Tourism and Events Industry News
Destination NSW’s industry bulletin, Insights, is distributed to more than 3,000 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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July 2020 editions onward are available in the table below.
Previous editions
Insights January - June 2019 | Insights July - December 2019
Insights January - June 2018 | Insights July - December 2018
Insights January - June 2017 | Insights July - December 2017
Most recent editions (July - December 2020)
| Issue | Articles |
|---|---|
| 4 December 2020 | Major rolling back of COVID-19 restrictions in NSW Give the gift of buying regional this Christmas Funding for NSW councils to boost summer fun More NSW venues to introduce alfresco dining Protecting national parkland while boosting city greenery Making Sydney accessible to all 2020 AACTA Award winners announced Change, innovation and sustainability celebrated at Australian Fashion Laureate Sip, chat and discover – hear from industry and travel experts Travel agents to receive Federal support New appointments for cultural institutions Press play on summer in the Gong Rex launches Sydney to Melbourne with $79 fares New chief executive for Greater Sydney Commission Sydney’s biggest entertainment park opens |
| 2 December 2020 - Road trips special edition | Destination NSW road trips marketing program puts visitor economy on track for recovery Road trips reignite love of regional NSW for Aussie musicians Tripadvisor launches new road trip guides for visitors to NSW |
| 27 November 2020 | NSW welcomes back our neighbours in true Sydney style NSW eases COVID-19 restrictions, electronic registrations now mandatory Sydney in for a wild ride with Luna Park makeover Pippin’s ‘got magic to do’ Multmillion-dollar plans to transform the Gunnery Stay and play in Sydney’s biggest backyard Hunter Valley lights up for Christmas Hawkesbury campaign secures editorial spread NSW First industry webinars give businesses a boost Extended deadline for bushfire fund applications Caravan safety campaign launched 2021-23 Heritage Grants now open Enriched experience at Echo Point Regional services resume between Victoria and NSW New Visit Wollondilly website now live Three Blue Ducks opens in Snowy Mountains |
| 20 November 2020 | Qantas joins forces with Destination NSW to celebrate 100 years in style Sydney and NSW give travellers 52 Weekends’ worth of inspiration Sydney the first to re-open musical stage doors Plans for New Year’s Eve and festive season unveiled Business leaders planning events in Australia Visit Riverina launches social media competition #wearecruise: cruise industry asks supporters to get on board Virgin Australia outlines future direction The Blue Mountains’ new roarsome experience Explore Sydney’s most famous house InterContinental Sydney $95m redevelopment given green light Extended closure of Summit track Netflix series secured for NSW |
| 17 November 2020 - NSW State Budget edition |
NSW Government backs the recovery of the state’s visitor economy Stimulus spending sends strong message to hospitality and entertainment sector NSW businesses receive broad support Road to recovery clear for regional NSW Positive push for precincts and associated industries |
| 13 November 2020 | Destination NSW CEO leads call for Sydneysiders to Love It Like You Mean It NSW invites interstate holidaymakers to take a Great Escape More than 12,000 fans invited to attend Greatest Southern Nights NAIDOC Week events supported to shine through November NSW Government backs new Australian Open of Surfing 24-hour economy reforms approved by NSW Upper House Australian Hamilton cast announced Tickets on sale for 2021 Sydney Mardi Gras Celebrity wax figures take over Sydney New grants to preserve our nation’s heritage Business events receive a boost Seacliff House opens new offering Three Sydney bars among world’s best 50 BESydney retains 70 per cent of COVID-19 impacted meetings $77 million in infrastructure unlocked for Taronga Zoos More clarity for businesses to stay open after COVID case |
| 6 November 2020 | NSW to reopen Victorian border Great Southern Nights kicks off Business events Sydney launches new campaign Grants to revitalise Sydney CBD Qantas and Jetstar add flights between NSW and Victoria Exhibitions return to ICC Sydney Little National Hotel Sydney set to open this month Better Homes and Gardens to shine the light on NSW Australian Museum reopens this month Boost for National Parks fire resources New TV commercials for Goulburn |
| 30 October 2020 | Sydney counts down to the premiere of PIPPIN 2020 ICC Sydney NSW Wine Awards announced Another knockout event for Western Sydney Sydney Fish Market hits major milestone Strict new laws to regulate short-term rentals Newcastle connects to Lord Howe Island New Welcome to Country campaign $100 million Regional Job Creation Fund Qantas to launch Launceston to Sydney service $7.4 million commitment to Closing the Gap |
| 23 October 2020 | Tickets on sale for Great Southern Nights gigs Excitement builds for NRL Grand Final Further COVID-19 restrictions eased NSW secures Supercars events across the state New luxury accommodation in Central NSW Digital system to replace Incoming Passenger Card Australia Marketplace Online - North America kicks off Caravan park occupancy in Australia reaches 72 per cent $250 million to boost recovery in NSW bushfire affected areas |
| 16 October 2020 | Vivid Sydney 2021 dates confirmed COVID-19 restrictions eased Australian Fashion Week returns with new title sponsor Tourism Australia launches new campaign Sydney Opera House announces new program of live events Shipping containers the future of travel Increased capacity for major racing events De Bortoli Wines Bilbul offers new experiences Southern Border Grant deadline extended Regional Tourism Recovery Package |
| 9 October 2020 | Qantas to launch flights to Merimbula Tourism to play a key role in economic recovery and jobs Sydney outdoor dining coming soon 12 regional event management scholarships Crowne Plaza Sydney Darling Harbour opens Magical cast announced for Pippin Discover NSW webinar series A win for Capella Lodge Get Ready Business toolkit for NSW Fly between Canberra and Port Macquarie Sierra Escape opens up 2021 dates |
| 2 October 2020 | Travel bubble with NZ confirmed ANZ Stadium to host NRL Grand Final $61.7 million boost for environment, jobs and tourism Government funding boost for Australian Surf Rowers League Open New piece of Barangaroo foreshore now open NSW Small Business Month to assist thousands of businesses WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo welcomes koala joey New name for Hunter Valley institution Discover NSW webinar series Creating a Get Connected listing Journey Beyond Cruise Sydney |
| 25 September 2020 | A message from Destination NSW NSW secures the Rugby Championship 2020 matches Greater capacity at theatres, cinemas and corporate events Launch of COVID-Safe Summer Plan ATEC aligns with WTTC Safe Travel protocols New Snowy Valleys tourism video Port Stephens Koala Sanctuary set to open Read Tim Ross’s love letter to Sydney New floating restaurant for Sydney Visit Scenic World these school holidays |
| 18 September 2020 | 24-hour economy to make Sydney glow NSW Government announces ATC partnership NSW eases restrictions for border residents Summer summit plans to boost festive Sydney Stadiums to benefit from increased capacity New Destination Sydney Surrounds South GM NSW outback resort marks second birthday Access stunning imagery and footage Infection prevention and control training New accommodation in Nyngan NSW |
| 11 September 2020 | Northern Rivers food scene set to shine Restarting Australia’s business events sector Foundations set for the Sydney Modern Project NSW accommodation properties shine on Hotels by Design Harbourside restaurants reopen Shane Warne’s cap on display in Bowral Parklands Food Fest with Matt Moran Raging Waters Sydney reopens this October Check-in for NSW businesses now live Manly Jazz Festival to go virtual |
| 4 September 2020 | 50+ feature artists and eight regions confirmed for Great Southern Nights Increased mobility on NSW Vic border NSW Government supports Streeton 42 reasons to love NSW Tickets now on sale for Hamilton New interactive destination guide for Sydney New luxury accommodation in Gerringong New documentary for Slim Dusty Events to mark the 2020 Broken Heel Festival Quick tips web tutorials |
| 28 August 2020 | $45 million for southern border small businesses delicious. Harvey Norman produce awards New koala country National Park Applications open for arts and cultural funding Have your chance to name Sydney’s third city Small business recovery grants closing soon Short film for the Shoalhaven New regional NSW flights Free online event for NSW breweries |
| 21 August 2020 | Vivid Sydney to return in August 2021 NSW tourism operators showcased online Exhibition of renowned artist set for Sydney New Hello Koala sculpture in Port Macquarie Australian Tourism Export Council’s COVID Ready program Snowy Mountain conditions this weekend Bridgeclimb welcomes the Ultimate Climb Pro surfing Grand Slam makes waves in Tweed |
| 14 August 2020 | Business Connect launches toolkit to get businesses back to work Have your say about small business insurance Aquabumps goes inside Sydney headlands and Harbour Major makeover for Macquarie Pier Trans-Tasman NRL clash coming to Tamworth Domestic business events can secure welcome boost See the Botanic Garden in bloom Balmoral Hospitality to operate the waterfront dining precinct |
| 7 August 2020 | Applications open - be part of groundbreaking NSW music event Service NSW customer check-in solution a step closer Health advice update on masks Changes to JobKeeper eligibility - more businesses to access support Support for bushfire-impacted small businesses extended Port Macquarie to host tourism conference in 2021 Lord Howe Island COVID-19 restrictions $250 million boost for public spaces Thredbo all white for visitors |
| 31 July 2020 | Sydney attractions show thanks to frontline workers Destination NSW supporting tourism businesses through NSW First program COVID safety crackdown - Register your COVID-Safe business now $10m in multi-year arts funding to foster the sector New landmark in development as contract awarded on Sydney Fish Market $50,000 grants to create mentally healthy workplaces Country Road releases new Regeneration campaign shot in NSW 50,000 new jobs for Parramatta’s future CBD |
| 24 July 2020 | Public and businesses urged to redouble COVID safety efforts Nominations open for best COVID-Safe businesses JobKeeper payment and income support extended NSW to shine on leading Network 10 lifestyle shows, inspiring future travel Secure an event management scholarship now More regional electric vehicle charging stations to power tourism New trade toolkit to promote NSW wine experiences Sell bookable products online - free industry webinar |
| 17 July 2020 | A message from Destination NSW Tough new COVID-19 compliance measures for licensed venues Register now for online tourism industry development program NSW caravan and camping industry launches new consumer campaign Love NSW partner campaigns keep bookings coming for operators New DNSW toolkit for travel trade DNSW partners with FFA for Hyundai A-League 2019/20 Five new business connect advisors for creative sector |
| 10 July 2020 | Border changes and caution required Businesses must embrace COVID Safe measures NSW Government to retain Ultimo museum Bushfires: $5m boost for free legal help |
| 6 July 2020 | Border closure to protect NSW |
| 3 July 2020 | Stay COVID-Safe as restrictions eased New tools for tourism businesses to get involved in Love NSW campaign See a different side to Sydney via Aquabumps Extra support now available for small businesses Qantas launches two new NSW routes Event summit 2020 free for industry stakeholders New case studies highlight benefits of NSW First program Supercars return to Sydney this month Manly’s treasures on display Safety first for snow-bound holidaymakers |
