New polling suggests Western Australians plan to holiday at home to avoid Middle East conflict flight disruption risks, potentially giving local tourism a surprise boost.

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Tourism Council WA CEO Evan Hall explained to 6PR Long Lunch host Chrissy Morrissy that although high local fuel prices are a concern, staying local remains the preferred choice.

“One thing’s for sure, if the cost of fuel is going up at the bowser the cost of aviation fuel is also going up,” he said.

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