(Source: www.industry.gov.au/Impact)

• September 2004 saw a small 1.2% increase in international visitor numbers over September 2003.
• Our previously strong performers- Malaysia, Taiwan, Indonesia and Singapore all under performing compared to this time last year.
• Falls were also recorded in Europe and the USA.
• New Zealand, Japan and China provided growth along with Thailand (up 42%), although Thailand comes off a low base.
• In the period January- September, total visitor numbers were up by 12.7% on this period last year.
• The Tourism Forecasting Council is predicting increased growth of 9.9% for 2004 over 2003 despite increased oil prices.

More information: www.industry.gov.au/impact