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 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.
In this March/April edition we learn a bit more about Queenstown – Southern Lakes and Manawatu-Palmerston North. We also discover Adelaide, South Australia. We have coverage of famils for Kirikiriroa Hamilton and Melbourne.
Following tough times during the pandemic, the landscape of associations representing the events industry has undergone a seismic shift. So, where are we now?
PCOA is thrilled to release the final video of what was a fantastic PCOA23! Great work by Magnetic Shots! Don’t forget to keep updated with PCOA24 by filling in the Expression of Interest.
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.
Brisbane’s yet-to-launch $3.6 billion development will host the Professional Conference Organisers Association (PCOA) conference next year. The annual gathering is expected to attract 400 conference organisers in 2024.
Let’s get you prepared for the upcoming PCOA23 conference with Karen Sainsbury – PCOA Councillor NSW and PCOA23 program lead! Learn about the speakers! Discover the PCOA23 app!
Are you a seasoned expert in the event industry with a passion for sharing your knowledge and insights? We want YOU to be a guest speaker on “The Conference Collective” podcast series!
Business Events Industry Aotearoa welcomes the lifting of all New Zealand’s COVID-19 restrictions from today (15 August 2023).
The New Zealand Government says over the past month reported COVID-19 cases have hit their lowest levels since February 2022 and now is the time to remove all requirements including seven-day mandatory isolation.