Who we are
Business Events Cairns and Great Barrier Reef, is the official Convention Bureau for Tropical North Queensland. Our role is to market the destination to conferences and incentive programs to a global audience and provide impartial advice or information to assist meeting and event planners to make informed decisions.
Contact Us
The team at Business Events Cairns and Great Barrier Reef is your first point of contact to help you plan and deliver an outstanding event in a breathtaking location. Contact us today to discuss your requirements and find out how we can help you.
Tara Bennett
General Manager – Partnerships & Events
T: 07 4015 1221
E: [email protected]
Contact me to discuss partnerships, business and major events
Natalie Johnson
Manager – Business Events
T: 07 4015 1206
E: [email protected]
Contact me for domestic and international business events bids, proposals and destination support
Tracey Kingston-Bull
Marketing Coordinator
T: 07 4015 1212
E: [email protected]
Contact me about corporate communications and events, specifically marketing and media enquiries or support for major and regional events
Kirsty Boase
Events Coordinator
T: 07 4015 1239
Contact me for general business events enquiries and site inspections
UPDATE We are loving all the excitement this post has generated — turns out, everyone wants to sip cocktails in an underwater tiki-themed reef bar. 🐠🍹 While it was just a cheeky April Fools’ joke, the idea clearly struck a chord. Who knows… maybe one day the ‘Coral Club’ will make a splash 😉. Until then, keep dreaming tropical and thanks for playing along.
JUST ANNOUNCED Green Island’s Historic Underwater Observatory to be reborn… as a reef bar 🍹🐠. In a bold fusion of heritage and hospitality, Green Island’s original underwater observatory is set to be reimagined as the world’s first underwater tiki bar — built on the very same historic footprint beneath the jetty.
Originally opened in 1954, the 10-metre chamber was built from a WWII diving vessel with 22 portholes. Though it closed in 2012 and was removed in 2019, its legacy will live on with the aptly named ‘Coral Club’. Opening in 2026, this one-of-a-kind reef bar will offer…
🌊 Panoramic glass views of the Great Barrier Reef’s marine life
🍍 Signature cocktails served in coconuts and pineapples
🥂 Original 1954 portholes restored and featured in the new design
🛥️ Transfers from Cairns Marina via @greatadventurescruises - just $49 return, includes a welcome drink + 11pm return options
🏝️ Or make a night of it and stay at the luxurious @greenislandgbr just steps away.
👇 Tag your reef-loving crew and grab your best tropical shirt because…the #CoralClub is coming.
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#exploreTNQ #explorecairnsGBR #thisisqueensland #seeaustralia @queensland @australia
ID A collage of images showing Green Island and its historic underwater observatory. Includes an aerial view of the island, vintage photos of visitors on the jetty, and an artists impression of the new bar. The observatory is pictured on stilts over the water with an Australian flag above. The text announces plans to reopen it in 2026 as an underwater tiki bar.
Mar 31

Golden hour strolls along #EllisBeach just hit a bit different, wouldn`t you agree?
📸: @josh_burkinshaw
#exploreTNQ #explorecairnsGBR #thisisqueensland #seeaustralia @queensland @australia
ID A person walks alone along Ellis Beach at sunrise, with golden light on the sand, calm waves and palm trees lining the shore. A green mountain rises in the background.
Mar 31

Chasing waterfalls or planning a swim in one of Tropical North Queensland’s freshwater spots? It’s worth taking a moment to brush up on how to do it safely. Senior Raft Guide at @cairnsadventuregroup Paul Porteous, shares some simple tips to help visitors stay safe while making the most of the incredible freshwater experiences that can be found here. More here 👉 🔗 in bio ☝️.
#exploreTNQ #explorecairnsGBR #thisisqueensland #seeaustralia
@queensland @australia @portdouglasdaintree @athertontablelands @visitmareebashire @cassowarycoastaustralia @cooktowntnq
ID A freshwater safety video set in Tropical North Queensland. It features warning signs, rainforest streams, waterfalls, and people swimming in natural pools. Paul Porteous, Senior Raft Guide at Cairns Adventure Group, shares safety tips on camera. The video shows calm swimming spots, drone views of waterfalls and canyoning scenes to highlight safe ways to enjoy the region’s freshwater locations.
Mar 28

Which do you chase - summit views that stretch beyond the horizon or winding rainforest trails that lead to this? Or both? #DaintreeRainforest
📸 @wunez
#exploreTNQ #explorecairnsGBR #thisisqueensland #seeaustralia @queensland @australia @portdouglasdaintree
ID A rainforest scene in Tropical North Queensland, featuring a moss-covered fallen tree arching over a gently flowing stream. Ferns and dense greenery surround the waterway, creating a rich, layered jungle landscape. In another image, golden light touches the peaks of distant mountains, offering a sweeping summit view above the rainforest canopy.
Mar 26

From mountain bike festivals to parties under the tropical palms, @tropicalnorthqueensland is bringing an unmissable lineup of events this season. Check out the full What’s On guide 🔗 in bio ☝️🌴
@savannah.sounds @pdcarnivale @crankworxcairns @pbraustralia @ccc_cairns @cairnsindigenousartfair @ironman.cairns @cooktown.discovery.festival @discoveryparksandresorts
#exploreTNQ #explorecairnsGBR #thisisqueensland #seeaustralia @queensland @australia
ID This image carousel features a series of images showcasing upcoming events in Tropical North Queensland, from cultural celebrations and adrenaline-fueled action to live music and beachside festivals.
Mar 24

💙 Australia’s bluest waters? You will find them right here in @tropicalnorthqueensland. Would you swim here? #BedarraIsland?
🎥 @_markfitz
#exploreTNQ #explorecairnsGBR #thisisqueensland #seeaustralia @queensland @australia
ID The video opens with text that reads “Places in Australia with the bluest water”, over an aerial drone shot of a secluded beach. The scene features clear turquoise coloured water, smooth boulders and palm trees lining the white sand.
Mar 23

On a scale of 1-10, how would you rate #RexSmealPark? Drop your score below. 👇 We would give it a 10… obviously...🌴
📸 IG/kel.and.dyl
#exploreTNQ #explorecairnsGBR #thisisqueensland #seeaustralia @queensland @australia @portdouglasdaintree #portdouglasdaintree
ID A park with lush green grass stretches toward the waterfront, framed by tall, evenly spaced palm trees. In the background, a calm body of water reflects the sky, with distant mountains and a tree-covered shoreline.
Mar 22

No snorkel? No worries! A glass-bottom boat tour lets you see the #GreatBarrierReef without getting wet. Who’s up for an underwater adventure but above water 😉?
🎥 @sunloverreefcruises
#exploreTNQ #explorecairnsGBR #thisisqueensland #seeaustralia @queensland @australia
ID The video opens with on-screen text that reads “Have you ever been on a glass-bottom boat tour?”. The footage then shows a glass-bottom boat floating over the Great Barrier Reef, with coral formations below. The perspective shifts between above-water shots of the boat and views through the glass panels, where tropical fish and marine life can be seen swimming beneath.
Mar 20
