Your Tourism Voice

As NAIDOC Week continues across the country, it feels only right that this update starts by reflecting on what this week means: a celebration of the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and an important time for us all to listen, learn and deepen our understanding.

Backing the bush: $2.14M for tourism

QTIC welcomes a $2.14M funding commitment from State and Federal Government for flood-impacted Western Queensland tourism operators. Together with Outback Queensland Tourism Association, we've advocated for urgent recovery support.

Stronger settings for small business

QTIC CEO Natassia Wheeler joined an ACCI roundtable on economic reform and simplifying regulation. We're committed to working with industry partners to improve conditions for Queensland’s tourism operators and small businesses.

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Shape the future of the Awards

Help us improve the Queensland Tourism Awards program and Gala by completing a short survey. Your feedback on the submission process and event experience ensures the Awards stay relevant and continue to reflect our industry’s evolving needs.

Your voice, our future

QTIC is travelling across regional Queensland to shape our Queensland First Nations Tourism Plan, uniting voices and guiding our path to 2032 and beyond. Have your say and help shape the future by completing our online survey.

Stay Accredited, stay ahead

A new financial year means it’s time for annual Accreditation renewals. If your renewal is scheduled for July, check your inbox for your invoice and next steps. Interested in becoming Accredited? Learn how to join the Quality Tourism Framework.

Support that makes a splash

Magnetic Glamping, hit by floods earlier this year, accessed disaster recovery funding with help from QTIC’s Industry Workforce Advisor program. This support enabled vital repairs, including a pool refurbishment. Learn how the program can assist you in securing funding.

From classroom to tourism career

St Anthony’s College students explored the Port of Townsville and local tourism businesses through QTIC’s Gateway to Industry Schools program. With tours and industry insights, they engaged with tourism careers. Learn how your business can help shape a future workforce.

Tourism operators go digital with $1M

Over $1 million has been delivered to 1,200 tourism operators through QTIC’s Tourism Business Digital Adaptation Program, funded by the State Government. From websites to social media, the program has helped businesses boost their digital capabilities.

Beachtree distils victory

Big cheers from the Sunshine Coast as Beachtree Distilling Co. is crowned World’s Best Craft Producer and World’s Best Sustainable Distillery at the 2025 World Drinks Awards.

Whitsundays icons unite

Ocean Rafting have acquired Hamilton Island Water Sports, uniting two passionate, family-owned Whitsundays businesses dedicated to world-class marine adventures and environmental care.

40 years of marine adventure

Marine tourism began 40 years ago in Agnes Water & 1770. From the MV James Cook to 1770 LARC! Tours, local pioneers have delivered unforgettable sea and sand adventures.