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Newman Government supports Superyacht sector
DestinationQ a catalyst for less red tape and more visiting superyachtsSuperyacht Australia had a presence at the DestinationQ conference held in the Gold Coast last month to ensure the voice of the superyacht and marine sector was heard.
This is the second consecutive DestinationQ conference and Superyacht Australia’s presence at these conferences has ensured excellent awareness of the sector and resulted in ongoing communication between the Queensland Government and Superyacht Australia, the lobby group says.
Premier Newman has now submitted a letter of support to the federal government's Treasurer advising of his support for the review of the charter regulations currently placed on foreign superyachts visiting Australia.
Recognising the potential for growth in the visitation of superyachts and the benefit visitation brings to the core pillars of the Queensland economy, Premier Newman’s letter stated: “I wish to express my support for the submission and would very much like to see the current restrictions reviewed.”
Another key issue for the Queensland superaycht sector is the need for support of the request to the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority to amend the 35-metre rule for superyachts in the Great Barrier Reef and to look at the infrastructure now required to support this significant part of the Queensland economy.
Newman confirmed his readiness to support the reduction in red tape and regulation where growth is being hindered. Superyacht Australia will be driving the support of this with the government.
Another key area of discussion was to ensure a visitation program for superyachts wanting to visit the Gold Coast during the Commonwealth Games in 2018.
DestinationQ is a whole-of-government initiative to grow tourism and re-position this state as the number one tourist destination in Australia. As a result of the conference, 18 strategies were derived which the State government has committed to undertake.
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