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Ever wondered how global societal changes are influencing the Australian tourism industry? This episode takes you on an exploration of the seismic shifts reshaping our world - from climate change, digital security and the impact of the US dollar on exports, to the challenges of an aging population and immigration growth. We dissect the stark reality faced by small businesses grappling with reopening after disasters and the critical importance of planning for such eventualities.

Joining us is Cam, a critical care helicopter paramedic with a heart for sustainability. Cam provides an insightful perspective on the interplay between climate change, health and aeromedical retrieval. He shares alarming statistics on the Australian healthcare sector's carbon footprint, with an astounding 38% of the 7% national CO2 emissions attributed to aeromedical efforts. We also get to learn about Clinicians for Climate, an innovative organization championing for tree planting through a fundraising event - a 26-kilometer walk in the Royal National Park.

In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, we uncover the hurdles faced by the leisure and tourism industry concerning public liability insurance. It's a probing discourse on the inconsistencies of processes, the need for competitiveness, attractiveness, and convenience in the industry. We delve into the importance of activity safe education programs, and the insights gleaned from the AAAS and Good Practice Guides survey results. Don't miss out on this captivating episode full of eye-opening responses!

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