Members Newsletter 26 April 2024

Friday 26, Apr 2024

Contents
April General Meeting
Host a General Meeting
Digital Coach
Northern Territory Cruise Forum
ATIC Update
Tourism NT Industry Webinar
Unlocking the Power of Sustainability in Tourism
Brolgas 2024 Now Open
24/25 Trade Event Prospectus
2024 Marketing Toolkit

NT Parks Update
Fee-Free TAFE
Operator Phone
VIC Advertising
Cruise Ship Information
This Week in Darwin
Adelaide River Tours For Sale
Grants and Funding
VEEP 8
Aboriginal Tourism Grant
Surf Lifesaving NT

Meetings & Events

General Meeting Invitation
Tourism Top End invite all members to attend the April General Meeting. Join us as we come together for networking and the latest industry updates.

Date: Tuesday 30^th April 2024
Time: 5:15pm networking | 6pm start
Location: Royal Flying Doctor Service Tourist Facility
Address: Stokes Hill Wharf

Thank you to our Sponsor for this month's meeting:

Hosted by the Royal Flying Doctor Service Tourist Facility

RSVP to attend

RSVP to attend online

TTE May General Meeting
Date Change – Wednesday 29^th May
Due to a special event, we have a date change for the May General Meeting, stay tuned for more information in the coming weeks.

Host a General Meeting
Tourism Top End still has a couple of dates to host a monthly General Meeting for 2024.
Hosting a monthly meeting provides a great opportunity to engage with the association and tourism industry. It provides you the opportunity to showcase and provide an update on your business.

Express your interest here

Programs & Workshops

Digital Coach Update
.Take Advantage of Tourism Top End's Digital Coach Program.

Our (free) program is here to enhance your Digital Marketing efforts.

To book your Digital Coach session now, click here.

ALSO: Avail of the following FREE Digital Marketing Webinars (via BECNT):

1 May | Which Social Media Platform is right for Your Business?

2 May | Introduction to Google Ads - Online

9 May | Exploring Facebook and Instagram advertising

13 May | How to supercharge your Social Media Marketing using AI Tools

2024 Northern Territory Cruise Forum
Tourism NT, in partnership with Tourism Top End and the Top End Visitor Information Centre are pleased to present the 2024 Northern Territory Cruise Forum – a sea of opportunity.

Date:   Wednesday 8th May, 2024
Location:   Vibe Hotel Darwin Waterfront
Time:     Welcome 8:30am I Forum 9:00am - 4:30pm I Networking 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Cost: FREE + lunch is included!

This year’s forum will explore the sea of opportunity within the cruise sector, with guest presenters from the Australian Cruise Association, cruise line representatives and inbound tour operators specialising in shore excursions, overland and pre and post cruise itineraries.

The afternoon’s open forum provides an opportunity for local tourism businesses to connect directly with cruise industry representatives to present their product.
For more information visit our website.

ATIC Update
Please see the link below for the March Quarter survey for the NT, this is open until the end of April.

Reminder QTF Accreditation Renewals 2024 are due

QTF offers a new accreditation program Tourism Emission Reduction Program, please see the link below to watch the recent information session.

Take the March Qtr Survey Here

Watch the Tourism Emission Reduction Intro Here

Join Tourism NT for a tourism industry webinar
Scott Lovett, Deputy CEO of the Department of Industry Tourism and Trade invites you to join him for an industry webinar from 9:30am-10:30am, Monday 29 April.
Scott will be joined by Michael Bridge, Chair of Tourism NT Board, Samantha Bennett, General Manager of Tourism Top End and Danial Rochford, CEO of Tourism Central Australia to present recent industry updates including a wrap up of the UK sales mission undertaken in March and the Territory Tourism Discount Scheme.
Questions are encouraged in advance and can be emailed to tourism.development@nt.gov.au. There will also be time for participants to ask questions.
When: Monday 29 April
Time: 9.30am to 10.30am
Registration link

Join a FREE four-part webinar series hosted by the Australian Government, dedicated to unlocking the power of sustainability in tourism!
? Mark your calendars for these sessions (all times are AEST):
? April 30, 12 – 1 pm: Managing your Business in a Sustainable Way
? May 2, 12 – 1 pm: Environment and Climate Action
? May 9, 12 – 1 pm: Respecting Culture
? May 15, 12 – 1 pm: Creating positive social impact and telling your story
These webinars are tailor-made for small-to-medium tourism enterprises. Whether you're just beginning your sustainability journey or already making strides, these sessions offer practical, easy-to-understand advice to drive positive change.

Secure your spot now! Sign up for the webinars here ? https://bit.ly/3TX2r7u

Nominations open for 2024 Brolga Tourism Awards

Nominations are now open for the Territory most prestigious tourism and hospitality awards the, 2024 Brolga Northern Territory Tourism Awards (Brolga Awards).

The Brolga Awards recognise Territory tourism businesses that strive for excellence in all areas of their operations, with winners in the running to win an Australian Tourism Award.

Territory based tourism operators, attractions, accommodation providers, festivals and events and industry suppliers are all encouraged to nominate their business in one of the 26 business categories.

The Brolga Awards also recognise the efforts of individuals working in the tourism industry, with individual winners celebrated for their contribution within the Territory. The awards provide value to tourism and hospitality businesses by encouraging continuous improvement.

There is a range of assistance available to aide nominees with their Brolga Award submissions.

Nominations close Wednesday, 14 August with all submissions due by 2 September 2024.

The 2024 Brolga Northern Territory Tourism Awards gala dinner will be held on Saturday, 9 November in Alice Springs.

Read the Media Release Here

More Information Here

Nominate Here

Industry Updates

2024/2025 Trade Event Prospectus
By marketing your product as part of a trade marketing campaign, you will be part of a collaborative marketing effort which targets people looking to book, or have booked a trip to the NT. Find out more below:

Prospectus available to download from this page

2024 Marketing Toolkit
This toolkit contains information about the current ‘Seek Different’ marketing campaign, key selling points of the NT that visitors come to experience, key campaign messages, access to hero imagery and tips to leverage these activities for your tourism business.

To leverage the Northern Territory’s 2024 domestic marketing campaigns, download the Industry Toolkit:

Toolkit available to download from this page

NT Parks & Wildlife Commission Update
Date: Thursday 2nd May 2024
Time: 3pm
Register: Via Zoom - please note limited space available in the boardroom
Topics Covered
Parks and Wildlife Operations:

Park seasonal openings – projected timelines and expectations, incorporating visitor safety considerations, crocodile survey etc.
Works programming – summary of infrastructure upgrades and improvements, and new products

Commercial and Community Partnerships:

Parks Pass – reiterating messaging re requirements for operators and their clients
Open for business policy and toolkit (Development Proposals on Parks)

Q & A

Education & Training

Fee-Free TAFE Courses
The Territory Labor Government together with the Australian Government is providing fee-free TAFE courses in 2024 to upskill Territorians and ease cost of living pressures.
Under the Fee-Free TAFE program, Territorians can study various TAFE courses for free across a number of sectors including construction, agriculture, hospitality and tourism, child care, aged care and more.
Apply between January 1 and June 30 2024 and commence your studies in 2024.

Fee-Free TAFE Courses - More Information

Top End Visitor Information Centre

Operator phone
Reminder the operator's phone number is:
0482 470 835.
Please use it for direct contact during centre operating hours. This number is for the exclusive use of our members and not for public use or distribution.

Would your Mum prefer a new iron or a Top End Experience for Mother's Day this year?
Contact the team at the VIC to arrange her special day of adventure or a gift voucher for her to pick her own special treat.

Visitor Centre Advertising
Now with a bonus Member Spotlight
Book VIC digital advertising for 2024 and receive a bonus member spotlight in our consumer newsletter

Video Wall
Digital Brochure
Website Banner

BOOK NOW!

Cruise Ships
April 24 Le Leperouse 184 pax - Domestic Arrival
May 02 Coral Discoverer 72 pax - Domestic Arrival
May 06 Coral Adventurer 120 pax - Domestic Arrival
May 07 Coral Geographer 72 pax - Domestic Arrival
May 10 Scenic Eclipse 2 - 228 pax - International Arrival

Please note pax numbers are max capacity, actual numbers onboard may vary.

View the entire cruise schedule HERE

Do you need to contact our VIC staff?
Please call the VIC directly 0482 470 835

Member Noticeboard

ISACNT has been working on the Choose Tourism Campaign with Tourism NT delivering Tourism videos promoting careers expos, and vocational education and training pathways in Tourism, as well as components of the 2024 VET Careers Expo in Darwin and Alice Springs. Part of this campaign has attracted interest from people wanting a career in tourism. ISACNT have a list of around 60 people, who are interesting in working in the sector.

If you would like a copy of this list, please contact ISACNT by emailing Marketing@isacnt.org.au

DAAF Foundation is recruiting for key positions - please apply via link below.

Apply Here

Adelaide River Tours - For Sale
For sale established business ready for the upcoming Dry Season.
6-meter Boat in survey for 13+1
21-seater Mitsubishi Rosa Bus with very low km's and in great condition.
Private riverside camp for lunch stops.

For more information please contact Alex on 0417 83 989

Grants & Funding

Round 8 of the Visitor Experience Enhancement Program (VEEP) is now open
Round 8 of the Visitor Experience Enhancement Program (VEEP) is now open, offering a total funding pool of $3 million to NT tourism and hospitality businesses.
VEEP assists the tourism industry in undertaking projects that will improve the on-ground visitor experience in the NT.
Grant funding up to $100,000 (excluding GST) is available per successful business. Businesses will be expected to provide a minimum matching cash co-contribution.
Closing date for applications 4:00pm 7 May 2024.
Download the guidelines and access the grants and funding checklist, videos, and other resources on the Tourism NT website. https://www.tourismnt.com.au/industry-toolkit/grants-funding

Further information email strategy.tourism@nt.gov.au or phone 08 8999 3808.

More Information Here

Aboriginal Tourism Grant opens with $1 million in funding
The Territory Labor Government is boosting the Northern Territory’s rich and unique Aboriginal tourism experiences with Round 7 of the Aboriginal Tourism Grant Program opening today with a $1 million funding pool.
Aboriginal businesses and organisations can apply for grants

More Information Here

Additional Grant Information Here

- Reduce Day to Day Costs
- Boost for Recreational Fishing in the Territory
- Unlocking Aboriginal Tourism Development Funding
- Major Grant Rounds

Click HERE for more grant and funding information

Surf Lifesaving NT
Please see the below link for safe swimming information in the waters surrounding the Top End.

Safe Swiming Information Here

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