The Walshe Group has hit a golden milestone, marking 50 years of representing global aviation and destination brands in Australia and New Zealand and travel industry longevity on 1 February 2026.
The achievement reflects five decades of shaping demand, building relationships and supporting sustainable growth in the Australasian market for airline and tourism brands worldwide, including the recent addition of Brand USA to its portfolio.
Established by Rodney Walshe in 1976, The Walshe Group has grown from a small startup into an airline global sales agent (GSA) and tourism representation business across multiple markets.
The company will mark the 50th anniversary with a year-long program of industry engagement, partner celebrations and internal events with more details to come.
Reflecting on the milestone, Founder Rodney Walshe said the company’s success is driven by people and relationships.
“When I started The Walshe Group 50 years ago, the vision was simple: to build trusted partnerships and deliver meaningful results for our clients,” he said.
“The fact that the business has endured and evolved across five decades is a testament to the strength of those relationships, the dedication of our people and a willingness to adapt as the industry has changed.”
The Walshe Group is now led by CEO and Managing Director Jacqui Walshe, who has overseen a period of continued growth, diversification, technology and new markets, including an increased focus on responsible and regenerative tourism practices.
“Reaching our 50th year is a significant moment for The Walshe Group. It reflects not only our longevity, but our relevance,” she said.
“While this is a moment to reflect on our history, it is equally about the future. Our focus remains on delivering value for our partners, investing in our people and contributing positively to the future of tourism for the next 50 years and beyond.”
Find out more at walshegroup.com
