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Spotlight on DoubleTree by Hilton Hobart
Quick Facts Event Spaces: A collection of flexible, light-filled meeting rooms, including one that can be divided into two smaller spaces. Capacity: Up to 90 guests cocktail-style and 88 theatre-style. Accommodation: Contemporary rooms with warm DoubleTree styling and...
Spotlight on Mövenpick Hotel Hobart
Quick Facts Event Spaces: Three flexible event rooms on a dedicated conference floor — including the divisible kannenner rooms and the intimate nganana boardroom. Capacity: Up to 150 guests for cocktail events across the Level 1 conference floor. Accommodation: 221...
Spotlight on Crowne Plaza Hobart
Quick Facts Event Spaces: Eight versatile meeting and event rooms, including the Centurion Ballroom, Pandani, Huon Boardroom, outdoor terraces and the signature Centurion Sky space.Capacity: Up to 600 delegates in the Centurion Ballroom (theatre style). Accommodation:...
Spotlight on MACq 01 Hotel
Quick Facts Hotel Style: A five-star “storytelling hotel” where every one of its 114 rooms is themed to a Tasmanian character — explorers, inventors, convicts, artists and more. Accommodation: A generous mix of luxury suites and premium waterfront rooms, all designed...
Spotlight on Henry Jones Art Hotel
Quick Facts Function Spaces: A collection of unique heritage spaces embedded within Australia’s first art hotel — from atmospheric warehouse-style rooms to intimate areas surrounded by curated Tasmanian artworks. Accommodation: 52 individually designed rooms and four...
Reflect & Refresh: The Year That Reshaped Corporate Events and What’s Coming in 2026
If 2024 was the return of events, 2025 was the year everything changed again. Event planners spent the past 12 months navigating shifting budgets, unpredictable booking patterns, and rising expectations from leadership teams who want more than a room and a run sheet....
Spotlight on Mercure Sydney
Quick Facts Function Rooms: Eight versatile event rooms including the Grand Central Ballroom, Terrace Rooms, and newly refurbished boardrooms — plus the outdoor terrace for alfresco networking or cocktail events. Capacity: From intimate meetings of 10 to conferences...
Spotlight on Regional Towns: Why Going Regional Makes Strategic Sense for Corporate Conferences
When was the last time your team left a conference feeling genuinely refreshed — not just full of canapés and bullet points? Across Australia, more corporate planners are moving away from CBD boardrooms and choosing regional destinations that deliver something hard to...
Spotlight on Darling House
Quick Facts Function Rooms: Multiple intimate event spaces including the Elise Lounge, Conservatory, Tea Room, and sunlit loft — plus private dining, outdoor gardens, and exclusive whole-house buyout options Capacity: Ideal for intimate gatherings of 10–60, with...
Why Planning Your 2026 Event Now Will Save You Time, Budget and Stress Later
If 2026 still feels far away, here’s your friendly nudge from behind the scenes: now is the time to start planning. We’ve seen it too many times — last-minute event briefs that could have been brilliant if only there were more time. The best venues booked out. Prices...
Spotlight on The Mondrian Gold Coast
Quick Facts Function Rooms: 20+ indoor/outdoor spaces across four floors — including a luxury ballroom, private cabanas, beachside terraces, and rooftop dining Capacity: Up to 650 cocktail across flexible configurations Point of Difference: An iconic new coastal...
Spotlight on Pullman Sydney Olympic Park
Quick Facts Function Rooms: Flexible conference and meeting spaces with natural light Capacity: Up to 220 delegates across multiple rooms Point of Difference: Premium overnight meeting packages combining luxury accommodation and high-performance conferencing — just 20...
Spotlight on The Novotel Sydney Olympic Park
Quick Facts Function Rooms: Freshwater Ballroom + flexible breakouts Capacity: Up to 550 delegates Point of Difference: Award-winning service in a parkland precinct, just 20 minutes from Sydney CBD and Airport Where Convenience Meets Capacity in the Heart of Sydney...
How to Choose the Perfect Destination for Your Next Event: Smart Tips from Venue Experts
When it comes to planning standout events, choosing the right destination isn’t just a box to tick. It’s a strategic decision that shapes the entire experience. Whether you’re organising a high-energy incentive trip, a focused leadership retreat, or a large-scale...
Spotlight on The Mondrian Gold Coast
Quick Facts Function Rooms: 20+ indoor/outdoor spaces across four floors — including a luxury ballroom, private cabanas, beachside terraces, and rooftop dining Capacity: Up to 650 cocktail across flexible configurations Point of Difference: An iconic new coastal...
The Secret to Hosting Next-Level Events at Hotels You’ve Used Before
If you’ve used the same hotel venue more than once, it’s easy to assume your next event will feel a little… familiar. But with the right planning, even a well-used space can become the backdrop for something entirely fresh and impressive. You don’t need a new address...
Spotlight on Crystalbrook Cairns Collection
Quick Facts Function Rooms: 8+ event spaces across Bailey, Riley, and Flynn hotels — including rooftop venues, poolside terraces, and private dining rooms Capacity: Up to 400 guests, with flexible indoor and outdoor options Point of Difference: Three premium hotels in...
Not Just Another Ballroom: What Really Makes a Venue Unique in 2025
Everyone that is asked to plan an event knows the struggle: the brief is vague ("make it memorable"), the timeline is tight, and expectations are sky-high. These days, everyone wants a “unique venue,” but what does that actually mean? So, what does “unique” actually...
Spotlight on Novotel Perth Langley
Quick Facts Function Rooms: 6 versatile event spaces, including the pillarless Riverside Ballroom and executive-level boardrooms Capacity: Accommodates groups from 10 to 600 attendees Point of Difference: Dedicated conference floor with flexible setups, expert AV...
Spotlight on Pan Pacific Perth
Quick Facts Function Rooms: 15 newly refurbished spaces with flexible configurationsCapacity: Up to 710 guests across 2,500 sqm of venue spacePoint of Difference: Perth’s largest CBD convention floor with cutting-edge LED screens, elegant styling, and end-to-end event...
Spotlight on Ovolo Woolloomooloo
Quick Facts Function Rooms: 5 versatile spaces, including heritage-inspired private dining and event rooms Capacity: Up to 400 guests cocktail-style Point of Difference: A waterfront venue with quirky design, boutique vibes, and heritage charm—ideal for conferences,...
Why Now Is the Best Time to Plan Your Office Christmas Party (Yes, Already)
Booked-out venues. Inflated prices. Hangry guests heading home early. If you’ve ever been responsible for planning a work Christmas party, you know the pressure. And while December still feels far away, smart organisers are already locking in their venues. Why?...
A Five-Star Famil at The Star Brisbane
Earlier this month, The Conference Shop had the pleasure of hosting a famil at one of Australia’s most exciting new event destinations: The Star Brisbane, part of the spectacular $3.6 billion Queen’s Wharf precinct. Known for its versatility, premium spaces,...
Spotlight on QT Perth
Quick Facts Function Rooms: 5 versatile spaces + Rooftop at QT Capacity: Up to 200 guests cocktail-style Point of Difference: A designer hotel with bold interiors, cutting-edge AV, natural light-filled rooms, and creative catering — all in the heart of Perth. A Venue...
