Thursday, October 2, 2025

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Mackay and Whitsunday Life

Tourism Whitsundays Announce New Board

Tourism Whitsundays have announced their 2025/2026 board of directors, with the new line-up being confirmed at the Annual General Meeting (AGM) held last Thursday at NRMA Airlie Beach Holiday Park.

Tourism Whitsundays has welcomed two new directors to its Board, with Liza Muller and Katelyn Aslett joining a team that reflects the region’s diverse tourism landscape.

Meanwhile, returning directors Nathan Fleming and Phil Browne will continue their roles, ensuring consistency and providing an  experienced understanding as Tourism Whitsundays builds on recent achievements.

Tourism Whitsundays is guided by an Executive Board made up of local tourism leaders and key partners. The Board includes people from island resorts, accommodation, marine and youth tourism, transport, as well as representatives from Whitsunday Regional Council and Bowen Tourism & Business. Together, they provide direction and support to make sure our region’s tourism industry keeps growing strong.

Tourism Whitsundays extended its gratitude to outgoing directors Nicole Graham, Sue Watson and Carly Povey, recognising their valuable contributions and the expertise they shared over the past year.

Chair of Tourism Whitsunday Julie Telford thanked the outgoing Board Members for the commitment and passion they showed in supporting local tourism over the past year.

“We are also pleased to welcome our incoming directors, whose fresh perspectives and wealth of experience will further strengthen our Board,” she added.

“Together, we will continue to advance the Whitsundays as one of Queensland’s premier holiday destinations.”

CEO of Tourism Whitsundays Tim Booth said the AGM is always a chance to thank outgoing board members for their contribution, welcome new nominees and reflect on what’s been achieved

“This year we’ve seen record-breaking visitor spend internationally underlining The Whitsundays position as one of Queensland’s leading destinations,” he said.

“Looking ahead, we’re focused on working with our members and partners to build on this success and drive even stronger results for the region.”

The Tourism Whitsundays Board 2025/2026
Katelyn Aslett, Liza Muller, Secretary Elizabeth Hackett, Mayor Ry Collins, CEO Tim Booth, Chair Julie Telford, Tate Fleming, and Phil Browne
(absent Deputy Chair Tom Young, Daniel Gschwind, Jenn Honnery)

Photo credit: Daniel Heggie

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