Tag: Tourism
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Byron Bay gearing up for triumphant return with travellers returning for summer
Byron Bay is gearing up for a triumphant return to summer trading, hailed the country’s second most popular destination this Christmas. But concerns have been raised about whether the region can cope…as it grapples with staffing and housing shortages.
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Holidaymakers return to the Northern Rivers following recent weather warnings
Holidaymakers have arrived in Byron Bay, but some remain concerned about recent weather warnings. Tourism operators are making the most of clear conditions, while they can.
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HOLIDAYMAKERS STICKING AROUND IN THE GREAT LAKES
The school holidays are still a fortnight away, but plenty of holidaymakers have already flocked to the Great Lakes. Tourism operators say many stuck around after the long weekend – providing a much needed boost to the local economy.
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BLOCKED BARRINGTON TOPS A BLOW TO GLOUCESTER BUSINESSES
It’s a favourite winter getaway – but the Barrington Tops could be off limits this year, with access blocked by landslides. It’s a blow for businesses in nearby Gloucester – which rely heavily on the snow tourism season
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BYRON BAY BUSY WITH EASTER AND SCHOOL HOLIDAY VISITORS
Despite concerns Byron bay would miss out on one of its busiest tourist seasons – the coastal town is back on track, bustling with visitors these school holidays. After a busy month of cleaning up from the floods – businesses are welcoming the boost.
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CROWDY HEAD KANGAROO FEATURED IN GLOBAL TOURISM CAMPAIGN
A Mid Coast kangaroo has found international stardom featuring in a new ‘Tourism Australia’ ad campaign. The ‘Don’t Go Small, Go Australia’ ad features a photograph of the confident ‘roo, which was taken at Crowdy Head Beach, north of Taree. So far, the native celebrity has splashed up on London’s Piccadilly Lights – the largest…
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MID NORTH COAST CLEANS UP AT NSW TOURISM AWARDS
Businesses and councils across the Mid North Coast have cleaned up at the New South Wales Tourism Awards overnight. Among the 15 award winners, six received top honours- including the Hello Koalas Sculpture Trail in Port Macquarie, Coffs Harbour’s Giingan Experience and MidCoast Council’s Destination Barrington Coast brand. “It’ll certainly give the businesses a boost…
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HOLIDAYMAKERS INFLUX SPIKES GREAT LAKES BUSINESS TRADE
With lower case numbers than the rest of the mid north coast, holidaymakers are flocking to the Great Lakes for fun in the sun. Businesses are celebrating a spike in trade after two years in limbo.
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NORTH COAST REACHES VACCINE MILESTONE
The north coast is experiencing a tourism renaissance, with an influx of visitors breathing new life into towns. It comes as the region finally passes a vaccination milestone for freedoms.
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BALLINA BUSINESSES WELCOME BORDER TRAVEL DATE
The date has been set for Queenslanders to be back holidaying in the Northern Rivers. From December 17 the region will welcome travellers both sides of the border, giving businesses the stimulus they’ve been desperately waiting for.