What percentage of Australia is tourism?
In 2019, tourism in Australia accounted for 3.1% of the national GDP, contributing $60.8 billion to the Australian economy. The means that tourism GDP grew at a faster rate than the national economy. Of this, 26% came from international visitors to Australia while 74% came from domestic tourism.
How Covid has affected tourism in Australia?
In the year to March quarter 2021, tourism filled jobs fell by 5.1 per cent to 662,700, according to figures released today by the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS). Tourism jobs held by females (346,200) have been more impacted in the year ending March 2021, with 33,200 (-8.8 per cent) jobs lost since March 2020.
What country visits Australia the most?
New Zealand
New Zealand continued to be the leading destination for Australians travelling overseas, with nearly 1.5 million short-term trips in 2019, according to new data released today by the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS).
Who is Australia’s official tourism research body?
Australia (TRA)
Tourism Research Australia (TRA) provides independent research and insights for the tourism industry. TRA are recognised as the leading authority on tourism research.
Where can I find tourism statistics for Australia?
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Why is tourism so important to the economy of Australia?
This report tracks how Australians feel about travelling domestically and is updated fortnightly. Download our latest infographic on the economic importance of tourism. Tourism is one of Australia’s biggest economic contributor and employer. There are several different agencies and data sources that provide statistics on tourism in Australia.
How many people travel to Australia each year?
19,600 Australian citizens arrivals (36%), 7,100 permanent visa holders (13%), 20,300 New Zealand citizens (37%) and 8,100 temporary visa holders (15%) March 2021 original estimates for short-term trips (less than 1 year): Australian resident returns from overseas increased 10.3% since the previous month to 9,250 trips.
What does Tourism Australia do on social media?
Tourism Australia’s Social media program focuses on starting conversations about Australia through key platforms like Instagram, Twitter and Facebook. The Aussie Specialist Program (ASP) is designed to provide frontline travel sellers from around the globe with the knowledge and skills to best sell Australia.
