Discovering the Mornington Peninsula on Famil
Following the Associations Forum National Conference at Nyaal Banyul Geelong on 28–29 July, Business Events Victoria welcomed a group of association event planners on a two-day familiarisation to the Mornington Peninsula from 30–31 July. The journey began with a pre-famil stay at Crowne Plaza Geelong before guests travelled from Queenscliff to Sorrento aboard Searoad Ferries, […]
Regional Victoria Takes Centre Stage at Associations Forum National Conference 2026
On 28–29 July, Business Events Victoria exhibited at the Associations Forum National Conference 2026, held at the newly opened Nyaal Banyul Geelong Convention and Event Centre. Joining BEV at the regional Victoria stand were partners from across the state, including Business Events Mornington Peninsula, Business Events Ballarat, City of Greater Bendigo, Greater Shepparton City Council, […]
Beyond the Boardroom: Creating Memorable Delegate Experiences in Regional Victoria
The most successful business events don’t end when the presentations finish. Today’s delegates are looking for authentic experiences that foster connection, spark creativity and leave a lasting impression. That’s where regional Victoria shines. Beyond exceptional conference facilities, the state’s diverse destinations offer opportunities to immerse delegates in local culture, outstanding food and wine, breathtaking landscapes […]
Winter in regional Victoria: The Opportunity Smart Planners are Embracing
Better Value, deeper connection, and more memorable outcomes across Regional Victoria. Winter in Victoria doesn’t slow business events down — it changes how they feel. For planners looking to create more meaningful, memorable, and productive experiences, the colder months open up opportunities that simply don’t exist in peak seasons. Across regional Victoria, winter brings a […]
Regional Victoria at First Sight: Celebrating the 2026 Regional Victoria Showcase
Business Events Victoria’s 2026 Regional Victoria Showcase brought the state’s regional business events industry together for an evening of meaningful connections, new opportunities and unforgettable regional experiences. Held on Monday 25 May 2026 at Evoqe Events in Melbourne, this year’s Showcase marked two significant milestones — 30 years of Business Events Victoria and the 10th […]
Geelong & The Bellarine: New Possibilities for Your Next Event
Crowne Plaza Geelong has officially celebrated its launch, marking a key milestone for the waterfront hotel following its opening on 23 January 2026. The BEV team attended the official launch event held on 16 April 2026, joining other invited guests to celebrate a milestone moment for Geelong’s business events offering and a valuable addition to […]
How to Choose the Right Destination for Your Next Event
Choosing the right destination can make or break your event. From delegate experience to budget and logistics, the location plays a crucial role in delivering a successful conference, meeting, or incentive. So how do you choose the right destination? Here are five key things to consider when planning your next business event. 1. Accessibility & […]
Celebrating the Launch of Crowne Plaza Geelong & Exploring the Region
Crowne Plaza Geelong has officially celebrated its launch, marking a key milestone for the waterfront hotel following its opening on 23 January 2026. The BEV team attended the official launch event held on 16 April 2026, joining other invited guests to celebrate a milestone moment for Geelong’s business events offering and a valuable addition to […]
Supporting Regional Industry to Grow Business Events in Ballarat
On 24 March, Business Events Victoria delivered the final session of the “Position for Growth with the MICE Market” workshop, in collaboration with Tourism Midwest Victoria and Melbourne Convention Bureau (MCB) for regional industry. What stood out most was the mix in the room — from operators already active in business events, to those just […]
Exploring Gippsland: A Familiarisation Trip Full of Flavour, Culture & Venues
Our Gippsland familiarisation tour recently gave us a front-row seat to the best of regional Victoria’s business event offerings — and what a showcase it was! Day 1: Gippsland welcomed us with sunshine, charm, and a touch of magic. Just 90-minutes from Melbourne, with our journey beginning at Lardner Park. From there, through to Warragul and Traralgon, we explored a variety of […]
