The Beyond Tourism 2020 Steering Committee submitted its report to Government in December 2018. In January 2019, the Minister for Trade, Tourism and Investment launched a consultation process to seek industry and governments’ views on the draft report. The next long-term tourism strategy will extend out to the year 2030. This consultation process will provide valuable insights in shaping the…
Artificial Intelligence. We will see far more use of artificial intelligence (AI) across a range of industries and applications will emerge in the meetings sector. The technology will help with things like trawling for popular topics and emerging issues for conference content, through to identifying and targeting potential attendees who fit the ideal candidate profile. We’ll see AI being used…
The Liberal-National Government has announced the opening of the National Disability Conference Initiative grants, with organisations set to share in $315,000 of funding. The grants aim to assist conference organisers maximise the inclusion and participation of people with disability at nationally-focussed, disability-related conferences in Australia. Minister for Families and Social Services, Paul Fletcher said the grants directly support people with…
It’s only been running for six months but Tourism Australia’s Business Events Bid Fund Program (BFP) has already received over 69 applications for events worth a combined economic impact of over $503 million. Ten wins on the board as bid fund helps convert $97m worth of business. To date 10 bids worth over $97 million have been converted to business…
Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC) is Melbourne’s destination for big ideas and inspirational events. We’re here to connect and inspire, and as a world-leading venue, we’re redefining events globally through innovation, partnerships and experiences. At MCEC we provide all the technology and support you need for a successful event. When you hold an event at MCEC, you’ll have access…
Here is your opportunity! Webinar presenter Warwick Merry will be hosting a Successful Event Sponsorship Session on Thursday 11 October 2018. Warwick believes, before we try and get amazing and advanced sponsorship packages, it is important to get the foundation factors right. If you are looking at delivering more value for your sponsors, understanding what ROI is and upping the…
Daydream Island in the Whitsundays is currently underway with an extensive $100m redevelopment with the resort due to re-open in early 2019. The 4.5 Star resort will offer 277 well-appointed accommodation rooms & suites along with comprehensive conference facilities all complemented by sparkling bays, secluded beaches, and an array of activities that combine to stimulate and inspire delegates. The resort…
Currinda has teamed up with online travel brand Wotif to give Professional Conference Organisers (PCOs) access to a huge selection of accommodation options and the opportunity to earn commission along the way. Currinda has leveraged the power and scale of Wotif to create a seamless event accommodation workflow within the online event registration process. This innovation delivers significant benefits to…
Registration for the 11th Annual PCOA Conference and Exhibition, to be held at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre between December 9-11, 2018, is now open. The Conference will be held at the Melbourne Conventionand Exhibition Centre’s (MCEC) newly completed $200 million expansion. PCO Association president Barry Neame said the conference theme ‘Embracing Change’ is a proactive call to all…