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.
Subscribe to Insights and have the latest NSW tourism and events industry news emailed to you each week.
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 |
|---|---|
| 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 |
