Govt drops indexation of departure tax

Govt drops indexation of departure tax
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The travel industry has won a major battle after the government last night dropped a plan to index the departure tax to the rate of inflation.

The proposal was scrapped following pressure from the Coalition and Greens after intense lobbying by industry groups.

The $8 increase to the Passenger Movement Charge will remain however.

The Australian Tourism Export Council (ATEC) described the development as a “pretty momentous occasion” for the industry.

More later.

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