BIG ECO WIN FOR DARWIN

DARWIN will welcome the world in 2023, after having been announced as the host destination for the World Conference on Ecological Restoration.

The event, anticipated to attract up to 1,200 delegates from across the globe, was secured through a partnership between NT Business Events, Darwin Convention Centre and the Society of Ecological Restoration Australia.

Tourism Australia (TA) also supported the bid via the Business Events Bid Fund Program, with TA MD Phillipa Harrison saying it was a “great win for Darwin and Australia”.

“Business events such as the 2023 World Conference in Ecological Restoration are a critical part of Australia’s visitor economy and play a key role in generating tourism activity as well as trade, investment and employment opportunities.

“We look forward to welcoming international delegates to Australia and showcasing our world-class business events facilities and extraordinary experiences.”

The conference will be staged at the Darwin Convention Centre, and is also expected to see many delegates take up the opportunity for pre- and postconference touring right across the Northern Territory.

NT Business Events Director, Rebecca McCaig, noted the Territory’s support for the sector via the NT Business Events Support Fund, which offers backing for eligible events at the consideration or bidding stage and which align with priority industry sectors including land management, agribusiness, renewable energy, minerals, mining & gas, health, education, tourism, space, defence, digital and creative industries.