MEDIA RELEASE July 2, 2018
Fitzroy Island Resort is seeking an investment partner to develop a world-class turtle and environmental centre and expand the island’s accommodation and facilities.
Managing Director Doug Gamble said planning had started on a 10-year vision to position the locally-owned resort as a destination for visitors interested in environmental sustainability.
“We are currently rolling out a $2.5 million refurbishment of the existing rooms in preparation for this next phase which will provide different levels of accommodation for new and existing markets,” he said.
“People primarily come to Fitzroy Island for an island experience and are surprised to find we are home to a turtle rehabilitation centre and the Great Barrier Reef’s first offshore coral nursery.
“We want the Cairns Turtle Rehabilitation Centre to be a world-class facility that incorporates the Reef Restoration Foundation’s work to accelerate the recovery of damaged high-value reefs.
“The environment is a key attraction for Tropical North Queensland and Fitzroy Island is very much a part of that offering.
“We are already playing a role in preserving that environment through the turtle rehabilitation centre and the coral nursery and we would like to develop that further.
“Travellers are excited by environmental tourism and eager to learn more about the ecosystems they visit.
“Media reports that the resort is for sale are incorrect.
“We have engaged a real estate agent to represent Fitzroy Island in our search for an investment partner whether that be a bank or an investor.
“We are a progressive and successful company needing capital injection to progress a 10-year plan designed to ensure the long-term sustainability of Fitzroy Island Resort.
“The time is right for this exciting period of growth for our family-owned company with major investment underway in tourism infrastructure in Cairns.
“We want to be a part of this growth and play our role in generating additional jobs for the community and providing a boost to local suppliers and contractors.”
Rainforest-clad Fitzroy Island is just a 45-minute boat ride from Cairns city and where you will find secluded Nudey Beach, Australian’s Best Beach for 2018.
Keep up to date with the new experiences on Fitzroy Island at www.fitzroyisland.com
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