Peter Savoff will fill the role following the recent promotion of previous general manager, Janet Hamilton, to lead the Cairns Convention Centre. He joins the AEG Ogden Family from the Anthony John Property Group where he managed the Emporium Hotel since opening in 2007.

Event Hospitality & Entertainment has entered into a management agreement for its newest QT Hotels & Resorts property.

South Australia, the location of the next World Routes event, has reported a record number of visors to the region, with the state’s visitor economy soaring to an all-time-high of AUD$6.9 billion.

Following an extensive two-year redevelopment, the resort also unveiled a new brand signalling the revitalised premium offering guests will experience; from relaxed dining concepts and vibrant bars to the modern rooms and suites with waterfront views.

Tourism Australia has announced that its signature event for promoting the country as a world-class incentive destination, Dreamtime, will be held in Perth for the first time.

Tourism Australia has confirmed the appointment of Sally Cope as its new regional general manager for the UK. She will oversee Australia’s fourth largest international inbound tourism market, which delivered 733,000 visitors to Australia last year.