The New York Times names Tasmania and Brisbane as top destinations in 2024

Tasmania and Brisbane have been named as two of the “52 Best Places to Visit in 2024” by The New York Times.

11 January, 2024

48 Hours in Hobart

With its fascinating history, gourmet experiences and picturesque surrounds, Hobart captivates the senses and lends itself perfectly to inspired events itineraries.

5 January, 2023

Novotel Devonport to open in Tasmania

The 187-room hotel will feature a restaurant and bar, 24-hour room service and fitness centre, and a meeting room for up to 20 delegates.

19 July, 2022

Take a virtual tour of Tasmania’s best events facilities

The BET virtual map gives the user a better understanding of how accessible and appealing Hobart and Launceston are for events.

18 January, 2022

PCOA postpones conference to December 2022

Originally planned for Hobart later this month, the event has been postponed due to ongoing COVID challenges.

13 January, 2022

Events Tasmania offers funding grant for local events

Applications are open for the Events Marketing Tasmania Grant program and Event Ready Grant Program.

19 October, 2021

Tasmania welcomes new Vibe Hotel Hobart

The Art Deco hotel pays homage to an intriguing history.

7 December, 2020

Tasmania announces plan to restart events

Events of up to 10,000 people may be permitted under the new framework.

26 October, 2020

Tasmania announces funding for event suppliers

Funding of $2.5 million will be distributed among suppliers of AV, tech equipment, marquees and more.

19 October, 2020

Cradle Mountain Lodge begins $10 million upgrade

The lodge is now welcoming guests into its refurbished luxury suites.

5 February, 2020

A look inside Hobart’s new boutique hotel

Set within two historic buildings, Moss has a fascinating story to tell.

25 June, 2019

Rural health professionals gather in Hobart

More than 1000 delegates attended the National Rural Health Conference.

28 March, 2019

6 must-do incentive experiences in Tasmania

Our top picks for surprising and delighting your incentive delegates in Tassie.

22 January, 2019

Truffle Lodge to reopen with more luxury tents

The Tasmanian glamping property has unveiled a series of new additions ahead of its second season.

3 September, 2018

Business Events Tasmania appoints new CEO

The Business Events Tasmania (BET) board has appointed Marnie Craig to the position of CEO to drive the destination’s share of both domestic and international business.

27 March, 2018

Hyatt to launch its Centric brand in Hobart

Australia’s first Hyatt Centric hotel is planned for Hobart, Tasmania.

11 January, 2017

Hot venue: Landscape Restaurant and Grill, Hobart

Chef Oli Mellers has returned home to lead the team at Landscape Restaurant and Grill.

17 October, 2016

Hot venue: Wingtons

Say hello to Tasmania’s newest glamping site.

23 May, 2016

Hot venue: Peacock and Jones, Hobart

Hobart welcomes a new culinary attraction.

27 January, 2016

Hobart to welcome Lions conference in 2017

Over 1600 delegates will converge on Wrest Point for the Lions Club Centenary conference.

25 November, 2015