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Launching from the edge of the world. We are producers of emotive experiences, delivering for those who value connections.

30/09/2025

Big events create big energy. So why not ride the wave?

Think hosting alongside Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, or launching during Melbourne Design Week. When the right people are already in town, your event gets more buzz, more relevance, more impact.

That’s where we come in… making sure the timing works just as hard as the delivery.

📩 Planning your 2026 calendar? Let’s chat.

26/09/2025

Haylee, Kelly and Jen swapped the office for the Gold Coast earlier this month.

A theme of Elevate & Celebrate brought to life with colour, creativity and connection.

From plenaries to gala dinners (not to mention the ice cream cart), our on-site crew made sure every detail landed.

24/09/2025

Four days. 200 delegates. A vibrant Gold Coast experience.

This conference was all about “raising the bar”- and the gala intwined this by elevating and celebrating in style.

Thank you to everyone who supported in bringing everything to life!

23/09/2025

Two days. Back-to-back keynotes, workshops, and conversations designed to spark new thinking.

Earlier this month, we supported an event all about impact - bringing leaders together to talk measurement, investment, and the future of doing business for good.

The agenda was stacked: from policy insights to practical tools, to those big-picture debates that keep people leaning in and connecting long after the sessions wrapped.

It’s always a privilege to help create the space where important conversations can happen.

📩 Got an event on the horizon? Let’s make it one to remember.

19/09/2025

Conference vs Incentive Hotels.

Two very different purposes. Two very different outcomes.

Conferences need structure, flow and scale; big ballrooms, breakout rooms, AV that just works.

Incentives need something else entirely; intimacy, recognition, and the kind of detail that makes people feel valued, truly.

The right venue sets the tone. It shapes the energy in the room, the way people connect, and how the event is remembered long after.

At Motive, this is where we come in. Matching purpose with place, so every event lands the way it should.

📩 Planning your 2026 program? Let’s chat.

17/09/2025

Sometimes it’s easy to get caught up in the deadlines, the logistics, and the back-to-back events. But every now and then, we like to stop and take a Motive moment.

That quiet five minutes before doors open. The lights are set, the room styled, the AV checks done. You look around and think, yep, we’ve built something special here.

It’s the calm before the chaos, the exhale before the buzz, and the reminder of why we love what we do. There are plenty of laughs backstage during awards nights, and plenty of “did we really just pull that off?” stories once everything has wrapped up. But it’s those pre-show pauses we often miss that tend to be the ones that stick.

Here’s to more Motive moments - the big, the small, and everything in between. ✨

Got an event on the horizon? Let’s make it one to remember.

15/09/2025

For business events, Bali is more than a tropical backdrop. One island, five distinct destinations - each with its own strengths, quirks and personality. Choosing the right base isn’t just important, it’s the difference between a program that works and one that wows.

✨ Nusa Dua – Conferences & Large Incentives

Spacious five-star resorts, polished ballrooms, private beaches and smooth logistics. Ideal for 300+ pax programs with everything contained.

Consider: If your group craves authentic Bali culture, add offsite experiences.

✨ Seminyak – Stylish Incentives

Boutique hotels, beach clubs and dining at your doorstep. Perfect for groups wanting buzz, energy and nightlife alongside business.

Consider: Traffic can be heavy and venues spread out. Suits smaller incentives over big conferences.

✨ Ubud – Wellness & Cultural Immersion

Jungle retreats, rice terraces, yoga shalas and spiritual traditions. Ideal for leadership groups or wellness-focused programs.

Consider: 90–120 mins from the airport with limited large-scale venues.

✨ Jimbaran & Uluwatu – Exclusive Escapes

Clifftop resorts, sunsets and show-stopping venues. Perfect for luxury incentives and high-value recognition programs.

Consider: Premium price tag and less walkable - expect transfers.

✨ Canggu – Creative & Youthful Energy

Surf culture, co-working cafés, villas and plenty of Instagram-friendly backdrops. Great for younger teams or creative industries.

Consider: Infrastructure is less polished with traffic and limited large facilities.

The art is matching your group’s size, personality and goals to the right setting - and that’s where we come in.

📩 Thinking about Bali for your next program? Let’s chat.

11/09/2025

A behind-the-scenes look at a 3-day conference for 300 people.

It took plenty of mahi, a few late nights, and a crew who know how to keep things calm, clever, and on track (with a laugh or two along the way). From pack-ins and rehearsals to last-minute styling touches and AV checks, it’s the detail you don’t always see, but it’s what makes the magic happen.

Shoutout to everyone involved:

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Got a big event on the horizon? Let’s chat.

10/09/2025

Turns out a few myths still float around in our industry…

We’ve heard them all, and we’re here to prove they're myths.

With the right brief and the right crew beside you, events can be bold, purposeful, seamless, and full of connection. They can reward people in ways that feel real, and they should never, ever be boring.

That’s the Motive difference. Straight-up, stress-free, and all you need.

📩 Thinking about your next event? Let’s chat.

07/09/2025

August. What a month. 👏

From back-to-back conferences and summits to awards nights, exhibitions and gala dinners - our team has been non-stop this month. With events across Auckland, Christchurch, Hamilton and Queenstown, it’s fair to say this has been one of our biggest (and busiest) stretches of the year.

Every project was different, but the goal was the same: create experiences that connect, inspire and leave a lasting impact. And none of it would have been possible without the incredible Motive crew working hard behind the scenes to make it all happen.

Here’s to a huge August, and to the moments that made it memorable. Bring on September!

04/09/2025

2026 might sound like a long way off… but it’s closer than you think.

The best venues and destinations are already being snapped up, and locking in early means you get first pick of the spaces, suppliers and dates that will make your event stand out.

At Motive, we’re proud to deliver programs that balance strategy with creativity, whether it’s a national conference, an international incentive, or a gala dinner designed to wow.

We know the details matter, and that the right planning window is the difference between a good event and an unforgettable one.

Our books are now open for 2026, and we’d love to help you see what is possible.

Ready to talk 2026? Get in touch today.

03/09/2025

3 days. 300 guests. Cowboy boots. Chandeliers… and everything in between. ✨

From rooftop line dancing to red carpet glamour, the evenings had it all - music, sparkle, celebration, and plenty of moments that brought people together. It was the perfect blend of fun and formality, with details designed to surprise and experiences made to connect.

Proud of our team for the months of planning and detail behind the scenes, and grateful to our incredible partners who helped bring it all to life.
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