We are able to deliver Tips and Tipples events to our members free of charge as part of their membership benefits package, however, if you are not a partner or financial member of DST and would like to come, please contact us. Please let us know if you have any specific access requirements.
Australia's first Luxury Collection Hotel, The Tasman Hobart has ranked #49, following a ceremony in London celebrating The World's 50 Best Hotels. The Tasman was one of only two Australian hotels to make the cut, alongside Brisbane’s Calile Hotel. Congratulations to the team! → Discover more
WITH Tas Industry Leaders Breakfast | Wednesday 16 October
Once again, a panel of three extraordinary women with diverse experiences will help start your day with inspiration. → BOOK NOW
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POSITIVE IMPACT IN ACTION -
LEADING WITH PURPOSE
Good for our sheep, good for the planet, good for you
Ewenique Tasting House embodies a sustainable production philosophy that stretches across cheese, spirits, and beauty products. Sheep raised on the farm are not only a source of meat for the restaurant, but also produce whey from cheesemaking, which is upcycled into award-winning spirits by Hartshorn Distillery. Any milk unsuitable for cheese is repurposed by Ewe Care into organic skincare products.
Onsite, the Tasting House is powered by solar electricity and hot water, with a commitment to waste reduction. Cheese and skincare packaging is home compostable, and whey waste is transformed into vodka. Additionally, they maintain a 20-tonne compost heap, practice regenerative agriculture, and manage water collection and sewage systems onsite. → Discover more
TOURISM INDUSTRY NEWS
TICT's Spirit Spotlight
The first of the brand new Spirit of Tasmania vessels (Spirit IV) was handed over to Tasmanian ownership in Finland on 13 September 2024. The 'Spirit Spotlight' will communicate regular updates on the arrival of the new Spirit of Tasmania vessels. →Learn More
Tasmanian Tourism Awards Gala
Shoot for the Stars | Friday 8th November, Tasman Room, Wrest Point
The night is all about highlighting the outstanding tourism operators who have entered the Awards and recognising their efforts to always strive for excellence – the ‘Shoot for the Stars’ mindset.
Nominate now for Tasmanian Tourism Champions & Tourism Minister's Young Achiever
TICT has a formal nomination process for both of the Individual Award categories. Nominations for the 2024 awards will open on Wednesday the 25th of September. To learn more, please click here for Tasmanian Tourism Champion and here for Tourism Minister's Young Achiever.
The People’s Choice Award is back!
This award category is completely independent from the judging process, with winners selected based on consumer choice - combining both online review scores and a public vote. Our region has some fantastic finalists (check them out below) so get voting - you can even win yourself a $1,000 travel voucher! VOTE NOW!
The sixth iteration of the Come Down For Air campaign launched yesterday, and will run Australia-wide until March 2025. Tasmania's tourism brand remains strong, with awareness of Tasmania as a holiday destination ranking second only to Queensland. → VIEW CAMPAIGN
View the latest tourism snapshot for the year ending June 2024 here.
Off Season 2025 Industry Workshops
Tourism Tasmania will be holding a series of workshops in November to provide tourism operators with information and advice on enhancing their winter offerings for next year.
Workshops will provide an overview of the Off Season 2025 campaign, offer support and ideas, and tips on how to leverage participation in the Off Season using websites and social media.
Hobart Salamanca Inn Monday 4 Nov 2024 10am - 1pm Register here
Dunalley Dunalley Community Hall Monday 4 Nov 2024 2pm - 5pm Register here
Southern Tasmania has an incredible line-up of markets and events over the coming month. These events drive strong visitation from local and interstate visitors, so to help you get a piece of the action, visit Hobart & Beyond's
Intensive skills training during September/October school holidays
Fancy yourself as a cocktail mixing pro? Or a guiding guru for the upcoming cruise season? Register for intensive training to develop a range of skills and knowledge including;
VXT is launching an intensive 6 week hotel school which will provide participants with a real understanding of what it takes to work in one of Tasmania’s exceptional hotels. At the end of our 6 week hotel school, participants will be offered an interview with one of Hobart’s best hotels and the chance to begin your hotel industry career. → LEARN MORE
Applications for Skill UP are now open! Places are limited, so we recommend applying as soon as possible. To apply, check eligibility or learn more about the courses visit:https://bit.ly/SkillUp24
Access your FREE 4 hours coaching with a digital expert
Winter is the perfect time to review your businesses online presence and develop a strategy to drive sales. The Digital Ready Program offers one-on-one coaching with an expert either face to face or over Zoom.
Topics can include anything regarding getting your business online such as; websites, e-commerce, booking systems, social media, SEO, content, advertising, online tools, Google My business, strategy and much more.
The best part, the program is fully subsidised by the Tasmanian Government and your 4 hour entitlement resets every year! → Learn More
GRANTS & FUNDING
A summary of loans, grants and support currently available:
The $50 million Regional Tourism Development Loan Scheme is now open for applications. The scheme is available to promote investment in tourism products and experiences that stimulate regional tourism and dispersal in Tasmania. The scheme will open for applications until 2pm, 30 June 2026 or until all funding has been utilised, whichever occurs first.
This grant program aims to help Aboriginal people in tourism and hospitality participate in professional development opportunities, including conferences, workshops, training courses and trade shows. Funding can be requested for up to four (4) Aboriginal employees or organisation members to participate in development opportunities. These opportunities must take place between 1 August 2024 and 30 June 2025.
Through the support of the Tasmanian Government, the TICT is supporting tourism businesses in reducing their emissions by matching eligible tourism operators with one of two programs over 2023 and 2024.
Touring grants of up to $20,000 are available to eligible organisers of auto, motorbike, cycle or walking tours in Tasmania during the winter and shoulder season. Funding is based on the number of interstate or international participants staying in paid commercial accommodation for five nights or more, with 40 percent or more of the tour being held in regional areas.
The Scheme will provide no-interest loans of between $500 and $10,000 over three years to eligible households, residential landlords, small businesses and community organisations to fund investment in energy-efficient products.
