Territory’s (NT) national parks are reason enough to choose the state for your Australian incentive programme. Beginning at Uluru, Australia’s Red Centre, groups can experience this ancient formation via sunrise tours or starlit dinners. Stay overnight in one of 15 luxury tents at Longitude 131 in the dunes alongside Uluru. A 1.5-hour drive east of Darwin, NT’s capital, Kakadu National Park, the largest in Australia at 12,427sq miles, boasts pristine waterways, navigable by boat or air. Aurora Kakadu in the heart of the wetlands offers 132 rooms and an attractive event venue for 120 people. For groups looking to add an environment-focused CSR element to the incentive programme, Australian fibre artist Aly de Groot runs workshops where guests craft jellyfish sculptures frommarine debris collected from beaches in the Northern Territory. Based at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Esplanade, MK Eco by Starwin can host workshops for groups of up to 24 at a time. What’s new:
marsupials live. With no natural predators, these little guys are friendly – but don’t feed them. Navigate the small island on Segways, by foot or by bike and stop off at any of the many dazzling beaches for a picnic, before staying awhile at the 80-room Samphire Rottnest hotel. Back on the mainland, Perth’s mix of contemporary shopping, dining and business districts seamlessly integrate with the rich culture and history of its surroundings. History buffs will want to check out the quaint town of Fremantle – a 20-minute train ride south of Perth with several museums and the World Heritage Site Fremantle Prison. North of Perth you can find the moonscape Pinnacles, where you can enjoy a sunset picnic or go stargazing after dark
Longitude 131 is in the dunes beside Uluru ■ Kings Canyon Resort has welcomed six permanent luxury tents for glamping. Each tent has its own ensuite, split air-conditioning system and an outdoor deck with seating. ■ The Drovers Dream provides a luxury camping experience in Kings Creek Station, set amongst desert oaks, boasting views of the George Gill Range. A helping hand: The Tourism Australia Business Events Bid Fund Program, launched in 2018, offers financial support to new international incentive, association and exhibition events during the bidding stage. Financial support received through the Bid Fund can be used to offset event costs in Australia, such as accommodation and venue hire.
among these naturally occurring limestone rocks, standing up to 3.5 metres high. To the far north of Western Australia, the Kimberly coastline offers tranquillity and adventure in equal measure. Take advantage of exclusive hire of the True North luxury boat and enjoy bespoke itineraries that include snorkelling, diving, fishing, hiking, picnics, natural history and Indigenous-led cultural activities. What’s new: ■ Perth’s Matagarup Bridge Climb and Zip Line is a thrill-seeking experience that sees participants ascend to the summit of the bridge’s main arch and take a 1,312-foot zip line to the opposite riverbank. Northern Territory Defining Australia’s outback, the Northern
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