Bookings open for Melbourne’s new ibis and Novotel
Set to welcome first guests in December, the hotels will offer 483 guestrooms plus meeting and event space.
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International speaker confirmed for EEAA Global Exchange
Save the date for the Exhibition and Event Association of Australasia’s 2018 Global Exchange.
Last chance for tickets to the next Women in Tourism event
Don’t miss your chance to hear from industry leaders about the importance of mentoring in your career.
Event in the spotlight: Benefit Cosmetics product launch
This Space organised three pop-art-themed events to launch Benefit Cosmetics’ new product.
Manly Greenhouse opens this weekend
The three-level venue will open in two stages, beginning with the street-level Greenhouse and rooftop bar.
National Wine Centre opens its doors to event planners
The free event will give professional planners the opportunity to explore the venue’s six event spaces.
Dorsett hotel concept debuting soon on the Gold Coast
The Dorsett will be among a group of hotels on the coast with more than 300 rooms and be the second biggest in the Broadbeach region behind only The Star Grand.
Specialist event planners Do the NT
The landscapes and fascinating culture of Australia’s Red Centre were recently on display when a group of specialist event planners from Australia and New Zealand participated in Uluru Showcase.
EEAA boss named one of 16 ambassadors in Heart Foundation campaign
EEAA’s Chief Executive, Joyce DiMascio, is one of 16 senior business women invited to be ambassadors in a new Heart Foundation and Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry campaign.
The Event Symposium to go fully interactive in November
Taking place 20-21 November on the Sunshine Coast, this year’s program features a day of industry based, collaborative Workshops followed by a day of Masterclasses led by ground-breakers from beyond the events industry.
Best in business descend on Sunshine Coast
The 29th Association of Australian Convention Bureau Annual (AACB) Conference has kicked off on the Sunshine Coast.
Event in the spotlight: Hyatt Regency Sydney’s new dining concept
Hyatt Regency Sydney this week unveiled a creative new event concept that will allow function guests to interact and engage with the hotel’s hospitality team and fellow event attendees like never before.
Team Building Spotlight: Lets Go Surfing achieves Ecotourism Certification
The ECO Certification program assures groups that certified products are backed by a strong, well-managed commitment to sustainable practices and provides high quality nature-based tourism experiences.
AVPartners promotes Mat Brooke to Technical Director at Crown Perth
Mat commenced his career with AVPartners as a Trainee Technician in April 2012, and in six short years has progressed to a leadership position.
Cairns and Great Barrier Reef report booming MICE biz
The economic impact of business events confirmed by the Business Events Cairns & Great Barrier Reef team in the 2017-18 financial year has more than doubled to $111 million.
Introducing Events by Luxperience
The new experience, dubbed Events by Luxperience, will enable 50 event specialists to meet up and connect with 15 suppliers for a two hour session of intimate group presentations on Wednesday 19 September 2018.
Tourism Australia revamps Chinese language website to lure more international business downunder
Tourism Australia undertook comprehensive research with international business events planners in China to ensure the new site delivers relevant information in accessible and appealing ways.
Famil spotlight: The Ultimate Download, Sands Resorts Macao
A delegation of 120 lucky international convention and exhibition professionals (incl Aussies) made their way to Macau recently for a four day, three night famil to explore MICE opportunities with Sands Resorts Macao.
Adina Apartment Hotel Brisbane’s grand debut
The hotel is situated close to the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre and Queensland Performing Arts Centre in Southbank, making ideal for event and delegate stays. Check out the new property here.
Industry in Focus: Darryl Lovegrove, Lovegrove Entertainment
Darryl Lovegrove’s contribution to the Australian events industry cannot be underestimated. Beyond his exceptional talents as a singer, he has also been a mentor, advocate and innovator who has driven the industry forward in countless ways.