Echuca Moama Launches New Events Planner

Echuca Moama has recently unveiled their newly updated Events Planner,  a comprehensive 32-page guide designed to assist business event planners in creating a unique and unforgettable event experiences in their region. Whether planning a conference, corporate retreat, the guide provides practical tools, inspiration, and local insights to make event planning seamless and stress-free. Showcasing the […]

Meet the Finalists for the 2025 Victorian Tourism Awards

A hearty congratulations to our incredible members who have been announced as finalists for the 2025 Victorian Tourism Awards. These finalists have been recognised for their outstanding contributions to Victoria’s tourism industry, and we are thrilled to celebrate their achievements: Ballarat Visitor Information Centre BIG4 Ingenia Holidays Queenscliff Beacon Campaspe Shire Council City of Greater […]

Novotel Geelong Launches $75M Expansion to Become Region’s Largest Hotel

Construction is now underway on an 11-storey tower adjacent to the current Novotel Geelong hotel, making the largest hotel development in the city’s history. The $75 million investment, lef by EDI Group in partnership with Novotel/Accor Pacific, will create 134 additional guest rooms, including 15 apartment style suites, bringing the hotel’s total room count to […]

A taste of the Mornington Peninsula in the Heart of Melbourne

The final Regional Victoria Dinner Soiree for 2025 brought a touch of coastal elegance to the city, as industry professionals gather at Sofitel Melbourne on Collins on Wednesday, 15 October for an evening dedicated to Mornington Peninsula. Presented in collaboration with Business Events Mornington Peninsula, the exclusive event connected Melbourne-based event planners with some of […]

Bayside Geelong Hotel & Apartments is Now Open!

We’re thrilled to announce that Bayside Geelong Hotel & Apartments has officially opened on 8 October 2025! Following a successful soft launch early this month, the hotel is ready to welcome guests to a beautiful, contemporary space that’s calming, connected to place and culture, and thoughtfully designed for both relaxation and business. As the newest […]

Jackalope Hotel – Awarded Two-Keys by MICHELIN

Jackalope Hotel has been awarded Two Keys in the 2025 MICHELIN Keys Global Reveal, making it the only property in Victoria to receive this highly prestigious distinction for the “An exceptional stay” category. Similar to Michelin stars, hotels can receive a rating of one to three keys. One key signifies “A very special stay” two […]

The Block Shines a Spotlight on Daylesford

Daylesford is taking centre stage this season on Channel 9’s popular reality tv series, The Block. The show has put a national spotlight on Daylesford’s breathtaking landscapes, spectacular nature, world-class food and wine experiences, a vibrant artistic community and renowned wellness offerings are just some of what make Daylesford, the Macedon Ranges and surrounds in […]