June 1, 2005

Federal Minister announces $250,000 for a Caravan Safari Trail Project

The Federal Minister for Small Business and Tourism, Fran Bailey said the project will establish: (i) a detailed program with guided tours of tourism ‘must sees’ (ii) a no-frills self-drive tour for people wanting to travel at their own pace. […]
June 1, 2005

In Victoria – a local government & community group partnerships kit under way

Are you part of a good relationship or partnership with your local government? The Victorian Association of Neighbourhood Houses and Learning Centres (ANHLC)wants examples/case studies from this sector for possible inclusion in a ‘Local Government Partnerships Kit’ being developed at […]
June 1, 2005

Our health, a national cycle strategy, Rail Trails & some confusion

Cycling is fun, more are getting into it – we buy more bikes than cars – and it’s healthy….enter the Commonwealth Government with a draft National Cycling Strategy 2005 to 2010! BUT….. the Cycling Promotion Alliance points out that the […]
June 1, 2005

‘Dare to lead’ improving education for Koori kids – an inspirational response

“We never dreamed we would get that response…the joy I have experienced is amazing – to really feel you are making a difference for Koori kids” said Brian Giles-Browne, NSW State Coordinator of the Dare to Lead project, in summer […]
June 1, 2005

University of Queensland links education with startup business success

The University of Queensland now runs a yearly business plan competition called ENTERPRIZE that offers a cash prize of $100,000. Seed capital is provided to promising start-up companies and participants have the experience of drafting a professional business plan for […]
June 1, 2005

Victorians can contribute to a Nature-based tourism strategy 2006-2010

Victorians can contribute to a strategy being developed by Tourism Victoria, Parks Victoria and the Department of Sustainability and Environment (DSE)to which they have all committed funding for a two year period. While Victoria’s national parks etc attract good visitor […]
June 1, 2005

An invitation from the Watermark Australia Project

Australia’s water resources are under increasing pressure. Despite the massive funds that are being spent urging people to save water, a recent Watermark Survey of 1000 households shows the general public – both in cities and in regional areas- does […]
June 1, 2005

A ‘How to’ manual for Tassie’s successful visitor experience strategy

How business develops & delivers Tassie’s unique natural & cultural experiences is one factor in recent tourism success, says the Tasmanian Minister for Tourism. The interpretative techniques have been developed collaboratively, by government, university researchers and the tourism industry since […]