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New Map for Busselton

Visitors have additional reasons to explore Busselton's town centre thanks to the release of a new walking map, produced by Margaret River Busselton Tourism Association (MRBTA) with funds from the City of Busselton’s Economic Development and Marketing Grants Program. Busselton's newest visitor tool encourages visitors to go exploring on…

Jenny LeeDecember 14, 2023

What's new from the MRBTA?

MRBTA Christmas Opening Hours 2023

MRBTA Central Reservations; Busselton & Margaret River Visitor Centres Open every day except Christmas Day Email: [email protected] Telephone: (08) 9780 5911 MRBTA Industry Development (Membership) Open as usual during office hours (closed weekends and public holidays) Email: [email protected] Telephone: (08) 9780 5959 MRBTA CEO & Marketing team Please contact Membership…

Jenny LeeDecember 11, 2023

Business Insights Member Events Workshops & Industry Training

Workshop Wrap: Mastering LGBTQ+ Inclusive Experiences | Nov 2023

The Mastering LGBTQ+ Inclusive Experiences workshop, held on Tuesday 21st November at Tanah Marah, was a fantastic session led by Charlie Douty, the Founder of Welcome with Pride & Husbands That Travel. Their "Welcome with Pride" accreditation program recognises operators committed to providing genuinely inclusive experiences for LGBTQIA+ visitors. The…

Melissa CarmichaelNovember 28, 2023

Business Insights Get Involved Member Events Workshops & Industry Training

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

Industry News & Updates Public Relations

Seasonal reminder from WA Police for accommodation operators

As we build into summer, outdoor event season and periods of peak visitation across the region, Officer in Charge, Sergeant Adams at Dunsborough Police Station has some timely advice for regional accommodation operators and short term holiday property managers: "We wish everyone a safe and happy holiday in the region,…

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

Cruise Ships Industry News & Updates What's on?

Cruise season commences for 2023-2024 with the Coral Princess

The 2023/2024 official cruise season kicks off in the region this weekend with the arrival of the Coral Princess. Coral Princess - Sunday 12th November 2023 With capacity for 2,000 passengers and 895 crew, the ship is on a 28 day ‘Round Australia’ cruise, starting and finishing in Sydney. The…

Peta FussellNovember 6, 2023

What's new from the MRBTA?What's new in the industry?

MRBTA Member Update & AGM

Thank you to everyone who attended this year's Member Update and Annual General Meeting at Clairault Streicker Wines. The evening was warmly received and included an overview of our key achievements as we work to build on the economic, cultural, social and environmental contributions that tourism makes to our community.…

Julia KellerOctober 27, 2023

Industry News & Updates Staff Shortages

Worker Accommodation at Southern Stars Holiday Park Open For Bookings

Southern Stars Holiday Park in Dunsborough has developed new camping facilities for seasonal workers which are now open for bookings. Businesses or seasonal workers wishing to secure sites on a short- or long-term basis are encouraged to contact Southern Stars Holiday Park directly to discuss requirements, via (08) 9755 1331…

Jenny LeeOctober 26, 2023

Regional News What's new about MRBTA members?

Kinto Has Moved To Busselton

A few years back, when I visited some friends of mine in Brussels, I was baffled to learn that they didn’t own a car. It was certainly within their budget; however they lived in the middle of a large city where parking was an issue and public transport was a…

Julia KellerOctober 11, 2023