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Tourism Industry Council South Australia - TICSA

The SA tourism industry's peak body for advocacy and business development. Our aim is to unlock the full economic potential of tourism in South Australia.

We advocate on behalf of our 1,000+ members and the industry at large to create a unified voice on the issues and opportunities facing the industry. Members have access to networking events, training workshops and business development programs. Members also receive the latest industry news, information and advice, as well as connections to other tourism professionals.

19/06/2026

ICYMI: South Australia’s 2026 Hello SA Top Tourism Town and Top Tour Guide winners have been crowned! 🏆

A huge congratulations to this year’s winners:

🏆 Top Tourism Town: Tanunda, Barossa
🏆 Tiny Tourism Town: Melrose, Flinders Ranges and Outback
🏆 People’s Choice Award: Melrose, Flinders Ranges and Outback
🏆 Top Tour Guide: Scott Nugent, Experience Coffin Bay , Eyre Peninsula

These awards celebrate the towns, communities and people who help make South Australia such an incredible place to visit.

A big thank you to our Major Partner hello SA, and our sponsors Local Government Association of South Australia and the South Australian Visitor Information Servicing Network, for helping us shine a spotlight on regional tourism excellence.

Congratulations again to Tanunda, Melrose and Scott. We can’t wait to cheer you on as you represent South Australia at the Australian Top Tourism Town and Top Tour Guide Awards later this year! 👏

South Australian Tourism Commission

16/06/2026

What a fantastic day.

Nearly 300 people from across South Australia's tourism industry came together today for Day 1 of the 2026 South Australian Tourism Conference.

From big-picture thinking and inspiring stories to practical discussions about the future of tourism, the energy in the room was incredible.

Most importantly, it was fantastic to see so many people united by a shared passion for making South Australia's tourism industry as strong, innovative and welcoming as possible.

We wrapped up the day at Off the Clock at Hotel Alba, celebrating the hello SA Top Tourism Town and Top Tour Guide Awards and connecting with colleagues from across the state.

Thank you to everyone who joined us. We can't wait to do it all again tomorrow.

South Australian Tourism Commission

10/06/2026

⏰ Only one week to go until the 2026 South Australian Tourism Conference.

More than 250 tourism operators, industry leaders and professionals have already secured their place. Have you?

Join us for two days of practical learning, fresh ideas and valuable industry connections, including:

🎤 35+ industry experts, speakers and facilitators
🎯 6 breakout sessions on Day 1
💡 16 practical workshops across 4 streams on Day 2
🤝 20+ trade exhibitors
🍸 Off the Clock networking and celebrations at Hotel Alba

Whether you're looking for new ideas, practical solutions or the opportunity to connect with others across the industry, you can build a Conference experience tailored to your business.

🎟 Don't miss out. Secure your ticket today.

📅 16–17 June 2026
📍 Hilton Adelaide

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09/06/2026

Nominations for the 2026 SA Tourism Awards close tomorrow!

Showcase what makes your tourism operation extraordinary with a tourism awards entry this year ✨

Don't miss out and put in a nomination by 5pm tomorrow 👉 www.satourismawards.com.au

Need a bit of extra time? Give us a call on 8231 3085

South Australian Tourism Commission

08/06/2026

What do tourism operators take away from our South Australian Tourism Conference?

According to last year's delegates:

💡 New ideas they could implement immediately

🤝 Valuable industry connections

🎯 Practical insights from people who understand the realities of tourism business

The 2026 South Australian Tourism Conference is now less than two weeks away, and this year's program gives you more flexibility than ever to tailor the experience to your business.

Choose from:
* 6 breakout sessions on Day 1
* 16 practical workshops across 4 streams on Day 2

Whether you're focused on AI, workforce, customer experience, profitability, resilience or accessibility, you can build a program around the opportunities and challenges that matter most to you.

Plus when the sessions wrap up on day 1, join us at Off the Clock at Hotel Alba for an evening of great food, drinks, networking and the celebration of the hello SA Top Tourism Town and Top Tour Guide Awards.

Secure your place today: https://ticsa.com.au/events/events-calendar/ #!event/2026/6/16/2026-south-australian-tourism-conference

South Australian Tourism Commission

07/06/2026

For regional tourism operators, stepping away from the business isn't always easy.

Taking the time to reflect, learn and connect can be one of the most valuable investments you make.

"For a regional family business, stepping away from the station to learn and connect is a huge commitment, but it's been worth every moment.

These awards inspire us to be better, to believe in what we're building, and to stand proudly beside so many amazing South Australian operators."
– Patrick & Shane Rowe, Almerta Station

There are only a few days left to nominate for Categories 1-26 in the 2026 South Australian Tourism Awards.

If you've been thinking about entering, now is the time. Celebrate your achievements, reflect on your business and take the next step in your journey towards excellence.

Nominations close Wednesday 10 June 👉 www.satourismawards.com.au

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06/06/2026

It might have been wet and wintery in Burra but there was warmth in room for our tourism development afternoon held in partnership with South Australia's Mid North and Yorke Tourism Zone on Tuesday.

Thanks to Emma from for setting the mood and clearing our minds to take in new AI knowledge courtesy of Steve Davis from , before we finished with an Launchpad run through.

05/06/2026

Have you booked your place yet?

The 2026 South Australian Tourism Conference is now less than two weeks away.

Year after year, delegates tell us they leave with new ideas, valuable connections and practical takeaways they can apply immediately.

Hear from CEO Daisy Miller about what makes this year's Conference one not to miss.

Don't wait. Ticket sales close Tuesday 9 June.

🎟️ Secure your place today. https://ticsa.com.au/events/sa-tourism-conference/

South Australian Tourism Commission

03/06/2026

There's only one week left until nominations close for Categories 1 to 26 for the 2026 South Australian Tourism Awards.

Make the most of the opportunity to not only celebrate your achievements through these awards, but take a step back and analyse your business from the inside out📝
A range of comprehensive support is available to nominees, and the TiCSA team will be there to support you throughout the awards process.

Nominate before Wednesday 10 June 👉 www.satourismawards.com.au

South Australian Tourism Commission

31/05/2026

We enjoyed laughs and stories at our Leadership Luncheon this week, as our Chair, Penny Gale, and former CEO, Shaun de Bruyn, hosted a Q&A with TiCSA’s new CEO Daisy Miller.

Our Leadership Luncheon series brings together our industry leader members with tourism and government leaders for frank discussions and sharing of the issues and opportunities relevant to the growth and sustainability of tourism in South Australia.

Thanks to The Playford Adelaide, MGallery Hotel Collection for generously hosting.

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