Australian government to aid tourism industry as bush fires recede

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MELBOURNE (REUTERS) - The Australian government said on Sunday (Jan 19) it will channel A$76 million (S$70.40 million) to the tourism industry as recent heavy rains have dampened many of the months-long bush fires, allowing the country to look to recovery.. Read more at straitstimes.com.

MELBOURNE - The Australian government said on Sunday it will channel A$76 million to the tourism industry as recent heavy rains have dampened many of the months-long bush fires, allowing the country to look to recovery.

Some 29 people and millions of animals have been killed so far in the burning bush in Australia - a country famous for its pristine beaches, abundant wildlife and open-air sporting events. Asked on ABC News television on Sunday whether A$76 million is sufficient, Tourism Minister Simon Birmingham said it was an initial package.

Victoria, New South Wales and Queensland, three of the states that are popular tourist destinations but which have been hit hard by the fires, are now dealing with rain bucketing down in some areas, causing floods and landslides.

 

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Tourists visit Australia because its unique natural environment is one of its major attraction. Positively manage the climate change and the environment, let nature regain its health, and tourists will ‘naturally’ return. By denying causes of climate change, no aid can help.

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