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Maximising Property Reach in the Age of AI: Gs EO, AI Search and the Cvent IQ Advantage
1+ day, 21+ hour ago (276+ words) At the centre of this transformation is Cvent IQ, our unified AI ecosystem. By combining vast industry datasets with responsible, secure AI, Cvent IQ acts as a force multiplier for hospitality leaders, turning search disruption into a strategic sales advantage....
Return of Western Sydney Tourism Awards
3+ day, 13+ hour ago (243+ words) The awards celebrate excellence and innovation across the tourism sector in southwest and western Sydney, with the awards night to be held on 16 October 2026. Western Sydney has entered a milestone year with Western Sydney International Airport to open and airline…...
Concerning: Mixed industry response to Federal Budget
4+ day, 8+ hour ago (1113+ words) One organisation claims the Federal Budget handed down by Treasurer Jim Chalmers on 12 May 2026 fails to support Australia's international tourism competitiveness, while another says it's a mixed-bag for the accommodation sector. The Australian Tourism Export Council (ATEC) has criticised the…...
The Winter issue of Spice magazine is out now!
4+ day, 8+ hour ago (238+ words) This latest issue of'Spice'includes our annual Hot 100 Hotels and Venues, as voted by Spice readers. We had an overwhelming response to our call to honour the most distinguished events properties of all sizes across Australia and New Zealand, including hotels,…...
Adelaide Fringe appoints new CEO
4+ day, 10+ hour ago (468+ words) Adelaide Fringe has appointed Canadian executive Marc Carnes as its new CEO, following an extensive search for a leader with the right mix of cultural, commercial and community-focused experience. Carnes will join the festival after more than 20 years working across…...
Meet the planner: Jacob Tamepo from Saltbox
5+ day, 5+ hour ago (445+ words) Meet Jacob Tamepo, event stylist at Sydney venue Saltbox by Cook & Waiter. " How long have you been in the events industry?" Where did you start your career?" I started out as a chef, then moved into a more visually creative…...
Operator named for $100 million Barangaroo venue
6+ day, 11+ hour ago (725+ words) ICC Sydney has been handed the keys to The Cutaway, a 5000-square-metre purpose-built events space on the shores of Sydney Harbour that will be capable of hosting up to 2000 guests. Following the official ribbon-cutting ceremony by NSW Premier Chris Minns…...
Historic Sydney pub unveils refurbishment
1+ week, 6+ hour ago (338+ words) The Lord Roberts Hotel on Stanley Street in Darlinghurst has unveiled refreshed spaces as it celebrates 125 years serving locals on the eastern fringe of the CBD. The ground-floor renovation leans into the building's heritage with its burgundy and mustard palette,…...
Five reasons event planners need to know about Flemington Greene Events
1+ week, 2+ day ago (413+ words) When it comes to creating memorable corporate events, scale alone is no longer enough. Today's planners are searching for venues that deliver atmosphere, flexibility and experiences guests will actually talk about long after the event ends. Enter Flemington Racecourse and…...
Making an impact at RACV Royal Pines Resort
1+ week, 4+ day ago (492+ words) As events professionals, we all know that scale alone doesn't define a great venue. Real impact comes from the intersection of space, capability, technology and a team that knows how to bring ambitious ideas to life. That's exactly where RACV…...