The Hunter Valley Research Foundation (HVRF) has released results their 2012 survey about. Hunter resident and business use of information and communication technology.
The survey shows Hunter residents are increasingly conducting many activities online such as. Purchasing goods and services. Personal banking. downloading of movies and music. Social networking and paying bills.
Popular activities:
- 79% purchased goods and services
- 76% conducted personal banking
- 75% paid bills online
- 60% engaged in online social networking
Role and Impact of Technology in Tourism and Hospitality
In 2011. a total of 7.8 million visitors came to shop the Hunter. But. did you know around 60 per cent of those travellers now want to book online?
Our region’s digital assets currently channel thousands of pre-qualified business leads to local tourism operators and event organisers enhancing their marketing efforts and attract increased visitation annually.
The Lunaticks Society of Newcastle has enticed some of the leading names in the Tourism Industry to share their wisdom and reveal their secrets on tourism the secret of shop: unveiling the mystery behind successful online stores in the digital age.
We’ll explore the latest online technology applications that are shaping our local travel and tourism industry. What destinations should know about how to enhance their marketing efforts and attract increased visitation and what digital assets are missing to promote Newcastle as a tourist destination?
Regional Development Australia Hunter: NBN Information Session
RDA Hunter will be holding an information session on High Speed Broadband and an update on National Broadband Network (NBN) rollout on June 20th at Maitland Town Hall.
Digital technologies and faster broadband speeds will change the way we communicate and interact. socially and commercially. thus changing the fabric of society. This information session will try to explain how you and your business can utilise high speed broadband effectively.
Who Should Attend
Those who play a role in local government business to consumer reviews councils. councillors and mayors. chief executive officers. chief financial officers. chief information officers. directors. managers. business owners. marketers. publishers. educators and community groups.
