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CEDA UPDATE NOVEMBER - Members and associates edition
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Dear <<First Name>>
Hello everyone and welcome to spring...finally! Thank you to everybody who attended our AGM last week. Its was a wonderful evening with 30 people enjoying a great meal at one of the Warburton Valley's premier venues - Projekt 3488. Thanks to Mark and Sandy for their hospitality. (Images below)
During the formal part of the evening we appointed our new committee. Thank you to those who have returned to positions, and also to the new committee members who have come on board.
Our new CEDA committee members are :
Peta Godenzi (President), Michael Hibbert (Vice President, CEDA representative at YRT), Geoff Vickers (Secretary/Treasurer), Patrick O'Shannassey, Les Lasham, Belinda Evans, David Borton, Darren Evans, Phil Wallens, Dale Feim, Alison Fitzgerald, Cleo Silva and Leanne Nicholls.
Warburton Valley CEDA committee members belong to the local community. All committee positions are voluntary and members represent a diverse range of interests, businesses and aptitudes, all of which contribute to a dynamic and innovative team.
Many 'take home' points were provided by Yarra Ranges Tourism CEO Simon O'Callaghan in his presentation to us.
- The most significant reason people visit the Yarra Valley is to catch up with family and friends
- The growth of the Chinese tourism market will provide plenty of opportunities (Did you know only 4% of people from China hold a passport so the growth potential is significant.)
- Yarra Ranges Tourism marketing will be focusing on the 'families' demographic for tourism/visitation (not DINKS and SINKS)
- Cycling and outdoor tourism is a key drawcard for visitation to the region - and we have a definite advantage over other regions given our unique topography and setting
The key date to remember for November is the upcoming GIRO DELLA DONNA on November 27. More than 1200 participants are expected (support crews and spectators will further add to numbers). We've worked super close with the organisers, who are committed to supporting local businesses, community groups (payments to volunteers) and residents (through managed road closures). See below for more details.
Enjoy the sunshine!
Kind regards,
Peta Godenzi
President - Warburton Valley CEDA
Tel 0428 971 203 or Email me
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Warburton Valley maps - stock up
Be prepared for summer and ensure you'll have adequate stocks of the Warburton Valley Touring map at you business or venue.
Additional quantities can be picked up from the Waterwheel in Warburton or from Yarra Valley Rentals (Sue White) in Yarra Junction.
Merchandise
Did you know we have Visit Warburton Merchandise at the Waterwheel? Postcards, magnets and keychains featuring iconic Warburton Valley imagery now on sale!
There are also new Warburton stickers available from selected traders in town! if every local puts one on their car, we can promote our valley wherever we go.
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Whats On/Events Victoria Listings - www.atdw-online.com.au
Visitwarburton.com.au is just one of hundreds of sites nationally that showcase 'Whats On' in our valley.
Want extra exposure on Visit Warburton? Then list on Events Victoria!
Want your event to appear in the weekly Yarra Ranges Tourism 'Whats On' email to 22,000 subscribers? Then list on Events Victoria!
Want to see your event or business activity get as much exposure as possible? Then list on Events Victoria!
Simply register a login by going to the website and get started. The process is easy and intuitive but if you need extra help then:
- Check out this easy-to-follow PDF guide to making your first listing here!
- Call Lindy on 5966 9028 (Tues/Thurs) and arrange an over the phone, step-by-step listing to get you started.
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OUTDOOR TOURISM AND CYCLING NEWS
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TRAIL MAPPING PROJECT
The mapping project will commence next week and we will keep you updated as to its progress.
Trail selection is underway and we are making great connections with people through the running, cycling, walking and paddling communities to ensure we have the best information.
This project is key to the successful marketing of our great natural assets - beauty and accessibility unique to our region!
We are grateful to Yarra Ranges Tourism and the Warburton and Yarra Junction Community Bank(R) branches for funding support for this activity.
GIRO DELLA DONNA November 27 - please welcome cyclists in your own unique way!
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Watch this video and see how the CYCLING TIPS team for GIRO DELLA DONNA promote our region nationally!
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OFFICIAL ROAD CLOSURE INFORMATOON
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Traders Group - 21 Nov
The Traders Group subcommittee is now meeting regularly on a Monday night (once per month). NEXT MEETING MONDAY 21 NOVEMBER from 6pm at THE ALPINE PUB, Warburton. All welcome. Phil Wallens will give a short presentation on Outdoor Tourism in the Warburton Valley and answer any questions you might have.
Develop your online strategy - 15 NOV
Learn how to develop a strategy to help grow your business through your online activities and make your products and services easy for potential customers to find. This small, interactive workshop will demystify the digital world and help bring focus and clarity to your online marketing activities. Light dinner provided.
Tuesday 15th Nov 6.30-10.00pm Cost $30 Click here for more info
Business Networking Christmas Lunch - Thurs 24 Nov at Coonara Springs
Click here for details or
| If you need more information, please give Sue a call on 0418 563 512 |
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Events for your calendar
- Yarra Valley Spring Festival - Nov 12
- Giro Della Donna cycling event - Nov 27
- Waterwheel Night Market - Dec 2
- Warburton Christmas Carols - Thurs 22 Dec tbc
- Everesting - March 2017
Don't forget there are also many regular markets and other activities in the Warburton Valley - see our Markets page, and regularly check the Whats on page on our website - it's updated in real time.
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Warburton Christmas Carols 22 Dec 2016 - Warburton Advancement League is pleased to announce a new format for Christmas celebrations with the help of the Little Yarra Steiner Ensemble, Santa Claus and lots of locals. There will be singing and kids activities on main street at the Waterwheel and on the village green. A whole community event.
(NB: The big 'carols on the oval' event will not be held this year).
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Membership news
REVIEW/UPDATE your Visit Warburton website listing
Members are encouraged to check their page on www.visitwarburton.com.au and advise any changes needed. You are welcome to provide updated images, amendments to contact details or changes to your text. Please email changes or call Lindy on 0417 365697.
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Next CEDA meeting
Date: Tuesday 15 November 2016
From: 10am to midday
Where: Warburton Community Bank, Warburton ( boardroom upstairs)
Members may attend. Please RSVP via email.
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Join CEDA and help support a range of initiatives in the Warburton Valley that benefit business, tourism, community and ultimately every person who lives or has a close connection to our towns. We welcome all new and lapsed members. Click the button for easy online payment.
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