TAA CEO Michael Johnson has welcomed the recent appointment of Phillipa Harrison as Tourism Australia's new managing director. 

“Ms Harrison has a wealth of experience in the tourism sector and I look forward to working closely with her in coming months to help promote our industry," said Mr Johnson.

At a glance:

• TAA has welcomed the appointment of Phillipa Harrison as the new managing director of Tourism Australia.
• TAA CEO Michael Johnson said Ms Harrison has a wealth of experience and will be an asset to the industry.

“I believe Ms Harrison will be a great asset to the entire industry and have confidence that with her at the helm, Tourism Australia will continue to go from strength to strength."

“The role of managing director is vital to ensuring Australia continues to remain a must-see destination for overseas travellers and there is no better person to fill this role than a person of Ms Harrison’s calibre.”

Almost 45,000 jobs have been created in the tourism sector over the past six years alone. Total tourist consumption was $143 billion, which resulted in $57.3 billion in GDP to the economy. 

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See also: 

"Australia’s strong tourism fundamentals encourage continued investment in the sector" - Tourism Australia

"Tourism developments key to boosting regional economy" - Tourism Australia

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