Join us in beautiful Armidale NSW for the Visitor Economy Summit on Wednesday 8 May 2024

Event Overview

  • This year’s Visitor Economy Summit, hosted by Destination Country and Outback NSW, will focus on ‘The Power of Storytelling’ and be held at the impressive Aboriginal Cultural Centre & Keeping Place in Armidale on Wednesday 8 May from 9am-3.30pm. Tickets cost $110pp plus GST.

  • Destination Country and Outback NSW is full of remarkable stories ready to be told in more memorable ways. 

  • The Summit is aptly timed to support the NSW’s Government’s announcement of a new structure which will focus on experience tourism and creative industries to bring about economic, social, and cultural benefits to communities across the state.

  • The one day event will feature thought leaders, industry experts and tourism colleagues sharing their ideas and tips to help businesses identify and tell their story and grow and prosper into the future. It is a great networking opportunity and a place to meet new industry players in a relaxed, fun and energizing environment. The Summit will explore trends, data and projections via keynote speeches, panel discussions and a workshop. Expect an action-packed and inspiring day MC’d by the skilled and engaging Nigel Collin.

The Venue and Location

  • Location: The Armidale and Region Aboriginal Cultural Centre and Keeping Place.

  • Address: 96-104 Kentucky Road, Armidale. The Armidale and Region Aboriginal Cultural Centre and Keeping Place showcases a diverse range of Australian Indigenous arts and culture with exhibitions, cultural tours, workshops, a well-stocked gift shop and Echidna cafe. www.acckp.com.au

  • Time: 9am-3.30pm.

  • For those staying overnight there will be networking drinks on the Tuesday night at the Welder’s Dog Brewery in Armidale. Details will be sent to attendees.

  • Visit Armidale: The Centre is located in the beautiful city of Armidale, in northern New South Wales. The region is renowned for its friendly communities, rich Aboriginal culture, sporting facilities, entertainment venues and educational excellence. Armidale is a dynamic regional centre with a fast-growing population and is renowned for its collections of art and antiquities, live theatre and music performances.

  • For accommodation and to help you plan your stay in Armidale go to www.visitarmidale.com.au