TCWA AGM & New Board Members
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TCWA held its Annual General Meeting on the 12th October 2009 at the Perth Convention Exhibition Centre. Twelve nominations were received for six vacancies on the Board with existing Board Members Paul King, Cath Sutherland, Jon Jessop and Ian Simmonds being re-elected, and new Board Members, Chris Pye and Manny Papadoulis, being elected.
At its meeting on the 27th October the Board of TCWA unanimously reappointed Paul King as President for a two year term. Ian Laurance continues as Vice President for the balance of his two year term. The Board has also appointed the Chair of WAITOC, currently Mr. Neville Poelina, to the Board. Click here for more...
Copies of TCWA's 2008/09 Annual Report are also available to download from the TCWA website, or contact the TCWA office if you would like to receive a printed copy.
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2009 Tourism Award Finalists Announced
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Finalists in the 2009 WA Tourism Awards were announced at simultaneous events held at Fremantle Prison and Xanadu Winery in Margaret River on the 20th October.
Over 300 tourism industry guest gathered across the two venues to hear the announcement of finalists in the 29 categories of the Awards. A full list of finalists is able to be viewed on the TCWA website as well as photos from both events.
Winners and Medalists will be announced on Saturday 21st November at the Gala Dinner to be held at the Burswood Entertainment Complex Grand Ballroom. This years Gala Dinner will take you on an adventure “Under the Sea” exploring WA’s pristine coastline and marine treasures. Please book tickets with Gemma at TCWA by Friday 6th November.
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We would like to congratulate the following businesses who completed the Australian Tourism Accreditation Program during the past Month!!
Barna Mia Animal Sancturay Dome Rottnest
Eco Beach Wilderness Retreat Greenways Hill Retreat B&B
There are currently over 800 tourism businesses in WA participating in the Accreditation program.
As most members would be aware, from the 1st July 2010 businesses must be accredited to be eligible to participate in Tourism WA services such as WA Tourism Network membership, brochure display at the Western Australian Visitor Centre in Forrest Place, and other cooperative marketing opportunities such as familiarisation’s and visitor journalist programs.
For more information about this policy contact the Quality Team at Tourism WA.
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TCWA Forge New Partnership with WAITOC
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The Boards of WAITOC and TCWA have agreed in principle to an arrangement which will see the forging of closer ties between the organisations.
Under the arrangement the Chair of WAITOC, currently Neville Poelina, has been appointed to the Board of TCWA and TCWA has offered to provide administrative support to WAITOC.
President of TCWA Paul King said “This will give WAITOC, who represents indigenous tourism operators in WA, a wonderful opportunity to work more closely with the mainstream tourism industry and to assist the industry in developing a better understanding of issues affecting indigenous tourism operators”.
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Call for Industry Input into Development of Sector Standards
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Tourism Council WA is currently developing additional accreditation requirements for the following industry sectors;
Holiday Homes
Adventure Activities
Expedition Cruising
Industry standards and Codes of Practice will be identified for these particular sectors with the standards becoming a requirement for businesses operating within these sectors who seek accreditation under the Australian Tourism Accreditation Program (ATAP).
Research is underway for all of the modules and meetings with key stakeholders are in progress. TCWA invites members interested in providing input into the development of any of the sector standards to contact Sally Hollis.
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Have you Reviewed your Insurance Recently?
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TCWA Business Partner MGIB continues to look after the insurance needs of our members. You work hard to ensure your business runs smoothly and you’ve taken the steps to ensure it is protected if the unforseen happens such as fire, storm, wind or explosion. When you think about your insurance, ask yourself the following questions:
Have I recently changed premises?
Have I bought new stock or equipment?
Has my annual turnover increased?
If you answered yes to any of these questions, it could mean that you’re currently underinsured. The team at MGIB recommend a review of the current insured values of your buildings, contents, machinery and stock values. For advice on meeting your insurance needs please contact Annabelle Carpenter on 1300 762 146 or by email
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The ‘Ultimate Travel Companion’. is a new project which offers an Australia wide voucher book and directory that will assist travellers to choose their destination, plan their itinerary and identify services and amenities before and along their journey.
The project coordinators invite local and national businesses across Australia to participate by offering advertising sponsorship or vouchers for special offers.
A supporting website will provide Australia wide tourist information with links to representative sites of national and local businesses at each stop. Benefits for operators include national advertising and exposure on their website.
For further information please contact Jane Robertson
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Outstanding Contribution by an Individual
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Nominations are being called for the 2009 Qantas Australian Tourism Awards in the category of Outstanding Contribution by an Individual, to recognise an individual who has demonstrated extraordinary personal and professional achievement and contribution over many years to the Australian tourism industry. This is the second year this award has been recognised, with TCWA Life Member and WA Tourism Industry stalwart Laurie O'Meara winning the award in it's inaugural year!
For further information please contact Nicole at the National Tourism Alliance or visit the National Tourism Alliance Website.
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Friday 6th November - Accreditation Workshop – Perth
Come along to a FREE workshop and learn more about the Australian Tourism Accreditation Program and why it is essential for your business!
Saturday 21st November - WA Tourism Awards Gala Dinner
The WA Tourism Awards Gala Dinner is the industry’s night of nights where we celebrate excellence in tourism with the announcement of the winners and medalists in the 2009 WA Tourism Awards.
Friday 11th December - Christmas Tipple
The TCWA Christmas Tipple is held annually to celebrate the festive season, with a visit from Santa always guaranteed it has become well regarded as the tourism industry function of the year.
For further information or to RSVP for any of these events please contact Gemma on 9416 0700 at the Council
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