The prime minister is facing pressure from state leaders to cut some of the government’s petrol and diesel excise, as fuel prices skyrocket
The minister for trade and tourism, Dan Tehan, was on RN Breakfast just now, and indicated that the emergency ban on cruise ships could be lifted soon, saying an announcement will be made “in the next couple of days.” Asked what health measures will be taken to prevent another Ruby Princess debacle, Tehan said it was down to State health officials.
A lot of work has been done to make sure that the protocols are in place, including making sure that we can collaboratively work between federal government responsibilities and use and state and territory government responsibilities. Tehan also said he hoped increased fuel prices wouldn’t affect the tourism industry too extensively: “All the research we’re seeing is that the people who want to make a trip and come to Australia.. are prepared to pay to do so..
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