World Youth Day disruptions will affect business

By Guest Author · 9 July 2008 · Locked

World Youth Day Disruptions Loom for Sydney Businesses

Road closures and public transport changes are expected to hit the city hard, but what does this mean for local businesses? Find out how thousands of extra visitors will impact sales and operations.

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Summary

The 185,000 extra people expected in the Sydney CBD during July 17—18, for World Youth Day celebrations, will cause numerous road closures and changes to public transport. As a result, businesses are predicting a drop in sales. “Basically they, [associate members] are concerned that the city is going to be deserted and people are being […]