Twenty four representatives from a broad cross section of the tourism industry attended the Forum and a further fifty provided input prior to the Forum.

The Forum reviewed the current services provided by TWA being Destination Marketing, Event Tourism, Industry Development and Visitor Servicing and examined the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats associated with each service provided.

A comprehensive summary of the Forum discussions was provided to Kate for consideration by the Board of TWA and, whilst there were no definitive outcomes from the Forum, the results clearly outlined a strong need for change at TWA.

CEO Graham Moss provided an overview of TCWA activities over the past 12 months while Business Development & Marketing Manger Minda Penn provided an update on the Australian Tourism Accreditation Program.  Those present were invited to raise issues relating to the tourism industry in the region and ask questions.  The forum was followed by informal networking.  Thanks to all who attended and to Tiffeny Gregg, General Manager of Lighthouse Beach Resort, for her hospitality.  

While in Bunbury an Accreditation Workshop was also held for local operators to learn more about the program and commence their accreditation online.

Australian Sailing Museum                                Cloud Nine Spa Chalets
Coco Beach Bungalows                                    Core Luxury Retreat
Distinctive Tours                                            Fat Decanter Premium Wine Tours
Geordie Bay General Store                               Gin Gin Observatory
Go Wild Adventure Tours                                 Kickstarters Gascoyne Dash
Kimberley Dreamtime Adventure Tours                Kununurra Backpackers
Margaret River Discovery Company                    Matilda Bay Restaurant
Nature’s Hideaway at Middle Lagoon                  Northwest Regional Airlines
Ochre Moon                                                  Paperbark Cottage     
Pinctada Resort                                             Quest Bunbury
Rottnest General Store                                   Rottnest Lodge
Saracen Estate                                             Sentosa Fishing Charters
Sorrento Beach B&B                                       Stonebarn
Sussex on Willis                                             Stag Watersports
Ultimo Catering                                              Vicsail
West Oz Active Adventure Tours

TCWA members will also receive a rock solid GUARANTEE – if you do not receive more quality traffic to your website, Nutwork will refund your monthly spend, no questions asked. There's NO fixed term contracts, free monthly reporting included and “Nutworking” Packages start from just $199 per month. Contact Adam at Nutwork for more information.

For further information please contact Nicole at the National Tourism Alliance or visit the National Tourism Alliance Website.

Profiled recently in WA Business News, LocoTV are building a diverse range of content in preparation for the advent of internet protocol TV.  TCWA are continuing to work with LocoTV to offer our Members and Accredited operators exceptional rates to participate in the online shows promoting tourism in WA.  Make sure you check out the latest epidode at the LocoTV website or if you are interested in participating in an episode please contact Anna Bosotin at TCWA or visit our website!

Take a look at Episode 7 of There’s Nothing to Do in Perth !?! – Fremantle Special 

Accreditation Workshop Fremantle - 15th October
Come along to a FREE workshop and learn more about the Australian Tourism Accreditation Program and why it is essential for your business!

Finals Fever - 20th October
Tourism Council WA invites members to join us for an evening of fine wines and canapés at either Xanadu Winery in Margaret River or the Fremantle Prison. Catch up with industry colleagues and join us for the announcement of the finalists in the 2009 WA Tourism Awards.

WA Tourism Awards Gala Dinner - 21st November
The WA Tourism Awards Gala Dinner is the industry’s night of nights - help us to celebrate as we announce the winners and medalists of the 2009 WA Tourism Awards in spectacular style!

Christmas Tipple - 11th December
Held annually, the TCWA Christmas Tipple is THE not to be missed party of the festive season!

For further information on upcoming functions, events and forums visit the Tourism Council WA Website