The Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre (BCEC) is located in South Brisbane, a few minutes’ walk from Brisbane’s central business district (over the Victoria Street Bridge).
The conference is being held in the Boulevard Auditorium, on the Grey St (river) side of the centre.
It is around 30 minutes by car from Brisbane International Airport.
Alternatively, the AirTrain connects to South Brisbane station, a short walk to BCEC and the two hotels below.
On the evening of Sunday 10 August, delegates are invited to join us for the pre-conference Cocktail Reception on the pool deck at Rydges South Bank Hotel, from 6pm to 7.30pm.
Drinks will also be served at the conclusion of Day One (11 August) in the Expo networking area.
The Gala Dinner will start from 6.30pm on the evening of Day 1 (Monday 11 August), at the Skyroom in the Brisbane Exhibition and Convention Centre – our conference venue.
As ever, it will be a special evening, with excellent food, premium wines and entertainment.
Attire is the same as for the conference (business casual).
Space is limited, so attendance is strictly for conference delegates – please purchase your ticket when you register for the conference.
There are many 4- and 5-star hotels close to the venue.
We have arranged special rates with a couple of hotels that are very close to BCEC.
Novotel South Bank Brisbane Hotel is a modern hotel with swimming pool conveniently located just a 5 minute walk from the venue.
For Reservations, a discounted delegate rate has been provided by the hotel for the dates 10-12 August inclusive and bookings can be made via https://www.idem.events/r/png-investment-conference-2025. Alternatively, you may call the Hotel on +617 3295 4100 and quote “PNG Investment Conference 2025”. Note, that all rooms are subject to availability at the time of booking and delegates are encouraged to make accommodation bookings early.
All rates are quoted in AUD$ and inclusive of GST. Not available in conjunction with any other offers. All reservations must be guaranteed with a credit card valid at the date of the start of your stay, unless otherwise specified. No cancellation charge applies if advised 24 hours prior to arrival. Beyond that time, the first night will be charged.
The 5-star options within a 10 minute walk are W Brisbane and The Emporium.
Air Niugini is the official Airline Partner of the 2025 Business Advantage Papua New Guinea Investment Conference.
It currently has daily flights between Port Moresby and Brisbane.
Please book at www.airniugini.com.pg
Brisbane’s South Bank is full of modern amenities and the South Bank parklands provide excellent recreational space and access to the city’s riverside walking and running paths.
Here are some useful places to bear in mind:
