convention Centre is set to expand following the announcement of a $19.2 million upgrade.

28 May, 2024

Rex announces new Melbourne-to-Perth route

Australia’s largest independent regional and domestic airline, Rex, has announced its new Melbourne-to-Perth route.

24 May, 2024