Barnaby Joyce - the LNP supports travel agents

MORE SUPPORT FOR TRAVEL AGENTS

The Morrison Joyce Government is providing $75.5 million in targeted support for travel agents and tour arrangement service providers.

The program will support eligible travel agents and tour arrangement service providers who continue to support consumers to rebook their travel using existing COVID-related travel credits.

Deputy Prime Minister and Member for New England, Barnaby Joyce, said this continued funding will help the travel sector get back on its feet after a challenging two years.

“COVID-19 hit our tourism and travel industry in New England very hard - there is no doubt about that,” the Deputy Prime Minister said.

“I have been in constant contact with businesses throughout New England to understand their concerns, and I would like to commend them all on their hard work to make it through.

“This additional funding will be a welcome boost to the sector and shows the Coalition is committed to the tourism industry.” Mr Joyce said.

New England Travel Agent and business owner, Chris Watson has welcomed the additional funding.

“After what has been a very tough 2 years in business due to the impacts COVID has had on the travel industry, the announcement of support from our Federal Government is a huge relief for our industry,” Mr Watson said.

Applications for the third round of grants will open on 29 March and close at 20 April 2022.

For more information visit: COVID-19 Consumer Travel Support Program - Austrade