Business as Usual for Fraser Coast Tourism

Hervey Bay

The worst of the wet and windy weather has "checked out" of the Fraser Coast and it is now business as usual for visitors to one of Queensland's favourite tourism destinations.

Tourism Fraser Coast general manager Pip Close said a significant clean-up operation had been underway since heavy wind and rains impacted the area as a result of ex-tropical cyclone Oswald.

"I'm pleased to say the worst of the weather has left us and thanks to a great effort by all concerned, the Fraser Coast is virtually back to normal,'' Ms Close said.

"Fraser Island is open and its business as usual, while Hervey Bay is also back to normal although people need to drive via Torbanlea due to a road closure at Maryborough,'' she said.

"The beaches are open and the sheltered waters of Hervey Bay are proving a popular drawcard for families."

The Fraser Coast Airport is open and all coach services are operational. The Bruce Highway from Brisbane to Rockhampton is also now open.

"Overall there has been limited major infrastructure damage; the majority of tourism businesses are open and operational,'' Ms Close said.

Tourism Fraser Coast, Tourism Events Queensland, local government and industry stakeholders were working together to develop strategies to assist affected tourism businesses.

Fraser Coast Airport

Travellers have been advised to contact their travel agent, airline, accommodation provider or tour operator directly if concerned about a current booking.

Ms Close said Tourism Fraser Coast in conjunction with WOTIF had launched an after summer campaign offering great savings on holidays and activities up to June.