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Member Newsletter 14 June 2024

Friday 14, Jun 2024
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Contents
June General Meeting 
Katherine Member Meeting 
TEP Business Events Communications 101 
Million Dollar Road Trip 
Digital Marketing 
Tourism NT Industry Insights 
Unlocking the Power of Sustainability in Tourism

Brolgas 2024 Now Open
Savannah Way
24/25 Trade Event Prospectus
VIC Advertising 
Cruise Ship Information 
NT Government Newsroom 
Grants and Funding
Surf Lifesaving NT 
 
Meetings & Events
General Meeting Invitation
Tourism Top End invite all members to attend the June General Meeting. Join us as we come together for networking and the latest industry updates.
Date: Tuesday 25th June 2024
Time:  5:15pm networking   |   6pm start
Location: Hilton Darwin
Address: 32 Mitchell Street Darwin
Hilton Darwin will be offering site inspections for those interested at 5.15pm & 5.30pm
 
RSVP to attend
Online Zoom Registration Here
 
Regional Networking Event 
Tourism Top End - Katherine Members Networking Event
Tourism Top End would like to invite you to the Katherine Members Networking Event.
Date:               Monday 17th June 2024
Time:              5pm
Venue:            Katherine Outback Experience
                        115 Collins Rd, Uralla
This is a great opportunity to meet with the team from Tourism Top End and your fellow Katherine members.
RSVP Here
 
TEP - Business Events - Communications 101

Presented by: Gabrielle Deacon & Shawn Fernandes
Date:      Tuesday, 25 June, 2024
Time:      10:00 am - 10:45 am 
Venue:    Online via Zoom or in person at
                6 Bennett Street Darwin CBD (limited space)
Cost:       Member - FREE
Registration in person email - membership@tourismtopend.com.au

Join Gabrielle Deacon from Gift of the Gab & Shawn Fernandes from Tourism Top End for a 45 minute workshop. What you can expect to learn from Gabs & Shawn:
  • Linkedin - Guide to Linkedin
  • EDM Essentials
Zoom Registration
 
The Million Dollar Road Trip NT will entice more local and interstate travellers to the Territory – which means more support for local businesses and work opportunities for Territorians – by offering self-drive travellers who visit and explore the NT between May to September 2024 a chance to win $1 million cash from the Caravan Industry Association of Australia (CIAA). 

Self-drive travellers who stay at participating caravan parks in the NT, visit a local NT Visitor Information Centre in Darwin or Katherine, or make a purchase with a participating tourism experience or attraction in the Territory, will have the chance to win the major prize of $1 million cash, or runner up prizes including $10,000 cash plus a $500 fuel voucher or one of 19 x $500 fuel vouchers. 

To enter the Million Dollar Road Trip Northern Territory competition or find out more details go to www.milliondollarroadtripnt.com.au 
Please NOTE: Your information packs are being posted but in the mean time please make use of the Digital Marketing Tools. 
Digital Marketing Tools
450 Territory Businesses signed up for Million Dollar Road Trip
 
This Week in Digital Marketing News: 
 
Recharge your Digital Marketing with Tourism Top End's Digital Coach Program. 
Our (free) program is here to support your success!
 
To book your Digital Coach session now, click here.
 
This week - in marketing news and insights:
 
9 Types Of Marketing To Grow Your Business In 2024
 
AI in Tourism Marketing - What It Will & Will Not Do
 
What is influencer marketing: An influencer strategy guide for 2024
 
For any queries about Digital Marketing, contact sfernandes@tourismtopend.com.au
 

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 4 September 2024.

The 2024 Brolga Northern Territory Tourism Awards gala dinner will be held on Saturday, 9 November in Alice Springs.
More Information Here
Nominate Here
EOI is now open for the Brolga Support Package for assistance in engaging professional copywriting and editing services
APPLY NOW TO NOT MISS OUT 
 
Support Available & Conditions of Entry:
1. Maximum $1,000 (including GST) per entry in the business categories 1 to 23, 25 and 26 only. 
2. Maximum $1,500 (including GST) per business for businesses who have commenced operation 1 July 2023 – 30 June 2024 and entering category 24, ‘New Tourism Business’.
3. Businesses must enter their submission before the 04 September 2024 to be eligible for the financial support.
4.The business must be able to produce a tax invoice / receipt from their consultant for reimbursement to TTE
Click here - https://www.tourismtopend.org.au/resources-support/brolga-awards-2024/
 
Join Tourism Australia for their June update on line 21st June
Register via the link below. 
Register Here
 
Industry Updates
Savannah Way
The three Regional Tourism Organisations covering the Savannah Way plus Savannah Way Ltd are producing an International Trade brochure. We have been asked to gather information on products that may be suitable to be featured in the brochure.
There is no cost involved however there are some qualifications on being accepted.
  • The product is on the Savannah Way or can be experienced along sections of the Savannah. That includes hire vehicles, tours, special tours, accommodations, art galleries, flights, etc.
  • The product must be trade-ready, in other words be able to deal with travel agents and wholesalers.
  • Be listed on the Australian Tourism Data Warehouse (ATDW)
  • We want as many NT Savannah Way products as possible to be listed, if you aren't sure please send us a query.  
  • Tourism Top End won't be deciding on who is accepted, the Publisher Vanguard Publisher will be in contact with you to obtain details of your business, photos etc.
Please email Jemma Stanley as soon as possible if you wish to be involved and think that you fit the qualifications.
Email Jemma
 
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
 
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. 
 
 
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
June
17 Orion 106 Pax
18 Coral Adventurer 120 pax
19 Coral Geographer 120 pax
19 Scenic Eclipse 2 - 228 pax
23 Le Laperouse 184 pax
23 Pacific Explorer 1990 pax
28 Silver Cloud 296 pax

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

View the entire cruise schedule HERE
 

ROAR ENERGY

Hidden Valley Raceway will come alive from 14-16 June 2024, with heart-pounding motorsport action from the Supercars, Porsche Carrera Cup, Touring Car Masters, V8 SuperUtes, Nitro Up North Drag Racing and more!

Gate opening times: Friday 08:30, Saturday 07:30 and Sunday 07:30
Ticket Information Here
 
Do you need to contact our VIC staff?
Please call the VIC directly 0482 470 835   
 
Member Noticeboard
Alice Springs Masters Games Media Kit
We need you to spread the word about the Games with Heart. That’s why MT Major Events Company have put together this toolkit to help you create great social media content with a whole range of templates. It has everything you need to get your customers excited about ASMG.
Download Here
 
Northern Territory Government Newsroom 

Territory Day Returns to Mindil Beach for 2024

The Lawler Labor Government is returning Territory Day celebrations on 1 July 2024, to the iconic venue of Mindil Beach.

After listening to the community and clarifying advice provided to Northern Territory Major Event’s Company (NTMEC), the Chief Minister has decided this year’s Territory Day will remain at Mindil Beach.

Territory Day is a day of celebration for all Territorians – born and bred and newly arrived – to express their pride in the Territory and our incredible way of life.
 

Territory’s iconic events industry booms 

The Lawler Labor Government continues to support a wide variety of events each year, from national sporting fixtures, to a world-class music festival and a range of community events.

The Territory calendar boasts eight major events and roughly 70 community events per year, backed by an investment of over $25 million in the last financial year from the Territory Labor Government.
Read the Press Release Here
 

Aboriginal Tourism Strategy sets new direction for Aboriginal tourism

The Territory Labor Government is today launching a refreshed Aboriginal Tourism Strategy.

Since its release in 2019 the Strategy has guided the growth of the Aboriginal tourism sector which   is estimated to have contributed $383 million into the NT economy in 2021-22 and supports an estimated 1,440 tourism jobs.
Read the Press Release Here
 

Strengthening Territory Liquor Laws

The Lawler Labor Government is cracking down on alcohol related anti-social behaviour.

The Liquor Legislation Amendment Bill 2024 passed in the Northern Territory Legislative assembly.

This bill increases the punishment for those who refuse to leave a licensed premises when asked from $176 to $880.
Read the Press Release Here
 
Grants and Funding
 
Additional Grant Information Here

- Reduce Day to Day Costs
- Boost for Recreational Fishing in the Territory
- 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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