Tourism and Events Queensland

TEQ’s Board has been on the Sunshine Coast for their October meeting and last night they met with more than 100 industry representatives face-to-face for the latest updates from the coast. 🌴 🌞 It was also great to experience a literal taste of ‘Queensland’s Sunshine Pantry’ earlier yesterday, an incredible agri-tourism initiative. Today the board meets with Visit Sunshine Coast and Sunshine Coast Council, as well as conducting its official meeting. Thanks for having us, #Sunshine #Coast!

Howdy Queensland! 🤠👋 American Airlines launches its non-stop service from Dallas-Fort Worth to Brisbane. The new flight is set to bring thousands of additional tourists to Queensland and a huge boost to the visitor economy. Texas is the second-most populated state of America with around 30 million residents and American Airlines is the biggest #airline in the world by #passengers carried, so this #arrival couldn’t be more exciting for #Brisbane and more broadly #Queensland.  Brisbane Airport Corporation American Airlines Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) Find out more ->https://lnkd.in/gFvycJBh

🌊 You know what they say, a change is as good as a holiday in Queensland so if you're seeking a sea change this Friday afternoon, then this is the post for you. 📣 WE'RE HIRING and we want YOU (maybe) to come and work with us, it's a truly exciting time to be part of TEQ. 👏 People and Leadership Advisor - influence, develop and implement human resource strategies through business partner relationships across a wildly diverse range of projects and activities. 👏 Destination Partnerships Specialist - Interested in the strategic direction for Queensland's destinations? Same. Use your key relationships with industry stakeholders to dazzle. 👏 Website Specialist - coordinate key website components for huge, multi-channel consumer campaigns across the illustrious Queensland.com. ✨ If any of these sound like you or the best person you know, apply now: https://lnkd.in/gnFesEfb

We're delighted to have extended our true blue campaign in two major markets - Australia and the United States of America. 🎈 Here at home in Australia, the focus is on conversion with a strong presence across social, YouTube, search, and Google Demand Gen—driving travellers to Queensland.com. We’ve partnered with Expedia Group and Qantas to boost demand through the summer and shoulder season. 🦘 As for the USA, where Bluey is the number one most watched show, we have six retail partners backing the campaign, running from October 2024 to January 2025. 📺 The campaign has so far generated excellent outcomes for Queensland tourism operators and there's not time like the present to get involved: https://lnkd.in/gNeWUiqy

Applications are now open for the Australian Tourism Exchange (ATE) 2025, which is taking place right here in beautiful Brisbane! 💫 This is your chance to connect with global tourism buyers and showcase Australia’s incredible tourism offerings to the world. 🌏 Don’t miss out - apply before 1 November to be part of this opportunity to grow your business in international markets. 🎆 For more information or to discuss opportunities visit https://lnkd.in/gzPQG_wP or reach out at ATE25BNE@queensland.com.

The Brisbane International is back and the first player line-up has been announced. 🎾 This morning, we gathered with Tennis Queensland and the Brisbane Economic Development Agency at the Queensland State Tennis Centre to celebrate that reigning Australian Open champion and US Open champion Aryna Sabalenka, world No.4 Jessica Pegula and men’s superstars Holger Rune and Frances Tiafoe are the first four players confirmed for the Brisbane International in #2025. 🏆 The Brisbane International takes place from 29 December - 5 January. 📅 Tickets to this unmissable tournament of #tennis are on sale now 🎫: https://lnkd.in/gavWSQVb

👀 First look at Bluey's World! 👀 This event is set to bring hundreds of thousands of fans to Brisbane to not just enjoy what will be an incredible experience but also explore more broadly around Bluey's home state of Queensland. The countdown is on for opening day! Brisbane Economic Development Agency #Bluey #event #openingday #sneakpeek

Queensland tourism is mourning the loss of industry great Sir Frank Moore, who passed away this week, aged 94.   A renowned tourism visionary, Sir Frank was instrumental in establishing the Queensland Tourist and Travel Corporation, now Tourism and Events Queensland. He led the organisation as Chair from 1978 – 1990.   Sir Frank spearheaded the creation of international airports in Townsville and Cairns and was at the forefront of Queensland’s hosting of World Expo 88. He oversaw national industry bodies and the development of the Cooperative Research Centre for Sustainable Tourism.   TEQ Chair Grant Hunt and TEQ CEO Patricia O’Callaghan said the Queensland tourism sector was indebted to Sir Frank.   “Sir Frank was an amazing trailblazer and inspiration for Queensland tourism and through his passion and dedication, laid the foundations for the success the industry now enjoys.   Sir Frank's fingerprints are all over so many of Queensland’s most successful tourism icons and this will be his legacy for generations to come.   Today we honour Sir Frank’s incredible pioneering legacy and extend our heartfelt sympathies to his family and loved ones.”   For his incredible achievements and services to tourism, Sir Frank was knighted in 1983, appointed an Officer of the Order of Australia, and was awarded the Centenary Medal.   RIP Sir Frank, from a grateful industry.

Brisbane is the #1 trending destination for 2025 according to American Express Travel! 👏 🏆 The region has been called out for its excellent museums, vibrant dining and nightlife – and we know there’s so much more to enjoy. #Brisbane #trendingdestination #travel

🎉 We're heading into the weekend excited to be shortlisted by Mumbrella for Advertising Campaign of the Year and PR Idea of the Year for our 'Queensland is Bluey's world, for real life' campaign! Thanks to our creative and media partners RUMBLE Strategic Creative and dentsu QLD. 🤞 We're also crossing fingers for our friends Experience Gold Coast - finalist in the #Award for Bravery and Innovation for their 'Sneeky Mid-Weeky' campaign (part-funded through TEQ) and Brisbane Economic Development Agency - finalist for Breakthrough Destination of the Year for their Brisbane Favours The Bold #campaign. Go #TeamQueensland on November 7 at the awards ceremony!