tourism industry regional development fund successful

Tourism Industry Regional Development Fund Successful Applicants Project Summaries Round 1

TIRF Grants Ref Applicant Name Project Title Project Description Project Location State Tourism Region Grant Amount

TIRF13-ACT-004 Section 22 Barton Pty Ltd

Little Darling Hotel common area enhancements

The development of the Little Darling Hotel in Canberra will offer visitors affordable, high-quality accommodation in a premium location. This innovative concept relies on combining three star bedrooms with five star common areas. The hotel will introduce a highly competitive and innovative product to the market, providing greater accommodation options for Canberra visitors.

Kingston ACT Canberra 250,000

TIRF13-ACT-006 Sridate Pty Ltd Giraffe Tree Houses

The Giraffe Tree Houses project will deliver a new luxury accommodation venue at the National Zoo and Aquarium in Canberra. The accommodation will be constructed in the middle of the African Savannah exhibit and will provide guests with stunning views and exclusive interaction with the zoo's giraffe and other iconic African animals.

Weston Creek ACT Canberra 238,000

TIRF13-ACT-007 Pavilion (ACT) Pty Ltd

Pavilion on Northbourne - upgrade of tropical garden atrium

Canberra's iconic Pavilion on Northbourne will see the refurbishment of the existing tropical garden Atrium Restaurant and Bar. Funding will be used to upgrade the structure of the bar and install energy efficient equipment and lighting. This upgrade will reinvigorate the atrium area as well as increase seating capacity in the restaurant and bar.

Dickson ACT Canberra 196,698

TIRF13-NSW-027 Moira Station Pty Ltd

Moira Station - Starry night luxury accommodation quarters

Moira Station Homestead is located in Mathoura north of Echuca. The project will create new, luxurious accommodation quarters, located directly on the world renowned Cadell Fault which verges on the Moira Red Gum Forest and Wetlands. Four ‘Starry Night Luxury Accommodation Quarters’ will be built which will provide domestic and international visitors a luxury experience juxtaposed with the backdrop of the rugged bushland and the Murray River landscapes.

Mathoura NSW The Murray 250,000



TIRF13-NSW-038 Smith Property Group Pty Ltd

Mid-city Motor Lodge Redevelopment

The Smith Property group will re-develop an existing two star motel into a contemporary four and a half star hotel with a multipurpose 250 seat function facility managed by an international hotel group. The hotel, located in the heart of the Orange CBD, will consist of 84 rooms and eight one to two bedroom apartments, a local produce focused restaurant, wine bar and café. The project will utilise best practice environmental consideration in build and fit out.

Orange

NSW

Central NSW

250,000

TIRF13-NSW-044 Fumage Pty Ltd Poachers Pantry - The Great Wedding Makeover

Poachers Pantry, located near Hall in rural NSW and close to Canberra, will improve its wedding facilities to become the rural wedding destination of choice. The target market for this project is the destination wedding, when all guests travel to a location for the celebrations. With its close proximity to Canberra these weddings will assist the region during the weekends which are a period of lower occupancy for the ACT. The project will seal the gravel access road to the property in addition to refurbishing the venue and landscaping the grounds.

Hall NSW Capital Country 210,000

TIRF13-NSW-052 Schwartz Family Co. Pty Ltd

Crowne Plaza Hunter Valley - new conference centre

The Crowne Plaza Hunter Valley, located in Lovedale, will expand their existing facilities to create a 1,200 guest conference centre to directly appeal to 'business tourists'.

Lovedale NSW Hunter 250,000

TIRF13-NSW-062 Fraunfelder Holdings Pty Ltd

Adventure Cove: Waterplay park and recreation area makeover

BIG4 Merimbula Tween Waters Resort will install an innovative water play adventure structure adjoining the holiday park’s island pool complex. The project will also install a jumping pillow as well as a new BBQ and picnic area for families to enjoy.

Merimbula NSW South Coast 250,000



TIRF13-NSW-096 Albury City Council

Wagirra Trail - A Wiradjuri Murray River Experience

Albury City Council will commission Charles Sturt University to work in collaboration with the local Indigenous community to identify the stories of the Wiradjuri people in the region and their relationship to the Murray River. The findings will guide the development of commissioned public art installations along the Wagirra trail, and the interpretive elements that improve the quality of the visitor experiences along the trail. Albury City's Indigenous work crew will construct the track and where possible the Wiradjuri artist will be commissioned for the creative elements.

Albury NSW The Murray 250,000

TIRF13-NSW-111 Lucsan Pty Ltd

The School House - multi-functional learning and event facility

The School House will be a stylish multi-functional training and event venue. It will be co-located within the Pender Lea Post Office and Chalets which currently provide quality accommodation for up to 95 visitors in Crackenback, Snowy Mountains. It will offer a diverse, inspiring range of culinary tourism experiences. A world-class chef will teach culinary skills using estate-grown produce, and producers and artisans will share their knowledge of horticulture, the arts, interior design and special occasion styling. The School House will host intimate weddings, celebrations and corporate functions.

Crackenback NSW Snowy

Mountains 250,000

TIRF13-NSW-129 Ecoline Pty Ltd The world's longest roller coaster flying fox

This innovative new attraction will offer the first roller-coaster flying fox in Australia, winding 1km throughout the forest in Wyong Creek. The project would allow visitors to enjoy a unique eco-friendly, healthy outdoor adventure attracting people to the Central Coast region. The design will be a first in the world and would attract tourists from overseas, interstate and locally who are looking for an exhilarating adventure that they can’t experience anywhere else. Located in Ourimbah State Forest in the TreeTop Adventure Park it will be installed with no detrimental impact on the beautiful environment.

Wyong Creek NSW Central Coast 200,000



TIRF13-NSW-163 Macadamia Castle Trading Pty Ltd

All weather outdoor areas in the Macadamia Castle Animal Park

The Macadamia Castle Outdoor Covered Areas project will create and install three large timber weatherproof structures, strategically positioned through the six acre Animal Park in Knockrow. These structures will enable visitors to participate in interactive wildlife experiences and enjoy the park in all types of weather. The project aims to increase bookings by organised tour groups, both domestic and international, and educational institutions.

Knockrow NSW Northern Rivers 154,000

TIRF13-NSW-180 C and T (NSW) Pty Ltd

Cobar Motels Upgrade and Improvement

This project will upgrade two adjacent motels located in Cobar; the Cobar Motor Inn and the Cobar Town and Country Motor Inn. The rooms will be upgraded to remove hazards, improve product quality and align with customer expectations. The BBQ facilities will be also be upgraded to enhance the visitor experience.

Cobar NSW Outback NSW 167,800

TIRF13-NSW-188 YBOS Pty Ltd

BIG4 Tweed Billabong Holiday Park - Green Cauldron inspired water playground

BIG4 Tweed Billabong Holiday Park in Tweed Heads will build a nature inspired water playground designed to depict the ‘The Green Cauldron’, an area of natural significance and one of Australia’s National Landscapes. The waterpark will use this natural environment and icons from around the region as a theme for a slide and cascade grotto including beach tidal pools, dunes, lighthouse and lazy river pool. The innovative design of the playground will differentiate the park from competitors and provide a unique selling point for both the park and the region.

Tweed Heads South

NSW Northern Rivers 250,000

TIRF13-NSW-191 King Properties Pty Ltd

Food I Am Headquarters

Food I Am is a regional agritourism enterprise supporting regional producers and providing quality food experiences. This project will construct the Food I am headquarters in Wagga Wagga. It will provide facilities for hands-on classes, demonstrations and meeting rooms. The project be built with sustainable, efficient building principles and will provide modern contemporary facilities in a rural setting.

Wagga Wagga NSW Riverina 137,550

TIRF13-NSW-196 Croote Pty Ltd

Lightning Ridge Outback Resort and Caravan Park upgrade and improvements

This project will upgrade the Lightening Ridge Outback Resort and Caravan Park. The rooms will be upgraded to remove hazards, improve product quality and align with customer expectations. These upgrades will increase the star rating of the resort to three and a half stars.

Lightning Ridge NSW Outback NSW 249,550



TIRF13-NSW-213 Discovery Holiday Parks Pty Ltd

Waterpark development - a key tourist attraction for Pambula Beach

This project will install a waterpark at Discovery Holiday Parks in Pambula Beach. A shallow play area with spray park features and a small slide as well as two fast, twisting waterslides will be installed alongside the existing outdoor swimming pool. The waterpark, along with the existing facilities, will produce a family friendly destination all year round.

Pambula Beach NSW South Coast 250,000

TIRF13-NT-004

Investnorth Pty Ltd

Crown Plaza Alice Springs - room refurbishment

The Crown Plaza Alice Springs is an important gateway for visitors wishing to experience Central Australia. The funding will be used to upgrade the standard of the hotel's facilities and improve the quality of its 235 rooms.

Alice Springs

NT Alice Springs

250,000

TIRF13-QLD-016 Specialty Coatings (Aust) Pty Ltd

Stage 1 concept design for the Cairns Aquarium and Reef Research Centre

This project will undertake stage one of the design and development of a world class public aquarium and reef research centre in Cairns. This new flagship tourist attraction will showcase the incredible species and habitats found only in the Wet Tropics of Far North Queensland across a multi-story building. The project will create employment opportunities during construction and operation as well as provide Cairns with a new centrepiece with which to further attract visitors to the area.

Cairns QLD Tropical North

Queensland 250,000

TIRF13-QLD-037 Hazze Properties Pty Ltd

Mt Barney Lodge Eco Basecamp

Mt Barney Lodge, located at the foothills of the Mount Barney National Park, offers visitors an ecotourism retreat that includes rock climbing, abseiling and guided walks. The construction of The Eco Basecamp will offer a new, all weather, higher quality eco interpretive experience delivering dining and conference facilities to meet the needs of visitors to the area. The building will provide floor to ceiling views of the Gondwana Rainforest World Heritage area and will be constructed of recycled products to reflect its precious location.

Mt Barney QLD Gold Coast 250,000

TIRF13-QLD-057 BIG4 Adventure Whitsunday Resort

Multi-purpose conference facility

This project will see the construction of a multi-purpose conference facility at the BIG4 Adventure Whitsunday Resort in Airlie Beach. The facility will complement the broad range of existing accommodation options at the resort and will cater for up to 100 guests.

Airlie Beach QLD Whitsundays 250,000



TIRF13-QLD-070 Fletcher's Holiday Park Pty Ltd

Eco family lodge on the Atherton Tablelands (with wheelchair access)

The BIG4 Atherton Woodlands Tourist Park is located in the heart of the Atherton Tablelands in Far North Queensland. The new ‘Eco Family Lodge’ project has been designed to provide a high quality, innovative product at an affordable price for guests staying in the region. The funding will contribute towards the construction and fit out of a three bedroom cabin, to be built from sustainable materials with wheelchair access, providing an eco-accommodation experience and setting a new benchmark for sustainable caravan park accommodation in the region.

Atherton QLD Tropical North

Queensland 83,693

TIRF13-QLD-072 Nothing Wrong Pty Ltd

Jungle Lodge eco-accommodation and adventure development - Cape Tribulation

Jungle Lodge is located in the remote rainforest region of Cape Tribulation. This project will see the construction of ten new self-sufficient eco-friendly cabins, complete with solar panels. In addition to the twenty powered camp sites currently existing on site, these semi-permanent cabins will increase quality accommodation options available with the overall aim to attract more visitors and new markets to the region. Work will also be undertaken on existing facilities including the amenities block, manager’s residence, laundry and communal BBQ area.

Cape Tribulation QLD Tropical North

Queensland 212,800

TIRF13-QLD-080 Gold Coast City Council

Gold Coast surf tourism and cultural asset development project

This project will conduct a detailed feasibility study into the delivery of an iconic world class surf tourism product, including a Surf Museum and other creative and commercial components, to grow visitor numbers and expenditure to the Gold Coast from domestic and international markets. The development of such a tourism asset for the Gold Coast will further add to the cultural offering of the Gold Coast in the lead up to the 2018 Commonwealth Games. The Gold Coast City Council will work with key stakeholders to deliver the project.

Bundall QLD Gold Coast 50,000

TIRF13-QLD-086

Carpentaria Land Council Aboriginal Corporation (CLCAC)

Destination and product development planning for the Gulf of Carpentaria

The Carpentaria Land Council Aboriginal Corporation will develop and implement a Destination Product Development Plan. The plan will assess opportunities for introducing Indigenous tourism products within the Southern Gulf of Carpentaria Region and identify how to improve the attractiveness of the region as a destination.

Gulf of Carpentaria

QLD

Outback Queensland and Tropical North

Queensland

198,354



TIRF13-QLD-089 North Gregory Hotel Pty Ltd

Retro-refit of the North Gregory Hotel (Phase 3)

The North Gregory Hotel in Winton is where Banjo Paterson first publically performed Waltzing Matilda. Originally constructed in 1879, it was rebuilt in the 1950s following a major fire. This project will upgrade the pub’s rooms and budget accommodation to respect the significant Australian heritage and 1950s architecture.

Winton QLD Outback

Queensland 158,570

TIRF13-QLD-102 Augusteyn Plumbing Service Pty Ltd

Capricorn Caves - relighting the visitor experience

This project will relight Capricorn Caves, the award-winning, geologically significant limestone cave system located north of Rockhampton. Using the latest technology, the visitor experience will be transformed and the range of tours expanded resulting in increased visitor numbers, extended length of stay and the opportunity to develop a new Paleo Centre on site in collaboration with the Queensland Museum. The use of LED lights and renewable energy will produce environmental benefits by significantly reducing Capricorn Caves' carbon footprint.

The Caves QLD Central

Queensland 150,000

TIRF13-QLD-105 KBRV Resort Operations Pty Ltd

Kingfisher Bay Resort, Fraser Island - Maheno restaurant refurbishment project

The Maheno Restaurant Refurbishment Project will upgrade the Kingfisher Bay Resort’s restaurant and kitchen facilities to provide high quality, modern accommodation and an enhanced guest experience on Fraser Island. The project will allow the resort to offer a diverse menu with varied cuisines that meet quality expectations and cater to the dining preferences of existing and emerging domestic and international target markets including China and India. The project will assist to ensure the appeal and competitiveness of the Fraser Coast as a quality ecotourism destination.

Fraser Island QLD Fraser Coast 104,548

TIRF13-QLD-126 Savannah Way Ltd

Barramundi Discovery Centre redevelopment

The redevelopment of the Barramundi Discovery Centre in Karumba will produce an iconic attraction delivering a range of benefits. This project will complete the planning and design phase to support the construction of a completely new interpretive centre with café, fishing lake, community event venue and a small conference facility. This will create an engaging visitor experience to attract new and repeat customers, provide a hub for networked tourism business and increase restocking to enhance regional environments.

Karumba QLD Tropical North

Queensland 110,000



TIRF13-SA-002 Ikara Wilpena Enterprises Pty Ltd

Wilpena Pound Luxury Safari Camp Accommodation

Ikara Wilpena Enterprises will build a Luxury Tented Safari Camp at Wilpena Pound. This themed accommodation will be serene and intimate, immersing a maximum of 30 guests in the exquisite Australian landscape within the Flinders Ranges National Park. A major objective of the project is to encourage and support indigenous employment and expand business opportunities in the area. The tented safari camp will support this indigenous initiative through the development of a series of cultural tourism opportunities including air safaris to Iga Warta, using the safari camp as a base.

Hawker SA Flinders Ranges

and Outback 250,000

TIRF13-SA-017 Kangaroo Island Lodge Pty Ltd

Stage 2 Master Plan upgrades to Kangaroo Island Lodge

Kangaroo Island Lodge will undertake a series of upgrades to the property including the refurbishment of 38 rooms to a 4 star property rating, recommissioning of the desalination plant and new solar panels, removal of dilapidated buildings and new staff accommodation and upgrade landscaping features to enhance the environmental appeal and the overall look and feel of the lodge for visitors. An endangered species habitat walking trail will also be developed to focus on nature and wildlife experiences of the visitors to Kangaroo Island.

American River SA Kangaroo Island 201,000

TIRF13-SA-028 Athanasiadis Nominees Pty Ltd

Upgrade of 24x5 star motel rooms to 17x4 star apartments

The Stuart Range Caravan Park, located in Coober Pedy, will upgrade the current 2.5 star motel rooms to AAA 4 star self-contained apartments. This upgrade will improve the region’s competiveness by improving the quality of accommodation and services and reducing the gap in the 4 star accommodation market making it more attractive to international and domestic visitors.

Coober Pedy SA Flinders Ranges

and Outback 250,000



TIRF13-SA-036 Bungaree Pty Ltd

Upgrading Bungaree's historic accommodation and venues to deliver authentic experiences

This project will upgrade the historic accommodation and venue facilities at Bungaree Station in Clare. Four self-contained heritage cottages and the Shearer’s Quarters function centre will be renovated and a commercial kitchen installed. By balancing new modern conveniences whilst maintaining the historic character of each building, Bungaree will provide a high quality accommodation experience for domestic and international visitors, complemented by a unique venue for conferences, weddings, coach groups, regional food experiences and cooking courses.

Clare SA Clare Valley 250,000

TIRF13-SA-045 Seppeltsfield Wines Pty Ltd

Seppeltsfield cellar door and centennial visitor redevelopment with Destination Restaurant

Seppeltsfield Wines will use the funding to redevelop the Seppeltsfield Cellar Door and Centennial Cellar, and to create a Destination Restaurant. It will connect the current cellar door to the heart of Seppeltsfield, the Centennial Cellar, via a mezzanine floor as a tasting, gifting and luxury lounge. It will enhance the food and wine theme, matching local produce with Seppeltsfield premium table and fortified wines all focussed on the high standards of Brand Barossa via a Destination Restaurant located within the cellar door flowing through to outdoor dining.

Seppeltsfield SA Barossa 250,000

TIRF13-SA-058 District Council of the Copper Coast

Wallaroo North Beach Tourism Park Accommodation Redevelopment to 4 star

Fourteen 2-bedroom accommodation units on Wallaroo North Beach foreshore will be upgraded to bring them to a contemporary 4-star standard. The District Council of the Cooper Coast will undertake the project which will involve completely refitting existing units and enhancing outdoor seating and dining facilities and disabled and aged friendly access paths and ramps. This project will meet industry and consumer demand for more luxury accommodation at Wallaroo and attract new high yield markets and boost the local economy by up to $1.3 million annually.

Wallaroo SA Yorke Peninsula 241,500



TIRF13-SA-059 Vivonne Nominees Pty Ltd

Little Sahara interpretive centre

The Little Sahara covers over two square kilometres of inland sand dunes, rising up from the surrounding natural bush land on the South Coast of Kangaroo Island at Vivonne Bay. This project will build The Little Sahara Interpretive Centre which will include sand board and toboggan hire, an activity and experience booking centre, a café showing regional produce, toilet facilities, parking, and interpretive signage. It will sustainably manage visitation to the Little Sahara to ensure that the environmental, economic and social benefits of this unique natural asset are protected for future generations.

Vivonne Bay SA Kangaroo Island 250,000

TIRF13-SA-061 Luxury Lifestyle Group Pty Ltd

Waverley Estate premium luxury heritage accommodation refurbishment

Waverley Estate in Port Elliot is circa 1856 premium luxury heritage accommodation, nestled amongst one of the few vineyards by the ocean on the southern Fleurieu Peninsula. The project will see improvements to the accommodation to address the demand for 4-5 star accommodation. Using sustainable building practices and providing long term employment and economic benefits to the immediate and wider region, this project will complement the newly establish on-site cellar door and art gallery, allowing for a one-stop regional tourism experience.

Port Elliot SA Fleurieu

Peninsula 105,382

TIRF13-SA-066 The Barossa Council

Barossa cycle hub

The Barossa Council will develop a unique Barossa Cycle Hub which will provide a dedicated cycle precinct and complementary cycle services outside of traditional retail hours. Located in the Tanunda town centre it feeds into several major cycling paths and is modelled on the 'park and ride' concept. Visitors to the Barossa Cycle Hub will be able to hire a bike at a central bike hire station, use the amenities, view signage, brochures and interpretive maps depicting regional rides and connecting trails and access equipment and accessories such as bike pumps.

Tanunda SA Barossa 230,000

TIRF13-SA-071 Discovery Holiday Parks Pty Ltd

New cabin development - a key tourist accommodation requirement for Clare Valley

This project will deliver an upgrade to existing cabin stock at Discovery Holiday Parks in Clare, with the addition of eight new deluxe 4-berth cabins complete with a deck and a second outdoor kitchen.

Clare SA Clare Valley 250,000



TIRF13-TAS-010 Kellarra Pty Ltd Stanley Seaview Inn - Family market development

The Stanley Seaview Inn is located in the picturesque township of Stanley on Tasmania's north-west coast. The aim of this project is to increase the motel's appeal to families and raise the general standard of the property. This will be achieved through the extensive refurbishment of its rooms and building a new playground and BBQ area for guests.

Stanley TAS North-West 83,047

TIRF13-TAS-026 The Maria Island Walk Pty Ltd

Accommodation upgrade to the Maria Island Walk

The Maria Island Walk on Tasmania's East Coast provides visitors a unique adventure tourism experience in a pristine setting. This project will refurbish two wilderness camps and a heritage house which are part of the Maria Island Walk. In addition to upgrading accommodation on the Walk, the project will introduce an integrated online and booking management system to better facilitate online payments and streamline booking processes for customers.

Triabunna TAS East Coast 250,000

TIRF13-TAS-030 Tourism Industry Council Tasmania Ltd

Re-imagining the visitor experience in Tasmania's Wilderness World Heritage Area

The Tasmanian Industry Development Council aims to undertake a Concept Study to identify opportunities for investment in new tourism experiences in Tasmania’s Cradle Coast to increase visitation to the region.

Cradle Coast TAS North West Wilderness

West 50,000

TIRF13-TAS-031 Spritsail Pty Ltd

A revitalisation of the Tasmanian traditional wooden boat centre in Franklin

The Wooden Boat Centre in Franklin offers a unique hands-on visitor experience in the traditional art of wooden boat building. The project's focus is to upgrade the existing visitor interpretation centre to showcase the history of boat building in the region and provide visitors with an indepth understanding of the local timbers used in the building process.

Franklin

TAS Hobart and the

South

60,000

TIRF13-TAS-032 Hirst Holdings (TAS) Pty Ltd

Lilydale Larder - developing the ultimate regional food and wine experience

Lilydale Larder, located in Lilydale in Tasmania's North-East, offers visitors the opportunity to sample local food and wine in its café, providore and bottleshop. This project will enable Lilydale Larder to expand its bottleshop, kitchen and tasting area to better meet the high expectations of its growing interstate and international visitor market.

Lilydale TAS Tamar and the

North 73,000



TIRF13-TAS-039

Port Arthur Historic Site Management Authority

Anchor@Port Arthur - improving global cruise market access

Port Arthur Historic Site Management Authority's ‘Anchor@Port Arthur’ project aims improve access to the Port Arthur Historic Site for the growing cruise market. The funding will be used to extend the Authority's existing jetty to improve the site's capacity to receive more cruise ship visits and improve the overall cruise visitor experience.

Port Arthur TAS Hobart and the

South 135,000

TIRF13-TAS-045 Moss Capital Pty Ltd

Central lodge facilities upgrade

Cradle Mountain is regarded as one of Tasmania's premier wilderness areas. This project will upgrade the facilities at the iconic Peppers Cradle Mountain Lodge including the refurbishment of its reception, restaurant, guest lounge and meeting facilities. The upgrade will ensure that the Lodge upholds its reputation as a world class visitor experience.

Cradle Mountain TAS Wilderness

West 250,000

TIRF13-VIC-031 Moyarra Pastoral Pty Ltd

Prom Country Cheese - sustainable agritourism facility in South Gippsland

Red Hill Cheese and Prom Country Cheese located in Moyarra will build an agritourism venture aimed at domestic and international tourists, particularly the food experience seeker. The new facilities will provide a total “paddock to plate” farm experience for visitors with the primary focus being on sheep milk and cheese production. An educational tourism experience by way of interpretive displays, viewing spaces and presentations interpreting the process will create a meaningful experience for visitors to the farm.

Moyarra VIC Gippsland 250,000

TIRF13-VIC-054 Iris Flowers Pty Ltd

The Tower Motel - alterations and additions, venue upgrade and capital improvements

This project will improve The Tower Motel in Marysville and ensure its competiveness to tourist nationally and beyond. Rooms will be upgraded and a new activity centre will be built. It will provide a shop-front reception with a retail offering that tourists, guests and locals will be attracted to, linking in to a regional network of local producers. A roof-deck will provide amazing mountain views; further attracting potential guests, passing tourists, conference delegates and locals alike.

Marysville VIC Upper Yarra 194,690



TIRF13-VIC-068 Boyntons Australia Pty Ltd

Winery studio apartment, concierge office, kitchen and educational underground food and wine vaults

Boynton's Feathertop Winery in Porepunkah will expand their existing business to create an integrated tourism resort. The funding will see stage one completed with construction of a second studio apartment, an expansion of the commercial kitchen, a reception and concierge service introduced and an underground wine and food vault to provide VIP services to the region. This project will create a site that is more than just a cellar door experience for tourist and will complement the existing accommodation services, restaurant, café, function rooms and tours.

Porepunkah VIC High Country 250,000

TIRF13-VIC-069 DPSI General Pty Ltd

The General Mountain Dreaming

This project will deliver 5-star, new, fully serviced hotel/studio rooms and offer a quality new and innovative experience for tourist accommodation in the Mount Hotham ski fields. The General and Mountain Dreaming Apartments will expand their existing services to cater for visitors all year round and will deliver the first fully serviced accommodation of this rating on the Great Alpine Road. The rooms will have access to the landscaped gardens, the hotel restaurant featuring local food produce, wine and beer and regional entertainers.

Mount Hotham VIC High Country 250,000

TIRF13-VIC-074 The Sovereign Hill Museums Association

Comfort Inn Sovereign Hill - accommodation, access and innovation

The Sovereign Hill Museums Association will update and adapt the Comfort Inn Sovereign Hill’s existing accommodation facilities to afford tourists with special access requirements the opportunity to engage in the range of cultural experiences on offer at Sovereign Hill and in the surrounding region. The project will renovate six motel rooms to maximise the comfort and independence of guests with accessibility requirements and renovate existing motels spaces to create facilities for meetings and conferences.

Ballarat VIC Ballarat 250,000



TIRF13-VIC-078 Alpine Shire Council

Dinner Plain Alpine Gravity Park

The Alpine Gravity Park at Dinner Plain will provide year-round nature based family experiences, targeted specifically at the experience seeker market. A joint venture between Alpine Shire Council and Mount Hotham Ski Company, the project will develop an existing downhill ski run with a year-round dual tube run and lighting, allowing visitors during winter to experience snow-play, while in summer allowing them to enjoy day and night tubing and zorbing. Snowmaking equipment will ensure that the gravity park will remain viable for the duration of ski-season, regardless of natural snowfall, and complements the existing offerings at Mount Hotham.

Dinner Plain VIC High Country 250,000

TIRF13-VIC-092 Australian Trust for Conservation Volunteers

Little Desert Nature Lodge eco-accommodation upgrade

Little Desert Nature Lodge in Winiam will be transformed from a modest accommodation centre into a contemporary, year round, must-stay desert accommodation and eco-tourism experience. The accommodation and facilities will be upgraded including wheelchair accessible facilities and solar power. A wildlife centre will be built to support research and conservation, education, group tours and visitor experiences. A series of walking trails will be developed with interpretive signage to highlight the sanctuary’s many different flora and fauna species. Staff will undergo China ready training and Mandarin interpretive and information services will be available.

Winiam VIC Wimmera 178,496

TIRF13-VIC-108 Murray River Region Tourism Ltd

Murray River Adventure Trail

A feasibility study will be undertaken by the Murray Regional Tourism Board into the Murray River Adventure Trail, a multi-sport adventure trail to run along the length of the Murray River, using land and water to incorporate walking, cycling, kayaking, canoeing and other forms of water transport. The trail will create an new product for the Murray River and enable visitors to traverse between the river and its banks in NSW and Victoria. It would attract new visitors, encourage visitor dispersal, increase length of stay and provide opportunities for adventure tourism operators, leading to new nature based products and experiences.

Murray River VIC Murray Mallee

60,000



TIRF13-WA-004 Hyde Park Management Ltd

Conference facility improvement project

The Cable Beach Club Resort and Spa in Broome will use the funds to add capacity to the resort's current conference facilities. The improvements will enhance the capabilities of the resort to host national and international conferences, exhibitions and events, which in turn will bring economic benefits to this remote regional area.

Broome WA Australia's

North West 202,500

TIRF13-WA-018 Synergise Pty Ltd

New budget eco-accommodation, amenities and nature based experiences in Margaret River

Margaret River will be able to offer visitors a new nature-based experience thanks to the construction of new budget eco-accommodation and nature play space café. The project, undertaken by Whamcliffe Mill, will also develop a fire pit for Indigenous Australian guides to share cultural experiences with visitors onsite. The delivery of a suite of appealing experiences and affordable accommodation will assist in increasing visitation to the region.

Margaret River WA Australia's

South West 250,000

TIRF13-WA-023 Shire of Denmark Wilderness Ocean Walk ride trail experience

The Wilderness Ocean Walk project at Wilson Head entails building a dual-use pathway for walkers and cyclists which will link Wilson Head with William Bay National Park, maximising the panoramic coastal views and nature-based recreational experiences for visitors. The trail will also incorporate interpretative signage highlighting the area's Indigenous heritage and unique flora and fauna.

Denmark WA Australia's

South West 115,000

TIRF13-WA-025 Shire of Yalgoo

Yalgoo ensuite accommodation and rammed earth amenities

This project will revitalise the Yalgoo Caravan Park by developing new accommodation resembling a traditional 1920s style pastoral station fitted with modern amenities. It will offer visitors an authentic country Australia experience while lifting the overall quality of the Park.

Yalgoo WA Australia's

Golden Outback 250,000

TIRF13-WA-032 YHA WA Inc YHA WA Fremantle Prison Hostel Development

This project brings together a multi-award winning international backpacker accommodation provider and a World Heritage Site to offer visitors with a unique experience in Western Australia. The YHA WA will convert the World Heritage Listed Fremantle Prison into backpacker accommodation, providing 200 new dormitory and private beds in this historic location.

Fremantle WA Experience

Perth 247,313



TIRF13-WA-036 Cygnet Bay Sales Pty Ltd

Year-round dining, swimming and boating at Cygnet Bay Pearls

The Cygnet Bay Pearl Farm on the Dampier Peninsula is Australia's oldest pearl farm and is an important local industry for residents of the Kimberley Coast. This project is aimed at improving visitor comfort through the construction of a dining area overlooking the Kimberley Coast and a swimming pool. The development of a new boat departure bay will also facilitate boat visits to the farm.

Dampier Peninsula

WA Australia's

North West 250,000

TIRF13-WA-048 Forte Hospitality Pty Ltd

Construction of conference facilities

The Forte Cape View Apartments in Busselton will construct a new conference facility which will meet the needs of the growing meetings, incentives, conferences and events market. The facility will complement the extensive work already undertaken to lift the quality of the premises.

Busselton WA Australia's

South West 250,000

TIRF13-WA-059 Goldfields Tourism Network Association Inc

Golden Quest Discovery Trail Continuous Improvement Project

The Golden Quest Discovery Trail will benefit from funding to ensure the trail continues to attract visitors to the Goldfields region. The funding will be used to update the trail guidebook and directional signage which in turn will improve the overall visitor experience.

Boulder WA Australia's

Golden Outback 50,628

TIRF13-WA-084 The Murray Hotel Pty Ltd

79 hotel rooms being added to Perth CBD hotel

The Perth CBD Murray Hotel will fund the expansion of its premises - including an additional 79 new rooms and a new restaurant, bar and kitchen. The improvement will address the shortage of accommodation in Perth by providing reasonably priced, quality rooms and amenities for guests.

West Perth WA Experience

Perth 250,000

TIRF13-WA-089 Eco Beach Wilderness Retreat Pty Ltd

Eco Beach Interpretative Experience

Eco Beach Broome, a luxury eco-retreat located at Cape Villaret, will develop an interpretative experience to showcase the Indigenous culture of the local people allowing guests to engage, interact, learn and appreciate.

Broome WA Australia's

North West 250,000

TIRF13-WA-097 Funday Investments Pty Ltd

The Maze Water Park stage 1 - interactive waterslide playground

The Maze is a family-friendly entertainment venue located on 32 acres of parkland in Bullsbrook. The grant funding will enable the development of a waterslide playground suitable for both children and adults. The expansion of the Maze to include a water park will also improve the visitor experience by providing a fun way to keep cool during the warmer months.

Bullsbrook WA Experience

Perth 250,000


Successful Applicants from Reserve List


TIRF13-NSW-015

Mortels Sheepskin Factory Pty Ltd

Mortels Sheepskin Factory Tourism Centre

The Mortels Sheepskin Factory Tourism Centre in Thornton will be a unique interactive visitor experience sharing the history of the Ugg Boot and culturally significant stories through the history of manufacturing sheepskin in Australia. The Australian sheepskin story will be shared in an architecturally designed heritage-style building with interpretative displays that celebrate the history of sheepskin in Australia.

Thornton

NSW Hunter

250,000

TIRF13-NSW-034

Zoological Parks Board of NSW

Safari Eco Cabins

Taronga Western Plains Zoo in Dubbo will develop a range of new one and two bedroom Safari Eco Cabins, responding to a clear gap in the local accommodation market and further establishing the zoo as a unique regional tourism destination. The cabins will be self-contained and eco-friendly, whilst positioned within secluded grassland and overlooking the zoo’s African Savannah exhibit revealing giraffes, zebras and other iconic African wildlife. This project will create 15 four-star equivalent guest cabins in a village setting, maximising the connection with the surrounding environment and the amazing wildlife of the zoo.

Dubbo

NSW Central NSW

250,000

TIRF13-NSW-107

Balpar Pty Ltd

Carrington Powerhouse restaurant and functions development

Using the remaining façade of the Powerhouse, on the historically significant Carrington Hotel site in Katoomba, this project will deliver a new 250 seat restaurant and function venue. The Carrington Hotel is an iconic property and one of the first tourist destinations in Australia built in 1882. This experience-based restaurant will overlook the Katoomba Brewing Company microbrewery which is currently under construction. This project will address a need for seven day dining in the area as well as provide a venue for the many arts and cultural activities held in the region.

Katoomba NSW Blue Mountains

250,000



TIRF13-NSW-185

Kosciuszko Thredbo Pty Ltd

Develop Thredbo Mountain Biking Trail Network

Kosciuszko Thredbo will create a world class mountain bike trail network that will see Thredbo become an iconic mountain bike destination for recreational riders and events. The project comprises 25.71 kilometres of new trails, covering downhill, cross country and skill based trails across the village and mountain areas. They will be crafted to suit recreational riders of all levels and will utilise summer chairlift and village access. These activities will cement Thredbo as a year round destination for visitors.

Thredbo

NSW Snowy

Mountains

250,000

TIRF13-NT-009

BG Hotels (Holinn) Pty Ltd

DoubleTree by Hilton Darwin - IPTV Project

The Internet Protocol Television project aims to improve the quality of DoubleTree by Hilton Darwin Internet and guest entertainment services to meet guests' increasing needs and expectations of reliable high speed Internet access. The project will enable the DoubleTree by Hilton Darwin to provide a range of in-room services for guests including international channels, weather and transport information and restaurant menus.

Darwin

NT Darwin

250,000

TIRF13-QLD-031

Silverback Properties Pty Ltd ATF the Terri Irwin Family Trust

Bindi's Island at Australia Zoo

Bindi's Island is a new and exciting attraction within Australia Zoo at Beerwah. It will be an exotic island where visitors can immerse themselves in a wildlife adventure and will include: a zip line where patrons can experience an adrenaline rush, flying across the surrounding water; a magical tree-house, with games and activities inside and a wet area where animals will spurt water, keeping the kids cool and the parents entertained. Bindi’s Island will encourage Australians to holiday locally and attract international tourists to the area.

Beerwah QLD Sunshine Coast

110,000



TIRF13-QLD-038

Oz Ski Resort Pty Ltd

Training and recovery facilities to support a water ski attraction

Oz Ski Resort will establish training, recovery and ancillary facilities to support its new world class water ski attraction in Coolum Beach. The funding will contribute to “off-water” infrastructure including a designated training and recovery facility, clubhouse building, swimming pool and on-site landscaping. The project will establish a new, innovative sport and recreation tourist destination which will attract more interstate and international visitors to Coolum Beach and the region whilst also lengthening visitors’ stay and increasing expenditure.

Coolum Beach

QLD Sunshine Coast

249,655

TIRF13-QLD-082

Willows West Investments Pty Ltd

Mackay Marine Tourist Park outdoor recreation and waterplay precinct

This project is a complete refurbishment of an existing pool, together with the addition of a range of new products to the surrounding areas, to offer an outdoor recreation and water play precinct that will form an integral feature of the Mackay Marine Tourist Park. This will deliver quality accommodation and caravan park facilities along with modern and interactive outdoor entertainment and water play for tourists in the Mackay region.

Mackay

QLD Mackay

250,000

TIRF13-QLD-115

Bamaga Enterprises Ltd

Extend Bamaga BP to include a Café

Bamaga BP is the most northern service station on the Australian mainland and is located at the junction of the only road to “the tip” of Australia. This project will expand the existing services to include café style dining and a gift shop selling souvenirs and local indigenous art and artefacts.

Bamaga

QLD Tropical North

Queensland

57,165



TIRF13-SA-013

Ecomotel Pty Ltd

New ecologically and socially responsible rammed earth Ecomotel development

Eco motel™ is an ecologically and socially responsible, new four-star 42-room motel development, situated on National Highway One at Port Augusta. The modern design includes passive solar design, rammed earth walls, grey water recycling and arid-smart landscaping. It offers a quality, eco-friendly motel experience to a growing number of interstate and international tourist visiting the Flinders Ranges and Outback Regions of Australia.

Port Augusta

SA Flinders Ranges

and Outback

200,000

TIRF13-SA-024

Waikerie Hotel Motel Ltd

Waikerie Hotel Rooms Upgrade

The funding will see nineteen accommodation rooms upgraded as part of a larger project to renovate the Waikerie Hotel Motel. A major fire damaged the property in 2011 and as such extensive refurbishments are scheduled to refurbish the hotel. The accommodation upgrade will see the rooms upgrade from the current standard of 2.5 stars to 4-4.5 stars and create a higher standard of accommodation in Waikerie and the Riverland Region.

Waikerie

SA Riverland

250,000

TIRF13-SA-070

Ngeringa Farm Arts Foundation

Ngeringa Arts and Cultural Centre, Arboretum and Sculpture Garden

The Ngeringa Farm Arts Foundation will create a purpose-built chamber music hall with supporting Green Room, amenities, commercial kitchen, outdoor dining alfresco area, small art studio and educational sculpture garden emphasising local native species and the historical activities of the property. The redeveloped facility will employ architecture that reflects the surrounding landscape and will use the latest energy-efficiency and waste-minimisation technology. The new facilities will be redeveloped on the current site of the Ngeringa Cultural Centre at the base of Mr Barker Summit.

Mt Barker Summit SA Adelaide Hills

250,000



TIRF13-TAS-013

4KI Pty Ltd ATF the 3RB Unit Trust

Ocean Dunes King Island Links Gold - Clubhouse Facility Development

Ocean Dunes will offer a world-class golf course and accommodation on the west coast of King Island. The golf course will include facilities such as a fine dining restaurant offering local seafood, a lounge bar, sauna and heated pool. Ocean Dunes will not only be a major drawcard for visitors to the region, it will also provide important local employment opportunities for King Island residents.

King Island

TAS King Island

250,000

TIRF13-TAS-034

West Tamar Council

Beaconsfield's Tasmania Mine - mine yard development project

The Beaconsfield Mine and Heritage Centre showcases the history of the township of Beaconsfield, in Tasmania's North, from when gold was discovered in the 1870s. As part of the Beaconsfiled's Tasmania Mine: Mine Yard Redevelopment Project, the West Tamar Council aims to transform the historic ruins of the Tasmania Mine to become part of the larger interactive visitor experience already provided by the Beaconsfield Mine and Hearitage Centre.

Beaconsfield

TAS Tamar and the

North

200,000

TIRF13-VIC-021

North Hotels Pty. Ltd ATF the SL Crow Family Trust

The DQ high country boutique accommodation development

The Deck Quarters Boutique Accommodation, located in the High Country township of Mansfield, will undertake improvements and expansion of the existing accommodation. This project will see the construction of six additional contemporary boutique suites including vertical gardens, balconies and luxury amenities. A range of additional improvements will be competed on the property including the construction of a roof-top deck, WIFI facilities in suites, improved disabled access facilities, international access facilities, improved energy efficiencies and a bike storage facility. These improvements will enhance the sustainability, quality and appeal of the accommodation product and the region.

Mansfield

VIC High Country

250,000



TIRF13-VIC-081

Veekay Pty Ltd

Best Western Warragul accommodation expansion

This project aims to address a shortage of tourist accommodation in Warragul and the broader region of Gippsland. Best Western Motel Warragul will add six 4-star executive apartments to their existing fifteen room facility. This expansion will assist the motel to accommodate the increase of tourist during the staging of major events in the region.

Warragul

VIC Gippsland

250,000

TIRF13-VIC-107

Park Lane Tourist Park Pty Ltd

Traralgon Family Fun Park and Conference Centre

Traralgon Park Lane Holiday Park, located in Traralgon Latrobe Valley, will undertake innovative upgrades to offer a family entertainment complex for visitors to the region. The funds will assist in constructing a conference centre, installing new outdoor and indoor playground equipment and build a laser tag arena, pipe-rider adventure and high ropes course. These upgrades will reposition the park to compete with growing demand in shoulder and low periods and satisfy the needs of visiting families.

Traralgon

VIC Gippsland

250,000

TIRF13-WA-014

Shire of Mount Magnet

Mount Magnet Caravan Park Amenities Upgrade

The Mount Magnet Caravan Park Amenities Upgrade project involves the construction of an a new amenities building with improved disabled access facilities. The project will provide a greater level of comfort for guests and encourage them to stay longer.

Mount Magnet WA Australia's

Golden Outback

250,000



TIRF13-WA-064

Mornington Hills Pty Ltd

Kukerin 'Yabby Farm' Cottages

The cottages will be the first of three clusters of eight self-contained units on the farming property at Cambinata Yabbies, Kukerin. Eight two bedroom cottages will be grouped in a semi-circle on farmland with each individual cottage looking outwards across the paddocks to maximise the farming vistas. Solar energy will be incorporated to reduce the carbon footprint and rain water gathered from the roofs for water, supplemented by scheme water. A communal area will be created at the back of the cottages in the centre, for outdoor activities including barbeques, a

playground and shelter.

Kukerin

WA Australia's

Golden Outback

250,000

tourism industry regional development fund successful

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