In showcasing its dedication to the growth of the Redlands Coast visitor economy, Redland City Council recently brought together leaders and operators from across government and the tourism and events sector at the highly anticipated Redlands Coast Tourism and Events Forum.
Held in Mount Cotton at Sirromet Winery, the event, which was designed to foster collaboration and share insights, delivered a full program of keynote speeches, panels, and workshops.
Redland City Mayor Jos Mitchell said the forum provided attendees with inspiration and strategies to help chart a course through the ever-evolving landscape of tourism and events.
“The forum was an outstanding avenue for collaboration and new ideas,” she said.
“From bush to bay, Redlands Coast has so much to offer visitors and even residents looking for the ultimate ‘staycation’.
“Our annual Tourism and Events Forum pays testament to Council’s commitment to helping local operators align with opportunities that will help both their businesses and our local economy grow.”
Forum highlights included addresses from Demographics Group Director and Co-founder Simon Kuestenmacher, who spoke about demographic and social trends shaping Australia today and into the future; Brisbane Economic Development Agency CEO Anthony Ryan; Tourism and Events Queensland Group Executive Events Richard Clarke; and Queensland Tourism Industry Council Commercial and Partnerships Manager Steve Guise.
Panel discussions explored the important topics of tourism and events recovery following challenges and disasters plus the impacts, benefits, and legacy of the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
Panellists included Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games Organising Committee Director Natalie Cook OAM OLY GAICD; Southern Cross University’s The Hotel School Australia Academic Director Professor Judith Mair; Brisbane Economic and Development Agency General Manager Destination, Marketing and Brand Callum Wood; SeaLink General Manager Ben Renwick and others.
The Mayor said an evening networking event that followed the forum saw many meaningful conversations that helped set the scene for future collaboration.
See photos from the event here: Redlands Coast Tourism & Events Forum 2025 | Flickr
