Alice Springs Convention Centre
Awards:
Brolga Northern Territory Tourism Awards – Meetings and Business Tourism
Meeting Events Australia (MEA)
2006 National Meeting of the Year More than 500 delegates (International Symposium On Pneumococci and Pneumococcal Disease 2006 – in conjunction with Tour Hosts)
2006 National Operations Person (Mary Hair)
"Well, what can I say, except WOW! What an amazing group of people you have working at ASCC. Always on hand, and in some instances provide 3 second miracles which conference committee members throw at you. We were so impressed with the quality of food, and the abundance - talk about country generosity. The regimental rows of chairs has to be seen to be believed - so impressive I took a photo! The quality of the venue is exceptional. Absolutely nothing was too much trouble. The sunny smiles more than made up for the fact that it was raining in Alice Springs. I will happily recommend ASCC to anyone considering a conference"
Therese Kramer
Director
Remark Pty Limited
"In April 2010 we held a symposium for cattle veterinarians from across Australia at the Convention Centre and it was absolutely wonderful. On the day before the event our media team decided to make many changes and Staging Connections team were so accommodating and nothing was a problem. The day itself went so smoothly. The timings of breaks and the AV all ran to plan and they were even able to accommodate last minute changes. The catering was perfect and was well received by our guests. The staff at the Convention Centre were the friendliest most knowledgeable "can do" team i have ever worked with. I would not hesitate to return to the Convention Centre for our next event - I can only dream"
Lisa Darley
Market Manager
Pfizer Animal Health
"Holding our clients annual conference in Alice Springs for 2010 was truly an event to be remembered. The staff at Alice Springs Convention Centre were fantastic and really came to the show in helping us bring about a successful event - even when the skies opened. Everyone was on board to make last minute changes and ensure that the delegates were well looked after. The Alice Springs region really does have a family and team feel about it as we used offsite venues for several of the dinners including the amazing Ooraminna Homestead - all hands were on deck. The destination is absolutely stunning and the team in Alice Springs really know how to put on a good show. Thank you again to everyone that made our event a success we just couldn't of enjoyed or planned it better without you! "
Hannah Scott-Young
Conference Manager
Leading Edge Conferences
"Our delegates voted the Alice Springs Property Management Conference the best ever! The hospitality and professionalism of the staff of the Alice Springs Convention Centre certainly helped with our outback experience. Delegate feedback was extremely positive in relation to the conference venue; conference catering; staff assistance and efficiency; courtesy of staff and smooth running of the event by the Convention Centre personnel. We could not have been happier with our Alice Springs conference."
Jan Malmstrom
Manager - Property Investment Management
LJ Hooker International Operations
"The Secretariat National Aboriginal and Islander Child Care (SNAICC) National Conference held at the end of July 2010 in Alice Springs was a great success with almost 1000 people gathering from all over the country making it the largest conference on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and the largest conference for the Alice Springs Convention Centre. The Alice Springs Convention Centre was a great venue all being on one level, with access to outdoor courtyard areas and ample outdoor space. Even with such large numbers, the conference felt intimate and friendly because of the setting. From my perspective - where else can you enjoy a magnificent view of the MacDonnell Ranges from the registration desk at the hub of the glass foyer area! The size of our conference pushed the centre to the limit yet nothing was too much trouble; the Centre staff were always approachable, flexible and collaborative in seeking solutions. Utilising a regional Convention Centre was also quite economical and did not deter attendance. Alice Springs was a great location and turned on clear blue skies and balmy winter nights for a number of outdoor events. I look forward to being able to work with the Alice Springs Convention Centre again in the future."
Sharyn Low
Consultant and Conference Secretariat: Sharyn Low and Associates
"The ATRAA Conference this year held in Alice Springs was a great success for HUBER+SUHNER (Radox Cables). The Convention Centre staff along with the Clean Energy Council went above and beyond the call of duty. The location of the Convention Centre is great - easy walking distance from the hotels with a variety of restaurants close by. I would like to say thank you to all of the staff at the Convention Centre for their help before, during and after the event. Thanks Guys!"
Tim Newton
HUBER+SUHNER (Australia)
"On behalf of Madam Speaker, the Hon. Jane Aagaard MLA, Members and officers of the Legislative Assembly I wish to thank you for your contribution to the success of the sittings of the Legislative Assembly of the Northern Territory at the Alice Springs Convention Centre in November 2009. The efficient and effective performance of your range of duties in support of Legislative Assembly officers in the conduct of the sittings was very much appreciated by all those involved. Your involvement in this important event for the people of Alice Springs contributed in a significant way to the successful outcome of bringing the parliament to the people of Central Australia. These events do not happen without the dedication and hard work of the people involved and the teamwork required for success. Once again my sincere thanks for your assistance. I would be most grateful if you could pass on my thanks to your colleagues. I also congratulate you on the recent Convention Centre Brolga Award Win"
Ian McNeill
Clerk
Legislative Assembly of the Northern Territory
"On Behalf of my client and Happenings Australia, I just want to say a massive Thank You to the entire team at the Alice Springs Convention Centre. Your promptness and helpfulness in the lead up to the event was fantastic and no request was too big or small. The team were phenomenal the whole week and their effort above and beyond was greatly appreciated by us!"
Felicity Morris
Event Manager
Happenings Australia Pty Ltd
"The Australian College of Health Service Executives (ACHSE) NSW Branch took a leap of faith to agree to a Corporate Office recommendation that they host the National Congress in Northern Territory - specifically Alice Springs - instead of the typical Sydney destination. And this leap of faith more than paid off - our 2008 National Congress was one of our most memorable events on record - aided and abetted by the uniqueness of the location and the friendliness and helpfulness of the Alice Springs Convention Centre. Our numbers were up . . . our delegates were thrilled with the destination - as were our sponsors and exhibitors - and as organisers we couldn't have asked for more. The ASPCC team were brilliant - attentive, detailed, resourceful, accommodating, welcoming and what's more - Fun! Thanks!"
Sue Thomson
National Professional Development Manager
Australian College of Health Service Executives (ASHSE) - Corporate Office
"Off-Site Connections delivered a large annual conference for 400 delegates from the financial industry at the Alice Springs Convention Centre in July 2008. The conference was a great success and the Convention Centre did a wonderful job in the delivery of food and beverage, and in the daily operations of the centre. Mary Hair (Operation's Manager) and her team were great to work with, ensuring everything ran to time as we had scheduled, and always with a smile and courteousness noticed by many delegates. We also utilised the Convention Centre's catering team at an off -site activity day, where they provided a gourmet boxed lunch on the banks of the Todd River. Thank you again to all the team at the ASPCC for your hard work and we look forward to bringing many more groups into Alice Springs."
Meg Boers
Event Manager
Off-Site Connections Event Management
“Feedback has been incredibly positive on the venue, staff and services. Please pass that news and my thanks on to everyone. On a personal note, I really appreciated the professionalism and flexibility demonstrated by all the Convention Centre staff that were involved in the planning and operation of the conference”
Mike Crowe
Networking and Communications Manger
Desert Knowledge Australia / Desert Knowledge CRC
“Thank you for making the day work [offsite lunch at Ellery Creek for 120 delegates] exactly as we had planned, and as you said you would.
A great day made greater by the Alice Springs Convention Centre”
Tom Harsas
Programs Operation Manager
Incremental Marketing Group
“It’s not only crossing the “T’s” and dotting the “I’s”, it’s also about thinking outside the 9 dots and servicing further than what is required or expected.
A sincere thank you from an extremely satisfied customer”
Josie Vella
Synchron Group
“.... genuinely appreciated the Alice Springs Convention Centre’s co-operation with the demands that the General Assembly required in its complexity. In particular the attention to detail and the excellent delivery of service from the staff was outstanding”
Ian Chambers
Chief Executive, National Assembly of Local Government
(National General Assembly of Australian Local Government 800 – 900 delegates)
“We set you many challenges and all of these were handled with great speed and professionalism. We run conferences all over Australia and in a variety of venues, and I can say without hesitation that your performance, equalled, and in fact exceeded the experiences we have had in so many parts of the country. Your staff were always enthusiastic, willing to help with any task asked of them and always professional”
Linda Henschke
Managing Director
Conference Co-ordinators
"The quality of the Alice Springs Convention Centre’s facilities and the professionalism and service provided by every staff member we dealt with was fantastic. This was a major contributor to the success of the event”
Mr Dave Holland
Managing Director
Solar Systems Pty Ltd
