ART Launches New Local Government Tourism Forum
Australian Regional Tourism (ART) is launching a new bi-monthly Local Government Tourism Forum, creating a dedicated national space for senior council tourism professionals to connect,…
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Designing Meaningful Regional Escapes During Cost-of-Living Pressures
Australia’s regional communities have always offered something many travellers are searching for – space to breathe, reconnect and reset. In a time where cost-of-living pressures…
New destination assets now available
Our There’s More At Stake Than Fuel campaign is helping to create a coordinated and consistent national message across the States and Territories. To support destinations to…
From the CEO’s desk: Federal Budget 2026-27
Following last night’s release of the Federal Budget, regional tourism continues to face a challenging operating environment, with many destinations navigating compounding pressures including high…
Invitation: Share your community’s voice in our national campaign
There’s more at stake than fuel is a coordinated advocacy effort led by Australian Regional Tourism, designed to shift the conversation from simply cutting back on…
Survey: Regional Impacts of the Fuel Crisis
Regional tourism, we need your input. As the fuel situation continues to evolve, we are collecting insights from across the sector to understand the impacts…
AI in Tourism: A Practical Playbook for Q2 2026
Across regional Australia, tourism businesses are feeling the pressure. Costs are up. Some markets have slowed. And at the same time, the way travellers discover…
Why the Outdoor Industry Standards Curated Set Matters for Regional Tourism
Regional tourism thrives on experience. It is built on the moments visitors remember long after they return home — the guided walk through Country, the…
Do you market to Europeans and claim your business is sustainable? How to make sure you’re not breaking EU law
Green Claims Alert: EU Rules & Your Tourism Business If you promote your amazing tourism experiences to European travellers through Online Travel Agencies (OTAs) like…
From The CEO’s Desk
Recently, I met with Austrade for a second industry roundtable focused on the evolving conflict in the Middle East and the implications for Australia’s tourism…