The Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre (GCCEC) achieves EarthCheck Master recertification, reaffirming its leadership in sustainable operations and responsible event delivery.
The Mackay Entertainment & Convention Centre (MECC) is proud to announce its achievement of the prestigious Gold Award for Business Event Venue at the 2025 Mackay Isaac Tourism Awards, held on Friday 31st October.
Are you ready for what’s next? We are proud to announce the launch of our new annual industry report: Inspirational Experiences: The Trends Redefining the Future of Meetings & Events. Packed with eye-opening data, expert insights, and practical recommendations, this resource is designed to help you not only navigate but truly thrive in the new era of MICE.
In this July/August edition of Meeting Newz we visit the Hamilton & Waikato region along with Central Otago, Dunedin and Northland.
We also have a wrap up of MEETINGS 2025 along with the pre and post famils of Auckland and Rotorua.
On the brink of her departure from the organisation, BESydney CEO Lyn Lewis-Smith has been named in the King’s Birthday Honours.
We cannot underestimate the importance of mentorship and career development. One of the best ways to retain talent and keep people engaged in the industry is by offering clear pathways for growth. Establishing mentorship programs and providing professional development opportunities is essential for nurturing the next generation of business events leaders.
In 2023, the PCO Association Inc., in partnership with Pan Pacific Hotels Group (PPHG), proudly introduced the Tim Birley Rising Star Award, honouring the memory of a true industry legend.
The Professional Conference Organisers Association Inc (PCOA) is supporting Business Events Industry Aotearoa (BEIA) in applauding the New Zealand Government’s move to eliminate a barrier to New Zealand hosting international medical conferences.
Following a late-2024 announcement that current BESydney CEO, Lyn Lewis-Smith, would step down in the middle of 2025, Sydney’s business events bidding organisation has announced Amanda Lampe as BESydney’s next head.
EventsAir, the global leader in event management technology, is proud to announce the renewal of their longstanding and valued industry partnership with the Professional Conference Organisers Association (PCOA).