New Member Information

The Yarra Valley Regional Tourism Association Inc is the peak tourism association in the Yarra Valley with over 220 members and an elected Committee of Management. The Association is a financially independent, non-profit tourism association and strives to maximise the benefits of tourism to the region and its members.

The public face of the Association, the Yarra Valley Visitor Information Centre (VIC), was established in 1994 and is now a professionally managed Level 2 accredited centre. The management, staff and volunteers are committed to delivering a positive, unique and memorable tourism experience to all visitors.

The Association derives its income from the Yarra Valley Visitor Information Centre Booking Service, advertising income from the production of the Map & Visitor Guide and Membership Support. The success of the VIC is dependent upon building strong partnerships with local tourism operators. Your support will assist us in delivering high quality service to visitors to our region, thereby ensuring you receive the maximum return for your membership investment.

Joining the YVRTA Inc is your opportunity to contribute to the growth and sustainability of the Yarra Valley. Becoming a member of the YVRTA Inc, and financially supporting the privately-run VIC, will help ensure your visitors receive the best possible service when visiting this wonderful region.  

HOW TO GET INVOLVED  

·       Become an active member

·       Attend our regular meetings

·       Nominate for the committee

·       Share your ideas and expertise

·       Become a volunteer

·       Network with other operators and gain friendships

·       Support the YVRTA and grow your business

WHERE DO YOUR FEES GO

·       Employment of professional staff

·       Ongoing Operational costs

·       Training of volunteers

·       Wide distribution of the Official Visitors Map

·       Marketing opportunities

MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS

·       Listing on the www.visityarravalley.com.au website including full access to 24 hour online booking service for accommodation and tours

·       Opportunity to display your brochures in the fully accredited and managed Yarra Valley Visitor Information Centre

·       Essential links with Tourism Victoria, Shire of Yarra Ranges and other tourism bodies

·       Opportunity to advertise in the Yarra Valley Official Visitors' Map

·       Access to quarterly newsletters which provide the latest information on tourism related matters

·       Voting rights (one full voting right per membership)

·       Access to visitvictoria.com

·       Opportunity to join the Committee of Management and get involved with the future of tourism in the Yarra Valley

·       Full training/workshops in the BookEasy system

·       Networking opportunities to promote your business

·       Regular meetings

·       Certificate of Membership

·       Invitation to participate in familiarisation tours of your business for staff/volunteers

·       YVRTA works in partnership with major wine and food groups

MEMBERSHIP FEES (includes line listing in 2010 Official Visitors Map)

·     Joining Fee $  55

(New Members Only)            

·     Bookable $ 595

     Includes accommodation providers, wineries with accommodation, and tour and transport operators.

·     Wineries/Breweries $ 460

Includes cellar doors and breweries.

·     Retail $ 360

Includes business-to-customer properties such as cafes and restaurants, activities, attractions, galleries, shop fronts, health and beauty, markets, producers and hotels.

·     Business $  260

Includes business-to-business properties such as tradespeople and professionals.

Discounted memberships are available for multiple properties.

All Bookings and Sales made on behalf of members attract a 10% commission plus GST and 1.42% merchant fee.

For further information on joining the Yarra Valley Regional Tourism Association please contact:

Yarra Valley Visitor Information Centre
The Old Courthouse
Harker Street
HEALESVILLE
VIC 3777

Phone: +61 3 5962 2600

Fax: +61 3 5962 2040

Email: admin@visityarravalley.com.au