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Tourism operators flee Alice Springs amid claims fewer tourists flying into region than at height of pandemic

Tour operators in the outback destination say their industry is under "sustained attack" on multiple fronts with soaring airfares, cost of living pressure and negative crime coverage a major concern.

ABC News · Apr 19, 2023

Social Order Response Team offers 'nothing new' to tackle rising Alice Springs crime rate

A NT government plan to address soaring crime in Alice Springs receives cautious optimism from some, but a sceptic says it will likely fail without additional spending and resources.

ABC News · Oct 20, 2022

Hospitality businesses in the NT hope federal Jobs and Skills Summit can address local worker shortages

After years of worker shortages and pandemic disruption, the hospitality and tourism industry in northern Australia is crying out for more staff. But operators say localised solutions are needed from next week's federal jobs summit.

ABC News · Aug 25, 2022