Upwards trend: Report shows bright future for events industry

More spending, more events: A new events industry report has been released, which conveys a positive outlook for Australia’s events sector.

26 June, 2024

PCOA and BEIA forge new partnership

Australia’s Professional Conference Organisers Association (PCOA) and New Zealand’s Business Events Industry Aotearoa (BEIA) have joined forces to boost the business events industry on both sides of the Tasman.

26 June, 2024

Marriott announces new ANZ marketing director

Deb McDiarmid will drive the strategy across Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific.

19 June, 2024

MEETINGS 2024 kicks off in cultural style

A traditional Maori ceremony has welcomed delegates and guests to the BEIA trade show in Rotorua.

19 June, 2024

New NZ events awards to be held in 2025

The celebration will happen every two years in conjunction with the BEIA conference.

19 June, 2024

New GM for FCM Travel

Renos Rologas has been appointed to the role of General Manager for Australia and New Zealand.

19 June, 2024

Brisbane leading as Australia’s ‘bleisure’ capital

Data from Corporate Traveller shows the Queensland capital has business visitors spending more time in the city when compared to Sydney and Melbourne.

17 June, 2024

TFE Hotels announces new appointments

Five new staff movements across the Adina, Travelodge, Quest and Vibe brands have been announced by the hospitality group.

17 June, 2024

AV1 and SongDivision among winners at MEA Awards

Australia’s top event professionals have been honoured at the MEA Awards, presented at a 200-guest gala ceremony at Evolve 2024 in the NSW Hunter Valley.

17 June, 2024

The trends shaping events in 2024

From inclusivity and accessibility to sustainable practices and creative culinary ideas, a wave of transformative trends is reshaping the way events are visualised and delivered in Australia, writes Matthew Sainsbury.

12 June, 2024

New tourism initiative in Western Australia

Tourism Western Australia and Tourism Council WA have launched a new industry recognition program that celebrates the state’s leading tourism operators and experiences.

11 June, 2024

ICC Sydney CEO Geoff Donaghy to step down

ICC Sydney CEO Geoff Donaghy is stepping down from his role, bringing an end to 30 years of exceptional venue management.

11 June, 2024

Auckland breaks into top 100 for global conferences

The New Zealand city of Auckland has been ranked in the top 100 destinations worldwide for hosting international conferences, according to a report from International Congress and Convention Association (ICCA).

11 June, 2024

Australia ranked 13th in global conference ratings

Australia has been ranked 13th globally for hosting international conferences, according to a new report from International Congress and Convention Association (ICCA).

5 June, 2024

Growth in business travel as airfares drop

Business travel is on the rise as global airfares trend downwards and demand remains steady post-COVID-19 pandemic.

5 June, 2024

ABEA’s Emerging Leaders program: Fostering future talent in events

ABEA’s Emerging Leaders program is unearthing events industry stars of tomorrow, such as Sharna Greig, who will help lead the sector for decades to come.

5 June, 2024

Food & Beverage Media launches portfolio website

Spice’s parent company, Food & Beverage Media, has launched a new website, showcasing its large portfolio of liquor, hospitality and events titles, and highlighting the breadth and depth of its media coverage of these sectors.

30 May, 2024

Rex announces new Melbourne-to-Perth route

Australia’s largest independent regional and domestic airline, Rex, has announced its new Melbourne-to-Perth route.

24 May, 2024

Adelaide Venue Management releases ESG strategy

Adelaide Venue Management has unveiled its inaugural environmental social governance strategy, which plots the company’s path to a more sustainable future in events and venue management.

17 May, 2024

Inaugural Business Events NSW showcase hits Sydney

Destination NSW hosted its inaugural Business Events NSW Showcase on Wednesday, 17 May, 2024, which highlighted immersive visitor experiences throughout the state’s regions to more than 100 event planners and buyers.

17 May, 2024