JULIE WORTH

Committee: School Services

Company: Karrabee Bus & Coach

Position: Owner/Manager

About Julie

Julie's self-employment origins were in the Pineapple Industry, responsible for marketing fresh pineapples to all states of Australia and exporting to New Zealand. Business skills were further developed with ownership of a seafood market for 16 years.

Julie has 30 years’ experience in the bus industry as Owner/Manager of Karrabee Bus and Coach, the business connects the communities of the Mary Valley to Gympie. Karrabee Bus and Coach provides school transport and charters for sporting and community groups as well as private charter.

Julie shares her passion for Outback Queensland by specializing in tours visiting Outback Pubs which incorporate the Birdsville Races, the Big Red Bash and other major events in Outback Queensland.

Julie has served in positions on various committees including local and regional Tourism Associations and has an extensive knowledge of the Bus Industry. As part of her commitment to make a difference, Julie has employed and trained over 150 trainees in tourism, hospitality, landscaping, and driver operations.

The end goal being to meet and exceed expectations of Queensland bus passengers, Julie would like to see the roll out of digital enhancements and a real focus on valuing all stakeholders within the industry.