Tourism

The Australian Government is committed to maximising tourism's net economic contribution to the Australian economy and to fostering an industry that promotes the principles of environmental responsibility and sustainable development.

Tourism Programs

The Australian Government has a range of assistance programs to support tourism businesses … more

- Round 1 of the Tourism Industry Regional Development Fund (TIRF) Grants Program supports 65 projects
- Information on T-QUAL Grants

Tourism 2020

Tourism 2020 is an update to Australia's national strategy to support industry growth … more

- Tourism 2020 Priorities for 2013
- Tourism Ministers meeting communiqué – 26 April 2013
- Tourism 2020 eNewsletter #6—March 2013
- Investment and Regulatory Reform 2012 Report Card
- Tourism Major Project Facilitation service
- Supporting Small Tourism Businesses

Improving Tourism Quality

The T-QUAL Tick is the first national symbol of quality for tourism products and services in Australia … more

- Latest news on T-QUAL Accreditation
- T-QUAL Accreditation Fact Sheet
- China ADS Scheme Newsletter—April 2013

Tourism Research Australia

TRA provides research and analysis to support policy and industry development … more

- State of the Industry Report 2012
- Tourism Investment Monitor launched on 2 May 2012
- Latest tourism forecasts 2011–12 to 2020–21
- Tourism Industry Facts and Figures at a Glance, September 2012

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