Message from the Tourism Minister
People in the business of tourism recognise that we must attract more 'high yield' visitors to South Australia if we are to develop a sustainable tourism industry over the long term.
From Andrew's Desk
The South Australian Tourism Commission (SATC) has now been selling the State to the world for 100 years. Last month we celebrated the opening of the first South Australian Tourist Bureau on King William Street.
Tiger Leaps into Adelaide
Tiger Airways has announced it will establish a second Australian base at Adelaide Airport - a move that could bring more than 10 million extra passengers through the terminal.
Whale Centre Upgrade
The newly-upgraded South Australian Whale Centre at Victor Harbor reopened its doors in time for this year's whale-watching season, adding to the state's appeal for nature-based visitors.
SATC Takes out UK Award
The South Australian Tourism Commission has been named Tourist Board of the Year at the annual Flight Centre UK Awards Ball.
KI Operator Australia's Best
This Tourism Australia run event is a prestigious occasion and cements Exceptional Kangaroo Island's reputation as one of the best in the business.
September 2008
Welcome to the new-look Industry Brief.
Welcome to the new-look Industry Brief. In this e-newsletter, we'll be covering all the latest South Australian tourism industry news you expect from Industry Brief, but now it will be in an environmentally-friendly format designed for easy reading - delivered straight to your inbox every two months. Let us know what you think - we would welcome your feedback
South Australian Tourism Celebrates 100 Years
The promotion of South Australian tourism began 100 years ago last month, with the opening on 17 August 1908 of the first South Australian Tourist Bureau on King William Street - staffed by one tourist agent and two employees. Read on
World Food Exchange Speakers Announced
South Australia's Food and Wine Producers have the opportunity to take advantage of the world's growing culinary market. Read on
$3 Million Adelaide Rail Terminal Launched
The redevelopment of the Adelaide Parklands Rail Terminal - previously called the Keswick Railway Station - provides a world-class gateway for visitors arriving in adelaide by train. Read on
Port Lincoln Hotel Snares Hotel of the Year
Just seven months after its grand opening, the Port Lincoln Hotel has proved itself a landmark for country South Australia, recognised as the state's hotel of the year for 2008. Read on
In 12 months ended March 2008, travel and tourism generated $4.3 billion of expenditure in South Australia. (TRA)
In the 12 months ended March 2008, South Australia received around 5.7 million visitors and 25.6 million visitor nights.
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