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meeting newz September / October 2025

In this September/October edition of Meeting Newz we visit Wellington along with the West Coast and Southland. We have a review of This is Gold Coast 2025 and you can read about ETF which was held in Hamilton recently. There is also a profile on Janet Matheson from Conferences & Events.
We keep you informed and connected with the latest industry news, events, social scene and people on the move. You can also read about the latest happenings from our key partners including BEIA, PCOA and NZEA.

The Star Brisbane launches new poolside event space

The Star Brisbane has launched a new skyline events space alongside three infinity-style pools at the Queen’s Wharf precinct.

Offering sweeping views over the Brisbane River, the Isoletto Pool Club offers areas for corporate occasions and events, complementing the Event Centre at the heart of the precinct.

PCOA conference sells out

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.

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.

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?

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.