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New CEO of ICC Sydney

It is a great honour to be writing to you today as the new CEO of ICC Sydney, having played a role in shaping the business and its operations as General Manager over the last decade.

I’m delighted to also share that Beverley Parker has been appointed as Deputy CEO and will retain her position as Director of Business Development. ICC Sydney’s experienced executive team, who you will all be familiar with, remains in place and is here to support your continued event success.

Creating Impactful Events: Good for Business & Good for the Planet

How ESG Principles Drive Success and Positive Change in the Meetings & Events Industry
In today’s business landscape, sustainability is no longer just a trend – it’s a necessity. The need to balance environmental responsibility with financial success is pressing, especially in the Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions (MICE) industry. As companies face increasing pressure from clients, stakeholders, and consumers to demonstrate their commitment to Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles, it’s clear that the future of events is rooted in purpose.

Embracing Diversity: It’s Bigger Than You Think

Diversity and inclusion aren’t just policies—they are key to unlocking growth, innovation, and engagement in today’s business and events landscapes. For event managers, PCOs, and senior leaders, embracing diversity can elevate both the success of your business events and the overall performance of your organisation. But how do you go beyond simply paying lip service to diversity and fully leverage its power?

More trans-Tasman flights an opportunity for business events

Soon to be connected destinations in New Zealand are hoping for a business events boost.
In addition to the Gold Coast becoming Australia’s most connected city to New Zealand, with the launch of flights between the Gold Coast and both Hamilton and Dunedin from mid-next year, Jetstar will fly four flights a week between Sydney and Hamilton from mid-2025.

NSW Visitor Economy Forum at ICC Sydney

The high-yield opportunity: business events and corporate travel! Business events and corporate travel attract high-yield domestic and international visitors who, on average, spend more than leisure travellers on accommodation, food, services and experiences during their trips.

meeting newz September / October 2024

​​​​​​​In this September/October edition of Meeting Newz we focus on Rotorua and Bay of Plenty regions and we learn more about Taupo and Whanganui.

We also bring you a preview of the Business Events Expo 24 being held at Viaduct Event Centre in Auckland on 19 November and we have a review of the recent Eventing the Future conference.

Wellington doubles down on conferences

Electricians, plumbers and internet experts are converging on Wellington next week as its convention centre gears up to host two large conferences at the same time. The conferences are being held at Tākina Wellington Convention & Exhibition Centre – New Zealand’s newest convention centre in the heart of Wellington that has been open for just over a year.

GOLD COAST CONVENTION AND EXHIBITION CENTRE CELEBRATES 20 YEARS

Gold Coast Queensland 1 July 2024 June 29th marked the 20th anniversary of the Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre (GCCEC). Stemming from the recognition that the Gold Coast needed a purpose-designed facility to accommodate conferences, exhibitions, concerts and large-scale gatherings, the collaboration between the Queensland government and Jupiters Ltd, has hosted thousands of domestic and international events since opening in 2004.

The Star Brisbane announces opening date for Queen’s Wharf

The Star Brisbane will officially open the first phase of its $3.6 billion Queen’s Wharf Brisbane precinct on August 29.

The Star Brisbane CEO Daniel Finch said a steady stream of new restaurants, bars, public spaces and destinations will begin opening from late August into September and throughout the remainder of the year.