19-20 June 2025

Gold Coast Convention & Exhibition Centre

Foreign Labour

Foreign Labour It is important to make sure all foreign staff involved in the event have relevant visas and insurance covering them for their time in Australia. All construction, materials and safe work practices must comply with the relevant Australian Standards. All foreign labour must also have an understanding of these practices/standards. Any non-Australian staff […]

Public Liability Insurance

Public Liability Insurance Diversified is committed to delivering the best event experience and outcomes for our Exhibitors and visitors. A key part is ensuring that every exhibitor is sufficiently insured against the kinds of risks that may occur in connection with the exhibition, especially Public Liability, All Risks on Property and Employer’s Liability. Diversified has […]

Loading Dock Access

Loading Dock Access FoodTech QLD is running a scheduled move in and move out for any vehicles requiring access to the loading dock. This includes couriers, stand builders and any parties involved in the set up and pack down of your stand. If you require access to the loading dock for any reason, you must book a […]

Deliveries & Delivery Label

Deliveries To assist in the smooth delivery of goods to your stand, all deliveries must be addressed as per the Delivery Label Neither the venue nor the Organisers will take delivery of any goods, packages or other material on behalf of exhibitors, nor will the Organisers accept responsibility for the safety or well-being of any such […]

Show Attendee List Scam

WARNING: HOAX THIRD PARTY EMAILS AND LETTERS Please be aware that FoodTech Qld has been the target of groups trying to take advantage of the event’s size and success. Some exhibitors are getting phone calls and e-mail messages from individuals offering all types of services such as fake exhibition directories and attendee databases, through to […]

VISA and Passport Requirements

VISA and Passport Requirements Australia has strict visa requirements for many overseas visitors. Please check with your travel agency or Australian Consulate to confirm your visa requirements in order to allow for adequate processing times and at least six weeks before travelling. For more information about your visa requirements please visit the Australian Government website. Please Note: […]

Key Dates & Times

Click here to download a PDF version of the key times and dates MOVE IN Space Only Stands & Contractors Earlier access prior to the below time is available if you are bringing in oversized equipment or machinery. Please contact GEL Events as soon as possible to coordinate.  Tuesday 17 June 2025 2pm – 8pm Please […]

Competitions/Lotteries & Canvassing

Competitions & Lotteries Trade promotions or competitions are regulated under the Queensland Charitable and Non-Profit Gaming Act 1999. These are free entry draws conducted to promote goods or services Any person may conduct a promotional game; however, they are normally conducted by businesses to promote the sale of products They Do not require a licence For […]

WH&S Rules & Regulations

Rules and Regulations Important: These Rules & Regulations should be read in conjunction with the Terms and Conditions of the Contract  INDEX CLAUSE NO. Definitions 1 Stand to be Ready 2 Stand Limits 3 Name Board 4 Noise 5 Shell Scheme Stands 6 Space Only Sites 7 Contractors 8 Water and Waste 9 Traps, Service […]

WH&S Checklist

OH&S/WH&S Checklist It is the exhibitor’s responsibility to ensure they are compliant with the OH&S/WH&S legislation relevant to that state. To assist with understanding the Work Health and Safety Act please visit the Safe Work Australia web site for further information. The organisers have satisfied themselves that the shows official contractors / suppliers are competent in the […]