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Media Releases
Tourism & Transport Forum (TTF) appears regularly in national, metropolitan and local media, providing informed and incisive commentary on major issues in the tourism and transport industries.
For recent TTF media releases, click the links below.
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Rowan Barker | Director, Media & Communications
T: 02 9240 2005
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E: rbarker@ttf.org.au
| | Full Steam Ahead For Sydney Ferry PlanMAY 22: The NSW government’s Sydney’s Ferry Future sets the right strategic direction for the city’s ferry network, delivering a better service for commuters.
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| | Hotel Investment To Reinvigorate MarysvilleMAY 21: A new-build hotel and conference centre will deliver a massive boost to the bushfire-ravaged Victorian town of Marysville.
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| | Melbourne Airport Plans For GrowthMAY 20: The third runway proposed in Melbourne Airport’s preliminary draft master plan will ensure the airport can meet expected passenger demand.
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| | NSW Rail Heritage A Tourism AssetMAY 17: The establishment of a new organisation to oversee New South Wales’s rail heritage will help deliver improved tourism opportunities.
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| | Budget Keeps Transport Funding On National AgendaMAY 14: The federal government commitment to several key transport infrastructure projects in today’s budget is welcome, the challenge now lies with the opposition to make similar commitments.
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| | Territory Commits To International TourismMAY 14: An additional $6 million for international marketing activities, announced in the 2013-14 Northern Territory budget.
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| | Time For A Decision On A Secondary Sydney AirportMAY 10: Today’s report is further confirmation that Badgerys Creek is the most appropriate location.
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| | Mining Slowdown Hits AccommodationMAY 2: Softening commodity prices and slowing mining investment are likely factors in a sharp fall in demand for short-term accommodation.
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| | Victoria Invests In Tourism & TransportMAY 7: An additional $24 million in tourism funding, announced in the 2013-14 Victorian budget.
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| | Federal Budget Must Support Tourism Growth MAY 7: Continuing government investment in marketing and improving the visitor experience is critical to capitalising on strong growth in international tourist arrivals in March.
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| | NT Government Business Events Support WelcomeMAY 6: Dedicated funding to attract business events will benefit the Northern Territory, as delegates spend money across the visitor economy.
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| | Leadership Needed On Cruise Ship AccessMAY 3: The future growth of Sydney’s tourism sector could be curtailed with the Defence White Paper sidestepping the issue of long-term cruise ship access to Garden Island.
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| | Airport Investment Increasing Amenity & CapacityAPRIL 30: Australia’s major airports are delivering improved amenities to cater for a burgeoning number of passengers at no cost to the taxpayer.
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| | Infrastructure Needed To Support Cruise GrowthAPRIL 29: Maintaining Australia’s position as a world leader in cruising growth requires continuing investment in port facilities.
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| | Tourism Performance & Outlook On The UpAPRIL 26: New information shows tourism’s growing contribution to the national economy, with more jobs and forecasts of continuing growth.
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| | A Masterpiece For Melbourne Tourism APRIL 24: The Melbourne Winter Masterpieces series will attract interstate and international visitors while reinforcing Melbourne’s image as a diverse, cultural city.
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| | Virgin-Tiger Approval A Plus For Tourism APRIL 23: The ACCC approval of this acquisition is good news for the tourism industry.
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| | NSW The Winner From New PartnershipAPRIL 22: The new marketing partnership between Qantas and Destination NSW will lift the profile of Sydney and regional New South Wales.
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| | South Australia Stepping UpAPRIL 19: Today’s agreement between the South Australian government and UnionPay International is further evidence the state is gearing up to be China ready.
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| | White Bay Cruise Terminal OpensAPRIL 19: The official opening of the White Bay Cruise Terminal will help cater for the fastest growing sector of Australian tourism.
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| | Future Secure For West Coast Wilderness RailwayAPRIL 17: Today’s formal funding agreement secures exciting future prospects for Tasmania’s iconic West Coast Wilderness Railway.
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| | Point Nepean A Boost For Victorian TourismAPRIL 15: The Point Nepean National Park Master Plan will provide a more expansive and exciting experience for visitors to the national park.
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| | Welcomed End To City Circle Mobile Black SpotsAPRIL 15: Mobile phone coverage through the City Circle’s tunnels will allow commuters to use their travel time more constructively and enhance their public transport experience.
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| | Corroboree Festival A Tourism DrawcardAPRIL 15: The staging of an annual indigenous festival in Sydney will help to attract visitors keen to experience the world’s oldest surviving culture.
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| | Atlas Shows Tourism's Vital RoleAPRIL 12: The TTF National Tourism Business Count & Employment Atlas breaks down tourism employment by federal electorate, clearly demonstrating the importance of tourism in every part of Australia.
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| | Plan For High Speed Rail, Build For CitiesAPRIL 11: The federal and state governments should preserve its corridor but continue investing in urban rail as their first priority.
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| | Australia's PMC A World's WorstAPRIL 10: Australia’s exorbitant tax on international travel, the passenger movement charge (PMC), has put the country in the global spotlight this week for all the wrong reasons.
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| | Arrivals Growth Matches DeparturesAPRIL 9: International tourist arrivals to Australia are growing at the same annual rate as the number of overseas trips being taken by Australians for the first time in almost a decade.
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| | TTF Announces New CEOAPRIL 8: Tourism & Transport Forum (TTF) has announced that Ken Morrison has been appointed as the new Chief Executive Officer of the peak national industry body.
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| | Qantas-Emirates Partnership Takes OffMARCH 31: The Qantas-Emirates partnership will streamline travel to Australia for visitors flying from Europe, Africa and the Middle East.
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| | Unlocking Our National Parks' PotentialMARCH 31: New guidelines that permit low-impact accommodation and innovative visitor experiences in and around Victoria’s national parks will stimulate the economy and encourage visitation.
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| | Farewellin' Ellen MARCH 27: Ellen DeGeneres left Australia today with the Australian tourism industry set to reap the rewards of her visit.
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| | No More Tourism TaxesMARCH 27: The tourism industry is vehemently opposed to a proposed levy to provide consular services for Australians travelling overseas.
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| | Rail Plan Keeps Melbourne On TrackMARCH 27: In its 20 year rail plan, Public Transport Victoria (PTV) has addressed the key issues facing Melbourne’s rail network.
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| | A Major Event For South AustraliaMARCH 27: The new SA Major Events Bill 2013 will encourage visitation to the state by underpinning investment in SA’s major events industry.
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| | Criticism Of Domain Events MisplacedMARCH 25: Outdoor events such as Handa Opera on Sydney Harbour play a key role in driving activity in Sydney’s visitor economy.
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| | Opal Card Passes First Test By Expanding To ManlyMARCH 25: The expansion of the Opal card to the iconic Manly ferry indicates that Sydney’s public transport smartcard has passed its first test.
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| | More Double Decker Buses For SydneyMARCH 22: The government’s decision to run regular double decker buses across the Sydney Harbour Bridge, will ease congestion and help to alleviate commuter woes.
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| | Cutting Red Tape For BusesMARCH 22: The government’s decision to increase the weight limits for two-axle buses in Sydney is a sensible reform that was long overdue.
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| | Exploring More Of TasmaniaMARCH 22: A new campaign encouraging visitors to explore Tasmania will help spread the benefits of tourism throughout the state.
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| | Domestic Tourism Delivers Strong Economic ResultsMARCH 21: The latest National Visitor Survey from Tourism Research Australia shows that Australian domestic tourism injects $187 million a day into the national economy.
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| | It's All On Show At The Sydney RoyalMARCH 21: The Sydney Royal Easter Show starts today showcasing the best of Australia’s produce, livestock, entertainment, arts and crafts, and more.
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| | Fashion Week Highlights Work Needed - Central PierMARCH 18: The L’Oreal Melbourne Fashion Festival main program begins today.
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| | Fashion Week - More Success For Victorian TourismMARCH 18: The L’Oréal Melbourne Fashion Festival will again see Melbourne in lights, attracting visitors to the city.
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| | Relief For Passengers At Brisbane AirportMARCH 14: The reopening of the cross runway at Brisbane Airport will help to alleviate delays of recent months.
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| | A Winning Formula For MelbourneMARCH 14: Melbourne is expecting record visitor numbers this weekend ahead of the Formula 1 Grand Prix, once again proving the value of major events to the state’s visitor economy.
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| | Melbourne Airport Rail Link A Step CloserMARCH 13: Today’s announcement confirms the best route for the Melbourne Metro rail project and will bring the Melbourne Airport rail link a step closer.
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| | Tourism To Bolster WA Economy After Barnett WinMARCH 12: The re-elected Barnett government must ensure that implementation of its tourism policy and plans for the expansion of public transport are early priorities.
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| | A Cracking Canberra CentenaryMARCH 12: the nation’s capital has sprung into action with a comprehensive events program to run all year, boosting the city’s visitor economy like never before.
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| | China Drives International Tourism GrowthMARCH 6: Chinese tourists accounted for one third of the increase in international visitors to Australia in 2012 and half the increase in international visitor spending.
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| | Youth Campaign Vital For Tourism FutureMARCH 5: The new Tourism Australia campaign targeting the youth market is vital to broaden Australia’s global appeal and create a new generation of international visitors.
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| | James Strong AO A True Tourism LeaderMARCH 4: TTF acknowledges with sadness the passing of James Strong AO, a man who made a massive contribution to Australia’s aviation and tourism industries.
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| | Neil Scales OBE Right Man For JobMARCH 1: The appointment of Neil Scales OBE as Director-General of Queensland’s Department of Transport and Main Roads puts the organisation in a safe pair of hands.
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| | Announcements Welcome, More Lanes Real AnswerMARCH 1: Delivering more dedicated tram lanes is the real answer to improving performance on Melbourne’s tram network.
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| | Mardi Gras Anniversary Cause For CelebrationMARCH 1: The Sydney Mardi Gras is a highlight on the city’s events calendar which attracts tourists from across Australia and around the world.
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| | Food & Wine Festival A Culinary HighlightMARCH 1: The Melbourne Food and Wine Festival is a highlight on the nation’s culinary calendar which drives expenditure in the visitor economy.
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| | Adelaide Festival A Tourism BoonMARCH 1: The Adelaide Festival offers a range of activities to suit all tastes and budgets, generating spending in the visitor economy.
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| | Anti-Seizure Bill A Tourism BoostMARCH 1: Anti-seizure legislation will provide a welcome boost to tourism across the nation.
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| | Rail Reprieve Win For West Coast TourismFEBRUARY 25: The commitment of funding to the West Coast Wilderness Railway has helped shore up the future of tourism operators.
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| | Strong Dollar New NormalFEBRUARY 25: Concern among tourism operators about the strong Australian dollar has eased, as businesses adjust to the new normal.
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| | Sydney Airport Hamstrung By Artificial ConstraintsFEBRUARY 21: Flight delays are worsened by artificial constraints which have no operational basis.
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| | Alpine Parks Bill Win For Tourism And ConservationFEBRUARY 21: Changes to the boundaries of the Falls Creek Alpine Resort deliver positive outcomes for both tourism and conservation.
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| | Protection For The HunterFEBRUARY 19: The government’s decision to impose buffer zones and full exclusion zones from Coal Seam Gas (CSG) mines will ensure the popular Hunter Valley wine tourism region is protected.
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| | Sydney Harbour Joins National LandscapesFEBRUARY 19: The addition of Sydney Harbour to the National Landscapes program recognises its natural beauty and its role in promoting Australia to the world.
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| | Bus Diversion To Help Reduce CongestionFEBRUARY 18: Running some city-bound peak hour bus services via the Cahill Expressway will help ease the pressure on York Street and the Wynyard interchange.
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| | Trial Should Lead To More Trans-Tasman ReformFEBRUARY 11: A trial of automated border processing for Australians and New Zealanders departing to New Zealand is a step in the right direction.
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| | Airport Rail Link A Plus For PerthFEBRUARY 11: A re-elected Barnett government’s commitment to building a rail link direct to terminals at Perth Airport will improve access for passengers and reduce traffic congestion.
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| | Investment Can Help Maintain Tourism ActivityFEBRUARY 8: Regional tourism attractions help to drive visitation, generating economic activity and supporting business and employment opportunities.
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| | 2012: Year Of The Chinese TouristFEBRUARY 6: China’s importance to Australia’s tourism industry has again been highlighted, with new figures showing the number of Chinese visitors to Australia jumped 15.5% in 2012.
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| | Qantas Asia Focus Welcome AdditionFEBRUARY 4: Today’s announcement by Qantas to improve its services to Asia is further confirmation of the airline’s commitment to Australia’s fastest growing visitor markets.
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| | Floriade Attendance Shows Value Of EventsFEBRUARY 1: The strong attendance at Floriade 2012 is an endorsement of major events as drivers of tourism.
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| | Barometer: Cities, Beaches, Wine Regions On The UpJANUARY 31: The latest edition of the TTF-HOSTPLUS National Accommodation Barometer shows continuing strong demand for accommodation in our capital cities.
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| | Harbour City Ferries Shows Franchising WorksJANUARY 29: The success of Harbour City Ferries is a clear demonstration of the potential for the franchising of public transport.
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| | Commit To Badgerys CreekJANUARY 29: A new Tourism & Transport Forum (TTF) report details a three-stage plan to cater for Sydney’s growing aviation needs.
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| | Tourism Growth From Across The GlobeJANUARY 14: Double digit increases from 10 of Australia’s top source markets have seen international tourism arrivals rise by 6.9 per cent in November.
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| | Parks To Promote Tourism In QueenslandJANUARY 8: Queensland national parks will be more accessible and attractive to visitors thanks to a reduction in red tape.
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| | Qantas-Emirates Approval A Plus For FlyersDECEMBER 20: The ACCC’s decision to grant conditional approval to the Qantas-Emirates alliance will benefit the travelling public.
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| | Visitor Economy Plan Unveils Potential For NSWDECEMBER 19: The New South Wales Visitor Economy Industry Action Plan delivers a practical road map to boost the state’s visitor economy.
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| | John Lee to Leave TTFDECEMBER 17: John Lee is stepping down after two years as Chief Executive of peak industry association.
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| | Industry Backs Call To Relax Movement CapDECEMBER 13: Lifting the aircraft movement cap is a sensible suggestion which will benefit the travelling public.
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| | Light Rail Tops Massive Week For SydneyDECEMBER 13: The NSW government’s decision to build a light rail network linking Randwick to the CBD will dramatically improve public transport to the city.
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| | Barometer Highlights Accommodation Demand FactorsDECEMBER 13: The new TTF-HOSTPLUS National Accommodation Barometer.
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| | Domestic Overnight Spending Tops $50 BillionDECEMBER 12: Australia’s visitor economy continue to grow, with Australians spending more than $50 billion on domestic overnight travel.
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| | Circular Quay Station Upgrade Must Get It RightDECEMBER 11: The NSW government’s decision to upgrade Circular Quay station but must be co-ordinated with other authorities.
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| | ICCS A Billion Dollar Bonanza For SydneyDECEMBER 11: The awarding of the contract to build and operate the new International Convention Centre Sydney goes to the Destination Sydney consortium.
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| | Man U A Sydney CoupDECEMBER 10: The securing of a match featuring English football powerhouse Manchester United is a coup for Sydney.
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| | Opal Card Trial A New Dawn For Sydney TransportDECEMBER 7: Today’s commencement of the trial of Sydney’s new public transport smartcard, the Opal card, signals a new dawn for Sydney’s public transport network.
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| | Sydney Airport Says 'Ni Hao', China!DECEMBER 6: The importance of Asian visitors has been highlighted today as Sydney Airport rolls out a number of initiatives to consolidate this relationship.
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| | Deal To Give Jenolan Caves A New Lease On LifeDECEMBER 6: Providing the right opportunity to the private sector can secure the future of Jenolan Caves as one of New South Wales’s premier tourist attractions.
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| | Mining Malaise Countered By Strong Tourism GrowthDECEMBER 5: The rise in international tourist numbers, length of stay and spending again illustrates tourism providing economic activity.
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| | Tourism NT Budget Must Be MaintainedDECEMBER 4: The tourism industry has endorsed the Northern Territory government’s decision to leave the budget for Tourism NT untouched.
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| | Destination New South Wales Says Ni HaoNOVEMBER 30: Destination New South Wales’s China Tourism Strategy 2012-20 will help increase visitation and yield from our fastest growing market.
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| | Cruise Charge Increase A Tax On Success NOVEMBER 30: The NSW government’s new cruise ship head tax for passengers visiting Sydney Harbour is excessive.
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| | WHM: Uruguay Good, Asia BetterNOVEMBER 29: Including Uruguay in the work & holiday visa class highlights that a number of Asian countries are still missing out.
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| | Here's Cheers To Small Bars For AdelaideNOVEMBER 29: Allowing small bars and other licensed venues will allow Adelaide to diversify its offering to locals and visitors, creating business and employment opportunities.
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| | Anti-Seizure Bill A Tourism BoostNOVEMBER 28: Anti-seizure legislation will attract international touring exhibitions and boost tourism.
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| | Third Runway To Shore Up Tourism FutureNOVEMBER 21: The planned third runway at Melbourne Airport will guarantee the future prosperity of one of Australia’s undeniable aviation success stories.
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| | CBD Heliport A Win For TourismNOVEMBER 20: A CBD heliport will bolster Sydney’s tourism offering and enhance access to destinations in regional New South Wales.
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| | Appetite Strong For Trans-Tasman Co-operationNOVEMBER 19: A renewed appetite for streamlining trans-Tasman travel has been revealed by the latest edition of the TTF-MasterCard Tourism Industry Sentiment Survey.
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| | Starwood To Breathe New Life Into BrisbaneNOVEMBER 14: Starwood’s new-build hotel announced in Brisbane today is a vote of confidence in the Queensland visitor economy.
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| | Boost To Queensland Eco-TourismNOVEMBER 13: Reforming legislation governing Queensland national parks will give greater certainty to eco-tourism operators while ensuring stringent conservation standards are maintained.
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| | The Greater Ocean RoadNOVEMBER 13: The rezoning of land along the Great Ocean Road to allow for low-impact accommodation will deliver significant economic benefits.
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| | WHM Expansion Plans - Next Stop AsiaNOVEMBER 13: Moves to expand the number of countries eligible for working holiday maker (WHM) visas is a positive step that should foreshadow further expansion in Asia.
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| | Quicker Quarantine Highlights Tax Over-collectNOVEMBER 12: Airport arrivals halls will become more welcoming thanks to new legislation that removes the need to declare pre-packaged food.
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| | The Darling Takes Top PrizeNOVEMBER 10: Sydney can be proud of the recently award Darling Hotel at The Star.
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| | Airport-Real Estate Agreement Benefits Home BuyersNOVEMBER 9: The agreement between Brisbane Airport and the Real Estate Institute of Queensland (REIQ) heralds a new era of closer cooperation between airport operators and the real estate sector.
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| | Working Holiday Visa Scheme Needs ExpansionNOVEMBER 7: The number of countries eligible to apply for working holiday maker visas should be expanded to ensure Australia capitalises on the opportunities of the Asian Century.
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| | September Arrivals Up StronglyNOVEMBER 6: International arrivals rose by 9.6 per cent in September, with strong growth across all visitor categories.
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| | SEEQ Major Win For Queensland VisitorsNOVEMBER 5: The launch of the SEEQ go card will make public transport far more accessible for visitors to South East Queensland.
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| | Gold Coast To Set SailNOVEMBER 2: The proposed development of a multi-purpose cruise terminal on the Gold Coast will see the benefits of cruising extended to one of Australia’s biggest tourist destinations.
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| | Canberra Option Dealt A Huge BlowNOVEMBER 2: The NSW government will have scuppered its only option for a secondary airport for Sydney if it approves residential housing under the Canberra Airport flight path.
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| | Virgin Joins Forces OCTOBER 30: The transactions announced this morning by Virgin Australia will ensure a sustainable long-term future for the Australian aviation sector.
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| | Asian Century: Room for ImprovementOCTOBER 28: TTF’s Australian Tourism in the Asian Century Report Card reveals there is room for improvement in the government’s approach to tourism.
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| | Barangaroo Hotel: Game OnOCTOBER 24: Sydney’s reputation as a world-class tourism destination will be further enhanced by the construction of a six-star hotel at Barangaroo.
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| | Sydney Welcomes Cruising PassengersOCTOBER 24: A volunteer welcoming committee for cruise ships will help passengers find out what the city has to offer and how to get there.
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| | Taronga Centre Upgrade A PlusOCTOBER 23: The opening of the refurbished Taronga Centre showcases the diversity of this iconic location adding value to Sydney’s tourism offering.
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| | Bye Bye BackpackersOCTOBER 23: Regional areas will be the biggest losers from the increase in the cost of working holiday maker visas.
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| | MYEFO: No More Taxes On TourismOCTOBER 22: Any increase of tourism taxes and charges in today’s MYEFO will reduce Australia’s competitiveness as a destination.
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| | Renewed Calls For PMC ReviewOCTOBER 18: Today’s Senate Estimates hearing has prompted renewed calls for a Productivity Commission review of the Passenger Movement Charge.
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| | Avalon Expansion Needs Border ReformOCTOBER 12: The upgrade of Avalon Airport highlights the need for lower cost border processing at smaller airports.
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| | Cape Town Treaty Positive For Fleet RenewalOCTOBER 12: The federal government should be congratulated for moving towards ratifying the Cape Town Treaty on aircraft financing.
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| | Tourism Forecast Shows Room For ImprovementOCTOBER 11: The latest projections from the TFC illustrate challenges in reaching the Tourism 2020 targets.
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| | Open Data Reforms for Queensland PublicOCTOBER 9: Unlocking Queensland government data will lead to more open government and promote digital platforms for consumers.
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| | International Visitors Top Six MillionOCTOBER 9: The latest ABS figures show the number of international visitors to Australia breaking through the six million barrier.
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| | F-111 Gives Evans Head Tourism A Flying StartOCTOBER 4: The F-111 at Evans Head Airpark museum will become a major tourism drawcard.
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| | Tasmania's Island Heritage Delivers Strong ReturnsOCTOBER 3: Tasmania’s Island Heritage is a valuable contribution to Australia’s tourism industry.
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| | INSW Report Helps Shape State PrioritiesOCTOBER 3: The WestConnex scheme advocated by Infrastructure NSW will address the missing link in Sydney’s road network.
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| | Cape Hauy To Boost Tassie TourismOCTOBER 3: The upgrade of Cape Hauy Track in Tasmania will deliver strong economic benefits.
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| | WA Invests In Regional TourismSEPTEMBER 28: $7.9m for regional tourism marketing is evidence the government understands the economic benefits of tourism.
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| | Road Signs Upgrade To Benefit TouristsSEPTEMBER 27: Standardising road signs across New South Wales will benefit visitors planning road trips and driving around the state.
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| | Sea Life For Sydney TourismSEPTEMBER 24: SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium, is an outstanding example of private investment in tourism for Sydney.
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| | Sichuan Delivers Access To Growth MarketsSEPTEMBER 21: Direct Sichuan Airlines flights to Melbourne Airport provide access to a growing market of great potential.
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| | More Flights Boost Tasmanian TourismSEPTEMBER 18: Increased flights must be supported by government funding for marketing.
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| | Trans-Tasman Draft Study Calls For PMC ReviewSEPTEMBER 18: Tourism & Transport Forum is calling for the Productivity Commission to review the Passenger Movement Charge.
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| | Glebe Island Provides Sensible Interim OptionSEPTEMBER 17: Glebe Island named as the temporary exhibition facility to host Sydney's business events.
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| | New Pick-Up Area at Brisbane DomesticSEPTEMBER 17: The new Public Pick-Up Area will deliver more convenience and reduced congestion for passengers.
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| | Floriade A Springboard For TourismSEPTEMBER 14: Floriade is a major drawcard for ACT tourism, attracting visitors and driving millions of dollars in expenditure.
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| | Domestic Travel On The UpSEPTEMBER 12: The visitor economy has received a healthy boost, the latest National Visitor Survey showing domestic travel and expenditure rising strongly.
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| | Queensland Budget Supports Tourism & TransportSEPTEMBER 11: The QLD budget provides funding to support the visitor economy and improve mobility in high-growth South East Queensland.
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| | Qantas-Emirates Deal To Boost Tourism PotentialSEPTEMBER 6: The global aviation partnership between Qantas and Emirates will make it easier and quicker for visitors to come to Australia.
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| | More Tourists Coming, But Spending LessSEPTEMBER 5: Factors including the high Australian dollar are continuing to drag down the tourism industry’s yield.
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| | PMC Rises Hits Short-Haul MarketsSEPTEMBER 4: International arrivals have fallen in the wake of an increase in the PMC.
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| | Master Plan A Strong Direction For NSW TransportSEPTEMBER 4: The draft NSW Transport Master Plan is a major step forward that addresses the key transport issues the state will face over the next 20 years.
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| | Survey Shows Concern About CompetitivenessSEPTEMBER 3:Factors affecting the competitiveness of Australia’s tourism industry are causing concern among operators, survey finds.
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| | Suns Shine Thanks To Virgin Australia And HostplusAUGUST 24: Gold Coast SUNS deliver a tourism boost to the region.
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| | Double Deckers Help Solve Sydney's Bus CrushAUGUST 23: The return of double decker buses could be a breakthrough in tackling Sydney’s growing bus congestion problems.
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| | Victoria To Benefit From VCEC RecommendationsAUGUST 23: The Victorian government decides to allow private sector tourism investment in national parks.
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| | TA Delivering To Secure Asian MarketAUGUST 17: Dedicated funding to promote Australia in Asia will help to secure visitors from growing Asian markets and to meet 2020 tourism industry targets.
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| | Etihad Now Daily To BrisbaneAUGUST 16: The announcement of additional Etihad Airways flights to Brisbane is a strong endorsement of Queensland as a top destination.
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| | Plain Packaging Too Late For AirportsAUGUST 16: The introduction of new tobacco plain packaging laws will be a relief for tourists travelling this summer.
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| | New Flights A Boost For Far NorthAUGUST 15: The announcement of new flights into Cairns by China Southern Airlines endorses Tropical North Queensland as a crucial tourism region.
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| | Business Tax Recommendations Risk Ageing TourismAUGUST 13: The removal of accelerated depreciation schedules for hotels and aircraft would place Australian tourism product at a disadvantage globally.
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| | Report a Framework for Visitor EconomyAUGUST 10: The Visitor Economy Taskforce has highlighted the urgent changes needed to underpin growth in tourism across New South Wales.
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| | T-QUAL Projects Exemplify Tourism InvestmentAUGUST 8: T-QUAL Grants to support the development of high-quality tourism projects is a good example of government co-investment.
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| | China Closes In On SilverAUGUST 3: China is closing in on the UK as our second biggest source market for international visitors, with growth of 16.7 per cent in 2011-12.
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| | Wilsons Prom Access Sets StandardAUGUST 2: The improvements made at Wilsons Promontory to help visitors with a disability should be the benchmark for other national parks in Victoria.
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| | Agreement Brings Barangaroo Hotel CloserAUGUST 2: The announcement of an agreement which will deliver a world-class, six-star hotel resort to Barangaroo South is an endorsement of the precinct.
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| | Burswood Investment Deals Perth A Winning HandAUGUST 1: Crown’s announcement that it will build a six-star hotel at Burswood is a vote of confidence in Perth as a tourism destination.
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| | WA Leads The Way On Wine Region ProtectionJULY 25: The WA government's decision to ban coal mining within 230 km of Margaret River shows a foresight other state governments should aspire to.
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| | Cutting Tourism Funding A False EconomyJULY 25: TTF is concerned at reports funding for Tourism Queensland could be cut by almost $20 million a year.
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| | Google Deal Breakthrough For CommutersJULY 25: The NSW government’s agreement allowing Google to provide public transport information is a significant breakthrough for commuters and tourists.
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| | More Private Involvement In Public TransportJULY 20: A major new report has found customer service would be improved and greater efficiency achieved by franchising bus and rail services currently operated by state governments.
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| | F3-M2: One Of Sydney's Missing LinksJULY 19: Construction of the F3-M2 connection will complete one of the key ‘missing links’ in Sydney’s road network.
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| | Ekka Tickets Best In ShowJULY 19: Special fares for Ekka ticket holders will encourage more people to use public transport to access the event and improve the visitor experience.
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| | New Flights Boost Tassie TourismJULY 16: The provision of additional flights to Tasmania will help maintain jobs in tourism across the Apple Isle.
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| | Tunnel Vision Expands Mobile CoverageJULY 16: Mobile phone coverage inside tunnels on the CityRail network will allow commuters to use their travel time more constructively and enhance their public transport experience.
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| | Cruise Ship Access Sensible First StepJULY 15: Allowing cruise ships to access Garden Island three times a year will help the industry plan its itineraries and cater for growing demand for berths in Sydney.
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| | Industry Applauds Gregg AppointmentJULY 12: The appointment of Stephen Gregg as Chairman of Tourism Queensland will ensure the organisation retains its collaborative relationship with industry.
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| | Grants To Create Unique ExperiencesJULY 9: Australia’s tourism offering will be richer thanks to the development of indigenous tourism experiences using federal government grants announced today.
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| | Million Dollar Strategic BoostJULY 6: The commitment of $1 million to Experience Development Strategies for Australia’s National Landscapes will help to drive visitation to those key tourism destinations.
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| | Strong Competition For Tourists In Asian CenturyJULY 6: Increasing arrivals from China have ensured continuing growth in international tourism to Australia, but the competition is stiff.
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| | Direct Emirates Flights A Boon For SAJULY 5: The decision by Emirates to commence direct flights from Dubai to Adelaide is a strong endorsement of South Australia as an international tourism destination.
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| | Labour Emerging As Major Tourism IssueJUNE 27: Concerns about the shortage of skilled labour have surged in the latest TTF-MasterCard Tourism Industry Sentiment Survey.
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| | Tenancies Show Strong Barangaroo SupportJUNE 22: Commitments by Westpac, KPMG and Lend Lease to become anchor tenants at Barangaroo are a clear demonstration of the business community’s support for the project.
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| | Campaign Prevents Annual PMC RiseJUNE 20: The PMC will not go up automatically every year and the amount of PMC revenue going to tourism promotion and development will double.
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| | Rail Plan Secures Sydney's Transport FutureJUNE 20: Single-deck trains and a new harbour rail crossing will save Sydney commuters from increasingly overcrowded and slower journeys.
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| | Maintaining Withholding Tax Rate A Win For TourismJUNE 20: The decision not to double withholding tax for managed investment trusts will go some way to restoring foreign investor confidence.
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| | Industry Commends Coalition StandJUNE 19: The decision by the Coalition to block the government’s plans to index the passenger movement charge (PMC) is welcome.
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| | Dissent Growing Around Tourism Tax HikeJUNE 18: There’s mounting opposition to plans to index Australia’s departure tax, the passenger movement charge (PMC).
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| | Green Shoots Of Recovery ThreatenedJUNE 13: The green shoots of recovery in the domestic tourism industry are at risk of being trampled on by the new tax regime coming into force.
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| | New Sydney Cruise Charges ExcessiveJUNE 12: The NSW government’s new cruise ship head tax for passengers visiting Sydney Harbour is excessive.
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| | Budget Helps Keep NSW No. 1 In TourismJUNE 12: Today’s New South Wales budget has reconfirmed the O'Farrell government is taking the visitor economy seriously.
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| | PMC Rise To Accelerate Regional Decline6 JUNE: The proposed increase to the PMC will exacerbate the decline of international visitation and spending in Australia’s regions.
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| | Tourism Must Be Part Of 'Brand ACT'5 JUNE: The Territory’s tourism offering must be a fundamental part of the new ACT brand.
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| | New Campaign Targets Emerging Markets4 JUNE: The latest Tourism Australia campaign will entice visitors from growth markets in Asia, as well as appealing to traditional markets and locals.
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| | Emerging Markets Support Inbound Tourism4 JUNE: The increasing reliance of Australia on emerging markets underscores the need for Australia to remain competitive and does not impose additional barriers to travel.
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| | Chance To Get Newcastle Transport Right4 JUNE: Newcastle´s under-used train line has stunted the development of the city centre and must be removed.
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| | Tourism Agency Asked To Do More With Less31 MAY: A funding cut in the 2012-13 state budget means SATC faces the challenge of continuing to grow visitation to the state with fewer resources.
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| | New Tourism Tax Referred to Federal Inquiry30 MAY: The federal member for Fraser is a member of a special government committee which sits next Monday looking at the federal government’s planned tourism tax hike.
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| | New Tourism Tax Referred to Federal Inquiry30 MAY: The federal member for Higgins is a member of a special government committee which sits next Monday looking at the federal government’s planned tourism tax hike.
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| | New Tourism Tax Referred to Federal Inquiry30 MAY: The federal member for Moncrieff is deputy chair of a special government committee which sits next Monday looking at the federal government’s planned tourism tax hike.
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| | New Tourism Tax Referred to Federal Inquiry30 MAY: The federal member for Throsby is a member of a special government committee which sits next Monday looking at the federal government’s planned tourism tax hike.
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| | New Tourism Tax Referred to Federal Inquiry30 MAY: The federal member for Dobell is a member of a special government committee which sits next Monday looking at the federal government’s planned tourism tax hike.
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| | New Tourism Tax Referred to Federal Inquiry30 MAY: The federal member for Wright is a member of a special government committee which sits next Monday looking at the federal government’s planned tourism tax hike.
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| | New Tourism Tax Referred to Federal Inquiry30 MAY: The federal member for Parramatta is chairing a special government hearing next Monday looking at the federal government’s planned tourism tax hike.
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| | Consensus On George St Light RailMAY 22: TTF Chairman Bruce Baird joined a panel of prominent Sydneysiders last night to discuss the City of Sydney’s proposal for a dedicated light rail and pedestrian boulevard down George Street.
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| | Myki Will Open Doors For TouristsMAY 21: The myki Visitor Pack will simplify travel for tourists in Melbourne, taking the guesswork out of public transport fares.
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| | Madame Tussauds A Model Of Tourism InvestmentMAY 17: Madame Tussauds Sydney is a great example of the investment in new attractions Australian tourism needs to remain competitive.
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| | Budget Acknowledges Contribution Of TourismMAY 17: Maintaining tourism funding over the forward estimates will give Western Australia an advantage over its interstate rivals.
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| | Tasmanian Budget Impact On TourismMAY 17: A reduction in major events and tourism marketing funding risks further declines in visitation to Tasmania.
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| | Australia To New Zealand: "We're Sorry"MAY 17: TTF CEO John Lee has today apologised to New Zealand for the increase in the passenger movement charge included in last week’s federal budget.
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| | Australian Budget To Cost Kiwis MillionsMAY 17: New Zealanders will give the Australian government an additional NZ$12.4 million in 2012-13, thanks to an $8 rise in the PMC.
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| | Events Funding Should Not Displace Marketing MAY 16: The Tasmanian government’s commitment to additional major events funding should not come at the expense of tourism marketing.
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| | Restructure Move Towards Better ServiceMAY 15: The overhaul of NSW’s rail networks announced by the state government will cut ballooning costs and improve service quality.
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| | Budget: The Devil Is In The DetailMAY 9: Further analysis of the 2012-13 federal budget shows the full impost of the budget on tourism.
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| | Cash For Cars - Taxes For TourismMAY 8: Tourism spending - and therefore jobs in the tourism sector - will be hit by the decision to slug visitors with additional fees – including a 17 per cent PMC hike.
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| | Treasurer Throws Tourism A LifelineMAY 6: The announcement of a tax loss carryback has thrown the tourism industry a lifeline after three years of natural disasters and financial shocks.
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| | Smartgates Smart Use Of Government FundingMAY 5: The roll-out of a further 20 SmartGate passport control machines will speed up travel for Australians and other international visitors.
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| | New Dawn For Sydney's Iconic FerriesMAY 3: The announcement of the new private operator for Sydney Ferries will mean improved customer service and reliability.
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| | Australia's Welcoming Arms Extend To InvestorsMAY 2: The release of the Australian Tourism Investment Guide underlines the importance of investment in accommodation needed in our major capital cities.
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| | NSW Bus Reforms WelcomeMAY 1: The move from rolling contracts to a tender process for private bus contracts was a bold reform that would benefit both commuters and taxpayers.
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| | Unclear Picture Emerges From Victorian BudgetMAY 1: Today’s Victorian budget highlights the economic realities of a tighter fiscal environment.
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| | Tourism Funding Centred In NT BudgetMAY 1: Maintenance of tourism marketing funding in the NT budget will allow Tourism NT to continue building its market presence in Asia.
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| | Cruise Shipping Confirmed As Star PerformerAPRIL 30: Cruise shipping remains the fastest growing sector of the Australian tourism industry, a new report has confirmed today.
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| | Tourism Forecasts Underscore Need For MarketingAPRIL 26: Forecasts of tourism growth should not be used as rationale for cutting marketing funding in upcoming budgets.
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| | Time For Action On Connecting CommutersAPRIL 24: Improvements to communication networks will allow commuters to use their travel time more constructively enhancing their public transport experience.
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| | Events Facility Integral To Sydney's FutureAPRIL 17: A new precinct combining convention, exhibition and entertainment venues will give Sydney a world-class events facility which will boost the visitor economy.
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| | Tax Working Group Report WelcomedAPRIL 13: Tourism operators across the country will be cheering the federal government’s taxation taskforce, which has endorsed tax loss carrybacks.
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| | February A Mixed Bag For TourismAPRIL 5: Growth in arrivals from New Zealand, Japan and South Korea has helped to offset a fall in Chinese visitors to Australia in February.
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| | Rooms Needed For Tourism GrowthAPRIL 5: Additional hotel rooms are needed in Sydney and Perth with the latest data showing occupancy levels in the two cities remaining over 85 per cent.
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| | Brits Penalised For Long-Haul TravelAPRIL 1: Peak tourism industry groups in Australia and New Zealand fear today's rise in the UK Air Passenger Duty (APD) will further accelerate already declining British visitor arrivals.
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| | Depreciation Crucial To Airline CompetitivenessMARCH 30: Australian-based airlines will struggle to compete internationally if depreciation schedules are lengthened in the 2012-13 federal budget.
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| | Buoy Oh Buoy - Review Recommends Status QuoMARCH 29: Future growth of the cruise industry will be scuttled if the recommendations of the Hawke Review are adopted by government.
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| | MCA Shows Way For Future FundingMARCH 29: The opening of the redeveloped Museum of Contemporary Art Australia marks a major milestone for the arts in Australia.
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| | Jetstar Hong Kong To Grow China AccessMARCH 26: Establishing Jetstar Hong Kong will give Australian tourism operators greater access to the burgeoning Chinese market.
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| | Progress On Convention Centre WelcomeMARCH 23: The purchase of the Sydney Monorail by the state government is a strong step towards the expansion of Sydney’s business events capacity.
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| | Sydney Royal Special In Anyone's LanguageMARCH 23: The growing success of the Sydney Royal Easter Show is a great example of using a unique experience to differentiate Australia as a destination.
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| | Tourism Plan Needs Funding CommitmentMARCH 20: A commitment to real funding is required to support tourism as one of the LNP’s four pillars of the Queensland economy.
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| | Park Hyatt Exemplifies Tourism InvestmentMARCH 20: The renovations carried out at the Park Hyatt are a superb example of the investment Australian tourism needs to improve its international competitiveness.
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| | Outlook Positive, But Some Doubt Over 2020 TargetsMARCH 19: Confidence among tourism operators is improving, however there is some doubt over Tourism 2020 targets.
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| | Vivid Sydney A Shining LightMARCH 15: Now in its fourth year, Vivid Sydney is proving to be a real tourism drawcard, attracting visitors at what has historically been a quiet time of year.
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| | Trend Of Shorter Trips Closer To Home ContinuesMARCH 14: The trend for domestic travel by Australians to be shorter trips closer to home is continuing.
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| | International Visitor Nights, Spend UpMARCH 7: Spending by international tourists rose 2.5 per cent in 2011, despite the strength of the Australian dollar and economic challenges confronting many of our key source markets.
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| | Lunar New Year Boosts ArrivalsMARCH 6: International arrivals jumped 4.8 per cent in January, thanks to Asian visitors coming to Australia to celebrate Lunar New Year.
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| | Sydney Airport Access Vital For GrowthMARCH 2: Ensuring land transport links to Sydney Airport can cope with growing demand is essential for the future economic prosperity of NSW.
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| | Reef Recognition Well DeservedMARCH 2: The addition of the Great Barrier Reef to the National Landscapes program is an endorsement of its valuable contribution to Australian tourism.
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| | Time To Tap Kiwi PotentialFEBRUARY 23: Direct Air New Zealand flights from Auckland to Sunshine Coast Airport could herald the start of a new Kiwi tourist boom.
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| | Virgin Restructure To Enhance CompetitionFEBRUARY 23: The restructure announced by Virgin Australia will ensure its services can continue to grow in line with rising demand for air travel in Australia.
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| | Trinity Inlet Commitment A Win For CairnsFEBRUARY 21: Deepening Trinity Inlet to improve cruise ship access will deliver significant economic opportunities to Cairns.
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| | International Tourist Arrivals Down In 2011FEBRUARY 7: 10,000 fewer international visitors came to Australia in 2011, while the number of Australians travelling internationally surged to 7.8 million.
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| | Quiet Carriages A Great InnovationFEBRUARY 7: The NSW government’s trial of quiet carriages on the Newcastle and Central Coast line will help attract more passengers to public transport.
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| | Venue Capacity Crucial For GrowthFEBRUARY 6: Determining the need for performing arts venues will ensure Brisbane does not face capacity constraints in the future.
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| | Exhibition Expansion Critical Tourism InvestmentFEBRUARY 3: Expanding the Melbourne Exhibition Centre will allow the city to host more business events, attracting more high-yielding visitors.
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| | Positive Steps Towards Riverbank PrecinctFEBRUARY 1: Adelaide is two steps closer to enjoying the benefits of a revitalised Riverbank Precinct.
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| | Record Month Shows Need For Cruise InfrastructureFEBRUARY 1: With February set to be a record month for cruise ship visits to Sydney, the importance of solving the problem of capacity in Sydney Harbour is clear.
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| | Tourism A Key Queensland BattlegroundJANUARY 25: The future of Queensland’s tourism industry will be one of the major topics of the state’s election campaign.
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| | Proposed Template Shows Promise For TourismJANUARY 24: The proposed template labour agreement should give tourism operators more flexibility in sourcing skilled workers from overseas.
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| | 40th Country Music Festival A Tonic For TourismJANUARY 19: The 40th birthday of the Tamworth Country Music Festival is a timely reminder of the part major events play in driving visitation.
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| | Group One Initiative To Drive BRC InterestJANUARY 18: A plan to lift the calibre of entrants in group one races at the Brisbane Racing Carnival will help attract more tourists to the event.
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| | AirAsia X Flights Mean More International VisitorsJANUARY 17: The commencement of daily AirAsia X flights from Kuala Lumpur to Sydney in April will bring thousands of additional visitors to NSW.
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| | Tourism Envies Support For Car IndustryJANUARY 12: Australia’s tourism industry can only dream of the government support being afforded to the country’s automotive sector.
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