September 29, 2021

Gunnedah Shire Council is planning for future tourism opportunities and calling for community participation in the creation of a new Destination Management Plan (DMP).

Council has commissioned consultants Jenny Rand & Associates to prepare the Gunnedah Shire Destination Management Plan 2022-26.

The plan will provide a focused list of strategies to develop the Gunnedah destination and identify opportunities to boost tourism and maximise visitor spend locally.

Residents and visitors who would like to help shape this new framework for tourism can now fill in a survey – and go into the draw to win a $50 Gunny Money Gift Card.

Council Manager of Customer and Community Relations Charlotte Hoddle said the new DMP would be an important tool for Council to set out actions to build and manage Gunnedah’s tourism industry.

“This new plan will help guide future tourism initiatives in the Gunnedah Shire and ensure a direction consistent with regional and State priorities,” Ms Hoddle said.

“As well as evaluating our current tourism assets, residents are encouraged to share some of the big ideas they have seen on their own travels that could be implemented in the Gunnedah Shire.

“The DMP will also be an integral tool for tourism operators and community groups when applying for grant opportunities. Following the online survey we will have more targeted consultation with tourism operators and community organisations.

“Having these groups involved in the renewal of the DMP will ensure the consultants are well-informed to deliver a plan with vision and a practical plan of action.

“The survey will take approximately 5 minutes to complete, so it’s easy to have your say and make sure it is heard.”

To participate in the resident and visitors survey, visit: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/GWCCB6D

Copies are also available at the Gunnedah Visitor Information Centre, Council’s Elgin Street Administration Building and the Gunnedah Shire Library.

Responses close at 5pm on Friday, October 29.

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Media and communications team contact: (02) 6740 2100.