Australia’s Tourism Grows 9%, Topping Eight Million Arrivals at ATE 2025

Australia tourism industry is experiencing a remarkable resurgence, as evidenced by the 8.3 million international arrivals recorded in the year ending February 2025, marking a 9% year-on-year increase. This resurgence is largely driven by a surge in holidaymakers and an expanded aviation network that has improved connectivity with key international markets. The Australian Tourism Exchange 2025 (ATE25), held in Brisbane, Queensland, highlights this growth, with a record number of participants—1,600 Australian sellers and over 700 international buyers—attending the event. The event, running from 27 April to 1 May, is pivotal in positioning Australia for future tourism success, with Asia continuing to play a central role in driving the country’s inbound tourism growth. The exchange not only showcases the nation’s tourism appeal but also solidifies Australia’s focus on attracting high-value visitors, further enhancing the positive outlook for the sector. Australia’s tourism industry is setting its sights on a prosperous future, with Asia continuing to be the cornerstone of its growth strategy. The Australian Tourism Exchange 2025 (ATE25), which officially commenced in Brisbane, Queensland, over the weekend, marks a pivotal moment in this trajectory. The event, which runs from 27 April to 1 May, 2025, has attracted a record number of participants, including 1,600 Australian sellers and over 700 international buyers. This edition of ATE is the largest in its history, with more than 60,000 scheduled meetings