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Destination NSW takes Aim at the Business Events Growth

Destination NSW this week launched a fresh approach to growing the business events sector in regional NSW at the Asia Pacific Incentives and Meetings Expo (AIME) in Melbourne, with new messaging aligned to its ‘Feel New’ visitor brand. Showcasing immersive visitor experiences in regional NSW, the new ‘Corporate events that feel anything but’ positioning presents an engaging alternative to the traditional business event experience.

ACCI Tourism Committee meeting in Canberra

Barry Neame, President of the Professional Conference Organisers Association has proudly represented our association and its members at the recent ACCI Tourism Committee meeting in Canberra. The day was filled with discussions on crucial topics impacting the tourism industry. With workforce issues, Tourism Australia Bid Fund Grants, Visa policies for tourism, and airline cancellations on the agenda, it was evident that the challenges facing the sector were being addressed head-on.

PCOA23 Networking Function

In December we at ILA, Adelaide’s Centre of Immersive Light and Art (formerly known as Light ADL) had the honour of welcoming over 400 guests through the doors of our 150 year old heritage building. One venue, 2 floors, 4 event spaces and over 200sqm of LED screens were brought to life for the PCOA 2023 Networking Function.

PCOA joins national business advocacy body

The Professional Conference Organisers Association (PCOA) has joined the Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ACCI). The organisation has chapters in all Australian states and territories and a membership which includes more than 80 associations and some of Australia’s largest and most powerful corporations.

Getting the most out of PCOA23

The PCOA invites you, as a PCOA23 attendee, exhibitor, speaker and/or sponsor, and those interested in registering for PCOA23, to join us on a complimentary webinar that will assist you with getting the most out of PCOA23. The webinar will be hosted by Karen Sainsbury, PCOA Councillor NSW and PCOA23 program lead. Karen will be joined by an informative group of panellists, who will discuss a variety of details that will assist you in your preparation for PCOA23 in Adelaide.

Spice News – Spring 2023

Bold, vibrant and inspiring – Spice magazine’s spring issue is out now! Unveiling the annual Hot 100 services and suppliers, the spring issue of Spice magazine celebrates the talent, creativity and innovation shaping the business events industry.

Te Pae Christchurch receives global boost

The Australian general manager of New Zealand’s first next-generation convention centre has just put his venue in the global spotlight. Te Pae Christchurch GM, Ross Steele has just been appointed to the board of the International Association of Convention Centres (AIPC), which will bring new visibility to both his venue and New Zealand’s strengthening appeal for international conventions.