Crisis Communications Handbook for Regional ... - Tourism Victoria

Media Statement
Date / Time
MEDIA STATEMENT
(Name of region) has moved quickly to ensure the safety of / reassure international, interstate and local visitors
following (description of event) which occurred (time, date) affecting (description of specific area /operations).
In line with a well-established action plan, a senior tourism group is undertaking necessary measures to
provide clear and concise information to people regarding their travel and accommodation plans.
The Government and other key agencies such as Tourism Victoria are being briefed on the situation and
further details of any interim tourism measures will be released as soon as they become available.
(TRRG Chair) said that the region’s tourism sector was extremely concerned about the loss of life / destruction
of property / disruption caused by the (description of event).
The (event) is restricted to the ( ) area of the region.
“We have well-developed contingency plans to deal with these types of incidents /issues and will offer every
possible assistance to tourists currently in (name of region),” said (TRRG Chair).
“Visitors can be reassured that authorities are doing everything possible to ensure safety and minimise
disruption to travel plans in the region.”
For further information, contact: (name & number)
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