Merry Christmas    We are contactable throughout the holiday break. Simply phone (02) 9526 1221 and leave a message, email libby@vmsconferences.com.au or call Libby 0410 560 701.           venue search reward!   new facebook group  Please click on the icon below below , make a comment or simply "Like"   Air Pacific almost doubles Sydney schedule Air Pacific is adding an extra six flights per week from Sydney to Nadi from Monday (Jan 15), almost doubling the airline's current offering and introducing a new, convenient schedule. Accor buys management of 48 Mirvac hotels in Australasia In the biggest Australasian hotel move of the decade, Accor has entered into contracts to acquire Mirvac Group's hotel management business and a 21.9 per cent stake in the company's Mirvac Wholesale Hotel Fund for AUD$255 million. Darwin Convention Centre now offering free WiFi Darwin Convention Centre will rings in 2012 with free WiFi service for all conference delegates, and those attending exhibitions and other events at the venue. . Peppers exapnds in NZ with launch of Peppers Parehua Country Estate Luxury accommodation provider Peppers has expanded its New Zealand network with the launch of an exclusive country estate in the heart of Martinborough wine   client  programs Let us really look after you and your business – with our premium package we’ll take care of your every need If you work in Government we’ve got solutions for you government organisers & facilitators If you need help organising your conference or meeting we can assist you. Click on Club G below for information tailored to you. premium package Visit the venue before you make the final decision for your conference. Let us take you there! our clients What better way to learn what we can do for you than through what our clients have to say?       corporate ...friendly, expedient service... Michelle Carter, Uniden       associations ...taken away the headaches... Brian Smith, EO, LCSA    government ...professionalism at all stages... Peter Balding, NSW Dept Education & Training            venues ...best customer service standards... Ross Buchannan, Sydney Marriott Hotel    communities ...family friendly focus.. Scott Morrison, Federal Member for Cook     TALKING VENUES NEWSLETTER New Venues - Famil to Fairmont Resort Blue MountainsWe will be offering an opportunity for conference organisors from both the government and corporate sectors to join us in reviewing the restoration of this former conference icon of the mountains 10 – 11 February 2012. Further details will be provided in the new year but you may send email to mike@vmsconferences.com.au to register your interest.  Technology Breakfast – “Unconference” Following up on the very successful breakfast on Hybrid Conferencing in June at ..... read more   VMS established in 1988 experienced & knowledgeable technically capable respected deliver outcomes VMS was established in 1988 as Venue Marketing Service promoting venues and as our clients requirements have changed so have we. We have a small knowledgeable and experienced team under the leadership of Libby Madden-Schrafft utilising the latest technology in delivering our services. Our focus is on providing the platform and support to deliver the outcomes! We are well known and respected by industry for our knowledge and delivery. Significant time is spent visiting venues, communicating with their staff (across all levels) and establishing the necessary relationships to “cut through” aspects that may inhibit you maximising your conference investment. It’s all about achieving positive outcomes and value for money. Partners hotel groups independent venues regional tourism bureaus airlines & transport av providers, video production & webcasting presenters, facilitators & speakers team activities & partner programs The people we work with to deliver your event are extremely important to us and we have developed over time an understanding of their needs to ensure maximum delivery for our clients. Once again the professional relationships (at many levels) we have developed are constantly updated with any changes or developments in these organisations which enable us to get things done more effectively. communicate There are four easy ways for you to reach us.  No matter which you choose we will respond in a timely manner  enquiry form   phone +61 2 9526 1221 email click here to email us mail PO Box 403 Caringbah, NSW 1495