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Joe Cusmano

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Joe Cusmano

An experinced airline and travel industry professional, Joe has over 25 years international airline sales experience of which 18 have been in senior positions in Australia, North Africa and Europe, Middle East and Thailand.

Committed to sharing news and personal experiences, he explains that, post-COVID, "once I resume travelling with people that like me are nomads by nature and love to travel, (I will) provide you with as much advice and tips to make your travel experience a memorable one."

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International Tourism Growth returns to 60% of pre-pandemic Levels

Newly released statistics from the UNWTO World Tourism Barometer has shown that international arrivals climbed by 172% during the first seven months of 2022 compared to the same seven-month…

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Oct 2, 2022 Joe Cusmano Safety / Tourism /

 
 

Thailand introduces new international tourist arrival tax

The Government of Thailand is introducing a new tourist tax of 300 THB (US$10) for all overseas visitors starting in April. The tax was announced last week and will take effect after being…

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Jan 25, 2022 Joe Cusmano Finance / Government / Safety / Tourism /

 
 

Looking to boost international travel Australian Government changes testing rules for overseas arrivals

The Australian Government has announced an easing of measure for overseas travellers to enter the country, removing the requirement for arrivals to show the results of a negative PCR test.…

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Jan 25, 2022 Joe Cusmano Government / Safety / Tourism /

 
 

A fifth of the world’s destinations remain off limits to tourism

One in every five destinations’ borders remains entirely closed as the new COVID-19 Omicron variant outbreak wreaks havoc on the resumption of international tourism. According to the…

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Jan 12, 2022 Joe Cusmano Government / Safety / Tourism /

 
 

Lack of consistency holding back Australians’ travel plans

Uncertainty over lockdowns, testing requirements and border closures is restricting the travel plans of Australians. A pre-Christmas poll by the Tourism and Transport Forum (TTF) indicated…

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Jan 10, 2022 Joe Cusmano Government / Safety / Tourism /

 
 

Qantas announces massive loss as Coronavirus continues to impact operations

Qantas, Australia’s largest airline is expected to announce quarterly losses of more than $1.1 billion are expected, although it says it has made progress in decreasing its debt. The…

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Dec 20, 2021 Joe Cusmano Finance / Tourism /

 
 

Potential spread of Omicron variant of global concern

As the World Health Organization (WHO) warns that the global risk from the Omicron variant of the Coronavirus is “extremely high” and could result in future surges with…

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Dec 7, 2021 Joe Cusmano Safety / Tourism / Wellness /

 
 
 
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Tatsuo Ogura

World Aquatics Correspondent

Tatsuo Ogura is an experienced communications designer with a demonstrated history of working in the sport industry.

Skilled in Japanese<>English, sports management, branding, public and media relations, he led the international communications and sports communications team at Tokyo 2020 OCOG.

Hel holds a Master of Arts (M.A.) focused in Sports Management from Indiana State University in the USA.

Steven Baxter

Founder and Chief Executive, Mandoe Media

Steven Baxter is an entrepreneur and the founder of Mandoe Media, a global leader in digital signage software. Prior to founding Mandoe Media, Baxter co-founded Venue Media, a digital signage company backed by Lachlan Murdoch.

After successfully selling the business to an outdoor media company in 2010, he began working on the innovative technology solutions that would come to define Mandoe Media’s market-leading presence.

Driven by the desire to fill a gap in the market, Baxter set out to create a digital signage service that was user-friendly, accessible to businesses of all sizes and empowered users to create visually stunning, engaging content with ease.

Today, Mandoe Media serves 10,000 customers worldwide and stands as a market leader in digital signage innovation.

Joanne Efendi

Project & Events Officer, SWIM Coaches and Teachers Australia.

Joanne Efendi is Project & Events Officer at SWIM Coaches and Teachers Australia.

Chris Maher

Managing Editor, SPLASH!

Chris Maher is a writer, editor, journalist and public affairs expert with extensive experience writing and consulting across a wide range of industries including building & architecture, travel & entertainment, banking & finance and information technology.

He has been published in most mainstream newspapers and many niche publications, and his travel writing is studied in Australian high schools.

He is a published author of three series of children's books. Among other roles, he is currently editor of SPLASH! magazine, and is working on another two children's books and novel.

Declan Gillard-Martin

Brand Manager Australasian Leisure Management / SPASA

Declan Gillard-Martin is Brand Manager for Australasian Leisure Management / SPASA.

Adelaide-based Gillard-Martin has a solid industry background, holding a number of roles across the commercial and community aquatics industry - most recently with Royal Life Saving Society - South Australia, as General Manager Operations, and as Chief Executive of public safety-focused organisation, Quack Group.

A volunteer Surf Lifesaver, with a working career in local government, for facility manager BlueFit and the SA Aquatic and Leisure Centre, Gillard-Martin also spent years as a high-performance swimmer and triathlete.

Lindsay McGrath

Chief Executive, Swimming Pool and Spa Association Australia

A founding Director of several not-for-profit trade associations and one global alliance, McGrath advises "I enjoy adding value to the wider community. With experience at both board and executive levels, I bring a blend of efficient governance and commercial acumen to drive a strong growth mind set to any group.

"I have had the privilege to lead in the creation of several new trade qualifications across Australasia, and the unification of the federated regions to form one Swimming Pool and Spa Association."