New agreement to drive Chinese tourism to NSW

Destination NSW has signed an agreement with a major travel partner to attract visitors to the state from China.

15 October, 2024

Joint Meetings Industry Council expands global reach

New members from Asia and Africa have joined international meetings and events representative body Joint Meetings Industry Council.

8 October, 2024

WTTC Global Summit kicks off in Perth

The World Travel & Tourism Council’s 24th Global Summit has commenced in Perth today, with delegates from around the globe in attendance.

8 October, 2024

NSW visitor economy hits new heights

International visitors to NSW have surged past pre-pandemic levels, boosting tourism for the state.

1 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

Hawai’i Tourism Oceania completes annual roadshow

Hawai‘i Tourism Oceania recently took its annual roadshow, Aloha Down Under 2024, across Australia and New Zealand to spruik the islands as vibrant destinations.

27 September, 2024

NSW Government releases 24-hour economy strategy

The NSW Government has announced new initiatives aimed at reinvigorating the state’s nightlife.

27 September, 2024

Keynote speakers announced for ABEA Conference

The Australian Business Events Association (ABEA) has announced its keynote speakers for the inaugural ABEA Conference in December 2024.

26 September, 2024

Cash incentive to host events in regional Victoria

Business Events Victoria is calling on conference organisers to host events in the state’s regions, with funding available as an incentive to choose Victorian locations.  

25 September, 2024

ABEA appoints three new council chairs

Australian Business Events Association (ABEA) has appointed three new council chairs and a membership manager to strengthen its national representation.

24 September, 2024

The Big Group launches in Sydney with gala celebration

Australian hospitality company The Big Group has celebrated its entry into the Sydney market with a black-tie gala at one of its venues, Museum of Contemporary Art Australia.

20 September, 2024

ICC Sydney to host NSW Visitor Economy Forum

Business events and tourism industry leaders, experts and stakeholders will head to International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney) when the venue hosts the 2024 Visitor Economy Forum on 3 October, 2024.

19 September, 2024

Norwegian Cruise Line unveils new ship

Global cruise travel company Norwegian Cruise Line has unveiled its newest vessel that will debut in March 2026.

19 September, 2024

MEA seeking feedback on its future

Meetings and Events Australia (MEA) is seeking feedback on the future of the events industry association, with amalgamation on the agenda.

17 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

Venues leading the charge on sustainability

Large-scale sustainability initiatives are gaining momentum across the nation’s business events industry with tangible results that are making a difference, writes Australian Business Events Association CEO Melissa Brown.

16 September, 2024

Australia Next 2024 concludes as 2025 host city announced

Business Events Australia’s major incentive showcase, Australia Next 2024, was held in Cairns this week, showcasing the Far North Queensland region and nation as a whole as a business events destination.

12 September, 2024

MEA to celebrate 50th anniversary with Sydney conference

Meetings and Events Australia has announced the 2025 MEA Conference will be held in Sydney.

12 September, 2024

Pay What You Like: AV1 initiative supporting First Nations youth

Audio-visual production company AV1 has announced the return of its Pay What You Like initiative in January 2025.

12 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