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Ex-Tropical Cyclone Narelle Disrupts Western Australia Tourism, Jobs

4/3/2026

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Ex-Tropical Cyclone Narelle has disrupted Western Australia’s tourism in Exmouth and Coral Bay.
Casual workers, including backpackers, have lost jobs as businesses face reduced income.
Tourists Julia Legnane and Patrick Garabaldi are stranded due to road closures.
Opposition leader Basil Zempilas and local leaders urge government support.
The Western Australian Government is activating disaster recovery aid, while Tourism Minister Reece Whitby seeks extra tourism support.

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Story summary

Ex-Tropical Cyclone Narelle has disrupted Western Australia’s tourism in Exmouth and Coral Bay.
Casual workers, including backpackers, have lost jobs as businesses face reduced income.
Tourists Julia Legnane and Patrick Garabaldi are stranded due to road closures.
Opposition leader Basil Zempilas and local leaders urge government support.
The Western Australian Government is activating disaster recovery aid, while Tourism Minister Reece Whitby seeks extra tourism support.