Above and beyond

Five unique Australian experiences, showcased at AIME 2025, 
offer exciting possibilities for corporate groups

1. Aboriginal Heritage Walk, Melbourne
Set within the lush Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne, this Aboriginal Heritage Walk offers a deep dive into the culture and customs of the Kulin Nation. The 90-minute experience is led by a First Peoples guide through an exploration of native plants used for food, tools, and medicine while sharing stories of Country.

Ideal for private groups of up to 20 per guide, with additional guides available for larger bookings, this immersive journey provides a meaningful connection to Australia’s Indigenous heritage in Melbourne’s 
city centre.

2. Farmer’s Daughters, Melbourne
Farmer’s Daughters brings the rich flavours of regional Gippsland to Melbourne, offering a true artisan farm-to-table experience across three distinct levels. The Rooftop, the venue’s largest space, delivers a greenhouse-inspired setting with seasonal cocktails, Gippsland wines, and curated menus showcasing the region’s best produce including their popular soda bread.

The space accommodates up to 48 seated guests or 70 for cocktail receptions, with customisable F&B packages. Heated and weatherproof, this gourmet oasis with a retractable roof is a great way to experience the region while remaining in the city.

3. Wintjiri Wiru, Northern Territory
Set atop a desert dune with panoramic views of Uluru and Kata Tjuta, Wintjiri Wiru blends Anangu storytelling with cutting-edge technology. The Sunset Dinner version of the show begins with a gourmet hamper featuring native ingredients, enjoyed in an open-air theatre under the desert sky.

As night falls, choreographed drones, lasers, and projections bring the sacred Mala story to life. This immersive experience accommodates up to 200 guests cocktail-style, with multilingual narration devices available on request.

As custodians of the land, Anangu hold the Mala story from Kaltukatjara to Uluru.

4. Reef & Island In A Day, Cairns
A new partnership between Zoom Helicopters and Sunlover Reef Cruises introduces the Reef & Island In 
A Day experience, an exhilarating mix of flight and reef exploration.

Groups of 10 to 600 pax can opt for a 10-minute scenic flight or a 25-minute heli transfer before arriving at the Moore Reef pontoon. With activities involving a semi-submersible, glass-bottom boat, and helmet diving, guests have adventurous options without getting their hair wet, before enjoying a premium lunch and island adventure – great for team bonding.

5. Minjerribah Culture, Food & Wildlife Tour, Brisbane
Kiff & Culture designs immersive, high-end group experiences across Brisbane and beyond.

For a deeper cultural connection, the Minjerribah Culture, Food & Wildlife Tour takes groups of two to 24 pax on a guided exploration of Stradbroke Island, combining Indigenous storytelling, wildlife encounters, and a premium seafood feast. Bespoke itineraries, including heli-tours and multi-day adventures, cater to business events of multiple sizes.

Alternatively, the Fire to Fork dining experience showcases locally sourced produce slow-cooked over open flames in stunning alfresco settings, with options for wine pairings, and at private locations such as Roma Street Parklands.

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