Year: 2020

$5 million State Government support fund to help with cancellations brings some relief for regional accommodation operators

Today’s announcement by the Minister for Industry Support and Recovery, Martin Pakula, of a $5 million support fund to assist struggling …

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Victoria’s tourism council congratulates Melbourne Airport on 50-year milestone

The Victoria Tourism Industry Council (VTIC) today congratulates Melbourne Airport on 50 years of operation and commends the airport on its …

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VTIC Visitor Economy Recovery Taskforce delivers submission to government

With the bushfires in early January followed closely by the COVID-19 crisis, the Visitor Economy in Victoria has faced unprecedented challenges …

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Victoria’s arts and culture sector finally takes centre stage in Federal Government support of recovery efforts

The Victoria Tourism Industry Council (VTIC) welcomes today’s announcement by Prime Minister Scott Morrison of a $250 million coronavirus rescue package, …

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The road to recovery for Victoria’s tourism industry has been dealt a painful setback

The announcement today by Premier Daniel Andrews has dashed the hopes for many across the state’s tourism and hospitality sector, with …

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Further easing of restrictions is welcomed, but four square metre rule still challenges the industry

The Victoria Tourism Industry Council (VTIC) welcomes today’s announcement by Premier Daniel Andrews of further easing of restrictions in Victoria from …

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Sovereign Hill is set to re-open three days a week from June 27

The Courier | Victorian Tourism Industry Council chief executive Felicia Mariani said it was great to see the return of such …

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Sovereign Hill’s reopening another step forward for Victoria’s visitor economy

The Victoria Tourism Industry Council (VTIC) is delighted by today’s announcement that Sovereign Hill will reopen its doors to welcome visitors …

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Get off the beaten track

The Herald Sun | Victoria Tourism Industry Council chief executive Felicia Mariani said Victorians were eager to get back to some …

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Victorian tourism flies high with announcement of increased domestic and regional flights

The Victoria Tourism Industry Council (VTIC) welcomes today’s announcement that Qantas and Jetstar will increase domestic and regional flights for June …

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