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Tourism Managers Exchange | Monday 12 March 2012
The Tourism Industry Council NSW will once again present the Tourism Managers Exchange (TMX) as an additional event at the commencement of the LGSA Tourism Conference in Gunnedah on Monday 12 March 2012.
Designed for professionally employed Tourism Managers and their staff, the Exchange focuses on providing information on the issues affecting our Industry in a number of educational sessions whilst also allowing for broad and open discussion.
Supported by Destination NSW, this free event will host a range of speakers and presentations including:
Barbara de Rome – Destination New South Wales – discussing the current industry trends and resources available within New South Wales.
Stephen Wells – V3 – providing an overview of Tourism Exchange Australia and the opportunities for LGAs, LTOs, RTOs and VICs.
John Dean – The Hills Shire Council – discussing the future of Local Government tourism funding models.
David Douglas – Tourist Attraction Signposting Assessment Committee – an outline of the functions of this committee and how your organisation can benefit.
Karina Groth & Jenna Veness – NSW Tourism Awards – 2012 Awards presentation outlining this year’s program, procedures, benefits and opportunities for business improvement and exposure.
For bookings and enquiries, please contact Industry & Membership Services Officer, Jenna Veness at jenna@ticnsw.com.au or 02 9267 6865.
Please click here to view the Tourism Managers Exchange Invitation
The Tourism Industry Council NSW looks forward to seeing you in Gunnedah!
The Tourism Industry Council NSW in partnership with JC Travel Professionals Pty Ltd has the pleasure in inviting you to our Meet the Minister at Macquarie Street event to be held on Thursday March 8th at the Jubilee Room, NSW Parliament House from 6:30pm.
For our first event of 2012, we have been fortunate to secure the New South Wales Minister for Transport, The Honourable Gladys Berejiklian MP as our guest speaker. Gladys has served as the Member for Willoughby in the NSW Parliament since 2003, having previously been employed as a National General Manager with the Commonwealth Bank. She took on the Shadow Transport Minister duties in November 2006 and has now inherited what is arguably the O’Farrell Government’s most important and strategic portfolio.
The NSW Tourism Awards form part of the Qantas Australian Tourism Awards, with NSW Winners representing the state in the national contest each year.
For a complete list of 2012 Qantas Australian Tourism Awards Finalists and to book tickets click here
Book by 15th January and you will be in the draw to win two nights accommodation at the Mirvac Sebel Cairns and one night accommodation in a Studio Spa Room at Sea Temple Resort & Spa, Port Douglas including breakfast for two in Aqua Restaurant.
For any enquiries regarding tickets, please contact the National Tourism Alliance on 02 9264 2185 or info@australiantourismawards.com.au
With Australia’s carbon price coming into effect in July, this one-day conference will take a frank look at the challenges and opportunities for tourism operators.
Facing a unique policy landscape, Australian tourism can gain a competitive edge by developing genuinely sustainable tourism experiences and marketing them effectively. But it will require a strategic approach and coordination through the supply chain.
Come along to the tourism development event of the year and see how you can make your business even greater. This full day conference includes presentations, workshops, and a cocktail reception for the launch of the 2012 South Coast Tourism Awards.
Located in the heart of Sydney Harbour, Sydney Heritage Fleet is a community-based non-profit organisation that aims to restore, operate and maintain a fleet of vintage vessels.
Outback New South Wales in conjunction with CountryLink presents the 5th annual Tourism Industry Development event for Outback NSW.
If you are looking for professional development for you or your staff in 2012, this is a must. One place to gain all the information relevant to the industry for the years ahead.
The Institute of Australian Tour Guides proudly announces its Professional Tour Guide members will once again conduct FREE walking tours of Macquarie Street Sydney on Sunday 19 February 2012 to celebrate International Tour Guide Day.
This event is organised by the Institute of Australian Tour Guides and is designed to showcase the benefits to the travelling public of having a Professional Tour Guide conduct tours for Australian and overseas visitors.
The Local Government and Shires Association of NSW’s Annual Tourism Conference will be held in Gunnedah from the 12th-14th of March.
The conference theme for 2012 is “Check In or Check Out – Does your service meet your visitors expectations?” and will explore the importance of service standards and meeting the needs of today’s new consumer.
Tourism Industry Council NSW (TICNSW) has developed a special Tourism Industry Forum specifically targeted at Government based attraction operators.
TICNSW recognises the importance of the large range of Government owned attractions that help facilitate the visitor experience in NSW. TICNSW also understand the unique challenges such organisations face in delivering these experiences. These bi-monthly forums are an opportunity to explore if there are common, practical solutions to some of these challenges.
