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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

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

Capes Foundation Sustainable Tourism

3,000 Generations Presentation – Thank You

Many thanks to all MRBTA members and community members who attended the 3,000 Generations and the Next One presentation at Margaret River HEART. Please find below a note from MRBTA Chair Stuart Hicks. Dear Member, It was tremendous to see the community come out in such strong numbers for…

adminNovember 2, 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

Member Events

September 2023 Member Mingle Wrap

Last week, our latest Member Mingle took place against the picturesque backdrop of Brookland Valley & Houghton Wines alongside our industry partners at the Dunsborough Yallingup Chamber of Commerce (DYCCI). Natalie and her team at Brookland Valley & Houghton Wines warmly welcomed us to their cellar door and provided insights…

Melissa CarmichaelSeptember 27, 2023

Capes Foundation Events Media Releases What's on?

Locals Invited to Learn from Wadandi Wisdom

A number of local organisations have joined forces to provide the community with the chance to learn from the wisdom of the Wadandi people through a special presentation and Q&A with Wadandi Elder, Dr Wayne Webb, and MRBTA Chair Stuart Hicks AO. Entitled "3,000 Generations & the Next One", the…

Julia KellerSeptember 22, 2023

What's new from the MRBTA?

Tales & Trails Spring/Summer 2023/24 Edition Out Now!

Introducing the Tales & Trails Spring/Summer 2023/24 edition — read online, download on your favourite device or grab the traditional hard copy, all for free. We are dedicated to documenting the fascinating, the innovative, and the lesser-known stories about this special place and the people who live here. These inspiring tales are…

Julia KellerSeptember 13, 2023