Tourism in Action: A word from Natassia Wheeler, May 2025

As we approach a new financial year, we’re proud to share our FY26 QTIC Membership Prospectus, with more value, more tailored membership tiers and enhanced benefits designed to meet our industry’s diverse needs.

For our Champion Level members, we’ve introduced new, exclusive benefits that recognise the strategic leadership this group provides. Champion members are not new, but their role has never been more vital. As the driving force behind Queensland’s tourism and events future, we invite you to step up with us, partnering in high-level advocacy, influence, and impact.

We also understand that some operators continue to face hardship. If your situation has changed and you need to talk through your membership options, please reach out directly to our Memberships Manager, Jodie. We are here to work with you. We simply cannot do what we do without the strength of our membership and the unity of Queensland’s tourism and events sector.

New this year, QTIC members will enjoy exclusive access to a special industry event at Queensland Parliament House in August – a unique opportunity to elevate our collective voice.

Looking ahead:

  • The Queensland Government Destination 2045 launches this Monday, with Minister Andrew Powell, and senior industry leaders joining us to set the long-term vision for tourism in Queensland.
  • World Environment Day will be marked next week in the Whitsundays, highlighting the importance of sustainability and nature-based leadership across the sector.
  • The Queensland First Nations Tourism Plan is now on the road, with recent sessions in Mount Isa and more engagements across the state. Delivered by QTIC on behalf of the Queensland Government and the NIAA, this is a critical opportunity to listen, collaborate and act.
  • We’ve officially launched our QTIC NAIDOC Corporate Breakfast for 9 July. This event continues to grow each year and is a powerful celebration of culture, leadership and connection. I encourage you to secure your place early.

Thank you for being on this journey with us. Your support means a lot, and together, we’re working toward a tourism industry that’s thriving, inclusive and built to last. Now more than ever, that shared goal matters.

Kind regards,

Tash Wheeler
QTIC CEO