Getting more people - and more dollars - into rural and regional owns is a key aim of many civic and community leaders. Tourism, as an industry, is a powerful tool that can help to achieve this.

The Living Classroom Project in Bingara is a multi-facetted approach to rural community resilience. It has four growth pillars at its base, regenerative agriculture; tourism; education and regional conferencing.

The inaugural Booligal Sheep Races were held in 1998 when locals decided to have a bit fun and light relief from the grim prospects of drought and low commodity prices. - Conference Poster 2013

How does a small town of 900 residents in North West NSW, without renowned tourist icons, attract visitors to its region?

The Junee Rhythm n Rail Festival aims to promote Junee as a desired tourist destination by showcasing its unique rail heritage and local musical talent. - Conference Poster 2013