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New Zealand ’ s annual trade event heads to Rotorua in 2024
19 - 20 June 2024 Energy Events Centre , Rotorua New Zealand
New Zealand ’ s major annual exhibition for the business event sector , MEETINGS , is heading south to Rotorua in 2024 . And , like AIME in Melbourne , the organisers offer Hosted Buyer packages for those who are suitably qualified – in other words , if a portion of your role includes putting together meetings and events for your company . So , if you ’ re an Australian based EA or PA and you ’ ve held an event in New Zealand or are considering it in the future you are in the running to secure a limited spot .
Where will it be held ? MEETINGS 2024 will be a definite one to attend if you can , largely because it is being held in one of New Zealand ’ s most unique destinations – Rotorua . BEIA chief executive Lisa Hopkins says it is currently trending as one of New Zealand ’ s hottest destinations : “ Our intent is to amplify the taonga ( cultural treasures ) of the city by bringing MEETINGS back to where it all began for New Zealand tourism .”
“ Its people , manaakitanga ( welcome ), excellent infrastructure , accessible North Island location , unique landscapes and rich Māori culture all make it an exceptional meeting place . Our culture sets New Zealand apart from every other country in the world and it is of significant interest to our international buyers . We are thrilled to have the opportunity to showcase this and to tap into the
enormously talented community of tourism , hospitality and events experts around the Rotorua region .”
More about Rotorua One of the most diverse natural landscapes found anywhere in the world , Rotorua boasts hot springs , stunning lakes and ancient forests , all of which MEETINGS 2024 visitors will no doubt have the opportunity to experience during their stay .
MEETINGS was last held in Rotorua in 2011 , and attracted 400 delegates from New Zealand , Australia , key international markets and over 170 exhibitors .
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Hosted Buyer applications open in early 2024 .
38 Executive PA | Summer Issue 2024