Tasmanian Industry - Intepretation

Thematic Interpretation Trainers

PROFILES FOR THEMATIC INTERPRETATION TRAINERS OF TRAINERS

The TORE model of thematic interpretation is widely considered as an international model of best practice.

Thirteen Tasmanian based certified trainers have completed the TORE Training-of-Trainers-Program requiring demonstrated competence both in the theory and practice of the TORE interpretative approach.

These trainers are skilled in the principles of communication, mastery of thematic reasoning and the ability to design and deliver outcome-based professional training focussed on TORE principles and are available to deliver introductory workshops.

Below is a list of trainers including their background and profile available to deliver Introductory TORE Workshops.

Alan Rider
Cathie Plowman
Graham Angel
Chris Mead
Julie Marshall
 Margie Jenkin
Phil Fitzpatrick
Janelle Payne
Anna Housego

Please click on the name for more information and contact details for trainers.

Alan Rider
Alan's role with Events Tasmania as an Event Development Consultant focuses on guiding the professional and sustainable growth and creativity elements in the building of unforgettable event experiences.

The building of such experiences in line with the broader Tasmanian Experience Strategy places a strong emphasis on thematic interpretation as the desired approach to strategic communication in the event design and creation process.

Supported events are guided and evaluated through a contractual process towards delivering growth for the number of visitors attracted to Tasmania balancing with the desired positive, local community social and environmental outcomes.

Alan works with events guiding growth in their governance, operations and management maturity flowing from their concept and creative development.

The theoretical foundations and practical implementation processes of the thematic communication process apply across the broader Events Tasmania Unit strategic actions around Event Industry Development, Event Attraction and Research and the Marketing and Communication roles.

Alan Rider
Events Tasmania
Level 4, 111 Macquarie Street
HOBART TAS 7000
 Phone: (03) 6233 5709
Mobile: 0409 334 247
Alan.Rider@events.tas.gov.au

Cathie Plowman
Currently working as an interpretation officer for Parks and Wildlife Service. The areas that Cathy would like to pursue are:

  • Cave and karst interpretation (both develop private productions and perhaps in conjunction with the Australian Speleological Federation)
  • Developing interpretive resources for cave guides and teachers
  • Interpretation training as a consultant
  • Research on cave tourism and the visitor experience (perhaps via Masters)
  • Voice training skills for tourism

Graham AngelGraham Angel
Graham lives in the Hobart area and part-time in the Central Highlands of Tasmania. Born and bred in Tassie, he has lived and travelled in New Zealand and the mainland, mainly up and down the east coast.

At an early age Graham was taken bush by family members, being involved in Field Nats and Walking Clubs. He grew to love our country from an early age. This passion has continued into his current love of trout and fly fishing, which grew out of the bushwalking days.

Graham has a working background in many facets of design, drafting, construction and signage. A position held at Forestry Tasmania, evolving into becoming their Visitor Services Officer over a 20 year period. In this position he has covered the whole of the State delivering design and signage for all State forest recreation areas and walking tracks. It also involved running training workshops for Technical Forester training course and district staff in the delivery of visitor services to the public.

Much of the work in latter years involved all areas of interpretation, from planning to installation. From his background, he understood the importance of product integration with all on ground facilities, so that interpretation was integrated in the whole design of a site.

Graham's work also involved being part of many inter-agency working groups to deliver a holistic approach the delivery of a quality tourism product in our natural areas. One of the major projects being the Tasmania 60 Great Short Walks.

He has been involved with Sam Ham since he first came to the State and has completed all his training and also hold certificates in Train the Trainer levels 2 and 4.

Chris MeadChris Mead
Interpretation Consultant ~ Training and Education

  • Presenting Tourism Tasmania endorsed T.O.R.E introductory workshops
  • Developing Thematic Interpretation Programs for Tourism & Events
  • Delivering workplace training for Nationally Recognized Qualifications
  • Events Performer
  • Forum Facilitator and MC

Events Meet and Greet Character ~ "Buttons the Burnie Burrowing Crayfish"
Storytelling Performer ~ Natural and Cultural Heritage Interpretation
School Performances ~ Environmental Theatre Education

Chris Mead's Creature Tales inspires enthusiasm for Tasmanian natural and cultural heritage. Professionally trained with twenty years experience, Chris plays a key role in assisting organisations in adopting thematic interpretation processes. This strategic approach to heritage interpretation and conservation has received much acclaim locally and overseas.

Find yourself at a Creature tales performance and prepare to engage in play, participation and an unforgettable learning experience. A network of island support and a varied client base includes the tourism sector, theatre companies, government departments, conservation agencies, training organisations, schools and other learning institutions.

Havenview Primary School Performance ~ CREATURE TALES OF THE FLIPPERED
"It was unbelievably funny and a great learning experience. I would definitely rate it ten out of ten!" Lucas aged 12

Chris Mead
214 Main Road
PENGUIN TAS 7316
Phone: (03) 6437 0870
Mobile: 0439 614 186
creature.tales@bigpond.com

Julie MarshallJulie Marshall

 

Julie Marshall
Steward/Guide Supervisor & Interpretation Officer
West Coast Wilderness Railway
STRAHAN TAS 7468
Phone: (03) 64717439
Mobile: 0428 717 702
julie.marshall@federalresorts.com.au

Margie JenkinMargie Jenkin
Margie Jenkin believes that good interpretation is paramount in connecting people with places.

Her respect for effective communication has grown through various experiences as a traveller and guide. Since 1996 Margie has worked on a casual basis for Tourism Tasmania, mostly as a co-ordinator and guide with the Visiting Journalist Program. Margie's classroom learnings have developed through studying a Diploma in Tourism Management, then later a Degree in Natural Environment and Wilderness Studies, Margie works for the Tasmanian Parks and Wildlife Service.
She has taught interpretation as part of the Certificate IV in Ecotourism Guiding at Drysdale. Margie believes that the best interpreters enrol empathy, passion, commitment and wit to ultimately engage and inspire their audience.

* Ranger - Tasmanian Parks and Wildlife Service
* Co-ordinator and Guide - Tourism Tasmania Visiting Journalist Program
* Freelance Writer

Margie Jenkin
5a Bracken Lane
FERN TREE TAS 7054
Phone: (03) 6257 1420
Mobile: 0419 564 840
Margie.Jenkin@parks.tas.gov.au

 

Phil FitzpatrickPhil Fitzpatrick
Born in Tasmania, Phil has spent a decade working within the Tourism Industry as a guide and trainer, whilst co-currently running a freelance design business.

His early years on the West Coast were with the Round Earth Co. Dividing his time between Sarah Island as a guide, performing a leading role in the play 'the Ship that never was' and tackling stage and set design work for the theatre company, as well as marketing material.

Phil's major work within Thematic Interpretation is two fold: As a guide trainer he possesses many years of acting and guiding experience and incorporates solid teaching of the principles of Thematic Interpretation with practical skills. Always with the focus that Thematic Interpretation is a tool to effective communication.

As a designer these principles are also evident in his creative visual work.

Phil has conducted guide Training for Forestry, S.P.A.C.E, Round Earth Co., Historic Ghost tours and recently worked in the role of Guiding Manager at The Port Arthur Historic site.

His most recent design projects include: Design of the interpretive signage and guide book for the West Coast Wilderness Railway , Web-site and brochure design for Maria Island Walks , Freycinet adventures, West Coast Tourism , the Round Earth Co. and World Heritage Cruises.

Phil offers extensive practical experience with a deep understanding of Interpretation as a communication tool and a strong presentation style combined with a genuine passion for the Tourism, guiding and Tasmania.

Phil Fitzpatrick
Design, Interpretation, Visual Communication, Brand Application
Phone: (03) 6248 7603
Mobile: 0418 127 833
phil.fitz@bigpond.com

Janelle PayneJanelle Payne
Janelle is one of those proud born and bred locals coming from a long line of story tellers.

Passionate about all things Tasmanian she has worked with a diversity of organisations within Tasmania including government departments and private industry. Janelle loves to work with local communities to help them discover tourism potentials and opportunities, training and equipping Tour Guides will the skills of the trade.

Janelle has worked as a guide, owned and operated accommodation and tour guiding businesses, B & B Manager and Business Manager of the Mole Creek Karst National Park and is currently working as a private tourism consultant. Janelle continues to work as a private tour guide where her style of guiding is demand from individuals, couples, small groups and special interest groups who want a more meaningful and genuine Tasmanian experience.

Janelle has national qualifications in tour guiding, first aid, search and rescue, remote area first aid and has successfully conducted 1 and 2 day workshops with TransTrain clients, Maxwell Coaches, Tasman Bush Tours, staff from West Coast Wilderness Railway, Port Arthur Historic Site, Female Factory, Grandview Cheeses, Derwent River Estuary group, Penghana Guest House and Steps tourism students.

Inspired by place, Janelle believes Tasmania and surrounding islands are among 'one of the world's most outstanding areas of international significance' . She is passionate about inspiring the visitor with wonder and awe. Her other ambition is to encourage and inspire tour guides to strive for excellence by equipping them with the necessary knowledge, skills, tools and techniques.

Experience gained from Interpretation planning and development, devising and implementing tour guide training programs working as a guide and conducting Thematic Interpretation workshops adds a depth to Janelle's ability to work with guides at the grass roots level as well as with management teams looking to develop a Thematic Interpretation plan.

If you are looking for a private guide, itinerary planner or staff training, or you just want to chat about tour guiding and thematic interpretation, Janelle would love to hear from you.

In her spare time Janelle goes wandering through unexplored regions of Tasmania!

Janelle Payne
PO Box 373
LATROBE TAS 7307
Mobile: 0437 983 483
janellepayne@dodo.com.au

Anna HousegoAnna Housego
Hobart-based Anna Housego has more than 25 years experience in strategic communication, including interpretation planning and implementation. She has a strong client base in the tourism sector and has influenced the development of many of Tasmania's leading visitor attractions since establishing an independent practice in late 2002.

Anna has trained in Thematic Interpretation with Prof. Sam Ham, who developed the approach, and has worked closely with him on a number of projects. She also co-wrote the Tasmanian Thematic Interpretation Planning Manual with Prof. Ham, in conjunction with Prof. Betty Weiler, head of tourism at Monash University.

She works with tourism businesses, State Government agencies, local government and community groups and delivers Thematic Interpretation training that includes:

•  introductory workshops;
•  theme development;
•  facilitation of interpretation planning;
•  mentoring (one-on-one or small groups); and
•  guide training.

Anna is a member of the Interpretation Australia Association. She is also part of the Tasmanian thematic interpretation professional development group, sponsored by Tourism Tasmania.

Anna Housego
strategic communication
research & writing services
GPO Box 872
HOBART TAS 7001
Phone: (03) 6223 6446
Mobile: 0438 103 570