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Members Newsletter 20 September 2024

Saturday 21, Sep 2024
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Contents

September General Meeting
Upcoming Digital Coach Workshop
Book your spot in the Toip End Holiday Guide 
October Business Month
Get your Brolgas Tickets 
Territory Tourism Discount Scheme Round 2



 


Showcase your events
Top End VIC Updates
VIC Advertising

Upcoming Cruise Ships
Member Noticeboard
Airport Resort Locals Special
Distribution Grant Program 2024/25
Grants and Funding
Surf Lifesaving NT
 
Meetings & Events
TTE SEPTEMBER GENERAL MEETING 
Please note the change of day for this meeting. 
Date:            Wednesday 25th September 2024
Time:           5.15pm for 6pm
Venue:         X-Golf & Hey Caddy Palmerston Gateway
Shop C1/1 Roystonea Ave, Yarrawonga NT 0830
Guest Speakers:
Rob Porter, EGM Airports - Update on the Airport Development Group
 
The Hon Marie-Clare Boothby - Attorney-General; Minister for Tourism and Hospitality; Major Events; Parks and Wildlife; Racing
Register To Attend in person
To attend via Zoom
 
 
Book now for your inclusion into the 2025 Top End Holiday Guide - spaces are filling quick
Book your spot now
 
October Business Month is Back! 
View the Full Program here.
 
Tickets are now on sale for the 2024 Brolga Northern Territory Tourism Awards. 
Get ready for an unforgettable evening as the spotlight is on you - the tourism and hospitality businesses who make the Northern Territory shine! At this year’s Brolga Awards, you’re the Centre of Attention and the evening is all about celebrating your dedication, innovation, and achievements.
Saturday, 9 November 2024
Alice Springs Convention Centre
What to expect:
  • Live entertainment
  • Canapés and drinks on arrival
  • Three-course dinner and beverage package
Ticket information:
  • $175 per person
  • Table of 10: $1,100 (save by booking as a group!)
Dress code Territory formal
Ticket sales close Friday 1 November 2024.
 
Gather your team and get ready for a night to remember. You’re the Centre of Attention - this night is for YOU!
Book your tickets today
 
Programs and Campaigns
Territory Tourism Discount Scheme - Round 2
 
Package Expression of Interest!
Get Involved in Round 2 Discount Scheme for your chance at extra exposure! Packages and value adds really draw the attention of consumers and we would love to be overflowing with incredible deals in the Top End! 
Email Jemma with your expression of interest and Package/Value-Add Details and we can chat!
 
KEY DATES
Discounted sales commence: 1st November 2024
Discounted sales close: 31st March 2025
Eligible travel period: 1st January - 31st March 2025*
 
*Travel is to commence up to and including 31 March 25
*Funding is available until 31 March 2025, or until funds are fully allocated.
Package/Value Add - EOI
 
Katherine Big Rivers Memebrs Networking Event 
Thursday evening Gorge View hosted TTE and our Katherine Big Rivers members for an amazing night of views, food and  beverage with a networking event for members to meet our board, TTE team members and fellow buisness operators. 
Thank you to all who attended and Gorge View for hosting the event. 
 
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. 
 
We need more brochures!
With the growing number of visitors to the Visitor Centre, our brochure supply is running low. We kindly ask you to restock your brochures by dropping them off to our friendly staff at 6 Bennett Street.

Your contribution ensures that all our visitors have access to valuable information and that your business is well-represented.
 
Visitor Centre Advertising
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
September
Mon 30 Sep 2024 Le Laperouse 184 pax

October
Tue 08 Oct 2024  Coral Discoverer 72 pax
Wed 09 Oct 2024 Le Jacques Cartier 184 pax
Sat 26 Oct 2024 Queen Elizabeth 2068 pax
Sun 27 Oct 2024 Celebrity Solstice  2850 pax
Tue 29 Oct 2024 Silver Muse 596 pax


Please note that pax numbers are max capacity, actual numbers onboard may vary. List as supplied by Darwin Port.

View the entire cruise schedule HERE
 
Do you need to contact our VIC staff?
Please call the VIC directly 0482 470 835   
 
Member Noticeboard
Novotel, Mercure Darwin Airport Resort

NT Local Special Campaign Summary:
  • Key image – Attached
  • Promo Name: Half-Price Weekend Getaway!
  • Booking Period: 1-30 September 2024
  • Stay Period: 1 September 2024 to 30 April 2025
  • Offer Valid: Friday and Saturday night stays only
  • Discount: 50% off both nights when booking two consecutive nights
  • Rate: Pre-paid, non-flexible, and non-refundable
  • Booking: Must be made directly through the hotel or official website
  • More info on T&C and booking link - Here
  • Social Media Ads - Novotel |   Mercure
Book, leverage, collaborate or reach out to Nadee for more information!
 
Grants and Funding
TNT Distribution Grant Program 
The Distribution Grant Program 2024/25 is now live. The program seeks to support NT tourism businesses through a phased approach throughout their distribution journey. Eligible businesses can apply for funding to support initiatives including an online booking system, translation services and contracting expert advice to assist with international distribution planning into Tourism NT’s emerging markets (China, Japan and Singapore).

For further information; please contact distribution.tourismnt@nt.gov.au or phone 08 8999 3921
 
Additional Grant Information Here

Darwin Christmas Pageant Micro Grants
Reduce Day to Day Costs

Major Grant Rounds
Biz Secure Program 


Click HERE for more grant and funding information
 
Mataranka Visit 
On Wednesday Michelle and Jason visited our members in Mataranka including the Matranka Supermarket with the amazing Never Never Cafe and the World Record Whip Crakcer Nathan "Whippy" Griggs.
As always we were welcomed and treated to some great NT hospitality,  
 
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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