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Welcome to summer!

It’s hard to believe that Christmas and all its associated celebrations and events is less than four weeks away. This month we celebrate the 2nd anniversary of Grand Pacific Drive and the official opening of Sea Cliff Bridge, on 11 December  2005.

On behalf of the Tourism Wollongong board and all of our staff, I'd like to wish you a healthy and happy festive season. We look forward to an even bigger and busier year for tourism in 2008 and look forward to having you aboard.

See you at the Tourism Wollongong Christmas function on December 18.

Until next month.

Greg Binskin - General Manager

Greg wins Gong!

The general manager, Greg Binskin won the Outstanding Contribution to Regional Tourism by an Individual at the 2007 NSW Tourism Awards, presented at Star City on November 15.

Tourism Wollongong's Chairman, Jim Eddy said "He has spent considerable effort raising Wollongong and Grand Pacific Drive's
profile in important domestic markets and the emerging markets like India and China, he has also been instrumental in helping young people in the tourism industry as part of his regional development work."

Greg’s award recognised his contribution to the NSW tourism industry.

Opening of Grand Mercure Kiama Blue

Friday November 16 was a day of celebration, when NSW Tourism Minister Matt Brown officially opened the new Grand Mercure Kiama Blue.

Offering 87 rooms and the Blue Diamond Brasserie and Cocktail Bar, the Grand Mercure Kiama Blue will contribute significantly to the tourism infrastructure along Grand Pacific Drive.

For more information visit the website.

More exposure for Grand Pacific Drive

News about the delights of Grand Pacific Drive spread yet further afield last month, attending the South Coast Caravan and Camping Show and the Sydney Backpacker and Adventure Expo. Both events generated positive feedback.

Meanwhile, Tourism Wollongong hosted the Corroborrie famil on 25 November in conjunction with Tourism NSW and South Coast Tourism. Fourteen agents from the UK and Ireland were escorted along Grand Pacific Drive whilst also travelling further down the South Coast to experience new international product.

Directors announced

The Tourism Wollongong Annual General Meeting was held on November 20 at the Steelers Club. As a result the following Directors were elected onto the 2007/08 Board.

James Eddy - Jamberoo Action Park
Stuart Barnes - WIN Sports and Entertainment Centre
Vicki Tiegs - Waples Marketing Group
Adam Morgan-Monk - Shortlead Australia
Jay Kelly - Rydges Central City Wollongong
Jane Deegan - Quest Wollongong
Walter Immoos - Novotel Northbeach
Glen Moore - Wollongong Science Centre and Planetarium
John Boss - TAFE NSW - Illawarra Institute
Craig Nealon - Australia's Industry World
Michael Bolt - Five Islands Brewing Company
Matt Davidson - 2T Hotel Services

The team at Tourism Wollongong would like to congratulate the board and looks forward to working with you in 2007/08.

Tourism Wollongong wish you all a Merry Christmas

It’s that time of the year again – time to celebrate the Christmas season and the successes of the past year.

We’re encouraging all members to come along to help us celebrate at Tourism Wollongong’s annual Christmas party on Tuesday 18 December, at The Ivory commencing at 530pm.

Please RSVP to Kate Chapman by Friday 14 December.

What's On...

What: IMB Hawks V Singapore Slingers 2007
When: Wednesday December 5
Where: WIN Entertainment Centre, Cnr Crown and Harbour St, Wollongong
Info: 02 4220 2800 or website

What: Cricket NSW V South Australia
When: Sunday December 9
Where: Thomas Dalton Park (north end) Elliot's Rd, Fairy Meadow
Info: 02 9339 0934 or website 

What: Missy Higgins 'For One night Only" LIVE
When: Sunday December 9
Where: WIN Entertainment Centre, Cnr Crown and Harbour St, Wollongong
Info: 02 4220 2800 or website

What: Wollongong Carols in the City 2007
When: Saturday December 22
Where: WIN Entertainment Centre Cnr Crown and Harbour St, Wollongong
Info: 02 4220 2800 or website 

What: Wollongong New Years fEVEr 2007!
When: Monday, 31 December 2007
Where: Lang Park Marine Drive, Wollongong. Fun activities from 6pm to 10.30pm; fireworks at 9.30pm. (Alcohol free)
HOW: Free Park n Ride from JJ Kelly Park.
Info: 02 4227 7111 or website