Cape York Weekly FREE – #075 | Tuesday, March 15, 2022
Editor: Matt Nicholls 0477 450 558 | editor@capeyorkweekly.com.au
SURGE TO IMPACT CAPE YORK ECONOMY
Fuel price concern By MATT NICHOLLS
RECORD breaking fuel prices are already starting to have an impact on Cape York residents and businesses but there are concerns the real pain will be felt during the tourist season. As locals adjust to sharp price rises of more than 40 per cent, tourism operators and retailers are hoping the pain at the bowser eases before southerners begin their trips north. “If these prices stay this high then I’m sure there will be many people reconsidering their travel plans,” said Dave Donald, the vice president of the Western Cape Chamber of Commerce. “And if they do still travel, they are likely to have less money to spend on tours, souvenirs and eating out. “I’m hopeful we’ll see prices drop soon because the Cape is preparing for a massive tourist season. All the borders are open and a lot of people are looking forward to making the trip north.” Brooke Quartermaine runs Weipa Camping Ground and says the phone and email had been running hot all year with bookings and enquiries. “We’ve had two full-time people in the office, plus me, which is one more than we normally have at this time of year,” she said. “International travel is still a bit uncertain and people have been hanging out to come to the Cape.” Continued – Page 2
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FUTURE IN GOOD HANDS
Jasmine Williams and Coby Morton are this year’s Western Cape College captains. The Year 12 duo were among more than 50 students that were presented with their leadership badges last week. Pictures – Page 9
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