Dear Members and Friends
It’s been another blockbuster month, with Devonport shining at the National Tourism Awards. We’re thrilled to see our City crowned as Australia’s Top Tourism Town (population over 5,000) at the National Tourism Awards. This accolade underscores the incredible allure of our region. Stanley also shone with a silver medal for Australia’s Tiny Top Tourism Town (population over 1,500) marking a double celebration for Tasmania.
In terms of DCCI highlights over the past month, we had an excellent breakfast with TT Line Executive Director and CEO, Bernard Dwyer where we were buoyed with enthusiasm for the new Spirits. Despite delays, these vessels are set to impress promising increased capacity, pet-friendly features and a celebration of Tasmanian heritage.
We’re also pleased to announce Council’s unanimous support for our new three-year partnership agreement, aligned with our Strategic Plan. This funding is crucial for our work, and we value of ongoing collaboration with Council.
Are you ready to dive into the future-focused vision for doing business in Devonport? Don’t miss our Annual Dinner, 3 October at paranaple Convention Centre for an inspiring evening that’s anything but ordinary with Futurist and change agent, Katy Cooper. Secure your seat now! – Annual Dinner, 3 October with Katy Cooper We look forward to celebrating our business communities achievements with you all on this special night.
Hospitality operators don’t forget to express interest in our new initiative in partnership with a range of community groups, Taste the World in Devonport, a multi-cultural cuisine festival bringing an international taste to our City. The weekend will commence with a special event, Spice Lane, highlighting a range of vendors. Find out more and express your interest here – Media Release and EOI link
Lastly, please take the time to fill out our short quarterly Business Pulse Check survey – a new initiative introduced to help us improve our services and understand how we can better support our members and advocate on your behalf.
DCCI is a member organisation and our Board, consisting of volunteer Executive Members who are all valuable business contributors in their own right. Thank you for your continued support, and I look forward to seeing you at our upcoming Annual General Meeting and Annual Dinner.
Best Regards,
Claire Connelly
President, DCCI
Recruitment and retention – 26 September
REGISTER NOW – Annual Dinner, 3 October with Katy Cooper
