Destination Central West is committed to advocating for the sustainable growth, competitiveness, and resilience of the Central West visitor economy. Our goal is to represent the collective voice of the Central West visitor economy to government, influence decision-making that supports regional tourism growth, strengthen recognition of our region as a vital contributor to the NSW visitor economy, and ensure alignment of regional priorities with NSW government strategies and frameworks.
See below for current submissions and advocacy priorities for Destination Central West.
Great Western Highway Disruption | March 2026
Following the closure of the Great Western Highway at Victoria Pass, DNCW is working with industry, councils and government partners to support the region. Find industry resources, survey links and data and relevant updates.
Sydney to Central West Corridors White Paper | Mar 2026
This Position Statement was submitted to Transport for NSW in February 2026. An addendum was added 12th March 2026 regarding the Great Western Highway closure and impacts.
Land Tax Treatment of
Agritourism in NSW | Feb 2026
This Position Statement was submitted to Destination NSW in February 2026. The paper outlines DNCW’s concerns regarding the current application of land tax to primary producers undertaking agritourism activities in New South Wales.
Draft Central West & Orana Strategic Regional Integrated Transport Plan | Nov 2025
Transport for NSW’s Draft Central West and Orana Strategic Regional Integrated Transport Plan provides a 20-year vision and defines the key transport priorities for the region to support community, land use and transport needs, now and into the future.
