At the Corowa Howlong Mulwala Tourism Annual General Meeting on Monday 14th July, a new partnership structure was approved and executive committee appointed.

Corowa Howlong Mulwala Tourism membership prospectus is currently being distributed to businesses in our region. "Membership fees are significantly important to the future viability of tourism and assists in enabling future growth of this important industry" said Mr Peter Hansen.

Based on statistics, 16% of Corowa Shire businesses during 07-08 financial year were tourism members. Statistics show that there is approximately 600 businesses in Corowa Shire not including home based businesses. 85% of businesses in this region are home based businesses. Therefore, 600 businesses represents 15% of the total estimated businesses in Corowa Shire.

Tourism in NSW is the largest industry and 2nd largest industry in Corowa Shire. Become a Corowa Howlong Mulwala Tourism Partner and help grow your business and our region!

Membership prospectus information can be downloaded below or collected from the Corowa Visitor Information Centre.

A newly elected executive committee was appointed for the 2008-2009 financial year as follows:

"Significant positive tourism activity and planning has occurred over the last 12 months, specifically with the following items:

• The launch of the on-line real time tourism business solutions software "Bookeasy" which is interfaced with the Corowa Shire website www.visitcorowashire.com.au  Accommodation, tours and event tickets can now be booked and paid on line or with assistance from staff at the Corowa Visitor Information Centre and Howlong Community Resource Centre.
  
• The opening of the Howlong Community Resource Centre.
  
• Participation in co-operative marketing opportunities and consumer travel shows.
  
• Industry networking events. "said Mr Peter Hansen.

"Working together is one sure way, we ALL benefit! Whether you’re the hairdresser, butcher or accountant, the flow on effect of the tourism dollar does affect businesses at all levels, said Rachel Robinson-Minogue, Corowa Visitor Information Centre Manager. Corowa Howlong Mulwala Tourism is committed to the future of tourism in our region and believes that the tourism industry will continue to be an important economic contribution to the Shire’s and regions future growth and development.