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What’s new in Australia 

Hot off the press, we have the latest edition of , Business Events Australia’s dedicated incentive publication.  

In this edition, you will hear from Nornie Bero about Australia’s evolving food scene. A local shares their inside tips on where to go on the Gold Coast, and an international planner details experiences from their recent visit to Cairns / Gimuy and Brisbane / Meanjin.  

This edition also covers new venues and accommodation, plus the chance to explore Melbourne / Narrm in a three-day program pitch.  

Here is just a taste of what you’ll discover in Australia Next.  

Venues 

Australia is undergoing an unprecedented level of infrastructure, with a range of unique venues popping up across the country. Here are three new venues to keep on your radar.  

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1. Pialligo Estate, Canberra 

The ever-popular Pialligo Estate in Canberra has re-opened after a refurbishment under new owners. Just 10-minute drive from the city centre, the estate is set amongst picturesque vineyards and olive groves, by the Molonglo River.  

 

Photo credit: Pialligo Estate, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory

2. The Mill, Cairns / Gimuy 

Host an event at Cairns’ newest venue, The Mill. This repurposed timber mill with original features offers the perfect space for a gala event.  

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3. The International, Sydney / Warrane  

The International has it all. Located in Martin Place in the centre of the city, this new venue brings together restaurants, a wine bar and a rooftop bar to create Sydney’s newest social and dining destination. Here, the goal is delicious food, handcrafted beverages and quality wines delivered by best-in-class chefs and service. 

 

Photo credit: The International, Sydney, New South Wales 

Things that make you Instagram  

From the Great Barrier Reef to Uluru, a program in Australia is Insta-worthy. Discover some of the latest products to include in your next program worth getting your phone out for.  

 

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1.Mexicairns, Cairns / Gimuy 

Get ready for some old-school fun at Mexicairns, located in Cairns near the city’s hotels and attractions. This newly opened venue offers groups a fun event space with a vibrant atmosphere. Play social (or competitive) games at the bowling alley, on the ping pong table, the augmented dart boards or slide a puck on the custom shuffleboards. Sit at tables or lounge on cabana-style daybeds - every aspect of the decor creates an instagram-worthy moment.  

 

Photo credit: Mexicairns, Cairns, Queensland

2.The EVE Hotel Sydney, Sydney / Warrne 

Sydney’s newest 102-room boutique hotel is found nestled in a thoughtfully curated lifestyle precinct, Wunderlich Lane. Designed by local architects, designers and artisans, the precinct is woven together by laneways and lush greenery. A palette of Australian hues adorn the hotel with rich tones, while the handcrafted glazed faience and bespoke lighting give the hotel its unique features. Spacious rooms combine wooden façades and plush botanic green furnishings to create a contemporary vibe for your guests. 

 

Photo credit: The EVE Hotel Sydney, New South 

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Want more inspiration? Head to the Business Events Australia website to read , or get in touch with Eric Edmunds, Tourism Australia’s Director Business Events, North America eedmunds@tourism.australia.com  

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