New net-zero guidelines for events industry

The Net Zero Carbon Events (NZCE) initiative has released new guidelines to assist the MICE industry achieve net-zero emissions by 2050.

15 December, 2023

Accor unveils new-look Peppers Marysville

Peppers Marysville has unveiled an extensive refurbishment in Victoria’s popular Yarra Valley.

13 December, 2023

Melbourne hotel joins Hilton portfolio

Curio Collection by Hilton adds first Melbourne hotel to its portfolio of 150 properties worldwide.

13 December, 2023

Swissôtel Sydney celebrates 20th birthday

Five-star Swissôtel Sydney is celebrating 20 years of luxury in the Harbour City.

13 December, 2023

Singapore Airlines adds more return flights to Brisbane in 2024

Singapore Airlines is adding an additional four services between Brisbane and Singapore in 2024, taking total capacity to 25 flights each week.

13 December, 2023

Brisbane wins bid to host PCOA24

More than 400 professional conference organisers will descend on Brisbane in December 2024 after the Queensland capital was successful in its bid to host PCOA24.

12 December, 2023

Fitzroy River Bridge reopens ahead of tourist high season

The new Fitzroy River Bridge has reopened in the remote Western Australia Kimberley region, six months ahead of schedule.

12 December, 2023

Navarra acquires luxury estate in regional NSW

Sydney-based Navarra Venues has spread its reach to a sixth venue in the company’s portfolio with the acquisition of Attunga Grove in the NSW Southern Highlands.

12 December, 2023

Historic Sydney hotel to undergo major renovation

Sofitel Sydney Wentworth has unveiled plans for a $60 million refurbishment that is set to commence in early 2024.

11 December, 2023

Sydney number-one business destination as travel surges

Business travel in Australia has jumped by 41 per cent in 2023, with Sydney retaining its ranking as the number-one destination.

11 December, 2023

United Airlines launches Brisbane-to-LA service

United Airlines has launched its Brisbane to Los Angeles route, offering the non-stop service three times a week.

7 December, 2023

Accor adds Mantra Tonsley Adelaide to hotel stable

Hotel operator Accor has added four-star Mantra Tonsley Adelaide to its portfolio to expand its brand presence in South Australia.

7 December, 2023

Redeveloped Victoria Hotel Rutherglen opens its doors

The historic Victoria Hotel Rutherglen, in northern Victoria, has undergone a multi-million-dollar redevelopment, with phase one of the project now open to the public.

7 December, 2023

Perth to host Routes Asia 2025

Western Australia is set to host Routes Asia 2025, the leading aviation and tourism trade event in the Asia-Pacific region.

6 December, 2023

MCEC takes top gong at Victorian Tourism Awards

The Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC) has been awarded the Business Event Venue of the Year Award at the 2023 VTIC Victorian Tourism Awards.

5 December, 2023

Amora Hotel Brisbane to reopen after $30 million revamp

The Amora Group is set to reopen its luxury Brisbane hotel following a $30 million redevelopment during the past 12 months.

5 December, 2023

Australia’s first airport resort opens in Darwin

Two hotels have joined forces to create a new resort at Darwin Airport, the first of its kind in Australia.

4 December, 2023

Wellington named to host APNIC conference

The New Zealand city of Wellington has been named as host of the Asia Pacific Network Information Centre Conference (APNIC) for the first time.

4 December, 2023

Visitor registrations open for AIME 2024

Registration has opened for the 2024 Asia Pacific Incentives and Meetings Event (AIME), the leading trade event for the meetings and event industry in the Asia Pacific region.

4 December, 2023

MCB secures 197 events worth $354m

Melbourne Convention Bureau has announced strong results for the last financial year and slate of events up until 2028.

29 November, 2023