

Keen to know how your tourism association is working for you? Here you’ll discover what’s new from the MRBTA, with updates from our Visitor Centres and attractions, info about initiatives we’re working on, things that you can get involved in, and general snapshots for the industry.
With the ever-changing tourism landscape and how we interact with each other, having cloud software for your business today is key. Cashbook and accounting software Xero has been a major player in the Cloud accounting software market for many years now. Founded in New Zealand in 2006, the program was one…
As we make our way through peak tourism season the region is bustling with visitors. Many member businesses are operating without the full complement of staff they need, which makes the outstanding customer service on display across the region all the more exceptional. While accommodation and hospitality venues are reporting strong holiday numbers, not all segments of…
Jetstar have announced today that due to the closure of Western Australia’s border with Victoria, they have delayed the start of their new Busselton – Melbourne service until 26 June 2021. Jetstar have confirmed that they remain committed to the route and look forward to its launch as border controls are adjusted,…
Your Margaret River Region Tourism Maps are now in stock, ready for ordering prior to Christmas. Please place your order HERE and a staff member will call you to let you know that your order is ready for pickup from the chosen location. There is a 2 box limit and…
The Margaret River Wine Association is hoping to get as many locals as possible on board with this nationwide campaign. Taking part is easy – simply take a photo of your glass of wine today, tomorrow… whenever you enjoy a drop, and post it on your socials over the holiday…
Since Jetstar announced the Melbourne-Busselton direct air service the overwhelming theme of our conversations with members has been around how the route marketing is working; what’s being done to market the route, and how businesses can leverage the opportunity. Earlier this year we put together this explainer article to help…
For the first time in over 10 years, Ecotourism Australia’s Global Eco Asia-Pacific Tourism Conference, was held in Margaret River from 1-3 December 2020. The organisers have provided us with the event report below to share with members who were unable to attend the event. Event Wrap-Up 2020 has proven…
Selecting and implementing the right technology in your business can be overwhelming and confusing. As technology continues to advance, the choices become endless and it is understandable many businesses choose to throw it in the ‘too hard basket’ and continue doing business the way they have done in the past….