The importance of major events as drivers of tourism has been emphasised by the results of the latest TTF-MasterCard Tourism Industry Sentiment Survey, with 96 per cent of senior industry executives supporting government involvement in securing and developing major events.

The Fair Work Commission Minimum Wage Panel has handed down its minimum wage decision increasing award wages by 3% effective from 1 July 2014.

Star Ratings Australia has announced a new strategic direction following a successful transfer of management to Australian Motoring Services.

Funds to attract direct international flights and develop domestic aviation partnerships will be delivered in the 2014-15 ACT Budget.

“Today marks the start of construction on the largest fully-integrated convention and exhibition facilities in Australia, and over the next two years an intensive construction schedule will be undertaken to deliver the project by the end of 2016.