2017-04-11 P&E Agenda Attachment 1 to Item 2 Proposal by Eco Camp

Sequencing of Development and Stages.

The attached site plan and proposed capital improvements provide the conceptual framework and
locations of improvements and investment being proposed by Eco Camp. The Department of National
Parks Sport and Racing have provided an ‘in principle’ approval for the improvements to proceed based
on this information.

Eco Camp has undertaken research into the experiences that inbound and domestic visitors are seeking
within the Eco-Tourism sphere. Discussion with their existing client base, international wholesalers has
led them to refine the suggested offerings and product mix in this location.



Stage 1 – Immediately pending approvals

       Central reception and visitor facilities constructed. A food and beverage, interpretative and Eco
        Tourism hub and access point. This will present as an Eco Resort.

       Construction of additional and refurbishment of existing educational cabins in the western area of
        the site and improvements to existing “mess hall”.

       Construction of a new main amenities building.

       Installation of jetty infrastructure to sustainably manage current and future use of activities
        from the Lease area and to facilitate delivery of quality Eco-Tourism services into the Everglades.
        It will also establish a navigable and safe boating access.

       Development of glamping area and associated infrastructure to service a combination of 2 – 4
        person luxury tents on the Eastern Side of the site.



Stage 2 – During years 3 – 5 of operation

       Development of glamping area and associated infrastructure to service a combination of 2 – 4
        person luxury tents to the north of the site.

       Refurbish / replace workshop and storage facilities located at the entry to the site.



** Please refer to the attached plan for details of components of the overall development adjacent to FHA
and location of the proposed jetty footprint.

The proposed jetty infrastructure will not require any associated works to occur on the Leased land, other
than at the point of abutment, where it is anticipated this will be a timber walkway / ramp to gain safe and
equitable disabled access.



       Describe and justify the proposed amendments:


Please refer to the attached Master Plan and Location Plan to confirm the extent of the area sought to be
re-classified.

Lake Cootharaba is an extensive body of water approximately 50 square kilometres in size. The extent
of the area to be re - classified is 0.05 square kilometres. This translates into area 0.001% of Lake
Cootharaba.