- The Crisafulli Government is delivering an $18.5 million transformation of Springbrook National Park, including a new suspension bridge, upgraded lookouts, improved visitor facilities and expanded parking.
- Construction is underway at the Settlement and Purling Brook precinct, creating a world-class visitor hub at one of Queensland's most iconic World Heritage destinations while supporting local jobs.
- The project is part of the Crisafulli Government's plan to create 45 new ecotourism experiences by 2045, which would never have been possible under Labor's secret plan to gut tourism funding by 95 per cent.
Works are underway on the $18.5 million transformation of Springbrook National Park, marking a major milestone in the Crisafulli Government's commitment to grow Queensland's ecotourism industry through its signature 45 by 45 initiative.
The Settlement and Purling Brook precinct project will transform one of Queensland's most iconic World Heritage destinations, delivering a new suspension bridge, upgraded lookouts, accessible walking track connections, improved visitor facilities and expanded parking to enhance safety, accessibility and the visitor experience.
The project will support 46 full-time local jobs, engage around 40 regional suppliers and contractors, and better protect the park's natural values by directing visitors through purpose-built infrastructure.
Springbrook is one of a pipeline of projects being delivered under the Crisafulli Government's 45 by 45 initiative, a key pillar of Destination 2045, which will create 45 new ecotourism experiences across Queensland by 2045 and help establish the State as a global leader in nature-based tourism and strengthen our reputation as the Home of the Holiday.
In stark contrast to Labor's decade of decline and their secret plan to gut tourism funding by 95 per cent, the Crisafulli Government is investing in ecotourism projects and has a plan to recognise 12 projects under the 45 by 45 initiative by October 2028.
Delivering new and revitalised ecotourism experiences will be a lasting legacy of 2032, helping Queensland make the most of its time in the global spotlight.
Minister for the Environment and Tourism Andrew Powell said the Springbrook project demonstrated the Crisafulli Government was getting on with the job of delivering its ecotourism vision.
"The Crisafulli Government is delivering our 45 by 45 vision, creating new opportunities for visitors to experience Queensland's unique natural environment while supporting regional jobs and communities," Minister Powell said.
"Springbrook National Park is one of Queensland's most spectacular natural attractions, and these upgrades will help ensure visitors can enjoy it safely and sustainably for generations to come while further cementing Queensland as the home of the holiday and a global leader in ecotourism.
"After a decade of decline under Labor, the Crisafulli Government is delivering 45 new experiences by 2045, creating jobs, supporting regional communities and helping more visitors experience Queensland's world-class natural environment."
Member for Mudgeeraba Ros Bates MP said the project was a major step forward in delivering the Crisafulli Government's ecotourism vision through Destination 2045.
"Springbrook is one of the natural treasures of our region, and these upgrades will make it even easier for locals and visitors to experience everything that makes this place so special," Ms Bates said.
"From better access and safer facilities to new lookouts and the suspension bridge, we're delivering real improvements that will benefit our community and local businesses for years to come."
Alder Construction CEO Dean Cheffers said the project drew on the company's experience delivering complex civil and public infrastructure projects across Queensland and Northern NSW, with the location presenting some unique construction challenges.
"Building new lookouts and a suspension bridge above Purling Brook waterfall is a technically challenging undertaking, requiring specialised construction methods, careful planning and a strong focus on safety and environmental management," Mr Cheffers said.
"Working in a sensitive natural environment means carefully managing construction activities to minimise impacts on the surrounding landscape.
