ATIA
New Chair and Vice Chair for ATIA
The ATIA board has elected Christian Hunter as Chair, and Laura Ruffles has been elected Vice Chair alongside Graham Turner, who is returning as Vice Chair
Spiros Alysandratos steps down from ATIA Board after 16 years as a Director
The Australian Travel Industry Association (ATIA) announces that Spiros Alysandratos will be stepping down from the Board on Wednesday, June 19, concluding 16 years as a Director.
Record-high ATAS accreditation renewals
In a resounding endorsement of the Australian Travel Accreditation Scheme (ATAS), the Australian Travel Industry Association (ATIA) is delighted to report an unprecedented surge in accreditation renewals, demonstrating the industry’s robust confidence in the scheme
Showcase your ATAS accreditation on socials, with a trip to Singapore on offer
Are you ready to showcase your prestigious ATAS accreditation? It’s not just a badge of honour; it’s your ticket to an incredible opportunity, with the Australian Travel Industry Association (ATIA) announcing the #ATAS24 social media showcase.
ATIA welcomes Federal Government’s reforms to Sydney Airport Slot Management
The Australian Travel Industry Association (ATIA) strongly supports the significant reforms to the slot management system at Sydney Airport as the first step towards making flying fairer.
Industry Experts step up for ATAS Advisory Committee
The Australian Travel Industry Association (ATIA) is delighted to introduce the newly appointed members of the ATAS Advisory Committee (AAC).
The countdown is on with one week to NTIA 2023
It’s just one week to Australian Travel’s night of nights, the 2023 National Travel Industry Awards (NTIA).
NTIA 2023 tickets sold out to record numbers
Tickets for National Travel Industry Awards (NTIA) 2023 have now sold out with over 1300 sold, surpassing the attendance of last year’s awards.
ATIA continues international work
Australian Travel Industry Association continued its international advocacy and relationship building with CEO Dean Long speaking at the prestigious ITB Asia 2023 Conference in Singapore.
Success on ATIA’s call for return of ACCC monitoring of domestic airlines
The reinstatement of the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC)’s monitoring of domestic airlines is great news for travellers and travel businesses and will support increased efficiency and reliability of flights.
NTIA Finalists in voted Categories announced
ATIA is excited to reveal the list of Finalists for the voted Categories (Categories #21 - 31) for this year’s National Travel Industry Awards (NTIAs).
Covid Inquiry must consider lockdowns and international travel ban
As the hardest hit sector in Australia’s economy as a result of COVID lockdowns and the international travel ban, the Travel Sector supports the Austalian Human Rights Commission in its calls for a widening of the inquiry’s terms to include lockdowns and border closures.
ATIA tells Senate inquiry a revolution is needed
With international fares from Sydney in 2023 up to 99% higher than pre-COVID, and a lack of competition and capacity, the Australian Travel Industry Association (ATIA) has told the Senate Committee Inquiry into Bilateral Air Service Agreements a revolution rather than a recalibration of Australia’s aviation industry is needed to ensure consumers are better supported.
ATIA ‘Aspire to Hire’ webinar scheduled for 5th Sept
In response to the current industry landscape, ATIA is set to host the 'Aspire to Hire' webinar on Tuesday, 5th September, at 12:30pm AEST.
Priority to reinforce importance of choosing ATAS businesses
The Australian Travel Industry Association (ATIA) is harnessing the significant consumer use of the ATAS website to showcase accredited businesses with the launch of a Member Deal platform.
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