The 2017 WA Regional Tourism Conference includes a range of social events, key speakers, panel sessions and networking opportunities across three days.
Please note, program is subject to change.
Monday, September 11
8.30am - 5.00pm | Training Workshops - Optional, additional fees apply.
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6.00pm - 8.00pm | Welcome Cocktail Function - Complimentary for all conference delegates. Join fellow delegates, invited guests and sponsors for a welcome function hosted by the City of Albany. Includes welcome address from City of Albany Mayor Dennis Wellington and Welcome to Country from local Aboriginal Elder Joey Williams. |
Tuesday, September 12
Plenary day for all delegates followed by Conference Dinner (included for all delegates).
Venue: Centennial Park Stadium, 156 Lockyer Road, Albany
8.00am | Registrations commence - All delegates |
9.00am | Introduction by Master of Ceremonies Tourism Council WA CEO Evan Hall |
9.05am | Opening Address Hon Paul Papalia CSC MLA, Minister for Tourism |
9.15am | Tourism WA Update |
9.35am | Consumer Trends and Key Observations for Tourism
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10.15am | Morning Tea |
10.45am | Innovation and Adaptation in Tourism Product - Meeting Modern Customer Expectations Panel
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11.15am | Tourism Australia Update
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11.40am | The Importance of Online Marketing for Local Destinations
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12.15pm | Lunch |
1.15pm | Keynote Speaker
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2.00pm | Developing a Unique Selling Point - Case Study
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2.30pm | Eco, Cultural & Indigenous Experiences Panel
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3.10pm | Afternoon Tea |
3.30pm | Future Opportunities for Local Tourism Destinations
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4.30pm | Closing comments and day concludes |
6.00pm - late | Conference Dinner - Pre-Dinner Drinks from 6.00pm Venue: Albany Entertainment Centre, 2 Toll Place Includes:
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Wednesday, September 13
Tour & Learn for delegates who have selected the Full Conference + Tour Option.
8.30am - 1.00pm
| Tour & Learn - Limited Spaces Available! For delegates who select the Full Conference + Tour Option Commences from Centennial Stadium, 156 Lockyer Avenue, Albany Includes light breakfast and lunch. This morning’s program is an opportunity to learn how local businesses and destinations can take a dynamic approach to building tourism community, developing hero experiences, and build their businesses through enhanced tourism distribution channels. This Learning Tour uses the Amazing South Coast as a live case study. Hear about how the National Anzac Centre is building sustainability through local community engagement; join Busy Blue Bus to learn about the growth of their business through new product development and visit Albany’s Historic Whaling Station to hear about their journey through brand re-positioning and event strategies. The tour finishes with a presentation from City of Albany on their latest developments, destination marketing and the development of the Amazing South Coast brand. Delegates must select a stream for the Tour when registering. |
Click here to register for the 2017 WA Regional Tourism Conference.