· Lorne (VIC), Lakes Entrance (VIC), St Helens (TAS), Swansea (TAS) and Jervis Bay (NSW) among beach towns that saw the biggest overall summer spending boost
· Two-week spending spike contributed an additional $84m to local economies, with restaurants, retail and accommodations among the biggest winners
· Hotspot and industry breakdowns and NSW case study below
Summer-loving Aussies are fuelling a boon for local businesses, with an 80% spending surge in key tourism hotspots.
