Anzac super long weekend to add millions to Queensland tourism

Two of our greatest traditions are set to come together next week in a massive windfall for the Queensland tourism sector, as vast numbers of travellers look to turn a sacred public holiday into a five-day super-weekend.

It’s as Aussie as Anzac Day and it’s set to deliver a massive windfall to Queensland’s tourism sector.

With the sacred Anzac Day falling on a Tuesday this year, vast numbers of travellers are turning the holiday into a four-day weekend which is set to inject more than $150m into the state economy.

Anzac Day fell on a Monday last year, with the long weekend generating an estimated $110m and 393,000 visitor nights.

Queensland Tourism Minister Stirling Hinchliffe said people could even stretch it to a five-day break to enjoy autumn’s final fling before the onset of the colder months.

Tourism Minister Stirling Hinchliffe. Picture: Lyndon Mechielsen

“An investment of just two days’ annual leave makes recharging with a five-day Queensland getaway absolutely possible,” he said.

Kenneth Sauer with his kids Abi, 10, Jonah, 8, Ben, 7, Alice, 7, enjoy a camping getaway at Jandarra. Picture: Nigel Hallett

Nestled in the Gold Coast hinterland at Tallebudgera Valley, Jandarra Hipcamp is perfectly positioned to cater to those looking for a quick escape over a long weekend.

Hipcamp marketing manager Brooke Wood said bookings were strong for the unofficial long weekend “with more Aussies taking the Monday off to extend their long weekend outdoor getaway”.

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Originally published as Anzac super long weekend to add millions to Queensland tourism