The cruise industry is hoping for an early restart for local cruises around Australia.

The ban on cruises has been extended to March 2021.

Cruise Line International Association Australasia Managing Director Joel Katz told Ben Fordham they would like an early resumption “that can offer local cruises for locals”.

“We believe that Australia’s success in stemming the virus really does create the opportunity for a carefully managed resumption.”

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