Queensland Powers Up Tourism with New Funding for Homegrown Events, Boosting Regional Economies
Queensland Powers Up Tourism with New Funding for Homegrown Events, Boosting Regional Economies Queensland is ushering in a new era of tourism growth with the launch of an exciting round of funding aimed at supporting homegrown events across the state. This initiative is a key part of the state’s vision to position Queensland as the events capital of Australia. The funding, under the Homegrown program, is designed to support locally-organised events that not only enhance the state’s tourism offerings but also generate real benefits for local economies, encourage overnight stays, and...
Shepparton & Goulburn Valley 2026 Events: The Ultimate Festivals and Exhibitions That Will Catapult Australia’s Tourism to New Heights!
Shepparton & Goulburn Valley 2026 Events: The Ultimate Festivals and Exhibitions That Will Catapult Australia’s Tourism to New Heights! The Shepparton and Goulburn Valley regions are poised for a major tourism boost as the Visitor Economy and Major Events team launched their 2026 Major Events Calendar. This announcement was made at the annual Visitor Economy Gathering held on 2 March 2026, marking the beginning of a year packed with exhibitions, festivals, and sporting events set to attract a significant number of visitors to the region. The event underscored the region’s growing potential...
Why Queensland’s Destination 2045 Will Leave Other Destinations in the Dust – The Future of Global Tourism Starts Here!
Why Queensland’s Destination 2045 Will Leave Other Destinations in the Dust – The Future of Global Tourism Starts Here! Queensland’s ambition to become Australia’s events capital has taken a major step forward with the official launch of Destination 2045—a bold, 20-year tourism strategy designed to double the state’s visitor economy by 2045. The plan aims to transform Queensland into a global tourism powerhouse, leveraging its natural beauty, rich culture, and diverse events to drive growth and attract international visitors. The strategy comes on the heels of an exciting new funding opportunity...
Destination 2045: Queensland Government Invests $7.6 Million into 30 New Regional Tourism Gems
Destination 2045: Queensland Government Invests $7.6 Million into 30 New Regional Tourism Gems For many, a holiday in Queensland conjures images of the golden sands of the Surfers Paradise or the bustling wharves of Cairns. But as we look toward the next two decades, the Queensland Government is inviting travelers to look deeper—into the red dirt of the Outback, the starlit skies of the coast, and the rich agricultural heartlands of the hinterland. On February 24, 2026, the Crisafulli Government announced a significant milestone in its ambitious Destination 2045strategy. By injecting more than $7.6...