Businesses spending big on MICE

A new survey has revealed more than a quarter of businesses allocate half of their travel budgets to the MICE sector.

16 October, 2024

Accor renews partnership with 40-plus Aussie hotels

Hotel operator Accor has signed partnership renewal agreements for more than 40 hotels across Australia.

9 October, 2024

TFE Hotels and Heritage Hotels announce NZ partnership

TFE Hotels has partnered with New Zealand accommodation provider Heritage Hotels in a multi-property management agreement.

8 October, 2024

IAPCO launches global advocacy campaign

The International Association of Professional Congress Organisers (IAPCO) has launched a new advocacy campaign to enhance the quality and professionalism of event and congress organisation globally.

1 October, 2024

Adelaide Marriott Hotel opens for business

Marriott Hotels has opened the company’s first property in South Australia, with Adelaide Marriott Hotel launching at a transformed historic site.

23 September, 2024

Bookings open for Nyaal Banyul Geelong Convention and Event Centre    

Bookings are now open for Nyaal Banyul Geelong Convention and Event Centre, which is set to open in 2026.

19 September, 2024

Business Events Tasmania receives $5 million budget boost

The 2024 Tasmanian Budget has delivered a $5 million injection for Business Events Tasmania to secure national and international conferences.

17 September, 2024

Combatting loneliness and isolation of work travel

Travel and unusual hours are part of the territory in the events industry, but time away from family in lonely hotel rooms can be an isolating experience for some people.

12 September, 2024

The Catering Club launches in Sydney

A new events catering company has come to Sydney with The Catering Club opening for business.

5 September, 2024

Major award gongs for Ayers Rock Resort

Ayers Rock Resort, at Uluru, has won two major categories at the World Travel Awards 2024.

4 September, 2024

Winners crowned in The Vibes Awards

The events industry came together on 28 August, 2024, in Sydney, to celebrate the individuals in the sector who shine brightest at The Vibes Awards.

3 September, 2024

Five quick tips: Planning memorable incentive experiences

When it comes to planning an incentive trip that adds value to a work conference or event, these five steps will ensure everyone gets the most from the experience.

2 September, 2024

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