The Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre (GCCEC) has been awarded Silver in the Business Event Venue category at the 2025 Queensland Tourism Awards, recognising its reputation for excellence in business events and its significant contribution to the strength and success of Queensland’s visitor economy.
This prestigious honour recognises GCCEC’s industry leadership, reflected in its exceptional event experiences, end-to-end service capability, customer service excellence and responsible business practice. As Australia’s largest regional convention centre, GCCEC continues to attract major events that create considerable and lasting economic and social impact for the Gold Coast and throughout Queensland.
GCCEC proudly congratulates fellow category winners and finalists, recognising their exceptional achievements across Queensland’s tourism and events industry. They also wish to acknowledge the continued guidance and support QTIC provides to the industry and its partners.
General Manager of The Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre, Nick Jeffrey, said the award reflects the dedication and expertise of the entire team. “Earning Silver for Best Business Event Venue is an outstanding achievement for the Centre. It speaks to the vision that guides us and the skill, commitment and care our people bring to every event.”
“We are committed to delivering world-class events through a passionate and connected team, while continually evolving as an industry leader with a distinctly different approach. We are proud to represent the Gold Coast and grateful to our clients, partners and people who support us in delivering events that are inspired by location and perfected by service.”
This recognition follows a strong year for the Centre, marked by record-breaking events and attendance, major investment in new technology and continued advancement of its sustainability commitments through EarthCheck Master recertification. The Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre looks forward to participating in Tourism Week 2026, set to take place on the Gold Coast.