Monday, February 17, 2014

Woodlands is the Spot for Your Next Corporate Function

If you think your next conference will need to be held in some boring conference room in the back of a busy hotel, then you have never visited Woodlands of Marburg. Our beautiful historic estate provides one of the most elegant of corporate function venues. Our modern facilities mixed with historic charm might have you thinking you are actually on holiday rather than business.

Our plantation style mansion is a historically listed location surrounded by gently rolling hills, and lovely views from almost any spot in Woodlands. Many people retreat to Woodlands for weekend getaways or romantic outings. However, our conference facilities can make even a dull business meeting an enjoyable event. We try to give you what other corporate conference venues simply cannot supply; a relaxing, elegant environment which will make your meeting go more smoothly for everyone involved.

Your team will be able to think more clearly in this lovely setting. Whatever objectives you have set for your business conference will be achieved in a far more stress free atmosphere.  Your team will be relaxed and rejuvenated in our modern facilities overlooking peaceful natural settings.

Many corporate event venues are limited in the type of experience they can provide your business team. At Woodlands we pride ourselves on the ability to make sure each individual client receives just what they are looking for. A few of the events we are ready to help you organise include:
  • Corporate lunches- Our amazing catering services will wow your team and get everyone in a great working mood.

  • Team building activities- Our expansive grounds provide plenty of room for your creative team building activities.

  • Seminars- The peaceful Woodlands atmosphere provides the perfect place to help your team clear their minds, and learn new things.

Our conference rooms come ready equipped with TVs, DVD players and projectors. If there is any other equipment you are in need of, our staff will do their best to accommodate your needs.

Contact one of our event planning specialists today to start planning your next corporate event. We would love to make your next event, not only a productive business conference, but also an enjoyable memory for you and your team.

Choosing Between Conferences and Teleconferences


In the context of conferences, one of the most interesting possibilities that have come up in recent times is the increasing usage of teleconferences. In short, the participants exchange information through telecommunications rather than meet in person at business conference facilities. Although the practice has been possible since the introduction of telephones, the Internet has also made it closer and closer to the real thing, so much so that teleconferences are eating more and more into the usage of business conference facilities. However, meeting in person at corporate conference venues still retain a number of crucial benefits that teleconferences cannot emulate, something that businesspeople should consider while planning their future conferences.

Here are some of the reasons that meeting in person at conference venues Brisbane can be more fruitful than teleconferencing:.
  • First, meeting in person at corporate conference venues is better than teleconferencing because face-to-face communication is the most effective method for exchanging information while minimizing the distortion of information. In part, this is because people are better at communicating in person because much of communication consists of non-verbal components. However, face-to-face communication is also superior because there is no barrier between the participants that can cause confusion, not least because clarification can come in an instant.

  • Second, meeting in person at corporate conference venues provides participants numerous chances to build relationships that can serve to bring them closer. This is important because relationships are needed to enable people to function as cohesive units rather than chaotic collections of confused individuals. Furthermore, relationships are easier to build in person than through telecommunications, not least because the face-to-face exchange of information lends a human touch that the cold and rather impersonal nature of telecommunications cannot impart.

  • Of course, there is also the fact that participants of conferences held at business conference facilities are much more receptive than their teleconferencing counterparts. Ensconced in the attractions of the best conference venues Brisbane, participants are better inclined to the conference-holders, which is a simple but effective method to reach past their natural reluctance to listen. 

It must be noted that conference-holders can combine face-to-face communication with teleconferencing to ensure the effective exchange of information while reaching the maximum number of people. In fact, the best conference venues Brisbane will have the facilities needed to facilitate such approaches

Which Ipswich Wedding Venue to Choose?

A bridal couple has many items on their to-do list, and one of the most important tasks is to find a suitable wedding ceremony and reception venue. A good look at Ipswich wedding venues allows couples to choose the setting that best suits the style of the wedding as well as fitting into the proposed budget.

Before searching for the best wedding venues in Ipswich, the engaged couple needs to decide what type of venue they want by asking the following questions:

·       Where should the wedding reception be located? Wedding planners advise that the locations of the ceremony and reception are as close together as possible. Guests don't like to have to drive miles to get from one place to the other. Also, if they have to wait for too long for the newly married couple to arrive at the reception, they are likely to get bored. 

·       What time of year is the wedding? This may seem an obvious question, but it's essential. Many wedding reception are planned in summer and can be potentially ruined by thunderstorms and heavy rain. A middle-of-winter wedding needs a cosy venue, not one that is draughty and exposed to the elements. 

·       What is included in the venue hire package? Communication is key, and couples need to meet with the event coordinators to find out what facilities are available and to discuss their ideas about flowers, cakes, and décor. 

·       What facilities are available for guests? Think parking, accommodation for guests who want to stay over as well as leisure activities for those guests. 

·       What choices does the venue offer with regard to food? Venues offering wedding catering are usually more than happy to cater for vegetarians or guests who have food allergies. 

Woodlands of Marburg offers affianced couples a variety of indoor and outdoor wedding reception venues in their spacious 250-acre grounds, while the 100-year-old chapel or open-air grotto are perfect for the taking of marriage vows. 

Contact Woodlands of Marburg, Queensland, today for an appointment to make sure that the planned marriage nuptials are a time of celebration and fun.  

Tuesday, February 4, 2014

Woodlands of Marburg- The Best in Business

Built in 1890, Woodlands of Marburg is situated in a picturesque location surrounded by beautiful nature and scenery.  They offer a great selection for catering needs from leisure to business. Woodlands of Marburg is highly recommended for corporate function venues and highly regarded by those that use the venue as the best on offer.

Woodlands of Marburg offers an ideal setting for companies that are based in urban or built up areas; the rural location combines all the beauty of nature with modern facilities. This gives staff the chance to focus on the matter at hand without day to day distractions of hectic city life.

The staff of Woodlands of Marburg are highly adept in what they do and are the best hosts of any corporate event venue, well organised and are there to help take away the stress of organisation.
Business partners and managers alike want to know that their money is being well spent; Woodlands of Marburg aim to please each customer and are open to personal requests. It is great to actually see a venue look as good in real life as in the pictures or brochure!

Take a look- http://www.woodlandsofmarburg.com.au/your-event/conferences

A Class Act

Woodlands of Marburg offer a plethora of services; corporate lunches, conferences, seminars, staff planning days, meetings, teambuilding exercises, charity events and fundraisers. They have a solution for any function or gathering.

It is important for corporate conference venues to be fully equipped. Woodlands of Marburg conference rooms all come with projector screens, DVD/TV/VCR, full air conditioning, whiteboards and wireless broadband internet connection. This gives the opportunity to give the perfect presentation.
Companies and staff can even choose to do things outside in the well maintained, lush gardens ideal for meetings and discussions.

People are welcomed to request a tour around the venue so they can see how grand the place is with their own eyes before committing to any booking arrangements.

Catering Requirements

Another great thing about Woodlands of Marburg is the option to book for small group to large parties. A day visit for 12 people costs only $55 per person and the function rooms can hold from 35 people all the way up to 350!

There is also the option for overnight accommodation, so for a total experience to meet demands of location, quality, luxury and value; there's no venue better than Woodlands Of Marburg.