Destination Riverland

Are you part of the Riverland tourism community? Tourism Industry Council SA (TiCSA) are hosting a workshop on Tourism Storytelling. With visitor markets changing. Travellers are increasingly seeking more than just a good experience; they are choosing destinations and businesses with exceptional experiences that are also doing good for their local communities and environment. In this interactive workshop with The Tourism Collective you will learn how to authentically and practically communicate your ‘Tourism for Good’ stories and why doing this will benefit business resilience and profitability. There are many South Australian tourism businesses doing all sorts of good things – from sponsoring a local sport team to revegetating nature reserves - and it's time we start talking about them. When: Thursday 20 March | 1 - 4pm Where: Loxton Hotel, 45 East Terrace, Loxton Cost: $15 for TiCSA Members | $30 for Non-Members (GST Inclusive) This is also a great opportunity to catch up with other Riverland tourism operators! Register here : https://lnkd.in/g7mvAqZg

𝗚𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗢𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 ⭐ The Qantas Regional Grants program is back offering $2 million in support to Australian-based communities and projects that are looking to benefit our country's regional areas. Qantas recognise regional communities as the root of the spirit of Australia, and with the Qantas Regional Grants program now in its fourth year, they looking to help these communities sustain brighter futures by providing financial, flight and marketing support to charities, organisations, projects and individuals. Applications are now open and close on May 10, 2025. For more details, grant inclusions and judging criteria visit the link below 👇🏼 https://lnkd.in/ga-QzTx

The SATC have just announced that the 𝗦𝗼𝘂𝘁𝗵 𝗔𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗮𝗻 𝗔𝗴𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗺 𝗙𝗿𝗮𝗺𝗲𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸 is now live on their website. The Framework provides structured pathways to support South Australian producers in diversifying their businesses and integrating tourism into their operations. Designed as a practical resource, offering guidance and inspiration for those looking to unlock new opportunities in agritourism. The website also provides a producer self assessment checklist, Agritourism Toolkit, flowcharts and additional information. Find out more 👉 https://lnkd.in/gnsfmUev

The 2025 Riverland Official Visitor Guide is now available👏 Take a look here 👇 https://lnkd.in/gBTUHZre 𝗛𝗢𝗪 𝗧𝗢 𝗢𝗥𝗗𝗘𝗥 To arrange to order guides to have at your business, please contact pa@destinationriverland.org.au The guides are in boxes of 56 (2 box limit per order). Larger quantities can be arranged upon request. We encourage you to also include a link to the online version of the guide on your business’ website or in any EDM’s >> https://lnkd.in/gBTUHZre The Murray Rivers unparalleled beauty and unique experiences have earned Australia's greatest river global recognition by National Geographic as one of the top 25 places to travel in the world... and we can't wait for more people to experience our slice of it.

Are you a tourism operator looking to turn your innovative tourism ideas into reality or have a regional event you want to bring to life? The South Australian Tourism Commission currently have a Regional Event Fund opportunity and an Experience Development Program available for tourism operators in the Riverland. 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗗𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺 The SATC is looking for expressions of interest from tourism operators who want to take the next step and turn their innovative tourism ideas into reality The third intake of the Experience Development Program is now open and will close at 5pm on Friday, 28 February 2025. The program will support up to 20 operators across the state and is designed to provide tourism businesses with the tools they need to deliver world-class tourism offerings. Interested? For further details, head to https://lnkd.in/gTSmNrsU 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗙𝘂𝗻𝗱 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱-𝟮𝟲 Applications for the South Australian Tourism Commission Regional Event Fund 2025-26 are now open! The Fund will support events held across South Australia from 1 September 2025 to 31 August 2026. Funding is available across two streams, offering up to three years’ funding to the value of $50,000 per year for an Established Event, and up to $20,000 per year for a Development Event. Applications will close 5pm Tuesday 18 March. To provide support with the application process, the SATC are hosting an online workshop at 11am Wednesday 29 January. Find out more and register for the webinar here: https://lnkd.in/gVyX358B

𝗠𝗲𝗿𝗿𝘆 𝗖𝗵𝗿𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗺𝗮𝘀! 🎄✨🎅 from the Board and Staff at Destination Riverland. Here's just a little snapshot of 2024! 📸 We'd like to take this opportunity to say thanks to all of our tourism industry and stakeholders, we appreciate the support and relationships we have with you all! Please note that our team will be taking a little break. Our office is closed until 9am Monday 6 January. Cheers 🥂

It was lovely to catch up with Hon Minister for Tourism Zoe Bettison MP at Banrock Station during her recent visit to the Riverland. It was also great to hear from Banrock Station’s Cellar Door Manager, Ronelle, talking about the recent return of water to their stunning wetlands after Drying Season. The view speaks for itself! Pictured are Banrock Station’s Ronelle Linke, Georgia Geelen & Kate Gillespie from Destination Riverland and Hon Minister for Tourism Zoe Bettison MP.

Yesterday DR staff Kate & Georgia attended the official opening of the 𝗥𝗲𝗻𝗺𝗮𝗿𝗸 𝗥𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗻𝘁 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗳 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁. The infrastructure was officially opened by Hon Minister for Tourism Zoe Bettison MP and Renmark Paringa Council Mayor Peter Hunter, before attendees walked along the new space. Congratulations to the Renmark Paringa Council and all the businesses involved that delivered this project 👏 We can’t wait to see visitors enjoying this new asset! ℹ️ 𝗠𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝗳𝗼 (thanks to RPC) 👇 The project was made possible through funding from the Local Government Infrastructure Partnership Program, and the Local Government Disaster Recovery Assistance Arrangements. Funding was also received from the South Australia Constraints Measures project being delivered by the Government of South Australia and funded by the Australian Government, as part of the Murray-Darling Basin Plan. The project, led by Ecospec Coastal and Marine, injected an estimated $2 million into the local economy through the involvement of over 40 local businesses! 📸Images thanks to Grant Schwartzkopff

In case you missed it - The Murray River has been named by National Geographic as one of the 25 best places in the world to travel to in 2025! Thanks to the Murray Pioneer for today's feature 🙌 Read today's edition here 👉www.murraypioneer.com.au Head here more info on National Geographic's Top 25 Best Places to Travel to in 2025 👉 https://lnkd.in/e2eXvjMT

𝗪𝗘'𝗥𝗘 𝗛𝗜𝗥𝗜𝗡𝗚 Destination Riverland are seeking applications for the role of Tourism Coordinator. This is an exciting opportunity for a person who is passionate about tourism in the Riverland, with skills in administration and marketing. To find out more about the role, please visit Seek: https://lnkd.in/gk-Sc6hA