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If your business does business with Papua New Guinea, you can’t afford to miss this respected international event.

 

Practical Information

Where to stay, how to get there and more

Getting there

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.

  • For information on parking at BCEC click here
  • A detailed map of the centre can be viewed here.
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Networking

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.

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Gala dinner

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.

Accommodation

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 Brisbane

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.

Rydges South Bank

Rydges South Bank Brisbane Hotel is located in the heart of Brisbane’s South Bank and is adjacent to BCEC.

Reservations for delegates can be made at www.rydges.com/private-page/residential-delegate-direct-booking-page  or by calling +617 3364 0800 and quoting ‘PNG Investment Conference 2025’. Rates offered for delegates are 20% off the Best Flexible Rate at time of booking.

The hotel recommends that delegates consider signing up to their loyalty program via the link www.pgr.com.au to be sure of getting the best deal. Alternately, delegates can contact hotel reservations department via email [email protected] or call on +61 7 3364 0800.

Please note rooms and rates are subject to availability at the time of booking and discount may not be used in conjunction with any other offer.  A 24 hour cancellation policy applies to all reservations. Any bookings cancelled after 14:00 the day prior will incur a charge equivalent to one night’s accommodation

Other options

The 5-star options within a 10 minute walk are W Brisbane and The Emporium.

Getting to Brisbane from Papua New Guinea

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

Visa requirements

  • All international travellers require a visa to enter Australia.
  • The Business Visitor Visa supports attendance at conferences and meetings. This can be applied for online here.

Before travelling to Australia

  • Check you comply with relevant state or territory testing and quarantine requirements via States (australia.gov.au)
  • Check details of an existing visa through the Visa Entitlement Verification Online service  – VEVO, or update details of a new passport online.

About Brisbane's South Bank

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:

  • An IGA supermarket (with an excellent deli section) can be found at 103 Melbourne Street.
  • Woolworths Metro, 217 Grey St (corner Grey St & Melbourne St)
  • An ATM can be found at Commonwealth Bank, 121 Melbourne Street.
  • Fish Lane is a new dining area, with multiple restaurants/bars.

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