News and Blog
The latest updates, opinion pieces and expert articles from Arinex
ICC Sydney launches new menu
International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney) has brought together the latest culinary trends in its new menus, featuring an extensive range of options that cater to all delegate preferences, alongside its beloved iconic dishes.
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Arinex extends into New Zealand
Arinex has announced its expansion into New Zealand, with plans to open an office in Auckland.
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Managing events in a crisis
The devastating bushfires across Australia are a stark reminder of the imperativeness of planning for a crisis. Arinex Chief Operating Officer, Nicole Walker reflects on Arinex’ experience when it comes to crises management and how events may be best managed.
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MCEC builds as a sustainable events destination
Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC) has been working hard to increase their sustainability pledges. With wind farm development support, locally-sourced menus and a ban on plastic straws, read how the team is making a difference.
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Q&A with our Architects: Sara Halbwirth, Incentives and Special Events
Get to know Sara Halbwirth, Project Manager in our Special Events team, as she shares what she loves about planning incentive programs, her two favourite venues and tips on remaining stress-free onsite.
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Technology Tips: APIs demystified
What is an Application Program Interface (API)? How can I make it work for me? Head of Technology Shaun Daws explains – in layman’s terms – what are APIs and why you should know about them.
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Optimum event experience with Arinex-Entegy partnership
Read how Arinex is delivering new innovations in event technology, through a new partnership with software developer Entegy.
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Luna Park lights up for Vivid Sydney
One of Sydney’s most iconic venues, Luna Park, has come to life following successful Vivid Sydney. Read our Arinex’ strategic venue partner can put on a show to remember…
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10 years of being Architects of Inspiring Experiences
Arinex Founder and Chair Roslyn McLeod OAM marks our 10 year anniversary since rebranding to become Arinex, with a look back on the company’s 45-year history.
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Q&A with our Architects: Ashleigh Duggan, Project Manager
In our next Q&A, we hear from Project Manager Ashleigh Duggan, who talks about her proudest career moment and her top tips to remember while on-site.
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Arinex signs corporate partnership with Starlight
The lives of sick children across Australia will be a little brighter with Arinex becoming an official Corporate Partner of the Starlight Children’s Foundation.
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Pink events company goes Green
Banning single-use plastics, carbon offsetting conferences and implementing greener environmental standards throughout the supply chain are among the new environmental initiatives Arinex has rolled out.
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Roslyn McLeod OAM receives IMEX Academy Award
Arinex owner and founder Roslyn McLeod OAM has been presented with the Paul Flackett IMEX Academy Award in Frankfurt. The international award is for persons who have made “outstanding contributions” to the industry and follows Roslyn’s recognition by ICCA as one of the industry’s top 10 Inspirational Women.
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Q&A with our Architects: Prem Bhawnani, Technology Manager
In our first staff Q&A, we sit down with Technology Manager Prem Bhawnani to talk tips for event managers, his prediction for events in the future and which sporting teams keep him up at odd hours of the night…
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Qantas strengthens sustainability commitment
Arinex’ strategic airline partner, Qantas, has announced ambitious sustainability commitments to reduce its overall environmental impact. Read how it will help make our clients’ events even greener…
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Australia’s most exciting group destinations for 2019
Arinex’ Incentives and Special Events Manager Tania Rauhihi has travelled across Australia to round up the most exciting destinations for group programs in 2019. Have a read of her shortlist…
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Arinex success at MEA National Awards
We have been honoured to receive four awards at the Meetings & Events Industry (MEA) National Awards in Brisbane. Read the highlights from the night, including the full list of fellow award recipients.
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User experience and automation the focus of Arinex’ new tech
The International Deafblind Conference 2019 committee has helped enhance Arinex’ eProduct technology to ensure better accessibility. Read more on the fleet of improvements across our entire tech range.
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Conferences closing gender gap
Gender quotas, parent-friendly conferences and supporting women’s charities are some of the ways Arinex and its clients are helping support women in the workplace.
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Success at Meetings & Events NSW Awards
UPDATE 7 March: Arinex' Brisbane-based Senior Project Manager Ashleigh Duggan has continued the winning streak by winning the QLD MEA Future Leader Award on Wednesday 6 March! We wish Ash and the rest of the winners all the best at the MEA National Awards in April....
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