Our Partners
Destination Gold Coast’s industry partnerships span all levels of tourism authority including, but not limited to:
Tourism Australia is the Australian Government agency responsible for attracting international visitors to Australia, both for leisure and business events. The organisation is active in around 16 key markets and activities include advertising, PR and media programs, trade shows and industry programs, consumer promotions, online communications and consumer research.
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Tourism and Events Queensland (TEQ) is a statutory body of the Queensland Government and the state's lead marketing, destination and experience development and major events agency.
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City of Gold Coast (the City) remains the second largest local government in Australia, based on the Gold Coast's estimated resident population. The City employs more than 3200 staff.
The City provides a range of services, organisations, activities and facilities for residents and visitors to enjoy. This section of the website provides information on the history of the City, the current structure, reports, rates and finances along with important information for current and future City suppliers.
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Study Gold Coast is the peak education and training body for the Gold Coast promoting the Gold Coast as the ideal destination for education on a domestic and international scale.
Study Gold Coast not only markets the Gold Coast as an ideal education and training destination, but is an active advocate for the industry.
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Major Events Gold Coast is responsible for managing a whole-of-city strategic approach to major event acquisition and management, increasing the reputation of the Gold Coast as a major events destination and driving strong tourism and economic impacts for the Gold Coast. The team of event specialists produce and support a vibrant array of festivals, sporting and cultural events that embrace diversity and showcase the Gold Coast as a world class, global events destination.
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Gold Coast Airport at Coolangatta is Australia’s fastest growing airport and is the 5th busiest international airport in Australia. Previously named "Coolangatta Airport" this is an Aboriginal word meaning "Place of Good View".
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In addition, DGC also partners with national and international travel trade, airlines, members and other industry partners to develop and deliver destination marketing activity.
Investment
The Gold Coast is undergoing major transformation driven by extensive investment in infrastructure, much of which is tourism-related. The level of investment is testament to the mounting confidence and continued strong performance of the local tourism economy.
Investment in tourism-related product, experiences and services is a significant growth imperative for the Gold Coast and a key focus of the Destination Tourism Management Plan.
The City of Gold Coast is committed to delivering a business environment to create long term prosperity. For more information on investment, please refer to the City of Gold Coast website.