2013 SATIC Tourism Conference– May 29, 2013
Be inspired… inspire each other… improve and achieve together – the 4th annual South Australian Tourism Industry Council (SATIC) Tourism Conference will be an unmissable day for tourism operators and suppliers throughout the state.
South Australia’s best of the best in Australia!
South Australian tourism businesses have won a record number of medals in the 2012 Qantas Australian Tourism Awards announced in Hobart.
Narnu Farm and Emaroo Port Hughes won Gold in their respective categories of Standard Accommodation and Deluxe Accommodation against serious competition from all Australian states and territories
SA contests National Tourism Awards
24 leading South Australian tourism businesses will represent the State in Hobart on Friday the 15th of February for the chance to be named Australia’s best at the 2012 Qantas Australian Tourism Awards.
South Australia’s best in tourism
A record 6 of South Australia's finest tourism experiences have been inducted into the State's Tourism Hall of Fame at the South Australian Tourism Awards, winning their category three years in a row.
Record Entries for SA Tourism Awards
Pride in our tourism industry is at an all-time high with a record 166 entries received for the 2012 South Australian Tourism Awards, South Australia’s most prestigious tourism accolade with winners going on to compete on the national stage.
Only Days Left to Nominate for SA Tourism Awards
The State’s best tourism operators are encouraged to nominate for the 2012 South Australian Tourism Awards, with the nomination deadline next Friday, 6 July.
Yorke Peninsula Tourism Accolades
Yorke Peninsula tourism operators were recognised at the 2012 Yorke Peninsula Tourism Awards held at Ardrossan on Wednesday night.
Quality Tourism gets the “tick” on new Travel Website
A new travel website – Quality Tourism South Australia – will give peace of mind to travellers by providing a comprehensive listing of quality assured tourism businesses in South Australia.
SA Tourism Awards: Excellence in Food Tourism
High quality South Australian food tourism experiences will now be recognised as part of the 2012 South Australian Tourism Awards with the introduction of a new category – Excellence in South Australian Food Tourism.
Record Nominations for the Yorke Peninsula Tourism Awards
A record number of nominations have been received for the 2012 Yorke Peninsula Tourism Awards with 38 nominations across 10 categories.
Become A South Australian Tourism Star
South Australia’s top tourism businesses are invited to enter the 2012 South Australian Tourism Awards, with nominations now open.
The prestigious Awards, launched by Tourism Minister Gail Gago, attract hundreds of entries each year, with winners going on to represent South Australia at a national level.
Showcase your Yorke Peninsula tourism business
The 2012 Yorke Peninsula Tourism Awards are now open for nominations and tourism operators are invited to nominate across 11 categories.
Barossa Scores A Tourism Hat-Trick
The Barossa scored a tourism hat-trick when it walked away with three major prizes at the 2011 Qantas Australian Tourism Awards in Cairns last night.
South Australia Contests Australian Tourism Awards
25 leading South Australian tourism businesses will represent the State in Cairns on Friday for the chance to be named Australia's best at the 2011 Qantas Australian Tourism Awards.
South Australia’s Best in Tourism
Five of South Australia's finest tourism experiences have been inducted into the State's Tourism Hall of Fame at the 2011 South Australian Tourism Awards, after winning their category for a third year in a row.
New Board Members for SA Tourism Industry Council
The South Australian Tourism Industry Council, the peak body for tourism in South Australia, has recently announced the reappointment of Duncan MacKenzie as the Chairman of its Board, along with the appointment of three new Board members: Stuart Livingstone, Brendan Meppem and Sally Neville.
Tourism Industry Conference - Surviving & Thriving
South Australian tourism businesses will take a positive step towards being better informed in the face of challenging times by attending the upcoming state-wide tourism conference in November.
Nominate a Tourism Champion
One of the most prestigious accolades at the 2011 South Australian Tourism Awards is the Outstanding Contribution by an Individual award.
Questions Raised About Tourism Deal (ABC News)
The SA Tourism Minister has asked for details about the process that led to a major contract being awarded to the son-in-law of the chairman of SA's Tourism Commission.
Media Statement: SA Visitor & Travel Centre
Ward Tilbrook, Chief Executive of the South Australian Tourism Industry Council (SATIC) says SATIC took the opportunity on behalf of its members to voice concerns to the SA Tourism Commission about the transition of the South Australian Visitor & Travel Centre from a Government to a private operation.
Media Statement: Regional Tourism Growth Plan
Ward Tilbrook, Chief Executive of the South Australian Tourism Industry Council (SATIC) says SATIC members have voiced concerns over future levels of support for regional tourism from the South Australian Tourism Commission in lieu of the discontinuation of funding to regional tourism committees and removal of the dedicated regional tourism positions located within each of the State’s eleven designated tourism regions.
SA’s Accredited Tourism Businesses Recognised Nationally
The South Australian Tourism Industry Council's Australian Tourism Accreditation Program received the highest accolade as the first accreditation program to be endorsed under the Federal Government's National Tourism Accreditation Framework.
Will South Australian Tourism Get Caught in the Net?
Continued consultation and communication is the key to ensure tourism is fully considered within the issue of marine parks, as their impact on South Australian tourism is two-fold.
Alarming Power Prices Spark Outback Anger
Power price increases of up to 120% may force tourism businesses to close in Coober Pedy and other key South Australian outback tourism destinations.
Tourism Awards Always Proves Popular
The annual South Australian Tourism Awards are always met with a large level of interest and 2011 is proving no exception.
SA: Home of Australia’s Best Event & Hosted Accommodation
South Australia's Santos Tour Down Under was named Australia's best major festival & event and Seppeltsfield Vineyard Cottage in the Barossa was named Australia's best hosted accommodation at the 2010 Qantas Australian Tourism Awards in Perth.
Mining the Flinders Ranges will Destroy Tourism
The South Australian Tourism Industry Council strongly rejects any mining activity in the Flinders Ranges as it is imperative that South Australia's key tourism destinations are protected.
SA’s best at putting on a show (Adelaide Now)
Outdoor concerts and seafood and wine festivals are among events in regional areas this month... SA Tourism Industry Council chairman Duncan MacKenzie said SA was the "premier state for events and festivals; no one else comes anywhere near us".
South Australia’s Tourism Stars
Four of South Australia’s best tourism businesses have been inducted into the State’s Tourism Hall of Fame at the 2010 South Australian Tourism Awards. Jacob's Creek Visitor Centre, Adelaide Convention Centre, UniSA's School of Management and Unforgettable Houseboats all received the prestigious inductions after winning their respective categories for the third year in row.
SA’s Food & Wine - Our Tourism Drawcard
Top South Australian produce will be the flavour of the night at the 2010 South Australian Tourism Awards Gala Dinner in November.
Tourism Industry Conference Tackles Change
South Australian tourism businesses plan to tackle change head on by attending the upcoming state-wide tourism conference in November.
South Australia: The Nation’s Most Sustainable Tourism Desination
South Australia is positioning itself as the nation’s most sustainable tourism destination as 23 tourism businesses achieve climate action certification through a new program developed by Ecotourism Australia, which is administered by the South Australian Tourism Industry Council.
South Australia Leads the Way in Tourism Accreditation
The South Australian Tourism Industry Council has welcomed the Federal Government’s announcement of $5.5million commitment over four years to implement and operate the National Tourism Accreditation Framework.
SATIC Visit (WIN News)
The South Australian Tourism Industry Council has spent time speaking with local operators.
SA Defies Downturn in Tourism (Adelaide Now)
South Australia has defied a national downturn in domestic tourism by posting rises in Australians' spending here and nights interstate visitors stayed last year.
South Australia Shines at National Tourism Awards
South Australia’s 2009 Tour Down Under was named Australia’s best major festival & event and the Adelaide Convention Centre was named Australia’s best meetings & business tourism venue at the 2009 Qantas Australian Tourism Awards in Hobart last night.
Internet E-Marketing in Plain English for Tourism Industry
Tourism operators are invited to attend a seminar on Internet E-Marketing specifically designed for the tourism industry to increase its marketing presence online.
South Australian Tourism Accolades
Four tourism businesses have been inducted into the State Tourism Hall of Fame at the 2009 South Australian Tourism Awards. Cleland Wildlife Park, Bookabee Tours Australia, Adventure Tours Australia Group and Lakeside Manor YHA Backpackers all received the prestigious inductions after winning their respective categories for the third year in a row.
Domestic Tourism Dives (Adelaide Now)
Domestic tourism, the mainstay of the industry in Australia, has plummeted as workers stockpile leave and those who do travel choose overseas destinations.
Barossa tourism leaders on the front foot of climate change
A selection of the Barossa's key tourism, government and community leaders have identified 19 potential tourism-focused climate change adaptation and mitigation strategies for the Barossa as part of a major suite of national research considering the impacts of climate change on Australian tourism.
Let’s Talk SATIC in Regional SA
Local tourism operators and industry partners are invited to attend a number of free seminars in June and July to gain a better understanding of the State's new tourism body - The South Australian Tourism Industry Council.
Domestic tourism push for SA (ABC News)
There will be an extra $12 million allocated in the state Budget for selling South Australia as a holiday destination.... Ward Tilbrook says it is important for tourism operators to work together.