WHO ARE BACKPACKING QUEENSLAND?

Join Backpacking Queensland and get your share of the $2.4 billion backpacker industry!

Backpacking Queensland is the peak backpacking and independent travel industry body for the state. It was formed to enhance the commercial viability of its members through the provision of marketing support and representation to all levels of government.


Backpacking Queensland Mission:

  • Actively and cooperatively liaise with affiliated national & international bodies and organisations.
  • Market the diversity of Queensland’s attractions.
  • Work towards achieving consistent high and ethical service standards for backpackers and independent travellers in Queensland.

Why join Backpacking Queensland?

  • Backpacking Queensland's website www.backpackingqueensland.com.au is a one-stop shop for travellers and industry alike. All Backpacking Queensland members have their information displayed on the site.
  • More bang for your buck! $25,000 is currently being invested into upgrading and enhancing the site to incorporate a much higher level of interactivity and user-friendliness.
  • Backpacking Queensland has recently introduced an online booking system allowing members to compete in the growing online marketplace and start converting user interest and website hits into sales. 
  • Lobbying government to recognise the significance of the backpacker market and invest and devise policy accordingly. Backpacking Queensland is also involved in active liaison with fire regulatory bodies to ensure the formation of sensible and workable policy.
  • Free member consultation regarding marketing opportunities, industry structure and other relevant industry information.
  • Sydney based representation.
  • Queensland branded marketing collateral.
  • Access to the backpacker trade section of the Backpacking Queensland website.
  • Bi-monthly newsletters and regular industry updates.



More info 

For more information on Backpacking Queensland and how to join please contact:
ANNA JURA
Backpacking Queensland
C/- Gate 7 Pty Ltd
32 Crown St
Woolloomooloo NSW 2011
Ph: 02 9356 2945
Fax: 02 9356 2001
anna@gate7.com.au

 

Media information

Backpacking Queensland issue press releases on developments in the industry and in Queensland. click here

 

Members Only

Here you'll find information important to helping you make the most of your Backpacking Queensland membership. click here 

 


Executive Committee

Backpacking Queensland's Executive Committee:

Chairman (Cairns Rep)
Brett Claxton: Calypso Backpacker Resort, Cairns.

Vice-Chairman (Gold Coast Rep)
Dean Cooper: Nomads Islander Backpackers Resort

Secretary (Sunshine Coast Rep)
Drew Pearson: Halse Lodge Backpackers

Treasurer (Gold Coast Rep)
Joanne Wilkie: Aquarius Backpackers Gold Coast

Click here for a list of Backpacking Queensland Committee members for 2007/2008 and to find your local representatives.



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