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Watsons Bay Hotel to open transformed event space this October

Hotel Management

Watsons Bay Hotel in Sydneys east has announced a $3 million renovation to its top and mid deck events spaces. Underway now, and launching in October 2025, the new look, by design studio Etic Design, is set to redefine waterfront events and social get togethers in Sydney.

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Don’t miss New Zealand’s top hotel event of the year

Hotel Management

The countdown is on to the Aotearoa Hotel Industry Conference and Exhibition (AHICE), which returns for its fourth annual event next week. From Monday through to Wednesday evening, there will be numerous daytime and evening networking events to connect with industry peers. L-R Tony Ryan (Trilogy Hotels), Luke Moran (LA Co.)

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Sofitel boosts event technology at Darling Harbour hotel

Hotel Management

Sofitel Sydney Darling Harbour is investing in its conference and events offering with the installation of a state-of-the-art LED wall in its flagship Magnifique Ballroom. A partnership with Audio Visual Dynamics, the LED screen is intended to deliver an elevated visual experience for conferences, gala events, and product launches.

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Mandala acquires Brisbane retreat, appoints General Manager to lead transformation

Hotel Management

Following the transformation, the property is expected to be a leading destination for weddings, leisure, and tourism, featuring elevated suites, purpose-built reception venues, corporate event facilities, a resort-style pool, and a signature restaurant and bar with views of the Moreton Bay hinterland.

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InterContinental Brisbane opens with new lobby bar and club lounge

Hotel Management

InterContinental Brisbane Club InterContinental “We are incredibly proud to now have a footprint in one of Australia’s most dynamic and fast-growing cities and are excited to welcome our first guests through our doors today,” said InterContinental Brisbane General Manager, Shaun Parsons. “To

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Event Temple launches AI Sales Suite

Hotel Business

Event Temple , a sales platform for hotels, has introduced AI Sales Suite. A key element of this launch is a strategic partnership between Event Temple and Cvent. Over the next year, the collaboration will introduce three integrations: Cvent Supplier Network, Cvent Event Diagramming and Smart Custom Proposals.

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International flights set to boost hotel occupancy in 2026, CBRE reports

Hotel Management

Meanwhile, the gateway markets of Sydney and Melbourne, underpinned by strong corporate and leisure-based demand and major event schedules, are expected to sustain elevated levels of international arrivals and translate this into continued performance growth,” said Craig.