– December 2023 had only two days over 30 degrees, with three days over 25 degrees
– December 2022 had two days over 30 degrees and five days over 25 degrees
– Raj Patel of Olde Maritime Motor Inn says cool weather and cost of living have made for a quieter summer
– Patel’s business had a busy 2023 with a $400,000 revamp and is fully booked for late January due to speedway meetings
– Marty Williams of Mahogany Motel had a busy summer with longer stays and fully booked rooms
– Mat Pettit of Mako Ocean Adventures had a quiet start to summer due to unfavourable conditions
– Despite some operators being affected, caravan parks in Warrnambool and Port Fairy are busy, showing thriving tourism in the area