Tourism Australia confirms cancellation of ATE20

Tourism Australia confirms cancellation of ATE20

Tourism Australia has today confirmed the cancellation of its flagship trade event showcase, the Australian Tourism Exchange (ATE), due to take place in Melbourne in May 2020.

The decision follows today’s announcement by Australia’s prime minister and chief medical officer no longer permitting non-essential indoor gatherings of greater than 100 people, in addition to recently introduced travel restrictions requiring that everyone arriving into Australia must self-isolate for 14 days.

Tourism Australia managing director Phillipa Harrison said: “Whilst the decision to cancel this year’s ATE is obviously deeply disappointing, and a further blow to our industry, the health and welfare of attendees has to be our primary concern.

“We’ve been monitoring the evolving coronavirus situation very closely and our scenario planning has, of course, included our forthcoming program of trade and industry events.

“We have made the decision to cancel ATE20 due to the situation unfolding globally and the effect it is having on travel.

“We will be providing a full refund of registration fees to all buyer and seller delegates.”

Tourism Australia said it will continue to review all future events on an ongoing basis and provide updates as relevant.

The organisation plans to announce the details of ATE21 shortly, including venue and dates.

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