Noosa where forests meet the ocean

Volunteers from the Noosa Visitor Information Centre and the Parkyn Hut centre in Tewantin travelled to Miles on Queensland’s Western Downs last week to attend the 2021 QICA conference where the announcement was made.

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“The annual conference connects volunteers and visitor information centre teams from across the state, and while there is a conference agenda with guest speakers from the industry, the exciting aspect for us as a destination is the opportunity to showcase operators and the region through the famil program.

“This is a great opportunity for Noosa and we have no doubt that delegate numbers will be strong. Delegates also typically extend their stay beyond the conference and famil program, which will provide an economic boost to the region in a traditionally quiet time of year.”

Tourism Noosa is the local body responsible for marketing and also balancing tourism growth, with a more sustainable and responsible tourism sector including taking a leadership position on environmental sustainability initiatives.

Noosa, on Queensland’s Sunshine Coast, is surrounded by stunning beaches, lakes, national parks and the lush hinterland of Noosa National Park. Learn to surf or stand-up paddleboarding; sail the beautiful waters of Laguna Bay; kayak in the Everglades; join a sunset cruise or go swimming with humpback whales. Noosa is home to day spas, world-class golf courses, stylish shopping and high-quality local cuisine.