
What’s in it for tourism: A Federal Budget summary
The 2025–26 Federal Budget has delivered limited direct investment for Australia’s tourism sector, with most initiatives broadly targeted at cost-of-living relief, housing, healthcare, education and the economy.
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What’s in it for tourism: A Federal Budget summary
The 2025–26 Federal Budget has delivered limited direct investment for Australia’s tourism sector, with most initiatives broadly targeted at cost-of-living relief, housing, healthcare, education and the economy.

Ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred Check In
As Ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred moves through, we want to take a moment to check in with you.

Five Truths About Accessible Tourism
Accessible tourism is about meeting the needs of a diverse customer base, improving guest experiences, and increasing revenue. Here are five truths about accessible tourism that every business should know.

Tourism in Action: A word from Brett Fraser, October 2024
It seems fitting that my final message to you as CEO of this remarkable organisation begins with congratulations to the outstanding lineup of finalists in this…

A word from the QTIC Chair
As we conclude another impactful year for Queensland’s tourism industry, I would like to take this opportunity to express my sincere gratitude to our members…

QTIC CEO Brett Fraser pays tribute to Sir Frank Moore
Today, we share the sad news that our friend and a prominent legend of the tourism industry, Sir Frank Moore, passed away on Thursday morning.
Media releases
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High costs are crippling tourism businesses amid record spending
Media release Back to media releases High costs are crippling tourism businesses amid record spending 26 March 2025 The latest data released by Tourism Research Australia today shows that domestic and international tourists spent a record $35.3 billion in Queensland in the year ended December 2024. Record visitation numbers also saw Queensland welcoming 26.2 million
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$250 Million Boost will Improve Conservation, Tourism and Open Up Parts of Australia Few Have Seen
Media release Back to media releases $250 Million Boost will Improve Conservation, Tourism and Open Up Parts of Australia Few Have Seen 22 March 2025 Today’s $250 million federal funding announcement for protected areas has the potential to expand public access to nature, strengthen conservation efforts, and bolster Australia’s ecotourism credentials ahead of the 2032
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Small business tourism operators urged to get tech-savvy
Media release Back to media releases Small business tourism operators urged to get tech-savvy 23 March 2025 More than $3 million to support more than 1,000 tourism operators to boost their tech take up. Micro, small and medium-sized businesses can apply for $2,500 rebates. The Tourism Business Digital Adaption Program aims to help tourism operators
24 March 2025Read More