The Summer 2025 issue of Spice magazine is out now, covering the latest news, innovations and happenings in the Australasian MICE industry.
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.
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.
PCOA Association Manager – Part-Time Position (25-30 Hours Per Week – 1 August 2025 onwards) subject to availability. • Leadership experience within a membership-based, business events, or not-for-profit organisation.
• Strong organisational and project management skills.
• Experience in marketing, B2B and B2C sales, and membership growth initiatives.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
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).
Under Arna’s tenure, we have seen remarkable progress, and your commitment to representing PCOA, and contributions at the Councillors meetings has left a lasting legacy.
In this edition of Meeting Newz our cover story focuses on Auckland. We’ll take a close look at how new infrastructure is shaping our largest city along with industry trends and key business events. We also learn more about the Hawke’s Bay region and we have a review of PCOA in Brisbane.
19 December 2024 Gold Coast, Queensland Nick Jeffrey has been appointed to the role of General Manager, Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre (GCCEC).
The appointment comes after recognising the outstanding contributions Nick has made in his role as Acting General Manager. Over the past five months, he has been instrumental in ensuring continued smooth operations of the business, exceptional service delivery and ongoing client satisfaction. Nick has also been responsible for key stakeholder engagement.
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.