Thursday 24th July, we held the inaugural cross-regional, Hunter tourism industry event. Bringing regional tourism organisations and operators from across the region to connect, collaborate and celebrate our shared commitment to growing the visitor economy.

On the night we heard from two of the nation’s most respected tourism leaders, Phillipa Harrison, Managing Director, Tourism Australia, and Stephen Mahoney, General Manager, Policy Product and Engagement, Destination NSW.

We look forward to the next edition of the event in Port Stephens, 2026. Thank you to everyone who attended, and the support of the event sponsors at Newcastle Airport, University of Newcastle, Committee for the Hunter, and TAFE NSW. And a special thanks to our event partners, Brokenwood Wines, Fordtronics AV, and Mercure Hunter Valley Gardens.

All photos credit of MJK Creative.