The Ballina Tourism Team are ecstatic that for the first time ever, Ballina has welcomed over one million visitors. The news that 1,028 000 people visited the Ballina Shire in the 17/18 fiscal year was confirmed by Tourism Research Australia.
The Ballina Tourism Team are ecstatic that for the first time ever, Ballina has welcomed over one million visitors. The news that 1,028 000 people visited the Ballina Shire in the 17/18 fiscal year was confirmed by Tourism Research Australia. The Ballina Tourism team wants businesses across the region to be part of a new visitor guide to attract holiday makers to the Northern Rivers.
The Ballina Tourism team wants businesses across the region to be part of a new visitor guide to attract holiday makers to the Northern Rivers.
The 2019 Marketing Prospectus produced by the Ballina Tourism Team is here. There are exciting new opportunities to promote your business available for a limited time.
You cannot afford to miss out on being part of a collaborative marketing drive to sell the destination and your business.
To find out opportunities and access the 2019 Destination Marketing Prospectus click here.
Click on the booking form to secure your place, bookings close 22 March 2019, so get in quick.
Got questions? Call our team on 1800 777 666 and we can personally answer them for you.
The Macadamia Castle has just launched a new VIP Tour. This new intimate experience provides exclusive behind-the-scenes access of the Macadamia Castle's Animal Park, where participants have a dedicated Keeper to meet native, endangered and farmyard animals one-on-one.
The Macadamia Castle has just launched a new VIP Tour. This new intimate experience provides exclusive behind-the-scenes access of the Macadamia Castle's Animal Park, where participants have a dedicated Keeper to meet native, endangered and farmyard animals one-on-one.It is exciting to see new tours and activities in the region so we wanted to share some of the latest ones to join our industry!
It is exciting to see new tours and activities in the region so we wanted to share some of the latest ones to join our industry!School may be back but we are still finding their are people about on holidays and looking for things to do. If you have guests staying, make sure you keep up to date with What's On so you can keep them entertained.
School may be back but we are still finding their are people about on holidays and looking for things to do. If you have guests staying, make sure you keep up to date with What's On so you can keep them entertained."I'm bored!" is something you do not want to hear over the Schoool Holidays so make sure you download a copy of the Summer School Holiday Activity Sheet which is loaded with free and affordable activities to keep visitors and families busy over the holiday season.
"I'm bored!" is something you do not want to hear over the Schoool Holidays so make sure you download a copy of the On behalf of the Ballina Tourism Team we would like to wish all our wonderful operators and industry stakeholders a very Merry Christmas and a fantastic holiday season.
On behalf of the Ballina Tourism Team we would like to wish all our wonderful operators and industry stakeholders a very Merry Christmas and a fantastic holiday season. It has been a great year working closely with lots of businesses and we have big things already planned for 2019 which we cannot wait to share with you all!
The NSW Regional Business Event Development Fund has been designed by Destination NSW to help stakeholders create, attract and support exciting business events for regional NSW and to support new business event initiatives.
The NSW Regional Business Event Development Fund has been designed by Destination NSW to help stakeholders create, attract and support exciting business events for regional NSW and to support new business event initiatives. Find out whats happening around the Ballina Coast & Hinterland by clicking WHATS ON
Odyssey Wake Surf N Ski is Ballina Coast & Hinterlands newest recreational business and offers Wakeboarding, Water Skiing and Wake Surfing from 1st timers to advanced. Located on the beautiful Richmond River, Odyssey Wake Surf N Ski aims to give visitors an alluring water sports experience of enjoyment, local scenery, sublime water conditions and fun.
Odyssey Wake Surf N Ski is Ballina Coast & Hinterlands newest recreational business and offers Wakeboarding, Water Skiing and Wake Surfing from 1st timers to advanced. Located on the beautiful Richmond River, Odyssey Wake Surf N Ski aims to give visitors an alluring water sports experience of enjoyment, local scenery, sublime water conditions and fun.It is that time of the year again to update our list of Export-ready Product with Destination NSW and if you are wondering if that is you then please go through the checklist below and let us know!
It is that time of the year again to update our list of Export-ready Product with Destination NSW and if you are wondering if that is you then please go through the Thank you to the operators that recently attended the industry collaboration workshops. It was great to see so much enthusiasm, a willingness to share and work together.
Thank you to the operators that recently attended the industry collaboration workshops. It was great to see so much enthusiasm, a willingness to share and work together.For those that were unable to attend, the feedback from the workshops shows an overwhelming desire to engage in cross-selling opportunities.
We are very excited to help promote a new summer market which will be known as The Market ON DUSK at Missingham Bridge Ampitheatre held over four summer evenings in December and January.
We are very excited to help promote a new summer market which will be known as Boosting the Visitor Economy Together - FREE Workshops. If you would like to attract more visitors to your business and get bigger bang for your buck, then don't miss this free workshop designed with your needs in mind.
Boosting the Visitor Economy Together - FREE Workshops. If you would like to attract more visitors to your business and get bigger bang for your buck, then don't miss this free workshop designed with your needs in mind.The Tourism Group, supported by Destination New South Wales is publishing the second annual edition of Traveller's Guide to New South Wales.
The Tourism Group, supported by Destination New South Wales is publishing the second annual edition of Traveller's Guide to New South Wales.Mark it in your calendar - the 2018 Ballina Country Music Festival will be held Friday 2nd, Saturday 3rd & Sunday 4th November. This is the 7th year for this annual event which is a 3 day festival with Adam Brand headlining and over 100 other artists providing free entertainment across 6 stages throughout 5 venues.
Mark it in your calendar - the 2018 Ballina Country Music Festival will be held Friday 2nd, Saturday 3rd & Sunday 4th November. This is the 7th year for this annual event which is a 3 day festival with Adam Brand headlining and over 100 other artists providing free entertainment across 6 stages throughout 5 venues.Visitors to our region come to relax and unwind and National Parks are a popular day trip for many.
Visitors to our region come to relax and unwind and National Parks are a popular day trip for many. NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service has released a new mobile app, providing park visitors with information and maps at their fingertips to help improve their experience.
The latest statistics are in regarding visitor numbers and spending in different areas. Tourism Research Australia have updated the LGA visitor data and Ballina Coast & Hinterland now have 728,000 visitors per annum who spend $255 million while in our shire.
The latest statistics are in regarding visitor numbers and spending in different areas. Tourism Research Australia have updated the LGA visitor data and Ballina Coast & Hinterland now have 728,000 visitors per annum who spend $255 million while in our shire.Business Connect (funded by the NSW Government) will be running a series of Digital Bootcamps in Ballina. Four sessions will be on offer to help you to achieve your business goals using digital capabilities.
Business Connect (funded by the NSW Government) will be running a series of Digital Bootcamps in Ballina. Four sessions will be on offer to help you to achieve your business goals using digital capabilities. Day 1: Small business digital readiness, Customer personas & buying cycle: Thursday 8th November (1pm-6.30pm)
The holidays have certainly started with a bang! With QLD already a week in, NSW starting this Friday PLUS sporting events such as the Mens Masters National Hockey Championships and the Oceania Cup bringing in families from all over Australia, it is no wonder accommodation properties are heavily booked.
The holidays have certainly started with a bang! With QLD already a week in, NSW starting this Friday PLUS sporting events such as the Keep your visiting families busy these school holidays - download your copy of the School Holiday Activity Sheet. We love the school holidays here at the Ballina Visitor Information Centre and have compiled a list of fun actvities that are on offer these holidays to keep the kids busy.
Keep your visiting families busy these school holidays - download your copy of the Just a reminder that the National Mens Hockey Masters Championships will be held in Ballina and Lismore from tomorrow, Thursday 20 September to Sunday 7 October 2018.
Just a reminder that the National Mens Hockey Masters Championships will be held in Ballina and Lismore from tomorrow, Thursday 20 September to Sunday 7 October 2018.Event organisers across rural and regional NSW holding events between January and June 2019, are encouraged to apply for the NSW Government's Flagship Event Fund, which has now opened.
Event organisers across rural and regional NSW holding events between January and June 2019, are encouraged to apply for the NSW Government's Flagship Event Fund, which has now opened.Submit Your School Holiday Activity to the Ballina Tourism Team for the School Holiday Activity Sheet.
Submit Your School Holiday Activity to the Ballina Tourism Team for the School Holiday Activity Sheet.To keep up to date on what's happening around the area this weekend click Whats On
This weeked Ballina will welcome visitors from across the state and Queensland to host the Ballina Triathlon which will be based at Pop Denison Park, Shaws Bay, East Ballina. Download a copy of the Ballina Triathlon Factsheet showing the road closures, detours and provides further information regarding the event.
This weeked Ballina will welcome visitors from across the state and Queensland to host the Ballina Triathlon which will be based at Pop Denison Park, Shaws Bay, East Ballina. Download a copy of the The practical Inbound Strategy Workshop is designed to provide tourism businesses, such as tours, attractions and accommodation, with the necessary steps to develop and sell export-ready tourism products to the international travel trade.
The practical Inbound Strategy Workshop is designed to provide tourism businesses, such as tours, attractions and accommodation, with the necessary steps to develop and sell export-ready tourism products to the international travel trade.Find out What's On around the area this weekend - North Coast Mud Trail, Rainbow Region Dragon Boat Regatta, Rous Bonfire & Fireworks, Bangalow BBQ & Bluegrass Festival, Ballina Markets and more!
Find out The Ballina Tourism Team have been working hard with businesses around the Northern Rivers to create an A5 booklet showcasing bookable experiences for locals and visitors that will make lasting memories.
The Ballina Tourism Team have been working hard with businesses around the Northern Rivers to create an A5 booklet showcasing bookable experiences for locals and visitors that will make lasting memories.You should receive a copy of this new marketing tool in the post over the next few days.
What marketing channels do you use to promote your business?
What marketing channels do you use to promote your business? The Tourism Team at Ballina Shire Council would like to hear from you in regards to the promotional channels you value and would like to work cooperatively in, with your fellow industry members, to promote the destination.
Find out What's On around the area this weekend - Bangalow Music Festival, family fun at Richmond Christian College 25th Birthday Celebrations, Seabird Rescue Fundraiser, Lennox Community Market and more!
If you have an event, workshop or something that should be included please contact us on 1800 777 666 or submit online
Is your business on Social Media? Do you have a facebook or instagram account? Please tag us in your photos so we can share them on our sites! If we aren't already following your business, please invite us so we can start following you too!
Is your business on Social Media? Do you have a facebook or instagram account? Please tag us in your photos so we can share them on our sites! If we aren't already following your business, please invite us so we can start following you too!The next cycle to advertise at the Ballina Byron Gateway Airport in the DL brochure board has commenced however if you are wanting to secure a spot it is not too late! We have 5 spots left!
The next cycle to advertise at the Ballina Byron Gateway Airport in the DL brochure board has commenced however if you are wanting to secure a spot it is not too late! We have 5 spots left!AIME is one of the most important trade exhibition in Australia and the asia-pacific region for meetings, conventions, events and incentive travel.
AIME is one of the most important trade exhibition in Australia and the asia-pacific region for meetings, conventions, events and incentive travel.Find out What's On around the area this weekend - Byron Writers Festival, Newrybar Fireworks & Fair, Seabird Rescue Fundraiser, local markets, beer making workshops and more!
If you have an event, workshop or something that should be included please contact us on 1800 777 666 or submit online
Northern Rivers Community Gallery (NRCG) is currently inviting exhibition applications across all artforms from artists, artist groups and curators for the 2019 exhibition program.
Northern Rivers Community Gallery (NRCG) is currently inviting exhibition applications across all artforms from artists, artist groups and curators for the 2019 exhibition program.The Ballina Tourism team have produced a new booklet to inspire locals and visitors. The booklet showcases indulgent activities as well as things for adventure seekers, food and nature lovers, arts and culture buffs and those wanting to relax and nurture themselves.
The Ballina Tourism team have produced a new booklet to inspire locals and visitors. The booklet showcases indulgent activities as well as things for adventure seekers, food and nature lovers, arts and culture buffs and those wanting to relax and nurture themselves.If you have a business in Lennox Head, it is time to get recognised for all your hard work!
If you have a business in Lennox Head, it is time to get recognised for all your hard work!Nominations are now open until 15 August with the awards Gala dinner taking place at Shelter on 3 September.
The award categories are varied so for futher details and to nominate your business, go to the Chamber website for all the details.
Find out What's On around the area this weekend - Grand Opening of Ballina & Alstonville Pools, local markets, distillery tours and more!
If you have an event, workshop or something that should be included please contact us on 1800 777 666 or submit online
The NSW First Workshop Program run by Destination NSW is hosting export-ready workshops to assist businesses as they prepare to sell their tourism products to the International travel trade.
The NSW First Workshop Program run by Destination NSW is hosting export-ready workshops to assist businesses as they prepare to sell their tourism products to the International travel trade.Far North Coast Hockey is hosting the National Men's Hockey Championships at the Goonellabah & Ballina Hockey Centre's in September 2018.
Far North Coast Hockey is hosting the National Men's Hockey Championships at the Goonellabah & Ballina Hockey Centre's in September 2018.The Tourism Team at Ballina Shire Council would like to hear from you in regards to the promotional channels you value and would like to work cooperatively in, with your fellow industry members, to promote the destination.
The Tourism Team at Ballina Shire Council would like to hear from you in regards to the promotional channels you value and would like to work cooperatively in, with your fellow industry members, to promote the destination. Keep the kids busy these school holidays - download your copy of the School Holiday Activity Sheet.
Keep the kids busy these school holidays - download your copy of the Destination NSW has launched their upcoming training workshops for the 2018-19 financial year as part of the NSW First Program. There are a number of topics that will be focused on throughout the year that can assist your business within the Tourism Industry.
Destination NSW has launched their upcoming training workshops for the 2018-19 financial year as part of the NSW First Program. There are a number of topics that will be focused on throughout the year that can assist your business within the Tourism Industry.Operating a small business from home is growing in popularity as people look for ways to supplement their income without the overheads.
Operating a small business from home is growing in popularity as people look for ways to supplement their income without the overheads.Ballina Shire Council has commenced the Lennox Village Vision: The Future of Lennox Head Village Centre (LVV) project. The Lennox Village Vision project seeks to gather community feedback on issues and ideas for the Lennox Head village centre.
Ballina Shire Council has commenced the Lennox Village Vision: The Future of Lennox Head Village Centre (LVV) project. The Lennox Village Vision project seeks to gather community feedback on issues and ideas for the Lennox Head village centre.If you are a local transport operator (local hire vehicle, community transport, tourism industry transport operators and those with small buses of 12 seats or less), NSW Point to Point Transport Commission invites attendance at a FREE information session about the point to point transport laws in NSW.
If you are a local transport operator (local hire vehicle, community transport, tourism industry transport operators and those with small buses of 12 seats or less), NSW Point to Point Transport Commission invites attendance at a FREE information session about the point to point transport laws in NSW.Tourism Australia is inviting Northern NSW tourism operators to Industry Networking Events across the region. Bookings are essential. Follow the links for each location below to register.
Tourism Australia is inviting Northern NSW tourism operators to Industry Networking Events across the region. Bookings are essential. Follow the links for each location below to register.For tourism to be truly sustainable, we must be memorable and remarkable to our visitors; not only because of the natural beauty of our landscape, diverse attractions and activities, but also because of the consistently high level of service and warm welcome that reflects our local regions.
For tourism to be truly sustainable, we must be memorable and remarkable to our visitors; not only because of the natural beauty of our landscape, diverse attractions and activities, but also because of the consistently high level of service and warm welcome that reflects our local regions.The Ballina Byron Gateway Airport continues to grow, breaking records with annual passenger numbers currently at over 530,000 per annum. The upcoming cycle for the DL brochure board, within the arrivals terminal, is fast approaching so now is the time to express interest!
The Australian and NSW governments are jointly funding the Woolgoolga to Ballina Pacific Highway upgrade. Roads and Maritime Services’ Pacific Highway Project Office, Pacific Complete and contractor partners are working together to deliver the project.
The Australian and NSW governments are jointly funding the Woolgoolga to Ballina Pacific Highway upgrade. Roads and Maritime Services’ Pacific Highway Project Office, Pacific Complete and contractor partners are working together to deliver the project.Need a reminder of the benefits of entering the NSW Tourism Awards?
Need a reminder of the benefits of entering the NSW Tourism Awards?Event details are yet to be finalised but a Ballina Triathlon is to be held on the weekend of August 25 and 26, 2018.
Event details are yet to be finalised but a Ballina Triathlon is to be held on the weekend of August 25 and 26, 2018.The Ballina Coast and Hinterland Business Excellence Awards are about to kick off for another year and writing a submission may seem like a daunting task, but it doesn't have to be.
The Ballina Coast and Hinterland Business Excellence Awards are about to kick off for another year and wThe Northern Rivers Community Gallery has been busy transforming the former Ballina Fire Station into a new art space for our community and they are inviting you to join them as they open their doors for the very first time!
The Northern Rivers Community Gallery has been busy transforming the former Ballina Fire Station into a new art space for our community and they are inviting you to join them as they open their doors for the very first time!Northern Rivers Community Gallery (NRCG) Ballina launches four exciting new exhibitions this month and welcomes the community and visitors to join them in the Gallery.
Northern Rivers Community Gallery (NRCG) Ballina launches four exciting new exhibitions this month and welcomes the community and visitors to join them in the Gallery.Please be advised that the Ballina Visitor Information Centre will be closed as a result of a power outage on Tuesday 1 May 2018 due to Essential Energy carrying out upgrade works. The power outage will also impact telephone lines to the Centre.
The Centre will reopen as per normal on Thursday 2 May at 9am.
We apologise for any inconvenience.
The Ballina Visitor Information Centre is seeking images of your business! Whether it is accommodation, an activity, attraction, tour or restaurant - we are wanting to build our operator portfolios of businesses in the Ballina Shire and surrounds.
The Ballina Visitor Information Centre is seeking images of your business! Whether it is accommodation, an activity, attraction, tour or restaurant - we are wanting to build our operator portfolios of businesses in the Ballina Shire and surrounds.The 2018 Ballina Coast & Hinterland Business Excellence Awards Program is about to kick off for another year!
The 2018 Ballina Coast & Hinterland Business Excellence Awards Program is about to kick off for another year!The countdown is on until the NSW School Holidays are here! We love the school holidays here at the Ballina Visitor Information Centre and have compiled a list of fun actvities that are on offer these holidays to keep the kids busy.
The countdown is on until the NSW School Holidays are here! We love the school holidays here at the Ballina Visitor Information Centre and have compiled a list of fun actvities that are on offer these holidays to keep the kids busy.The North Coast has achieved its highest volume of international nights and expenditure on record with 352,700 international visitors up 6.6 per cent on the previous year who stayed 3.9 million nights (+10.7%) in the North Coast and spent $242.3 million (+21.3 per cent).
The North Coast has achieved its highest volume of international nights and expenditure on record with 352,700 international visitors up 6.6 per cent on the previous year who stayed 3.9 million nights (+10.7%) in the North Coast and spent $242.3 million (+21.3 per cent).This May, June and August, the Northern Rivers Region will be positioned as 'the must see destination' for well heeled Sydney, Melbourne and Newcastle travellers. We will appeal to the target audience through a dynamic and digitally led campaign, offering unique experiences to help them 'get lost in the moment' during a Northern Rivers Escape!
This May, June and August, the Northern Rivers Region will be positioned as 'the must see destination' for well heeled Sydney, Melbourne and Newcastle travellers. We will appeal to the target audience through a dynamic and digitally led campaign, offering unique experiences to help them 'get lost in the moment' during a Northern Rivers Escape!Ballina Shire Anzac Day Commemoration Services on Wednesday 25 April 2018:
Ballina Shire Anzac Day Commemoration Services on Wednesday 25 April 2018:Another first for Ballina these coming school holidays. Why not take your kids ice-skating at the Cherry Street Sports Club with real ice from 13 to 29 April.
Another first for Ballina these coming school holidays. Why not take your kids ice-skating at the Cherry Street Sports Club with real ice from 13 to 29 April.Ballina Shire Council will recieve $880,000 in federal funding for the constructions of a coastal shared pathway from Skennars Head to Lennox Head.
Ballina Shire Council will recieve $880,000 in federal funding for the constructions of a coastal shared pathway from Skennars Head to Lennox Head.
For over 25 years Totally Wild has been educating Australian children through their action-packed program. Earlier this year, we welcomed Jesse from the Totally Wild Team who interviewed our very own Rachael Jenner, Council's Environmental Health Officer.
The Northern Rivers Community Gallery (NRCG) is launching three exciting new exhibitions on Thursday 8 March and is welcoming the community and visitors to join them in the gallery.
The Northern Rivers Community Gallery (NRCG) is launching three exciting new exhibitions on Thursday 8 March and is welcoming the community and visitors to join them in the gallery. Northern Rivers Community Gallery (NRCG) Ballina launches four exciting new exhibitions this month and welcomes community and visitors to join us in the Gallery.
Northern Rivers Community Gallery (NRCG) Ballina launches four exciting new exhibitions this month and welcomes community and visitors to join us in the Gallery.Connect with fellow members in a social setting at one of the Ballina Chamber of Commerce special networking events.
Connect with fellow members in a social setting at one of the Ballina Chamber of Commerce special networking events.Out of the Blue Adventures has recently launched their new Ocean Adventure Tours and River Cruises, operating out of the Richmond River in Ballina.
Out of the Blue Adventures has recently launched their new Ocean Adventure Tours and River Cruises, operating out of the Richmond River in Ballina.Looking for ways that you can capitalise on the Commonwealth Games at the Gold Coast this year?
Looking for ways that you can capitalise on the Commonwealth Games at the Gold Coast this year? Each year Ballina Shire Council recognises our local heroes through the Australia Day Awards. However, there is a catch for the awards to be successful, and that is community participation.
Each year Ballina Shire Council recognises our local heroes through the Australia Day Awards. However, there is a catch for the awards to be successful, and that is community participation.The Ballina Visitor Information Centre is seeking Expressions of Interest from local producers so that visitors can engage with a Tasting Table in the Centre on weekends and then disperse into the region with an appetite for local food and beverage experiences.
The Ballina Visitor Information Centre is seeking Expressions of Interest from local producers so that visitors can engage with a Tasting Table in the Centre on weekends and then disperse into the region with an appetite for local food and beverage experiences.Will your business be open on the public holidays over the festive period? Help our visitors and residents plan for a great festive season on the Ballina Coast & Hinterland this year and fill us (Visitor Centre team members) in on what's happening in your business.
Will your business be open on the public holidays over the festive period? Help our visitors and residents plan for a great festive season on the Ballina Coast & Hinterland this year and fill us (Visitor Centre team members) in on what's happening in your business. Have your say on the Draft Economic Development Strategy.
Tourism Research Australia has released the latest Local Government Area Visitor Profile reports for all LGAs in Australia, including the Ballina Local Government Area Tourism Profile.
Tourism Research Australia has released the latest Local Government Area Visitor Profile reports for all LGAs in Australia, including theCaravan and Motorhome On Tour's DVD Presenter, Fred Wright has arrived into town and popped into the Ballina Visitor Information Centre this morning asking what there is to see and do in the area.
Caravan and Motorhome On Tour's DVD Presenter, Fred Wright has arrived into town and popped into the Ballina Visitor Information Centre this morning asking what there is to see and do in the area.There is always something fun to do during the school holidays throughout the Ballina Coast & Hinterland. Whether it is a day at the beach, visiting the various attractions, venturing into the hinterland or participating in activities there is something for all ages.
There is always something fun to do during the school holidays throughout the Ballina Coast & Hinterland. Whether it is a day at the beach, visiting the various attractions, venturing into the hinterland or participating in activities there is something for all ages.Download the SCHOOL HOLIDAY ACTIVITY SHEET and assist visitors to plan their holiday!
As part of the Northern Rivers Flood Recovery campaign, National Geographic/HotelsCombined worked with Destination NSW to shot video footage for their '4 days away' series which is airing across National Geographic channels via Foxtel in Australia and the National Geographic channel via Sky in New Zealand.
As part of the Northern Rivers Flood Recovery campaign, National Geographic/HotelsCombined worked with Destination NSW to shot video footage for their '4 days away' series which is airing across National Geographic channels via Foxtel in Australia and the National Geographic channel via Sky in New Zealand.Choice Hotels is hosting the “TravelGrammer†competition where 20 up-and-coming Instagrammers from the travel/food sector will experience a different location within Australia from Saturday morning 18 November to Sunday afternoon 19 November, where one lucky participant will be staying at Quality Hotel Ballina.
Choice Hotels is hosting the “TravelGrammer†competition where 20 up-and-coming Instagrammers from the travel/food sector will experience a different location within Australia from Saturday morning 18 November to Sunday afternoon 19 November, where one lucky participant will be staying at Quality Hotel Ballina.The NSW First Webinar Program includes four free webcasts on funding from Destination NSW, which you can view for insight into the funds, eligibility and tips on writing applications.
The NSW First Webinar Program includes four free webcasts on funding from Destination NSW, which you can view for insight into the funds, eligibility and tips on writing applications.The Regional Flagship Events Program is now open. The program was established to identify and support events in NSW that have the potential to act as 'cornerstone' or Flagship, tourism events for their area by attracting overnight visitation and delivering long-term benefits to their region.
The Regional Flagship Events Program is now open. The program was established to identify and support events in NSW that have the potential to act as 'cornerstone' or Flagship, tourism events for their area by attracting overnight visitation and delivering long-term benefits to their region.
In response to Cyclone Debbie and the associated flooding earlier this year, the Tourism team has been working with our local industry partners, Destination North Coast and Destination NSW to drive return visitation to the region.
The Ballina Coast & Hinterland video launch was a huge success and we would like to thank all of you that attended and made it such an enjoyable and successful night.
The Ballina Coast & Hinterland video launch was a huge success and we would like to thank all of you that attended and made it such an enjoyable and successful night.The Lennox Head Cultural and Community Centre is seeking community feedback through a survey, to continue the successful implementation of its arts and entertainment program.
The Lennox Head Cultural and Community Centre is seeking community feedback through a survey, to continue the successful implementation of its arts and entertainment program.The New South Wales Government has announced a dedicated Flood Recovery Support Program worth $300 000 to help bring visitors back to the NSW North Coast.
The New South Wales Government has announced a dedicated Flood Recovery Support Program worth $300 000 to help bring visitors back to the NSW North Coast.Destination Byron is inviting all local businesses and operators to attend the Annual Tourism Symposium Beyond the Byron Boom on Friday 18 August.
Destination Byron is inviting all local businesses and operators to attend the Annual Tourism Symposium Beyond the Byron Boom on Friday 18 August.There has been a rapid increase in short-term holiday letting (STHL) both nationally and in New South Wales since the emergence of online bookings sales have been made available.
There has been a rapid increase in short-term holiday letting (STHL) both nationally and in New South Wales since the emergence of online bookings sales have been made available.Local Government New South Wales (LGNSW) has organised a morning event in August to discuss Inclusive Tourism.
Local Government New South Wales (LGNSW) has organised a morning event in August to discuss Inclusive Tourism.The Northern Rivers Community Gallery (NRCG) is launching four exciting new exhibitions on Thursday 27 July and is welcoming the community and visitors to join them in the gallery. We encourage you to inform your visitors about these upcoming exhibitions and support our local gallery and all the artists work on exhibition.
The Northern Rivers Community Gallery (NRCG) is launching four exciting new exhibitions on Thursday 27 July and is welcoming the community and visitors to join them in the gallery. We encourage you to inform your visitors about these upcoming exhibitions and support our local gallery and all the artists work on exhibition.Destination NSW continues to provide free webinars and webcasts throughout the month of August to our industry, this month focusing on Inbound Strategy and the Regional Tourism Fund Co-operative Marketing Program.
Destination NSW continues to provide free webinars and webcasts throughout the month of August to our industry, this month focusing on Inbound Strategy and the Regional Tourism Fund Co-operative Marketing Program.For those who provided input to the Community Strategic Plan (CSP) during the public exhibition period, we would like to thank you. The CSP, Our Community Our Future, for the next 10 years was adopted by Council at the June Ordinary Meeting.
For those who provided input to the Community Strategic Plan (CSP) during the public exhibition period, we would like to thank you. The CSP, Our Community Our Future, for the next 10 years was adopted by Council at the June Ordinary Meeting. Destination NSW is offering $4.5 million of funding to support Regional Tourism in New South Wales. Expressions of interest to the Regional Tourism Funding program are open throughout the year.
Destination NSW is offering $4.5 million of funding to support Regional Tourism in New South Wales. Expressions of interest to the Regional Tourism Funding program are open throughout the year. The Lennox Head Business Awards are closing tomorrow. Do not miss this opportunity to nominate your business and receive recognition for your business's success.
The Lennox Head Business Awards are closing tomorrow. Do not miss this opportunity to nominate your business and receive recognition for your business's success.NAIDOC Week celebrations commence this Saturday, 1 July and everyone is invited to attend. NAIDOC is the abbreviation of National Aborigines and Islanders Day Observance Committee. The week long celebrations provide an opportunity for all of us to reflect on and acknowledge the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal people.
NAIDOC Week celebrations commence this Saturday, 1 July and everyone is invited to attend. NAIDOC is the abbreviation of National Aborigines and Islanders Day Observance Committee. The week long celebrations provide an opportunity for all of us to reflect on and acknowledge the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal people.
Destination NSW CEO Sandra Chipchase announced the appointment of Ms Helen Parker to the position of Manager, Regional Conferencing.
Destination NSW CEO Sandra Chipchase announced the appointment of Ms Helen Parker to the position of Manager, Regional Conferencing.Destination NSW continues the free, live webcasts as part of the NSW First program. During July the webinar will focus on applying for regional event funding.
Destination NSW continues the live, free webcasts as part of the NSW First program. June's webcast focus is to grow the Youth market and Aboriginal cultural tourism.
Online travel planning is one of the fast growing uses of the internet, with a high proportion of consumers booking accommodation and tours online. Consumers now expect to be able to book and pay for travel products instantly, at the click of a mouse.
Entries in the 2017 Ballina Coast & Hinterland Northern Star Business Excellence Awards are NOW OPEN!
Entries in the 2017 Ballina Coast & Hinterland Northern Star Business Excellence Awards are NOW OPEN!Destination NSW Chief Executive Officer Sandra Chipchase announced that Mr Stephen Mahoney will be joining the Destination NSW team as General Manager – Regional.
Destination NSW Chief Executive Officer Sandra Chipchase announced that Mr Stephen Mahoney will be joining the Destination NSW team as General Manager – Regional.As part of the ongoing restructure of tourism across regional NSW, Adam Marshall, Minister for Tourism and Major Events and Member for Lismore Thomas George have announced that Lismore will be the location for one of the newly formed Destination Networks driving the visitor economy in regional NSW.
As part of the ongoing restructure of tourism across regional NSW, Adam Marshall, Minister for Tourism and Major Events and Member for Lismore Thomas George have announced that Lismore will be the location for one of the newly formed Destination Networks driving the visitor economy in regional NSW.Destination NSW will conduct free webcasts, starting with Events Funding in June and July. These first Events webcasts will discuss how new and emerging regional events can apply for funding through the Regional Flagship Events Program. These live, free webcasts will be presented online by Destination NSW as part of the NSW First program.
Over half a million passengers have flown with airlines into and from the Ballina Byron Gateway Airport in the past 12 months. The Australian Department of Infrastructure and Regional Development has just released the domestic aviation activity for March 2017.
Over half a million passengers have flown with airlines into and from the Ballina Byron Gateway Airport in the past 12 months. The Australian Department of Infrastructure and Regional Development has just released the domestic aviation activity for March 2017.
Ballina Shire Council prepares documents to plan the future direction of our shire and to assist with our service delivery. Community consultation is a key element in preparing these documents. We encourage you to view the documents listed below and provide feedback via the feedback links.
Let your visitors know about the upcoming Northern Rivers Community Gallery (NRCG) exhibitions launch event tomorrow evening, Thursday 25 May at 5:30pm.
NRGC presents four exciting new exhibitions welcoming the community and visitors to join them in the Gallery.
Let your visitors know about the upcoming Northern Rivers Community Gallery (NRCG) exhibitions launch event tomorrow evening, Thursday 25 May at 5:30pm.>The Ballina Byron Gateway Airport receives over 481,000 passengers a year. Expose your business to thousands of visitors and locals alike with advertising space on the DL brochure stand.
The Ballina Byron Gateway Airport receives over 481,000 passengers a year. Expose your business to thousands of visitors and locals alike with advertising space on the DL brochure stand.
Ballina Shire Council provides donations each year to local community groups.
Applications are now open for the 2017/2018 Donations Programs.
Destination NSW is now delivering the NSW First Program to assist NSW tourism businesses to develop, promote and sell their tourism products.
The Ballina Visitor Information Centre is a powerful resource to promoting your upcoming event to visitors and locals.
he Ballina Visitor Information Centre is a powerful resource to promoting your upcoming event to visitors and locals. Ballina Shire Council is seeking expressions of interest from organisations to coordinate a skateboarding event between 1 July and 31 December 2017 and 2018.
Ballina Shire Council is seeking expressions of interest from organisations to coordinate a skateboarding event between 1 July and 31 December 2017 and 2018.This June, Screenworks (supported by Screen NSW) will present a one day ticketed Seminar focusing on Filming Locations.
This June, Screenworks (supported by Screen NSW) will present a one day ticketed Seminar focusing on Filming Locations.The NSW Tourism Awards acknowledge and celebrate tourism excellence. This program rewards businesses that demonstrate significant achievement throughout the year.
The NSW Tourism Awards acknowledge and celebrate tourism excellence. This program rewards businesses that demonstrate significant achievement throughout the year.Destination NSW has launched the What I Love About Holidays in NSW campaign, a program designed to inspire people to take more holidays in Regional NSW. Destination NSW invite you, as a valued NSW tourism stakeholder to participate in and support the campaign.
Destination NSW has launched the What I Love About Holidays in NSW campaign, a program designed to inspire people to take more holidays in Regional NSW. Destination NSW invite you, as a valued NSW tourism stakeholder to participate in and support the campaign.There’s no arguing Ballina Shire is stunning, and soon the region will have an airport to match. Plans to upgrade the Ballina Byron Airport terminal have been unveiled and are set to make life much more comfortable for our region’s travellers.
There’s no arguing Ballina Shire is stunning, and soon the region will have an airport to match. Plans to upgrade the Ballina Byron Airport terminal have been unveiled and are set to make life much more comfortable for our region’s travellers.Some of the State's best young touch football players will be playing in Ballina this weekend when our local club hosts the 2017 NSW Junior Regional Tournament at Saunders Oval.
Some of the State's best young touch football players will be playing in Ballina this weekend when our local club hosts the 2017 NSW Junior Regional Tournament at Saunders Oval.Ballina is set to get a tourism boost when it hosts the 2017 Rotary Conference in just over two weeks time. The conference will be held from Friday 5 to Monday 8 May 2017 and is set to attract over 700 people from 52 different Rotary Clubs.
Ballina is set to get a tourism boost when it hosts the 2017 Rotary Conference in just over two weeks time. The conference will be held from Friday 5 to Monday 8 May 2017 and is set to attract over 700 people from 52 different Rotary Clubs.Ballina Shire Council has prepared the draft Ballina Marina Master Plan depicting a proposal to transform the West Ballina Trawler Harbour area into a multi-functional marina and public precinct over the next ten to 20 years and is now seeking your feedback.
Ballina Shire Council has prepared the draft Ballina Marina Master Plan depicting a proposal to transform the West Ballina Trawler Harbour area into a multi-functional marina and public precinct over the next ten to 20 years and is now seeking your feedback.Ballina Shire Council is asking the community for thoughts, ideas and feedback on the future of Wollongbar, and also Alstonville, through the strategic planning process.
Ballina Shire Council is asking the community for thoughts, ideas and feedback on the future of Wollongbar, and also Alstonville, through the strategic planning process.Let your visitors know about the upcoming Northern Rivers Community Gallery (NRCG) exhibitions launch event next Thursday 27 April.
NRGC presents four exciting new exhibitions in May and welcomes community and visitors to join them in the Gallery.
Let your visitors know about the upcoming Northern Rivers Community Gallery (NRCG) exhibitions launch event next Thursday 27 April.Here is a program of Anzac Day services taking place in the Ballina Shire this Tuesday 25 April.
Remind your visitors to set their early morning wake up calls so they to can be involved.
Here is a program of Anzac Day services taking place in the Ballina Shire this Tuesday 25 April. The Ballina Shire Australia Day Awards program brings the community together each and every year to recognise and celebrate the outstanding achievements of community minded individuals and groups in our shire. The program is now open and we need your help!
The Ballina Shire Australia Day Awards program brings the community together each and every year to recognise and celebrate the outstanding achievements of community minded individuals and groups in our shire. The program is now open and we need your help!You would have to be hoppin' mad not to support our local businesses this Easter.
The Ballina Visitor Information Centre stocks a range of locally made Easter treats and other goodies so, you will be sure to find something for the whole family here.
You would have to be hoppin' mad not to support our local businesses this Easter. Tell your visitors to swim between the flags this long weekend by providing them with details of the surf patrolled beaches.
Tell your visitors to swim between the flags this long weekend by providing them with details of the surf patrolled beaches.Ballina Manor Boutique Hotel was named as a finalist in the HotelsCombined Recognition of Excellence Awards for NSW.
Ballina Manor Boutique Hotel was named as a finalist in the HotelsCombined Recognition of Excellence Awards for NSW.This is the inaugural year for the awards which aim to identify the top independent hotels for outstanding customer satisfaction.
The Community Strategic Plan (CSP) is the visionary long term document that provides the broader strategic direction for Ballina Shire Council. It outlines key outcomes the council, other agencies and the community will work to achieve over the next ten years.
The NSW Tourism Awards acknowledge and celebrate tourism excellence. This program rewards businesses that demonstrate significant achievement throughout the year. Ballina Visitor Information Centre encourage all Ballina Shire businesses to enter the Tourism Awards, let's officially make the Ballina Coast & Hinterland an award winning destination!
Submit your School Holiday Activities for FREE promotion of your event or activity these upcoming holidays!
Submit your School Holiday Activities for FREE promotion of your event or activity these upcoming holidays!Not-for-profit organisations and local councils across NSW are invited to apply for grants of up to $5000 for events that celebrate cultural diversity in their community.
Council has installed a series of interpretive signs that recognise the Aboriginal cultural heritage values along the Ballina coastline. The Aboriginal Cultural Ways project has been a collaboration between Council, Jali LALC and Ballina Shires's Aboriginal community. The project has also been supported by the NSW Office of Environmental and Heritage and the Heritage Council of NSW.
We welcomed 'A Breath of Fresh Air' prize winner Elinor Gubany back to Ballina on the weekend.
We welcomed 'A Breath of Fresh Air' prize winner Elinor Gubany back to Ballina on the weekend.The Ballina Visitor Information Centre is accepting applications from locals to become a volunteer for the visitor services desk located within the arrivals terminal at the Ballina Byron Gateway Airport.
The Ballina Visitor Information Centre is accepting applications from locals to become a volunteer for the visitor services desk located within the arrivals terminal at the Ballina Byron Gateway Airport.
The Minister for Trade, Tourism and Investment, the Hon Steven Ciobo MP, released Tourism Research Australia’s publication, State of the Industry 2015-16.
Ballina Shire Council is preparing an economic development strategy to identify ways Council can support and contribute to economic activity in the shire over the next ten years.
According to Advertising Age, "..China's social landscape is involved in innovations in video, engagement and payment that have evolved differently and faster than anything in the West."
According to Advertising Age, "..China's social landscape is involved in innovations in video, engagement and payment that have evolved differently and faster than anything in the West."Northern Tablelands MP Adam Marshall has been appointed to the role of NSW Minister for Tourism and Major Events, and Assistant Minister for Skills.
Northern Tablelands MP Adam Marshall has been appointed to the role of NSW Minister for Tourism and Major Events, and Assistant Minister for Skills.Ballina Kayaks is Ballina's newest recreational business to operate in the Ballina Shire. Scott Rawstorne is an Australian Canoeing certified kayak instructor and is the owner and operator of Ballina Kayaks.
Ballina Kayaks is Ballina's newest recreational business to operate in the Ballina Shire. Scott Rawstorne is an Australian Canoeing certified kayak instructor and is the owner and operator of Ballina Kayaks.The 2017 Ballina Shire Australia Day Awards were announced at the official celebrations held in Lennox Head on Thursday 26 January 2017.
Forty-four nominations were received across the categories of Sports, Arts Cultural, Young Citizen, Senior Citizen, Community Event and Local Hero.
Welcome to the new Industry Noticeboard with its integrated e-blasts!
Welcome to the new Industry Noticeboard with its integrated e-blasts!With improvements to the destination website and the creation of an Industry Noticeboard,
A new source of funding will be available for community projects in regional Australia under the Building Better Regions Fund (BBRF). The Community Investments Stream of the BBRF will fund community building activities including, but not limited to,
A new source of funding will be available for community projects in regional Australia under the Ballina Touch Association have been successful in a bid to host the 2017 Junior Regional NSW Touch Football Titles this coming April.
Ballina Touch Association have been successful in a bid to host the 2017 Junior Regional NSW Touch Football Titles this coming April.This event will involve competitors in the U14-U18 age divisions (both girls and boys)
Are you hosting a special festive event this season? If so, why haven't you told the This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. so that we let visitors know?
Are you hosting a special festive event this season? If so, why haven't you told the If you are hosting an Australia Day event or school holiday activity then please get in contact with the Ballina Visitor
The Ballina Coast and Hinterland region is known for far more than the ocean and surf. People love coming here for the laid back culture and friendly personalities,