The reopening of Queensland's border is welcome news for small businesses but this eco-lodge and restaurant in the Daintree is yet to notice a surge in bookings.
Small business groups say clashes between the state and federal governments over the national reopening plan is shortsighted and shows disregard for the role small businesses will play in rebuilding the economy.
Tourism businesses in regional Queensland are the focus of a new $7.5 million package aimed at attracting thousands of job seekers to take up work with grants and travel vouchers.