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We are inviting interest from local food and drink producers who wish to participate in the inaugural High Country Food and Drink Showcase, a vibrant celebration of our region’s rich epicurean culture, on 3 December, 2024.

The Department of Jobs, Skills, Industry and regions (DJSIR) are seeking to evaluate the capability levels of regional tourism businesses. To inform this analysis, a survey is being conducted of regional tourism businesses in Victoria to better understand your capabilities across a wide range of areas. The survey closes on Friday, 6 September and will take no more than 15 minutes to complete.

In August 2024, the Victorian State Government announced that the Short Stay Levy, introduced in The Victorian Housing Statement in September 2023, will come into effect from 1st January 2025. 

On August 30 2024, the Board of Tourism North East confirmed the appointment of Mr Martin Pakula as incoming Chair, commencing May 2025, when the second and final term of the current Chair concludes.

As of 26 August 2024 (or 25 February 2025 for small business employers with fewer than 15 employees), a new definition of a casual employee will apply in the Fair Work Act 2009. Here’s a summary of what to expect.

Join TNE and your tourism industry colleagues in a casual setting for drinks and discussion at our upcoming networking event in Moyhu. The session will feature a brief presentation about the region’s ‘Reimagining Visitor Servicing’ strategy, and how the strategy supports both industry and visitors, as well as an update our Visitor App.

Applications are now open for Agriculture Victoria’s Rural Women’s Network’s 2024 flagship Leadership and Mentoring Program, which aims to accelerate and empower women in the agriculture industry, by building their skills and confidence to participate in leadership and decision making that benefits the sector and their broader communities.

Join us and Latrobe Community Health Service on Tuesday 13 August to discover the full potential of your business by embracing accessibility and inclusivity.

Applications to Round 6 of the Wine Tourism and Cellar Door Grant opened on August 1 2024, and close on September 30, 2024. The Grant aims to support wine and cider producers who encourage visitation to wine regions, and thereby encourage wine tourism.

Join the team from Tourism North East for our August Industry Forum as we welcome marketing strategist Tahnée Sanders from The Strategy Studio, who specialises in helping businesses communicate their value to attract more customers, build brand equity and drive business growth.

Join TNE and your tourism industry colleagues in a casual setting for drinks and discussion at our upcoming networking event in Bright. The session will feature a brief presentation about the region’s ‘Reimagining Visitor Servicing’ strategy, and how the strategy supports both industry and visitors, as well as an update our Visitor App.

Applications to the Regional Tourism Investment Fund close on 19 July – just 3 weeks away. If you’re looking to apply to the fund and will be requiring a letter of support from Tourism North East, please complete the online form and allow 7 business days for our team to process your request.