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MORE TO EXPLORE IN MOREE
Bubbling hot natural springs, long countryside lunches, Aboriginal arts and history plus vast cotton fields are among the idyllic vistas which feature in a new content package designed to showcase the beauty of regional NSW town, Moree.
The stunning series of videos and images, produced by the NSW Government’s tourism and major events agency Destination NSW, focuses on the array of authentic experiences on offer in Northern NSW.
Minister for Tourism Stuart Ayres said initiatives like this are crucial for growing tourism in rural and regional parts of our State.
“Tourism is vital to rural and regional communities, contributing $19.5 billion to the NSW economy and directly employing more than 90,000 people,” Mr Ayres said.
“The NSW Government is committed to supporting our regions through tourism, and after viewing this beautiful new content, why wouldn’t you want to visit. With such rich history, unique landscapes and an abundance of fresh produce, a trip to regional NSW should be at the top of everyone’s destination list.”
Member for Northern Tablelands Adam Marshall said he is delighted with the opportunity to promote the best of the bush with the world.
“There is so much to see and do in Moree - whether that’s relaxing in the town’s iconic mineral springs, relishing a long lunch in the countryside, appreciating the local art or meet your producers with a tour at a local pecan farm,” Mr Marshall said.
“No matter your age, background or interests, the rich diversity of regional NSW means there is something for everybody to enjoy.”
View and download the new Moree content package from the Destination NSW Content Library.
PIEFEST WRAPS UP A MONTH-LONG CELEBRATION
The Southern Highlands’ month-long celebration of all things pies is coming to a close for 2019, with the finale of 30 days of pie celebrations, PieFest, taking place this weekend. PieFest promises to be bigger than previous years, with 15 pie outlets onsite and more pie themed activities including pie races, pie throwing and more pie eating sessions.
Visitors will be able to taste, purchase and enjoy a pie (or three!), plus vote for their favourite pie in the ‘People’s Choice’ award. Local producers will also be showcasing samples of local wines, beer and cider, with plenty of other activities including cooking demonstrations and entertainment. For the first time ever, the event will also include a vintage Holden car display.
PieFest is on 29th and 30th June at the Bong Bong Picnic Racecourse, Kangaloon Road, Bowral. Gates are open 10am to 4pm daily. Tickets are $10 for adults, children under 15 years old are free, and can be purchased online or at the gate.
For more information, visit PieFest.com.au
JUST OVER A WEEK UNTIL STATE OF ORIGIN DECIDER
The stage is set for a thrilling Rugby League State of Origin Game Three decider at Sydney’s ANZ Stadium, after the NSW Blues evened the score with the Queensland Maroons in Game Two.
NSW fullback Tom Trbojevic was the star of the 38-6 victory in Perth – scoring three tries on his return to the Blues side. It followed Queensland’s 18-14 success at home in Game One of the 2019 series.
The one all tally has forced Game Three into a nail-biting decider to be played at ANZ Stadium, Sydney Olympic Park on Wednesday 10 July. It’s all on the line with NSW looking to defend their title and lift the trophy once again.
Don’t miss out on witnessing Australia’s greatest sporting rivalry in 2019 - buy tickets to State of Origin Three. All tickets include return public transport to Sydney Olympic Park.
State of Origin III is proudly supported by the NSW Government through its tourism and major events agency Destination NSW.
INBOUND STRATEGY WORKSHOPS, MUDGEE & ORANGE
Find out how to target international visitors at the practical Inbound Strategy Workshops in Mudgee and Orange this July. These one-day sessions provide tourism businesses, such as tours, attractions and accommodation, with steps to develop and sell export-ready tourism products to the international travel trade. Topics include market insights and tips, product tailoring, developing trade sales materials, polishing business processes and introducing tourism products to the travel trade. Register now: Mudgee Inbound Strategy Workshop, Tuesday 30 July and Orange Inbound Strategy Workshop, Wednesday 31 July. These workshops are part of the NSW First Program delivered by Destination NSW, to assist tourism businesses to develop, promote and sell great tourism experiences.
BLACK TIE AND GUMBOOT TRUFFLE HUNT RETURNS
For the 12th consecutive year, Borrodell Vineyard in the NSW Central West is set to host its famous Black Tie and Gumboot Truffle Hunt and Dinner on Saturday 13 July. This quirky event sees guests dressed up to the nines, searching for truffles under mainland Australia’s oldest truffle trees with the truffle dogs, before settling down to a five-course truffle degustation feast in an underground wine cellar. The feast is prepared by onsite Head Chef Richard Learmonth and is served with matched wines from Borrodell’s own museum range. Guests can dance to live music throughout the night and are encouraged to dress to impress – with prizes for the most ‘glammed-up’ gumboot and a charity auction of the premium truffle harvest on the day. Tickets to the Black Tie and Gumboot Truffle Hunt and Dinner are $285 per person and can be purchased here. Guests are encouraged to book quickly as the event usually sells out.
FOCUS ON GREATER CHINA 2019 TO BE HELD IN NSW
Destination NSW’s largest trade event for the Greater China market will be held in New South Wales for the very first time from 1-7 September 2019. This key annual event for Destination NSW, once known as the Greater China Roadshow has previously been held in different locations in China. Focus on Greater China is designed to showcase Sydney and NSW products and destinations to key Chinese, Hong Kong, and Taiwanese trade partners. Destination NSW is providing this unique opportunity to the NSW tourism industry by bringing the key Greater China partners to discover and experience NSW first hand. NSW tourism suppliers are invited to attend the two-day workshop held in Sydney on 5 - 6 September 2019 to meet with the 50 key travel agents. The structured workshops will include one-on-one appointments with agents, followed by further networking at a gala networking dinner. To register for the Focus On Greater China 2019 event, please click here.
WINE AND DINE AT THE ARCHIBALD
Visitors to the Art Gallery of NSW can enjoy the 2019 Archibald Prize exhibition with a series of dishes inspired by stories from the artists. For $82, diners at Chiswick at the Gallery can choose one main, one dessert, a glass of wine or beer, plus one ticket to the Archibald, Wynne and Sulman Prize. The restaurant will collaborate with new artists each month until the end of the exhibition in September. To kick off the season, Chiswick at the Gallery has worked with the winner of the 2019 Archibald Prize, Tony Costa as well as finalist Katherine Edney. Learn more about the exclusive dishes and dining package at Chiswick at the Gallery.
NATIONAL INDIGENOUS ART FAIR
Indigenous artists from around Australia are set to come together in Sydney this weekend for the National Indigenous Art Fair – a two day art market and program of events in celebration of NAIDOC Week at the Overseas Passenger Terminal in Circular Quay. The National Indigenous Art Fair is an ethical marketplace, offering a unique opportunity to buy artwork directly from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists from 30 remote community owned art centres from the Northern Territory, South Australia and Western Australia. There is also an opportunity to join celebrated Bidjigal artist and Elder Esme Timbery and her daughter Marilyn Russell in a workshop to make your own boomerang or heart shaped shellwork. Find out more about the National Indigenous Art Fair.
WINTERLIGHT IN PARRAMATTA
An event not to miss, Winterlight is back this year! This magical winter event takes place across the road from Novotel Parramatta, in Prince Alfred Park throughout the July school holidays (5 - 21 July 2019). Test your skills on the Sydney’s largest open-air rink, engage in a friendly snow fight with a real snow or slide down 28 meter long ice slide. Treat your family to a perfect winter staycation at Novotel Sydney Parramatta with our special offer: $25 off from each night plus $1 breakfast all winter! Book your stay at Novotel Parramatta.
