Media Releases

WA tourism needs retail reform

28 November 2018

Tourism Council WA supports calls from the business community for the deregulation of shopping hours in line with other States to meet the expectations and needs of visitors.

In 2017-18, international visitors to Australia spent $3.8 billion exclusively on retail shopping. Visitors also go shopping for pleasure, with 77% of international visitors to Australia, and up to 86% of visitors from China, undertaking shopping for pleasure during their trip.

New Rottnest Island experiences welcomed by Tourism Council

26 November 2018

Tourism Council WA has welcomed the announcement today of eight new tourism experiences for Rottnest Island, which will attract more visitors to the island and encourage people to stay longer.

The new experiences include helmet diving tours; glass bottom sea kayaking tours; sunset and whale watching catamaran tours; a mobile café; and catch-and-cook seafood experiences.

Tourism Council WA CEO Evan Hall said it was great to see a new approach to activities on the island.

Man United to attract thousands to WA

21 November 2018

Tourism Council WA anticipates today’s announcement that Manchester United will play in Perth in July 2019 will attract more than 10,000 visitors to Western Australia for the two matches.

English Premier League team Manchester United will play Perth Glory on July 13, 2019, followed by a match against Leeds United Football Club on July 17, 2019, both at Optus Stadium.

Tourism’s Best Recognised at Perth Airport WA Tourism Awards

10 November 2018

Western Australia’s leading tourism operators have been recognised for their innovation and commitment to excellence at the industry’s premier awards ceremony, the 2018 Perth Airport WA Tourism Awards Gala Dinner, at Crown Perth tonight.

Now in its 46th year, the Perth Airport WA Tourism Awards continuously attracts entries from tourism businesses from across WA, ranging from large operators through to small, family-run businesses.

Budget cuts risk further Aboriginal tourism decline

9 November 2018

The state government must maintain dedicated funding for Aboriginal tourism businesses as WA falls behind other states in the number of international visitors participating in Aboriginal cultural activities.

Change needed as international visitors, spend falls

2 November 2018

The latest International Visitor Survey results show Western Australia was again the only State to experience a decline in international visitor numbers and expenditure in 2017-18.

The figures show the number of international visitors to Western Australia fell by 1.8 per cent, while visitor expenditure decreased by 9.9 per cent, or $248 million.

Tourism Council WA CEO Evan Hall said the results showed WA was not keeping pace with investment in marketing, events and attractions in other States.

Finalists Announced in 2018 Perth Airport WA Tourism Awards

20 September 2018

Finalists in the prestigious 2018 Perth Airport WA Tourism Awards were announced this evening at an event attended by more than 180 tourism operators and industry representatives at Little Creatures in Fremantle.

The Perth Airport WA Tourism Awards, now in its 46th year, highlight the quality and diversity of tourism attractions, amenities and experiences that Western Australia has to offer, said Tourism Council WA CEO Evan Hall.

Individuals recognised for excellence in tourism

5 September 2018

Three individuals have been recognised for their outstanding contribution to the tourism industry at tonight’s WA Tourism Conference Dinner.

As part of the 2018 Perth Airport WA Tourism Awards, two new individual awards were introduced, with the winners announced at tonight’s event, alongside the winner of the Sir David Brand Young Achiever Medal. The two new awards recognise excellence in customer service and Aboriginal tourism.

Industry welcomes commercially-focused head of Tourism WA

5 September 2018

Tourism Council WA has welcomed the announcement of Tourism WA’s new Managing Director, Brodie Carr, at the WA Tourism Conference tonight, attended by more than 400 industry representatives from across WA. The conference is presented by Tourism Council WA and industry partners.

“Tourism is a critical industry for the State’s economy, and needs a specialist, dedicated Managing Director to drive tourism to this State,” Tourism Council WA CEO Evan Hall said.

Scarborough development to bring jobs, economic input

27 June 2018

Tourism Council WA has welcomed the announcement of the Metropolitan Development Authority Board’s approval of the 3 Oceans Iconic Scarborough development.

The development will increase Scarborough’s appeal as a destination through its convention centre, sky-deck and hotel. It is expected to make a significant economic impact, estimated at $155 million, while creating 718 jobs.