Esperance hits record tourism numbers, visitor spending up
Esperance celebrates a tourism boom with over 200,000 visitors and increased spending. Discover the coastal town's success and the state's international recovery.
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South West tourism boom faces NIMBY backlash over overcrowding
The booming tourism industry in WA's South West brings economic benefits but also overcrowding woes. Locals clash over the region's future. Discover the complex debate.
SA algal bloom devastates coastal tourism season
South Australia's toxic algal bloom is crippling coastal tourism, sending visitors inland. Beaches are empty while the River Murray thrives. Discover the full impact.
WA Tourism Hits Record High, Surpassing Pre-Pandemic Peak
Western Australia's tourism sector has achieved a historic milestone, welcoming over 1.02 million international visitors and exceeding pre-COVID levels. Discover what's driving the boom.
WA Filmmaker Tracks Rare Great White Sharks in Esperance
WA documentary maker Dave Riggs is tracking a rare sighting of two massive great white sharks swimming together off Esperance. Discover the significance of this unique pairing.
Ocean Grove's $35M Ride Centre Takes Shape for 2026
Construction is progressing on Ocean Grove's $35 million ride centre, set to open in 2026. The facility will boost tourism and create jobs for the Bellarine Peninsula.
Journey Beyond buys Mossman Gorge Cultural Centre assets
Tourism giant Journey Beyond finalises deal for Mossman Gorge Cultural Centre's operational assets, ensuring the future of the iconic Far North Queensland Indigenous tourism experience.
Hunter's school holiday tourism surge with unique family activities
Hunter businesses capitalise on the summer school holiday rush with innovative offerings, from koala sanctuary passes to kids' karaoke and circus classes, boosting the regional economy.
Tourism Pioneer Ross Dowling Retires from Perth Leadership
Professor Ross Dowling, a driving force behind WA's geotourism and cruise sectors, steps down from Destination Perth. Explore his legacy and vision for sustainable travel. Read his full story.
109-year-old WWI message in bottle found on WA beach
A 109-year-old message in a bottle from WWI soldiers found on an Esperance beach has reunited families. They now seek a national museum to preserve this poignant piece of Australian history.
More Tourists Urged to Save Great Barrier Reef
Queensland's tourism chief calls for increased visitation to fund conservation of the Great Barrier Reef, following its prestigious 'World's Best Tourism Attraction' win. Discover how tourism fuels protection.
Cairns tourism body's record $281M boom after crisis
Facing border closures and cyclone devastation, Tourism Tropical North Queensland achieved a record-breaking 36:1 ROI from international campaigns. Discover their strategy.
Cairns' tourism fightback: How adversity sparked opportunity
How Cairns tourism leaders turned airline pullouts, cyclones, and market collapse into a blueprint for growth. Discover the strategy that saved the region. Read the full story.
Cairns' bold plan to save tourism after Japan collapse
When Japanese tourism to Cairns collapsed, a bold diversification plan saved the region's future. Discover the strategy that rescued the local economy.
Rottnest Island Energy Project Delays Blow Out Budget
Premier Roger Cook's sustainable tourism vision hits a snag as Rottnest Island's $50 million energy overhaul faces major delays and cost blowouts. Get the full story on WA's green energy hurdles.
Inside the Fight to Rebrand Cairns and the Great Barrier Reef
Exclusive details reveal the fierce battle over renaming Cairns and the Great Barrier Reef to boost tourism. Discover the key players and the high-stakes debate.
How Cairns turned a pilot dispute into a $1.5M opportunity
Cairns tourism leader Mark Olsen transformed a pilot strike crisis into a $1.5 million economic win. Discover how resilience and innovation saved the region's key events.
How tourism collaboration built Cairns over 40 years
Explore how Tourism Tropical North Queensland's four-decade history of unified advocacy transformed Cairns into a global destination, driving major infrastructure and economic growth.
2025's Solemn Moments That Left Australia in Mourning
A look back at the tragic events that defined 2025 in Australia and beyond, including the fatal Optus outage, a shocking shark attack in WA, and the loss of local heroes. Remember the moments that left a mark.
Shark Warning for Esperance's Kelp Beds Beach
A shark warning is in place for Kelp Beds Beach near Esperance following multiple sightings. Authorities urge swimmers and surfers to exercise extreme caution and check SharkSmart.
WA International Tourism Recovers to Pre-COVID Levels
International tourism to Western Australia has officially rebounded, surpassing 2019 levels with record spending. Discover the key markets driving this boom and what it means for the state's economy.
Tourists choosing longer stays boost Townsville economy
Townsville's visitor economy is surging as tourists extend their stays, injecting millions into local businesses. Discover how this trend is reshaping the region's future.
Foreign visitors pump $111m into Geelong and Bellarine
International tourists have delivered a $111 million windfall to Geelong and the Bellarine, offsetting a sharp drop in domestic visitor spending. Discover how the region's economy is transforming.
First Home Buyers Drive WA Regional Price Boom
First home buyers are dominating Western Australia's regional property markets, pushing median prices up by over 2.3% in a single quarter. Discover which towns are leading the surge.
Spearfisherman's close call with 3m great white shark
A spearfisherman had a close encounter with a 3m great white shark at Dolphin Cove, Esperance. Authorities have issued a shark warning. Stay informed with SharkSmart.
100-Site Belmont Wetlands Campground Officially Opens
A new $1.9 million beachfront campground with 100 sites has opened at Lake Macquarie's Belmont Wetlands, promising a major boost for Hunter eco-tourism and local jobs.
Cairns Tourism Hub to Supercharge Region's $3.2bn Economy
A new $176 million tourism hub is set to transform Cairns, boosting the Far North's $3.2 billion visitor economy and creating hundreds of local jobs. Discover the plan.
Farmer dies in WA bushfire while defending property
A farmer in his 60s has died after his front-end loader was overrun by flames near Ravensthorpe. The WA Premier has offered condolences as the fire threat continues. Download the 7NEWS app.
New Luxury Catamaran Launches in Port Douglas
A family-run Port Douglas company invests in a new $2.5 million luxury catamaran, Quicksilver's 'Wavedancer Low Isles', to enhance the iconic Low Isles experience and support local tourism. Discover the upgrade.
Emergency warning as West River bushfire threatens lives, homes
An emergency warning is in place for West River in WA's Ravensthorpe Shire as a dangerous bushfire burns out of control. Residents told to leave immediately. Latest updates.
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