Published on Thursday, 13 July 2023 at 5:03:16 PM
Media Release
Mid West and Gascoyne Audio Tour
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
KEY POINTS:
- Partnership between Storytowns Audio Guides and the Shire of Meekatharra
- A leisurely drive through the towns will uncover intriguing sites and stories guided by the geo-located Storytowns App, which will play automatically as you near them.
- Storytowns App can be downloaded FREE from the app store www.storytowns.com
Beyond the Tourist Trail
Discover Meekatharra with Storytowns Audio Guides
The Shire of Meekatharra has joined forces with Storytowns Audio Guides to create an innovative way for visitors to explore the region. Through the Storytowns app, travellers can take a leisurely drive and uncover intriguing sites and stories, guided by geo-located podcasts that play automatically as they near each location.
The audio guides not only enrich Meekatharra’s identity but also encourages travellers to "stop-stay-spend-explore.” The guides also ensure the preservation of local history and stories while championing the incredible individuals who call this region home.
The comprehensive audio tours encompass 17 towns throughout the Mid West and Gascoyne regions including Meekatharra, Carnamah, Coorow, Cue, Gascoyne Junction, Green Head, Latham, Leeman, Mingenew, Morawa, Mount Magnet, Mullewa, Murchison, Nanson, Perenjori, Sandstone and Yalgoo.
We are thrilled to partner with Storytowns Audio Guides to offer this exciting and innovative way for visitors to explore our town and region," said Svenja Clare, Community Development & Services Manager. "The Storytowns app provides an accessible and engaging channel for travellers to discover local history and stories, meet our locals, and uncover the unique charm of our region. This partnership supports our destination branding efforts, grows our visitor economy, and preserves our local stories and culture. We invite everyone to download the app and explore Meekatharra with Storytowns Audio Guides!"
The unique Storytowns app plays audio guides automatically as travellers drive into each town with geo-located podcasts, eliminating the need for scrolling or searching. The Mid West and Gascoyne audio guides are available via the Storytowns app, which can be downloaded from the App Store or www.storytowns.com
For media inquiries, please contact:
RUSSELL MCGILTON
Storytowns Producer
Phone: 0468 839 709
Email: russell@storytowns.com.au
or the Shire of Meekatharra
SVENJA CLARE
Community Development & Services Manager
Phone: 08 9980 0600
Email: cdsm@meekashire.wa.gov.au
KJ MATTHEWS
Chief Executive Officer
13 July 2023
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