Insights Newsletter
Insights: Tourism and Events Industry News
Destination NSW's weekly industry bulletin, Insights, is distributed to more than 4,000 registered contacts across the state. Information on Destination NSW marketing campaigns, events, development opportunities, research and general news within the industry is captured in the bulletin.
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See January - June 2013 editions in the table below.
Previous editions
| Issue |
Articles |
|---|---|
| 9 May 2013 |
New South Wales farewells ATE 2013 Campaign to bolster caravanning and camping in NSW Blue Man group to premiere in Sydney Sydney a winner in Travel + Leisure ‘India Best Awards’ Australia’s Oyster Coast at Narooma Next generation Hunter Valley ‘Caravan of Courage’ to visit Sydney Stanley the Emu unveiled at Lightning Ridge Australian Garden Show Sydney Sculpture at Scenic World Longest ever Vivid Sydney Light Walk to delight families this winter China Southern update A380s for Sydney flights Ironman Australia to stay in Port Macquarie ‘Rhapsody’ over record cruise season |
| Insights ATE special edition - 30 April | Sydney showcases NSW to world's travel industry buyers Premier and Minister Souris visit ATE International market profiles: China Holiday Market, primary cities |
| Insights ATE special edition - 29 April | What's on today Sydney Gala Function delights ATE delegates Vivid set to light up Sydney more than ever before Aboriginal experiences in NSW and the new Corroboree Indigenous Festival Madame Tussauds stars visit ATE International market profiles: Malaysian Leisure Market |
| Insights ATE special edition - 28 April | What's on today Experience Sydney in 360 Discover New South Wales' delectable food and wine China Southern unveils AU expansion strategy Australian native animal encounter International market profiles: India Leisure Market |
| Insights ATE special edition - 27 April |
What's on today Fresh infrastructure ushers in bold new era for NSW Dream job and MTV partnership head youth: work, study, play campaign New product on show at ATE International market profiles: Baby Boomer Holiday Market (East and West) |
| Insights ATE special edition - 26 April |
Minister Souris welcomes delegates to Sydney for ATE 2013 China blogger videos launched Qantas and NSW Government announce landmark partnership NSW confirms strong lead in international tourism Meet the team from Destination NSW's international offices Get up and active with the fun and fitness program! |
| 23 April 2013 |
Qantas and NSW Government announce landmark partnership Million dollar campaign showcases sensational South Coast Sachin Tendulkar waxwork visits Sydney Cricket Ground Sydney Caravan and Camping Show T-QUAL applications close Friday 3 May Greater Port Macquarie Farm Gate Tour |
| 19 April 2013 | Sydney to host Corroboree, Australia's largest ever Indigenous festival Scenic World Blue Mountains re-opens following $30 million redevelopment Sydney showcased to the world on MTV Billabong Camp opens at Taronga Western Plains Zoo Free iPhone app provides access to hundreds of school holiday activities White Bay Cruise Terminal prepares for opening One week until ATE 2013 NSW's Chief Funster most coveted in Best Job in the World competition NSW product news |
| 12 April 2013 |
Vivid Sydney expands to illuminate Darling Harbour with Australian first - music and water spectacular NSW Fashion Ambassadors announced for Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Australia 2013 Emirates Australian Open returns to Royal Sydney in 2013 Sculpture by the Sea winner unveiled at the Royal Botanic Garden, Sydney NSW Modern Mining Trail unveiled ATE international market segments: Malaysian Leisure Market Qantas announces greater access to China |
| 5 April 2013 |
Reform and record funding for regional NSW tourism NSW Tops List of 100 Incredible Travel Secrets Applications for Best Jobs in the World: Chief Funster Officer close soon High profile media travel to Sydney for Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Australia Alexander the Great: 2000 Years of Treasures Welcoming Chinese visitors Sydney Film Festival celebrates 60th anniversary Qantas-Emirates partnership New visitor campaign a winner for Wollongong Sydney shines on Ellen TV Golden Slipper Day |
| 28 March 2013 |
Sydney’s iconic Harbour Bridge to be illuminated as part of a world first and a major Vivid Sydney expansion NSW to host key Asian Cup matches in 2015 Sydney farewells Ellen DeGeneres Minister Souris launches 2013 NSW Tourism Awards Vision to transform Darling Harbour moves another step closer New videos showcase the legendary Pacific Coast 2013 Tri-State Workshop: meet New Zealand market sellers Servicing Chinese visitors: T-QUAL Grants Macquarie River trails app launched Coffs Coast television campaign |
| 22 March 2013 |
Vivid Sydney 2013 lights up Harbour City with biggest program yet Sydney loves Ellen Blockbuster week in Sydney ATE 2013 update Australian Garden Show to bloom in Sydney’s Centennial Park Bronte to Bondi Photo Walk: Saturday 23 March T-Qual Grants Travel Industry Mentor Experience Backpacker & Youth Industry Conference |
| 7 March 2013 |
NSW seeking Chief Funster Officer for Best Job in the World NSW leads in international tourism Sydney International Rowing Regatta Botanic Garden set to dazzle Sydney with new Biome Project International market segments – ATE 2013 special series NSW business events thrive Vale James Strong United industry body formed: Local Government NSW |
| 1 March 2013 |
IT'S ON! Sydney and regions host a super month of events in March Rainbow crossing celebrates Sydney Mardi Gras Sailing World Championships for South Coast Cruise Hunter celebrates 10th anniversary Inter Dominion Grand Final to be held this weekend Sydney Harbour joins National Landscapes Accessible events - a guide for organisers Have your say about the revitalisation of Darling Harbour Discover Your Career QantasLink expands services in regional NSW |
| 21 February 2013 |
Experience Sydney in 360° NSW shines at Qantas Australian Tourism Awards Kraftwerk to perform 3D shows for Vivid LIVE Nicole Kidman shoots Swisse TV commercial near Berry Australian Surfing Awards New date and location for Tropfest Expressions of interest to host the 2014 Australian Regional Tourism Convention Tiger Airways first intrastate route a boost for regional tourism Eurovision winner Loreen to perform at Mardigrasland Wollongong vies to host premier social media and tourism conference |
| 15 February 2013 |
Sydney celebrates the Year of the Snake Ellen winners arrive in Sydney Quest announces 10 new properties for NSW business travellers Water slides arrive at Wet n Wild Sydney Tropfest announces final cut ahead of screening Countdown begins to Yonex Australian Open Badminton Australia votes for Glenn McGrath to be immortalised at Madame Tussauds Qantas Australian Tourism Awards Tiger announces new routes to Sydney NSW product news |
| 7 February 2013 |
Government to help recovery of regional tourism after fires and floods Surge in visitor numbers to Botanic Gardens and National Parks The Star Event Centre opens Indigenous leader Shane Phillips named Australia's Local Hero Hi-octane program announced for Top Gear Festival Green Cape Maritime Precinct Heritage Listed World champs Parkinson and Gilmore sign on for Surfest NSW films and TV productions dominate 2nd Annual AACTA Awards Sydney cruising to another record year Qantas announces network changes as part of Asia strategy Free workforce advice for tourism and hospitality businesses Backpacker Operators Association 20th Anniversary Ball Small Scale Accommodation Survey: registrations open Industry Briefings: Greater China Mission and ATE 2013 Local Government and Shires Association, NSW Tourism Conference Entries now open for Restaurant & Catering Awards for Excellence |
| 30 January 2013 |
Message from Destination NSW CEO, Sandra Chipchase Ellen DeGeneres comes to Sydney Oscar winner Nicole Kidman films in regional NSW G'Day USA: Focus on NSW Boom in NSW caravanning and camping holidays Major improvements to Minyon Falls Walk New contemporary arts festival for Mudgee region Important update - warning notification to NSW tourism operators Save the date: ATE 2013 industry briefing Lion Dance performed on Sydney Harbour Bridge to launch Mandarin Climb Hunter Valley named one of world's top wine destinations Centennial Parklands awarded during 125th Anniversary |