4 tips to promote your next conference

You have arranged the corporate function venue well in advance. The accommodation packages are all sorted, there is plenty of parking and fabulous facilities available for the guests. So the next problem is promoting the conference and making sure that everyone who should be there – is there. Knowing the date and the location of the corporate event venue is also a good idea.

Promoting a conference sounds easy – and it is if you follow these 4 time saving tips:

1.    Offer early bird pricing: Most conferences offer a discount for attendees booking by a set date. This keeps you on top of the numbers and allows you to step up your promotions if the numbers are not stacking up.

2.    Promote the corporate function venue: This is a neat step to encourage attendees. If your conference is in a fabulous corporate event venue (and who doesn’t want that?) – then make the most of it and promote the location and the venue to potential attendees. Lots of people attend conferences based on the location, the conference they can take or leave!

3.    Use social media: If you haven’t already explored social media for your business then now might just be the right time to do that. Promote your conference on the corporate Facebook page, on Twitter and on LinkedIn. So many people will catch your event promotions – it is a whole new world out there.

4.    Create an event website: This is great to promote the venue and the location and to present information on the guest speakers. You can even have an online payment facility to make payments easier.

Woodlands of Marburg offer fabulous accommodation, first class food and a great location for your next corporate event. Your guests will love our facilities and our beautiful countryside – perfect for hiking or long walks, or investigate the wineries and vineyards, take a helicopter ride or check out the Australian Motorcycle Museum.

For the more adventurous you can include a murder and mystery evening, when booking your conference with us.

So if you are looking for a corporate function venue with a twist – and want to make your conference extra special – call us on 07 54644777 or complete our enquiry form.

Trouble shooting business conferences – facilities, accommodation and much more

Everyone wants their conference to run smoothly, but there are countless problems that can crop up and catch you unawares. Some of these are to do with the business conference facilities, some with the conference accommodation and others are just niggly problems that you can do without.

So here are 3 problems that you might or might not see coming:

1.    Costs blow out: this is a big one, or it can be a big problem if you don’t keep your eye on the ball. You need to itemise everything that is going to cost you money that is to do with the conference. Then look at your budget.

Make sure you select the conference accommodation that gives you the best corporate package. Decide if your budget will include accommodation and food - main meals, morning and afternoon teas. Next you need to consider whether you are going to pay for any alcoholic drinks and what your budget for that will be. Then compare the corporate packages from each business conference facility, and decide which ones fit the bill.

2.    Technology: Depending on the objectives of your conference, you may need jut the basics – teleconferencing, white boards, TV/DVD/VCR and WIFI. So make sure the business conference facilities you are looking at include these in your package.

If your need other devices, not supplied by the business conference facility, ask them to recommend a local supplier or maybe you can bring them along from your company.

3.    Boredom: Again, depending on the purpose of your conference you may want to schedule in some morale boosting, team building and networking activities into the conference. Selecting the conference accommodation solely on costs may seem like a great idea at first, but if there is no opportunity for these sort of activities then your conference might not be as successful as you hoped.

Woodlands of Marburg is situated in some of the loveliest countryside in South-East Queensland. We have lots of fabulous hiking and swimming spots in the area (we also have a great swimming pool and a fitness gym on the grounds), vineyards and wineries and we even have our very own murder and mystery night in our dark, underground cellars – so give a call and add a twist to your next conference. 

For more information on our corporate packages and our conference accommodation call us on 07 54644777 or make an online enquiry.

Murder and Mystery at your Next Corporate Function?

Corporate function venues can sometimes be all work and no play. Now and again you just need something to spice up your next corporate function - a little fun or an unusual activity maybe? But it is not always easy to find a venue that offers everything you need – and that little something extra you are seeking.

Well, look no more – how about adding a little murder and mystery to your next corporate function? You won’t find many corporate event venues that can add such excitement to your evenings!

Imagine a themed evening based on the popular Cluedo board game and asking, ‘who killed Colonel Mustard with the candlestick in the study?’

Well Woodlands of Marburg has a rich history of hauntings and suspicious deaths – just ripe for an evening of murder and mystery.

Woodlands of Marburg business conference centre

By day, Woodlands of Marburg is one of South East Queensland’s most premier corporate event venues. We provide first class accommodation, dining and business facilities for all your corporate conferences and team building events.

Our business conference centre is surrounded by beautiful woods, vineyards and landscaped gardens and it is a real pleasure to spend time here. The Woodlands Mansion was built in 1890 by local architect George Brockwell and it is an elegant old building, now fully restored to its original beauty. 

Murder and Mayhem at Woodlands of Marburg

By night, this historical building becomes the venue for murder and mayhem! Deep underground lies the old sandstone cellar, roofed by dark hardwood beams, with only flickering candlelight to see by. And this is where up to 30 friends, family or conference attendees can meet for a memorable evening of murder and mystery.

Our venue provides the perfect setting for you to have a wonderful evening among friends. These themed events deliver all you need to create fully costumed affairs. Watch the laughs as everyone gets into character and tries to solve the murder mystery.

And to add an extra bit of spice – the Mansion is said to be haunted by its original owners. Many locals say that the spirits of priests who lived here when it was a seminary still roam the corridors. And a former maid who was pushed to her death down the master staircase still cries out in despair.

So if you are looking for corporate function venues or a business conference centre with a difference – and you dare to venture into the sandstone cellars at night, call us on 07 5464 4777 or complete our online enquiry form – and ask about our Murder mystery Packages.

5 Reasons Why Woodlands of Marburg is one of the Best Conference Meeting Venues in Australia

When you are searching for conference meeting venues there are certain boxes that need to be ticked. More often than not you find that some conference and meeting venues meet some of your requirements but not all of them. It can be quite frustrating at times.
Well at Woodlands of Marburg – we make sure that we tick all of your boxes, all of the time. So here are 5 reasons why Woodlands of Marburg is one of the best convention and conference venues in Brisbane.

1 Our corporate rates and accommodation packages: We have special discount rates for corporate accommodation. You still have the choice between our standard, deluxe or executive rooms, but at a reduced price. All rooms are air-conditioned and include a continental breakfast. Upgrades to a hot and cold buffet breakfast can be easily arranged.

2. Our location: We are just 55mins south west of Brisbane airport in some of the loveliest country you will ever see. Historic Marburg is a small township of around 500 people and in 2008 it was voted as the friendliest Town in Queensland.

3. Our first class dining: Our Chefs use only the freshest local produce to create our mouth-watering menus. We have something for everyone here and if you want something extra special – we are happy to oblige your tastes. Our ploughman’s lunch is extremely popular and are high teas are the talk of the town!

4. Our facilities: Where do we start? We have everything only the best conference meeting venues can provide. We have all the IT technology you will need, from a TV/DVD/VCR to whiteboards and WIFI. And don’t forget the half-size Olympic pool, the tennis courts and our very own mature vineyards. Select a bottle of our very own wine and watch the sunset with friends – both old and new. And if you love your sports - there is also a golf course nearby as well as motor sports venues.

5. Our friendly staff: Our staff have been with us for a long time and they love working here. They are some of the friendliest people you will ever meet. If we can do anything for you – just ask – it is our pleasure to serve you at Woodlands of Marburg.

So if you are looking for convention and conference venues with a difference – call us on 07 5464 4777 or complete our online enquiry form – and ask about our corporate packages.

Tips For Choosing a Conference Centre

A business conference is usually a great melting pot for ideas and innovative thought from various qualified people. However, if your conference and meeting venues lack the infrastructure and other qualities that make up a world-class meeting point, then your conference may not turn out as successfully as you hoped.

Before hiring a business conference centre, there are certain aspects that need to be reviewed to see if the facility meets your expectations on various levels:

 Accessibility

Although the assumption is that a conference will take place in a convenient location, many organizers fail to do this. For example, if you are expecting attendees from other cities or states, then hiring a conference facility that is nearby to the local airport makes sense. If member of your office staff are going to be the only ones in attendance, then finding a location that is close to your office would be a better choice. This logistic perspective helps saves time and ensures that people are on time for the conference.

 Privacy

Whether or not you need exclusive use of the conference facilities will depend on a lot of factors. Hotel facilities are often hired out on an as-needed basis. For example, if there is a large conference hall, it may be partitioned on busy days so more customers can make use of the services. Naturally, this is more profitable for the hotel; however, if that forces you to compromise on privacy then you may be better off looking at another location altogether.

 Capacity, Features and Facilities

These are the important nuts and bolts of organizing a conference. The conference meeting venues needs to be able to accommodate the full list of attendees, plus a buffer for unexpected but welcome guests. There needs to be enough chairs, notepads, pens and other items that go into creating a successful conference. Food and water should be accessible, as should rest areas for longer conferences. If the event is being organized over two or more days, then accommodation for the attendees needs to be considered. If you have videos or presentations for the conference, then it needs to have projectors and other facilities.

Fine Holiday Accomodations In Queensland

The Woodlands of Marburg was originally built in 1890 as a family home for a local business man. The mansion started undergoing restorations in 2002 under the current owners. Now, the beautiful hotel and well-maintained grounds are the perfect location for romantic couples, family holidays and business events. The Woodlands offers a number of luxury accommodations and facilities to its guests. Bunya House has a number of rooms for discriminating holiday goers.

Pleasurable Holiday Visits

When it comes to fine accommodation, Queensland offers little better than what is offered by this fine mansion. The 39 rooms are well outfitted; guaranteed to suit a guest's personal needs in comfort and style. There are six family rooms and 32 standard rooms. Each is finely decorated and fully furnished. Better, each accommodation house is set close by the dining rooms, function rooms and recreational facilities.

Guests can relax on the grounds of the Woodlands Ipswich accommodation. Queensland offers much natural and cultivated beauty here, easily enjoyed with a simple stroll. The grounds of this historic mansion offer an established winery. The vines offer a fine view for an evening's walk. The fine wines produced here are often enjoyed during the stay and later purchased for home. After a walk, guests can slip into the half-sized Olympic pool for a refreshing swim. Or, guests can enjoy a brisk game of tennis, day or night.

Business Accommodations

In Ipswich, function venues do not get much finer or more flexible than what is found at the Woodlands of Marburg. Small groups can find a haunted thrill in the cellars. The Sandstone Cellar Room offers small gatherings the chance to enjoy flickering candlelight amid a ghostly atmosphere. Rooms like the Thomas Lorimer Parlour can seat sizable groups, up to 40 individuals, in the old world charm of red ceder panelled walls, crystal chandeliers and original fireplaces from the 1890s.

Larger groups have access to larger function rooms. The Marquee can seat up to 350 people comfortably. It is fully capable of meeting modern needs while still offering scenic views of the mountains of Queensland and exquisite furnishing like chandeliers and a full bar.

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.