Wishing you a sunny welcome to 2026!

A new year on the Sunshine Coast means new reasons to bring your next business event here!

We’ve got exciting new venues ready to put on your radar (and more on the way), all offering what we know you love most: natural light, standout spaces, and gorgeous outdoor areas perfect for networking, welcome events and those “wow” moments.

And yes… our 2026 Roadshow Series is on its way, heading to Sydney, Melbourne and Southeast Queensland with a mix of new product highlights, networking, entertainment and a few surprises along the way. Trust us, you’ll want to be on the guest list.

Over the coming months, we’ll also be sharing fresh updates, new experiences and meaningful CSR opportunities, making it easier than ever to design impactful conferences with purpose.

To whet your appetite, here’s a sneak peek at a few of our newest venue partners capturing the best of the Sunshine Coast.

If you’re ready to explore what’s new or start planning your next program, we’d love to help.

Just hit reply and let’s make it happen!

Sunny regards ☀️

Ali & Leisa

Sunshine Coast welcomes new hotels to our shores

Elysium Noosa Resort (open now)

Introducing Elysium Noosa Resort, a newly reimagined luxury property on iconic Hastings Street, Noosa. Formerly Sofitel Noosa, Elysium has been elevated into a refined coastal retreat delivering premium accommodation, exceptional dining and restorative wellness experiences, making it an outstanding choice for high-end business events.

Perfect for executive retreats, boutique conferences and incentive groups seeking a true next-level experience, the resort combines a relaxed beachfront atmosphere with sophisticated event capability.

With six versatile meeting and event spaces, more than 720 square metres of flexible floor space and capacity for up to 200 guests, Elysium provides the ideal setting for impactful programs that balance productivity, connection and rejuvenation in one of Australia’s most desirable destinations. 

Avani Mooloolaba Beach Hotel (opening April 2026)

Avani Mooloolaba Beach Hotel is the Sunshine Coast’s newest 5-star hotel, perfectly positioned in the heart of Mooloolaba and designed for standout business events. Spanning 12 levels, it features 180 stylish rooms and suites, ideal for conferences, incentives and executive retreats.

A dedicated events floor offers four flexible venues with capacity for up to 250 guests, complemented by state-of-the-art AV and sweeping views over the ocean. Whether you’re hosting a board meeting, conference session or gala dinner, expect seamless service and tailored catering to match.

Delegates can elevate their stay with three dining venues, including a signature rooftop restaurant and bar with panoramic coastline and hinterland views, plus onsite wellbeing facilities including AvaniSpa and AvaniFit. 

Avani Mooloolaba Beach Hotel is taking bookings, contact us for information .

Crowne Plaza Maroochydore (opening 2028)

IHG’s Crowne Plaza will anchor Maroochydore’s CBD, delivering 180 rooms and high-quality conference space for 200–250 delegates.

With a luxury rooftop bar and restaurant, this hotel will suit larger corporate conferences seeking a central location, strong brand presence and elevated networking spaces. 

Holiday Inn Suites Caloundra (opening 2028/29)

Located near the Caloundra Events Centre, the 5-star Holiday Inn Suites will be an all suite property of similar scale, ideal for longer stays and group-based events. Its proximity to existing venues strengthens Caloundra’s appeal for practical, well-connected business events.

Future Pipeline to 2032

Aria Hotel Mooloolaba is in planning, alongside a major convention centre proposed for Maroochydore CBD and a further nine hotel developments as the region builds toward the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games signalling strong long-term capacity growth for business events on the Sunshine Coast.

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What’s hot at AIME in 2026? We are!!! Come and visit the Sunshine Coast on stand C15B, we’ll be there with our sunshine smiles ☀️

☀️Sunny Fun Facts ☀️

The Sunshine Coast was once called the Near North Coast and nearly became the Silver Coast, in a nod to the neighbouring Gold Coast. Fancy that!

For more information on the Sunshine Coast, contact us today to learn about
how we can help you.

Ali Thompson - Head of Business Events
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Leisa Balic - Business Events Coordinator
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