City of Newcastle
Newcastle’s visitor economy received a major economic injection as a result of the City’s Event Packed April with industry data showing the accommodation sector returning to pre-COVID occupancy levels.
According to the Australian Accommodation Monitor Reports, demand for accommodation in Newcastle during the first fortnight in April saw occupancy levels sitting between 80-90% most days. The average daily rate for rooms increased by $52 per night, resulting in a 29% uplift in room revenue compared to the same period in 2019.
City of Newcastle’s Event Packed April was spearheaded by the World Surf League (WSL) Newcastle Cup along with SailFest Newcastle Regatta, Newcastle Seafood Festival, Newcastle Food Month, AoN Women’s University Rugby 7s and NewRun Newcastle Festival of Running.
The surprising secrets to uncover in Australia s biggest cities
10 minutes to read
While we re in a holding pattern waiting for an Australian bubble to begin, many of us will be dreaming and planning for where we want to go first. It s a tough call and one that can lead to decision paralysis – with such a big continent to explore, where do you go first? Do you revisit places you ve been before, or spread your wings and experience something new? Well, in Australia you can do both.
Our Transtasman neighbour s biggest cities are the gateways to each state, so you ll have no choice but to pass through, even for a fleeting visit. But you don t have to stick to the same old same old – each city offers many surprising secrets that will take your break from familiar to fantastic. Here are some of our picks to put in your plans.