Haunting ghost resorts left to rot | 60 Minutes Australia

A strange mix of global warming, low-cost airlines and our indulgent obsession for selfies in far-flung parts of the world saw the sun set on some of Australia's most popular local attractions. Today, almost half the resorts on and off the Queensland coast are closed; silent and decaying shells of their former glory. On 60 MINUTES, Charles Wooley finds out if they can be saved.

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For forty years, 60 Minutes have been telling Australians the world’s greatest stories. Tales that changed history, our nation and our lives. Reporters Liz Hayes, Allison Langdon, Tara Brown, Charles Wooley, Liam Bartlett and Sarah Abo look past the headlines because there is always a bigger picture. Sundays are for 60 Minutes.

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