AA&P Events and PR

18/09/2026

A big thank you to Larrakia Development Corporation for the invitation to this morning's Black Coffee Darwin event with Nicole Brown at the very impressive new Larrakia Cultural Centre 👏

⭐ Every aspect of the venue has been thoughtfully designed, creating a space that celebrates culture, sustainability, functionality and visitor experience.

⭐ Located directly opposite the Darwin Convention Centre, the cultural centre offers exciting possibilities for conferences, meetings and other events.

⭐ Its proximity, cultural significance and practical event facilities make it an incredible addition to Darwin's business events landscape.

We're already looking forward to finding opportunities to incorporate this remarkable venue into our future events, proudly showcasing this standout Larrakia destination.

Thank you again for the warm welcome and the chance to experience this special space. It was a pleasure to meet the teams from Larrakia Cultural Centre and Soul Essence Restaurant, and we left incredibly impressed. 👏 👏

17/09/2026

Australian Business Events Association Emerging Leaders Coffee Catch-Up in Darwin!

It was fantastic to see emerging and future leaders from across the business events, tourism and hospitality sectors come together to share ideas, build connections and support one another's professional journeys. 🤝🌱

Today's catch-up was part of a national series of Emerging Leaders events taking place across Australia, highlighting the strength of our industry and the value of staying connected.

A huge thank you to Trader Bar for hosting us and creating such a welcoming space for meaningful conversations. 🙌☕

We look forward to seeing this incredible network continue to grow and reconnect at future events!

AA&P Events and PR
Crest NT
Agentur
Cruise Transit
Darwin City Hotel
Larrakia Cultural Centre
The Botanic Gardens Catering Co.

16/09/2026

🚀 A glimpse into what’s possible.

More than 240 Territorians came together for Digital Futures 2026 - a day designed to get them thinking, experimenting and excited about where a future in digital and technology could take them.

And there was plenty to get excited about.

From hearing the very different stories and experiences of Alisa Camplin AM OLY, Dylan Bennett and Dr Guzyal Hill, to getting hands-on in the Tech Hub with Northern Lights NT The Array Learn Make Play, Miss Deb and an incredible line-up of exhibitors, the day was all about making the digital world feel real, accessible and full of opportunity.

For our AA&P team, it was a pleasure to work alongside the Department of Corporate and Digital Development again to bring it all together.

A big thank you to Amy Hetherington - Comedy, SLM AV, PRLX, Cafe 21 and Charles Darwin University, our exhibitors and everyone behind the scenes who helped make the day happen.

09/09/2026

🚨 REGISTRATIONS CLOSE THIS FRIDAY!

The future belongs to those ready to adapt, innovate and embrace new opportunities. 🚀

Join us at Digital Futures 2026 on Monday 14 September at Charles Darwin University Danala Campus and discover what it takes to thrive in a rapidly evolving digital world.

🎤 Hear directly from industry leaders, innovators and changemakers shaping the future of technology, education, innovation and the workforce, including:

⭐️ Alisa Camplin-Warner AM OLY
⭐️ Dylan Bennett
⭐️ Dr Guzyal Hill.

Whether you’re exploring career options, supporting future talent, a parent, educator or professional looking to stay ahead of change, Digital Futures 2026 has something for you.

👉 Register now: https://aapevents.eventsair.com/26df/registration/Site/Register

07/09/2026

📣 Join Sita Carolina at the next Australian Business Events Association Emerging Leaders Coffee Catch-up next week!

As a business events agency passionate about developing the next generation of industry professionals, we know the value of building connections, sharing experiences, and creating opportunities to learn from one another.

If you're an emerging leader working in the business events sector, this informal coffee catch-up is a great opportunity to connect with peers from across the Darwin industry in a relaxed setting.

📅 Thursday, 17 September 2026
⏰ 8:30am - 9:30am
📍 The Trader Bar, Darwin

Thank you to The Trader Bar for hosting the event and offering attendees 10% off beverages for the morning.

Whether you're new to the industry or looking to expand your professional network, we encourage you to come along and be part of the conversation.

👉 Register here: https://www.abea.org.au/eventdetails/41027/darwin-emerging-leaders-coffee-catch-up

Open to ABEA members and non-members who are under 35 years of age or have less than 10 years' experience in the industry.


04/09/2026

📍 WHERE’S Emily Smigowski THIS WEEK?

Last week? Townsville.
This week? Brisbane.
Next week? Darwin.

She’s here, there and everywhere. That’s our girl. ✈️

Earlier this week, Em headed along to the BEDA Brisbane Pop-Up, so we asked her for the quick wrap-up…

🎤 Best part?
“Getting out from behind the run sheet and experiencing an event as an attendee for a change!”

🎤 Why Brisbane?
“With AA&P’s first Brisbane events coming up in November and March, it was a great chance to meet the local events community.”

🎤 Biggest takeaway?
“Nothing beats a face-to-face conversation.”

🎤 Next stop?
Darwin. 🌴

Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre

02/09/2026

From first gas to a first-class celebration💫.
The Beetaloo has been talked about in the Territory for more than a decade. Last night, we had the privilege of helping mark the moment that conversation became reality.
AA&P Events & PR was proud to manage and deliver the Beetaloo First Gas Celebration for Tamboran Resources and Daly Waters Energy at Mindil Beach Casino Resort, bringing together industry, government and stakeholders to recognise a significant milestone for the Territory’s energy sector.
These are the events we love delivering. Big moments, plenty of moving parts, a brilliant team behind the scenes, and an opportunity to create an experience worthy of the occasion.

A huge thank you to the fantastic suppliers and partners who helped us bring it all together Dreamedia Events Charlie Bliss Creative Two of us NT Primetime - Entertainment Division PRLX KWP+Partners

And, of course, to our AA&P team who worked tirelessly in the lead up and on the night. Another exceptional event delivered on home soil. From red dirt to red carpet, we’re proud to be the Territory team trusted to deliver moments like this.

Congratulations to Tamboran Resources, Daly Waters Energy and everyone who has worked to bring first gas to the Territory, and thank you for letting us be part of the story.

31/08/2026

What’s actually changing on-farm - and what’s just noise?

There’s no shortage of new technology, research, products and ideas being put in front of cattle producers. 📈🌱

The harder part is working out what’s actually useful for your operation.

That’s what makes Cattle Australia's Cattle Connect 2026 a little different.

👢 Day one at Charles Sturt University gets you out of the conference room and onto the ground - live demonstrations, machinery 🚜, AgTech 📱, farm tours and access to CSU’s research and facilities.

🎤 Day two brings producers and industry together to tackle the bigger conversations around where Australian beef is heading and what that means at farm level.

📍 Charles Sturt University, Wagga Wagga
📅 22–23 October 2026

If you’re a cattle producer, this event has been built with you in mind.

Register Today https://cattleconnect26.eventsairsite.com/

30/08/2026

AA&P is proud to be working alongside the Larrakia Development Corporation and its highly experienced project team, to deliver the community engagement program for Farrar West, a hugely significant residential land release in Palmerston.

Larrakia Development Corporation is inviting the community to a Community Open Day on Saturday 5 September, 8.30am to 12.30pm at the Durack Community Art Centre. It's a genuine opportunity to see the plans, ask questions and speak to the project team!

Help shape Palmerston's newest suburb!

Farrar West is a proposed new master-planned neighbourhood, beside the established suburb of Farrar in Palmerston. It is envisioned as a welcoming, connected and liveable community where people can build a home, enjoy green open spaces and pathways, and access local services and community facilities. By offering a diverse mix of housing options, Farrar West will help meet Palmerston's growing needs while creating new opportunities for current and future generations.
Larrakia Development Corporation is now undertaking community consultation, and we'd like your feedback to help inform areas, such as recreation and landscaping, connectivity, and how we communicate with you during construction.

Here's how to have your say:
📍 Attend the Community Open Day, Saturday 5 September 2026, 8.30am – 12.30pm, Durack Community Arts Centre, 33 Packard Ave, Durack NT

🌐 Read more on the project webpage: larrakia.com.au/properties/farrar-west
✉️ Contactthe project team: [email protected]
📋 Complete the online survey (available on the website)

Consultations close Friday 25 September 2026.