Media Releases

Alpaca Travel comes to Fraser Coast!

Thu, 06 May 2021 22:39:31 GMT

Fraser Coast Tourism and Events are excited to introduce a new strategic destination drive project utilising Alpaca Travel interactive mapping technology.

INAUGURAL SYDNEY-HERVEY BAY JETSTAR FLIGHT ON WEDNESDAY 26 MAY 2021

Thu, 06 May 2021 22:34:48 GMT

The countdown is on! Fraser Coast Tourism & Events is working with TEQ and Jetstar to market the region to media and passengers on the inaugural Sydney to Hervey Bay Jetstar flight, arriving in Hervey Bay on 26 May at 13.45pm.

NATIONAL EXPERIENCE CONTENT INITIATIVE

Thu, 06 May 2021 05:09:54 GMT

A new $12 million content creation initiative aimed at supporting tourism businesses across Australia in their recovery and driving increased visitation by helping them to better market their experiences and attractions.

NATIONAL EXPERIENCE CONTENT INITIATIVE

Thu, 06 May 2021 05:09:52 GMT

UPDATE ON COVID-SAFE REQUIREMENTS – QUEENSLAND HEALTH

Thu, 25 Mar 2021 04:41:50 GMT

UPDATE ON COVID-SAFE REQUIREMENTS – QUEENSLAND HEALTH

Queensland First Nations Tourism Council

Thu, 25 Mar 2021 04:40:26 GMT

The Queensland Tourism Industry Council and First Nations Tourism Working Group are holding regional consultations for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander tourism operators, members of Prescribed Body Corporates and First Nations people who have an interest in shaping the future of Indigenous tourism in Queensland.

ATEC SOUTHERN QUEENSLAND VIRTUAL WORKSHOP

Thu, 18 Mar 2021 05:09:00 GMT

Last week Mark Juppenlatz and Jan Foletta attended the ATEC Southern Queensland Inbound Virtual Workshop with over 100 tourism buyers and sellers and 1200 virtual meetings over 3 days!

Queensland Tourism and Hospitality Virtual Jobs Fair

Thu, 11 Mar 2021 04:48:00 GMT

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GOVERNMENT GRANTS RELEVANT TO TOURISM INDUSTRY

Thu, 25 Feb 2021 05:47:13 GMT

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FRASER COAST GRAN FONDO ROLLS INTO TOWN

Thu, 25 Feb 2021 04:23:28 GMT

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Jetstar announces new direct flights between Sydneyand Hervey Baywith massive $59 flash sale

Thu, 25 Feb 2021 04:22:05 GMT

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Junior State Cup returns to Hervey Bay in 2021

Thu, 18 Feb 2021 04:06:43 GMT

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Queensland Business Revival Program

Thu, 11 Feb 2021 22:48:00 GMT

Free Digital Upskilling worth over $2,000 - Queensland Business Revival Program

Sea Explorer is a winner in the Baird Maritime Awards!

Thu, 11 Feb 2021 05:05:00 GMT

Fraser Island SeaLink Group General Manager, David Hay said, “We have been very happy with the addition of Sea Explorer brand to our business & our beautiful vessel "Osprey" has performed better than our expectations in all aspects. We undertook a lot of research before finalising the design of the vessel including travelling to Tasmania to look at other similar boats which operate there. I am so pleased that we took the time to ensure we knew exactly what we wanted for operating an adventure boat in the Great Sandy Straits. Our guests have responded very positively to the tours we offer under the Sea Explorer banner & it has been a great addition to Kingfisher Bay Resort.”

Maryborough Home to Some of Australia’s Best Street Art Drawcards

Thu, 11 Feb 2021 03:18:00 GMT

The Gallipoli to Armistice Memorial in Queens Park and the Maryborough Mural Trail have been named as finalists in the 2020 Australian Street Art Awards. The Gallipoli to Armistice Memorial has been shortlisted for the Best Monument or Memorial, while the Maryborough Mural Trail is a Best Street Art Trail contender.

Sunday by the Sea

Mon, 31 Aug 2020 00:10:00 GMT

Sunday by the Sea an open-air event is the next big outdoor adventure on Fraser Coast’s social calendar!

Superboats action comes to the Bay!

Thu, 28 Nov 2019 00:17:00 GMT

A thrilling new class has been added to the Australian Offshore Superboat Championships which will hold its final round of racing for the year off Hervey Bay on the last weekend in November 2019.

Tasman Venture take out GOLD at the 2019 Queensland Tourism Awards!

Thu, 21 Nov 2019 06:40:00 GMT

Tasman Venture was recognised as the best Tour and Transport Operator in the State at the prestigious Queensland Tourism Awards, held at the Sunshine Coast Convention Centre Novotel Resort on Friday night.

Up against the state’s best, the award recognises the outstanding contribution made by Tasman Venture to Tourism through the combined provision of touring and transport services.

World Whale Heritage status declared for Hervey Bay!

Wed, 30 Oct 2019 00:31:28 GMT

Hervey Bay has today been announced as the first Whale Heritage Site in the world, declared by the World Cetacean Alliance at its international conference in Hervey Bay.

Call out: We want your bamboo donation for an arts project!

Wed, 03 Jul 2019 04:17:47 GMT

In preparing for the World Whale Conference in October, Fraser Coast Tourism & Events is working with the Fraser Coast Regional Council to develop a whale sculpture on the Hervey Bay foreshore to reinforce the region as one of the most significant humpback whale destinations in the world.