Martin Ferguson
Minister for Resources and Energy
Minister for Tourism
Chris Evans
Minister for Tertiary Education, Skills, Jobs and Workplace Relations
Leader of the Government in the Senate
Senator for Western Australia
Audience members from the Oprah Winfrey Show have continued the Western Australian journey heading to Rottnest Island and the Margaret River.
Minister for Tourism, Martin Ferguson AM MP said that Tourism Australia, in partnership with Tourism Western Australia and industry partners, has put together a truly exciting program of activities to showcase the world class tourism experiences on offer in Western Australia.
“Activities will offer our American visitors a taste of Australian life with everything from surfing to cruising and cooking, with many more highlights to look forward to over the next few days,” Minister Ferguson said.
“Western Australia boasts some of Australia’s most iconic coastline, and it will now be on display again as part of this important visit.”
Chris Evans, Senator for Western Australia, extended a very warm welcome to the audience members and invited them to make the most of Western Australia’s genuine hospitality.
“Oprah’s audience members are in for an absolute treat during their visit here in Western Australia,” Senator Evans said.
“Over the next few days audience members will have the opportunity to experience the spectacular sights of Western Australia’s magnificent coastline, see the animals that call Rottnest Island home, as well as sampling some of the world class food and wine along the Margaret River.
“Tourism generates $3.8 billion dollars for Western Australia’s economy. With the strong economy and high Australian dollar more Australians are choosing to holiday overseas at the same time that more international visitors are coming to Australia.
“Oprah’s Ultimate Australia Adventure will encourage more visitors to Australia but it will also remind Australians that some of the best holiday destinations in the world can be found right here in our own back yard.
“I encourage more Australians to head to Western Australia for their holidays and follow in the footsteps of Oprah’s audience.”