Outback Queensland’s iconic events calendar is back in full swing in 2021 and is shaping up to draw bumper crowds, while boosting local economies and spirits along the way.
Tourism leaders from across Australia will be in Longreach this week, putting local tourism in the spotlight and showcasing what is fast becoming a powerhouse destination – Outback Queensland.
Local tourism leaders including Outback Queensland Tourism Association representatives will be in Longreach today meeting with the Hon Stirling Hinchliffe MP, Minister for Tourism Industry Development and Innovation for Sport. OQTA CEO Denise Brown said this is Minister Hinchliffe’s first visit to Outback Queensland under his new cabinet portfolio. “This is a great opportunity to […]
Outback Queensland tourism shone bright last night at the Grey Nomad Tourism Awards with local operators taking out top gongs including the ultimate award - ‘Best of the Best’ - going to Les Wilson Barramundi Discovery Centre in Karumba.
Outback Queensland Tourism Association is kicking off 2021 at a cracking pace as it gets set to host its sold out Outback Queensland Muster - the first major travel trade event in Queensland since COVID restrictions came into place.
Outback Queensland’s peak tourism body has welcomed Balonne Shire Council to its membership.
Outback Queensland’s peak tourism body is counting down the weeks in anticipating of Stage 3 Queensland Roadmap easing of restrictions. Outback Queensland Tourism Association CEO Denise Brown said tourism was vital to Outback Queensland, contributing an estimated $443.7 million[1] to the region and supporting 4,600 jobs. “It’s good news Outback Queensland residents can currently travel […]
The tourism industry in central western Queensland can look forward to a stronger future under a collaboration forged between the industry and local government. The Remote Area Planning and Development Board (RAPAD) and the Outback Queensland Tourism Association (OQTA) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding that will cement the organisations’ commitment to sharing information and […]
Outback Queensland tourism operators have celebrated an incredible year of tourism at the Queensland Tourism Awards, receiving ten accolades including Gold for the Major Tourist Attractions category for Australian Age of Dinosaurs.
The winners of the 2019 Outback Queensland Tourism Awards were announced over the weekend in host town, Winton. Over 200 tourism representatives gathered in Winton over three days of the 2019 Outback Queensland Tourism Symposium and Awards to celebrate the Year of Outback Tourism. A total of 15 categories saw awards given to a range […]
Visitor expenditure is at an all-time high in Outback Queensland at $713.2 million according to the latest National Visitor Survey (NVS), a 10.3% year-on-year increase. Across the period June 2018 to June 2019, Outback Queensland visitor nights spiked by 23.6% year-on-year to a record total of 5.8 million nights, leading to the record-breaking visitor expenditure. […]
2019 may have been announced as the Year of Outback Queensland Tourism by the Queensland Premier, but the good times will keep rolling in 2020, with a raft of new tourism products set to open. Thanks to funding by the Queensland Government and the announcement of the Outback Tourism Infrastructure Fund, Outback Queensland travellers will have 15 new attractions to […]
Outback Queensland Tourism Association has appointed Ms Denise Brown as the new Chief Executive Officer of Outback Queensland’s official regional tourism organisation.
Three Outback Queensland tourism operators were successful in winning their categories at the Qantas Australian Tourism Awards held over the weekend. Mount Isa Mines Rodeo won Gold in the Festival & Events Category, Fun Over Fifty won Gold in the Ecotourism category and Cobbold Gorge took out the Silver in the Hosted Accommodation category. Hosted […]
Outback Queensland tourism operators are finding new ways to showcase the region to visitors, with new tours to show off a different side of the outback and see it from a different angle – onboard a luxury bus (new leather seats!), a guided motorbike tour through channel country, or a birds-eye view as passenger of […]
Outback Queensland tourism operators have been recognised as visitor favourites amassing eight accolades across seven categories at this year’s sold out Queensland Tourism Awards tonight. The annual awards celebrate the dedicated individuals and successful operators of the state’s $25 billion tourism industry. A total of 87 awards, including 26 gold, 26 silver, 26 bronze, seven […]
During Outback Queensland Tourism’s night of nights, all corners of the outback were recognised for their contribution to the tourism industry across 15 categories and two separate awards. Cobbold Gorge received two awards for their excellence as a tourist attraction and hosted accommodation. Meanwhile winning-streaks formed with three operators taking home awards in the same […]
Outback Queensland saw a 15% year-on-year increase in regional expenditure according to the latest National Visitor Survey (NVS), outperforming the growth rates of Brisbane, Sunshine Coast and Gold Coast. Across the period June 2017 to June 2018, Outback Queensland visitor nights rose from 3,514 to 4,736, with the additional 1,222 extra visitor nights spiking regional […]
Trek West Calling all adventurers and avid hikers! Follow founder Shelley Hawkins as she takes you on a tour of the north western pocket of Outback Queensland – on foot. The group tours take on multi-day hikes, covering at least 20km of vast outback landscape each day, with food, beverages, and tent equipment supplied. Get into the […]
The Queensland Government, Tourism & Events Queensland and Outback Queensland Tourism Association has launched one of the largest tourism marketing campaigns ever developed for Outback Queensland, aimed at encouraging holiday visitors to experience Queensland’s wild west. Outback Queensland Tourism Association in partnership with Tourism and Events Queensland, Sunlover Holidays, and QantasLink, have released discounted travel, […]
Spectacular Cobbold Gorge and Outback local Simon Terry are the heroes of Tourism and Events Queensland’s latest ‘Find your perfect next’ campaign video. The 90-second clip shares the spectacular scenery and rich history of Cobbold Gorge in a ‘local invitation’ video, which aims to showcase the unique tourism experiences that Outback Queensland has to offer. […]
The 2018 Outback Queensland Tourism Symposium & Awards will shine under the spotlight from 1-4 November in Roma.
2018 marks the 30th anniversary of Barcaldine’s May Day Parade celebrations, and the town invites visitors to experience the Tree of Knowledge Festival. The Tree of Knowledge Festival will once again take over the Outback town of Barcaldine this May. Its timing with the Labor Day long weekend is not coincidental – Barcaldine is the birthplace of […]
Outback Queensland collected three silver awards at this year’s Australian Tourism Awards over the weekend, placing in three out of four eligible categories. The Mount Isa Mines Rotary Rodeo took out second place for the Festival and Events category and Cobbold Gorge picked up in the Hosted Accommodation section. Fun over Fifty, a tour operator with six out of […]
Outback Queensland takes home six accolades at this year’s Queensland Tourism Awards over the weekend, proving its strength as a region in the state’s $25 billion tourism industry. Outback Queensland collected three Gold, one Silver, one Bronze, and one Highly Commended award from Queensland Tourism Awards, out of a total 160 nominations across the State. […]