Majority oppose wilderness tourism including accommodation and helicopter access, poll finds

Adam Holmes
Updated May 31 2021 - 5:05pm, first published 4:12pm
Halls Island in Lake Malbena has been the subject of public debate as a tourism proposal moves through various stages of approval. Picture: supplied
Halls Island in Lake Malbena has been the subject of public debate as a tourism proposal moves through various stages of approval. Picture: supplied

A poll has shown that the majority of the public oppose the use of Australian wilderness areas for accommodation and helicopter access, with environmental groups continuing to attack the Tasmanian government over its expressions of interest process.

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Adam Holmes

Adam Holmes

Journalist at The Examiner and Advocate, Tasmania

From Adelaide to south-west Victoria, Bendigo to Tasmania, I've provided in-depth stories in politics, environmental affairs, issues facing disadvantaged communities, legal affairs and much more. Contact me at adam.holmes@examiner.com.au or on Twitter at @adamholmes010

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