11/7/2025 From global award wins to inspiring new product launches, July has been a month of momentum across the Southern NSW visitor economy. Dive into this edition to discover the people and projects shaping our regional tourism landscape, from Merimbula’s new...
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Winter Highlights, New Openings & Awards Deadlines
01/06/2025 As winter approaches, it’s clear our region is anything but slowing down. In this edition, we spotlight dynamic new experiences, from the launch of Stone Monkeys Bouldering Gym in Jindabyne to the opening of Barwang’s new cellar door near Young, and...
New businesses, trail launches, tourism awards and highlights
9/5/2025 As we welcome the final month of autumn, there’s no shortage of energy and innovation across our region. In this edition, we highlight product launches and creative campaigns, from the opening of Honed on Imlay café in Eden to the inspiring community effort...
Fresh Opportunities, Heartfelt Reflections, and Industry Updates
08/04/2025 As the crisp autumn air settles across Southern NSW, April brings with it a season of reflection, recognition, and new beginnings. This month, we honour the incredible legacy of our founding Chair, Richard Beere, whose vision and leadership continue to...
Major Wins, Industry Updates & Business Opportunities
March 2025 As we step into March, exciting developments continue to shape the visitor economy across our region. This month’s newsletter is packed with industry updates, funding opportunities, and events designed to help tourism operators and businesses grow. We...
Exciting Tourism Updates, Industry Insights & Opportunities
February 2025 As we move further into 2025, it's an exciting time for the visitor economy in Southern NSW. This month’s newsletter brings valuable insights, industry updates, and opportunities to help tourism operators and businesses thrive. From mastering grant...
Kicking Off 2025 – Opportunities, Farewells, and Insights!
January 2024 As we step into a new year, we’re excited to reflect on the achievements of 2024 while looking ahead to the opportunities of 2025. The past year has been filled with challenges, but also with remarkable resilience and creativity from our regional tourism...
Wrapping Up the Year with Award-Winning Success!
December 2024 As the year draws to a close, we reflect on the incredible achievements and milestones that continue to position Southern NSW as a celebrated destination. From agritourism workshops showcasing growth opportunities to award-winning businesses making...
Destination Southern NSW – a growing and celebrated destination!
November 2024 Our tourism colleagues from across the region just keep on delivering, with the launch of a new distillery, a new riverside retreat, an event celebrating the start of a National tour, all accompanied by another long list of award winners. Southern NSW...
Winners, winners and new regional product!
October 2024 The celebrations continue this month with a long list of award finalists and winners, acknowledged for visitor experience and business excellence, sustainability, leadership and a bronze-winning Australian top tiny tourism town. Read about these...










