One Coast - Cassowary Coast
JUN 09, 2023
COMMUNITY CONNECT
Lease disposal of Dunk Island Spit
AT yesterday’s May Local Government Meeting, Cassowary Coast Regional Council granted the 30-year lease of the Dunk Island Spit to the group that owns the freehold portion of Dunk Island. Quote from Annie Cannon-Brookes: “We are honoured to be the custodi-
ans of the Spit area of Dunk Island. We look forward to maintaining and enhancing this iconic portion of the Island, with the goal of making it welcoming for both locals and tourists to enjoy in the near future.” Mayor Mark Nolan said for many years now the Dunk Island Spit had
remained dormant, however Council was confident this new agreement would esee a tourism resurgence to this iconic destination. “The Dunk Island Spit is a key attraction for our region, and I look forward to seeing increased activation on the Spit for visitors and
locals to enjoy.” “Through the lease being granted to the Dunk Island Group, the community and visitors will continue to have access to the camp kitchen and amenities block as well as essential services including power, water and sewerage,” said Mayor Nolan.
Dunk Island Spit.
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