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Mackerel Islands Presentationby Drew Norrish
- 1. Pilbara’s Best KeptSecret
- 2. Hello and Welcome! DrewNorrish CEO Mackerel Islands
- 3. Where are MackerelIslands? SPECTACULAR PILBARA COAST! 22km offshore from Onslow. 300km South of Karratha Arrive by: Air (airstrip on Thevenard) BYO boat (23 moorings) Ferry Service (daily)
- 4. Our story A familyjourney since 1973 A simple model: We are a destination that offers access to unique natural attractions
- 5. What are theMackerel Islands? Direction IslandThevenard Island Onslow Beach Resort The Beach Club
- 6. • Main touristproduct • Swimming pool, gym, bar, general store, restaurant. • 13 Self–contained beachfront cabins • Club Thevenard Village • Range of tours and activities Thevenard Island
- 7. Rent your ownIsland! • Unique Western Australian island experience • Play castaway with up to 8 people • 360degree ocean views Direction Island
- 8. Keeping it green SustainableEcotourism Development • Solar power and lithium batteries • Desalination plant 70,000L/day • Recycled waste water program
- 9. Provide Access toNature • Passionate guides • Engage customers • Exceed expectations Charters
- 10. Onslow Beach Resort •Sparkling new resort with prime location on Beadon Bay’s oceanfront • Self-contained, air conditioned apartment suites • Pool and BBQ area • Avis Location More product needed!
- 11. • Oceanfront dining •Bar, restaurant, functions and events • Mainland base with wow factor Mainland and Island Experience The Beach Club
- 12. Boat Charters Snorkel/Dive Whale Watching BoatHire – do it yourself SUP + Kayak World-class fishing action Turtle Interaction Bird Watching Guided 4WD Tours Relax! Pilbara Coast opportunities On the Islands In the Sea
- 13. Events and Partnerships FishingFocus (niche offering): Western Angler Celebrity Seafari Compleat Angler and Camping World Seafari Flyfishing – Bonehead annual getaway Partnerships create win/win Fervor Outback Dining Mackerel Island and Onslow Beach Resort
- 14. Who’s your ‘Wendy’ Improvethe product from the customers view. • WA Fishing Community • Pilbara Residents • School camps • Corporate Functions
- 15. Our learning • Createa destination • Innovate and differentiate! • Exceed expectation • Know your ‘Wendy’ • Value and develop staff • Be authentic, knowledgable and passionate. • Be in tourism for the right reason
- 16. Opportunities • There’s neverbeen more opportunity to develop tourism in the Pilbara • Demand for indigenous and coastal product is high. • Develop industry networks and leverage off each other to develop Destination Pilbara. Our door is always open!
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