The Business Compass is where we zoom out from the day-to-day grind and look at the bigger picture shaping tourism, small business, and the digital tools that connect them. Here, we unpack industry trends, policy shifts, technology changes, and what they actually mean for the people running businesses on the ground.

You’ll find practical insights on things like digital infrastructure, traveller behaviour, funding and support programs, and the platforms that help (or hinder) growth. Our goal is to translate the noise into something clear, useful, and grounded in real-world context, especially for tourism operators, event and festival organisers, and the organisations that support them.

If you’re trying to make sense of where the industry is headed, how to adapt without losing your footing, and where the real opportunities might be hiding, this is your guide.