Jenny Lee, Author at MRBTA

Queen Mary 2 wows Busselton, visitors and locals alike

The Queen Mary 2 arrived for her historic first visit to Busselton on Monday 13 February 2017. 2,351 passengers disembarked the ship to be welcomed by a host of activities including live entertainment, gourmet local produce and wine tastings at the new Busselton Visitor Centre and custom designed window displays…

Jenny LeeFebruary 15, 2017

Industry News & Updates What's new from the MRBTA?

State-of-the-art technology at the heart of new visitor servicing approach

The doors have opened at a brand new visitor centre in the heart of the redeveloped Busselton Foreshore, marking a fundamental transformation in the way visitors to the Margaret River region are serviced. Co-located with the historical Ballarat Engine and a new interpretive centre telling the story of Busselton’s famous…

Jenny LeeFebruary 14, 2017

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Margaret River Region Open Studio event attracts record number of artists

The Margaret River Region Open Studios (MRROS) has received its highest number of artist registrations ever for the 2017 event, giving MRBTA members more reasons than ever to help spread the word to visitors. The best way to encourage visitors to experience the event is to encourage them to pick…

Jenny LeeFebruary 6, 2017

Industry News & Updates

Nationals promise ‘tourism investment revolution’

The first of the State Government tourism policies has just been revealed by The Nationals, described as a 'tourism investment revolution' by WA leader Brendon Grylls. The Nationals' website states that the proposed $610 million package would include: Regional Tourism Product and Infrastructure Fund With direct flights from Europe, The…

Jenny LeeFebruary 3, 2017

Industry News & Updates Winery Members News & Updates

U.S. wine influencer trade and media visit

The South West Development Commission, Margaret River Wine Association and MRBTA have collaborated on the itinerary of a Wine Australia-hosted group of influential wine trade and media visiting from the USA this week, comprising the following guests: Brittany Thomas - Senior Wine Buyer / Total Wine & More, the largest U.S.…

Jenny LeeFebruary 3, 2017

Get Involved What's new from the MRBTA?

Brand new Busselton Visitor Centre in final stages

The brand new visitor centre on Busselton Foreshore is nearing completion, with opening scheduled for 10 February - click on the images below to see how it's shaping up. The new visitor centre is an exciting new addition to the vibrant Busselton Foreshore and boasts some fantastic new features: New…

Jenny LeeFebruary 2, 2017

Get Involved Industry News & Updates What's on?

Welcome Queen Mary passengers and WIN!

On Monday 13th February, Queen Mary 2 with 2600 passengers and 1250 crew will visit our shores between 8.30am and 5.00pm. City of Busselton businesses are encouraged to take part in a ‘Nautical Queen Mary’ themed shop front dressing competition. This is a fantastic way to welcome and express your…

Jenny LeeFebruary 2, 2017

What's new in the industry?Winery Members News & Updates

Wine Australia update: Export report; Future Leaders Program; new water status app

2016 Wine export results Wine Australia has released export results for the Margaret River region for 2016. Download the report to find the latest statistics on the top export destinations by volume and value, and how price points are faring for each country. Future Leaders Program Call for applications for…

Jenny LeeFebruary 2, 2017

Industry News & Updates

Funding opportunity: Innovation vouchers program

WA innovators are able to apply for up to $20,000 in professional services vouchers over a maximum period of 12 months to develop their ideas, thereby facilitating opportunities for those ideas to be commercialised. About the Innovation Vouchers Program The IVP is a competitive grant program to assist small to…

Jenny LeeFebruary 2, 2017

Airport What's new in the industry?

Busselton-Margaret River Regional Airport Project Milestone

An exciting milestone has been reached for the Busselton-Margaret River Regional Airport Development Project this week, with a sod turn event attended by City of Busselton, Federal, State and neighbouring local government representatives. About the development The Busselton-Margaret River Regional Airport Development Project is a $69.7 million project to facilitate…

Jenny LeeFebruary 2, 2017