Hashtag
Men's Weekly

Promising signs for Kimberley tourism



The McGowan Labor Government is getting on with the job of bringing more Western Australian, interstate and overseas visitors to Broome, to provide a boost to the local economy and create jobs.

 

There has been strong interest in the discounted airfares on flights between Perth and Broome, an initiative designed to encourage more people to experience Broome and the Kimberley region.

 

Since the deal was announced in May, there have been approximately 2,000 bookings for discounted flights to Broome, which will commence in August.

The special weekend fares will be available at $199 one-way during high season (between August 17, 2018 and October 16, 2018, and June 21, 2019 to August 17, 2019), and $179 during low season (October 17, 2018 to June 20, 2019).

 

The State Government is working with local operators in Broome to ensure that those who take advantage of the discounted flights can receive discount offers, to create more affordable holidays.

 

A lot of work is going into boosting the cruise industry in Broome, as demonstrated by the State Government's $7 million investment to dredge Broome Port to allow all tide access for cruise ships from 2019. Kimberley Ports Authority (KPA) has released a request for proposals for the dredging work which, depending on the contractor selection process and dredge availability, should take place before the end of 2018.

 

The KPA has also entered into a contract and is completing the final detail design for a new above deck gangway which will provide improved and more efficient wharf access for passengers disembarking from large cruise ships.

 

The KPA Chair and CEO, accompanied by representatives from Tourism WA, recently visited cruise lines in Sydney to encourage them to visit Broome and open up direct lines of communication with cruise companies.

 

There are 19 cruises scheduled to visit Broome this year, up from the 17 that visited last year. In 2019, 26 cruise ships are expected to visit Broome. 

 

Comments attributed to Premier Mark McGowan:

 

"As a government, we've been working hard to bring more tourists to Broome and the Kimberley, to support the local economy and create jobs for locals.

 

"There are some positive signs, most notably the strong take-up of the offer of discounted flights between Perth and Broome.

 

"It's great to see local tourism operators taking advantage of the offer.

 

"Perth newspapers have been advertising discounts on a variety of accommodation from glamping through to luxury stays, discounted tours to explore the amazing landscape around Broome, the hop-on, hop-off bus makes getting around more affordable, and advertisements for discounts on fishing adventures, pearl farm tours and astronomy adventures all add value to visitors' experiences.

 

"We expect to see more discounting and special offers for visitors in the coming weeks and months." 

Local News

ANDPAD Launches Vietnamese Language Support for its Cloud-Based Construction Project Management Service

Expanding Multilingual Support for Global Users TOKYO, JAPAN - Media OutReach Newswire - 26 June 2025 - ANDPAD Inc. (Head Office: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; CEO: Takeo Inada; hereinafter ANDPAD), which opera...

Hashtag.net.au - avatar Hashtag.net.au

Changhong Unveils Smart Living Innovations at 2025 Jakarta Expo, Bringing AI-Driven Appliances to Indonesian Homes

Exclusive Shopee partnership brings cutting-edge smart living technology to Indonesian consumers JAKARTA, INDONESIA - Media OutReach Newswire - 24 June 2025 - Changhong, a global leader in smart hom...

Hashtag.net.au - avatar Hashtag.net.au

Malaysia Launches Full-Scale Startup ASEAN Platform To Drive Regional Growth

PUTRAJAYA, MALAYSIA - Media OutReach Newswire - 26 June 2025 - Malaysia today launched the Startup ASEAN platform, marking the full-scale rollout of a bold, unified digital gateway to connect and empo...

Hashtag.net.au - avatar Hashtag.net.au

Hong Kong Civil Claim Centre Launches Free Work Injury Compensation Calculator

HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 26 June 2025 - The Hong Kong Civil Claim Centre (hkcivilclaim.com) has officially launched a brand-new online feature: the Work Injury Compensation Calculat...

Hashtag.net.au - avatar Hashtag.net.au

Deleted

This Press release has been killed

Hashtag.net.au - avatar Hashtag.net.au

SiegFund Transforms into SiegPath: A Strategic Rebrand Paving the Way for the Future of Professional Trading

HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 24 June 2025 - SiegFund, a fintech–driven proprietary trading platform, has officially completed its brand upgrade and will now operate as SiegPath, serving...

Hashtag.net.au - avatar Hashtag.net.au

Health & Wellness

Telehealth Could be the Catalyst for Better Heart Health in Australia

Hashtag.net.au - avatar Hashtag.net.au

Image by stockking on Freepik Heart disease is one of the leading causes of death in Australia despite decades of advancements in medicine and health education campaigns. More than 400 Australians ...

Disability Care in Melbourne: What Families Need to Know in 2025

Hashtag.net.au - avatar Hashtag.net.au

If you’re supporting a loved one with a disability in Melbourne, you’ll know how important it is to find the right care—and how overwhelming it can be to navigate the system. With the National Disab...

Online Medical Certificate Services: Essential Features to Look Out For

Hashtag.net.au - avatar Hashtag.net.au

"Discover top online medical certificate services! Essential features to look for to get trusted and efficient results." Choosing high-quality services is essential for ensuring reliable, efficient, ...