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With results for Australia’s Federal election now confirmed and Ministerial announcements made by incoming Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, the industry awaits a new direction in Government policy and activity. It’s worth reflecting that the Labor Party’s manifesto going into the election was far simpler than at past elections, echoing existing funding and infrastructure commitments while focussing largely on integrity, combatting climate change, Asia-Pacific relations and Anthony Albanese not being Scott Morrison. However, with few specific policy pledges - for example, in health, commitments were largely restricted to funding for Medicare and aged care, with no mention of support for physical activity - a question arises as to whether Australia’s new Government actually has a vision for events, environment, fitness and activity, heritage, sport and tourism? In opposition last year and again in the early weeks of Government, Federal Treasurer Jim Chalmers has said he would be using New Zealand’s ‘wellbeing budget’ model for his own first budget in October. What Treasurer Chalmers’ interpretation of wellbeing is remains to be seen but at this time it might be the case for this industry to influence that. Beyond the wellbeing aspiration, individual ministers have not yet been vocal about their expectations and aims. Is that because of their not having their teams in place, a void in policy or a desire to pause, engage and learn? Let’s hope it’s the latter, with these new ministers keen to engage with industry and to understand what it can deliver. Dealing with industry may be more beneficial than engaging with government agencies stacked with Coalition-leaning board appointees. For reference the new Federal Ministers in leisure portfolios include: Cabinet level positions Senator Don Farrell as Trade and Tourism minister, a role he has held before, while also being Senate Leader as well as the Special Minister of State. Tony Burke as Minister for the Arts and Minister for Employment and Workplace Relations as well as being Leader of the House. Tanya Plibersek as Environment and Water Minister. Chris Bowen as Minister for Climate Change and Energy. Outer Ministry Anika Wells as Minister for Aged Care and Minister for Sport. Kristy McBain as Minister for Industry Development and Territories.
Heavy falls mark the start of the snow season In Association with
It’s heartening that the ski industry, hard hit during the COVID pandemic, is experiencing a strong commencement to the winter season, with early snowfalls being described as delivering its best start in 20 years. With low temperatures, lifts running and accommodation rapidly filling up for the months ahead, winter forecasts are predicting a better than average snow season, with welcome natural falls boosted thanks to state-of-the-art snow making technology ensuring a great experience for visitors. Nigel Benton, Publisher
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