16 February 2026 – CT Partners has welcomed its 34th member, marking a record milestone for the independent travel buying group, with Locale Travel set to officially commence from 1 March.
The addition of Locale Travel reflects CT Partners’ continued momentum and increasing recognition from entrepreneurial travel businesses seeking a transparent, member-focused model.
Quotes attributed from Meg Dolan, Commercial and Finance Manager, on Locale’s move to CT Partners.
”2026 marks a significant milestone for us, as we celebrate 10 years of Locale. As part of its next phase of strategic growth, Locale Travel will transition to Gullivers Corporate, aligning its brand with sister company Gullivers, a leading specialist in sports, event and group travel.
In that context, it felt both timely and logical to align with CT Partners as our chosen affiliation for the years ahead – one that will support our continued evolution and carry us confidently into the next phase of growth.”
Comments attributable to Matt Masson, CEO, CT Partners:
“Reaching 34 members is a significant milestone for CT Partners and we are incredibly proud that another business of Locale Travel’s calibre has recognised the value of our unique and fully transparent model. As a not-for-profit, our purpose is singular: to grow our members’ businesses, not our own.
“One of the greatest strengths of CT Partners is the calibre of our membership and the willingness of members to share insight, experience and expertise.”
“When strong independent businesses come together in a collaborative environment, the whole network becomes more resilient and more competitive.”
“We look forward to welcoming Locale Travel and supporting them through this transition as they integrate the Gullivers Sports business into their group.”
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About CT Partners
Founded in 2004, CT Partners stands out as Australia’s leading independently owned travel-buying network, consistently championing the interests of its members by passing through 100% of supplier payments and driving innovation. CT Partners’ members are 34 of the most successful independent corporate-travel-management firms, events companies and premium-leisure agencies and represent the third largest buying group in Australia, with TTV of $2.2B in FY25. Each year, CT Partners member businesses look after the needs of more than 1.3 million travellers.