Leading inspiring experiences
for global impact
OUR STORY
Connecting people through
impactful experiences
Founded in 1973 and built on experience and innovation, Arinex creates inspiring experiences that leave a legacy. We are driven by an ambitious mindset and global reach, while at the same time embracing the cultures of Australia’s Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and Aotearoa, New Zealand Māori. As industry leaders, we think sustainably – recognised through our carbon neutral certification – and stand together to leave a legacy for each and every event; a legacy that inspires and connects people through memorable and impactful experiences.
Conference Management
Delivering exceptional outcomes for over 50 years.
Event Technology
In-person events using cutting edge events technology.
Registration
Fast, secure & flexible. Efficient registration processing.
Destination Management
Seamless location experience. Your aspiration is our inspiration.
Accommodation Management
Hassle-free accommodation and room block service.
Corporate & Social Events
Masters of creativity & inspiring experiences.
Marketing
Smart, targeted & compelling to maximise results.
Sponsorship & Exhibitions
Proactive & personable industry engagement to maximise revenue.
Our people
Our passion for inspiring and connecting people through memorable and impactful experiences shines through in our passionate team. With extensive experience and knowledge across Australia, New Zealand and Fiji, we deliver on our clients’ ambitions, time and time again.
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Our services
Built on experience and innovation, Arinex offers specialist event services ranging from conference and destination management to accommodation, registration, technology solutions and much more. As industry leaders backed by global industry partnerships, we stand together to leave a legacy for every client.
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Meet the Team: Amy Buttery, National Conference Operations Manager
Name: Amy Buttery Position: National Conference Operations Manager What has been your career history? I started out in events 14 years ago working in London…
Arinex deepens cultural presence in New Zealand
Arinex is deepening its cultural presence and volume of events in Aotearoa, New Zealand, following the acquisition of Auaha and a recent increase in incentive…
Creating an awe-inspiring New Zealand incentive experience
The Incentives and Special Events team at Arinex have a strong connection to Aotearoa, New Zealand. Here are the team’s top recommendations, along with some…
Itineraries with Social Impact
Building an itinerary that achieves a real social impact for local communities has never been easier for Australian incentive programs, with a huge list of…
Business Events in the Northern Territory Update
As planning gets underway and there are many competing priorities, one of the most critical first steps are often overlooked – defining the core purpose…
Time to Think Deeper: Defining the “Why” for Your Next Event
As planning gets underway and there are many competing priorities, one of the most critical first steps are often overlooked – defining the core purpose…
Top 6 Trends to Shape Your Event Mission and Attendee Journey
With over 50 years’ experience in managing conferences, incentives and events, the Arinex team spread across Australasia deeply understand the importance to deliver exceptional and…
Arinex Announces Acquisition of New Zealand-based Business Events Agency, Auaha
Australasian event management company Arinex has further expanded its New Zealand footprint, announcing it has acquired New Zealand based Business Events Agency, Auaha.
How AI can shape event personalisation
In the ever-evolving landscape of event management, the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) is emerging as a game-changer, offering endless possibilities for personalisation and engagement.
Brisbane: The Next Big Thing
Brisbane’s the word right now. Our team have spent time with partners Brisbane Exhibition & Convention Centre and Brisbane Economic Development Agency this last month…
Arinex introduces sustainable experiences to Ottawa 2024
As part of Arinex’ ongoing commitment to sustainability, we recently partnered with NatureBoss, a provider of eco-friendly corporate tours and experiences.
Trends in Business Event Marketing in 2024
From 5-6 February 2024, Nicole Walker, CEO and Group Director, attended the International Association of Professional Conference Organisation (IAPCO) Japan Edge Programme and presented on…
AIME 2024: Observations from a CEO
Attending AIME 2024 was not just about networking and showcasing our services; it was a significant experience that highlighted the pulse of the business events…
IMEX America: 2025 the ‘sweet spot’ for visiting Australia
In the vibrant city of Las Vegas, the 12th edition of IMEX America brought together the international meetings industry over three days in October. Arinex…
Meeting – and surpassing – delegate expectations: an OSH 2023 preview
Read how the 23rd World Congress on Safety and Health at Work (OSH 2023) has developed opportunities for networking – both planned and spontaneous –…
A memorable time at MEETINGS 2023
Arinex recently had the pleasure of participating in the highly anticipated MEETINGS 2023 tradeshow hosted by Business Events Industry Aotearoa (BEIA) in scenic Wellington, Te…
Meet Bree Buttenshaw: our RAP artist
In our pursuit of creating a more inclusive and culturally respectful organisation, we have embarked on the development of a Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP). As…
11 benefits of a quality event website
Arinex recognises the remarkable advantages that tailored event websites bring to both organisers and attendees. In this article, we delve into 11 reasons why having…
How to: reduce footprint but keep the dream destination
Planning a carbon neutral event doesn’t mean you have to rule out international dream destinations such as Australia. Here, CEO of The Arinex Group, Nicole…
Half a century on we honour Roslyn McLeod, pioneering founder of Arinex
Few Australian business leaders have been at the helm of a company for 50 years, like Arinex founder, Roslyn McLeod OAM. Joyce DiMascio MAICD sat…
2010s to now: celebrating 50 years of excellence in event management
In this final instalment in our series covering Arinex’ 50-year history, we look at the defining moments of the 2010s to now. Arinex enhanced its event…
2000s: redefining the gold standard of business events
From pioneering cultural events to involvement in the Olympics and growth in the incentive market, Tour Hosts (now Arinex) blazed a trail of achievements in…
1990s: rising to the top of conference management
The 1990s were a transformative decade for Tour Hosts (now Arinex) as it shed its tour guide services and became an official Professional Conference Organiser…
1980s: making a mark in the burgeoning business events industry
During the 1980s, Arinex founder Roslyn McLeod spearheaded the company’s expansion. Initially known as Tour Hosts, the company overcame obstacles and expanded its offerings to…
1970s: from solo tour guide to event business leader
As Arinex approaches its 50th anniversary this May, we’re reflecting on the highlights of the past decades, beginning with the 1970s. This was a remarkable…
Meet the Australian event industry leaders championing sustainability
Here, we dive into the efforts of various sustainability champions. Through their insights and experiences, we uncover practical strategies and ideas for businesses of all…
Sustainable business events in Australia: Culture, giving back and ethical eating
Arinex Managing Director Nicole Walker delves into Australia’s sustainable business event options, extending beyond environmental practices. Uncover the world’s oldest living culture, socially impactful gifts,…
How to drive delegate attendance through sustainability
As delegates place growing significance on the sustainability of a conference or destination, event organisers can inspire attendance through a dedication to eco-friendliness. Nicole Walker,…
Experiencing Tākina, and other new developments in New Zealand
New Zealand is in the midst of a development boom when it comes to new or refurbished event spaces – most notably the imminent opening…
Improving event registration with user-centered design
Converting delegate sales can be challenging. Many potential attendees begin the registration process but abandon it before submitting the form. Below are four ways to…
Strengthening connections: Arinex and partners host events at AIME 2023
The return of the Asia Pacific Incentives and Meetings Event (AIME) and in-person events in general has brought a renewed sense of excitement and energy…
Kelp and tropical forests: offsetting our footprint with two worthy organisations
To offset our carbon footprint for FY22, Arinex has supported two organisations; Canopy Blue Kelp Carbon Offset, based in Western Australia, and Rimba Raya Borneo…
Why scheduling a conference beyond 2023 is a wise choice
In this opinion piece, Arinex National Business Development Manager, Jessica Ferguson, discusses why scheduling a conference for 2024 and beyond might be a smart move…
Arinex represents New Zealand at IBTM World 2022
Arinex’ National Business Development Manager, Jessica Ferguson has returned from Barcelona where she joined the Tourism New Zealand stand at IBTM World 2022. Here, Jessica…
Australia ‘more popular than ever’ at IMEX America
IMEX America returned to Las Vegas in October with attendance almost reaching pre-pandemic levels. Arinex’ Senior Account Manager of Incentives and Special Events, Leonie Ferris-Tonge,…
Where we presented in 2022
As events bounced back in 2022, Arinex had ample opportunity to speak about everything from sustainability to talent acquisition. Arinex Managing Director, Nicole Walker, kicked…
Advocating for business events
As a member of numerous industry groups, Arinex Managing Director Nicole Walker joined industry leaders in Canberra, Sydney and Melbourne to raise awareness of the…
Turning old mobile phones, tablets and laptops into money for charities
Arinex has partnered with PhoneCycle, an organisation that collects and repurposes old mobile phones, tablets and laptops. PhoneCycle has processed over 350,000 devices, benefiting the…
Sustainability in focus for cultural heritage conference
Over 1,200 cultural heritage experts from around the world will meet in Sydney for ICOMOS GA2023 in September, marking the first time the event will…
Inclusive and accessible tourism in Australia
When planning an event, considering the inclusiveness and accessibility of a destination is a must. Australia is a shining example of one country where inclusiveness…
Arinex goes to Singapore
Singapore is a leader in sustainability and Arinex was fortunate to experience the best on offer with the Singapore Tourism Board on a three-day famil.…
10 ways to create a more inclusive event
We often focus on environmental aspects of sustainable events, but social capital – referring to diversity, equity, access and inclusion – is another important sustainability…
Crystalbrook supporting human sustainability
Arinex is thrilled to witness the emergence of sustainable thinking in the Australian meeting and events industry. Crystalbrook Collection’s new meeting philosophy, ‘Meet Mindfully,’ aligns…
Brain Gain: internships help curb skills challenge
With skills shortages gripping the events industry, Arinex’ internship program is proving a win-win for the company and aspiring professionals. Introduced in 2008, the program…
New translation tech to drive inclusive meetings
New AI-driven captioning technology is set to make it easier to boost the inclusivity of business events. Launched by Interprefy, the new technology aims to…
Conscious travel: beyond the environment
The COVID-19 pandemic has changed a lot about how we live and what we value. When it comes to travel, a recent survey across nine…
Event funding now open
As we pass the midpoint of 2022 and embark on a new financial year, here are some business event funding opportunities that remain available across…
AMI: Pandemic forces planners to work harder to attract delegates
AMI Magazine reported on a study that found since the Covid-19 pandemic, nine out of 10 meeting planners were having to spend more time encouraging…
MEETINGS 2022: The highlights
Arinex was excited to attend MEETINGS 2022, New Zealand’s flagship business events tradeshow, which was held in Christchurch for the first time in 14 years.…
IMEX Frankfurt: A much-needed reunion
If anyone needs more evidence that business events are ready for action again, look no further than IMEX Frankfurt 2022. Returning to the global stage…
Feel-good initiatives for delegates
Arinex has introduced a new sustainability initiative that delegates can easily support. At a recent event, a basket was placed at the registration desk to…
Events comeback puts squeeze on venue availability
Borders have reopened and face-to-face events are making a comeback, injecting millions of dollars into the many businesses that make up the industry. This is certainly…
Arinex’ new green office building puts environment first
In late 2021, Arinex took another major step in its sustainability journey by relocating its Sydney office to a new, greener building at 44 Market…
Tapt: An eco-friendly solution to business cards
Every year, 8 million trees are cut down to make business cards. Every day, 27 million business cards are printed. Every week, 88% of those…
12 easy swaps for eco-friendly events
Incorporating some of these will make events more sustainable, require little effort and go a long way to creating a better future. Our first suggestion…
Arinex offsets carbon emissions
As part of becoming carbon neutral, Arinex purchased carbon credits to offset the carbon emissions the organisation generated in a year. See what two Climate…
Registrations: it’s time to adjust expectations
How are registrations tracking? It is one of the most frequently asked questions in the events industry. Quite rightly so, given registration revenue is directly…
Carbon neutral events: Where do you start?
Where do you start if you want to deliver a carbon-neutral event? These 12 steps will start you on the journey. Our first suggestion is…
Innovation drives 10-year partnership
Arinex recently put its on-the-ground event management expertise to use once again to deliver the 2022 National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC) Awards for…
12 tips for turning events face-to-face
Let’s challenge the idea that virtual platforms are no longer a substitute but a complementary addition to a face-to-face event. It is important to consider…
All roads lead to ROME – IAPCO2022
Leaving Australia to attend IAPCO2022 in Rome was fabulous! There is nothing like meeting face-to-face after two years and to have a chance to reconnect…
What I learnt from IBTM in Spain
Travelling 34,340km during a pandemic was worth the effort in order to support Tourism Australia at IBTM and promote the best country in the world…
Virtual event hesitation: showcase addresses concerns head-on
Transitioning from physical to fully virtual event, advice on retaining sponsors, virtual program planning and the benefits and challenges of virtual platforms were all canvassed…
Deep Dive with Angela Guillemet, executive director, INCON
What are PCOs saying about the return to in-person? Their relationship with venues? Virtual vs Hybrid? And the search for new talent? This interview with…
Five advantages to using a DMC
From local knowledge to competitive pricing, here are five reasons why a Destination Management Company (DMC) makes travel program planning a breeze. Read on to…
Why DCOs are in high demand
Arinex CEO Nicole Walker sheds some insight on the expert teams who deliver virtual and hybrid events, Digital Conference Organisers (DCOs), and answers some common…
Transitioning to the new normal
eTechSuite and Arinex launch eMeeting digital technology event solutions after testing and trialling the best product solutions on the market.
ICCA statistics ‘reinvented’
eTechSuite and Arinex launch eMeeting digital technology event solutions after testing and trialling the best product solutions on the market.
7 reasons why incentives are a better reward than cash
Our Incentives and Corporate Events Senior Account Manager Leonie Ferris-Tonge shares why you should consider a travel reward program to motivate your staff.
The show (or event) must go on – here’s how you can do it
Advice and inspiration to ensure your meeting can go ahead, come what may.
The value of volunteers for Associations – Volunteer Week 17-23 May
The value of utilising volunteers at association conferences are networking, varied skill sets and financial support.
Working mothers: balancing work and family life in lockdown
Arinex mothers share the trials, triumphs and hair-pulling moments to help celebrate this Mother’s Day
eTechSuite and Arinex launch eMeeting
eTechSuite and Arinex launch eMeeting digital technology event solutions after testing and trialling the best product solutions on the market.
Congratulating Prof. Roger Reddel, past recipient of Rotary Club of Sydney’s President’s Project
Professor Roger Reddel of the Children’s Medical Research Institute has been named among the top 2% of globally-cited researchers. It comes 10 years after his…
Remembering LNG 18 (Liquefied Natural Gas Conference & Exhibition) – 5 years on
We reflect on what it took to pull off Australia’s biggest conference for the LNG industry
Business event funding in Australia & New Zealand
Cities across Australia and New Zealand are offering funding support to influence the location of your next business or corporate event.
The first face-to-face event in 2021 for Arinex
The first face to face event for 2021 held at ICC Sydney in February.
Effective Leadership is Smart
Effective leadership traits that will help you and your business succeed.
Partner with Arinex for your next corporate event
The countdown to Christmas and the New Year is on! The end of the year is fast approaching and with border restrictions finally easing, now…
Virtual Events; What Does and Does Not Work
Learn the 5 top tips to ensure you have a successful virtual event
Online engagement is not ‘virtually’ impossible
Partnering with an experienced Digital Conference Organiser (DCO) ensures strategic alignment and implementation of ‘best fit’ digital design that will maximise opportunities and value for…
Honouring Bob Heile an advocate for WIFI excellence in the Meetings Industry
Bob was an internationalist and innovator who led the global harmonization of digital communications such as the 802.11 standard (WiFI).
Tour Hosts (Arinex) Olympic Experience
TOUR HOSTS, now known as Arinex, began its Olympic Experience back in 1996 when we were approached by BHP to merge resources to develop their…
$50M Federal Grant Funding Available
The Federal Government’s $50m in grant funding for Australia’s business events sector will provide a confidence boost to event companies and organisers to move ahead…
Types of Virtual Events
What type of Virtual Event do you require? This list explains the main types and who to contact to help with your next event.
Arinex Recipe Book
Arinex swap commute time to cooking time and have collated their favourite recipes.
Q&A with our Architects: Melissa Murphy, National Operations Manager
In our next Q&A we sit down with National Operations Manager Melissa Murphy who reveals what events might look like in the future, plus much…
Q&A with our Architects: Alessandra Damant, Project Manager
In our next Q&A we sit down with Melbourne Project Manager Aly Damant, who reveals her favourite Melbourne venues, her 5-year prediction for the events…
Managing events in a crisis
The devastating bushfires across Australia are a stark reminder of the imperativeness of planning for a crisis. Arinex Chief Operating Officer, Nicole Walker reflects on…
Q&A with our Architects: Sara Halbwirth, Incentives and Special Events
Get to know Sara Halbwirth, Project Manager in our Special Events team, as she shares what she loves about planning incentive programs, her two favourite…
Technology Tips: APIs demystified
What is an Application Program Interface (API)? How can I make it work for me? Head of Technology Shaun Daws explains – in layman’s terms…
10 years of being Architects of Inspiring Experiences
Arinex Founder and Chair Roslyn McLeod OAM marks our 10 year anniversary since rebranding to become Arinex, with a look back on the company’s 45-year…
Q&A with our Architects: Ashleigh Duggan, Project Manager
In our next Q&A, we hear from Project Manager Ashleigh Duggan, who talks about her proudest career moment and her top tips to remember while…
Australia’s most exciting group destinations for 2019
Arinex’ Incentives and Special Events Manager Tania Rauhihi has travelled across Australia to round up the most exciting destinations for group programs in 2019. Have…