New tourism campaign to tempt Aussies to the Tropical North
12 Mar 2010
Aussie funseekers will be lured to Queensland's Tropical North as part of a new $245,000 domestic tourism campaign Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said.
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Best Job Ben launches 'Oi!' an online induction program for Queensland's Outback
12 Mar 2010
Queensland Tourism Ambassador and former Island Caretaker Ben Southall is in Blackall today to take local operators on a virtual tour 'beyond the Black Stump' through 'Oi!', a new online multimedia program.
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Gold Coast tourism projects set to benefit from $3 million in grants
11 Mar 2010
Queensland Tourism Minister and Member for Southport Peter Lawlor is urging Queenslanders to apply for $3 million in contestable grant funding for a range of tourism projects.
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Mackay-Whitsunday tourism set to benefit from $3 million grant
11 Mar 2010
Queensland Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor is urging North Queenslanders to apply for $3 million in contestable grant funding for a range of tourism projects.
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North Queensland tourism set to benefit from $3 million in grants
11 Mar 2010
Queensland Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor is urging North Queenslanders to apply for $3 million in contestable grant funding for a range of tourism projects.
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Central Queensland tourism set to benefit from $3 million in grants
11 Mar 2010
Queensland Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor is urging North Queenslanders to apply for $3 million in contestable grant funding for a range of tourism projects.
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$3 million in grants up for grabs for tourism projects
11 Mar 2010
$3 million in contestable grant funding is up for grabs for a range of tourism projects across the state Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor announced today.
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Tropical North Queensland tourism set to benefit from $3 million grant
11 Mar 2010
Queensland Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor is urging Far North Queenslanders to apply for $3 million in contestable grant funding for a range of tourism projects.
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Chinese visitors buoy Queensland's international tourism market
10 Mar 2010
China has emerged as the shining light in what was a challenging 2009 for Queensland's international tourism industry, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said today.
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Queensland tourism operators take Queensland on Tour to China
8 Mar 2010
A group of 25 tourism operators will take a slice of Queensland sunshine to China this week in a bid to promote Queensland to some of the state's most significant international markets.
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Indian Tourism Ambassador flies the flag for Queensland
6 Mar 2010
Indian based Queensland Tourism Ambassador and former Best Job in the World candidate, Anjaan is in Queensland this week to show a group of Indian tourism executives Queensland's holiday hotspots, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said.
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Queensland's eco-appeal showcased to China
4 Mar 2010
More than 11 million Chinese per day will be able to read about South East Queensland's ecotourism attractions when a journalist from China's most popular online travel website visits this week, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said.
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Inbound tour operators explore Gold Coast
4 Mar 2010
Thirty-six inbound tour operators who work in some of Queensland's key international markets are sampling the tourism delights of the Gold Coast this week, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said today.
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Minister's visit reminds tourism industry - outlook's bright
2 Mar 2010
Aviation will be a key to a recovery in Tropical North Queensland's tourism industry in 2010, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said today.
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Queensland takes out six national tourism gongs
27 Feb 2010
Queensland tourism operators have taken out six of the most coveted categories at the Qantas Australian Tourism Awards Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said.
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International tourism heavyweights converge on Gold Coast
23 Feb 2010
International travel to Queensland is looking up for 2010 according to Tourism Queensland's international regional directors, who were on the Gold Coast today to speak with the local tourism industry.
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International tourism heavyweights converge in Cairns
22 Feb 2010
International travel to Queensland is looking up for 2010 according to Tourism Queensland's international regional directors, who were in Cairns today to speak with the local tourism industry.
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Best Job Ben journeys to Japan for a Queensland promotional tour
15 Feb 2010
Queensland Tourism Ambassador and former Best Job in the World Island Caretaker Ben Southall touched down in Japan today to promote the Gold Coast, Tourism Minister and Peter Lawlor announced.
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New campaign offers Sunshine Coast getaways - with giveaways!
13 Feb 2010
Free nights on the Sunshine Coast and other local giveaways will be on offer as part of a new $1.3 million tourism marketing campaign to tempt southerners to Queensland, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said today.
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New campaign offers Gold Coast getaways - with giveaways!
13 Feb 2010
Free nights on the Gold Coast and other local giveaways will be on offer as part of a new $1.3 million tourism marketing campaign to tempt southerners to Queensland, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said today.
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New campaign offers Queensland getaways - with giveaways!
13 Feb 2010
Free nights and other giveaways will be on offer as part of a new $1.3 million tourism marketing campaign to tempt southerners to Queensland, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said today.
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New campaign offers Tropical North Queensland getaways - with giveaways!
13 Feb 2010
Free nights in Tropical North Queensland and other local giveaways will be on offer as part of a new $1.3 million tourism marketing campaign to tempt southerners to Queensland, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said today.
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New campaign offers Whitsunday getaways - with giveaways!
13 Feb 2010
Free nights in the Whitsundays and other local giveaways will be on offer as part of a new $1.3 million tourism marketing campaign to tempt southerners to Queensland, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said today.
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New campaign offers Brisbane getaways - with giveaways!
13 Feb 2010
Free nights in Brisbane and other local giveaways will be on offer as part of a new $1.3 million tourism marketing campaign to tempt southerners to Queensland, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said today.
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Queensland tempts Kiwis across the ditch for the Best Holiday in the World
10 Feb 2010
A $400,000 international tourism marketing campaign encouraging Kiwis' to cross "The Ditch" to find their Best Holiday in the World in Queensland kicks off this week, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor announced.
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Best Job in the World's Ben Southall invites almost four million North Americans to Queensland
9 Feb 2010
Premier Anna Bligh and former Best Job in the World Island Caretaker Ben Southall invited almost four million Americans and Canadians to Queensland during his recent North American promotional tour.
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Queensland works to stay on Japan's radar
5 Feb 2010
Queensland continues to work closely with the Japanese government to ensure the state is not forgotten during the ongoing restructure of national carrier Japan Airlines.
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Queensland tourism ambassadors take Korean media on tropical adventure
3 Feb 2010
Best Job in the World Queensland tourism ambassadors Ben Southall and Juweon Kim are set to take Korean media for a ride in Queensland's adventure playground this week as part of a plan to lure more visitors to the region, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor announced today.
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Premier Bligh offers Queensland hospitality to Obama
2 Feb 2010
Premier Bligh has again offered Queensland hospitality to President Obama after the US leader announced his intention to visit Australia next month.
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New Year sale sells Sunshine Coast holidays to south-east Queensland
30 Jan 2010
South-east Queenslanders will have the chance to save up to 60 percent on a Sunshine Coast new year break with the launch of a new marketing campaign, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor announced today.
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The perfect bag the perfect accessory for the perfect Queensland vacation
20 Jan 2010
Top US fashion designer Steven Alan has designed an exclusive "perfect" travel bag aimed at promoting Queensland as the "perfect" vacation for Americans, Premier Anna Bligh announced today.
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Premier and Best Job Ben urge Americans to say G'Day to Queensland
17 Jan 2010
Premier Anna Bligh and Queensland Tourism Ambassador Ben Southall today launched a great travel deal urging Americans to come and have the Best Holiday in the World in Queensland.
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Premier and Ben take on New York
16 Jan 2010
Premier Anna Bligh and Best Job in the World Winner Ben Southall have taken Queensland to New York in style.
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Ben hangs up his Best Job wetsuit and embarks on a global mission
14 Jan 2010
Tourism Queensland's Island Caretaker Ben Southall will formally hang up his Best Job in the World wetsuit on December 31, but he will continue to sell Queensland to the world in 2010, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor announced tonight.
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Fraser Coast receives $72,000 tourism grant
13 Jan 2010
Fraser Coast South Burnett Tourism will receive a special funding grant of $72,000 to develop an e-tourism project and plan for a marine biodiversity and indigenous cultural centre, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor announced today.
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Gladstone receives $72,000 tourism grant
13 Jan 2010
Gladstone Area Promotion and Development Ltd will receive a special funding grant of $72,000 to develop a feasibility study for Kroombit Tops National Park and implement a mentoring program for local tourism operators, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor announced today.
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Mackay receives $87,000 tourism grant
13 Jan 2010
Mackay Tourism will receive a special funding grant of $87,000 for three projects aimed at enhancing the region's tourism credentials, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor announced today.
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Capricorn receives $72,000 tourism grant
13 Jan 2010
Capricorn Tourism will receive a special funding grant of $72,000 to develop a strategic business and events plan, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor announced today.
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Southern Downs and Granite Belt receives $70,000 tourism grant
13 Jan 2010
Southern Downs and Granite Belt Regional Tourism will receive a special funding grant of $70,000 to develop an interpretive trail celebrating the region's heritage, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor announced today.
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Tropical North Queensland receives $72,000 tourism grant
13 Jan 2010
Tourism Tropical North Queensland will receive a special funding grant of $72,000 to implement two projects to help raise awareness of the value of tourism to the region, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor announced today.
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Townsville receives $72,000 tourism grant
13 Jan 2010
Townsville Enterprise will receive a special grant of $72,000 to fund two projects which will improve how Townsville visitors find their way around the city and look at new tourism opportunities for White Mountains National Park, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor announced today.
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Whitsundays receives $57,000 tourism grant
13 Jan 2010
Tourism Whitsundays will receive a special funding grant of $57,000 to encourage more flights to the region and further develop the region as a regional events hub, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor announced today.
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Gold Coast receives $71,800 tourism grant
13 Jan 2010
Gold Coast Tourism will receive a special funding grant of $71,800 to conduct a scoping study for a new dive attraction and investigate opportunities for more walking trails, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor announced today.
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Brisbane Marketing receives $72,000 tourism grant
13 Jan 2010
Brisbane Marketing will receive a special funding grant of $72,000 to prepare a feasibility study and action plan for the North Ipswich Railway Workshops precinct and implement a plan for developing new tourism product in the Greater Brisbane Region, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor announced today.
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Bundaberg receives $72,000 tourism grant
13 Jan 2010
Bundaberg North Burnett Tourism will receive a special funding grant of $72,000 to develop a culinary tourism experience aimed at celebrating the region's diverse food and wine experiences, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor announced today.
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Sunshine Coast receives $72,000 tourism grant
13 Jan 2010
Tourism Sunshine Coast will receive a special funding grant of $72,000 for tourism projects which will enhance the region's tourism credentials and entice more visitors to the region, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor announced today.
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$7 million for six months tourism marketing under new Tourism Action Plan
9 Jan 2010
The State Government has launched a $7 million, six month tourism stimulus package for Queensland as part of a new Tourism Action Plan through to 2012.
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Gold Coast makes a splash with new summer stays tourism campaign
4 Jan 2010
A new domestic tourism campaign valued at $520,000 is underway to encourage Aussies to start the New Year with a splash and holiday at home on the Gold Coast, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor announced today.
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Tourism forecasts point towards a positive 2010 for Queensland
30 Dec 2009
Signs are positive that Queensland's tourism industry is looking forward to a buoyant 2010 Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said today.
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Queensland's first superliner sails into Brisbane
19 Dec 2009
Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor today welcomed Queensland's first ever superliner to Brisbane saying it heralded a new era for the State's expanding cruise shipping industry.
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Queensland ahead of the rest
16 Dec 2009
The Bligh Government's aggressive focus on tourism is paying off with new data revealing the state's domestic tourism industry is performing ahead of the rest of the country, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor announced today.
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Ben hangs up his Best Job wetsuit and embarks on a global mission
14 Dec 2009
Tourism Queensland's Island Caretaker Ben Southall will formally hang up his Best Job in the World wetsuit on December 31, but he will continue to sell Queensland to the world in 2010, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor announced tonight.
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Best Job Island Caretaker celebrates Christmas Queensland-style
13 Dec 2009
Tourism Queensland’s Best Job in the World Island Caretaker Ben Southall today welcomed his family to the Islands of the Great Barrier Reef to share a Queensland Christmas during his last two weeks in the job.
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Jetstar launches a flurry of flights into Queensland
10 Dec 2009
Jetstar's announcement of up to 63 new flights per week into Queensland would add more than 10,000 weekly seats directly into the state's holiday destinations, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said.
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Island Caretaker tees off Best Job's last month at the Australian PGA
9 Dec 2009
Island Caretaker Ben Southall has begun his last month in the Best Job in the World teeing off with Australian golf pro Adam Scott in Queensland at the Australian PGA this week.
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Get in quick to book a Queensland Christmas break
9 Dec 2009
Holidaymakers thinking of waiting until the last minute to book a Christmas break are at risk of missing out as many Queensland destinations are already close to full, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said today.
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International visitors stay longer and spend $4B in Queensland
9 Dec 2009
International visitors are staying longer and spending more in Queensland, Tourism Queensland Acting CEO Steve McRoberts said today.
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Queensland Holidays go under the hammer in the lead up to Christmas
7 Dec 2009
Holidaymakers have the chance to snap up a Queensland holiday bargain in the lead up to Christmas with the launch of Tourism Queensland's Ultimate Auctions on the Queensland Holidays website, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said.
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David Attenborough reveals Queensland's natural beauty to the World
5 Dec 2009
Tourism Queensland's Island Caretaker Ben Southall will not be the only adventurous Brit exploring the Queensland coast over the coming week as world famous wildlife commentator Sir David Attenborough touched down in Queensland yesterday.
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Whitsundays' tourism operators learning to weather the storm
4 Dec 2009
Minister for Tourism Peter Lawlor is reminding Whitsunday tourism businesses to be prepared for possible severe weather events this wet season.
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Mackay tourism operators learning to weather the storm
4 Dec 2009
Minister for Tourism Peter Lawlor is reminding Mackay tourism businesses to be prepared for possible severe weather events this wet season.
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Jetstar to reinstate Osaka - Cairns flights
1 Dec 2009
Jetstar's announcement that it will resume direct flights between Osaka and Cairns from next April was fantastic news for the region, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said today.
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The Best Job in the World sparks interest in Asian media to visit the Islands of the Great Barrier Reef
30 Nov 2009
Queensland's appeal as a popular holiday destination for Asian travellers is set to reach new limits following the arrival of five groups of prominent journalists from Taiwan, Korea and China, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor announced today.
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Sunshine Coast on track as nature-based tourism destination
27 Nov 2009
The Sunshine Coast's natural attractions are the focus of two new plans to further develop the region's tourism industry, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said today.
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Flights tap into Queensland's growing Malaysian market
26 Nov 2009
Malaysia Airlines' announcement that it would reinstate two additional flights between Kuala Lumpur and Brisbane will further Queensland's increasing popularity with the Malaysian visitors, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said today.
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Hey Hey it's a Queensland Christmas!
26 Nov 2009
Celebrating Christmas Queensland style is the theme of Tourism Queensland's new 'Hey Hey it's a Queensland Christmas' online tourism campaign and competition, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor announced today.
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Qld National Parks to be put on show under eco-tourism plan
25 Nov 2009
Queensland's best environmental assets will be put on show to the world, under a new eco-tourism plan to boost visitor numbers in our State's protected areas.
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Splendour in the Grass comes to Qld
25 Nov 2009
Premier Anna Bligh today announced a major music coup for Queensland - Splendour in the Grass is coming north across the border.
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Deal Done to bring 300,000 tourists back to Cairns
25 Nov 2009
Premier Anna Bligh today announced the signing of a deal that paves the way for the future delivery of additional flights into Cairns.
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Queensland airports receive a boost in international air capacity
25 Nov 2009
Queensland airports have shown an encouraging overall growth in airline seats over the past 12 months, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said today.
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Bundaberg-Fraser Coast's top 14 tourism development priorities named
23 Nov 2009
Redevelopment of the Hervey Bay Marina, development of Fraser Island Indigenous experiences, a Bundaberg riverside tourist precinct and a Bundaberg hinterland tourism route are among projects considered a high priority for the Bundaberg-Fraser Coast regions, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said today.
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Australians spend more time and money in Tropical North Queensland
22 Nov 2009
A four week Tourism Queensland-led domestic campaign for Tropical North Queensland has generated nearly 7800 room nights and an estimated $5 million in visitor expenditure, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said.
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Tourism Queensland appoints Middle East representative
20 Nov 2009
Tourism Queensland has appointed a representative based in Dubai to market Queensland to the Middle East, Tourism Queensland Acting CEO Steve McRoberts said today.
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Sunshine Coast tourism operators learning to weather the storm
20 Nov 2009
Helping Sunshine Coast tourism businesses prepare for possible severe weather events is the topic of a workshop being run by Tourism Queensland in Twin Waters on Thursday 10 December.
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222,000 Queenslanders rely on tourism
16 Nov 2009
222,000 Queenslanders rely on tourism for their living, new data has revealed.
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Queensland begins tourism image review
16 Nov 2009
Queensland could potentially get a new brand and logo as Tourism Queensland begins to forge a new global brand for the state, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said.
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Capricorn Caves chief named tourism's Young Achiever of the Year
13 Nov 2009
A Rockhampton tourism industry worker who rose from kitchen hand to general manager of the award-winning Capricorn Caves has taken out the Young Achiever's Award at the 2009 Queensland Tourism Awards, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor announced.
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Australia Zoo makes the tourism Hall of Fame
13 Nov 2009
Australia Zoo has joined the lauded ranks of tourism's Hall of Fame after winning a third back-to-back award at this year's Queensland Tourism Awards, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor announced.
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Five tourism awards for Tropical North Queensland
13 Nov 2009
Tropical North Queensland tour operator Passions of Paradise has entered the Tourism Hall of Fame following its third consecutive win at the 2009 Queensland Tourism Awards, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor announced this evening.
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Carnival of Flowers and Camp Oven Festival Queensland Tourism Awards finalists
13 Nov 2009
Toowoomba's Carnival of Flowers and Milmerran's Australian Camp Oven Festival were named finalists at this year's Queensland Tourism Awards, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor announced.
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Brisbane blitzes Queensland Tourism Awards
13 Nov 2009
Brisbane tourism operators have set the state standard by winning more awards than any other region for the second year running at the prestigious Queensland Tourism Awards, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor
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Townsville scores three state tourism gongs
13 Nov 2009
North Queensland tourism operators Hidden Valley Cabins and Noorla Heritage Resort have taken out the top honours in their categories at this year's Queensland Tourism Awards, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor announced this evening.
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Ron Chapman recognised for his outstanding contribution to tourism
13 Nov 2009
A long-time figure in Queensland's caravanning industry has won the prestigious Marie Watson-Blake Award for Outstanding Contribution by an Individual at the 2009 Queensland Tourism Awards, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor announced.
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Rubyvale Gem gallery joins the Tourism Hall of Fame
13 Nov 2009
Rubyvale Gem Gallery has joined the lauded ranks of tourism's Hall of Fame after winning a third back-to-back award at this year's Queensland Tourism Awards, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor announced tonight at a gala ceremony on the Gold Coast.
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Fraser Explorer Tours Queensland Tourism Awards finalist
13 Nov 2009
Fraser Explorer Tours was named a finalist at this year's Queensland Tourism Awards, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor announced.
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Gold Coast scoops five state tourism gongs
13 Nov 2009
The 2008 Gold Coast Airport Marathon has been named Queensland's top major event at this year's Queensland Tourism Awards, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor announced.
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Julia Creek Dirt and Dust Festival takes out top tourism event
13 Nov 2009
The Julia Creek Dirt and Dust Festival has been named the state's best Festival and Event at this year's Queensland Tourism Awards, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor announced.
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Southern Downs' Azjure Studio Retreat wins at Queensland Tourism Awards
13 Nov 2009
Luxury family-owned and run Granite Belt tourism property Azjure Studio Retreat has won the Deluxe Accommodation award in the 2009 Queensland Tourism Awards, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor announced.
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Australia Zoo enters the Hall of Fame at tourism's night of nights
13 Nov 2009
Australia Zoo has taken out its third back-to-back award as Queensland's top Major Tourist Attraction, elevating the Sunshine Coast property into the Tourism Hall of Fame, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor announced tonight.
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Island Caretaker mates arrive in Queensland for Best Experience in the World
13 Nov 2009
Following a world-wide search for Tourism Queensland's Best Experience in the World competition winner, Barbie Defeo from California and her family have arrived in Queensland to begin the trip of a lifetime, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said today.
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Hinkler Hall of Aviation named finalist in Queensland Tourism Awards
13 Nov 2009
The Hinkler Hall of Aviation was named a finalist at this year's Queensland Tourism Awards, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor announced.
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Reefsleep wins Queensland Tourism Awards top gong
13 Nov 2009
Fantasea Cruises' Reefsleep, which enables guests to spend the night on the Great Barrier Reef, has won the Unique Accommodation award at this year's Queensland Tourism Awards, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor announced.
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Gold Coast begins image review
13 Nov 2009
Gold Coast Tourism and Tourism Queensland are working together to forge a new global image for the Gold Coast, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor announced today.
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Regional tourism operators connect at the South East Queensland Country conference
11 Nov 2009
Connecting tourism operators with local authorities, working with media, online marketing, and food and agriculture tourism will be key topics at the fifth annual South East Queensland Country conference to be held at Woodlands of Marburg, on Thursday 12 November.
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Daintree Eco Lodge named World's Best
10 Nov 2009
Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor and Parliamentary Secretary for Tourism Steve Wettenhall congratulated Daintree Eco Lodge and Spa for winning World's Best Eco Lodge and Australasia's Leading Green Hotel at the 2009 World Travel Awards in London on the weekend.
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900 to attend 2009 Queensland Tourism Awards on the Gold Coast
10 Nov 2009
More than 900 guests will be on the Gold Coast this Friday at a gala awards ceremony announcing the winners of the 2009 Queensland Tourism Awards, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said today.
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Premier convenes Statewide Tourism Jobs Summit
10 Nov 2009
Premier Anna Bligh is inviting Queensland tourism industry leaders to a Statewide Jobs Summit, aimed at finalising the Government's 3 year plan for tourism spending, industry job creation, and tourism infrastructure development.
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Tiger to bring South Australians to south-east Queensland
9 Nov 2009
The launch of new Tiger Airways' Adelaide - Brisbane services from next March will potentially bring a new generation of South Australian holidaymakers to south-east Queensland, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said today.
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Best Holiday in the World up for grabs amongst online explorers
9 Nov 2009
An online marketing campaign developed by Tourism Queensland is giving European explorers the opportunity to win the Best Holiday in the World, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said.
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New UK tourism campaign positions Queensland as Best Holiday in the World
6 Nov 2009
More than six million Brits will be exposed to Queensland sunshine as part of a major new tourism campaign which positions Queensland as 'The Best Holiday in the World', Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor announced today.
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Queensland invites Mardi Gras revellers to recover in paradise
6 Nov 2009
Queensland's laid back lifestyle and magnificent islands and beaches will be used to lure Sydney's 2010 Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras revellers to the Sunshine State for a week of rest and relaxation, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said.
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New Tiger Airways services welcome news for Brisbane
5 Nov 2009
The launch of new Tiger Airways' Melbourne - Brisbane services from next March is great news for Brisbane, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said today.
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Best Job in the World enjoys a winning week
30 Oct 2009
Tourism Queensland's Best Job in the World campaign for the Islands of the Great Barrier Reef has reeled in more major awards this week winning the Marketing Program of the Year at the Australian Marketing Institute (AMI) Awards, the 2009 Premier's Award for Excellence and a UK Campaign Big Award in recent days.
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Bangkok-Brisbane flights set to boost tourism
29 Oct 2009
In a major show of confidence in Queensland's tourism industry Thai Airways is set to reinstate direct flights between Bangkok and Brisbane.
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AirAsia X to fly daily to Gold Coast
29 Oct 2009
AirAsia X's will operate daily services from Kuala Lumpur to the Gold Coast from next February, Premier Anna Bligh announced today.
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Best Job in the World Island Caretaker to star in National Geographic Channel International documentary
29 Oct 2009
Tourism Queensland's Best Job in the World Island Caretaker Ben Southall will soon star in a six-part documentary series to be broadcast by National Geographic Channels International (NGCI) as part of a deal signed between Tourism Queensland and Beyond Productions, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor announced today.
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Hey, Hey, these campaigns are showing results
28 Oct 2009
Three recent Tourism Queensland marketing campaigns have reported strong results, including the catchy Hey, Hey this is Queensland, and quick sales campaigns for the Whitsundays and Gold Coast, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said today.
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Tourism Queensland appoints Best Job in the World candidate as new tourism ambassador to India
27 Oct 2009
Best Job in the World candidate Anjaan Ganesh has been named a Queensland tourism ambassador to India, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said.
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Island Caretaker Ben Southall gets a taste of tropic adventure
26 Oct 2009
A taste of tropical adventure is on the agenda for Tourism Queensland's Island Caretaker Ben Southall this week as he ventures north, Tourism Queensland acting CEO Steve McRoberts announced today.
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Holidaymakers finding fun on the Sunshine Coast
24 Oct 2009
The Sunshine Coast was a top pick for Australian holidaymakers these school holidays, with outstanding weather and great deals contributing to a strong season, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said today.
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New Tiger Airways services welcome news for Gold Coast
22 Oct 2009
The launch of new Tiger Airways' Sydney - Gold Coast services from December was welcome news for the Gold Coast's tourism industry, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said today.
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Queensland's Best Job in the World winner appears on Oprah
22 Oct 2009
Queensland's Best Job in the World winner Ben Southall will showcase Queensland to the world on the Oprah Winfrey show Premier Anna Bligh announced today.
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Best Job tourism ambassador brings Korean children to Gold Coast and Brisbane
22 Oct 2009
Korean-based Queensland tourism ambassador and former Best Job in the World candidate, Juweon Kim is in Queensland this week to show a group of Korean schoolchildren how to cuddle a koala, feed a dolphin and experience Queensland lifestyle, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said.
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Island Caretaker Ben Southall goes Outback
20 Oct 2009
Tourism Queensland's Island Caretaker Ben Southall will venture inland to Queensland's Outback this week for dinosaurs, charity and adventure, Tourism Queensland acting CEO Steve McRoberts announced today.
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Maroons and Blues strike "tourism ceasefire" in $8m partnership
20 Oct 2009
Queensland and NSW will set aside their State of Origin rivalry to become an irresistible destination for international tourists Queensland Premier Anna Bligh announced today.
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Californian family win contest to be Ben's 'best mates'
17 Oct 2009
After days of searching for the winner of Tourism Queensland's Best Experience in the World competition, Barbie Defeo from California, USA, has stepped forward to claim her prize, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor announced today.
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American wins the Best Experience in the World, but yet to claim prize
14 Oct 2009
An American woman has beaten more than 23,000 would-be ‘best mates’ to win Tourism Queensland’s coveted Best Experience in the World competition but she has yet to claim the prize, Tourism Queensland Acting CEO Steve McRoberts said today.
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Tourism Queensland tapping into Middle East potential
13 Oct 2009
Tourism Queensland will appoint a representative in the Middle East next month to maximise sales activity for Queensland from the busy and emerging Middle Eastern market, Premier Anna Bligh said today from Abu Dhabi.
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Asian superstar meets Island Caretaker on Great Barrier Reef
12 Oct 2009
Asian A-list actress Karen Mok has just spent a week in Queensland filming an episode of popular travel log 'One Life One Earth,' Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said today.
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Festivals vie for top tourism honours
9 Oct 2009
The Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers and the Millmerran's Australian Camp Oven Festival are among 161 Queensland tourism business products vying for top honours in this year's Queensland Tourism Awards, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor announced today.
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161 operators compete for top honours in 2009 Queensland Tourism Awards
9 Oct 2009
161 tourism operators from across the state are vying for top honours in the 2009 Queensland Tourism Awards Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said today.
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Whitsundays operators vie for top tourism honours
9 Oct 2009
Twenty Whitsundays tourism operators will vie for top honours in this year's Queensland Tourism Awards, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor announced today.
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Bundaberg operators vie for top tourism honours
9 Oct 2009
Kellys Beach Resort, Manta Bargara Resort and Hinkler Hall of Aviation will vie for top honours in this year's Queensland Tourism Awards, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor announced today.
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Fraser Coast operators vie for top tourism honours
9 Oct 2009
Five Fraser Coast South Burnett operators will vie for top honours in this year's Queensland Tourism Awards, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor announced today.
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Gladstone region operators vie for top tourism honours
9 Oct 2009
Four Gladstone region operators will vie for top honours in this year's Queensland Tourism Awards, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor announced today.
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Southern Downs operators vie for top tourism honours
9 Oct 2009
Azjure Studio Retreat and the Spicers Private Walk - Hidden Peaks Guided Walk are among 161 Queensland tourism products vying for top honours in this year's Queensland Tourism Awards, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor announced today.
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Mackay operators vie for top tourism honours
9 Oct 2009
The Sarina Sugar Shed and Mansfield Park Educational Animal Nursery & Farmstay are among 161 Queensland tourism operators vying for top honours at this year's Queensland Tourism Awards, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor announced today.
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Capricorn operators vie for top tourism honours
9 Oct 2009
Six operators from the Capricorn region will vie for top honours in this year's Queensland Tourism Awards, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor announced today.
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Gold Coast operators vie for top tourism honours
9 Oct 2009
Twenty Gold Coast tourism operators will vie for top honours in this year's Queensland Tourism Awards, Tourism Minister and Member for Southport Peter Lawlor announced today.
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Outback operators vie for top tourism honours
9 Oct 2009
Nine operators from Queensland's Outback will vie for top honours in this year's Queensland Tourism Awards, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor announced today.
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Sunshine Coast operators vie for top tourism honours
9 Oct 2009
Fifteen operators from the Sunshine Coast will vie for top honours in this year's Queensland Tourism Awards, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor announced today.
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TNQ leads chase for top tourism honours
9 Oct 2009
Tropical North Queensland is leading the chase for this year's Queensland Tourism Awards with 32 operators vying for a win on the state's night of nights, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor announced today.
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Townsville operators vie for top tourism honours
9 Oct 2009
Fifteen operators from the Townsville region will vie for top honours at this year's Queensland Tourism Awards, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor announced today.
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Brisbane operators vie for top tourism honours
9 Oct 2009
Thirty tourism operators from the Brisbane region will vie for top honours in this year's Queensland Tourism Awards, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor announced today.
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Moreton Bay tourism operators improve online skills
7 Oct 2009
Tourism operators in the Moreton Bay and Islands region are taking part in an online social media workshop today as part of a Tourism Queensland program to enhance online skills in the local industry, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said.
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More than 23,000 enter for the Best Experience in the World
7 Oct 2009
More than 23,000 potential "best mates" for Island Caretaker Ben Southall are competing for the chance to bring three mates to Queensland as part of Tourism Queensland's Best Experience in the World competition, which closed today.
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Count-down on for Best Experience in the World
6 Oct 2009
Would be "best mates" from around the world have just 24 hours left to enter Tourism Queensland's Best Experience in the World competition, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said today.
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Island Caretaker sets his sights on the southern Islands of the Great Barrier Reef
5 Oct 2009
Tourism Queensland's Island Caretaker Ben Southall will journey south this week in his quest to explore the Islands of the Great Barrier Reef.
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Million dollar tourism campaign to drive fun-seekers
2 Oct 2009
Tourism Queensland will lead a national tourism campaign this month valued at $1 million to drive visitation to the Tropical North during the traditionally quiet summer months, Parliamentary Secretary for Tourism and Member for Barron River Steve Wettenhall announced today.
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Island Caretaker welcomes journalists to the Islands of the Great Barrier Reef
1 Oct 2009
Tourism Queensland's Best Job in the World Island Caretaker Ben Southall will today welcome a group of prominent journalists from the UK, Ireland and Scandinavia who will be spending a week in Queensland to experience a variety of 'best jobs and experiences', Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said today.
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Central Queensland's top 16 tourism development priorities named
30 Sep 2009
Developing Rockhampton as a major regional sporting hub, an eco-style safari camp for Agnes Water and Seventeen Seventy and new backpacker attractions are among 16 tourism projects considered a high priority for Central Queensland, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said today.
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German travel scouts get the scoop on Queensland experiences
29 Sep 2009
Two German travel agents will undertake the roadtrip of a lifetime this week as they explore the Queensland coast by campervan and blog about their adventures.
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Island Caretaker Ben Southall to visit Queensland's Outback
27 Sep 2009
The spirit of Queensland's Outback has beckoned Tourism Queensland's Island Caretaker Ben Southall, who will travel from his home on the Great Barrier Reef to the Queensland Outback in October, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor announced today.
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Corroboree 2009 gives Tourism Queensland the thumbs up
24 Sep 2009
Tourism Queensland has won the Most Supportive Tourism Board award at the international Corroboree 2009 travel trade event for the second year running, Tourism Queensland CEO Anthony Hayes said.
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20,000 enter for the Best Experience in the World - two weeks to go
23 Sep 2009
More than 20,000 would-be "best mates" for Island Caretaker Ben Southall have so far entered Tourism Queensland's Best Experience in the World competition to bring three mates to assist Ben explore the Islands of the Great Barrier Reef.
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Queensland maintains second spot for domestic visitors
16 Sep 2009
Queensland welcomed more than 16 million domestic visitors in the last financial year, maintaining its position as second overall in Australia for domestic visitor numbers, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said today.
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Townsville's top 13 tourism development priorities named
9 Sep 2009
A Townsville CBD tourism precinct, sustainable tourism on Magnetic Island and an eco resort at Wallaman Falls are among projects considered as high priority for North Queensland, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said today.
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74 hours to book a holiday to the magical Whitsundays
7 Sep 2009
Holidaymakers will have 74 hours this week to book a spectacular range of deals to Queensland's Whitsundays, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said today.
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Island Caretaker to experience magnetic attraction of North Queensland
4 Sep 2009
Tourism Queensland's Island Caretaker, Ben Southall, is set to experience the magnetic attraction of North Queensland this week as he embarks on a tour of Townsville, Bowen and Magnetic and Hinchinbrook Islands.
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New tourism campaign puts top Gold Coast accommodation deals online
3 Sep 2009
A new marketing campaign with major online accommodation player Wotif.com starting this Thursday 3 September will offer hot accommodation deals on the Gold Coast, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said today.
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UQ students boost regional tourism industry
1 Sep 2009
Tourism operators in Ipswich and the Scenic Rim will benefit from an innovative program initiated by the University of Queensland, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said today.
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Island Caretaker welcomes mum and dad to Queensland
31 Aug 2009
It could well be a case of 'The best son in the world' after Tourism Queensland Islands Caretaker Ben Southall welcomed his parents to his 2000km Great Barrier Reef 'office' this week.
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'Unreal Deals' Tourism Queensland's most successful domestic retail campaign
27 Aug 2009
Bucking the current economic trend, Tourism Queensland's recent domestic marketing campaign has now become Queensland's most successful retail campaign, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said today.
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Premier launches $5m best holidays in the world tourism campaign
26 Aug 2009
Premier Anna Bligh today announced a new $5 million tourism marketing campaign to drive domestic tourism and protect more than 119,000 state tourism jobs.
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Entries open for Island Caretaker Ben’s mates
26 Aug 2009
Thousands of people from around the world are expected to apply for the chance to bring three mates to Queensland to assist Best Job in the World’s Ben Southall explore the Islands of the Great Barrier Reef, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said today.
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Tourism Queensland bags top tourism award three years running
25 Aug 2009
Tourism Queensland was named the Best State Tourism Organisation by the Australian Society of Travel Writers (ASTW) for the third year in row, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said today.
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UK and Irish backpackers 'snap-a roo' to come to Queensland
24 Aug 2009
A new Tourism Queensland viral marketing campaign featuring an online game called Snap-a-roo has been launched in the UK and Ireland, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said.
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New destination management for Gold Coast
24 Aug 2009
New tourism product for the Gold Coast will be a greater focus now recently-appointed Destination Management Officer (DMO), Stephanie Fuller has joined the ranks of Gold Coast Tourism, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said.
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Ben sets sail for Hamilton Island Race Week
22 Aug 2009
Ben Southall, Tourism Queensland's Best Job in the World Island Caretaker, is preparing for an action-packed week of on and offshore activities as part of the 26th annual Hamilton Island Race Week.
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Charter flights to TNQ signal strengthening Japanese confidence
20 Aug 2009
Four Japanese charter flights to Tropical North Queensland scheduled in September and October signal an increasing confidence of the Japanese market in Queensland, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said today.
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New format for Queensland Tourism Awards - Gold Coast 13 November 2009
20 Aug 2009
The 2009 Queensland Tourism Awards, presented by Queensland Airports Limited, will be held on the Gold Coast in November and the event has been refashioned to be easy on the pocket, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said.
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Tourism Futures Conference great success on the Gold Coast
19 Aug 2009
The importance of digital marketing in tourism was one of the key topics of interest at this year's Tourism Futures National Conference which wrapped up on the Gold Coast today, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said.
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WANTED - 'Best mates in the World'
13 Aug 2009
Tourism Queensland will launch a global search for four mates to share exploring the Islands of the Great Barrier Reef with Best Job in the World Island Caretaker Ben Southall.
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Clemenger BBDO appointed Tourism Queensland global creative agency
11 Aug 2009
Tourism Queensland has appointed Clemenger BBDO as its lead creative agency for the next three years.
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Gold Coast lures lucrative Indian market for mega tourism event
7 Aug 2009
A hundred influential Indian travel agents will experience the Gold Coast next week to help increase the visitation from the important emerging market of India, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said today.
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Best Job Island Caretaker scores A+ for his first month
7 Aug 2009
Tourism Queensland's Best Job in the World Island Caretaker Ben Southall has recently undergone his one month performance review, exceeding expectations and proving he's attracting much-needed tourist dollars for Queensland.
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Best Job in the World Island Caretaker touches down in Central Queensland
31 Jul 2009
Tourism Queensland's Best Job in the World Island Caretaker, Ben Southall will spend his next week at work enjoying a scenic tour over the Whitsundays before touching down in Central Queensland for a visit to Heron and Wilson Islands.
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Queensland centre stage on 'World Expo Family' tour
30 Jul 2009
A lucky Chinese family who won a competition to visit a former World Expo host-city of the past 20 years will introduce Queensland to millions of potential Chinese visitors who are following their adventures.
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Tourism Queensland's Ultimate Auctions. going going gone!
25 Jul 2009
Tourism Queensland's Ultimate Auctions campaign has been a huge success this week and there are still two packages left open for bidding, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said.
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Sailing through the Best Job in the World
22 Jul 2009
Tourism Queensland's Best Job in the World Island Caretaker Ben Southall has been enjoying a different view of the water this week as he sails around the Islands of the Great Barrier Reef.
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Best Job candidates' showcase tropic adventures in new online campaign
22 Jul 2009
A new online tourism campaign focusing on the adventurous side of Tropical North Queensland and featuring Best Job in the World candidates Greg Reynen and James Hill will go live today, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said.
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'Open for Business' campaign attracts Kiwis to the Sunshine Coast
21 Jul 2009
Tourism Queensland's 'Open for Business' campaign encouraging New Zealanders to continue visiting the Sunshine Coast following March's oil spill has reaped some fantastic results for the region, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said.
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Unreal deals to reel in visitors to Queensland
20 Jul 2009
A new $1 million Tourism Queensland marketing campaign aims to lure budget-sensitive Australians to the state with a variety of deals, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said today.
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Premier appoints industry heavyweights to Tourism Queensland Board
19 Jul 2009
Premier Anna Bligh has announced the appointment of five tourism and business heavyweights to the Tourism Queensland Board.
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Bidding war brews over Queensland holidays
19 Jul 2009
A Queensland Holiday bidding war will erupt when Tourism Queensland's 2009 Ultimate Auctions campaign starts at 3pm on Monday 20 July, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said.
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Queensland's Outback receives more bang for its buck
14 Jul 2009
The Outback Queensland Tourism Authority (OQTA) will benefit to the tune of an estimated $120,000 per year following the signing of a new agreement with Tourism Queensland, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said today.
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Tourism Queensland named Best National Tourist Office for second year
13 Jul 2009
Tourism Queensland has been named Best National Tourist Office by the Australian Federation of Travel Agents (AFTA) for the second year running, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor announced today.
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Bligh Government commits extra $1.9m to Best Job campaign
12 Jul 2009
Winner of the Best Job in the World tourism campaign Ben Southall maybe only a week into the job but early results show the tourism industry are receiving major financial benefits.
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Best Job in the World Island Caretaker arrives in Tropical North Queensland
8 Jul 2009
Tourism Queensland's Best Job in the World Island Caretaker Ben Southall arrived in Tropical North Queensland today to start exploring some of the northern Islands of the Great Barrier Reef.
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Premier announces Best Job in the World candidate Mieko as Japanese ambassador to the Gold Coast
6 Jul 2009
Best Job in the World candidate Mieko Kobayashi has been officially named a Queensland Tourism ambassador to Japan by Premier Anna Bligh on the Gold Coast today.
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Migaloo to pass Fraser Coast as whale watching campaign begins
3 Jul 2009
A new $318,000 marketing campaign focused on promoting whale watching on the Fraser Coast started this week across South East Queensland, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said.
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Island Caretaker settles in to his second day on the Job
2 Jul 2009
Ben Southall, Best Job in the World Island Caretaker, has had an action-packed start to his second day on the job, checking out the sights and meeting the locals on Queensland's Hamilton and Hayman Islands.
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Sustainable tourism program to create 'guilt free' Queensland holidays
1 Jul 2009
In an Australian first, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor today launched Tourism Queensland's landmark sustainability project, the first statewide sustainable tourism project implemented in Australia.
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Sustainable tourism program to create 'guilt free' Airlie Beach holidays
1 Jul 2009
In an Australian first, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor today launched Tourism Queensland's landmark sustainability project, with Airlie Beach chosen as one of the five Queensland pilot regions.
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Sustainable tourism program to create 'guilt free' Magnetic Island holidays
1 Jul 2009
In an Australian first, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor today launched Tourism Queensland's landmark sustainability project, with Magenetic Island chosen as one of the five Queensland pilot regions.
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Sustainable tourism program to create 'guilt free' Pioneer Valley/Cape Hillsborough holidays
1 Jul 2009
In an Australian first, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor today launched Tourism Queensland's landmark sustainability project, with Pioneer Valley/Cape Hillsborough chosen as one of the five Queensland pilot regions.
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Sustainable tourism program to create 'guilt free' Winton holidays
1 Jul 2009
In an Australian first, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor today launched Tourism Queensland's landmark sustainability project, with Winton chosen as one of the five Queensland pilot regions.
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Best Job in the World Island Caretaker celebrates his first day on the job
1 Jul 2009
Ben Southall, the 34 year-old Briton who beat more than 34,000 applicants from around the world to be named as Tourism Queensland's Best Job in the World Island Caretaker, started work today.
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Brisbane smartens up its tourist offering with a 'Five in One' card
30 Jun 2009
Visitors to Brisbane can now purchase a 'Five in One' discount card to encourage them to stay longer and experience the city's top tourism attractions, Queensland Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said.
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Best Job in the World Island Caretaker meets Governor of Queensland
28 Jun 2009
The successful candidate in Tourism Queensland's Best Job In The World campaign, Englishman Ben Southall, has met with the Governor of Queensland, Her Excellency Ms Penelope Wensley at Australia House during G'Day UK festivities this week, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said.
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Brisbane's Whale Watching Season Open!
27 Jun 2009
Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor along with Member for Redcliffe Lillian van Litsenburg officially welcomed the start of this year's Brisbane Whale Watching Season at Redcliffe Jetty this morning.
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Outback tourism sale entices Queenslanders to go west
26 Jun 2009
Queenslanders will be enticed to explore the State's Outback as part of a new tourism marketing campaign, valued at $137,000 Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said today.
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Launch of new cultural tourism strategy in TNQ
26 Jun 2009
A Tropical North Queensland cultural tourism strategy designed to encourage more visitors to the region was today launched in Cairns by Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor.
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Best Job in the World campaign makes history at Cannes
25 Jun 2009
Tourism Queensland's Best Job in the World campaign for the Islands of the Great Barrier Reef has picked up a third prestigious Grand Prix award overnight at the Cannes Lions International Advertising Festival - the advertising industry's equivalent to the Oscars.
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School children targeted to visit Queensland's Outback
23 Jun 2009
Queensland children will soon be adventuring out to the state's spectacular Outback under a new school excursions program launched by Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor today.
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Best Job in the World campaign blitzes Cannes Awards
23 Jun 2009
Tourism Queensland's ground-breaking Best Job in the World campaign for the Islands of the Great Barrier Reef has cleaned up to win six awards on day one of the prestigious Cannes Lions International Advertising Festival - the advertising industry's equivalent of the Oscars.
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Online campaign to feature Best Job candidates' tropic adventures
22 Jun 2009
The adventurous side of Tropical North Queensland will be showcased to the world as part of a new online campaign featuring Best Job in the World candidates Greg Reynen and James Hill, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor announced today.
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TNQ tourism campaign in the US pays off
21 Jun 2009
Preliminary results from a tourism campaign promoting Tropical North Queensland in the US drew a 34 percent increase in flight bookings, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said.
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Southerners enticed to holiday north for just a drop in the ocean
19 Jun 2009
A new marketing campaign focused on enticing southerners to escape winter by holidaying in Tropical North Queensland will start tomorrow, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said.
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Queensland presents a united front at the Australian Tourism Exchange
17 Jun 2009
Queensland tourism operators continue to be a dominant force at the 2009 Australian Tourism Exchange (ATE) with 188 tourism operators descending on Melbourne to meet with more than 600 influential international buyers.
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Tourism jobs protected in Bligh Government budget
16 Jun 2009
Protecting more than 200,000 jobs in Queensland's tourism industry is the focus of a $12.6 million tourism budget increase in this year's State Budget.
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Fraser Coast South Burnett tourism a Government priority
10 Jun 2009
Tourism operators in the Fraser Coast South Burnett will benefit from the State Government’s $37.8 million election commitment to tourism.
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Bligh Government launches $280,000 Fraser Coast tourism campaign
10 Jun 2009
A new marketing campaign focussing on luring fun-seeking Sydneysiders to the Fraser Coast was officially launched by Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor today at the Fraser Coast Industry Forum held in Hervey Bay today.
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Victorians warmly welcomed in Queensland - tourism chief
9 Jun 2009
Tourism Queensland chief Anthony Hayes today reassured Victorians that they were more than welcome in Queensland.
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Kiwis heed message and head to the Gold Coast
9 Jun 2009
A major tourism marketing blitz encouraging Kiwis to visit the Gold Coast is paying off for local tourism operators, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said today.
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Tourism Queensland 'rains' in another international digital marketing award
3 Jun 2009
The International Academy of Visual Arts has recognised Tourism Queensland’s digital marketing prowess at the 2009 Communicator Awards in New York.
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QLD visitor information centres answer the call of international tourists
31 May 2009
Many Queensland tourists turn to one of our 120 visitor information centres to get answers to questions ranging from 'Where should I take my girlfriend to propose?' to 'Where can I go to ride a kangaroo?'.
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Best Job in the World candidate Mieko named Queensland ambassador
30 May 2009
Tourism Queensland's Best Job in the World finalist Mieko Kobayashi will become a Queensland ambassador in Japan, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor announced today.
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Great Sandy Region a world treasure
29 May 2009
Southern Queensland's Great Sandy Region has been put in the same class as the Galapagos Islands, the Central Amazon and Uluru as a unique world environment Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said.
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$10M outback tourism attraction officially opens near Port Douglas
28 May 2009
A new $10M Outback Australian tourism attraction in Tropical North Queensland would help boost visitors to the region, the Tourism Minister said today.
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Korean credit cards to feature Tropical North Queensland
25 May 2009
Thirty of Korea's most popular bloggers are touring and photographing Tropical North Queensland this week in a tourism initiative to keep the beauty of the region top-of-mind for up to 10 million Koreans, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said.
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Online Tourism Tutor for Queensland teachers and students
23 May 2009
High school teachers and students can now access an online educational tool produced by Tourism Queensland to assist them with tourism-related subjects, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor announced.
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I'm a travel agent, get me out of here - and take me to Queensland!
22 May 2009
Eighteen influential travel agents from the UK, Ireland and Denmark arrived in Queensland last weekend for a taste of the popular UK TV show I'm a Celebrity. Get me out of here!, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said.
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Gold Coast lures lucrative Indian market for mega event
22 May 2009
A new long-term market strategy aimed at attracting more Indian tourists to Queensland looks like it's paying off, following an announcement by the Federal Minister for Tourism Martin Ferguson that the Gold Coast will host Tourism Australia's 2009 India Mega Familiarisation, today.
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Gold Coast to blitz Kiwi market with new tourism campaign
20 May 2009
A new $600,000 international tourism marketing campaign is underway to encourage Kiwis to discover the diverse range of experiences available on the Gold Coast and beyond, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor announced today.
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Sharon's finger is on the pulse of tourism in South East Queensland
17 May 2009
Raising the profile of Moreton Bay and country areas, whilst positioning Brisbane as an emerging 'new world' city, are key priorities for Brisbane and South East Queensland country, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said today.
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Racheal's finger on tourism pulse of Whitsundays and Mackay
17 May 2009
Developing new tourism products and leveraging off the 'Best Job in the World' campaign are major priorities for the Whitsundays and Mackay, said Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor today.
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Trevor's finger on the 'Reef to Outback' tourism pulse
17 May 2009
Promoting and developing Reef to Outback packages is a key priority for central Queensland and the southern Great Barrier Reef, said Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor today.
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Denise makes an impact on the Gold Coast
17 May 2009
Developing new products and changing stereotypes are major priorities for the Gold Coast and Hinterland, said Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor today.
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Lynne there for the Sunshine and Fraser Coast tourism
17 May 2009
Sharpening the market positions of the Sunshine and Fraser Coasts and providing strong tactical marketing opportunities are key priorities for the Sunshine Coast and Fraser Coast, said Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor today.
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Jeff's finger on tourism pulse in the Tropics
17 May 2009
Maintaining aviation services during the economic downturn is the key priority for the Tropics and the Great Barrier Reef, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor today.
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"Best Job in the World Island" receives more good news
16 May 2009
Following on from the announcement of Hamilton Island's Island Caretaker, Virgin Blue's new direct flights from Sydney to Hamilton Island could not have come at a more fitting time, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said.
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Queensland tourism information in the palm of our visitors
15 May 2009
Queensland's visitors can now use their smartphones to access maps overlayed with accommodation and nearby tourist attractions in the latest digital marketing breakthrough from Tourism Queensland, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said.
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Tourism Minister congratulates Sunshine Coast on tourism levy
15 May 2009
Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor today congratulated the Sunshine Coast Regional Council on its unanimous decision to introduce a tourism levy across all three regions.
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Best Job candidates visit Tropical North Queensland
7 May 2009
Three of the final 16 candidates for Tourism Queensland's Best Job in the World recruitment campaign will tour Tropical North Queensland over the next few days, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor announced today.
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Best Job candidates explore the Gold Coast
7 May 2009
Two of the finalist for Tourism Queensland's Best Job in the World recruitment campaign will explore the Gold Coast over the next few days, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor announced today.
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Best Job candidates explore Brisbane region
7 May 2009
One of the finalists for Tourism Queensland's Best Job in the World recruitment campaign will explore the Brisbane regions over the next few days, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor announced today.
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Best Job candidate continue to explore the Whitsundays and Mackay
7 May 2009
Clare Wang, the Taiwanese wildcard finalist in Tourism Queensland's Best Job in the World recruitment campaign, will continue to explore the Whitsundays and Mackay over the next few days, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor announced today.
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Best Job candidates explore Queensland's Outback
7 May 2009
Two of the finalist for Tourism Queensland's Best Job in the World recruitment campaign will explore Queensland's Outback over the next few days, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor announced today.
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Best Job candidates visit Central Queensland and the Southern Great Barrier Reef
7 May 2009
Two of the final 16 candidates for Tourism Queensland's Best Job in the World recruitment campaign will tour Central Queensland and the Southern Great Barrier Reef over the next few days, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor announced today.
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Best Job candidates explore the Sunshine and Fraser Coasts
7 May 2009
Two of the finalist for Tourism Queensland's Best Job in the World recruitment campaign will explore the Sunshine and Fraser Coasts over the next few days, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor announced today.
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Britain's Ben Southall named best candidate for Best Job in the World
6 May 2009
Ben Southall from the United Kingdom has been named Caretaker of the Islands of the Great Barrier Reef in the race for Queensland's Best Job in the World.
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European travel specialists explore Queensland
4 May 2009
Following on the heels of the announcement of the successful candidate for Best Job in the World this week, 300 hand-picked travel professionals from across Europe and the UK will be on Hamilton Island to participate in a training workshop promoting tourism to Australia, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said today.
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Top 16 candidates for Best Job in the World dive and dine on the Great Barrier Reef
4 May 2009
Queensland diving and dining experiences were on the menu for Tourism Queensland’s final 16 candidates for the Best Job in the World today on the Great Barrier Reef.
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Best Job in the World candidates arrive on Hamilton Island
3 May 2009
Tourism Queensland's final 16 Best Job in the World candidates arrived on Hamilton Island today to begin the selection process, starting their experience with a swim test and an inspection of the official caretaker's residence.
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Gold Coast tourism on positive road for 2009
1 May 2009
Helping the Gold Coast tourism sector to survive the global financial crisis is a major priority for the State Government in 2009, the new Minister for Tourism and Fair Trading, Member for Southport Peter Lawlor announced today.
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Swine Flu update 29 April 2009
29 Apr 2009
To date there have been no confirmed cases of Swine Flu in Australia. The Australian Government is very well prepared to deal with flu epidemics and has strengthened screening measures at airports.
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Aggressive strategy announced to support tourism
28 Apr 2009
Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said the release today of TTF's report 'Australian Tourism and the Recession' was a sober reminder of the challenges facing the Australian tourism industry in the coming 12 months.
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Jetstar throws down the welcome mat for New Zealanders
28 Apr 2009
Air access from the Gold Coast's largest international source market - New Zealand - will increase by 54 percent from today with Jetstar's inaugural return flight to Auckland, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said.
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Outback on Queenslanders' holiday list
24 Apr 2009
Queenslanders are eager to explore the Outback, preliminary results from Tourism Queensland's latest Outback campaign show, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor announced today.
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Fun the focus of Queensland's new national campaign
20 Apr 2009
A new $1.6 million Tourism Queensland campaign aims to hype up the 'fun factor' of Queensland holidays using popular radio stations and the internet, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said.
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European travel professionals discover Tropical North Queensland
17 Apr 2009
Seventeen hand-picked travel professionals from across Western Europe will have an in-depth discovery tour of Tropical North Queensland's attractions and products this weekend, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor announced today.
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Queensland tourism gets Kiwis talking
17 Apr 2009
Queensland tourism operators will dominate attention at Australia's largest overseas travel trade and consumer expo in New Zealand this weekend, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said.
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Tropical North Queensland toasts the arrival of Japanese guests
17 Apr 2009
Tourism Queensland will this weekend welcome a Continental Airlines flight carrying more than 30 key representatives from the Japanese travel industry to Tropical North Queensland.
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Great Barrier Reef diving ranks 7th on Japanese wish list
16 Apr 2009
Japanese dive enthusiasts voted Cairns and the Great Barrier Reef in their top 10 wish-list of global diving destinations at Asia’s largest diving exhibition last week, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said.
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Campaign entices visitors to explore central Queensland
16 Apr 2009
Queenslanders are being encouraged to explore the islands of the Southern Great Barrier Reef and the seaside villages and cities of central Queensland in a new tourism campaign, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said today.
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‘Open for business’ tourism campaign extended to New Zealand
16 Apr 2009
Tourism Queensland's 'Open for Business' campaign encouraging visitors to continue to come to the Sunshine Coast following last month’s oil spill will be extended to New Zealand, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said.
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Queensland tourism shines in a wintery Europe
6 Apr 2009
Six Queensland tourism operators spent a wintery few days in London last week on a UK and Europe new product mission, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said.
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‘Bonus Breaks’ campaign delivers on Premier’s promise to help protect jobs
5 Apr 2009
Australians are heeding the message and spending their Federal Government bonuses on a Queensland holiday according to preliminary results of Tourism Queensland’s latest domestic campaign, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said today.
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Tourism Queensland announces Best Job in the World Top 16
3 Apr 2009
Students, media professionals, a receptionist, teacher, charity event manager and an actress are among the 15 potential island caretakers from 14 countries announced today as being on the final short-list for Tourism Queensland’s Best Job in the World.
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91 Asian travel executives visit Gold Coast
1 Apr 2009
The Gold Coast is set to be in the Asian tourism spotlight when Tourism Queensland brings one of the largest groups of Asia travel executives to Queensland this week, Tourism Minister and Member for Southport Peter Lawlor said today.
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Grant Hackett filming ‘Open for Business’ tourism ads
26 Mar 2009
Tourism Queensland has engaged swimming legend Grant Hackett to be the face of a series of television commercials encouraging visitors back to Moreton Bay and the Sunshine Coast following the oil spill two weeks ago.
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Taiwan’s “Clare” secures wild card spot for Best Job in the World
25 Mar 2009
A Taiwanese interpreter has blitzed her competition to become the ‘wild card’ candidate for Tourism Queensland’s Best Job in the World.
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Queensland exchanges some sunshine for a trip around the US
20 Mar 2009
Fourteen Queensland tourism operators are bringing a taste of Queensland sunshine to the US this week, delivering a promotional pitch to more than 150 members of the North American tourism industry.
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Tourism Queensland excludes Russian "Julia" from the Best Job in the World
19 Mar 2009
Tourism Queensland has today excluded Russian candidate ‘Julia’ from the Best Job in the World selection process.
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Australians heed the “no leave, no life” message and holiday in Queensland
18 Mar 2009
More than 1.7 million Australians who felt they deserved an end of year break in 2008 took one in Queensland according to the latest domestic visitor figures.
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Tourism Queensland awarded digital marketing gong
17 Mar 2009
Tourism Queensland – home of the ‘best job in the world’ – has been recognised as a digital marketing leader at the 15th annual Australian Interactive Media Industry Association awards.
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