Australia’s fastest-growing major capital city, Brisbane is a safe, globally connected hub of innovation and lifestyle. Fuelled by more than $100bn pipeline of city transforming projects, with world-class event facilities, excellent infrastructure, and close proximity to iconic Australian experiences, Brisbane provides an inspiring and secure environment for conferences, incentive programs, and corporate events.
As Brisbane’s convention bureau, Brisbane Economic Development Agency’s Business Events team offers free, independent support to help organisers plan and deliver successful events in Brisbane.
Ranked among the world’s Top 40 Innovation Cities, Brisbane is a hub of innovation and industry, home to the Southern Hemisphere’s largest health ecosystem and the world’s largest METS cluster, with companies driving breakthroughs in mining, energy, health, advanced manufacturing, and agriculture.
The city is delivering world-first innovations, including pioneering a needle-free vaccine delivery system with the potential to transform vaccination globally, the world first artificial heart, and the world’s first utility-scale quantum computer. Brisbane’s expertise across key knowledge sectors makes it an ideal destination for international associations and incentive programs seeking meaningful, knowledge-driven experiences.
Consistently ranked among the world’s safest and cleanest cities, Brisbane provides peace of mind for organisers and delegates. Brisbane’s inclusive, secure, and friendly environment, alongside political stability and streamlined visa processes, ensures attending or hosting an event is seamless and enjoyable.
Now ranked 16th globally and Top 4 in the Asia Pacific for sustainability in the 2025 Global Destination Sustainability Movement (GDS-Movement), and the first Australian city (and only the second globally) to achieve Gold Certification under the UN-Habitat SDG Cities Global Initiative, Brisbane is also leading sustainable urban development.
From the award-winning Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre (BCEC) to dining among world-class art installations at QAGOMA and hosting events in the unique glasshouse atrium garden at Glo House, Brisbane offers an exceptional collection of cultural venues and boutique spaces for events of all sizes.
With over 24,000 accommodation rooms – from five-star hotels to serviced apartments – the city provides delegates with convenience, choice, and memorable experiences.
Brisbane Airport operates 24/7 with direct connections to 35 international destinations and the most domestic connections in Australia. The city’s compact, walkable layout and efficient public transport - the most affordable of any Australian capital – make transfers between venues, accommodation, and attractions effortless.
Tangalooma Wrecks, Moreton Island
Cultural Experiences with Matt Burns, SeaLink, North Stradbroke Island/Minjerribah
Curtis Falls, Scenic Rim
Howard Smith Wharves, Brisbane City
Kooroomba Lavender Farm, Scenic Rim
Tangalooma Wrecks, Moreton Island
Cultural Experiences with Matt Burns, SeaLink, North Stradbroke Island/Minjerribah
Brisbane offers vibrant cultural experiences, a subtropical lifestyle, and proximity to iconic Australian natural wonders. Delegates can enjoy rainforests, beaches, First Nations culture, world-class dining with a paddock-to-plate food culture and outdoor adventures – all within easy reach of the city.
In the surrounding region, Brisbane has unparalleled access to stunning destinations, including the pristine Moreton Bay.
For incentive programs, Brisbane delivers unforgettable moments, from wildlife encounters at Australia’s largest koala sanctuary to island retreats at Tangalooma Island Resort and scenic winery tours.
Brisbane has solidified its reputation as Australia's cleanest, greenest, and most sustainable city, achieving significant milestones in recent years. In 2023, Brisbane became the first Australian city to be awarded a gold certification in the United Nations Habitat’s Sustainable Development Goals Cities program.
