Curtin University has recently concluded some extensive research on the presence of Airbnb in WA and the Margaret River region, with a comprehensive report to be released later in 2017. Having completed the bulk of the research, the team is interested in carrying out an additional small exploratory study into…
The latest visitor statistics for the region have just been released via Tourism Research Australia and Tourism Western Australia. Read on to see how the region is tracking as of Year Ending March 2017. YE Mar-15 YE Mar-16 YE Mar-17 Growth % International Overnight Visitors 90,400 123,800 132,700 7.2 Interstate Overnight…
CinefestOZ Film festival celebrates 10 years this August, with one of the most impressive line-ups of Australian film to date. CinefestOZ is a not-for-profit organisation and relies on the generosity and dedication of the people whose passion and dedication keeps the festival alive. There are a number of ways to lend…
A Memorandum of Understanding has been established between The Margaret River Busselton Tourism Association (MRBTA) and Nature Conservation Margaret River Region (Nature Conservation) with the aim of further protecting the natural environment of the Margaret River region. The partnership between the two independent not-for-profit bodies will take effect on 1 July…
Development of the Busselton-Margaret River Regional Airport (BMRRA) is well underway with genuine interest being shown by a number of major Australian domestic airlines. The airport’s expansion is an extremely important development for the South West and the State more broadly, and the project continues to enjoy strong local stakeholder…
Your Margaret River Region continues to cement its position as Australia’s go-to culinary destination, beating off competition from Barossa Valley, Hunter Valley, Yarra Valley and Mornington Peninsula to win the title of ‘Best Australian food and wine region’ in Luxury Travel Magazine’s annual Gold List Awards. Now in its 13th year, Luxury Travel Magazine’s annual Gold…
Development at the Busselton-Margaret River Regional Airport is forging ahead, and the City of Busselton provided MRBTA members with a comprehensive update of activity at our most recent member mingle. Download the presentation for updates on: Development work – Airside Design and Construction and Landside Design Regional benefits Airline Engagement Strategy…
Australia’s South West (ASW) represented the Margaret River Region last month at the US Summit and Marketplace, as part of the MOU between MRBTA and ASW formed last year. Acting ASW CEO Catrin Allsop undertook over 100 appointments and presentations with product managers, Premium Aussie Specialists and US-based media, and…
