Novotel Twin Waters Resort introduces Tipi Luxe packages for corporate events

Source: Novotel.

Novotel Twin Waters Resort has announced a new partnership with bespoke marquee supplier, Tipi Luxe, on the Sunshine Coast in Queensland, Australia.

Ideal for corporate functions and conferences, the new partnership represents a fresh venue option for guests seeking an innovative space at the Novotel, one of Australia’s most popular events destinations.

Combining traditional Scandinavian design and modern technology, each 'tipi' is intrinsically strong, versatile and beautiful, designed to withstand the elements and deliver a stylish outdoor venue option.

Each tipi comfortably accommodates up to 72 people seated at tables or 100 people standing, with the option to link multiple tipis to create a large bespoke event space. The resort offers several different locations to host themed events with Tipi Luxe, including its bushland clearing, events lawn, and several waterside locations beside its lagoon.

Novotel Twin Waters Resort is currently offering two versions of its Tipi Luxe packages - Tipi Events on the Lawn (seated) and Tipi Cocktail Reception Package (standing), both suitable for corporate events.

Priced from A$175 per person, each package includes a food and beverage package, vintage style centrepieces, fresh flowers and tea lights, PA system, microphone and lectern, a choice of buffet menu or cocktail menu including canapés, woven flooring, lighting and more.

For specific inclusions and more information contact the Conference Sales Team at Novotel Twin Waters Resort on +61 7 5450 9582 or email conference@twinwatersresort.com.au.

SilkAir to start flying to Cairns in Australia in May 2015

SilkAir, the regional wing of Singapore Airlines, will commence direct flights between Singapore and Cairns, in Queensland Australia, on 30 May 2015, subject to regulatory approvals. Cairns will be the airline’s second Australian destination after Darwin, which was launched in March 2012. 

SilkAir plans to operate the Cairns service three times weekly on Mondays, Thursdays and Saturdays, through circular routings with Darwin. The inaugural flight and subsequent Saturday flights will depart Singapore for Cairns non-stop and then return to Singapore via Darwin. The Monday and Thursday flights will fly to Cairns via Darwin and then return to Singapore non-stop. 

The detailed schedules are as follows (all times stated are local):

From Singapore:

Flight	Days of Operation	Departure	Arrival
MI822	Monday, Thursday	Singapore 0140	Cairns 1150 (via Darwin)
MI828	Saturday	Singapore 0140	Cairns 1020

To Singapore:

Flight	Days of Operation	Departure	Arrival
MI822	Monday, Thursday	Cairns 1240	Singapore 1720
MI828	Saturday	Cairns 1110	Singapore 1720 (via Darwin)

With the launch of Cairns, the number of destinations in SilkAir’s route network will increase to 49 destinations in 12 countries.

The new services will be operated with SilkAir’s latest Boeing 737-800 aircraft, featuring both Business and Economy class cabins. Customers will be provided with the full service experience, including in-flight meals, baggage allowance of 40kg and 30kg for Business and Economy class respectively, as well as through check-in if they are connecting to or from another SilkAir or Singapore Airlines point via Singapore.

SilkAir’s Chief Executive, Leslie Thng, said: “With the launch of Cairns, we, together with our parent company Singapore Airlines, will soon serve a total of seven points in Australia, namely Cairns, Darwin, Adelaide, Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth and Sydney.

Cairns is the hub of Tropical North Queensland and has the closest access to the Great Barrier Reef, which is the world’s largest World Heritage Area.

Queensland’s Minister for Tourism, Major Events, Small Business and the Commonwealth Games, Jann Stuckey, has praised SilkAir for its confidence in Queensland’s tourism sector.

“The Queensland Government looks forward to working in partnership with SilkAir to deliver international marketing activities over the next three years to support this highly anticipated service,” she said.

"Connectivity between Singapore and Cairns will make it even easier for international visitors to reach our holiday destination,” Cairns Airport's Chief Executive Officer Kevin Brown added. "This route will provide vital links through to Cairns from Asia and Europe.”

Customers are advised to note that the new flights may not be immediately available in computer reservations systems due to the lead-time required in making system updates. For more information on SilkAir, including its destinations and services, please visit silkair.com.

NEXT Hotel Brisbane officially opened ahead of G20 Summit

SilverNeedle Hospitality has officially declared its flagship NEXT Hotel open in Brisbane, together with the Lennons Restaurant & Bar, a modern restaurant and bar featuring Queensland’s best artisanal produce.

Lennons was the name of the hotel in the NEXT Hotel building prior to SilverNeedle Hospitality carrying out its rebranding and redevelopment as the NEXT Hotel Brisbane.

Source: SilverNeedle Hospitality.
The Right Honourable Lord Mayor of Brisbane
Graham Quirk, and Iqbal Jumabhoy, Managing Director
& Group CEO of SilverNeedle Hospitality on the
roof terrace for the opening ceremony.

Following a multi-million dollar redevelopment, Singapore-based SilverNeedle Hospitality adds hotel rooms to the city of Brisbane, which will host the G20 Summit next month. Located in Queen Street Mall, one of Australia’s busiest pedestrian malls and close to the Queensland Performing Arts Centre, Convention Centre and the Brisbane River, NEXT Hotel Brisbane and Lennons Restaurant & Bar are perfectly located to suit the professional and leisure needs of the business traveller. 

"We are excited to launch the first of our flagship brand, NEXT Hotels, in Brisbane. This is also the first hotel in Australia where guests, by downloading the NEXT App, can use their smartphones as mobile keys for their rooms. In another first in Australia, NEXT Hotel Brisbane provides a Samsung Galaxy S4 phone in every room that guests can access as a wireless hotspot when they are outside the hotel,” said Jumabhoy. "Our dedication to providing innovative service points to our commitment in making time count for our busy guests.”
In addition to the innovations mentioned by Jumabhoy, NEXT Hotel Brisbane can also connect calls for guests in Australia through their room numbers, even if the guest is not in the room. 

Another first for Australia was announced during the official opening - US-based fashion giant Forever 21 is locating its first store in Australia in the retail space of the the NEXT Hotel building.

For further details or to make a booking, please visit: nexthotels.com/brisbane