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Keith Williams (property developer and entrepreneur)

Keith Williams, a former postman and Australian water ski champion, was considered pioneer of the Australian tourism development, especially in Queensland, Australia. [1] He was responsible for the establishment of the Surfers Paradse Ski Gardens, Surfers Paradise International Raceway, Bird Life Park, Sea World, Hamilton Island [2] [3] and Port Hinchinbrook Resort at Oyster Point. [4]

He was the inaugural president of Gold Coast Tourism and, in 2008, was made and honoury life member of the organisation. [5]

References

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  1. ^ Calligeros, Marissa. "Williams Corporation in liquidation after Port Hinchinbrook resort fails to sells". The Brisbane Times. Retrieved 18 May 2016.
  2. ^ Marx, Anthony. "Tourism legend and developer Keith Williams dies, age 82". The Courier Mail. Retrieved 18 May 2016.
  3. ^ McKenna, Michael. "Keith Williams, the developer who transformed Queensland tourism, dead at 82". The Australian. Retrieved 18 May 2016.
  4. ^ "Keith Williams Legacy". Discover Port Hinchinbrook. Retrieved 18 May 2016.
  5. ^ "Sea World founder Keith Williams dies". The Brisbane Times. Retrieved 18 May 2016.
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