Nyaal Banyul Geelong Convention and Event Centre has welcomed over 12,200 attendees across 15 events in its first month of operation.
In 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 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.”
The venue’s successful delivery of events has helped position Nyaal Banyul as a key business events centre for Geelong and regional Victoria.
“Nyaal Banyul is already providing a major boost for regional Victoria, drawing strong interest, and helping grow the region’s visitor economy,” minister for trade, tourism and investment Natalie Suleyman said. “This early success has delivered real benefits for local small businesses and workers, with more people staying overnight and spending in local hotels, cafés, restaurants, shops and local suppliers across the region.”
The Victorian Convention and Event Trust officially opened the Nyaal Banyul Geelong Convention and Event Centre in late June.
