The Government is set to make Queensland the number one nature-based tourism destination in Australia, with its draft Ecotourism Plan released for public input today. read more... about Have your say on Queensland’s draft Ecotourism plan

Nominations are now open for the 2013 Queensland Tourism Awards! The Awards have been operating for more than 25 years to acknowledge and celebrate tourism operators in Queensland who have demonstrated outstanding achievement and contribution to the state's tourism industry. The Awards program is your opportunity to contribute toward lifting industry standards and proving that when it comes to tourism Queensland is the only place to be. read more... about 2013 Queensland Tourism Awards now open for nominations

Accommodation is considered a high risk industry because it includes housekeeping, which has a high frequency of injuries due to the manual handling tasks involved. But the Housekeeping capability checklist aims to help employers identify tasks an injured work may be able to perform with the goal of helping them to recover at work. read more... about RTW checklist for housekeepers

If you were unable to attend WorkCover's recent webinar forum for employers in the accommodation industry, the recordings from the webinar are now available. read more... about Accommodation webinar recording now available

In Parliament yesterday, The Hon. Jason Costigan MP (Whitsundays), acknowledged tourism operators in the Whitsundays who took home gongs at the recent Qantas Australian tourism industry awards. Gold medal winners included The Big 4 Adventure Whitsunday Resort, Hamilton Island and Ocean Rafting. read more... about Whitsunday Tourism Awards

According to Department of Immigration and Citizenship (DIAC) statistics released this week, Australia is the preferred destination for visitors and working holiday makers. It's a timely reminder that employers need to ensure overseas workers are inducted properly and they understand their rights and obligations so they can stay safe at work. read more... about Record visitor numbers to Australia

Join us for a free webinar with industry experts to discuss strategies for achieving positive stay at, or prompt return to work outcomes Wednesday 27 February 2013. Spaces are limited to register quickly. read more... about Free webinar: Stay at and early return to work in a resort environment

Queensland small businesses working hard to become more sustainable are being encouraged to nominate for the 2013 Premier’s Sustainability Awards. Small business underpins Queensland’s four-pillar economy, supporting tourism, agriculture, resources and construction. read more... about Nominations open for small business award

More than 54,000 extra international visitors will have access to Queensland each year via Etihad Airways’ new daily service between Abu Dhabi and Brisbane, which the Queensland Government hopes will continue to boost the Queensland tourism industry by attracting more international tourists. read more... about QLD gov statement: Increased Etihad flights to boost Qld tourism