INSPIRING SOLUTIONS FOR PEOPLE AND PLACES
TRC is a leading international tourism, recreation and conservation consulting business. For over 20 years, we have engaged with businesses, governments and communities to enhance people’s lives and the places they live through sustainable tourism, recreation and conservation development.
Working with you
We work with partners to deliver holistic solutions for destinations, from planning and product development to contemporary marketing strategies, and all while engaging key stakeholders to promote effective implementation.
What do our clients think?
Gippsland Destination Management Plan
Janet and the TRC team did a great job with the Gippsland Destination Management Plan and I would recommend them to any regional tourism organisation.
Cook Islands Tourism Accreditation and Biodiversity Conservation Projects
TRC Tourism have been fantastic to work with and have provided valuable support to our efforts towards strengthening sustainable tourism development in the Cook Islands. Even throughout the Covid-19 pandemic they were able to quickly adapt plans and styles in order to best achieve our desired project outcomes. We very much hope to work with them again in future.
Wimmera Mallee Town and Tourism Strategy
TRC Tourism completed our Town & Tourism Master Plans to a very high quality, incorporating extensive community consultations and provided directional growth for our visitor services and infrastructure. They were wonderful to collaborate with.
Kalumburu Tourism Development
TRC has built a trusting relationship with various individuals in Kalumburu and people have expressed how easy it was to work with them. We would like TRC to continue working with community members.
Kokoda Track Maintenance Program and Operations Manual
The TRC team mobilised rapidly to PNG to assess and repair Kokoda Track bridges severely damaged in the very heavy wet season of last year being choppered into the remote rugged terrain of the Track. Working in very well with The Kokoda Track Authority Rangers, Kokoda Initiative and local communities their efforts and skill contributed greatly to the Kokoda Track being ready for the 2019 trekking season. Remote communities also benefited from being reconnected across the often treacherous river crossings. TRC also helped build the capacities of The Kokoda Track Authority Rangers and local communities to explore ways for future sustainable bridge building and general track maintenance works. The resultant Track Operations Manual produced by TRC is expected to be a valuable guide for future Kokoda Track works.
Head of the Lake Trail Strategy 2019-2029
TRC Tourism worked with the Head of the Lake Trails Trust, Glenorchy to prepare the Head of the Lake Trail Strategy for 2019-2029, the plan presented a strong situational analysis, a vision and objectives and an action plan for the next 10 years of trail maintenance and construction. The TRC team were professional and great to deal with the outcome was the road map to guide us developing our outstanding natural assets into a world class destination.
Brook Waimarama Sanctuary Visitor Experience Strategy
TRC delivered a quality Visitor Experience Strategy for our organisation in a short timeframe. They took a practical approach that included gaining insight from the project’s key stakeholders and tied together the various elements of the project’s vision into a cohesive, actionable strategy.
Baw Baw Destination Action Plan, Marketing Plan & Recreational Vehicle and Tourism Signage Plan
TRC’s expertise in developing successful strategies regarding visitor economies and regional tourism proved extremely helpful to Baw Baw Shire Council when it sought guidance in enhancing its own Tourism Marketing Strategy, as well as in creating detailed action plans for three hero destinations across the Shire.
Destination Management Plan for Destination Southern NSW
TRC prepared and finalised our Regional Destination Management Plan on time and on budget. TRC provided great professional advice throughout the project – they also took on board the view and guidance we gave. From the outset we wanted a strong partnership with our contractor and that is exactly what we got from TRC – beginning to end.
Wellington Regional Trails Framework
In 2017 TRC worked with land managers and stakeholders from around the Wellington Region to develop the Wellington Regional Trails Framework. TRC’s destination management expertise, experience and professional approach was critical to the success of this ambitious project, that has seen 11 different agencies align their approaches and come together to move Wellington from an ‘under the radar’ network of tracks to a world class trails destination for residents and visitors alike.
Concept Plan for Adventure Cycling in the Tjoritja/West MacDonnell National Park
TRC Tourism’s Concept Plan for Adventure Cycling in the Tjoritja/West MacDonnell National Park exceeded expectations. The case it presents for a new, nationally significant tourism product is so compelling it has attracted immediate government investment and presents exciting opportunities for private investors and Aboriginal Traditional Owners.
Cudlee Creek Forest Trails Fire Recovery Strategy
TRC Tourism has delivered a comprehensive project in consultation with multiple and varied stakeholders to address a complexity of requirements and expectations. Their mix of local and international experience and knowledge has been highly beneficial to developing the Cudlee Creek Forest Trails Fire Recovery Strategy. ForestrySA and partners will use this document to drive investment in the Fox Creek Bike Park with multiple economic, social and environmental outcomes. TRC Tourism provided a professional project management context but always remained approachable and flexible in delivery. I would highly recommend their services.
Tourism Infrastructure Audit for Northern Tasmania
Tourism Northern Tasmania set out to define the private and public sector investment needed to sustain intelligent growth in the visitor economy for the region. TRC and their associates provided the well-rounded analysis, consultation and reporting that resulted in a clear vision of what to develop, where across Northern Tasmania. Less than six months from endorsing the final work and we are already seeing significant progress on three key infrastructure projects as well as active interest from private sector investors to take on opportunities profiled in work.
Mulligans Flat Woodland Sanctuary Concept and Interpretation Plan
I really appreciated the TRC Team’s professional and honest opinions in the final report and the thorough and thoughtful approach with our stakeholders.
Coastal Pacific Trail Feasibility Assessment
With the November 2016 Kaikoura Earthquake, a potential opportunity was raised to develop a cycle trail from Picton to Kaikoura. TRC were engaged to perform an initial feasibility investigation. TRC were very professional and were able to provide independent guidance in their report on how governance structures should be set up should the project proceed, with likely jobs generated for the region. They delivered on time and to budget.
Visitor Experience Strategy for Tidbinbilla Nature Reserve
In engaging TRC Tourism the ACT Parks & Conservation Service was seeking to develop a holistic Visitor Experience Strategy for Tidbinbilla Nature Reserve. As an iconic destination Tidbinbilla is ideally positioned to leverage from the emerging nature based tourism appetite for authentic experiences in a natural setting. Working with all stakeholders in a collaborative, intuitive manner TRC Tourism delivered a high quality outcome. A strategic blue print for the future.
Niue Tourism
We have had exceptional experience with Janet and the TRC team over the past 5 years, they have provided us with visionary advice and innovative thinking on how we can make incremental improvements across time to our country and across our tourism offering. Fakaue Lahi, thank you so much to TRC we look forward to working with you in the future.
New Zealand National Wetlands Trust Feasibility Study
Being a nationally significant project that will rely on tourist visits for its long-term financial sustainability, it’s crucial we get the best advice from professionals in the industry. TRC was our first port of call for a reality check on the feasibility of our proposal.
Queenstown Trails for the future 2015-2025
From the outset the TRC team were responsive, intelligent, forward thinking and always available. The Queenstown Trails Trust worked with the TRC team in 2015 to craft a 10 Year Strategic Plan. The nature of our business involves very important stakeholders, great vision and many face to face meetings to form our plan. The result of this partnership being a very robust and well thought out plan that we are proud to utilise to assist us in setting the future path of the Queenstown Trails Trust. Interestingly – TRC also formulated the original Trails Trust plan way back in 2004 – it was great to have the opportunity of working with TRC again as they truly understand our business.
Galeena Beek Feasibility Study
Wurundjeri worked with TRC Tourism to produce a feasibility study and business plan for a tourism venture. Janet and her team were knowledgeable, responsive and professional. The report they produced was high quality. Their knowledge of tourism is very impressive, I highly recommend TRC Tourism and hope to work with the team again in the future.
Wiradjuri Trail Masterplan
TRC are professional, friendly and fun to deal with.
Hamilton and Waikato Tourism Opportunities Plan
During 2016, the TRC team worked with Hamilton & Waikato Tourism and regional stakeholders to develop a comprehensive Tourism Opportunities Plan to identify opportunities for new and improved visitor experiences that had the greatest potential to drive growth. The TRC team brought significant experience in destination management and planning and a fresh perspective to the project. They were excellent to work with, engaged effectively with stakeholders and applied critical insights and analysis to complex issues.
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