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Oct 14 2021

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MRBTA Member Finalists in 2021 Perth Airport Western Australian Tourism Awards

By Melissa Carmichael | Industry News & Updates, Networking Events, Regional News

A number of MRBTA member businesses have been recognised as finalists in the 2021 Perth Airport Western Australian Tourism Awards. These awards recognise and reward business excellence, innovation and professionalism in tourism across the state. MRBTA would like to congratulate the below members on their efforts and being recognised for...

Oct 11 2021

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September 2021 Member Mingle Wrap & Social Snaps

By Michelle Deighton | Member Events, Networking Events, What's new about MRBTA members?, What's new from the MRBTA?

Our September Member Mingle was held at the gorgeous Happs Wines in collaboration with Goanna Bush Gallery Café. The co-hosts gave members and stakeholders an evening to remember by exploring different spaces with delicious food and wine pairings. During the evening Stacey Lewis, Sales and Marketing Manager at Happs Wines,...

Sep 20 2021

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PhD Student Research: Viticultural Landscapes and Regional Tourism

By Jenny Lee | Industry News & Updates

MRBTA and MRWA are supporting a research project by PhD student Rebecca Pearson, from the University of Adelaide, that is exploring the link between sustainability and tourism in food and wine regions. As a high-profile food and wine region that has a joint focus on both tourism and agriculture, Rebecca…

Sep 20 2021

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South West Critical Workforce Campaign

By Melissa Carmichael | Industry News & Updates

We’re partnering with SWDC and other government, industry, education and training providers to investigate solutions that address critical labour shortages in the Busselton and Margaret River regions. We want your feedback on hospitality entry level roles for local juniors aged 15-17, to fill casual summer vacancies and potentially more regular employment….

Sep 15 2021

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MRBTA Acquires Eagles Heritage Raptor Wildlife Centre

By Jenny Lee | What's new from the MRBTA?

Dear members, Please find below the press release on MRBTA’s acquisition of Eagles Heritage. You should have received this information directly to your inbox. If you aren’t receiving emails from our team, please let us know and we will rectify this. Get in touch via membership@margaretriver.com. Best wishes, The MRBTA…

Sep 15 2021

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New guidelines for tourism signage eligibility

By Jenny Lee | What's new in the industry?

Main Roads WA has published new guidelines and eligibility criteria for businesses wishing to benefit from road signage on State roads. What has changed for tourism businesses? The guidelines include a tightening of the assessment criteria used in the approval process for new tourism signage. Assessment Criteria The guidelines will…

Sep 15 2021

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RSM Australia: Mundane compliance work, or key to a successful business?

By Melissa Carmichael | Business Insights

For most business owners, accounting and bookkeeping tasks are generally not high on the priority list, often preferring to spend time working ‘in’ their businesses rather than ‘on’ it. Many tourism and hospitality businesses are rejoicing at the prospect of being able to spend fewer hours in the office crunching…

Sep 13 2021

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Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse Works

By Melissa Carmichael | What's new from the MRBTA?

Significant restoration works have now begun at Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse. The restoration is undertaken by the Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) as part of its nationwide maintenance and conservation program for lighthouses across Australia. The restoration works are expected to be completed in March 2022. During this period, the Lighthouse…

Sep 02 2021

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Stuart Hicks AO Appointed Chair-Elect of MRBTA

By Jenny Lee | What's new from the MRBTA?

The Margaret River Region’s peak tourism body and Local Tourism Organisation, Margaret River Busselton Tourism Association (MRBTA), is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Stuart Hicks as its new Chair-Elect. Mr. Hicks brings to the role over 40 years’ experience as a pre-eminent state and national leader in planning,…

Aug 30 2021

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2021 MRBTA Board Elections: Call for Nominees

By Maureen Kollman | Industry News & Updates, What's new from the MRBTA?

MRBTA Board of Directors | Call for Nominees | 2 x Board Director positions Margaret River Busselton Tourism Association’s Board of Directors wish to advise two (2) positions will be declared vacant at the 2021 Annual General Meeting and hereby invites nominations from members interested in joining the Board. What is...

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