South Australia’s Mid North and Yorke Tourism Zone

South Australia’s Mid North and Yorke Tourism Zone is the peak regional tourism organisation for the Clare Valley, Yorke Peninsula and Southern Flinders.

The Tourism Zone facilitates visitor economy growth by supporting product and experience development, building industry capability, and identifying investment opportunities with industry and local government. It works closely with regional stakeholders and the South Australian Tourism Commission to coordinate activities, share insights, and support destination marketing. All activity is focused on delivering sustainable growth with positive outcomes for regional communities and the environment.

The organisation is led by a Chief Executive Officer and governed by a skills-based Board of Directors. The Board provides leadership to ensure the organisation’s ongoing success, aligned with its purpose, vision, values and strategic objectives.

To find out more contact:

Ms Mim Ward
CEO
SA Mid North and Yorke Tourism Zone
E: [email protected]
W: clarevalley.com.au

Clare Valley
Clare Valley

 

 

Meet the board

The new Board will provide strategic direction, foster partnerships across communities, and support sustainable tourism growth throughout the region. The appointed Directors bring a wealth of regional knowledge, leadership experience, and a shared commitment to advancing tourism:

  • Sandy Verschoor (Chair)
  • Anne Minion
  • Angela Ruddenklau
  • Bridget Johns
  • Belinda Heinrich
  • Dylan Strong
  • John Bell

This diverse group ensures the tourism zone reflects local priorities while aligning with broader tourism strategies for South Australia.

 MEET THE BOARD 

REGION DOCUMENTS - Yorke Peninsula

Value of Tourism - Yorke Peninsula

FACTSHEET: Tourism statistics for the region: Results for Year Ending December 2023 (released: June 2024).

Regional Profile - Yorke Peninsula

PROFILE: Results for Year Ending December 2024 - Released: June 2025

South Australian Regional Visitor Strategy 2025 – Yorke Peninsula

Region-specific priorities outlined in the South Australian Regional Visitor Strategy 2025

Regional Visitor Strategy progress snapshot 2024 – Yorke Peninsula

Region-specific outcomes achieved in 2024, aligned with the South Australian Regional Visitor Strategy 2025 (released June 2025).

Regional Visitor Strategy progress snapshot 2023 – Yorke Peninsula

Region-specific outcomes achieved in 2023, aligned with the South Australian Regional Visitor Strategy 2025 (released April 2024).

Regional Visitor Strategy progress snapshot 2022 – Yorke Peninsula

Region-specific outcomes achieved in 2022, aligned with the South Australian Regional Visitor Strategy 2025 (released May 2023).

Regional Visitor Strategy progress snapshot 2021 – Yorke Peninsula

Region-specific outcomes achieved in 2021, aligned with the South Australian Regional Visitor Strategy 2025 (released May 2022).

REGION DOCUMENTS - Clare Valley

Value of Tourism - Clare Valley

FACTSHEET: Tourism statistics for the region: Results for Year Ending December 2024 (released: July 2025).

Regional Profile - Clare Valley

PROFILE: Results for Year Ending December 2024 - Released: June 2025

South Australian Regional Visitor Strategy 2025 – Clare Valley

Region-specific priorities outlined in the South Australian Regional Visitor Strategy 2025

Regional Visitor Strategy progress snapshot 2024 – Clare Valley

Region-specific outcomes achieved in 2024, aligned with the South Australian Regional Visitor Strategy 2025 (released June 2025).

Regional Visitor Strategy progress snapshot 2023 – Clare Valley

Region-specific outcomes achieved in 2023, aligned with the South Australian Regional Visitor Strategy 2025 (released April 2024).

Regional Visitor Strategy progress snapshot 2022 – Clare Valley

Region-specific outcomes achieved in 2022, aligned with the South Australian Regional Visitor Strategy 2025 (released May 2023).

Regional Visitor Strategy progress snapshot 2021 – Clare Valley

Region-specific outcomes achieved in 2021, aligned with the South Australian Regional Visitor Strategy 2025 (released May 2022).