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The following new tourism research is available on the Tourism Research Australia website: International Visitors in Australia: June 2014 Quarterly Results of the International Visitor Survey; August 2014 Quarterly Market Update: The report provides the latest information for industry on the arrivals and spend performance of key inbound markets, as well…
Cape Lodge is offering exclusive new cooking classes with Executive Chef Michael Elfwing, covering a range of culinary areas including cooking with lamb, poultry, marron, chocolate and the art of souffle; Cape to Cape Explorer Tours: Has expanded its wildflower tour program for this Spring. Now offering daily guided tours…
Margaret River Beach Studios are new, modern, beachside studios in Prevelly. There are two open-plan studios, each with their own private entrance, parking and courtyards, creating a private and relaxing atmosphere. They are one street back from the beach, with beautiful views of the Leeuwin National Park from the courtyard….
• GWN7 Top Tourism Awards: We hosted the two judges for the Top Tourism Awards – they had a taste of caving, mountain biking, food and wine and plenty more – fingers crossed now! • ETE: We promoted the region to 50+ buyers at ETE (Extraordinary Tourism Exchange) in August…
A new online social media toolkit released by Tourism Research Australia aims to help event managers understand in eight easy steps how best to use social media to promote their regional events. The toolkit has been developed as a result of a major study co-funded by Tourism Research Australia, South…
On 1 January 2014, management of the Star Rating scheme in Australia changed hands. It is still owned by the Australian Auto Clubs and remains focussed on independently reviewing quality accommodation standards, but has a new management team and an exciting new strategic direction. Join them for a special industry briefing to learn about their plans and…
Channel 7 is planning its first ever combined Morning Show and Daily Edition party in early October – a night for the producers and hosts (Larry, Kylie, Kris, Tom, Sally and Monique) to celebrate their successes over the years on Australia’s highest-rating daily morning and afternoon shows. As part of…
A premium site on the Dunsborough foreshore has been endorsed by the City of Busselton for the development of a café and/or kiosk. The site is approximately 200 metres south-east of Dunn Bay Road with spectacular views of Geographe Bay, adjacent to an existing car park and public amenities. Want…
The Tourism Council of Western Australia is offering tourism training workshops in Margaret River in October. The AMRTA has negotiated TCWA member rates for all AMRTA members. These are tailored workshops to enhance you and your staff’s skills in the areas of customer service, China ready and eTourism. All workshops…
The Boards of the AMRTA and GBTA have unanimously supported the move to a single LTO for the region. To find out more about the decision and what it means for you as a member, you are invited to attend Town Hall meetings which will be held across the region…
