Welcome to Destination Goulburn Valley, on Yorta Yorta Country.

Where our seasons are defined by plants, animals and weather patterns. These cycles have determined where to forage, hunt, gather and camp for generations of people.

Where producing food runs in our family and our family of growers feed the nation.

Where we bake, bottle, can, cure, harvest, distil, cellar and toast our mates with ciders and brews.

Where neighbourhood markets offer tastes of the world.

We are Destination Goulburn Valley.

Who are we?

Destination Goulburn Valley has been championing the Goulburn Valley region since the Board's formation 20 years ago.

We are the independent advocate for the Goulburn Valley to be recognised as a leading visitor destination.

We’re a passionate and commercially focused group dedicated to realising the benefits of Victoria’s growing visitor economy.

Leading the Visitor Destination

Meet the Board

  • Vicki Scott

    Executive Officer

    Biography coming soon.

  • Eugenie Stragalinos

    Chair of Board

    The founder of EMS Consulting, with over 30 years' in the private and public sectors. Guiding clients and business to improve results and implement complex business transformations and organisational change. Eugenie brings experience in working with executives and leaders, and supports clients to achieve excellence through redesign, adaption of new technologies, cultural and change management and organisational realignment.

  • Michael De Maria

    Treasurer

    A deeply valued board member of DGV since 2015. Michael’s passion for hospitality shines in his work as Property Manager of Quest Shepparton. His vision extends beyond managing properties, as he actively contributes to the growth and development of the tourism industry in the region. His commitment to excellence in service and his forward-thinking approach have made him a valuable asset in both his role as a property manager and as a board member, driving positive change in the hospitality and tourism sectors.

  • Jade Burley

    Board Member

    Not only the curator of the Museum of Vehicle Evolution (MOVE) in Shepparton, Jade is also an active board member of Destination Goulburn Valley.

    Jade is passionate about preserving Australia’s rich motoring history, and even more focused on creating fulfilling visitor experiences for the Goulburn Valley region, so that it can continue to develop as a tourist hub.

  • Haley Collins

    Board Member

    Hayley is a passionate Goulburn Valley local having been born, raised, and spending most of her life in and around the region. She holds a wealth of skill and experience in risk, compliance, and governance. She is currently employed as Chief Risk Officer and Company Secretary for the Goulburn Murray Credit Union.

    Hayley also owns and operates an Airbnb, ‘The Grand on Yarra’, with her husband Peter. They are both extremely committed to providing high quality accommodation experiences to guests travelling in and around our region and promoting all the Goulburn Valley has on offer.

  • Gobie Raju

    Board Member

    Gobie Raju brings to the Goulburn Valley a diverse global background after migrating to Australia in 2010. Gobie is a proud family man, with 2 sons both successful business people in their own right and his wife Dr Usha an Anaesthetist at the Shepparton Private Hospital.

    Under a 15 year period he redeveloped multiple businesses including the BelCibo’s function hall, Last Straw Cafe, Bean Around Coffee Roasters and acquired the Maude Street churches. Gobie is also a stakeholder and business partner with Black Rabbit distillery and has become a leader in the community who is well-connected in supporting entrepreneurs in making their product and service based dreams a reality in the GV.

In particular, we would like to acknowledge and thank the following for their dedication and contribution:

Carrie Donaldson
Ross Graham
Cheryl Hammer
Kate Smith
Sandra Vazzoler
Glenda Farrington
Brendan Magee
Alice Tallis
Ingrid Thomas
Louise Tremper

Along the way many individuals and organisations have invested time, energy and experience to ensure the voices of local tourism operators and the needs of the tourism industry are taken into consideration by local and state government.  

Interested in joining the Board?

From time to time we have casual and formal vacancies. Should you wish to learn more about joining our voluntary Board please email us.