Cr Danita Potter - Tourism Portfolio Report - 16 May 2018

Update:

• South Burnett Unpacked 3 had good support from local operators and event organisers.  The operators delivered informative and engaging presentations facilitating a collaborative approach to promotion of the South Burnett.
• rEvents Academy module delivery continues with valuable sharing of information, case studies, templates and networking across the participating regional events.
• Expo 88 30th anniversary exhibit hosted at the Kingaroy Heritage Museum launched 1 May with good visitation experienced.  The exhibit runs until 30 October so be sure to pop in say g’day to the museum volunteers and enjoy the nostalgia of Expo 88.
• The Kingaroy Heritage Museum air conditioning unit upgrade is currently being installed and with the help of the volunteers.  Thank you to Council’s Property Branch for working in a way for the museum to stay open during the process. 
• Thank you to Kim and Laraine from the Murgon Visitor Information Centre for their time spent promoting the region at the Nambour Caravan and Camping Show in late April. Although a wet weekend the ladies engaged with many potential visitors with feedback being there was a lot of interest in the events the South Burnett has on offer.
• The Brisbane Valley Rail Trail has been the location for two (2) events in early May.  The Bicycle Queensland Ride for bike week and the annual R & R Rail Trail Experience run by G’onya Adventures were both well attended with Blackbutt abuzz with activity.