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“   Capital of country chic
           —Australian Financial Review, 03.03.21   ”
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Your business + visitation = growth
                                                                                                     What sets us apart
                                                                                               from many other boutique
    Mudgee Region has enjoyed strong visitation growth of                                            destinations, is our
    32% since 2014, as reported by Tourism Research                                                incredible collaboration.

    Australia. We now welcome on average 691,000 visitors                                  Our authentic and contemporary
                                                                                                   country lifestyle, loving
    annually, resulting in more than 1M overnight visitors,
                                                                                           community, thriving industries
    worth over $199M to the visitor economy each year.
                                                                                                   and historic villages,
    Research and tourism insights indicate Mudgee Region connects perfectly
    with those wishing to escape the city for a contemporary country escape. There            making us who we are.
    is confidence in further growth of the visitor economy over the next 3-5 years.
    Mudgee Region Tourism is an independent not-for-profit local tourism
    organisation, funded by its members, sponsors, a contract with Mid‑Western
    Regional Council and various other retail revenue streams. The organisation
    is the primary body responsible for the promotion of our destination                     Congratulations!
    as well as visitor servicing.
    By partnering with Mudgee Region Tourism, you can promote your business                  “   Your sustained work to generate awareness
                                                                                             and excitement about the region over the last few
    to over 1M overnight visitors annually and work collaboratively with 350+
                                                                                             years created a springboard for your very effective
    like-minded local businesses to support the ongoing promotion of the region.
                                                                                             campaign to get Mudgee Region at the top of every
    We offer multi-media advertising solutions to increase awareness and                     post-iso wish list, article and conversation. What
    confidence in your brand and offering. Join us to keep the visitor economy               a result. It felt like the world and his wife were
    thriving across Gulgong, Mudgee, Rylstone, Kandos and surrounds.
                                                                                                                          ”
                                                                                             in region to enjoy themselves.
                                                                                             Huntington Estate // Partner // June 2020

    Tourism Research Australia, on behalf of Destination NSW, prepare 4-year average reports for each NSW Local Government Area. A 32%
    visitor growth over 6 years is a phenomenal result and testament to the quality of experiences and collaborative nature of our destination.

              LGA PROFILE – TOTAL VISITORS (4 YEAR AVERAGE)                           LGA PROFILE – OVERNIGHT VISITORS (4 YEAR AVERAGE)
                     INCLUDING % CHANGE SINCE 2014                                             INCLUDING % CHANGE SINCE 2014
    800,000                                                       35%       1,200,000                                                          35%
                                                          691K
                                                                                                                                      1.046M
    700,000                                      655K             30%                                                                          30%
                                                          +32%              1,000,000                                         948K
                                                  +25%                                                                                 +30%
    600,000                             573K                                                                          851K
               524K    525K    528K                               25%                      780K      804K    781K              +22%            25%
                                                                                 800,000
    500,000
                                                                  20%                                                                          20%
    400,000                                                                      600,000
                                                                  15%                                                                          15%
    300,000                              +9%                                                                          +9%
                                                                                 400,000
                                                                  10%                                                                          10%
    200,000

                                                                  5%             200,000             +3%                                       5%
    100,000                     +1%
               +0%     +0%                                                                  +0%              +0%
         0                                                        0%                  0                                                        0%
               2014    2015     2016     2017     2018     2019                             2014     2015    2016     2017     2018     2019
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Promoting your business

We continuously grow the audience we are reaching through a multi-media approach to marketing the region. This infographic shows how
many customers we are reaching and the number of partners we collaborate with.
                                 23,830

                                                                          41,629

                                                                                                                      221,901

                                                                                                                                                               480M+

                                                                                                                                                                                             347
                                                                                                                                                                                       340
                                                                                        160,575
                                                        25,484
                        21,372

                                                                                                                                                                                 320
                                                                                                                                                       150M+
                                               22,299

                                                                                                                                                                           308
               18,532

                                                                 30,888

                                                                                                            182,595
                                                                                                  178,363

                                                                                                                                                95M+
      16,660

                                                                                                                                         47M+
  EMAIL SUBSCRIBERS                         SOCIAL MEDIA FOLLOWERS                    WEBSITE VISITORS                             MEDIA OUTREACH                      PA R T NE R E N G A GE ME N T
                                          LEGEND:           w 2017                 w 2018            w 2019                     w 2020          BY CALENDAR YEAR

                                                                                                                                  Best we’ve been to!
Our Accredited Visitor Information Centre in Mudgee welcomes 34,000+                                                              “   We’ve travelled extensively in Australia and this
                                                                                                                                  is by far the BEST info centre we’ve ever been to!
people annually. In mid-2021, we will be relocating to a beautiful new
space at 90 Market Street, as part of the new Mid-Western Regional                                                                It actually reflects the region and is choc full of
Council art gallery and precinct development. Our new Visitor Information                                                         local produce! Great lay out, brochures and
Centre will be the ideal base for residents, visitors and our local business                                                      excellent service.
community to meet and collaborate, learn about the region and engage with
locally made + sourced produce and goods. We partner with three satellite
                                                                                                                                  Make it your first stop in town!
                                                                                                                                                                         ”
                                                                                                                                  Visitor TripAdvisor Review // Jenny // Dec 2020
Visitor Information Services located at Gulgong, Rylstone and Kandos.

New VIC premises at 90 Market Street – planned opening August 2021
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Print Advertising
                                                                                           publication
                                                                                      UV
                                                                                              date

                                                                                      august 2021
    This quality, free-to-readers, print publication (around 96 pages, A4 in size) showcases the
    best of Gulgong, Rylstone, Kandos, Mudgee and surrounds. 90,000 magazines will be printed
    with an estimated readership of over 200,000, strategically distributed to encourage visitation,
    improve the experience of in-region visitors and inform local residents. Partners of Mudgee
    Region Tourism are invited to advertise in the publication and encouraged to distribute magazines
    across their own outlets. Visitors to the Visitor Information Centres also receive a copy.
    Annually, 20,000 copies are tipped-on to the mid-year edition of Australian Traveller Magazine.

                                                                                              Individual Annual Promo Price Guide
                                                                                              (check out our bundled packages + save)
                                                                                              JJFull page ad + map pin with
                                                                                                business listing = $8,450
                                                                                                                                      QUARTER             FULL
                                                                                                                                                          PAGE
                                                                                              JJHalf page ad + map pin with
                                                                                                                                         PAGE

                                                                                                business listing = $4,200                              EIGHTH
                                                                                              JJQuarter page ad + map pin
                                                                                                                                                         PAGE
                                                                                                with business listing = $2,100                           HALF
                                                                                              JJEighth page ad + map pin with
                                                                                                                                                         PAGE
                                                                                                business listing = $1,050

                                                                      publication
    J
                                                                     UV
                                                                          date
      Pocket size: Z-CARD® concertina fold-out map
    JJDistribution: 40,000 in-region visitors
                                                                      august 2021
    JJMap Area: Mid-western regional area + surrounds
                 (plus Gulgong, Rylstone, Kandos + Mudgee town maps on reverse side)
    JJKey: a range of experiences + business categories
    JJIndex: business listing with map reference + magazine advertisement page reference
    JJMatrix: drive times between towns                                                                                         > available to customer
                                                                                                                                  facing business outlets
    Individual Annual Price Guide        J Location pin and business listing = $760                                               who advertise in the
                                                                                                                                  Mudgee Region Magazine.

                                                                       Option for Silver members and above to advertise their business across five
                                                                       signs located around the region at prominent tourism bays and high foot
                                                                       traffic locations. Limited space available; first in basis.

                                                                       Add-on Annual Price Guide J
                                                                                                  A5 size ad, includes artwork = $550
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Digital Advertising
       MUDGEE SOURDOUGH

        Shop where the locals shop at Mudgee Sourdough by olive.a.twist. You will find at the
        recently opened ITTY BITTY BREAD SHOP long fermentation true artisan sourdough,
        delectable sweet treats with utlilising Mudgee Region ingredients, savoury goods, ice
        cream with a local twist, Hello Lovelies cordial + domestic sourdough baking equipment.
        Open Wednesday to Saturday from 8am.

The NEW! destination website visitmudgeeregion.com.au launched October
2020. Mudgee Region’s #1 mobile responsive website attracts 180,000+ unique
      NINGANA MOTEL                                            BAKER WILLIAMS
                                                               DISTILLERY

visitors annually. You can tap into the thousands of unique visitors and connect
      The Ningana is perfectly located a short
      stroll to the clubs, pubs, churches,
      restaurants + boutique shops of Mudgee's
                                                               Baker Williams Distillery is a Micro
                                                               Distillery located just minutes from

them to your business. There is also an opportunity to convert more bookings by
      CBD. Enjoy old fashioned hospitality and all             Mudgee, creating handcrafted spirits and
      the comforts of home. Make the most of                   liqueurs focusing on regional flavours
      their January special - book 2 nights’                   and influences. They welcome you to
      accommodation at the Ningana Motel and

featuring a BOOK NOW button for your product or experience – ask us how!
                                                               visit their cellar door to see, smell and
      receive 50% off an in-house wine tour!                   taste their wares.

Individual Annual Promo Price Guide
JJWebpage = $800
JJOne-month feature tile on home page + digital ad every page = $1,950
                                                                                                                                                                      !
                                               From: Nathaniel Smith marketing@visitmudgeeregion.com.au
                                             Subject: Mudgee Region is waiting for you! Reset Your Senses this Summer, you've earnt it
                                                Date: 27 November 2020 at 5:30 pm
                                                  To: Leianne Murphy bdm@visitmudgeeregion.com.au
                                                                                                                                                                  ❤
       LOVE AN AUSSIE ROAD TRIP!

        Join Adam Spencer in the ultimate Aussie road trip around regional Australia -
        featuring a visit to Mudgee and Skimstone Wines + a foraged local feast courtesy
        of olive.a.twist.

      CHAPEL OF LOWE                                           NRL CHARITY SHIELD
                                                                                                                                                                 With 23,000+ subscribers in our Mudgee Region Lover tribe, we invite members to
                                                                                                                                                                 promote their business/event with digital banners in our monthly email promotion.
      Lowe's iconic dinner under the vines 'Tunnel             The St George Illawarra Dragons and
      of Lowe' has found a new home under the                  South Sydney Rabbitohs will once again
                                                              Summer is on it's way, and it's about time you treated yourself to a quick
      chandeliers of the bush chapel to become                 bring the annual Charity Shield match to
                                                                                      getaway. You've earnt it!
      'Chapel of Lowe' Food by Zin, wine by                    Mudgee’s Glen Willow Regional Sports
      Lowe. Saturday 6 February - Bookings
      essential.
                                                               Stadium on 27 February 2021.
                                                                  Here's just a taste of what awaits for you in the Mudgee Region.

                                                     Soak up our wide open spaces and fresh country air, marvel at our fascinating history
                                                                                                                                                                 Includes click through to your webpage on visitmudgeeregion.com.au.
                                                          and heritage charm, indulge in delectable wine, incredible foodie finds, unique
                                                                  experiences + boutique retail therapy. It's all here, waiting for you.

                                                                                                                                                                 Individual Annual Promo Price Guide J
                                                                                           We can't wait to see you

                                                                                                                                                                                                      Large digital banner = $680
                                                                                                                                                                                                            J Small digital banner = $455
      FUNCTIONS + WEDDINGS                                     TOWNS + VILLAGES

      Get hitched in the Mudgee Region this year               Take a road trip to discover the charm of
      - with wide open spaces, a contemporary                  our region’s outlying historic villages.
      country setting, famed foodie delights +                 Enjoy a beer in a country pub, fossick for
      award-winning wine, you’ll be hard pressed               gold, capture heritage streetscapes or
      to find a better place to host your next                 simply enjoy the natural beauty and
      function, event or celebrate your big day.               surrounds.

                                                 Kundalini Lodge Accommodation

                                                   Surrounded by beautiful rolling hills, deep valleys and breathtaking views, indulge,
                                                   relax + GET
                                                           unwindSOCIAL
                                                                 in Mudgee’s newest luxury one-bedroom cabin accommodation.
                                                   Fall in love with all that Kundalini Lodge has to offer.
                                                              Looking for travel inspo? Check out our
                                                              Instagram feed, get inspired + picture
                                                              yourself right here amongst it.

                Across Facebook, Instagram and Twitter, we
                                                              Don't forget to tag us when your travel
                                                              plans become a reality!

                regularly communicate the benefits of visiting
                our region through a social following of 42,000+.
       EXPLORE + BOOK YOUR LOVE STORY TODAY!

        It’s time to reconnect with loved ones, wide open spaces + fresh country air. Feel the

                Native social media posts are available through
        Love and explore our range of unique experiences and packages that are sure to sweep
        you off your feet. Booking + travel dates have been extended. Available for a limited
                                                 Blacklea Vineyard + Olive                                      The Guesthouse - Hill End
        time!
                                                 Grove

                top tier partnerships and event promotional
        The people of Mudgee, Gulgong, Rylstone, Kandos + surrounds have come together Luxe
                                                                                          to   two-bedroom cottage with all the
        show they may be a relatively small region - but they
                                              Experience      have a lot
                                                           Blacklea's    of love
                                                                      range      to give.
                                                                             of olives,   trimmings. You'll find the picturesque
                                                 olive oils, wines, balsamic vinegars,                          heritage village of Hill End just an hour’s
                                                                                                                drive from Mudgee. Unwind + reconnect.

                solutions. No individual pricing available, however
                                                 vincottos and vinaigrettes, or enjoy
                                                 weekend lunch – a unique fine food +                           We’ve got you covered.
                                                 wine experience awaits.

                we encourage all partners to #mudgeeregion
                for potential reposts.

                                                 Mudgee Sourdough School                                            Christmas Lunch Feast

                                                 These hands on classes show you how to                             Cade Kitchen + Bar are celebrating
                                                 incorporate sourdough baking into your life,                       Christmas Day with a Christmas feast
                                                 starting from the basic science of sourdough                       like no other! Join + enjoy a three course
                                                 fermentation, nutrition, storage, baking and                       feast with all the trimmings, paired with
                                                 suggested texts for further reading.                               delicious Mudgee Region wine of course.

Don’t miss the opportunity to maximise sales to your accommodation or experience. We have a BOOK NOW feature
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for visitors to check real-time availability + make an instant booking, whether it be a tour, tickets for an event,
an immersive class, an attraction or accommodation. Our BOOK NOW feature is your solution to convert more bookings.
Bronze partners + above have the opportunity to take advantage of this feature – enquire with us to learn more.
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                                                 Parklands Resort + Conference Centre
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Membership Advertising Packages

                                                               x                x             x                    x                        x
                                                               x                x             x                    x                        x
    Partner privileges > sforeefull
                                Partner Privileges box
                                     list of inclusions

                                                               x                x             x                    x
    Magazine directory listing1

                                                               x                x             x                    x
    Business webpage 2                                                                                                                         -

                                                               x                x             x                    x
    Campaign Partner eligibility                                                                                                               -

                                                               x                x             x                    x
    Bookable Product +
    Experience promotion eligibility3                                                                                                          -

    Online retail store eligibility                                                                                                            -
    Product // Experience famil4                               TEAM             TEAM        INDIVIDUAL          VIRTUAL                   VIRTUAL
    Magazine advertisement 1                                 HALF PAGE
                                                          OR 2x QTR PAGE 5   QUARTER PAGE   EIGHTH PAGE               -                        -

                                                                                x
    Map location pin + listing1                              2x PINS           1x PIN         1x PIN                  -                        -
    Website feature tile on all                             PRIORITY
    webpages for one month                                                                      -                     -                        -
                                                            POSITION

                                                               x                x
    eDM banner ad                                             LARGE            SMALL            -                     -                        -

                                                               x                x
    VIC liquor sales eligibility                                                                -                     -                        -

                                                               x
    BONUS free Bronze package                                                                   -                     -                        -

                                                               x
    Social Media native post                                                      -             -                     -                        -
    VIC window decal promotion +
    subscriber competition for one month                                          -             -                     -                        -

    2021-22 ANNUAL FEE                                        $5,500           $3,500         $2,000               $800                     $300
    Weekly equivalent (approx)                                $106              $67            $38                  $15                       $6
    MULTIPLE + SAVE 10%
    Save 10% on additional equivalent                         $4,950           $3,150         $1,800               $720                     $270
    or lower tier partnerships for multi-
    business promotion, same owner.
    UPGRADE + SAVE 5%
    Upgrade your 2020-21 partnership                          $5,225           $3,325         $1,900               $760                        -
    to a higher tier in 2021-22 + save 5%
    on the higher tier.
    MAINTAIN PLATINUM + SAVE 5%
    For those who retain their 2020-21                        $5,225              -             -                     -                        -
    Platinum partnership in 2021-22.

                                                               x                x             x                    x
    EARLY BIRD + SAVE 5%
                                                                                                                                               -

                                                               x                x             x                    x                        x
    BY DEADLINE

                                                               x                x             x                    x
    PAYMENT PLAN Fees apply:
    $12.00 one‑off set-up fee + $14.95
    insufficient funds fee, full terms online                                                                                                  -

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Sponsorship Packages

                                                                                                                          x                           x
> Sponsorships available to non-tourism businesses only – on request.

                                                                                                                          x                           x
                Partner privileges > see Partner Privileges for listed inclusions

                                                                                                                          x                           x
                Magazine directory listing1
                Logo on ‘Our Sponsors’ webpage + click through

                                                                                                                                                      x
                Magazine advertisement 1                                                                               HALF PAGE 5               QUARTER PAGE

                                                                                                                          x                           x
                Crew News – permanent recognition + click through to business website                             PRIORITY POSITION

                Crew News promotion – 1x feature per year

                ANNUAL FEE                                                                                               $3,000                      $2,000

                Weekly equivalent                                                                                          $58                         $38

                EARLY BIRD + SAVE 5% - PAY IN FULL BY 10 MAY 2021                                                         x                           x
                BY DEADLINE - PAY IN FULL BY 24 MAY 2021                                                                  x                           x
                                                                                                                          x                           x
                PAYMENT PLAN - 50% BY 24 MAY + WEEKLY INSTALMENTS BY 20 DECEMBER 2021
                Fees apply: $12.00 one‑off set-up fee + $14.95 insufficient funds fee, full terms online
                                                                                         1 Must secure partnership by print deadline to be included in print advertising
                                                                                           and business directory listing 2 Webpage pulls content from your business
                                                                                             ATDW listing 3 Bookable Product accessible via 123Tix + V3, commission
                                                                                            may apply 4 In-person famils are subject to COVID restrictions permitting
                                                                                                   5 Template ad or own artwork permitted in Platinum Membership +
  JJWeekly Crew News (e-newsletter includes industry insights, workshop
                                                                                                    Diamond Sponsorships only Note: Mid-term partnerships available
                                                                                                          on a pro rata basis, excludes print inclusions + payment plan
      invitations, funding program info, partner opportunities, media alerts + more)
  JJExclusive access to Mudgee Region Tourism Partner Facebook group for
    regular updates + to connect with partners to amplify collaborative efforts +
    business support
  JJExclusive access to online Partner Portal for the latest local, national and
    global industry resources
  JJVirtual familiarisations; partner to submit a 15-minute video tour
                                                                                                           by de[
                                                                                                                adline!
    of product or experience
  JJDL brochure display at VIC
                                                                                                      Online
  JJInvitation to workshops + seminars
                                                                                                         > Go to visitmudgeeregion.com.au
                                                                                                           > Go to Partner Services
  JJOpportunity to advertise with print and digital solutions                                            		 > Go to Partnership Opportunities
  JJ‘Proud Partner of Mudgee Region Tourism’ digital banner, links to                                    			 > Complete online form
    visitmudgeeregion.com.au                                                                             				 > Read Terms + Conditions
  JJEvent promotion through online calendar and “What’s On” VIC promotion
                                                                                                         					 > Receive email with invoice
  JJPotential to sell retail product at VIC
                                                                                                         						 > Pay by deadline*

  JJDiscounted stallholder opportunities
                                                                                                      Need assistance?
  JJMudgee Region Magazine and website directory listing1
                                                                                                            Visit the team at 84 Market Street Mudgee
  JJInvitation to Annual General Meeting
                                                                                                            Email partners@visitmudgeeregion.com.au

  JJFunding application guidance
                                                                                                            Call 02 6372 1020

  JJAccess to a variety of skilled staff with various marketing and visitor                       * Mudgee Region Tourism has engaged the services of an external
    experience backgrounds                                                                              debit agency to facilitate payment plans for those eligible.
  JJPromote your public holiday trading hours over the festive season +
                                                                                                      Fees may apply. All partners agree to consider full terms and
                                                                                                             conditions outlined on our website.1.21% credit card
    public holiday weekends                                                                                             surcharge applies to direct MRT payments.

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84 Market Street, Mudgee
      02 6372 1020
visitmudgeeregion.com.au

                           FRONT COVER image credit Destination NSW
                             BACK COVER image credit Amber Creative
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