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Talking Tourism is Tourism Western Australia's e-newsletter detailing the latest news, events, products and other information of interest to you in the WA tourism industry.
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New discount airfares between Perth and Exmouth
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Qantas, in partnership with the State Government, through Tourism Western Australia, will trial $169 air fares between Perth and Exmouth over the peak travel season in 2019. The discount fares will apply from June 7, 2019 to flights from Friday to Monday which are booked 45 days ahead of travel. The trial is part of the State Government’s commitment to work with airlines and other partners to introduce affordable fares where possible. It follows the introduction of special weekend fares between Perth and Broome last year, which has seen thousands of passengers fly for under $200. The $169 fares can be booked online or through travel agents from today (April 11). If successful, the trial could be expanded. The affordable fares follow a recent announcement by Avis and regional tourism organisation, Australia’s Coral Coast, of a trial for discounted relocation fees if hiring a car to
drive one-way between Perth and Exmouth. For more information, visit our corporate website.
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Australian Tourism Exchange 2019 underway in Perth
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Australia’s largest annual travel and tourism business-to-business event, the Australian Tourism Exchange 2019 (ATE19) opened on Tuesday at the Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre (PCEC). ATE19 is co-hosted by the State Government, through Tourism WA, and Tourism Australia. It is expected to deliver around $9 million to the WA economy. The event is a unique opportunity for Australia’s tourism operators to present their products and negotiate deals with the most influential international and domestic travel buyers. Eighty WA tourism operators will take part in the event; including a record number of WA Aboriginal tourism sellers. Buyers and media are also experiencing WA first-hand through a familiarisation program of 96 tours to destinations throughout the State. The WA tourism industry has thrown its support behind the event, with sponsor hotels and businesses involved in the
familiarisation program, key to showcasing the very best of WA to the world. Follow #ATE19 on social media and read more about ATE19 on our corporate website.
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ATE19 provides invaluable experience for TAFE students
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About 40 tourism students from South and North Metropolitan TAFEs are playing an important role at the Australian Tourism Exchange (ATE) currently underway in Perth. The TAFE tourism student volunteers are performing duties ranging from event officers to delegate experience officers, providing support and information services to delegates across a number of locations including the Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre, Perth Airport and event locations. All volunteer work will be assessed as part of the students’ TAFE courses and provides them with a unique opportunity to contribute to one of the biggest tourism trade shows in the world. The students are working alongside Tourism WA, Tourism Australia and WA Visitor Centre staff, allowing them to network with industry professionals and gain valuable industry insights. Tourism WA held training sessions for the students including ATE
orientation and role-specific and venue-specific training. For more information, visit our corporate website.
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Countdown on for Leeds Utd v Manchester Utd match in Perth
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Leeds United legend Michael Bridges was in Perth last week to help promote the highly anticipated Leeds United match against Manchester United at Perth’s Optus Stadium on July 17. Leeds United will bring their entire squad to Perth in July and spend six days in the State as part of their pre-season training for 2019/20. The club has announced an open training session in the lead-up to the match at HBF Park on the evening of July 16. Tickets to this open training session are on sale to the public from 10am on Tuesday, April 16 for just $5, with part proceeds going to charity. Leeds United travelling supporters will be based in Cottesloe, with fan engagement events held at Cottesloe Beach Hotel, including a three a-side football pitch set-up, a golf day with Leeds United legends at Sea View Golf Club, and sundowner drinks. Leeds United’s trip to Perth is supported by the State Government,
through Tourism WA and VenuesWest and by Optus Stadium operator, VenuesLive. For more information, visit our corporate website.
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State Government delivers record investment for Rottnest Island
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Premier Mark McGowan and Tourism Minister Paul Papalia have announced a record funding boost for Rottnest Island. The State Government is investing $16.2 million, as part of the 2019-20 State Budget, to completely redevelop the fuel jetty and construct a barge landing at the army jetty for logistics and freight traffic, helping to ease pressure on the main jetty at Thomson Bay. The announcement comes as the Rottnest Island Authority secured $17.2 million in Commonwealth funding for further infrastructure upgrades, including $5 million for the Rottnest Island Museum. Rottnest continues to be a popular tourism destination,experiencing a record 770,000 visitors in 2018. Since 2017, nine new bussinesses have started on the island and 83 new eco tents have increased accommodation options with a further 80 rooms expected as part of the Hotel Rottnest expansion. For more information, read the
Premier and Tourism Minister's joint media statement.
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Funding continues for Truffle Kerfuffle event
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Manjimup’s popular Truffle Kerfuffle event has secured State Government funding from 2019-2021 through Tourism WA’s Regional Events Program. The event showcases the delicacy alongside other high-quality Southern Forests produce. This year’s headline chef is Pete Evans. Event activities include truffle tastings, kids’ cooking classes and truffle dog demonstrations and regional produce available to buy. Cooking demonstrations by Anna Gare, Poh Ling Yeow, Aaron Carr and Tony Howell will also take place. Manjimup produces the greatest amount of black truffles in the Southern Hemisphere. Last year's Truffle Kerfuffle attracted more than 5,500 attendees. The 2019 event will run from June 21-23.For more information visit our corporate website.
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ANZACs honoured in new Bell Tower Experience tour
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The Anzac Bell, which was installed at the Bell Tower last year to commemorate 100 years since the end of World War I, will be rung this Anzac Day. The bell was locally designed, made and tuned and honours all Australian and New Zealand servicemen and women who were involved in wars, conflicts and peacekeeping operations around the world. Level 5 at the Bell Tower has been transformed into a viewing area to see the Anzac Bell, which is the largest swinging bell in Australia. The 6.5 tonne bell has now been incorporated into the Bell Tower Experience Tour. The Bell Tower will open at noon on April 25 and the Anzac Bell will be rung at 1pm, with all present and previous Australian Defence Force personnel gaining free entry. For more information, visit the website.
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Last chance to experience Field of Light in Albany
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There are only a couple of weeks left to catch the Field of Light: Avenue of Honour experience in Albany, which concludes on Anzac Day. Field of Light: Avenue of Honour is UK artist Bruce Munro’s moving, immersive tribute to those who served in World War I. Launched last October, the installation consists of 16,000 glass spheres that light up the road approaching Albany's Mt Clarence, near the National Anzac Centre in white, yellow and gold - the colours of Australia and New Zealand's national flowers. Special Anzac events will be staged at and around the installation during its final days. Visitors to the installation have so far exceeded 140,000, with increased attendance expected during the Easter and Anzac Day periods. Field of Light: Avenue of Honour is proudly supported by the State Government, through Tourism Western Australia’s Regional Events Program
and Lotterywest. For more information, visit the website.
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Slice of Swan Valley food and wine in Singapore
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The City of Swan took a piece of the Swan Valley to Singapore in a bid to attract more overseas visitors to the food and wine region. Representatives from the local tourism industry took part in the Swan Valley Unearthed event in Singapore on April 2, to showcase the region's food, wine and experiences to the Singapore travel trade industry and media. The event included an exclusive dinner event where Swan Valley wines were matched to the dinner menu. It was supported by a consumer marketing campaign to drive visitation, in conjunction with Destination Perth. The event complemented the release of five new Swan Valley food and wine trails - Fresh Seasonal Produce, Fine Wine, Wine and Art Off the Beaten Track, Kids in the Valley, and Bush Tucker and Beyond- which are supported by Tourism WA. Representatives from the trails attended the event to offer produce tastings, including bush tucker
preserves, wine, cider, chocolate, nuts, nougat and honey. For more information, visit the Swan Valley website.
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Nominations open for 2019 Perth Airport WA Tourism Awards
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Tourism businesses are invited to nominate for the 2019 Perth Airport WA Tourism Awards. Supported by Tourism WA, the award program is designed to reward and promote excellence within the Western Australian tourism industry. With more than 30 business and individual categories to choose from, there are opportunities for all business types and sizes to participate. Nominations are now open. Visit the website for details.
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Australian Tourism Accreditation Program to re-brand
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Following more than 20 successful years of recognising high-quality tourism businesses, the Australian Tourism Accreditation Program will be re-branded to better promote your business. The new Quality Tourism Framework will combine multiple tourism accreditation, business development and awards programs into a single, user-friendly online tool to develop your business and grow your market, paired with new, modern branding to promote your status as a Quality Tourism Accredited Business. To find out more, visit the website.
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Tourism Council workshop schedule for 2019
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Tourism Council WA will be delivering a range of industry-relevant and updated tourism training workshops in Perth, Margaret River and Denmark over the next few months. Topics include digital marketing and social media; China Ready; customer service; and strategic marketing for tourism businesses. For the full schedule, visit the website.
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WA State History and Heritage Conference registrations open
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April 29-30: The WA State History and Heritage Conference (WASHHC), 'Handle with Care', is being held at The Westin Perth in April. The conference, supported by Tourism WA, will explore how places, stories and collections face many threats, including the environment, time, misuse, neglect and misguided good intent. WASHHC will also explore other elements of heritage, history and collections that may need to be ‘handled with care’. For a full program, registration fees and accommodation information, visit the conference website.
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WA Hospitality Supplier and Legends Awards
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May 13: The 2019 Bankwest WA Hospitality Supplier and Legends Awards showcase outstanding suppliers, promotions, products and services provided to WA’s hospitality sector. The Awards will be held at Crown Perth and mark the official opening of the 2019 Hospitality Expo; WA’s largest annual hospitality conference and expo. Each supplier award category is voted on by customers from WA’s hotel and hospitality industry including accommodation properties, hotels, taverns, bottle-shops, small bars, restaurants and tourism venues. For more information or to register, please click here.
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AHA Hospitality Expo and Conference
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May 14-15: Hospitality Expo is WA’s largest industry-only tradeshow showcasing a comprehensive collection of the latest products and services on offer to the hospitality industry. Exhibitors travel from all over the country for the opportunity to align their brand with this event, and present to thousands of potential clients over two days. This two-day event showcases cutting-edge technologies, the latest in beverages, fresh produce and high-quality venue equipment. The expo will feature numerous interactive displays and demonstrations of products from more than 100 industry suppliers. For further information or to register your attendance, please click here.
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Perth Hotel and Venue Development Breakfast
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May 16: Registrations are now open for the 2019 Perth Hotel and Venue Development Breakfast, which will be held at the Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre. Presented jointly by Tourism Council WA and Property Council of Australia (WA), this event will reveal the latest insights on hotel, venue and precinct development in Perth. Speakers at the event will include Tourism WA Managing Director Brodie Carr, Western Australian Museum Principal Project Officer Renae Woodhams, and Lucid Economics Director Michael Campbell. For more information and to register, click here.
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Workshops highlight WA’s unique native flora
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May 22: FACET is hosting a workshop to explore opportunities in the development of tourism product to take advantage of WA’s unique native flora. Highlighting our beautiful wildflowers through tourism has untapped potential, with Western Australia boasting the largest collection of wildflowers on Earth. Twelve thousand species have been found in WA and over 60 per cent are unique to the State. For more information or to register visit the website.
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Registrations for Denmark’s Tourism Connect now open
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June 12: Tourism Council WA is hosting a Tourism Connect industry networking function in Denmark. Registrations for this industry sundowner are now open, so don’t miss your chance to network with key tourism players, meet the Tourism Council WA team, and hear about industry news. For more information and to register, visit the website.
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ATEC presents wine conference in South Australia
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June 18-20: The Australian Tourism Export Council (ATEC), in partnership with Wine Australia and the South Australian Tourism Commission (SATC), is proud to present the ‘National Wine Tourism Conference: Beyond the Barrel’ as part of the Federal Government’s $50 million Export and Regional Wine Support Package. This three-day conference, being held in South Australia, will feature business meetings, conference sessions and networking events and opportunities. For more information contact the ATEC team or register here.
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Register now for Australia Marketplace India 2019
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August: Tourism Australia’s India flagship trade event, Australia Marketplace India 2019 will take place in Kochi, Kerala, India from August 8 to 11. This will be followed by a networking dinner in Mumbai on August 12. The program includes pre-scheduled meetings between buyers and sellers, as well as networking opportunities. The event is an opportunity for WA tourism operators to establish business relationships with up to 100 key qualified travel agencies and tour operators from India. For more information, click here. Applications close on Monday, April 29.
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Register now for North American Australia Marketplace 2019
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August 26-29: Registrations are now open for the North American Australia Marketplace 2019, being held in Los Angeles from August 26 to 29. This annual event brings together more than 100 North American buyers and 100 Australian tourism products and experiences. The program begins with an industry update and reception on August 26, followed by three days of appointments and networking opportunities. Visit the website to register. Tourism WA will also conduct a Show Me The WAy workshop to key distribution partners on America’s east coast from August 18 – 23, so save the date. More details on this workshop will be circulated after the Australian Tourism Exchange.
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WA Tourism Conference heading to Karratha
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September 16-18: The 2019 WA Tourism Conference, supported by Tourism WA, will be held in Karratha from September 16 to 18. Following a competitive tender process, the City of Karratha was awarded the event in recognition of its significant commitment to growing the region’s tourism capacity and offering. To assist tourism businesses from across WA to attend the event, the City of Karratha is offering a subsidy for those who will be flying or driving long distances. More details on the event will be announced soon. Tourism Council WA is now seeking submissions of papers and topics from potential speakers on regional tourism, Aboriginal tourism, ecotourism and geotourism. Submissions close 5pm WST April 30. For more information and submission requirements, click here.
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Wine exports and tourism workshops on offer
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Wine Australia's Growing Wine Exports and Growing Wine Tourism is holding workshops and webinars in Perth, Swan Valley, Margaret River and Albany until July. These are practical, hands-on, wine-specific and packed full of case studies, market insights and tools to help businesses grow their exports and develop their wine tourism products and services for the inbound tourism market. Register now for a national webinar or a workshop in your region.
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