Canberra Convention Centre to get $5.4 million refurbishment

The Canberra Convention Bureau (CCB) has welcomed the Australian Capital Territory Government’s budget decision to provide $5.4 million for the refurbishment of the National Convention Centre.

The decision follows a budget submission by the CCB and National Convention Centre seeking support for an upgrade so the Centre remains competitive in attracting business events in the lead up to the proposed Australia Forum development.

Commenting on the decision, CCB Chairman Patrick McKenna stated “business events provide substantial and positive economic benefits for the Canberra region.

“It is important that the city has a convention centre that can continue to draw national and international business events while we work towards progressing the development of Australia Forum.”

National Convention Centre Manager Stephen Wood said the refurbishment package was designed to be activated around the existing business at the Centre and is expected to commence late 2015.

Wood stated “the $5.4 million over two years for refurbishments will improve the customer experience including new carpet, painting, upgraded digital signage and other technical components, new seating and a makeover of bathroom facilities.

“The investment will also upgrade existing technology including security systems, movable walls and lighting."

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