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Morgan Reinwald

UNCOVERED: Higher exit tax fails to fly with tourism sector - Caught on Camera

The federal government's move to charge people leaving Australia more has not gone down well. (Steven Markham/AAP PHOTOS)

The federal government's timing is off with its latest proposal to charge Australians flying overseas an extra $10, travel industry leaders say.

The government introduced legislation to parliament on Wednesday to impose the $80 fee on departing Australians and international visitors, up from $70.

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