Geelong’s new convention centre has welcomed more than 12,200 attendees across 15 events in its first month of operation.
Throughout July, the venue hosted a mix of community, business and conference events, including the Community Open Day, Geelong Careers Expo, Barwon Health Foundation Gala Ball, Business Managers Victoria Annual Leadership Conference, Associations Forum National Conference and the Wathaurong Aboriginal Co-operative NAIDOC Ball.
“We’re thrilled with how well the first month has gone,” Nyaal Banyul Geelong Convention and Event Centre general manager Rick Aylett said.
“The response from organisers, delegates and the local community has been overwhelmingly positive, and it’s a great foundation to build on.”
Tourism Greater Geelong and the Bellarine executive director Tracy Carter said it was exciting to see Nyaal Banyul open and operational.
“It’s been particularly pleasing to welcome delegates for large national conferences who have filled hotel rooms across the city, found their way into hospitality and cultural precincts, and toured further afield before and after their events,” she said.
