Federal gov launches $10M update for caravan parks to boost regional tourism
Whether you've got fond memories of sitting by the bonfire or the…
Business travel bookings boom show the corporate world is keen to return to the skies
If you're as sick of zoom meetings as we are then this…
NSW government rejects plan for $800m Sydney hotel
Are you of the opinion that Sydney already has too many hotels?…
Dan Tehan vows to work with AFTA to support industry recovery
AFTA has been working hard behind the scenes to make sure the…
Daniel Andrews at odds with federal gov over triple jab entry requirements
The Victorian Premier and the Minister for Finance have bumped heads over…
P&O criticises cruise ban as it extends pause, marking two years of suspended operations
Summer cruises are on hold yet again so those looking for a…
Tourism Minister seeks feedback on strategy to rebuild Australia’s visitor economy
The federal government is keen to hear your thoughts about its master…
Tourism Minister seeks feedback on strategy to rebuild Australia’s visitor economy
The federal government is keen to hear your thoughts about its master…
Federal government makes more international border changes
Australia continues to shake off its ‘hermit kingdom’ status, but unfortunately the…
Federal government provides boost for travel agents with multiple outlets
The government has dipped into its coffers to help agents be ready…
BECA furious over end of federal government’s COVID-19 ‘Disaster Payments’
Treasurer Josh Frydenberg’s announcement about the end of COVID ‘Disaster Payments’ has…
Australia’s aviation sector receives $184m package to help prepare for international travel restart
The Coalition government has loosened the purse strings once again for the…
Federal government expands eligibility for SME Recovery Loan Scheme
With many businesses in the industry now on their last legs, here’s…
BECA calls for bundle of targeted measures during federal government meeting
The council has also created its own campaign and hashtag to get…
Government eyes October roll-out of vaccine certificates for international (and possibly domestic) travel
Apparently, ScoMo wants vaccine certificates for both international and domestic travel, but…
AFTA membership renewals climb, as calls for more govt support continue
It appears agent confidence in the federation is high amid wretched industry…
“Clearly the last thing we want to do”: Qantas and Jetstar to stand down 2,500 staff
Sadly, the ongoing impact from the Greater Sydney lockdown has forced Alan…
ScoMo reveals further details of Australia’s reopening plan, as lockdown extended for South East Queensland
Just as the PM provides some hope of an end to lockdowns,…
“Definitely tougher than this time last year”: AFTA and agents plead for return of JobKeeper
As these agents all attest, it’s time for ScoMo to loosen the…
“We need more support, and we need it now”: AFTA’s urgent warning to Austrade
Still waiting for Austrade to process your application for support? Well, here's…
Tourism Whitsundays makes key hire following funding win
The positive, sun-drenched vibes are emanating from Tourism Whitsundays HQ today, with…
Intrepid Travel secures $30 million federal government loan
Intrepid’s unique ability to assist the travel industry in its growth post-pandemic…
Here’s how much government grant money travel agents have been paid so far
Tourism Minister Dan Tehan has provided an update on just how much…
ScoMo slams Virgin CEO’s “insensitive” comments, flags vaccine passport plans for interstate travel
There’s plenty to dissect here from the PM's recent interview and, thankfully,…
Helloworld scores extension for federal government contract
Andrew Burnes has been spotted fist-pumping his way around Helloworld HQ today…
CATO calls for clear roadmap for reopening of Australia’s international border
After contemplating the Federal Budget for a couple of days, Brett Jardine…
Qantas delays international restart, as Joyce issues “hermit state” warning
Thought Qantas' October timeline for the restart of international flights was looking…
Federal Budget “unlikely” to deliver major benefits for agents: AFTA
Were you counting on a big cash splash from the government this…
EEAA calls for “urgent” extension of government’s Business Events Grants Program
EEAA chief Claudia Sagripanti has called on ScoMo and Josh to loosen…
Next round of travel agent support program opens
Grab all your supporting docs and a calculator and head to the…
“Vaccination alone is no guarantee that you can open up”: Health Minister issues bleak border warning
Greg Hunt says Australia’s international border could remain closed even once the…
REVEALED: All the details for round two of the government’s travel agent support program
An additional $130 million of government funding is up for grabs. Here’s…
JobKeeper ends: Where do we go from here?
The federal government's controversial payment scheme has come to an end. Here's…
More travel industry figures criticise government’s $1.2bn support package
Senior industry figures left, right and centre are having their say on…
BECA says Business Events Grants Program extension “a starting point”
BECA chair Dr Vanessa Findlay has run the ruler over the government’s…
All the details, all the reactions: Federal government’s $1.2bn tourism support package explained
After much anticipation, ScoMo and Josh have revealed how the government plans…
Tourism industry rescue package to be unveiled in “a matter of days”, says Treasurer
Josh Frydenberg says the travel industry won't have to wait much longer…
International travel ban for Aussies extended by another three months
With all the COVID-19 variants floating about overseas at the moment, this…
Aussie states and territories restrict NZ arrivals after Auckland declared a Commonwealth hotspot
The trans-Tasman travel plans of Kiwis have once again been thrown into…
AFTA’s interim survey results reveal “distressing” statistics, says Rudd
AFTA has released interim results of its 'Travelsectorkeeper' survey, and they make…
