Tourism Western Australia produces a wide range of publications, policies, strategies and guides to assist the tourism industry develop their knowledge, skills and businesses. For a comprehensive listing refer to Tourism Western Australia's publications.
A small number of tools and resources have been listed to provide a better understanding of the industry. If you have any suggestions regarding useful resources currently not available then Tourism Western Australia would like to hear from you. Please email quickstart@westernaustralia.com.
Structure of the Tourism Industry
Tourism Western Australia produces a short document to help businesses understand the tourism industry, its structure and the operations of Tourism Western Australia.
Understanding the Tourism Industry (163KB)
Tourism Acronyms
A useful resource to decipher the numerous acronyms used throughout the tourism industry.
Tourism Acronyms (33KB)
Yield Management
Yield Management for Accommodation, Attraction and Tour Operators. Tourism Tasmania produced a useful tool to help small and medium sized businesses evaluate and manage yield which is a key financial consideration when operating a tourism business.
Sustainable Tourism Cooperative Research Centre (STCRC)
STCRC's mission is to develop and manage intellectual property to deliver innovation to business, community and government enhancing the environmental, economic and social sustainability of tourism.
One way STCRC distribute their research to industry is through business tools, kits, manuals and expert systems. Some of the many tools they have available include;
- Motel Makeover Guide - Renovating 3-4 Star Motels;
- Farm & Country Tourism on your Property - Assessment Tool;
- Best Practice Model for Low Impact Nature-Based Sustainable Tourism Facilities; and
- Benchmarking Caravan and Tourist Park Operations.
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