Welcome Members
Welcome BECGBR Members
Business Events Cairns & Great Barrier Reef (BECGBR) is the region’s official convention bureau. BECGBR assist corporate, association, government, and incentive planners to bring events such as conferences, conventions, meetings, and exhibitions to the region.
BECGBR works as an extension of your team by connecting clients directly with you. We represent our members to clients during assistance with leads or bids, direct consultation at trade shows, organising clients’ site inspections or educationals within the region, and listings in our various digital marketing avenues, including on our website, in quick-reference guides and delegate boosting programs. BECGBR market the destination to ensure it is top-of-mind.
BECGBR works with members that are active in the business events industry and are either a Partner of Business Events or a Champion of Tourism level member.
Business Events Conference
TTNQ & BECGBR hosted a Business Events Conference on 31 March 2023 at the Cairns Convention Centre. Delegates heard from Business Events Australia and learned insights from industry experts through panel discussions and networking opportunities. The BECGBR team provided an update on subvention opportunities, event leads and the forward calendar, trade activity and marketing. If you were not able to join the conference, you can find a copy of the presentations HERE.
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Two historical landmarks captured in one beautiful image – can you name them? 🤔 (Answer at the end!)
📸 @amys.camera.lens
#exploreTNQ #explorecairnsGBR #thisisqueensland #seeaustralia @australia @queensland @portdouglasdaintree
A small white church sits among tall palm trees near a sandy shoreline. Behind it, the ocean stretches to the horizon with a wooden pier on one side and distant mountains in the background.
⚓ Port Douglas Sugar Wharf
⛪ St Mary’s by the Sea
Mar 15
Every day is an adventure in @TropicalNorthQueensland. ☀️ And if you need a little inspo, here are 8 experiences that made 🎥 @kellerdiaries` list.
🚂 Take a scenic ride through the rainforest on the @kurandascenicrailway.
🐎 Gallop along the beach between two World Heritage sites with @capetribhorserides.
🛥️ Cruise to Mackay Coral Cay for pristine white sand and crystal-clear waters.
🍍 Hunt for hidden gems and fresh local produce at the Port Douglas Markets.
🍇 Indulge in a delicious road trip through the @athertontablelands’ foodie trail.
🏝️ Spend a sun-soaked day exploring @fitzroyisland.
🤿 Snorkel the @gbrmarinepark and meet its incredible marine life.
🌴 Chase waterfalls and secret swimming spots in @portdouglasdaintree.
#exploreTNQ #explorecairnsGBR #thisisqueensland #seeaustralia @queensland @australia
ID Text over video reads “8 must-see places in Tropical North Queensland” followed by a series of videos showing a train travelling through a rainforest, people riding horses along a sandy shoreline, people standing on a white sand cay in the ocean, an outdoor market filled with people and stalls, a person admiring views from a lookout beneath a tree, a white sand beach with bright blue water, colourful coral underwater and a person jumping into a rainforest waterhole.
Mar 14
Heaven IS a place on Earth… and it looks a lot like this 💙. #LizardIsland is serving up some pretty spectacular views so, who’s coming with you? 🏝️
🎥 @lizardisland
#exploreTNQ #explorecairnsGBR #thisisqueensland #seeaustralia @queensland @australia @cooktowntnq
ID Aerial and close-up shots of the landscapes of Lizard Island, featuring crystal-clear waters, white sandy beaches, and vibrant marine life.
Mar 13
OMG, Is that a baby dragon? Meet the newest additions to the @WildlifeHabitat - Wilma and Whiplash’s tiny but mighty Boyd’s Forest Dragons. After months of careful incubation, they have finally hatched. Who else thinks they need names? 👇
🎥 @wildlifehabitat
#exploreTNQ #explorecairnsGBR #thisisqueensland #seeaustralia @queensland @australia @portdouglasdaintree
ID A Wildlife Habitat keeper introduces newly hatched Boyd’s Forest Dragons, explaining the incubation process. The video shows gloved hands gently handling tiny eggs and placing baby dragons in an incubation container. The scene shifts to their parents, Wilma and Whiplash, perched in their enclosure. The keeper describes the careful temperature and humidity control needed for hatching.
Mar 12
Literally obsessed with these treetop hoppers! Say hello to the Lumholtz’s Tree Kangaroo, the ultimate proof that Australia’s wildlife is next-level adorable. Like seriously… just look at that face. 😍 How would you describe this little guy in one word?
📸: @wolfekind
#exploreTNQ #explorecairnsGBR #thisisqueensland #seeaustralia @queensland @australia @athertontablelands
ID A tree kangaroo clings to a tree trunk, sticking its tongue out. It is surrounded by green leaves, with sunlight filtering through the canopy.
Mar 11
From the #GreatBarrierReef to ancient rainforest, women are shaping the future of Tropical North Queensland. This #InternationalWomensDay, we celebrate the leaders, innovators and changemakers accelerating action in our region. Tag an inspiring woman in your life 💜 #IWD2025 #accelerateaction
@cairnsturtlerehab @backcountryblissadventures @cairnsadventuregroup @skydiveaustralia @talaroohotsprings @skyparkcairns @skyrailcairns @gbrbiology @reefmagiccairns @daintreediscovery @wildlifehabitat @cairns_aquarium
#exploreTNQ #explorecairnsGBR #thisisqueensland #seeaustralia @queensland @australia @portdouglasdaintree @cassowarycoastaustralia
ID This video celebrates International Women’s Day 2025 with the theme “Accelerate Action”. It features aerial shots of Tropical North Queensland, followed by women working in tourism and conservation, from guiding tours to protecting saving turtles on the Great Barrier Reef.
Mar 7
Deals too hot to miss. 🌴☀️ Dreaming of your next adventure? @TropicalNorthQueensland has never looked so good.
#exploreTNQ #explorecairnsGBR #thisisqueensland #seeaustralia @queensland @australia @portdouglasdaintree @athertontablelands @oaks_hotels @daintreetours @windswell_kite_sup_reef @wildlifehabitat @skydiveaustralia @treetopsadventurecapetrib @hartleyscrocodileadventures @cairns_aquarium @historicvillageherberton @salthousecairns @cassowarycoastaustralia
ID A dynamic showcase of Tropical North Queensland’s top experiences, highlighting landscapes, adventure activities and exclusive travel deals. The video opens with the text ‘Deals Too Hot to Miss’ and ends with ‘Your Next Adventure Starts Here’.
Mar 7
Who needs solid ground when you can take adventure to @treetopsadventurecapetrib in the #DaintreeRainforest? 🎥 @amys.camera.lens
#exploreTNQ #explorecairnsGBR #thisisqueensland #seeaustralia @queensland @australia @portdouglasdaintree #portdouglasdaintree @destinationdaintree
ID The video captures an exciting aerial adventure where participants navigate high ropes courses, suspended bridges and fast zip lines among tall trees.
Mar 6
