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20 September 2018

Queensland lands major global aviation conference
Delegates from major airlines around the world will descend upon Brisbane next year to attend a
major international aviation conference secured for Queensland.

The 145th International Air Transport Association (IATA) Slot Conference will run from 12-15
November 2019, where some of the biggest players in international aviation will come together to
negotiate slots at international airports.

The conference is set to pump more than $2.3 million into the Queensland economy and provide a
great opportunity for Queensland's tourism industry to strengthen relationships with airline executives
in growing tourism markets.

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Gold Coast comes alive with sporting action
The Gold Coast swelled with visitors last weekend, with three major Commonwealth Games sporting
events returning to the city in a bumper weekend of action.

The ITU World Triathlon Grand Final Gold Coast and Age Group World Championships, 2018
Gymnastics National Club Carnival and the Qantas Wallabies vs Argentina delivered a multi-million-
dollar boost for the Coast.

Two of these events are classed as high-participation events - bringing thousands of competitors and
officials, coaches and spectators over several weeks and generating a strong return for the economy.

In another win, the Gold Coast will also host three major hockey events over the next two years in a
deal set to generate $3.9 million and 25,500 visitor nights for the local economy.

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Attracting Tourism Fund - your questions answered
The Department of Innovation, Tourism Industry Development and the Commonwealth Games has
developed some guidelines and FAQs around the Attracting Tourism Fund (ATF) for those working in
the tourism industry.

This is a $48.6 million fund that will bring more flights to Queensland and deliver new tourism
infrastructure, projects and attractions to position Queensland as Australia’s leading destination.

Who can apply?
The ATF is open to local tourism operators, local governments, commercial/private enterprises,
regional tourism organisations, and economic development organisations.

What type of tourism projects will be considered?
To be eligible for funding, projects must meet the objectives of the ATF and fall into one of the
stipulated categories.

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Queensland visitor experiences
showcased in Japan
Queensland’s unique visitor experiences were
showcased in Japan last week as part of an
annual Tourism and Events Queensland travel
mission, aimed at increasing awareness of
Queensland in this key market.

A record 28 Queensland tourism businesses
embarked on the ‘Queensland on Tour’ mission
to Osaka, Nagoya and Tokyo, meeting with 300
Japanese partners, including product managers,
airline, retail and sales staff.

In the year ending March 2018, Queensland
welcomed 203,000 Japanese visitors who spent
$397.5 million in the state, making it
Queensland's third most valuable international
market.

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Industry opportunities
QTIC World Tourism Day Networking Event/Prize
for Innovation in Tourism Awards Night
Brisbane, 27 Sep 2018

Queensland on Stage India 2018 workshop
Applications close 21 Sep 2018
Gold Coast, 20 Nov 2018

Queensland on Stage India 2018 workshop
Applications close 21 Sep 2018
Brisbane, 22 Nov 2018

TEQ International Market Briefings
Cairns - 12 Nov 2018
Brisbane - 13 Nov 2018
Gold Coast - 15 Nov 2018

Tourism Masterclass
Gold Coast, 15 Nov 2018

Queensland on Tour Greater China Mission 2019
Expression of interest open - China, Mar 2019

Jobs
Planning Insights and Performance Specialist
Brisbane based, applications close 24 Sep 2018

Tourism Australia vacancies
Australia and overseas

Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority
- Communications and Marketing Officer
Queensland lands major global aviation conference - Queensland.com
Townsville, applications close 26 Sep 2018

                                                 - Communications Officer
                                                 Gladstone/Rockhampton, applications close 26
                                                 Sep 2018

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