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    Grampians Wimmera Mallee Tourism launch at Pomonal. Front, chief executive Marc Sleeman, back from left, Georgia Bennett, Serena Eldridge, Vanessa Briody, Tessa Llewellyn, Laura Daniel, chair David Jochinke and ian Gumela.

‘Build for the Future’ forum to advance tourism industry

30 September 2026

Grampians Wimmera Mallee Tourism will host an industry forum ‘Build for the Future’ at Ararat on Thursday, October 8.

As one of four industry forums hosted by GWMT throughout the year, the forum brings industry partners together to explore practical ways to strengthen business capability, build resilience and prepare for the opportunities ahead.

The forum, from 10am to 5pm, will be at Alexandra Oval, with a strong line-up of contributors speaking across the day.

The forum will explore smarter business, stronger investment and greater resilience, with sessions designed to provide practical insights for people to take back to their business.



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There will be opportunities throughout the day to ask questions, hear directly from industry experts and connect with fellow tourism operators from across the region.

Speakers include Despina Karatzias from the Institute of Excellence, exploring AI and digital transformation; Malcolm Rowe from Rural Financial Counselling Service; Nick Byrne from the Department of Jobs, Skills, Industry and Regions; David Hoskings, from Grampians Insurance Brokers; and Gerard Ballantyne from Stawell’s new LOAM Hotel.

Tickets and more information is available at eventbrite.com.au/e/gwm-tourism-build-for-the-future-industry-forum-tickets-1999338850322.

 

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