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Welcome to our events, exhibitions and showcase listing page. If you have a special showcase, exhibition or event that you’d like us to promote on this page, please email us the full details of the program along with the relevant photos to editor@dailystraits.com. We accept listings from around the globe, just be sure to shoot us an email with the complete details and we will do the rest.

Creator Summit Returns

Perth, Feb 2: FUJIFILM Australia has unveiled the full program for the second annual Creator Summit: Powered by Fujifilm, heading to The Timber Yard, Port Melbourne on Saturday, 9 May 2026 (10am–6pm) after a sold-out debut in Sydney last year.
Headliners include comedic duo Toni Lodge and Ryan Jon (keynote on building genuine communities) and photographer Jord Hammond (on building a purpose-led career beyond the influencer economy). Also featured are The Daily Aus co-founders Zara Seidler and Sam Koslowski, plus Pinterest ANZ with Head of Content Partnerships Jace Molan and a group of leading Pinfluencers on 2026 visual trends.
The one-day event offers 20+ talks, panels and workshops, with sessions from creators including Tara Chandra, Fujifilm X-Photographer Russell Ord, and documentary photographer and Fujifilm X-Photographer Dr Michael Coyne, alongside hands-on activations such as Sip, Shoot, Repeat; Café de Paris; Hit Record Live; and action photography masterclasses. The program will be hosted by Maddison Sullivan-Thorpe (Shameless Media’s Style-ish podcast).
Attendees will also have access to the Partner Hub featuring brands including ALPAKA, BenQ, Adobe, ATOMOS, RØDE, NiSi, Leofoto and Nanlite, plus a Fujifilm House of Photography Pop-Up with event-day deals and complimentary sensor cleans. Early bird tickets are on sale now for $45, with entry including access to all sessions and a goody bag valued at $250+.

Yo-Chi Sweetens Mondays

Perth, Feb 2: Yo-Chi has partnered with the Victorian Department of Transport and Planning to launch my-Chi Monday, offering 20 per cent off frozen yoghurt every Monday for Victorians aged 17 and under who show a valid Youth myki.
Running from 2 February to 23 March 2026, the promotion aligns with Victoria’s free public transport policy for under-18s, designed to ease cost-of-living pressures and encourage young people to use buses, trains and trams as part of their everyday routines.
“Yo-Chi is all about good vibes, connection and celebrating the little moments,” said Oliver Allis, Brand Director at Yo-Chi.
“We pride ourselves on creating safe and inclusive spaces for everyone. We also love getting involved with the community and striving to be better in sustainability. When this opportunity came up to partner with DTP which helps with cost of living for youth, plus encourages public transport, it was a match made in Yo-Chi heaven.”
He added: “my-Chi Monday is our way of saying thanks to young people for hopping on board public transport. It helps most Yo-Chis are right near a tram or bus stop. We cannot wait to see smiles every Monday from the kids making up for no more topping up their Myki, by topping up their 20% off Yo-Chis.”
The initiative comes as free public transport for under-18s is estimated to save up to $755 per young person per year, with early signs showing increased uptake of public transport among young Victorians.

ABEA Adds Memberships

Perth, Feb 5: The Australian Business Events Association (ABEA) has launched two new Associate Membership categories — Student Membership and In-house Planner Membership — to broaden access for people entering or working in the business events industry, including those delivering events within organisations outside traditional event companies.
The new categories were approved at ABEA’s Annual General Meeting in November 2025 and are aimed at supporting emerging talent and professionals working across corporates, universities, associations and not-for-profits.
Melissa Brown, CEO, ABEA said the business events industry extends into many types of organisations from corporates, for-purpose, universities, associations, and everything in between.
“The new Associate Membership categories help us cater to colleagues in all areas of business events, by creating a more inclusive and practical pathway.
“We warmly welcome students and in-house planners and other event staff to connect with the industry, build capability, take part in our education and join a national community that supports professional growth.
“We need many hands to create the future we all desire for our sector,” said Brown.
Pricing is set at AU$150 per year for In-house Planner Membership and AU$60 per year for Student Membership. Associate members receive access to ABEA’s community, educate.

Sip Coco Sponsors Gold Coast Open

Perth, Feb 5: As part of the deal, Sip Coco’s canned coconut water will be provided to surfers during the World Surf League qualifying event, with its range of flavours also available for spectators. The brand is also partnering with Surfing Queensland’s Surf Sisters program, which supports female surfing in Queensland.
Sip Coco Marketing Director Tayla Dodd said the Queensland business was thrilled to be supporting a local event.
“I can’t think of a better fit for our natural coconut water than a Queensland surfing event. Sip Coco is the taste of summer, it’s like a tropical holiday in a can, and with no added sugar and natural electrolytes, our pure coconut water is the perfect way to rehydrate after a surf or on a hot summer’s day on the Goldie. As a homegrown business, we are proud to be supporting homegrown talent in the Sunshine State and we can’t wait to see surfers and punters sipping our cool, colourful cans at the Gold Coast Open,” Tayla said.
Sip Coco launched in 2025 and is positioned as a no-added-sugar coconut water option in a 330ml can. The brand offers pure coconut water and flavoured varieties, including chocolate, passionfruit, ginger, watermelon, lychee and pineapple.
Surfing Queensland Head of Operations Elliot Dempster said the five-day event would combine elite surfing with a wider community program.
“While there is no doubt the Gold Coast Open is a prestigious stop on the Australia regional tour and offers world class surfers a major opportunity to earn critical ranking points toward qualification for the 2026 Challenger Series, this year’s event will bring so much more than just elite surfing to Burleigh Heads. Over five days, we’re putting on a fantastic community event with live music, skate demonstrations, a beach bar, sunrise yoga, and fun, interactive experiences with partners like Sip Coco. We are thrilled to have Sip Coco onboard this year and love working with like-minded local businesses to amplify our event for participants and attendees,” Elliot said.
The company said it recorded more than $1 million in sales in its first six months and is now stocked in more than 500 cafés and retail outlets nationwide, with the Gold Coast Open marking its first major event sponsorship.

Propel-AIR 2.0 Launches

Perth, Feb 5: ARM Hub will host MassRobotics leadership for a week-long Australian visit to mark the official launch of Propel-AIR 2.0, Australia’s AI and robotics innovation accelerator. Joyce Sidopoulos (Co-Founder and Chief of Operations) and Marita McGinn (Director, MassRobotics Accelerator) will be at ARM Hub in Brisbane on February 16–17, 2026, before travelling to Sydney for university sessions and industry meetings through February 20.
The tour begins with Propel-AIR 2.0’s official launch on Tuesday, February 17 at ARM Hub, where Minister for Industry and Science Tim Ayres will open entries for the 2026 program. The event will feature demonstrations from QUT, The Fish Girl, Roo-VER, Verbotics, and 2025 Propel-AIR winner Dominic Lindsay from NexoBot.
“We’ve been collaborating with ARM Hub for the past couple of years, and it’s been exciting to support and watch Australia’s robotics ecosystem mature,” said Joyce Sidopoulos, Chief of Operations at MassRobotics.
“This visit is about deepening those connections—sharing what we’ve learned about robotics commercialisation, learning from Australian universities and startups, and celebrating the launch of Propel-AIR 2.0. Programs like this create a powerful bridge between local innovation and global opportunity, and we’re thrilled the winner will spend a month at MassRobotics building relationships and accelerating their path to market.”
“Australia’s robotics ecosystem is at a turning point,” said ARM Hub CEO and Founder Professor Cori Stewart. “Having MassRobotics here to launch Propel-AIR 2.0 connects our innovators directly to one of the world’s leading robotics hubs, right when our National AI Action Plan is creating momentum for embodied AI adoption.”
Entries open February 17, 2026, with the winning team receiving a one-month residency at MassRobotics in Boston, including mentorship, investor connections, and scheduled visits to organisations such as Boston Dynamics and MIT.

Sarawak Courts Oceania

Perth, Feb 9: Sarawak is ramping up its push for Visit Malaysia Year 2026 (VMY2026), as Malaysia targets 43 million visitor arrivals, by taking its destination pitch directly to the Oceania travel trade through the Total Holiday Options (THO) Mega Roadshow 2026.
The trade-only B2B roadshow ran from 27 January to 5 February, covering six cities across Australia and New Zealand — Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, Sydney, Melbourne and Perth — putting Sarawak in front of itinerary planners and agents who influence long-haul travel decisions.
Sarawak Tourism Board (STB) said Oceania continues to show steady potential, with visitor arrivals from the region up 9.3% from pre-pandemic levels to the end of 2025, and Australia ranking among Sarawak’s Top 10 source markets in 2025.
“For long-haul markets such as Australia and New Zealand, destination awareness alone is not enough. Confidence drives conversion, and confidence comes from direct engagement with the trade,” said Dr Sharzede Datu Haji Salleh Askor, Chief Executive Officer of Sarawak Tourism Board. “Our presence at the THO Mega Roadshow reflects Sarawak’s commitment to showing up, telling our story accurately, and positioning Sarawak as a destination that delivers meaningful, well-curated and responsible travel experiences in line with Visit Malaysia Year 2026.”
STB said the roadshow supports Sarawak’s positioning within multi-city and twin-city itineraries via regional gateways such as Kuala Lumpur, Singapore, Bandar Seri Begawan and Jakarta, while also advancing collaboration with airlines and tourism partners, including meetings with Tourism Malaysia in Sydney and the High Commission of Malaysia in Wellington, with follow-on initiatives expected to include trade campaigns, tactical promotions, agent training and media familiarisation.

Free GP After Parties

Perth, Feb 11: Jack Daniel’s is bringing back Jack’s Garage to The Espy in St Kilda for a second year, offering four free nights of live music during the 2026 Australian Grand Prix.
Running Thursday 5 to Sunday 8 March, the series will feature one headline Australian act each night, with free entry via RSVP. The lineup includes The Presets (Thu), Slowly, Slowly (Fri), Anna Lunoe (Sat) and Keli Holiday (Sun), with organisers saying more race-week events will be announced soon.
RSVPs are now open via the embedded links.

Sarawak Targets Indonesia

Indonesia, Feb 11: Sarawak Tourism Board (STB) has boosted its Indonesia market push by participating in ASTINDO Travel Fair 2026 from 5–8 February at the Indonesia Convention Exhibition (ICE), BSD City, Tangerang, followed by post-fair B2B trade engagements in Jakarta from 9–10 February.
The activity was undertaken following an official invitation by Tourism Malaysia – International Promotion Division (South East Asia) and aligns with Visit Malaysia Year 2026 (VM2026), which has a national target of 43 million visitor arrivals.
“Indonesia remains a priority short-haul market for Sarawak, and ASTINDO Travel Fair provides a valuable platform for us to engage consumers while strengthening trade confidence through targeted follow-up engagements,” said Dr Sharzede Datu Haji Salleh Askor, Chief Executive Officer of Sarawak Tourism Board. “By linking consumer interest with trade-ready products and long-term partnerships, we are positioning Sarawak to deliver sustained visitation in support of Visit Malaysia Year 2026.”
During the four-day fair, STB promoted Sarawak’s tourism offerings under Tourism Malaysia’s pavilion, spotlighting experiences across its Culture, Adventure, Nature, Food and Festivals (CANFF) pillars. STB said the follow-up B2B sessions with selected Jakarta-based agents were designed to convert consumer interest into sellable itineraries, joint marketing initiatives, and structured trade follow-ups.

Kalos Tour Goes Global — With a Sydney Pop-Up

Perth, Feb 12: Trainers around the world are preparing for Pokémon GO Tour: Kalos – Global, a free in-game event running on February 28 and March 1, 2026.
The global weekend event will bring Kalos-inspired gameplay to millions of players, featuring special encounters, themed bonuses and time-limited experiences available to Trainers everywhere. While the event is free to join, Pokémon GO is also offering an optional paid ticket for those who want to enhance their experience, available now through the in-game shop and the Pokémon GO Web Store.
In Sydney, fans will have the chance to take the celebration offline, with a special Pokémon GO pop-up set to run across both days at Westfield Parramatta. Located on Level 2, the activation will offer a Pikachu sun visor giveaway, photo opportunities for Trainers and fans, and a limited chance to collect exclusive Pokémon GO pins by checking in to the official meetup on the Campfire app, while stocks last.
Trainers planning to attend are encouraged to claim a free ticket via the event website to register their interest and secure their spot, with tickets limited.
With Kalos-themed adventures happening in-game and an on-the-ground meet-up in Sydney, Pokémon GO Tour: Kalos – Global is shaping up to be a weekend focused on community, exploration and celebration.

Alpro Launches RM1 Vitamin D Screening

Kuala Lumpur, Feb 12: Alpro Pharmacy is rolling out a nationwide Vitamin D screening campaign for pregnant and breastfeeding mothers in Malaysia, aiming to boost early detection and preventive care.
Running from 1 February to 30 April 2026, the initiative—called Project D—responds to growing concern about Vitamin D deficiency and the lack of awareness around how low levels during pregnancy and breastfeeding may affect bone health, immunity and baby development.
To improve access, particularly for underserved communities, Alpro Pharmacy is offering Vitamin D screenings at a highly subsidised rate of RM1 at participating Alpro Pharmacy outlets nationwide.

BonusLink boosts CNY rewards

Perth, Feb 16: BonusLink is running a Chinese New Year campaign from 16 to 28 February 2026, offering members more ways to earn points online and redeem rewards at discounts of up to 70%.
Through BonusLink Stores, members can earn 1,000 points (worth RM10) when spending a minimum of RM100 with participating brands including Shopee, Zalora, Sephora and Uniqlo. BonusLink is also promoting its Chinese New Year Redemption Sale, featuring up to 70% off selected BonusLink Premium items and a 500-point rebate on selected Premium redemptions.
New users who sign up via the BonusLink website or BLINK app can get 50% off physical card designs, including the limited-edition Pawsperity BLINKIE card. The campaign also includes additional earn opportunities at Shell and incentives of up to 45,000 points (worth RM450) for eligible Ambank Visa Card applicants.
“This festive season, we want to give Malaysians more to celebrate by making rewards easier and more meaningful,” said Rossan Cheong, Chief Commercial Officer, BonusLink. “By expanding the way members earn through online shopping and giving them more ways to maximise their points through attractive redemption offers, we’re ensuring BonusLink delivers real value, whether they’re shopping for the season or preparing their homes for family gatherings.”

Tattoo Triumphs Brisbane

Perth, Feb 20: Ticketek Entertainment Group (TEG) says the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo has made a successful Brisbane debut at Suncorp Stadium, drawing more than 110,000 fans across four nights (12–15 February) via promoter TEG Live and The Entertainment Lab. The 75th anniversary production, The Heroes Who Made Us, was staged exclusively in Queensland and marked the first time the event has been presented in Brisbane, as well as the first to deliver four consecutive performances at Suncorp Stadium.
Early indicators suggest the season attracted over 40,000 visitors to Queensland and delivered an estimated $60 million economic impact for Brisbane, with a further $90 million indirect impact — taking the total estimated benefit to more than $150 million.
“The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo delivered an unforgettable four-night season in Brisbane.
“Across all four performances, the Tattoo captured the city’s imagination and created an atmosphere that was nothing short of electric,” Minister Powell said.
“With accommodation occupancy reaching up to 92 per cent across the event, it’s clear that global experiences like this do more than fill seats, they energise the city and drive tourism momentum in line with Destination 2045.
“A spectacular production like this brings people together, and Queenslanders and visitors alike embraced every moment.
“The Tattoo’s four-night season created an energy and excitement that will stay with us long after the final drumbeat.”
More than 1,100 performers from 13 nations featured across the season, led by the Massed Pipes and Drums and including military and police pipe bands from Australia, Scotland, and New Zealand. “To deliver an event of this scale, with more than 1,100 performers, four consecutive stadium shows and extraordinary interstate visitation, is a proud moment for our team and partners. The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo is one of the world’s most iconic cultural events, and Brisbane embraced it wholeheartedly. We are grateful to the Queensland Government and Suncorp Stadium for their partnership in bringing this historic production to life.”

Dancers Chase Global Dream

Perth, Feb 20: DANCE FOR YOUR LIFE is a high-stakes feature documentary following ten of Australia’s rising young dancers as they compete for a coveted spot with a world-renowned international dance company and the chance to launch professional careers on the global stage.
The film features standout talent including Emily Smith and Conor Bann-Murray from Dance Life, alongside Max Ostler, who previously appeared on America’s Got Talent. It tracks the group’s journey from Australia to London, where they face fierce competition and personal challenges while auditioning for Shapehaus, a new dance company created by internationally renowned choreographer Dean Lee.
Lee — whose credits include work with Janet Jackson, Kylie Minogue, The Pussycat Dolls, Eve, Chaka Khan, Shania Twain, The Jacksons, and Leona Lewis — sets a demanding standard as the dancers pursue a permanent contract under his uncompromising mentorship.
DANCE FOR YOUR LIFE is directed by multi-award-winning documentary filmmaker Luke Cornish and will release in cinemas nationwide on Thursday 2 April.