| | | | | | | | | | Tourism Australia Update | | This week is NAIDOC Week and the theme is Get Up! Stand Up! Show Up!. With celebrations held across Australia to celebrate and recognise the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, NAIDOC Week is an opportunity for all of us to learn a little more, so make sure you check out what events are being held in your local area. Last week, with the release of the 2021 Census results, we gained an interesting insight into the changing profile of Australian families. With over 50 per cent of Australians either being born overseas or having a parent born overseas, it helps to explain why visiting friends and relatives is such an important tourism driver, and why it is the first segment to be returning as we emerge from the pandemic. In another positive step for our industry, Australia lifts all international border COVID-19 restrictions today, including the Digital Passenger Declaration. Read more here. Earlier today, Tourism Australia hosted the Tourism Leaders’ Lunch in partnership with Tourism New Zealand. Discussion with special guests was centred around the theme of ‘Achieving an Enduring and Regenerative Tourism Recovery’. Read more below. We would also like to acknowledge the passing of industry leader Bill Spurr AO this week. Bill’s passion and contribution to the tourism industry, particularly in South Australia was unmatchable and we have lost a true advocate and friend. Our sympathies go out to Bill’s family, friends, and colleagues. Phillipa Harrison | | | | |
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| | | | | Tourism Australia and Tourism New Zealand host Tourism Leaders' Lunch | | Tourism Australia hosted the Tourism Leaders’ Lunch in Sydney/ Warrane today, in partnership with Tourism New Zealand. The Rt Hon, Jacinda Ardern, Prime Minister of New Zealand shared opening remarks and Karl Stefanovic hosted a panel with Senator the Hon Don Farrell, Australia’s Minister for Trade and Tourism, the Hon Stuart Nash, New Zealand's Minister of Tourism, René de Monchy, Chief Executive of Tourism New Zealand and Phillipa Harrison, Managing Director of Tourism Australia for a discussion focused on the theme of ‘Achieving an Enduring and Regenerative Tourism Recovery’. |
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| | | | Spotlight on Indonesia | | This week, ‘Spotlight on the Regions’ features an interview with Agitya Nuraini, Tourism Australia’s Country Manager Indonesia, who shares her insights and observations from the Indonesian market, as well as updates on key stakeholders and activities to keep Australia front of mind. Read the update here. |
| | | The June Hot List | | Tourism Australia has released its latest travel 'Hot List' for June 2022, available now on its corporate website. The guide to the latest news and tourism offerings across the country is updated monthly. The 'Hot List' contains a wrap-up of new places to stay and experiences to enjoy around Australia. Check it out here. |
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| | | | | Canada Aussie Specialist Training Sessions | | Tourism Australia hosted the first of a series of Aussie Specialist Program (ASP) training sessions in eight cities in the Greater Toronto and Metro Vancouver areas, in June. The events attracted over 130 travel advisors who were new to selling Australia and not yet Aussie Specialists. Advisors were educated on the basics of selling Australia, the features of the recently relaunched ASP platform, and the benefits of becoming an Aussie Specialist agent. As a key distribution partner in Canada, Goway Travel provided advisors an overview of their key Australia products, innovations, and latest promotional efforts. |
| | | Australia Marketplace Japan & South Korea | | Seller applications are open for Australia Marketplace Japan & Korea 2022, which will be held in Seoul, South Korea from 26 to 27 September and Tokyo, Japan from 29 to 30 September. The event is an opportunity for representatives from the Australian tourism industry to establish business relationships with key travel agencies, wholesalers and tour operators from Japan and South Korea. Sellers can attend both the Japan and South Korea components or one market only. Each event will include two days of pre-scheduled appointments and networking opportunities. Visit the event website for information and to start an application. Seller applications close Friday 8 July. |
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| | | | | Australian tourism supporters gather in London | | Last week, Tourism Australia held a summer event in London to thank key trade, media, airline partners and other supporters for their continuing efforts to help the rebound of travel to Australia. Around 150 guests enjoyed Australian beverages, and Aussie pies which proved very popular. The event was a reunion for many who were meeting for the first time since border restrictions in both Australia and Britain were relaxed. Also in attendance was Sydney World Pride CEO Kate Wickett who spoke about the important opportunity the Sydney World Pride event will present next year. |
| | | Australia hosts international business events planners | | Last week, Tourism Australia’s specialist business unit, Business Events Australia, hosted qualified business events planners and media from the UK and USA on famils to Cairns/ Gimuy and Sydney/ Warrane. The famils, which form part of Business Events Australia’s distribution activity, provide decision makers with the opportunity to experience the ease of travelling to Australia, the wealth of new and unique product available and Australia’s event delivery capabilities. During their stay, the planners enjoyed a range of experiences including a scenic helicopter flight over the Great Barrier Reef, a dinner at the Sydney Opera House, and a wildlife encounter at Taronga Zoo. |
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| | | | | | | Tourism Tasmania Industry Webinar | | Tourism Tasmania is hosting an industry webinar to show operators how to navigate the new TVS Analyser and interpret the data. Recently upgraded to an interactive dashboard, the TVS Analyser website provides access to Tasmanian Visitor Survey (TVS) statistics. To attend on Friday 8 July at 10am register here or on Tuesday 19 July at 2pm register here. |
| | | Queensland Tourism Experience Development Fund | | The Queensland Government is investing $15 million in the 2022-23 Budget’s Tourism Experience Development Fund. The funding will help operators refresh existing attractions or start the foundations for new experiences. Grants of $50,000 to $200,000 are available for projects with high growth potential and include ecotourism, accessible and inclusive tourism, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander experiences and adventure tourism. Applications open on 15 July and close on 26 August. Read more here. |
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| | | | | Regional New South Wales Business Case and Strategy Development Fund | | The $24 million Regional NSW - Business Case and Strategy Development Fund supports local councils, joint organisations of councils, not-for-profit, industry and Aboriginal community groups with funding to develop business cases or strategies for regionally significant projects and initiatives. Find out more here. |
| | | Qatar increases flights into South Australia to meet strong demand | | Qatar Airways has increased its flights into Adelaide from Doha and Auckland from three to five flights weekly. It comes as data from Adelaide Airport shows the number of weekly domestic airline seats has exceeded pre pandemic levels. With the additional flights, the carrier will operate 38 weekly flights to Australia. Read more here. |
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| | | | | | | Spicers Tower Lodge opens in the Hunter Valley | | Last Friday, following a $6m renovation, the iconic Tower Lodge in Pokolbin reopened as Spicers Tower Lodge. The exclusive retreat now offers all-inclusive packages to stay in one of 14 unique rooms and dine at the gastronomic destination, Sebastian Restaurant. Built in a modern Spanish mission style, the retreat features handmade Mexican terracotta tiles and thick adobe-rendered walls with warm, earthy textures and colours. The rooms feature a large bedroom, lounge, dressing room and indulgent bathtubs. In the heart of the Hunter Valley, Spicers Tower Lodge introduces an ideal spot for an inspiring getaway. |
| | | Kakadu Tourism launches business events and incentives program | | Discover Aboriginal Experiences member, Kakadu Tourism, has launched a collection of packages designed for conference, incentive and special interest groups with the spectacular Kakadu region as its backdrop. Kakadu Tourism Incentive Trips offers comprehensive itineraries, covering meetings, activities, catering, and experiences for discerning groups looking for unique experiences. Targeting both interstate and international groups, the packages include distinctive experiences of the UNESCO World-Heritage Listed National Park. Featured in the program is new dining experience, Kakadu under the Stars and twilight river cruise, Crocs and Canapes, showcasing the natural landscape, unique wildlife and rich cultural heritage of Kakadu dating back over 65,000 years. |
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| | | | | The Tesselaar Tulip Festival prepares for 67th year | | The Tesselaar Tulip Festival is celebrating their 67th year this Spring with their festival commencing Saturday 10 September and running until Sunday 9 October 2022 in Silvan, Victoria. Operating daily, guests can admire over 135 varieties of tulips in a celebration of colour and enjoy live entertainment and Dutch hospitality. Australia’s largest wooden shoe and replica Dutch windmills will be on display to create plenty of photo opportunities. Traditional Dutch treats and Clog Dancing workshops will also be on offer as visitors make their way through the garden display and sculpture exhibit. |
| | | Luxury reef accommodation unveiled, The House on Lizard Island | | Newly built, world-class reef house, The House, opened its doors on 1 July. Situated on the exclusive Lizard Island on the doorstep of the Great Barrier Reef, The House offers luxury reef accommodation with unparalleled levels of privacy. Bespoke experiences are curated by a team of experts to highlight the exceptional food and wine, pristine natural environment, and range of island activities. The estate is built on a secluded corner of the island and includes the main residence, The House as well as a separate sanctuary, The Cottage to accommodate up to eight guests in laidback luxury. |
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