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A booking system requiring payment has been implemented for tourists visiting the Twelve Apostles along the Great Ocean Road in Australia. The site will remain accessible without charge until April 2027, after which the mandatory booking and payment system will become active. Additionally, a new $126 million visitor center is scheduled to open on October 16.
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Starting in late 2024, tourists must pay and book ahead to visit the Twelve Apostles along the Great Ocean Road in Victoria, Australia. The booking system went live for visits beginning from April 2025, with entry remaining free until April 2027. A new $126 million visitor centre is scheduled to open on October 16, aimed at enhancing the experience and managing crowds sustainably. This change aims to improve conservation efforts and manage tourist numbers around this iconic landmark, which has faced increasing environmental pressures due to high visitation rates.
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