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
Bike rides on the beach? Mission Beach understood the assignment 🚲🔥
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ID Aerial footage along Mission Beach with people riding bikes along the sand.
Dec 12
Explore the Daintree with @cairnsadventuregroup. Swim at Mossman Gorge, meet Traditional Owners, cruise the Daintree River, wander through ancient rainforest, explore the beaches of Cape Tribulation. 🌿
Who`s ready for an adventure?
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Dec 11
Have you met @reefmagiccairns royalty, Wally? 🐠
Wally is their resident Maori Wrasse, famous for greeting guests and stealing the spotlight with bright colours and a big personality.
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ID Image of colour Maori Wrasse swimming around the coral at the Great Barrier Reef.
Dec 10
@portdouglasdaintree knows how to put on a market! Every Sunday, the Port Douglas markets come alive with local produce, artisan crafts, and the relaxed tropical vibe the town is known for. 🌴🥥
🎥 @dimaioaldo
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Dec 6
🚗🌿 Driving through the green wonder of the Atherton Tablelands. Waterfalls, wildlife, and endless views.
Link in bio for road trip itineraries!
🎥 @trippin_drydos
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ID Aerial footage of a car driving through the Atherton Tablelands surrounded by green rolling hills and blue skies.
Dec 5
🚗🌴 The Great Barrier Reef drive doesn`t disappoint. Green hills, sparkling water, and epic views at every turn.
📸 @amys.camera.lens
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ID Aerial image over the Great Barrier Reef drive with green hills and turquoise water.
Dec 4
TNQ wrapped 2025 ✨🌴
Sunset, reef, rainforest and waterfalls (and so so so much more)
The best playlist for adventures and unwinding in the tropics!
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Dec 4
Catching the first light at @greenislandgbr. Not a bad way to begin the day. 🏝️
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ID Aerial image of Green Island surrounded by blue ocean, glowing under an orange sunrise.
Dec 2