Frequently Asked Questions
Tickets and registration
The main ticket is for the full conference and awards. If you choose to just go to one or the other the separate tickets are available for sale. All details are on the registration form.
Entitlements are emailed to the key-contact of each member organisation well in advance of the event. If you did not receive the email, contact memberservices@abea.org.au
Conference tickets can be purchased up until 28 November.
Gala dinner tickets can be purchased up until 28 November.
Invoices are generated via the ticketing portal.
28 November. Attendee details can be activated after you’ve registered and paid for your order.
No. All tickets must be pre-purchased via the ticketing portal before 28 November.
No. Only 2-day Conference delegate passes or Award dinner tickets are available.
We offer not-for-profit tickets, but don't offer student tickets at this time.
Please email memberservices@abea.org.au for more info.
Transfers can be processed by contacting memberservices@abea.org.au with the new attendee's details.
Exhibiting and Sponsoring
Exhibition space is made available to any product or service in the Business Events industry.
Contact Hayley Beveridge at hayley.beveridge@abea.org.au
Limited exhibition booths are available.
An exhibitor booth includes one conference and awards dinner ticket. Additional tickets can be purchased at a discounted rate.
View Prospectus here.
View the conference sponsorship prospectus here.
- Brand exposure
- Lead generation
- Networking opportunities
- Thought Leadership and education
Know-before-you-go
Members and associates of the business events industry. This includes, but is not limited to:
- Hotels
- Exhibition centres
- Convention bureaux
- Professional Conference Organisers
- Travel airlines or partners
- AV Suppliers
- Event Managers, Planners and Organisers
- Catering companies
- Marketing companies
- Stadiums and Sporting venues
- Government bodies
- Advocacy groups
- Accounting and Financial consultants
The Australian Business Events Association does not share the attendee list or personal details with any exhibitor, sponsor, or attendee.
Attendees can pick up their badge on the morning of Day 1 or 2 at the registration desk area at MCEC.
Most people wear smart casual. We encourage you to dress in what you feel comfortable in, including comfortable shoes. December will be warm so dress in light, breathable garments.
It’s a celebration! Dress up in cocktail or formal attire. We encourage you to dress in what you feel comfortable in.
All dietary requirements that have been submitted through registration will be catered for on the day of the event at the dietary station.
You do not need to register to individual education and networking sessions as these are included in your ticket.
Complimentary Wi-Fi is available throughout the entire venue. Thank you to our Wi-Fi Sponsor - Mackay Entertainment & Convention Centre
View MCEC for venue details.
View MCEC for all venue details.
View MCEC for venue details.
Some charging stations will be available throughout the day. Their location will be made available at the event.
Yes. Closed captioning will be available for all keynote presentations.
If sign language is noted as a requirement upon registration, ASL will be provided.
View MCEC for venue details.
Yes, portions of the conference will be captured and shared post-event, and shared on the Australian Business Events Association website as an educational resource to members.
Wheelchair and ambulant accessible toilets are available throughout MCEC including both left and right hand railing ambulant toilets. Please visit any customer service desk, or ask our friendly team members if you require directions.
Learn more on the MCEC website.
A limited number of wheelchairs are available to hire free of charge with provision of photo identification.
MCEC is a non-smoking venue and smoking within the venue is prohibited. This includes E-cigarettes and other electronic imitations or simulation devices. Smoking must be 10 metres away from the Venue.