Is Western Australia open to visitors?
Is Western Australia open to visitors?
There are no restrictions on travelling within WA. However, residents in over 200 remote Aboriginal communities in WA are more vulnerable to COVID-19 than other Western Australians.
Who is responsible for tourism in Australia?
Australian Government agency
Tourism Australia is the Australian Government agency responsible for international tourism marketing. Tourism Australia’s role is to: Influence people to travel to and throughout Australia.
Why did Western Australia not want to federate?
There were a number of reasons for Western Australia’s leaders to be uncertain about Federation. The discovery of gold in the early 1890s led to rapid growth in the colony’s population and wealth. Farming, the timber industry and shipping were also strong. This provided money to support its development.
How do I connect to Tourism WA?
How to work with us
- Share your stories with us. Share the latest news about your product, event or destination with us.
- Connect with our social media.
- Get listed online.
- Participate in media and trade famils.
- Access our images and videos.
- Distribute your product.
What is unique about Western Australia?
Western Australia is Australia’s largest state. Its total area is 2,529,875 km2 which accounts for 33 percent of Australia’s total land mass. With 12,889 km of mainland coast, Western Australia has the longest coastline of all the Australian states and territories.
Who is the CEO of Tourism Australia?
Phillipa Harrison
Tourism Australia has today confirmed Phillipa Harrison as the organisation’s new Managing Director. Ms Harrison was previously Tourism Australia’s Executive General Manager International, overseeing a network of international offices spanning 12 countries and managing airline relationships and distribution channels.
How much does Australia make in 2020 tourism?
In 2019, tourism in Australia accounted for 3.1% of the national GDP, contributing $60.8 billion to the Australian economy. The means that tourism GDP grew at a faster rate than the national economy. Of this, 26% came from international visitors to Australia while 74% came from domestic tourism.
What was life like in Australia in the 1800s?
Factory owners were keen to exploit children as cheap labour.In the 1800’s children had to work in Factories and mines. Children were often hired at the same time as their parents and worked as young as 4 for up to 14 hours a day.
How big is Western Australia?
1.021 million mi²
Western Australia/Area
What are three interesting facts about Western Australia?
Interesting WA facts
- Area of state: Mainland 2 526 786 square kilometres (km) Islands 3089 square km.
- Coastline. Mainland 12 889km. Islands 7892km.
- Extremities. Most northerly point : Cape Londonderry – Latitude 13° 44′ 36″; Longitude 126° 47′ 43″
- Largest lakes, tallest mountains etc. Islands.
- Miscellaneous. Cliffs.
What is the purpose of tourism in Western Australia?
As the State Tourism Organisation, our goal is to grow tourism by marketing WA as an incredible holiday and business events destination; attracting and promoting world-class sporting, cultural and arts events; and improving access, accommodation and tourism experiences. Find out more Planning a holiday?
How to travel into Western Australia from other states?
For information about travel into Western Australia from other states of Australia please refer to the Western Australian Government website.
When does Tourism Australia business events boost close?
Applications for the Business Events Boost Program 2021/22 close on Wednesday 30 June 2021 at 5pm AEST. Tourism Australia undertakes consumer marketing and industry development activity in 15 core markets.
When is the last day to apply for Tourism Australia?
In partnership with Tourism Australia and Tourism Northern Territory, MasterChef Australia is set to put a spotlight on Australia’s native ingredients in the Red Centre. Applications for the Business Events Boost Program 2021/22 close on Wednesday 30 June 2021 at 5pm AEST.