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Tourism in Norfolk Island has picked up dramatically in the past few weeks as Australians revel in the opportunity to take what is effectively an overseas holiday.
Norfolk’s economy, largely built on tourism, was suffering even before the Covid-19 lockdowns.
However, with options limited for the would-be Australian tourist, there have been big numbers in February and now close to record arrivals in March which are delighting the industry.
There are now six flights to Norfolk Island.
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The president of the Accommodation and Tourism Association, Rael Donde, said one indication of the influx of visitors was the shortage of rental cars.
He said there was significant latent demand from Australians forced to delay trips away.
Donde said there were now six flights, up from three previously.
He also noted marketing had stepped up further now in an effort to take further advantage of the borders opening between Norfolk and the Australian mainland.
This story was originally published onRNZ.co.nz and is republished with permission.
