The Venue Zone Blog

Be there for the 6th annual ‘A Toast to the Coast!’ – Food, Beer and Wine festival. It is set to be the biggest yet with tastings from local gourmet producers including chocolates, olives, cheeses, chutney’s, chillies and more to tantalise the taste buds.

Perth conference centres are familiar with the various wine regions that will be represented at the festival and would, no doubt, encourage you to sample the unique range of wines from the Swan Valley, Southwest and Beyond. The Wine Tasting Tent will open from 10am and runs until 5pm.

There will be no shortage of live entertainment with a host of live bands and street performers.  The finale band Darren Reid and the Soul City Groove will take us out in style from 3.30pm.

Food gurus and celebrity chefs will be cooking up a storm with sensational gourmet delights as well as hosting Master Classes for all at the Cooks Corner from 12pm – 4pm.

The ever popular Children’s Zone, featuring the bouncy castle and face painting, will be open from 11am-4pm and don’t miss the special guest appearances by your favourite kids characters…

35 Arts and Crafts stalls showcasing their unique and boutique wares will be offering an enticing selection of goods for sale throughout the day, so be sure to pay them a visit between 9am and 5pm.

What better way to celebrate the glorious Autumn weather than with a day at the Toast to the Coast – Food & Wine Festival but remember what day it is and don’t be caught out with an April Fool’s Day joke.

In the mean time, contact a Perth Conference centre and ask for information on the various wine regions and the produce you will be sampling.

Where : Ocean Falls Boulevard, Mindarie Marina

When  : Sunday, April 1st, 2012

Here are a couple of must-do’s for your Easter break as suggested by Sydney Conference Centres.

DARLING HARBOUR HOOPLA!

Looking for some fun activities over the Easter break?  Then look no further because it’s time for the Darling Harbour Hoopla!

Australia’s annual circus, sideshow and street theatre festival will be celebrated with all its fabulous artistic flair this Easter long weekend, 6—9 April.

See impressive large-scale acrobatics, intimate comedy, fire-breathing buskers and brilliant roving performers.  Test your own circus skills with juggling, plate spinning and stilt walking – you never know, maybe you’ll discover some hidden talent.

So Roll Up Roll Up! and enjoy the magic of Hoopla by Sydney Harbour!

Location – Darling Harbour

11am – 10pm, Fri 6 Apr – Sun 8 Apr

11am – 6pm, Mon 9 Apr

SYDNEY ROYAL EASTER SHOW

The Sydney Royal Easter Show is Australia’s largest annual event, attracting close to 900,000 people.  It celebrates the wonderful diversity of Australia, from our rich bush heritage to the pace and vitality of city life. Sydney’s Olympic Park is the perfect venue for this action packed event which allows visitors to sample a slice of Australian life in the heart of Sydney.

See everything from international rodeo and woodchop and polo competitions, to carnival rides and games. Fireworks, street parades and live entertainment, arts and crafts and around 400 unique retail outlets, round it out nicely. Of course, the day wouldn’t be complete without indulging in some fabulous food from over 160 food outlets offering a taste of Australia’s finest as well as a wide range of international cuisine. The Show has something for everyone.

Family  A$107.00 (Early bird tickets $101 2 adults + 2 children)

Child    A$23.50 (Early bird tickets $21.80. Children three years and under are free.)

Concession      A$27.50 (Early bird tickets $25.50.)

Adult    A$36.00 (Early bird tickets $33.40)

Location: Sydney =,Olympic Park

Thursday 5 April to Wednesday 18 April 2012

So, contact a Sydney conference centre for your accommodation needs and prepare for a memorable Easter in sensational Sydney.

Be sure to take time out to enjoy this glorious autumn weather with some unforgettable outdoor experiences in and around beautiful Brisbane. There are many delightful options available for your consideration.  Here are just a few suggestions from Conference centres in Brisbane.

Brisbane River Dinner Cruise

Treat your delegates to a sensational Brisbane River dinner cruise. Watch the twinkling city lights from the outer decks, and enjoy a pre-dinner drink from the fully licensed bar.  Then head inside for  a sumptuous three-course seafood  buffet of prawns and oysters, Moreton bay bugs, salads, desserts and cheeses and  enjoy delightful waterfront views from your dining table while you cruise.

Duration: 2.5 hours to 3 hours

Location: Brisbane, Australia

From AUD$75.00

Springbrook National Park Discovery Full-Day Bushwalk including Glow Worm Tour

Take the opportunity to explore the World Heritage Rainforest of Springbrook National Park. Featuring many waterfalls, rainforest walks (approx. 4.5km), panoramic look outs and fascinating Glow Worms, this idyllic day is hard to beat.  Complete the picture with a lovely lunch served with views over Purlingbrook Falls.

Duration: 10 hours (approx.)

Location: Brisbane or Gold Coast, Australia

From AUD$125.00

Hot Air Ballooning including Champagne Breakfast from the Gold Coast or Brisbane

This is certainly one to tick off the bucket list this Autumn. Watch the magic of a sunrise from a brand new perspective – floating in a hot air balloon over the beautiful lush Hinterland. Breathe in the wide-open spaces and enjoy the colourful spectacle of other balloons in the morning sky.  After landing, further indulge the senses with a glass of champagne and a hearty breakfast at O’Reilly’s Grand Homestead and Boutique Vineyard.

Duration: 4 hours (approx.)

Location: Gold Coast or Brisbane, Australia

From AUD$240.00

Give the conference centres in Brisbane a call for more fantastic outdoor activities this Autumn.