Message from Executive Officer
Several significant developments are shaping our tourism landscape as we move into another month of activity in our destination.
We farewell Patricia O'Callaghan as Tourism and Events Queensland CEO as she takes up her new role as Acting Director General of Environment, Tourism, Science and Innovation. We thank Patricia for her leadership as TEQ begins their search for a new CEO.
We also welcome Natassia Wheeler as the incoming CEO of Queensland Tourism Industry Council, effective December 16. Natassia brings extensive tourism and events experience to the role, most recently as CEO of Moreton Bay Region Industry & Tourism, and we look forward to working with her to advance Queensland's tourism industry.
Following the state election results, I've had a productive initial discussion with David Kempton, our new State Member for Cook, and look forward to further meetings to discuss our region's pressing tourism needs and opportunities.
Over the past few weeks, our advocacy efforts culminated in a deputation to Douglas Shire Council at the October Ordinary Council Meeting, where we presented key tourism priorities for our region. We were also pleased to host an industry briefing, providing valuable insights into our sector's landscape. The presentations delivered, including updates from Transport and Main Roads, are now available for review [presentations attached].