| Katz hails travel fund

THE release of $75.5 million in previously unallocated funds under the COVID-19 Consumer Travel Support Program is a much-needed boost for the travel and cruise sector, Cruise Lines International Association Managing Director Australasia Joel Katz said.

“Support for travel agents and other travel industry professionals is critical right now as we work to achieve a recovery in Australia’s travel sector,” Katz said.

“This latest initiative will provide welcome benefit to thousands of Australian businesses and individuals — many of whom will play a vital role in reviving Australia’s cruise economy and bringing back billions of dollars in economic opportunities for communities around Australia’s coasts.”