The North Coast of NSW is a wonderful region for your next business event as it offers an abundance of nature-based activities and environs that delegates can benefit from . Corporate visitors are particularly enchanted by the region ’ s stunning natural landscapes that provide easily accessible nature-based activities . When combined with its high-quality venues it delivers the ideal destination to connect with your colleagues , or for a “ digital detox ” for corporate teams
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Get your Wellness back on the North Coast NSW
Destination North Coast extends from the Barrington Coast in the south to the Tweed in the north , with Lord Howe Island to the east and the Great Dividing Range approximating the western border . The region is supported by 14 local governments and leading industry operators , all keen to provide an exceptional experience for you and your delegates .
The region is easily accessible via the Pacific Highway or through its gateway airports located in Port Macquarie , Coffs Harbour and Ballina / Byron and nearby neighbouring cities of the Gold Coast and Newcastle . The regional centres of Taree , Grafton , Lismore and Lord Howe Island are also serviced by airports .
If COVID-19 has taught us anything , it is how much we value our health – both mentally and physically . In business we call it “ Corporate Wellness ”, and this region offers some unforgettable nature-based experiences , to allow your delegates to calmly reconnect with each other and with themselves .
Go on – get out there It ’ s not just the day to day interaction with colleagues that we ’ ve missed , but also the environments in which we share that interaction . Any mindfulness and wellness practitioner will tell you how good it is for your body and soul to get out and immerse yourself in nature . Corporate wellness should be heavily featured and celebrated in a conference itinerary , as it can be a rewarding and healing experience for delegates .
There are a few different considerations and value adds when considering “ wellness ” options for your events .
w Use a teambuilding company or wellness practitioner who can take a “ corporate wellness ” check of your employees and your corporate culture before the conference . They can help you identify areas of improvement and incorporate the solutions through nature based activities on your conference program . Many organisers are still surprised that the last person standing at the bar the night before , will still make the effort to attend the sunrise meditation session down on the beach !
w Virtual conferences do not offer the same opportunity to your delegates as going to a destination like the North Coast and experiencing the power of a digital detox ! Zoom has served its purpose and many of us have realised that we are losing the art of real connection , which is vital for wellfunctioning teams .
w Work with the local organising company and ask them about their “ local secrets ” – amazing gems that could just mean a once in a lifetime experience for your delegates . For example , interact with Tasmanian devils through the Planet Ark program on the Barrington Coast . Or perhaps taking an early morning hike with a local guide to visit kangaroos in Coffs Harbour – make life-long memories .
w Corporate wellness should also include and celebrate local culture . You can include a ‘ welcome to country ’ ceremony and make it more memorable by accompanying it with a smoking ceremony in the bush . It ’ s a moving experience and something your delegates will never forget . S
40 Chief of Staff | Issue 2 2020