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AIME 2018 media updateTo access our online media kit for full media releases and images: visitsunshinecoast.com/business-events/AIME-2018
Business event planners can now access support funding for eligible events through the Business Events Assistance Program.
Facilitated by Business Events Sunshine Coast (BESC) in partnership with the Sunshine Coast Council, the program offers funding support to attract conferences, meetings and exhibitions which raise the profile of the region as a destination for business events.
Preference will be given for events that target or are aligned with the Regional Economic Development Strategy and associated seven high value industries:
Conference support funding now available through the Sunshine Coast Business Events Assistance Program
• Aviation & Aerospace • Clean Technologies
• Health & Wellbeing • Education & Research
• Tourism • Sport & Leisure
• Food & Agribusiness • Knowledge Industries
• Professional Services
To be eligible for support, business events must meet the following criteria as a minimum.
1. Events that target a minimum of 200 delegates and conference for a minimum of two days.
2. Events that attract a minimum of 75% of delegates from outside of the Sunshine Coast region.
3. Events must occur completely within the Sunshine Coast Council area.
Applications for events held up to 2021 close on 1 March 2018 and can be submitted via the Business Events Sunshine Coast website.
For full media release go to:visitsunshinecoast.com/business-events/AIME-2018
BESC has launched the Sunshine Coast signature experiences guide to showcase the enviable selection of destination specific group activities created especially for conference and incentive groups. The image rich guide comes complete with sample three and four night itineraries, so planners can see exactly what inspirational incentive programs they can offer their delegates.
Including two nights accommodation at Sofitel Noosa Pacific Resort including breakfast, exclusive Noosa Fresh Air Experience with Beyond Experiences, dinner at Noosa Beach House by Peter Kuruvita and cooking class at The Cooking School Noosa plus rental car hire.
Business Events Sunshine Coast exhibiting at AIME 2018 – Stand no: 1532BESC will showcase Sunshine Coast incentive experiences, the new Business Events Assistance Program and ‘out of the box’ offsite events.
AIME showcase will include:
• how to apply for funding support via the Business Events Assistance Program;
• options ideal for association events;
• unique offsite venues which showcase the Sunshine Coast’s natural ampitheatre and
• ‘Only on the Sunshine Coast’ incentive experiences.
Business Events Sunshine Coast will be joined by the following industry partners
• Novotel Twin Waters Resort;
• Sofitel Noosa Pacific Resort;
• The Events Centre, Caloundra and
• Destination management experts, Beyond Experiences.
Business Events Sunshine Coast signature experiences guide
Signature Experiences Guide
Visit stand 1532 at AIME 2018 to collect a copy.
AIME stand prizeSunshine Coast experience prize package
New productNew Sunshine Coast incentive itinerariesThe best of the region’s group incentive activities have been compiled into showcase itineraries and feature in the Sunshine Coast signature experiences guide and on businesseventssunshinecoast.com. Sample itineraries include the three night ‘A taste of sunshine’ program highlighting the region’s exceptional food experiences and the four night ‘Live the Sunshine Coast dream’ for the ultimate money-can’t-buy reward.Click here to read more
Experientia Sunshine Coast launches innovative range of group activitiesAdventure travel and fitness operator, Experientia, has launched a range of experiences which put the spotlight on the Sunshine Coast’s extraordinary landscape. Their signature ‘6 Mountains in 1 Day’ and ‘H30 - 3 Waterfalls 1 Day’ tours capture the richness of the Sunshine Coast’s spectacular Hinterland from the Glass House Mountains in the south to Cooroora in the north.
experientiasunshinecoast.com.au
Events for up to 500 guests now available at the historic Imperial Hotel EumundiThe iconic Imperial Hotel Eumundi has been wowing guests since its impressive renovation combined with the opening of the Eumundi Brewery last year. The team behind this majestic Queenslander hotel are now partnering with top conference organisers across South East Queensland to serve up a range of special events for up to 500 guests, tapping into (pardon the pun!) the on-site craft brewery expertise as well as the creative community for which the region is renowned.
imperialhoteleumundi.com.au
New private dining at Spirit House Restaurant Yandina favourite, Spirit House Restaurant and Cooking School has built a new stand alone bar and private dining room with its own dedicated kitchen, private chef and waiter. For those looking for a truly luxe experience, the dining room seats up to 24 people and is entirely separate to the main restaurant. It overlooks the Bali Courtyard which provides a stunning backdrop and break-out area for guests.
spirithouse.com.au
Caloundra Jet Ski, Big Kart Track and Rumba Beach Resort present AdventureX Three Caloundra-based tourism operators have collaborated to create AdventureX, a five-star, exhilarating team building adventure which combines jet skis, high powered go-karts, exquisite scenery, ancient volcanoes, a waterfront seafood extravaganza and ‘apres-ski’ celebration at an exclusive resort. This unique group activity takes advantage of one of the Sunshine Coast’s most beautiful backdrops, the Pumicestone Passage and the Glass House Mountains, located right on Caloundra’s doorstep.
caloundrajetski.com
New waterfront dining and event space at Pier 33 MooloolabaSunshine Coast icon, the Yacht Club Mooloolaba, has been transformed by the team behind Rick Shores on the Gold Coast. Situated absolute waterfront and just minutes from Mooloolaba Esplanade, the stunning nautical-meets-the-Hamptons renovation takes advantage of the marina location and features two levels of dining and event spaces including outdoor lawn area, intimate private dining and large upstairs function room and open-air deck.
pier33.com.au
Bespoke pop-up hotel with TentzChoose your perfect Sunshine Coast location and Tentz will set up a unique, adventurous yet luxurious pop-up style glamping ‘hotel’, catering for up to 80 people twin share. Utilising fully equipped and furnished 5x5m canvas bell tents along with a large sailcloth marquee tent, Tentz can provide flooring, dance floors, lighting, fire pits, heating, fans, furniture and styling décor.
tentz.com.au
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AIME 2018media update
Fraser Island discovery Join a local ranger on a guided discovery of the world’s largest sand island. Expect pristine wilderness, off-road four wheel driving, abundant wildlife, wide sweeping beach vistas and maybe a whale sighting!
Naturally refreshing Lake McKenzie Explore the jewel in the Fraser Island crown, the crystal clear Lake McKenzie. Surrounded by pure white silica sand, this perched lake is perfect for a refreshing afternoon swim.
Flames of Fraser Enjoy a glowing over-water sunset from the Jetty Hut bar with a cool drink in hand before being guided to a private candlelit clearing for the Flames of Fraser dining experience, complete with roaring campfires and storyteller.
Wonders of Fraser picnic lunch Choose from a selection of secluded natural locations for a delectable picnic lunch.
Overnight Kingfisher Bay Resort, Fraser Island.
Edible garden experience at Kingfisher Bay Resort Be prepared for a dining experience like never before. The talented chefs of Fraser Island’s Kingfisher Bay Resort will build an edible garden on the table before your eyes. A garden which not only contains numerous local and indigenous ingredients but also tells the story of the island and its people.
Overnight Kingfisher Bay Resort, Fraser Island.
4 NIGHT INCENTIVE ITINERARY
Live the Sunshine Coast dream
Noosa Hinterland paddock to plate trail Journey west into Noosa’s picturesque hinterland, a region renowned for its abundance of fresh, local and delectable produce. Visit farm gates to unearth local food and interact first hand with the farmers. Hosted by a renowned Sunshine Coast foodie, the trail delivers a genuine and authentic farm experience.
Sublime Beach welcome dinner You will not find Sublime Beach on any map. It’s not a location - it’s a ticket to a one of a kind dining experience. Drink in cocktails and the sunset as you feast on prime Queensland produce in a natural amphitheatre with the sand between your toes, twinkling lights overhead and the soothing sound of waves breaking on the beach.
Overnight Noosa.
Great Beach Lunch A surprise location, nestled off this stunning coastline, will provide the stunning outdoor venue for lunch. Fresh seafood platters, a typical Aussie barbecue or white table cloths and silver service, the choice is yours.
Up and away Take time to explore the coloured sands and striking Carlo Sand Blow at Rainbow Beach before being whisked by helicopter to World Heritage- listed Fraser Island. Land directly at eco-friendly Kingfisher Bay Resort, the perfect base for exploring this pristine island.
Long lunch in the macadamia groves A spectacular long table lunch is served amongst the groves of a private macadamia estate. Prepared by a local chef passionate about creativity and real local food, the hero will of course be the delicious macadamia nut. Wine tastings will also be included to complete this unique Sunshine Coast food and wine experience.
Noosa chill - spa, explore, café life Explore Hastings Street, Noosa National Park and riverside Noosaville with a local guide for those only-a-local-would know recommendations. Or choose to relax in one of Noosa’s indulgent spas.
Day 1 Day 3
Hastings Street on a plate Soak up the relaxing vibes of Noosa’s Hastings Street at one of the many world-class restaurants and bars. Guests will be spoiled for choice with myriad cuisines and dining styles within walking distance from many of Noosa’s hotels.
Overnight Noosa.
Sunshine Coast by private plane Take off directly from the sand by private plane to experience one of the most amazing scenic journeys in the world. Witness from the air white sandy beaches, the iconic coloured sands, crystal blue pristine waters abundant with sea life and majestic Mount Coolum before landing at Sunshine Coast Airport.
A taste of Sunshine Coast history Travel by Kombi convoy to an historic rural homestead, nestled between the coast and the hinterland. The venue is true Australian country at its best and is renowned for farm-fresh, produce driven menus.
Cruise, cocktails and canapes Cruise the Noosa River at sunset on a stylish river boat, with on-board entertainment, cocktails and canapés. The perfect way to relax before dinner.
Day 4
BBQ beach feast As morning moves into lunch, refreshing mocktails will be served along with a beachside feast, showcasing fresh local seafood and produce.
Sunshine Coast tipi surf village World famous for its beach and surf culture, indulge in your own exclusive beach surf village, stylishly designed with Noosa-chic coastal furnishing under a giant tipi. A variety of beach activities will be available for guests to enjoy including surfing, stand up paddle boarding lessons and jet boating, complemented by a chill-out zone with massage stations.
Day 5
The best of the Great Beach Drive Today is a ‘road trip’ like no other along the Great Beach Drive in a convoy of four wheel drive vehicles. En route, kayak with the dolphins at Double Island Point or take a relaxing horse ride along pristine Rainbow Beach, one of the region’s best kept secrets.
Day 2
Sublime Beach dinner by Queensland Signature Events Lake McKenzie, Fraser Island
businesseventssunshinecoast.com
3 NIGHT INCENTIVE ITINERARY
A taste of sunshine
Swim with humpback whales Between the months of July and October, the waters off Mooloolaba present a rare but special opportunity to swim with humpback whales. Expert dive and whale watching operator Sunreef Mooloolaba, offers this once in a lifetime experience enabling guests to get up close to these gentle giants.
Beach BBQ Enjoy lunch like a local at a beachside park. Play some cricket or throw the frisbee in the sun, while the prawns, snags and hamburgers sizzle away.
Day 4Long table farm lunch Feast on a specially designed menu showcasing local produce served at a long table ‘farm to fork’ lunch, set in the picturesque grounds of a working organic farm.
Resort R n’ R Make the most of your enviable resort location: relax at the spa, enjoy a book, make use of the recreational facilities or enjoy some retail therapy.
Advance Australia Fare dinner Choose from a sumptuous degustation at an historic rural homestead, showcasing true Australian country at its best, or all the fun of the fair at Aussie World, the Sunshine Coast’s only theme park where you can enjoy the park exclusively for an evening of great food, thrills and spills.
Salute the sun with nature Early risers will be rewarded with a sunrise yoga session on the beach. Relax afterwards with a refreshing cold-pressed juice or smoothie before a leisurely stroll to breakfast.
Free Ranging Chef bush food discovery Discover the secrets of native Australian bush foods with a local chef and bush food culinary expert. Be introduced to the intriguing world of bush tucker whilst exploring the renowned Eumundi Markets and some of the lesser known rural areas of the Sunshine Coast. During an interactive cooking demonstration, learn how to incorporate local ingredients into mouth-watering dishes.
Day 3Beachside twilight market dinner Experience delicious local produce, cooked to order at food trucks and stalls garnered from some of the Sunshine Coast’s renowned markets at this exclusive market-style dinner. Soak in the sights, smells, sounds and tastes of a beachside night market for a warm and colourful ‘Sunny Coast’ welcome.
Aussie Surf Culture experience For teambuilding with a twist, be immersed in iconic Aussie surf lifesaving culture with a behind the scenes experience at a local surf lifesaving club. Meet the volunteers, learn the history of Australia’s surf lifesaving legacy and participate in a range of beachfront team activities. Perhaps even be part of an exhilarating mock rescue!
Day 2Spirit House Restaurant & Cooking School Experience destination dining at its best at local Yandina icon, the Spirit House Restaurant & Cooking School. Start with an exclusive cooking demonstration entrée by one of their head chefs, followed by an extravagant banquet inspired by the vibrant flavours of South East Asia, all set in magical, candlelit tropical gardens.
Sunshine seafood spectacular No trip to a Sunshine Coast beach is complete without sampling the beautiful local seafood caught right from the coastal waters. Enjoy a beachside feast of Mooloolaba prawns, spanner crabs or reef fish, washed down with a local craft beer.
Life on the river Explore one of the Sunshine Coast’s hidden water ways - the Pumicestone Passage, Maroochy or Mooloolah River. Choose from a leisurely kayak, stand-up paddle board (SUP), jetski or cruise along one of the region’s tranquil rivers.
Overnight Caloundra, Mooloolaba or Twin Waters.
Overnight Caloundra, Mooloolaba or Twin Waters.
Take a walk on the wild side at Australia Zoo Experience an exclusive behind the scenes VIP tour of the Sunshine Coast’s premier attraction. Get up close and personal with native Australian wildlife, meet the animal handlers, hear the Wildlife Warriors conservation story and enjoy the best seats in the house at the famous Crocoseum show.
Day 1
Hinterland winemaker’s lunch Travel along the Blackall Range to the beautiful Sunshine Coast Hinterland to discover the charming mountain villages of Maleny and Montville with sweeping views to the coast. Enjoy a winemaker’s lunch, amongst the vines whilst sampling the best of local produce and Queensland’s wine.
Camels & Canapés For a true farm gate experience with a twist, take the opportunity to meet the resident camels of a local camel dairy. You will also meet the producer to hear their fascinating story, sample a delicious selection of canapés made from fresh camel milk and enjoy a glass of champagne watching the sunset over the stunning Glass House Mountains.
Kayaking on the Pumicestone Passage Long table farm lunch by Beyond Experiences. Credit: Chevaune Hindley
Overnight Caloundra, Mooloolaba or Twin Waters.
The Dock MooloolabaThe Dock Mooloolaba is the latest restaurant to open as part of The Wharf Mooloolaba’s reviatlisation. Specialising in smoked meat, char-grill with 52 beer taps across three different bars, the venue offers 500sqm of flexible event space, catering for up to 300 people, located right on the waterfront.
thedockmooloolaba.com
Sofitel Noosa Pacific Resort introduces the Sunshine Coast’s first ever cabana experienceThe Cabanas Noosa has arrived at Sofitel Noosa Pacific Resort defining a new ‘cabana culture’ for the Sunshine Coast. Inspired by the South of France, The Cabanas Noosa overlook Hastings Street and provides an unparalleled social experience, with one of the largest selections of champagne on offer, private butler, live music and food designed by celebrity chef, Peter Kuruvita. Situated by the idyllic resort pool, The Cabanas Noosa offers luxury spaces that can be booked for exclusive functions and events for up to 60 guests.
sofitelnoosapacificresort.com.au
The Events Centre, Caloundra The Events Centre in Caloundra will undergo a long-term $6million redevelopment to improve the experience for patrons, visiting artists and business events.
Established in 1980, the centre is the region’s primary performance and conference venue. Some of the key improvements include new seating in the Main and Playhouse Theatres, an upgrade of air conditioning, improved disability access and a number of backstage upgrades to enhance the experience of visiting artists.
theeventscentre.com.au
Novotel Twin Waters Resort Escape the conference room and make the most of the unique selection of outdoor spaces available at the Sunshine Coast’s largest resort.
The Shore Sundowner Lounge Situated on the shore of the resort’s private lagoon, with wide sandy beach and luscious lawn area ‘The Shore Sundowner Lounge’ features a restored 1977 caravan, refurbished into a fully functional mobile bar, pizza oven and BBQ trailer serving up a contemporary menu. Styled with outdoor mats, cushions, festoon lighting and beach furniture, The Shore presents guests with the ultimate sand between your toes sensation. The venue can be exclusively hired for private functions year round.
The Field Multipurpose and adaptable 10,000 square metre outdoor venue providing additional team building options, and caters for large outdoor events, marquee builds, sporting events and lifestyle festivals.
Tipis Innovative and fresh spaces combining traditional Scandinavian design with modern technology, versatile and beautifully designed to withstand the elements and deliver a stylish outdoor venue option.
novoteltwinwatersresort.com.au
Beyond Experiences Bespoke Day experiencesFor event planners seeking a memorable day experience for their delegates, Beyond Experiences offers a range of Corporate Bespoke Day Experiences. A menu of full-day or half-day incentive activities are available including Golf with A Pro, Luxury Day Spa Experience, Noosa River Fresh Air, Great Beach Drive, Noosa Beach Surf Lounge, Taste of the Sunshine Coast Food & Wine Trail and Kombi Surf Safari, just to name a few.
beyondexperiences.com.au
Peppers Noosa Resort & Villas event space renovationHosting up to 1,000 guests cocktail style in a range of event formats, the resort’s flagship space, the Macquarie Centre, now boasts natural daylight through newly installed glass bi-fold doors along one wall, and has the flexibility to convert into three separate meeting rooms. Connecting to this is View Restaurant and Bar, which offers the perfect location for a cocktail party, pre or post-event.
peppers.com.au/noosa
AIME 2018media updateTo access our online media kit for all media releases and images
visitsunshinecoast.com/business-events/AIME-2018
Stand partner updates
Conference wins• Association of Australia Convention Bureaux Staff Conference 2018 Mantra Mooloolaba Beach August 2018
• Let’s Talk About PTSD – A Community Conversation The Events Centre August 2018
• Australian Event Awards and Symposium September 2016, 2017, 2018
• United Nations and Overseas Policing Association of Australia Conference Oaks Oasis Resort October 2019
Updates To access our online media kit for all media releases and imagesvisitsunshinecoast.com/business-events/AIME-2018
Contact details For further enquiries please contact
Liz TuckettMedia & Communications ManagerT 61 (7) 5458 8800 or 61 (0) 0417 345 050E [email protected]
Tiffany BowerManager, Business Events Sunshine CoastT 61 (7) 5458 8802 or 61 (0) 419 737 175E [email protected]
Business Events Sunshine Coast,
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Air New Zealand 2018 season
Air New Zealand will return to the Sunshine Coast once again for the winter season, operating three times weekly flights from Auckland between 9 July – 28 October 2018. View the full schedule here.
Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY) also receives regular daily flights from Sydney and Melbourne, and three times weekly services from Adelaide.
The Wharf Mooloolaba returns to its culinary glory days
Once the epicentre of Sunshine Coast dining and entertainment, Mooloolaba’s The Wharf is getting its mojo back together with the opening of new restaurants and bars in a major $10 million-dollar revival of the precinct.
Three new restaurants opened in time for the 2017-18 holiday season, with Rice Boi, a street style Asian restaurant, Saltwater, a classic fish and chippery, and The Dock joining Chances and the established See Restaurant to make The Wharf one of the hottest culinary destinations on the Sunshine Coast.
wharfmooloolaba.com.au
