At least one shipping company is reporting an increase in the number of barrels being brought in this holiday season.
Managing director of Eric Hassell and Son Limited, Erica Luke, says imports in general are quite high and it is a very busy time for businesses in the industry.
She believes the rising costs of items locally may be a contributing factor.
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