
Visitor numbers and spend continue to rise in New Zealand, but business events remain subdued
International visitor spending rose to NZ$12.1 billion for the year to June 2025, with 3.38 million travellers visiting

International visitor spending rose to NZ$12.1 billion for the year to June 2025, with 3.38 million travellers visiting

Bite-sized news from across the business events landscape in Australia and New Zealand.

After becoming a publicly traded company once again, Virgin Australia has reported a $479 million after-tax profit.

As Brisbane gears up to raise its global profile as host of the 2032 Olympics, a familiar face

Cairns Convention Centre will host delegates from more than 40 countries for the International Conference on Mycorrhiza in

Engine maintenance issues continue to challenge Air New Zealand as it announces an after-tax profit of NZ$126 million

Business events are riding on Asia’s post-pandemic tourism boom. Many Marriott International and Accor luxury and upscale hotels

The Hotel Monitor from American Express Global Business Travel (Amex GBT) forecasts “relatively stable” hotel rates next year.

Australia’s national carrier will extend its seasonal service between Australia’s west coast and the Italian city by eight

Destination NSW has appointed Brett Sheehy AO to lead its flagship winter festival, Vivid Sydney.

Perth will host the defence conference and exhibition for the first time in 2026 with support from the

Despite its oversupply of hotel rooms and lower room rates, Melbourne continues to add new rooms.