Spice attended the gala, which was held at MCA Australia’s Foundation Hall – the venue for Spice’s Events Uncovered in July 2024 – for 250 guests, with Sydney Harbour as its backdrop.
The Big Group’s founders, Bruce and Chyka Keebaugh, welcomed guests, including MCA Australia chair Lorraine Tarabay, MCA Australia director Suzanne Cotter, Destination NSW chair Sally Loane, Destination NSW CEO Steve Cox, and NSW MP Jacqui Munro.
Guests were treated to fine dining, cocktails, musical and dancing entertainment, and a speech by Bruce Keebaugh.
“The Big Group is committed to growing the art of Australian hospitality,” he says.
“We believe great venues and brilliant events can transform cities, creating opportunities for people and showcasing Australia to the world.
“We hope to have a positive impact on this beautiful city, and have fun with our clients, customers and team in the process.”
Based in Melbourne, The Big Group has been delivering creative, memorable experiences for more than 30 years.
The company employs 1800 staff, caters to more than one million guests per year, and has partnered with major events including the Formula 1 Australian Grand Prix, Melbourne Cup and Australian Open.
The Big Group’s entry to Sydney is taking in two venues. The first is the collaboration with MCA Australia, which includes MCA Cafe, the venue’s events spaces and a restaurant that is launching in October 2024.
The second venue partnership is ILUMINA, a meetings and events space at the new 1 Elizabeth precinct, in Sydney’s CBD, that will also launch in October 2024.
