ECOTOURISM AUSTRALIA'S COVID-19 RECOVERY POSITION STATEMENT
Ecotourism Australia believes our industry can re-emerge from the COVID-19 crisis as a stronger, more resilient and more sustainable sector that is better positioned for the future. Our key considerations, role and commitment are articulated through our COVID-19 Recovery Position Statement and it is hoped that this would be a tool for decision-makers, destination planners, tourism businesses and tourism organisations to incorporate into their own recovery strategies.
DESTINATIONS: BUILD BACK BETTER
Build back better with Ecotourism Australia's ECO Destination Program.
Tourism will come back, and when it does, people will have a desire to travel from their homes more than ever — but will your destination be ready? This 'time out' from tourism offers regions a chance to reassess and ensure that they continue down the road that is best for their community in the long-term.
MAKING THE MOST OF YOUR DOWNTIME
Research shows that goal setting, remembering your mission and being intentional with your time helps you to move forward in times of crisis. Whilst there are many things in the current situation that are outside of our control, we can control how we respond. As you have more time to sit and reflect, here are some ideas to help keep you motivated, proactive and positive.
COVID-19 INFORMATION FOR INDUSTRY
NATIONAL
- Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry
- Australian Government
- Australian Government Department of Education, Skills and Employment | Jobs Hub
- Australian Government Department of Health
- Coronavirus (COVID-19) current situation and case numbers
- Coronavirus information for employers
- Signs to download for businesses
- Australian Government - Department of Home Affairs | COVID-19 and the Border (including information for visa holders)
- Australian Taxation Office | COVID-19 information
- Australian Tourism Export Council (ATEC)
- Business Australia
- Fair Work Ombudsman | Coronavirus and Australian workplace laws
- National Debt Hotline | Free financial counselling
- Tourism Australia
STATE/TERRITORY SPECIFIC
ACT
NSW
- NSW Government | Business information:
- Businesses and employers
- Business helplines and other support
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus) - This guide is to help you stay safe at work during the COVID-19 pandemic
- COVID-19 and mental health at work
- NSW Government | Health information:
- NSW Government | Travel advice:
NT
- NT Government
- The Territory's Roadmap to our New Normal
- Northern Territory Government Newsroom
- Business information and support
- Tourism NT
QLD
- Business Queensland | Business information
- QLD Government
- Industry and business support/information—COVID-19
- Roadmap to easing restrictions
- Health information
- Queensland Economic Recovery Strategy: Unite and Recover for Queensland Jobs
- QLD COVID-19 Jobs Support Loans
- Framework for COVID SAFE Businesses
- Home Confinement, Movement and Gathering Direction
- Advice for travellers
- Worksafe | COVID-19
- Tourism and Events QLD | Project Thrive
SA
- SA Government
- Recovery from COVID-19
- Business information and support
- Support for businesses, jobs & the community impacted by Covid-19
- South Australian Tourism Commission (SATC) | COVID-19
- Business SA
TAS
- TAS Government
- Business Tasmania
VIC
- Business Victoria
- Tourism industry guidelines for Coronavirus
- Tourism and accommodation services sector guidance
- Hospitality- food and beverage services sector guidance
- Business support package
- Small businesses
- Business grants and support
- Financial support for businesses and workers
- Coronavirus (COVID‑19) information for your business
- Visit Victoria | COVID-19 News
- Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry
- Mental Health Essentials Webinar: Supporting positive mental health in the workplace during COVID-19
- Resources for businesses
- Victoria Tourism Industry Council | Industry Support Hub
WA
- WA Government
- General information
- Dealing with coronavirus
- Covid 19 Business Support
- Small Business Lockdown Assistance Grants WA
- Business and industry advice
- COVID-19: Support for business
- Small business stimulus/relief package
- Tourism Western Australia
INTERNATIONAL
- World Health Organisation (WHO)
- World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO)
MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT
- Australian Government - Head to Health | COVID-19 Support
- Beyond Blue | Get immediate support
- Heads Up | Looking after your mental health – for small business owners
- National Mental Health Commission | #InThisTogether - practical tips
- Australian Government | National Health Plan
HELPFUL WEBINARS
- Fastrack (8 April 2020) | How to be Open When You're Closed - view recording
- Australian Regional Tourism (26 March 2020) | What Tourism Businesses Can Do Right Now to Navigate the COVID-19 Crisis - view recording
- Fastrack (26 March 2020) | Fighting Against COVID19 - Banding Together, Tips, Ideas & Strategies - view recording
- Australian Regional Tourism (19 March 2020) | COVID-19: The impacts on Tourism - view recording
- Tourism Australia | Industry Coronavirus Webinar Series
TRAINING AND UPSKILLING OPPORTUNITIES FOR BUSINESSES
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Marketing
- Tourism Tribe | Upskill During Lockdown (12 week intensive course)
- Tourism Marketing Agency | Coronavirus Marketing Battle Plan
- Our Planet Travel | Do-it-yourself Marketing activities for Small Businesses
-
Business Development
- Tourism Accelerator | Tourism Bootcamp
- ATEC | Road to Recovery - Tourism Tutorial Series
- Innovation Inspiration
- Tourism E School | Innovation ideas for tourism businesses
-
Tourism
- Griffith University | Tourism - Ready for Recovery course
- UNWTO | Courses, webinars and resources
TRAINING AND UPSKILLING OPPORTUNITIES FOR DESTINATIONS
- Ecotourism Australia | Build Back Better with Ecotourism Australia's ECO Destination Program
- Tourism E School | COVID-19 Immediate Response Action Plan for Destinations
INDUSTRY SURVEYS AND SNAPSHOTS
- Adventure Travel Trade Association | Adventure Travel Business Impact Monitor Survey, March 2020 Snapshot
- Australian Government | COVID-19 Recovery Statistics & Information
THOUGHT PROVOKING ARTICLES AND RESOURCES
- Resilient Destinations | News, stories and resources for a sustainable tourism response to the COVID-19 emergency
- The Conversation | How changes brought on by coronavirus could help tackle climate change
- Adventure Travel News | 3 Tips to Emerge Stronger
- Earth Changers | International Day of Happiness: Happy Travel