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The Outback Queensland Tourism Association is a non-profit incorporated association. Established in August 1981, OQTA is one of the fourteen Regional Tourism Organisations (RTO's) recognised by Tourism Queensland.
The Board of Directors is made up of 10 representatives – one from each of the four sub-regions,
one from each of the sub-regional development groups and three representatives from the
broader tourism industry. These representatives provide an accessible communication channel
between OQTA members and staff. These directors have been elected to represent the OQTA
membership base and as such may be approached with your comments, questions and
suggestions.
| Chair – SW RED Representative |
Tony Edwards |
| Vice Chair – RAPAD Representative |
Rob Chandler |
| Treasurer – MITEZ Representative |
Shane Cagney |
| South West Representative (Secretary) |
Jane Morgan |
| North West Representative |
TBA |
| Far West Representative |
Brian Mooney |
| Central West Representative |
Ed Warren |
| Skills Representative |
Troy Minnett |
| Skills Representative |
Tania Kernaghan |
| Skills Representative |
Karen Hanna |
Board representatives also nominate in region alternates to assist them with localised information and support during the course of the year. Alternate board representatives include; John Palmer, Robbie Katter, Robyn Stephens, Tom Young, Wendy O’Hern, Justin Debney and Stephen McCartney. The Board is served by management and staff based in and around the Outback Region. The team are:
| POSITION STAFF |
CONTACT STAFF |
LOCATION |
| Director - Tourism Queensland |
Matt Bron |
Longreach / Brisbane |
| General Manager |
Tony Martin |
Longreach |
| Administration and Project Officer |
Melanie Avery |
Longreach |
| Regional Tourism Manager |
Annabell Chandler |
Barcaldine |
Membership Structure
OQTA represents members from within the South West, Far West, Central West and North West Queensland, as well as other members that are based outside the Outback but provide services to the Region. Our membership base includes local authorities, accommodation facilities, farm stays, tours and transport operators, attractions, local community groups and small business in general.
Six levels of membership subscription are available. Levels of membership are dependent on the services provided and opportunities for you to participate in the activities of the OQTA.
| Tourism Supporter |
$180.00 |
| Bronze Membership |
$360.00 |
| Silver Membership |
$580.00 |
| Gold Membership |
$1800.00 |
| Platinum Membership |
$2900.00 |
| Corporate Partnership |
Price Subject to Negotiation |
Funding
OQTA is supported financially by annual State Government grants and local authority contributions. The balance of OQTA’s funding is dependent on your membership and the support of the industry. It is important for the business sector as well as the government and community sectors to recognise the long term benefits of tourism development and promotion and to demonstrate their support through active membership and investment in OQTA.
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In this Section
Who is OQTA?
Who, what , where
 Our region
Corporate Structure
Organisation Chart
Our Vision
Our Goals and Objectives
Our Vision
Queensland’s Outback will become the premier Australian Outback destination through a committed approach to sustainable tourism development and by encouraging growth through strategic marketing, development and training.
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