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read moreRugby league star Johnathan Thurston is among five new industry representatives appointed to the board of Tourism and Events Queensland (TEQ).
Announcing the appointment of Thurston, along with Nancy Bamaga, Sarah Kelly, Brenda LaPorte and Chris Mills, TEQ Chairman Brett Godfrey stated “these appointments represent tremendous depth and diversity which will ensure that we continue to pursue our core objective of growing tourism and events in Queensland.”
Godfrey will continue as Chair of TEQ, while two of the existing board members, James Dixon and Karen Hanna Miller, will return for a second consecutive term, with Cairns-based Dixon becoming Deputy Chair.
Queensland Department of Innovation, Tourism Industry Development and the Commonwealth Games director General Damien Walker also continues on the board.
Queensland Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk said this board has the skills and experience to take tourism and events in Queensland to the next level.
Premier Palaszczuk advised “JT (Thurston ) is a much-loved Queenslander, an influencer and a leader both on and off the field.
“I am looking forward to hearing his advice and insights as to how we can grow an industry that is vital to regional communities.”
Thurston stated that he was looking forward to working with TEQ, adding “living in regional Queensland, I also know and understand how important events are to our communities, not only attracting visitors but also providing a great source of pride.”
6th July 2018 - New data shows tourism a key driver of Queensland’s economy
4th May 2018 - Queensland Government looks to develop new generation of tourism leaders
26th February 2018 - Research shows Queensland a world leader in endurance event tourism
7th February 2018 - North Queensland Cowboys a key part of jobs initiative
9th December 2017 - Johnathan Thurston awarded Human Rights Medal for Deadly Kindies program
13th October 2017 - Hall of Fame Awards recognise Australian sporting achievement
13th June 2017 - Award-winning Cairns tour operator joins Tourism and Events Queensland Board
31st March 2016 - Rainbow Laces campaign aims to kick homophobia out of sport
10th January 2014 - Tourism and Events Queensland welcomes new chief executive
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