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The Tourism Council of WA hosted the 2024 Sustainable Tourism Forum on 27 February. It was an informative event with great announcements that will support tourism operators who work closely with the environment or seek to improve sustainability within their businesses. Below is a quick recap of topics covered, some…
Tourism WA & Australia’s South West hosted the 2024 Regional Roadshow on 28 February. The event provided an opportunity for local tourism businesses to hear from a range of representatives from Tourism WA, Tourism Australia, Australia’s South West, Tourism Council WA and WAITOC. The updates provided details on the work…
Awards & Accreditations Congratulations to the MRBTA Members who were awarded at the 2023 Qantas Australian Tourism Awards! These achievements not only reflect the outstanding quality of our tourism offerings but also highlight the dedication of our members in making the Margaret River Region a truly exceptional destination. Origins Market: Gold,…
The South West DAMA (Designated Area Migration Agreement) is a special migration program which assists businesses operating within the South West to access a broader range of occupations as well as concessions not generally available through the standard skilled visa programs. As part of the DAMA, shortages in skilled…
Experiences Update Cape2Camp: A new addition to Cape2Camp’s unique self-guided and fully catered hike and tenting experience is the Family experience which caters to children’s needs with shorter hiking sections and special snack packs provided. The Studio Gallery: After many years of providing outstanding hospitality alongside a range of stunning…
Guest Post by PrimeSites Digital In the year ending September 2023*, 11.1 million overnight (domestic and international) visitors came to or travelled within WA and 22.9 million day trips were taken within the State. Together, these visitors spent $17.3 billion in the State, $8.1 billion (47%) of which was…
Accommodation Update Hilton Garden Inn Busselton: 2024 has started off well with the eagerly anticipated opening of the new Hilton Garden Inn. The Hilton is a key addition to the Busselton Foreshore precinct with 110 rooms, food & beverage options and a stunning function space with views over the bay…