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Brisbane Set to Host Global Congress on the Future of Fertility Care

18th August 2026

Brisbane has been named host city for the International Federation of Fertility Societies (IFFS) World Congress 2027, […]

The Cutaway: Sydney’s Distinctive New Stage for Global Associations

18th August 2026

Opened August 2026 and operated by ICC Sydney, The Cutaway introduces a new dimension to Sydney’s business events landscape.

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‘Team Australia’ New Business Events Equation

28th May 2026

Boardroom spoke to Tourism Australia at IMEX Frankfurt 2026 about how the destination is linking sustainability, bid support, sector expertise and new infrastructure under a “Team Australia” approach.

Perth Offers a More Connected Backdrop for Business Events

11th May 2026

Perth is refining its proposition for international meetings and conferences with a city centre that feels increasingly connected, contemporary and experience-led.

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The Canberra Many Association Leaders Haven’t Seen

4th May 2026

A city built to bring the nation together is making its case to the world.

Cairns: A Different Kind of Gateway

25th March 2026

When the CAPA Airline Leader Summit landed in Cairns in 2025, it marked more than a change of scenery. For the first time, one of the aviation industry’s most influential gatherings moved beyond a capital city, testing whether a regional destination could carry the weight of global expectations.

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Melbourne is Sixty (and Thirty!)

26th February 2026

Anniversaries tend to invite nostalgia, but in the case of Melbourne’s business events ecosystem they also offer a useful analytical lens, as Boardroom observed on the sidelines of AIME a few days ago.

Cairns Hosts Anaesthetists’ Congress with Lasting Impact

24th November 2025

For the Australian and New Zealand College of Anaesthetists (ANZCA), choosing Cairns for its 2025 Annual Scientific Meeting (ASM) and its 1,900+ delegates was a deliberate move.

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IAPCO and Business Events Australia Partner to Advance Sustainability in Global Events

24th November 2025

IAPCO and Business Events Australia have announced a new strategic partnership aimed at accelerating sustainable practices across the global meetings industry.

Nothing Like Holding An Event In Australia

12th March 2025

With its bold “There’s Nothing Like Australia for Business Events” campaign, the country is making it clear: this is a place where associations shape the future.

Cairns: The Epicentre of Tropical Health Innovation

7th February 2025

Cairns' commitment to improving health outcomes for tropical communities, both locally and internationally, is evident through the collaborative efforts of researchers and institutions dedicated to this cause.

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Equality in the Spotlight with Women Deliver Conference in Melbourne

23rd January 2025

Melbourne has secured the bid to host Women Deliver 2026, a global conference on gender equality, marking the first time it will be held in the Oceania Pacific region.

Australia’s Gold Coast Hosts a World of Ideas

8th January 2025

Taking place on the Gold Coast in June 2024, the 74th International Communication Association (ICA) Conference provided a platform for cutting-edge discourse but also highlighted the unique appeal of Australia.

Positive Future for Australia’s Business Events Industry

12th December 2024

Fresh research from Tourism Australia’s Business Events unit confirms Australia’s position as a top destination for international events, with a promising outlook for growth.

Expanding Viral Frontiers in Cairns

18th November 2024

A deep-dive into the Viruses of Microbes 2024 Conference, which took place at the Cairns Convention Centre in July 2024.

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Why Sydney’s Aerospace & Defence Expertise Makes It a Compelling Destination for Associations

8th November 2024

Sydney stands at the forefront of aerospace and defence innovation in Australia, combining leading research facilities and world-class academic institutions with strategic geographic positioning.

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