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Welcome to Business Events Geelong – your Convention Bureau to the Great Ocean Road! As part of Geelong Otway Tourism, we represent over 1,000 professional businesses in every aspect of tourism, meeting, incentive, exhibition and the travel industry.

As a bureau, we offer you FREE assistance in locating a suitable conference venue, event suppliers or activities. The region boasts a range of venues suitable for conference groups of 10 to 1,000 delegates and has an abundance of social activities to suit any delegate.

Business Events Geelong was recently announced winner of the 2009 National Meetings & Events Industry Awards in the category of Regional Destination Marketing Organisation. Furthermore, this spectacular region was inducted into the Victorian Tourism Awards Hall of Fame for Meetings and Business Tourism and nationally recognised at the Australian Tourism Awards in 2004, 2006 and 2007.

So let us assist you in planning your next conference, incentive or exhibition in one of Victoria’s leading business events destinations. We guarantee you full support towards ensuring your next event is a huge success.

Contact: Andrew Hiebl - Convention Bureau Co-ordinator
Phone: +61 3 5244 7103
Email: ahiebl@geelongcity.vic.gov.au
Web: www.BusinessEventsGeelong.com.au

Christchurch and Canterbury Convention Bureau

Christchurch has long been regarded as the premier location for conferences and conventions of all sizes. And for good reason; this sophisticated and gracious city is purpose-built for meeting success. The largest City, and international gateway to the alpine and marine playgrounds of South Island, New Zealand.

Christchurch Canterbury Convention Bureau proudly represents the regional business tourism community. We provide you with an introduction to appropriate venues and support services. We understand the needs of the not-for-profit sector in bidding and managing events, and provide comprehensive assistance.
. Preparation of Bid documents and presentations
. Sourcing venues, accommodation and professional services
. Coordination of convention site inspections
. Promotional collateral for delegate boosting
. Public Relations / event marketing assistance
. Financial Assistance: Bidding Funds / Bridging Finance / Delegate Rebate Recommendations for entertainment and recreation components
. Accompanying persons and pre/post event touring programs

Cathedral Square, PO Box 2600, Christchurch, New Zealand
Tel: +64 3 379 5977 Fax: +64 3 365 0787
Email: conventions@christchurchnz.net
Web: www.christchurchconventions.co.nz
Contact: Debbie Roxby

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Conventions and Incentives New Zealand

Conventions & Incentives New Zealand promotes New Zealand as a world-class meeting, convention, exhibition and incentive travel destination. CINZ is the first point of contact for any association and provides a comphrensive range of services including informed assistance with venue and product selection, itinerary planning, delegate boosting, site visits and bid assistance.

PO Box 298, Manly NSW 1655
Tel: 02 9976 6911 Fax: 02 9976 3122
Email: sharon@nzconventions.com.au
Web: www.conventionsnz.co.nz
Contact: Sharon Auld

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Hong Kong Tourism Board

Hong Kong is a focal point for international business and is the perfect place to hold conventions and exhibitions. From world class conference facilities to evening entertainment, Hong Kong is an excellent choice for business, rewards and relaxation. Hong Kong is a city with an ever-changing kaliedoscope of culture, festivals, nightlife and attractions offering plenty of inspiration for convention planners and business travellers.

Hong Kong House, Level 4, 80 Druitt Street, Sydney 2000
Tel: 02 8262 6810 Fax: 02 9283 3083
Email: sydwwo@hktb.com
Contact: Jane Scribner, Manager Consumer Marketing & Business Tourism

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Kedron Wavell Services Club

With its cosmopolitan atmosphere and modern elegant features. Kedron Wavell Services Club is Brisbane's premier Function, Entertainment and Leisure destination.

Whether you are planning a corporate seminar, workshop, meeting, business launch, cocktail party or dinner, Kedron Wavell Services Club has a variety of function rooms to cater from 10 to 500 guests. Our friendly professional functions team is here to assist and make your function a successful and memorable occasion. Ample free off street parking is provided.

We offer a personal tailored service to cater for every taste and budget. Functions can be fully tray service and you can choose a sumptuous selection from our large menu. Our all inclusive Conference Packages start from as little as $28 per person.

Please don't hesitate to contact Sharyn Andersen our Event Sales Executive on 0448 606 734 or email sales@kedron-wavell.com.au for futher details and assistance

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Northern Territory Convention Bureau

The Northern Territory is the perfect meeting and conference destination. From the desert landscapes of Central Australia to the pristine coastline of the Top End, the Territory is a land of unspoilt landscapes, once in a lifetime experiences and unforgettable characters. It is a fresh "new" destination that is well serviced by excellent airline connections throughout Australia and internationally.

It offers a diverse array of state-of-the-art meeting facilities, quality hotels, resorts and retreats. These are backed up by professional services, support and assistance from friendly Territorians everywhere.

An exciting array of activity and team-building options present an opportunity to learn, bond, refresh or just have fun!
The Northern Territory Convention Bureau, with offices located in Darwin, Alice Springs and Sydney is ready to offer all possible support to conference planners for destination and product information, bid and proposal support or itinerary and programme content advice.

Visit www.ntconventions.com.au for more information.

GPO Box 1155 Darwin NT 0801
Tel: +61 (0)8 8999 3812 Fax: +61 (0)8 8999 3920
Email: leanne.toogood@ntconventions.com.au
Web: www.ntconventions.com.au
Contact: Leanne Toogood, Business Development Executive

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Perth Convention Bureau

If you're thinking about bringing your event to Western Australia, the Perth Convention Bureau will provide you with all the assistance and advice you need. In many cases we can also provide financial support for your convention.
We'll tell you everything you need to know about Perth' world-class convention and meeting facilities.

We can help you with:
. Venue/accommodation assistance;
. Site inspections;
. Ideas and promotional material to increase delegate attendance;
. Convention planning;
. Touring/social programs; and
. Advice about sponsorship/funding options.

If you are bidding to bring an event to WA, we can provide:
. Professionally produced bid documents including personal letters of invitation from dignitaries;
. Promotional literature on Western Australia;
. Venue/accommodation information;
. Promotional video.

Do get in touch with us before deciding on the destination for your next event - funding may be available, and we can provide all sorts of advice on meeting in beautiful Western Australia.

Level 1, 41 Georges Terrace, Perth WA 6831
Tel: +61 (0)8 9218 2900 Fax: +61 (0)8 9218 2910
Email: alast@pcb.com.au
Web: www.pcb.com.au
Contact: Anne Last, Director of Marketing

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