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Austrade engages with industry, government and business stakeholders. This helps us review and develop our policies and programs.

Working groups

THRIVE Implementation Advisory Group

The THRIVE Implementation Advisory Group will monitor and advise on implementing the THRIVE 2030 strategy for Australia’s visitor economy.

THRIVE Industry Data and Expert Analysis Working Group

The Industry Data and Expert Analysis Working Group helps identify data needs for Australia’s visitor economy.

THRIVE Workforce and Skills Technical Working Group

The Workforce and Skills Working Group existed to help Australia’s tourism industry build a skilled workforce.

China Approved Destination Status scheme Advisory Panel

The advisory panel provides strategic advice and industry insights to support the China ADS scheme.

National First Nations Visitor Economy Partnership

The Partnership supports greater participation and economic opportunities for First Nations people and businesses in Australia’s tourism industry.

Consultation and engagement

Strategic refocus - consultation

See how we consulted with stakeholders, businesses and grant recipients to guide the refocus of the Export Market Development Grant (EMDG) program.

THRIVE 2030 Consolidation Phase (2025 – 2027) - consultation

THRIVE 2030 is Australia’s long-term strategy for the visitor economy. We are developing the Consolidation Phase action plan. This consultation is closed.