Canberra’s new lakeside functions centre

A new functions and events centre has arrived on the shores of Canberra’s Lake Burley Griffin, with Red Shed opening its doors.

22 August, 2024

Queen’s Wharf: Breathing new life into Brisbane city

With just one week to go until the $3.6 billion Queen’s Wharf precinct opens, The Star Brisbane’s chief operating officer, hospitality, Kelvin Dodt, tells Spice how his venue is transforming the city’s events and hospitality landscape.

21 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

Wine accolade for ICC Sydney

International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney) has been honoured at the 2024 NSW Sommelier’s Wine List Awards for its curation of premium local wines.

15 August, 2024

Fresh functions space in Sydney’s east

Sydney’s eastern suburbs is home to a new functions and events venue, with The Lawns of Double Bay opening for business.

13 August, 2024

Crown Towers Perth appoints new general manager

Crown Towers Perth has appointed Chris Hamilton as its new general manager.

13 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

Major tech transformation at Melbourne Town Hall

Melbourne Town Hall’s events offering has been transformed through a major tech install by new inhouse tech supplier Scene Change.

12 August, 2024

Sheraton to open in PNG in 2025 

Marriott International is expanding its footprint in the Pacific region, bringing its Sheraton Hotels & Resorts brand to Papua New Guinea.

8 August, 2024

Hyatt Regency Sydney using insects to manage waste

Hyatt Regency Sydney has implemented a sustainable food waste system that uses insects to break down compostable material.

8 August, 2024

Sustainable dining in Fiji

Marriott Bonvoy’s four resorts in Fiji are elevating MICE events through sustainable dining experiences in paradise.

6 August, 2024

Adelaide Marriott Hotel partners with Microhire ahead of opening

Australian-owned audiovisual and event staging services supplier Microhire is expanding into South Australia, launching its AI-driven event technology at the new-build Adelaide Marriott Hotel.

6 August, 2024

EVT commences management of Rydges Ringwood

EVT Hotels and Resorts has commenced management of Melbourne’s Rydges Ringwood, having rebranded from Sebel Ringwood.

1 August, 2024

Pan Pacific Perth to complete renovations in late 2024

Ongoing renovations to Pan Pacific Perth are set to be completed in late 2024 with transformed suites and a redesigned ballroom and meetings spaces.

1 August, 2024

Culturally immersive dining at Darwin Convention Centre

Darwin Convention Centre honours the Larrakia people with its spectacular Seven Seasons dining experience.

29 July, 2024

Trippas White Group to offset events emissions 

Hospitality company Trippas White Group has enlisted Barefoot Citizens Consulting to measure and report its carbon emissions.

25 July, 2024

GCCEC reveals new catering options

The Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre (GCCEC) has announced its new environmentally conscious and globally focused menu.

18 July, 2024

MCET launches Accessibility Action Plan

Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Trust has unveiled its latest Accessibility Action Plan to ensure safe, welcoming and inclusive experiences for all event attendees at its venues.

18 July, 2024

Accor’s TRIBE hotel to debut in New Zealand

Accor’s TRIBE Auckland Fort Street is set to open its doors in the summer of 2024-2025.

18 July, 2024

Electrified Escapes at Ovolo Woolloomooloo

Ovolo Woolloomooloo has partnered with Peugeot Australia to give guests access to a plug-in hybrid vehicle to use while staying at the Sydney hotel.

15 July, 2024