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Cruise ships could revive Queensland tourism, but how will they impact its environment?
Queensland is perfectly poised to cash in when the cruise industry resumes business, but with a Federal ban on leisure ships entering Australian waters now extended, the state will have to wait.
Key points:
- Cruise lines are rerouting their voyages to cater to the domestic market
- Queensland’s infrastructure and destinations could see the industry boom in the state
- Advocates are reminding consumers to consider environment impacts when booking trips
This week Chief Medical Officer Paul Kelly and Health Minister Greg Hunt announced that the ban on cruising, originally slated to be lifted on December 17, would be continue until mid-March.
Cruise Line International Association (CLIA) managing director Joel Katz said Queensland, with 14 ports –…
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