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Member Famil Program: Margaret River September 2024

Our latest Member Famil on Wednesday, September 4, was a fantastic day exploring the Margaret River Region. It brought together MRBTA Members and staff who share a passion for showcasing everything this beautiful area has to offer. By diving into the local scene, everyone got the chance to become true…

Kim DouglasSeptember 6, 2024

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Member Famil Program: Augusta & Surrounds May 2024

Our latest Member Famil program took place on Thursday, May 9, featuring a tour of Augusta and the surrounding region. The event brought together a variety of MRBTA Members and staff who all share a passion for showcasing what the region has to offer. By experiencing the local scene firsthand,…

Michelle DeightonMay 15, 2024

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Member Famil Program: Dunsborough & Surrounds March 2024

The MRBTA Member Famil program for 2024 kicked off with a tour of Dunsborough, Yallingup and Surrounds on Thursday, 14th March. Bringing together a diverse mix of MRBTA Members alongside MRBTA staff, the event once more provided participants a practical understanding of the region's offerings and an opportunity for businesses…

Melissa CarmichaelMarch 21, 2024

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Welcoming cruise ship guests to Busselton and the region – a guide for retailers and high street business

With the regular arrival of cruise ships to the region each season from October to April, below is a guide for local retailers and businesses to help understand this visitor market to assist with considerations and opportunities to engage with the cruise visitor. On this page: Introduction to cruise: Introduction…

Peta FussellFebruary 5, 2024

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Member Famil Program: Dunsborough & Surrounds November 2023

The MRBTA Member Famil on Tuesday, 14th November 2023 unfolded as a day of exploration through Dunsborough and its surrounds. Bringing together MRBTA Members, the event provided a practical understanding of the region's offerings and an opportunity for businesses to showcase their services. The event emphasised the role of member…

Melissa CarmichaelNovember 20, 2023

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What it’s like to travel Australia today as a LGBTQ+ traveller

About The Author: Charlie Douty, Co-Founder of Husbands That Travel Together with his husband, Charlie has extensively explored Australia, sharing their travels with a 140K-strong Instagram community, @husbands.thattravel. He’s partnered with Hilton Australasia, Destination NSW, and MRBTA to deliver LGBTQIA+ inclusivity workshops. He's recently founded the "Welcome with Pride" accreditation…

adminNovember 14, 2023

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One month to IRONMAN Western Australia

On Sunday 3rd December, over 3,000 participants for IRONMAN Western Australia, IRONMAN 70.3 Western Australia, Aquabike and IRONKIDS their family and friends descend upon the region for the 19th IRONMAN Western Australia, hosted in Busselton. Changed traffic conditions and local area access 2023 GWM IRONMAN Western Australia will involve temporary…

Peta FussellNovember 7, 2023

Events Get Involved Leavers WA What's on?

Leavers WA 2023 Information Pack for accommodation & tourism industry

The Year 12 ATAR exams commence next month which means Leavers WA 2023 is under two months away and wristbands are now on sale! Leavers events and support services officially take place from Monday 20th November to Thursday 23rd November 2023, however an estimated 9,500 Year 12 (or equivalent) students…

Peta FussellNovember 6, 2023

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Member Famil Program: Augusta & Surrounds September 2023

Our latest Member Famil on Thursday 7th September took us on a journey through the picturesque area of Augusta and its surrounds. With the springtime sun shining and chauffeured by Jason from the team at Bushtucker Tours, we took in a range of businesses from ‘new kids on the block’…

Melissa CarmichaelSeptember 12, 2023

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Member Famil Program: Margaret River & Surrounds May 2023

Our latest Member Famil took place on Thursday, 11th May and took in a range of businesses in Margaret River & Surrounds. With enthusiastic hosts, the event provided an opportunity for participants to present updates on their offerings to local operators as well as learning more about the activities of…

Melissa CarmichaelMay 22, 2023