Luxury resort planned for K’gari in partnership with the Butchulla people
A five-star resort to be built in partnership with traditional owners on K’gari (Fraser Island) has been announced by a luxury property development firm. SEE THE PLANS
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Plans for a five-star resort built in partnership with traditional owners on K’gari (Fraser Island) have been announced by luxury property developer Chiodo.
In a first-of-its-kind joint venture, the resort will be built in partnership with the K’gari Educational and Cultural Centre Aboriginal Corporation and the Butchulla people, providing local employment opportunities and cultural experiences for guests.
Butchulla elder Norman Barney said the development offered opportunities that have not been available before on the island.
“And importantly allows us to highlight our culture in ways that will not be possible without such a development occurring,” he said.
“It will allow our young people opportunities for jobs and career paths both locally and internationally.”
The plans for the resort include 62 luxury villas and 64 premium suites.
Other features include a beach club bar and rooftop, multiple restaurants, an amphitheatre for cultural events, an Aboriginal art studio and a wellness centre, as well as conference and reception centres for events and weddings.
Chiodo principal Paul Chiodo said they were excited to work with the Butchulla people.
“Our vision is to deliver a culturally-significant and environmentally-conscious hotel that still has all the hallmarks of a luxury hotel,” said Mr Chiodo.
“Importantly, the resort will also provide a cultural and educational experience for both local and international guests with opportunities involving dance performances, fire performances, music, smoking ceremonies, basket weaving, teaching and painting, storytelling and the like,” he said.
K’gari, or Fraser Island, attracts around 400,000 visitors a year and was listed as a World Heritage Area in 1992.
While the plans have not been finalised, Chiodo stated that it is in talks with the Fraser Coast Council and the state government and that they had expressed initial support.
More to come.
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Originally published as Luxury resort planned for K’gari in partnership with the Butchulla people
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