Read through the full program to see the speakers.

Register now.

For further information contact:
Joseph Griffiths
Phone: 02 6283 5242
Email: exec@ticact.org.au

National Library of Australia – The Life of Patrick White
Open until 8 July 2012

The Life of Patrick White exhibition marks 100 years since the birth of Australia’s Nobel Laureate in Literature. The exhibition is drawn from the Library’s collection of White’s papers, including letters, notebooks and papers, as well as collections from the Art Gallery of NSW and the State Library of NSW. Free exhibition, open daily 10am – 5pm.

National Museum of Australia – Travelling the Silk Road: Ancient Pathway to the Modern World
Open until 29 July 2012

Step 1000 years back in time to experience the sights, sounds and stories of the greatest trading route in history in this new exhibition from the American Museum of Natural History, New York. The exhibition explores the ancient cities of Asia and the Middle East over six centuries, with remarkable dioramas, fascinating interactives and impressive artefacts which will impress children and adults alike. Exhibition fees apply, open daily 9am – 5pm.

National Archives of Australia – Traversing Antarctica: the Australian experience
Open until 9 September 2012

Traversing Antarctica: the Australian experience celebrates the centenary of the Australasian Antarctic Expedition led by Douglas Mawson in 1911–14 and charts Australian involvement in, and fascination with, Antarctica up to the present day. See a rare collection of original equipment and diaries from early expeditions as well as interactive displays and imagery. Free exhibition, open daily 9am – 5pm.

National Gallery of Australia – Eugene von Guérard: Nature Revealed
Open until 15 July 2012

Eugene von Guérard: Nature Revealed features over 150 works, including many of von Guérard’s beloved iconic landscapes, and illustrated sketch books, as well as some never-before-seen paintings. Explore magnificent Australian, New Zealand and European landscapes. Free exhibition, open daily 10am – 5pm.

Leveraging ATDW’s proven content and distribution platform, the Minister for Tourism, Martin Ferguson, has announced a $1million Federal Government project to translate the entire database consisting of over 26,000 Australian products and experiences to simplified and traditional Chinese.

The Australian Government’s Tourism Online Project will create a ground-breaking opportunity for tourism operators by making thousands of Australia’s quality tourism products available in local languages for the Chinese consumer.

The translated content will be available across ATDW’s extensive distribution network spanning over 150 digital channels, including state and regional tourism organisations, large commercial and niche publishers as well as mobile applications.

Read the full press release.

The Tourism e-kit is made up of over 50 tutorials and videos and can be downloaded by the Australian tourism industry free of charge.

Throughout the day speakers will present on topics including:

• Towards 2013, the Centenary of Canberra
• An introduction to TQUAL Accreditation
• Hotel room of the future
• The forensics of business events
• Unlocking the secrets of social media
• Major exhibitions in our city – a comprehensive overview
• The importance and future of educational tourism
• ‘AirVolution’ of Canberra Airport
• Leadership drives success

Register now for the symposium.

For further information, contact:

Joseph Griffiths
Phone: 02 6283 5242
Email: exec@ticact.org.au

A number of opportunities are available to industry, including advertising opportunities in key publications, as well as the opportunity for accommodation properties to submit their best fixed-rate for the Happy hour promotion.

Download the winter advertising prospectus

Download the Happy hour invitation to accommodation partners

For further information, please contact Rei Seah at rei.seah@act.gov.au or 02 6207 2887.

The objective of this strategy is to broaden the contribution of the private sector by facilitating growth, economic diversification and new job opportunities. This will be achieved through three strategic imperatives:

• The right business environment
• Supporting business investment
• Accelerating business innovation.

The programs and activities under the strategy are aligned with these strategic directions. Visit the Economic Development Directorate website to read more.

Visit canberratourismawards.com.au to download the entry information, rules for entry and category questions. There are changes to questions across most categories, so it is essential that you download the latest documentation for your category.

In 2012 a new program, the visitor experience survey, will be implemented in place of the mystery shopper program. The program will capture feedback from real visitors to Canberra, with visitors to entrants in relevant categories able to opt-in to provide feedback about their experience. Read more about the process here.

We will also be continuing with a number of entrant assistance programs in 2012, including the student assistance program, submission mentoring, and entrant workshops.

For further information, visit the website or contact Angela Ellerman on canberratourismawards@act.gov.au or 02 6205 0562.

Capital Wines Epicurean Centre

Capital Wines new Epicurean Centre and cellar door cafe are now open in the Stables of the Royal Hotel, Gundaroo. A variety of gourmet delights are available for purchase, as well as tastings and purchase of the Capital Wines range. Open 7 days, 10am-5pm.

Robyn Rowe chocolates

Robyn Rowe chocolates is open at Nanima Road, Murrumbateman. The chocolates are handcrafted onsite, using traditional European methods and filled with fresh local produce, including the locally grown Clonakilla muscat.

The Chocolat D’Or is open Fridays, Saturdays, and Mondays between 10am and 5pm and Sundays between 12 noon and 5pm.

Excite@Q

Questacon’s newest permanent exhibition, Excite@Q, provides visitors with energetic experiences focusing on spectacular scientific phenomena. Excite@Q is a hands-on, minds-on experience that tests your reflexes, skills and perceptions. Access to this new exhibition is included in all general admission tickets to Questacon.

Key media outlets included:

• Qantas epiQure
• Out There magazine
• The Daily Telegraph, Best Weekends
• Saturday Disney – Network 7           
• Australian Women’s Weekly
• Fairfax Community Newspapers
• Ninemsn

Australian Capital Tourism would like to thank industry members for their support in gaining publicity for Canberra and its attractions.