World Environment Day Event
Date: Tuesday 9 June 2026
Time: 11:30am arrivals, 12:00 – 2:30pm with networking to follow
Location: Elysium Noosa Resort, 16 Hastings Street, Noosa Heads
Inclusions: Entrée, main meal and drinks
From Commitment to Practice – moving towards a regenerative future
Join us in beautiful Noosa for QTIC’s premier World Environment Day Lunch, proudly supported by our Destination Event Partner, Noosa Council.
Set in one of Queensland’s most naturally stunning regions, this year’s theme, From Commitment to Practice – moving towards a regenerative future, brings sustainability into sharp focus for our industry.
World Environment Day is a call for industry to come together to spark ideas and turn intention into action. Whether you’re a tourism operator, sustainability leader or regional changemaker, this is your opportunity to help shape a more resilient, regenerative future for Queensland tourism.
Alongside the World Environment Day Lunch, you’re invited to enjoy one of the complimentary delegate experiences below. Spots are limited and available on a first in basis.
Your ticket to Noosa's best
With exclusive accommodation offers and complimentary touring available, now is the time to extend your stay and experience everything Noosa has to offer.
Accommodation deals
Elysium Noosa Resort
World Environment Day guests can enjoy a 10% discount off best available rates at Elysium Noosa Resort, by contacting the Elysium Reservations Team on [email protected] or 07 5449 4888 using the discount code QTIC to access the discount.
Bella Casa Noosa
Bella Casa Noosa are offering 15% off 2 night stays from 8-10 June in 2 Bedroom Superior Apartments. Carparking and WIFI included. bookings for Cowries and Jasmine House villas between 9 April – 9 May. Book directly with Bella Casa Noosa and use the promo code QTIC.
Ingenia Holidays Noosa
Ingenia Holidays Noosa are offering guests 20% off their Best Flexible Rate. Book directly with Ingenia Holidays Noosa and use the promo code QTICNOOSA.
RACV Noosa Resort
RACV Noosa Resort are providing guests with a Noosa Coastal Retreat from $699. This package includes:
- 2 nights accommodation in a Suite
- Daily breakfast
- $50 dining credit per day (capped at 7 nights)
- Welcome drink on arrival (adults only)
- Unlimited in-room movies
- 20% off at One Spa
- Stay in May or June 2026 in a Three Bedroom Sanctuary Apartment or Precinct Villa and receive a bonus $100 dining credit per stay
Book directly with RACV Noosa Resort.
Complimentary experiences
Stillwater river tour with guided talk
DATE: Tuesday 9 June at 8 am (90mins)
DEPARTING: Elysium Noosa Resort
Book this complimentary experience after purchasing your World Environment Day event ticket
Enjoy a seamless, near-silent journey through Noosa’s waterways aboard Noosa Ferry & Cruise Co‘s HV Stillwater, a hybrid-powered, fully accessible catamaran, accompanied by insights from local eco-tourism and river specialist Richard Howard from Tide + Place.
Experience sponsored by Container Exchange.
Guided walk to Hells Gate
DATE: Tuesday 9 June at 8 am (90mins)
DEPARTING: Elysium Noosa Resort
Book this complimentary experience after purchasing your World Environment Day event ticket
Experience Noosa National Park on foot with a guided walk from Elysium to Hell’s Gate. Take in sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean along the way, while your Kabi Kabi guide shares insights into the area’s ecology, native wildlife and cultural significance.
Meet the speakers

Hon Andrew Powell
Minister for the Environment and Tourism and Minister for Science and Innovation

Mayor Frank Wilkie
Mayor of Noosa Shire Council

Ben Klaassen
Deputy Director-General of Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service and Partnerships

Andrew Picone
National Advocacy Coordinator for The Pew Charitable Trusts

Darren McClenaghan
Resort Manager at RACV Noosa Resort

Stewart Moore
Chief Executive Officer of EarthCheck

Kim Rawlings
Director Environment and Strategy at Noosa Shire Council

Sharon Raguse
Chief Executive Officer of Tourism Noosa and Deputy Chair of Ecotourism Australia

Natassia Wheeler
Chief Executive Officer of the Queensland Tourism Industry Council
Major Partners
Destination Partner
Event Sponsors
Ticketing Partner