Cape Hillsborough, Queensland © Tourism Australia
5 reasons to hold your next event in Australia
Have you heard the news? As of the 21 February 2022, Australia is excited to welcome back fully vaccinated business events delegates. To celebrate, we have compiled five reasons why you should hold your next event in Australia.
From wide and open spaces and unique experiences to an expert industry, well-versed in delivering COVID-safe events, Australia is hard to beat when it comes to a destination for your next business event.
1. Within easy reach
Sydney Harbour, New South Wales © Daniel Tran
Australia is within easy reach, providing groups with the opportunity to explore one of the world’s most desirable destinations. With more than 40 carriers servicing the route, and with an increased flight capacity to Australia from March onwards, your delegates will have plenty of flight options to choose from. Contact our team for more information.
2. COVID-safe events that exceed expectations
Indigenous performance at Ozwater’21, Adelaide Convention Centre, Adelaide, South Australia © Simon Casson
From large scale conferences of more than 2,500 people in Adelaide, to more intimate gatherings to reward and recognise teams in the Blue Mountains, Australia's business events industry has been successfully delivering face-to-face events throughout the global COVID-19 pandemic without compromising on quality event delivery. The key to their success? Rigorous planning and good communication to ensure the event runs smoothly. Discover case studies of recent events in Australia.
3. Wide open spaces for you to explore
Lake House, Daylesford, Victoria © Lisa Cohen
Australia's diverse landscape provides business events planners with a wealth of options when it comes to hosting events. Whether you are looking to do a buyout of Hayman Island in the Great Barrier Reef, take over a luxury lodge in Daylesford just outside of Melbourne, or even acquire the sole use of a luxury ship to explore South Australia’s beautiful coastline, Australia's wide-open spaces provides the perfect backdrop for your next business event.
4. Unique experiences that tick all the boxes
Great Barrier Reef with Dreamtime Dive and Snorkel, Queensland © Tourism and Events Queensland
Where else in the world can you explore the world’s largest coral reef, learn about one of the oldest cultures in the world, get up close to a koala, kangaroo or even have a selfie with a quokka? Australia’s unique experiences are varied and due to the country’s temperate climate, many are outdoors and amongst nature.
5. A wealth of new product to excite and inspire
Crown Sydney, New South Wales © Crown Sydney
Australia has welcomed a range of new business events product ready for you to tap into. From new accommodation in the heart of our cities, such as the six-star Crown Sydney, to the newly renovated Silky Oaks Lodge, a luxury retreat located in the Daintree Rainforest, you will be spoilt for choice when it comes to finding a base for your groups to stay in. Beyond accommodation, you will discover a plethora of new venues including restaurants with spectacular views, a dedicated event space with panoramic views of the Gold Coast, and a brand-new events and conference venue in the heart of Melbourne. No matter what you are looking to achieve with your next event, Australia has a new product ready for you to incorporate into your program.
All the tools you need to start planning today
Hayman Islands, Queensland © Tourism Australia
Business Events Australia has a range of resources available to assist you in planning your next event in Australia, including a dedicated COVID-19 page that covers the latest meetings and event guidelines across Australia; and the Business Events Australia toolkit which provides you with access to ready-to-use Australian marketing assets free of charge. Contact our team today for a personal introduction to Australia’s business events industry and discover why there’s nothing like Australia for business events.
