Manning Valley Businessman’s Association president Adam Johnson said he will reserve judgement on the Barrington Coast destination name to see if MidCoast Council’s destination management plan brings an influx of tourists to the area.
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“It’s not for you or me - it’s about the people that are coming from outside the area.
“They (MidCoast Council) had to come up with something that covered the entire area.
“If the name can encourage people to come to the area it’s going to be good,” Mr Johnson said.
Mr Johnson first questioned the name choice.
“The first time I heard it I was taken aback a bit but then it did grow on me,” Mr Johnson said.
“Only time will tell if it is going to work.”
The name was adopted at council’s August 22 ordinary meeting.
