10th February 2012
business events news
business events news 10th February 2012
Where’s the food?
editor: Jill Varley info@businesseventsnews.com.au www.businesseventsnews.com.au 1300 799 220
Weaver, Geldof & Suzuki in Mel
IN a world first, a major Melbourne business event I MUST say we “Corporations, People & are privileged The Planet” will be to attend addressed by many actress and environmentalist splendid Sigourney Weaver (right). industry functions and events, Organised by Max at venues that seamlessly Markson, Weaver will be showcase their facilities and joined by the expertise. internationally acclaimed But not all. humanitarian Sir Bob One in question I attended Geldof and Professor recently clearly doesn’t David Suzuki who will understand this very demanding speak on 26 April at the industry. Melbourne Convention Sure there was plenty of free Centre, from 8.30am. flowing alcohol at this 6pm Attendees will also hear Image provided by collider.com event but where was the food? from international My advice is if you want to trade show in the Plenary foyer, Professor Hunter Lovins about impress your guests make sure featuring companies and how to maximise opportunities, you have plenty of food. organisations leading in corporate as well as highlighting the Getting drunk by 7pm is not a citizenship and sustainability. dangers, when moving forward in good look! Jill Two further days on 27 & 28 business. April, to be held at Story Hall, This ground breaking events RMIT University, and associated Olympic internet high profile speakers will discuss venues will feature an in-depth ACCOR’s three Sydney Olympic the future of business on Planet analysis of future sustainability Park hotels - the Pullman, Novotel Earth, will provide answers, with numerous workshops and and Ibis - have upgraded their solutions and strategies for presentations given by the United internet to 100Mbps Fibre individuals and companies to Nations Global Compact Cities Connection to provide fast cabled properly plan and prepare for the Program as well as Prof. David and wireless connectivity in future. Suzuki and other world leaders in conference and function rooms. The event will also present a sustainability. Ticket packages for businesses and individuals range from $255pp to a Platinum Table of 10 for $9,950. The organisers say that all tickets and related costs are tax deductible for companies and businesses - more information on This is a fantastic opportunity to join one of The Leading Hotels events@marksonsparks.com.
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Surf’s up in Sydney THE eyes of the surfing and skateboarding world will be firmly on Manly Beach next week, with the inaugural Australian Open of Surfing kicking off tomorrow. The Novotel Manly Pacific is making the most of the event, creating a “Pop Up” Bar in partnership with Surfing World Magazine and Coastal Watch. The surfing competition also includes a massive skate bowl, and will take place 11-19 February.
BEN Bitton winner CONGRATULATIONS to Michael Eggers, gm of Mercure Resort Gerringong by the Sea, who is the lucky winner of an autographed David Bitton cookbook. Michael was the first of many BEN readers to answer the question in Wednesday’s issue, telling us that Bitton started his Australian operations in 2000. Keep reading Business Events News for more chances to win, including our Medina competition which closes today (see page 3).
New Spicer’s spas SPICERS Retreats Hotels & Lodges has launched two new day-spas at Spicers Peak Lodge and Spicers Tamarind Retreat. The group said the additions would transform conferences and meetings from “staid boardroom affairs to enticing getaways”.
Starwood Luxury debuts in Australia STARWOOD Hotels and Resorts Worldwide is putting Australia on the upmarket events map, with the announcement yesterday of its first Luxury Collection properties in Australia. The Lilianfels and Echoes resorts in the NSW Blue Mountains west of Sydney will join the Sheraton fold effective next Monday, with Starwood Sean Hunt saying the signing celebrated the properties’ “distinctive character, indigenous charm and unparalleled service that allow guests to experience the scenic Blue Mountains in a unique way”. Formerly operated by Orient Express Hotels, Lilianfels boasts meetings and events space for up to 100 guests, along with 85 rooms and a wide array of fine dining options. For some quality down time there’s also a Spa and Health Club as well as breathtaking vistas, with a team of experienced event managers eager to assist with any requirement.
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