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The Federal Government’s extension of the international travel ban for 3 more months, while not unexpected, reinforces the need for wider, ongoing support for travel agents and businesses.The Federal Government announced yesterday that the human biosecurity emergency period under the Biosecurity Act 2015 would extend to 17 September 2021.

Quotes from AFTA Chair Tom Manwaring:
“The decision to extend the international travel ban is not that much of a surprise especially given the low COVID-vaccination take up in Australia.”

“We look forward to the ongoing adoption of common-sense positive measures to get Australians travelling again including the impending introduction of more Safe Travel Zones with selected “Green” destinations.”

“We need more Australians getting vaccinated and being encouraged to get vaccinated.”

“We need greater clarity on the decision triggers for Government on re-opening our international border.”

“Most of all we need ongoing support for Australia’s travel agents and businesses who are performing such important work in supporting customers and whose skill and expertise will be so heavily relied on as Australians start travelling again given the complexities of COVID-travel.”