The compact and connected capital offers excellent flight access from Australian’s eastern seaboard, with over 50 direct return flights weekly from major Australian cities. Upon arrival, you’ll find a wide range of accommodation options, from five-star hotels with harbour views to budget-friendly choices, all within a short walk of our new convention centre, Tākina.
The Professional Conference Organisers Association Inc. is excited to announce its Program Advisory Committee for this year’s PCOA25 conference at the Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre, #NewZealand in December.
We are proud to announce that the NZICC will open to New Zealand and the world for conferences and events in February 2026. The long-awaited NZICC is set to transform New Zealand’s conference and events industry, boosting visitation and the wider economy with its world-class facilities.
The Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre, opened in 2004, transformed the city’s event landscape. Now celebrating 20 years, it has hosted 3,612 events, attracting millions and showcasing international talent.
Hannah joins Tim Hancock and Mike Pickford at the executive director level. She has been working at ASN Events for more than a decade. “It’s with great satisfaction to announce that Hannah is now an executive director of ASN Events and she joins Tim and I as principals of the company,” said Mike.
The annual conference for the Professional Conference Organisers Association (PCOA), taking place at Queen’s Wharf in Brisbane from Sunday, is set to be the association’s largest ever meeting.
Event professionals are in for a transformative experience at PCOA24, with two standout sessions designed to help business owners, senior leaders, and aspiring PCOs grow, value, and secure their event businesses.
Led by industry experts Dan Londero and Suzy Munt, these sessions will offer actionable strategies for expanding, selling, or planning the future of your business.
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.
ICC Sydney’s culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion is reflected in its Accessible and Inclusive Events Guide, where event organisers can find these three key tips, and much more to ensure inclusivity for all at events.
The Professional Conference Organisers Association Inc (PCOA) and Business Events Industry Aotearoa (BEIA) have today signed a Memorandum of Understanding that aims to enhance the business events industry across Australia and New Zealand.