WA takes centre stage as Home and Away begins production
Filming is officially underway in WA for the beloved Australian show, Home and Away. Special episodes are being filmed at a range of locations across the state, starting with Perth and Elizabeth Quay where the Tourism Minister, the Hon. Reece Whitby MLA, visited the set. Supported by Tourism WA, the episodes will air in 2026 and be backed by a national promotional campaign featuring teaser content and location highlights. Learn more here. 

Australian garden at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2026 
Tourism WA, Journey Beyond and the South Australian Tourism Commission have partnered to bring an Australian garden to the prestigious RHS Chelsea Flower Show in London from 19–23 May 2026. Award-winning gardener Max Parker-Smith is bringing to life his vision of a ‘Journey Beyond the Tracks: From Adelaide to Perth’ garden—a vibrant storytelling landscape that weaves together travel, horticulture, and Australian innovation. Find out more here. 

Applications open for Regional Economic Development Grants
Round 8 of the Regional Economic Development Grants is now open, with $5 million available for projects across regional WA. Funding is available for locally led initiatives that support jobs, expand or diversify industry, develop skills or capability, boost business productivity, and attract new investment to the regions. Tourism businesses are encouraged to apply—especially those helping grow regional tourism, create jobs, and offer memorable visitor experiences. Applications close on 9 January 2026. Find out more here.  

Register for Dream Global WA Tourism Forum 
​​​​​​​On Friday, 7 November 2025, Tourism WA is hosting the Dream Global Tourism Forum. The event gives operators the chance to hear from Tourism WA’s Country and Market Managers, who will share the latest insights and activities from key international and domestic markets. Discover how Tourism WA is positioning the state across key global markets, and learn about upcoming campaign activity, partnership opportunities, and ways to align your business with WA’s broader tourism goals. Find out more and register here. 

FACET and Segway Tours—Twilight on the Swan
FACET and Segway Tours WA invite industry professionals to join a guided twilight Segway ride across Boorloo Bridge on Thursday, 20 November 2025 from 4:15pm to 7:15pm. Celebrate the launch of Segway Tours WA’s newest experience, which offers panoramic views of Perth/Boorloo’s skyline and connect with industry colleagues. The evening concludes with a sundowner and networking at The Point Rooftop Bar and Restaurant. Find out more and register here. 

New experience development case studies
Learn more about how Tourism WA is helping shape exciting new experiences, attractions, and accommodation in the state through our National Park Tourism Experiences Development (NPTED) program. A range of case studies are now live on our corporate website, including information on how Tourism WA supported South Peak to become the first and only licenced commercial operator to undertake the Stirling Range Ridge Walk as a guided experience. Learn more about the case and the other operators who’ve been supported by NPTED by accessing our corporate website here.

Webinar: cashflow & budgeting fundamentals for business success
A new webinar is being hosted for business owners and managers on how to manage finances, presented by Tourism Council WA partner RSM Australia on Thursday, 6 November. Learn the crucial difference between cashflow and profit, discover the benefits of effective budgeting, and explore different budget types. The webinar will provide a step-by-step guide to getting started, giving attendees tools to create robust financial plans that drive growth and ensure sustainable cashflow management. Click here to register. 

Servicing Chinese visitors—workshops in Albany and Perth 
Operators can sharpen their skills to service the Chinese market ahead of Chinese New Year from 17 February to 3 March 2025. Tourism Council WA will hold workshops in Albany on Tuesday, 4 November and in Perth on Tuesday, 25 November to provide industry with practical insights into Chinese culture and visitor expectations, learning how to use Chinese social media, and discovering the trade channels that matter most. The industry body also offers a Hello China Business Tool to strengthen businesses readiness to engage Chinese travellers and create welcoming, culturally informed visitor experiences. Find out more here.