No Images? Click here New phone number for TTT1300 072 240Please update your records Director AppointmentsGhis Gallo from the Crystal Caves has been appointed by the Board as a Special Interest Director. Ghis was also appointed as Vice Chair at the 2016 Annual General Meeting and serves on the TTNQ Board of Directors. Peter Danford from Cedar Park Rainforest Resort was appointed at the 2016 Annual General Meeting as Director for Northern region 2 (zone 2) representing members in towns and surrounding areas of operators within the western side of Kuranda to Mareeba; Walkamin; and the Tablelands gateway of Cairns. Laurence Jones from Rainforest Gems has been appointed following the 2016 Annual General Meeting as Director for Southern region 1 (zone 4) representing members in towns and surrounding areas of Tolga; Atherton; Tinaroo; Kairi; Herberton; Wondecla and Irvinebank. Minutes of 2016 Annual General MeetingThe minutes from the 2016 Annual General Meeting can be viewed <here>. The minutes also includes clarification of the queries raised during the Annual General Meeting and outcomes of a full review of the AGM process. Seeking Expressions of InterestExpressions of Interest are being called from members to fill 2 vacancies on the Board of Directors. The role of a member of the Board is to set the strategic direction of the organisation. Board members have a legal and moral responsibility to manage the organisation in the best interests of the community it serves. Current positions vacant: Director for Southern region 2 (zone 5) representing members in towns and surrounding areas of Yungaburra; Malanda; Lake Eacham; Peeramon and Tarzali. Director for Southern region 3 (zone 6) representing members in towns and surrounding areas of Millaa Millaa; Ravenshoe and the Tablelands gateway of the Cassowary Coast. Expressions of Interest may be emailed to office@tropicaltablelandstourism.com.au Discover 2017/18 Visitor Guide increases print copyAs a result of the support from advertisers, we are delighted to advise that Discover Atherton Tablelands Visitors Guide 2017/18 will have a print run of 110,000 copies! The objective of the production and distribution to be a standalone project that truly showcases the many experiences across the Atherton Tablelands. Over recent years, print copy has had a gradual reduction to ensure membership funds and marketing dollars are not used to support the growing costs for distribution. Our Visitors Guide is available online and via the Discover App which all contribute to ensuring it reaches as many visitors as possible using a variety of channels. The next edition will be launched just prior to Easter 2017. Thank you again for your support. Cycle TourismThe Atherton Tablelands offers a world-class mountain biking experience for our visitors. Businesses throughout the region can embrace this market by following a few guidelines to accommodate the mountain biking tourist. For further detailed information as to how your business can successfully attract and engage with the cycling tourism market, download the Cycle Welcome Booklet and the Bike Friendly Checklist. Crocodile Trophy 2016The official video from the Crocodile Trophy 2016 event truly showcases the stunning landscapes of Tropical North Queensland and our world class mountain bike trails. Stage 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, and 7 are on the Atherton Tablelands - a fantastic event that builds destination awareness. Follow us on FacebookNot to be confused with the destinations Facebook page, TTT's corporte Facebook page @tropicaltablelandstourism is a growing platform for members and the community to receive updates on industry tips, corporate news and member opportunities. Corporate Facebook page: @tropicaltablelandstourism Destination Facebook page: @athertontablelands WelcomeWelcome to our new members: Trinity Plains Tourist ParkLocated at 186 Tinaroo Creek Road, Mareeba, this brand new family owned and operated park is now open. The park caters for caravans, motor homes and tents with plenty of powered and un-powered grassed sites close to Mareeba. Tourism Fact FileFor the year ending September 2016, TNQ welcomed 877,000 international visitors and 1,880,000 domestic visitors. Event listings free on ATDWThe Australian Tourism Data Warehouse (ATDW) is globally unique. It offers the most comprehensive, quality assured digital database and multi-channel distribution network for tourism data, industry products and destination information. ATDW supports over 40,000 listings across 11 product categories, published by over 150 online distributors. Listings for events are free! For more information, visit the TEQ website or register your event with Tropical Tablelands Tourism who will create the listing on your behalf. Share your newsIf you have any news, notices, awards, achievements, event information or specials, please forward this information to TTT. Where applicable, your news will be distributed through any of the following channels:
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