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Let a friend know about Tourism Wollongong.

Between the dust storms and the gale force winds, it’s been a pretty exciting time here in Wollongong this past month, with the official opening of the Southern Gateway Centre on September 21, Tourism Wollongong networking function on September 24 and the launch of The Wollongong 'Tourism Passport', there was barely time to notice the strange weather!

I would like to welcome onboard all new Tourism Partners and thank our existing Partners who continue to support us in destination marketing. We are looking forward to working together to increase visitation and recognition of this beautiful region.

The days are getting longer and Daylight Saving is nearly upon us. Don’t forget to wind the clocks forward an hour on Sunday October 4!

Until next month
Greg Binskin
General Manager

Notice of AGM to all Tourism Partners

Nominations are now open for election on to the Tourism Wollongong Board. You must be a financial member (as per the Tourism Wollongong Articles of Association) in order to vote and be nominated.

The Tourism Wollongong Annual General Meeting will be held on Tuesday 24 November 2009 commencing at 5:30pm in The Premiers Room at WIN Sports & Entertainment Centre.

To request a board nomination form email Melissa Davis and further enquiries please contact Kate Chapman or 4228 0300.

 

Networking at the Southern Gateway Centre

Tourism Wollongong celebrated a new era in Tourism with Wollongong City Council officially opening the Southern Gateway Centre . After many years in the planning this state of the art centre has become the “shopfront” for the City of Wollongong and beyond. What a fantastic way to welcome visitors to the South Coast and to be able to comprehensively inform them of the numerous experiences on offer.

It was wonderful to see over 80 of our Tourism Partners turn out to experience first hand the Southern Gateway Centre at our networking function on September 24. It was a keen reminder of the strength our local tourism industry enjoys.

Remember, by working together we get results!
 

2010 Wollongong Official Pocket Guide – get in quick!

Are you a financial Tourism Partner? Do you want a solution to getting your product out to 100,000 qualified potential visitors? The Wollongong Official Pocket Guide is your answer.

The new look Wollongong Pocket Guide proved a valuable and successful tool this year so make sure you don’t miss out in the 2010 edition. Get your business on board and in the book! We’ve got a few spaces available so if you haven’t already secured a spot, get in quick!

Confirm your booking NOW by contacting Vera Cvetkoski.
 

Small Business Workshop

In conjunction with Industry and Investment NSW, South Coast Regional Tourism Organisation hosted a Small Business workshop on Tuesday September 8, 2009 at Medina Executive Apartments.

Designed to assist small businesses with tools to communicate to their customers, the workshop was very informative and the interactive delivery made it a valuable day for all involved.

We will be looking at hosting similar workshops in the future so keep an eye out for more information on upcoming events.
 

It’s that time of year again… MS Sydney to Gong Bike Ride

It’s an institution in its own right! Now in its 28th year it’s time to climb aboard that bike and register for the 2009 MS Sydney to the Gong Bike Ride. This fantastic one day cycling event along Grand Pacific Drive will be held on Sunday November 1, and you can register online at www.gongride.org.au. There are two course lengths, 56 or 90 kms and you can register as a team or an individual. Everything you need to know about getting on board can be found on the website.

What's on in the Gong'..

What: October School Holiday Activities
When: Monday 5 - Friday 16 October, 2009
Where: Various venues
Contact: http://www.tourismwollongong.com.au/whats-on/default.aspx

What: Seniors Baseball Tournament
When: Saturday 3 – Monday 5 October, 2009
Where: Fred Finch Park, Hooka Creek Road, Berkeley
Contact: http://www.sportslive.com.au

What: Saturday Race Day at Kembla Grange Racecourse
When: Saturday 10 October, 2009
Where: Kembla Grange Racecourse Princess Highway, Kembla Grange
Contact: 02 4261 7211 or http://www.kemblagrangeracing.com.au

What: Sydney 2009 World Masters Games – Illawarra Archers Club
When: Sunday 11 – Saturday 17 October, 2009
Where: Mt Keira Road, Keiraville
Contact: http://www.geocities.com/illawarraarchers

What: Oktoberfest 2009
When: Friday 16 - Sunday 18 October, 2009
Where: German Club, 636A Northcliffe Drive, Kembla Grange
Contact: 4271 5011 or http://www.germanclub.net.au/

What: AHM Wollongong Hawks vs Townsville Crocodiles
When: Saturday 24 October, 2009
Where: Wollongong Entertainment Centre Cnr Crown and Harbour Street's, Wollongong
Contact: 02 4220 2800 or http://www.wec.org.au

What: AHM Wollongong Hawks vs Cairns Taipans
When: Wednesday 28 October, 2009
Where: Wollongong Entertainment Centre Cnr Crown and Harbour Street's, Wollongong
Contact: 02 4220 2800 or http://www.wec.org.au

NOTE – PLAY DAY Festival in Wollongong has been postponed. Arrangements are being made to reschedule IMB PLAY DAY in 2010 and details will be announced at the appropriate time. Further information is available from www.playdayfest.com.