Local Government Tourism & Events Support
At Tilma, we proudly partner with Councils across rural Australia to drive growth through strategic visitor economy planning and activation, support for events, and tourism product and experience development.
We understand the unique challenges Councils face—limited resources, the need for strong community buy-in, and the delicate balance of supporting both local businesses and visitors. That’s where we come in.
Whether you're in an economic development or tourism team, Tilma brings hands-on experience and deep regional expertise to help you unlock your region’s tourism potential.
How we help Councils grow tourism
Regional tourism strategies and destination management plans
We create practical, achievable tourism strategies that drive visitation and support sustainable economic and social outcomes. Our strategies are tailored to your community, grounded in research, and focused on activation—not just sitting on a shelf.
Tourism activation plans
We work with Councils to identify realistic, high-impact projects that bring their tourism vision to life. From branding and experience development to industry capability building, our plans are designed to deliver results.
Strategic mentoring
Our mentoring ensures support to realise your tourism strategy doesn't end at delivery. We support your team with quarterly check-ins, practical tools, and expert guidance to keep your projects on track and your community engaged.
Event support and approval process reviews
We help Councils provide the right support to community events—reducing friction, improving collaboration, and boosting event outcomes.
Grant writing and business case development
We’ve helped secure millions in government funding for tourism development. From concept to application, we develop compelling business cases, benefit narratives, and budget justifications that give your project the best chance of success.
Find out about business case development
Solving common challenges for Councils
We understand the pressure Councils are under. You’re often stretched thin across priorities, with limited funding and human resources, and the responsibility of satisfying both residents and visitors.
That’s why we:
Design strategies that are realistic and ready for action
Ensure community buy-in is baked into the process
Focus on projects that deliver economic and social benefits
Support your internal teams every step of the way
From revitalising underperforming visitor information centres to developing tourism precincts, our work supports Councils to achieve real outcomes - without the overwhelm.
Let’s talk about your region
If you're ready to strengthen your region’s tourism, events, or visitor economy - but aren’t sure where to start - let’s have a chat. We’d love to explore what’s possible for your community.
Cootamundra-Gundagai Regional Council