Five-star resort for Margaret River, locals concerned about coastal encroachment
Yesterday, the anticipated post-COVID construction boom got a shot in the arm with news of a five-star resort on the coast near Margaret River.
The 120-bed Westin Margaret River Resort and Spa - owned by Marriott International - would be built on the southern headland of Gnarabup Beach, immediately south of Surfers Point. Currently untouched coastal heath, the site has been slated for development for three decades.
Locals have spent three decades fending off development proposals of Gnarabup Beach and headland (ABC local/Anthony Pancia)
In 1990, a proposal to build a golf course and associated accommodation by a Japanese Consortium was rejected. In 1995, a resort and retirement village were built on land on the east side of Walcliffe Road, yet the western side of the road remained untouched despite many development proposals over the years.
The proposed resort still requires final planning approvals, but it aims to include 45 luxury suites and 400 square metres of events space.
WA Premier Mark McGowan attended the site for the announcement and said the development is a show of optimism for the WA tourism sector. "It is a great opportunity for our state and a demonstration of confidence in our tourism industry and also our economy through a very difficult period," he said.
Tourism Minister, Paul Papalia, said Margaret River played a key role in attracting tourists from across the world. "Before the COVID crisis we had seen two years running of record levels of outer-state visitor numbers," he said.
"More tourists came to Western Australia from interstate and overseas than ever before in history and Margaret River was absolutely essential in attracting those visitors."
Artist's impression of Westin Margaret River Resort Hotel
Local opposition points to the Leeuwin-Naturaliste Ridge Policy which aims to conserve natural landscape elements of the southwest coastline. The resort will be the first of its kind on that stretch of coast to have direct ocean access. It's also built on a prominent headland breaking the natural sight lines.
Locals are also concerned by visitor numbers on Gnarabup Beach. President of the Margaret River Costal Residents Association, Adrian Wilson, told the ABC the local beach is already being impacted by costal erosion.
"The beach in Gnarabup is extremely unstable, it's down to about one entrance to the beach," he said. "The level of pressure on that beach is already extremely high."
Westin Perth will develop the site and general manager, Peter Brampton, said the current plans had taken the local environment into account.
"It's a low rise in keeping with the surroundings and being environmentally focused," he said. "It's two-storey high in parts."
The developers hope to start construction before the end of the year.
Comments
Boo!
There is opportunity to expand the tourist industry without widening the foot print left behind. It takes a bit of thought and initiative. Rather than what appears a hasty post covid solution to down ward tourist numbers, there could be consolation with local groups (council and independent bodies). Investment into many small projects that dont hinder the landscape such as this one does. Unfortunately its to easy for the govt to just give it to the big business end of town. If Margs becomes just like all the other coastal places mentioned why travel so far to get there.
In a State that allowed Rio Tinto to blow up a 46,000 year old sacred site, nothing now will stop big business in WA...as all they have to do once they desecrate an area, is apologise.
Disgraceful. The almighty dollar reigns supreme once again. Fuck the environment......
Yep thats the attitude they carry - step on the environment dont work within in it - bloody hideous!
FFS.
Two words. One syllable each. F... O..
Petition: https://www.change.org/p/marriott-international-save-margaret-river?recr...
Woah, woah woah woah!!!
No way.
This is going to open-up the whole area to development!
MR is currently a pristine oceanic wilderness.
This is disgusting!
What can we do!?
Campbell, where are you man?
Almost at 10000 signatures. Get on it if you haven't already.
https://www.change.org/p/marriott-international-save-margaret-river
Theres progress.... Big Internationally owned hotel company, developer - rich Perthies, construction will be a big Perth company, jobs for locals??? yeah right, I guess our kids can get jobs as valets and bus boys to carry the bags for rich tourists. Margaret Rivers race to the bottom continues .
Sorry , Mike.
It’ll be temporary visa holders doing the work in all likelihood.
The Festival State beckons, Mike. Time to blow this popsicle stand.
After you get the painters in, of course.
No where in SA with the Margies vibe or environment.
Convos going over your head, Blowie. Greener (but also not!) pastures await us.
Hi Ape, shithouse isn't it? Not the worst even as just south of there is another proposed and approved "eco development' just left of the road in above picture. Not sure where they intend to process sewerage as current tiny sewerage plant was designed for 200 houses years ago which is already at max capacity,. Also of note the Beach Resort already there is either full (long weekends, holidays etc ) or almost empty , same goes for its bar / restaurant most of the year. Wonder if the local shire intend to put in the proposed secondary access road south of there before 3 years of building traffic or wait until development is complete like they have done with every sub division in town to date? Who cares and why consider how that kind of traffic will effect locals and beach users I guess??
As mentioned The Marriot is an international company so no local ties, same goes for devevoper an out of towner, just greedy business people , and state government seeing our region as dollar signs with no care about the continued decimation of what was a small country town. Killing the golden goose and ruining what people come here for in the first place.
300 jobs apparently but they will all be big construction types from the city rather than any of us local trades / services and other than perhaps cleaners and staff in the resort when it's built zero local benefit employmentwise.
Ever been to Hanalei bay on Kauai? Most beautiful place on earth - until you pan around to the big pink resort searched up on the headland above the point.
Fucked is what this is , give the rich tourists 5 stars ahead of how it will effect everybody else.
MR shire , State Gov should be ashamed of themselves for allowing this to happen.
Progress and development of the South West is inevitable. If you think this is bad, there is more coming! It won't stop.
You're right. Which is why we need to fight it. I don't buy arguments that the floodgates were always going to open so let not bother trying to stem the flow and mitigate the damage. Some sites should be off-limits to multinational business interests. This land, like Walcliffe House just up the road, should not even be in private hands. It's too environmentally sensitive and too culturally significant to loose. If the government really wanted to protect tourism in this state they would protect nationally significant sites like these. To add to the injury the architects/developer put forward a design that is an absolute insult. In no way does it aspire to be of a quality commensurate with the specialness of the site. Look at the design closely. It's more akin to distribution centre on the freeway near Perth airport. It's got a helipad FFS! This proposal contains zero value to anyone. Lazy and really fucking sad. We're better than this.
Always more to come, but Australians are very good at fighting off things they don't like. Down here in Tasmania we've been fighting off shit we don't like for decades, and it's pretty much my favorite hobby. Get amongst it I say mates.
how are you going with that Chinese one at Swansea danandan?
Getting organised to object is a great idea and given the resources available to developers needs to be undertaken on more than an individualistic 'hobby' basis....Tassie certainly has not been immune from the impact of mass tourism (over 3.5 million visitors in 2019/3.2 domestic), development and government driven private enterprise infraction into world heritage and national park spaces...just pop a drone over the Seven Mile Beach carpark on a points swell to see a mirror image of the horrendous crowds experienced of Snapper / or check out the sanitised, conga line, $1000 a day plus boutique 'wilderness experiences' on the Tas Peninsular et al....the statewide population growth from 470,000 in 2000 to its current 520,000, whilst not sounding too drastic, has resulted in peak hour gridlock going in and out of Hobart and a blow out on some coastal villages (now suburbs) within commuting distance of the city. Tassie is by no way immune from developments as per exactly what is happening all over the nation and, having 9 generations of Taswegains in the family, it is clear that the lifestyle of being happier with less is gone. Regarding Swansea development - the Tas Planning Commission has rejected the Spring Bay Council's approval to go ahead and the Chinese consortium is planning an objection.......this group of investors own over 3000 coastal hectares in this area. The horse bolted here quite some time ago and, given the $ impact of the covid travel restrictions, it can be reasonably anticipated that government will be frantic in attempts to attract resi and commercial investment and go flatout to escalate tourist numbers as soon as they decide to open the door......
You can't dream this shit up...
The Marriott International Drug Aware Pro
Rally! Its not enough to complain here, we must make noise for the local councils and development boards. People come to MR to get away from the commercial zones of Perth, not to enter another one. This is classic interference by outsiders in a place they do not understand to the detriment of the greater community. Campbell made a good point in considering Hawaii. Everyone on the island HATES those big resorts -and they destroy water quality -ironically one of the original draws to the area. Currently this area is greatly enjoyed by locals and one of the largest big wave attractions in the world -and its natural splendour. If we bring tourists in mass quantity to this exact spot out of the town, the big wave surfing will be destroyed and people will die regularly. This is not a surf zone for beginners and tourists. Crowds here will cause death. They would be better suited to more calm coastal areas or near the plentiful, beautiful wine areas. Margaret River has many areas that would be of great attraction to tourists -including a very beautiful little town, wineries- and there is no need to cause such callous destruction to surfers, local culture and environment. Mains and Southside breaks are extreme and deadly waves. If this proposal goes forward, tourists will die, and they will take locals with them, ruining the site for everyone. State government needs to respect local wisdom or we all lose in the end. This is more "lost generation" type central authority idealism pushing ignorance at the expense of locals. State is too greedy for developer money and campaign contributions for common sense short of major community push back and threat of lawsuits. These people consistently overstep with their authority. Maybe it should be trimmed back and local councils should have more say, the state less? Locals should begin by writing some letters and end with a good old fashioned protest, lawyers if possible. "Authority concedes nothing without a demand."
All around Australia (and world) we’ve seen that the coastal strip should never have been developed.
And now we continue to pass these proposals? Absolutely ludicrous.
Sooner or later these developments need to be rejected on the basis of inappropriate towards local culture.
The environmental angle may be effective but there needs to be weight of local interest balanced against private economic benefit to truly reflect the nature of our society.
Make a stand based on community opposition to this development on cultural impropriety and the problem will be solved once and for all.
I've watched the Torquay/Surf Coast get decimated over the last 10 to 20 years by councils, governments and rich pricks with no regard for the environment. Here's another example ready for take off.
Can't see how the Yallingup to Augusta area is going to escape more of this. The whole coastal strip from Mandurah to Busselton is already developed or close to being developed. Can only hope it will be developed tastefully.
Hey, at least there's a helipad!
And surely it's good that the infamous WA company Saracen Properties is involved in carrying out the joint development of the project.
This is the same Luke Saraceni who went down the bog in the Raine Square debacle in Perth. As well as the ex-winery on Caves Road, that's now a "virtual winery" in Perth.
Shonky? WA? Naaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaah.
Been batting this away since the Hohnen days in the 90s!
MR is cooked. Or rather, kooked.
The FB MR Noticeboard page comments say as much. Jobs n growth, jobs n growth. Ingest the mantra!
Some gronks want a McDonalds to go, too!
Chao. ¡Hasta la victoria siempre*!
*right........
Dunno what people are complaining about, I mean, it's shaped like a boomerang and everything.
It's an L for Lame
Or a broken stick.
Appeals to your artistic sensibilities, Andy?
Where should letters be sent? Directly to the State department pushing the development?
Have I hit a nerve mate?
Going to stalk me around the place now?
You're not my type :)
"Not sure where they intend to process sewerage"
Campbell this is the key ingredient to all these proposed mega developments isn't it , which people tend to forget about. Sure they do all the environmental assessments and the waste water treatment system goes through the planning process but it's all smoke and mirrors. The long and short of it is that you have the same amount of people as a small suburb in a condensed area shitting and pissing on a daily basis. And that my friend is not a "environmentally focused" development. It's a shit farm where people come to have fun and relax.
Sewers the spot is gonna be sewers for real.
What a shit-show!
Is gas bay the discharge point?
Yes Ape there is already the wastewater facility just down the coast a bit at Gas Bay, so any sewerage concerns are kinda irrelevant. Also the bio-loo systems available today would be a pre-requisite for sure. I live and love this stretch of coastline and feel quite surprised some corporate c... own it. Always had the feeling it was National park land on the coastal strip south of Prev. Brings to mind something Smiffy said from ATS regards future jobs for crew " A job that doen't f,,, someone else or the environment over. Tough one, and could be the prototype for future opening up of the area to tourism. Humans who come,use,mess it up with no concept of leaving any legacy apart from truffle dotted shit and instagram selfies...*sigh.
garyg..."Sure they do all the environmental assessments and the waste water treatment system goes through the planning process but it's all smoke and mirrors.". Fucking really??? I don't see any smoke or mirrors mate...much more simple 'yeah we've ticked those boxes and off we go'. As an environmental scientist (zoologist really), I can confirm that the enviro assessment protocol in this State ( and the rest of Australia) were born with a major handicap, and have now been assigned to a care home for the severely demented, and completely ignored. Coastal heath is one of the most biodiverse AND sensitive ecological communities in the country. Money rules the roost. I'm not into nimbyism, but fark, I'm pretty happy that when I left Perth it wasn't for Margies. Highly subtle monstrosities like this are just the tip of the iceberg. Hope it crashes and burns
A state hinged or unhinged on raw materials would feasibly exploit the next available resource... F><£ wits!
It looks ghastly too.
Stand as one on the environment and fight. every time they build they destroy priceless untold riches. The land we stand on is to shared freely.
I think they should amend the development consent to include privatising the surrounding surf breaks for SUP's and the impending comeback of the goatboat.
Maybe close off carpark access too, especially for annoying, entitled locals.
The Ramp can be like the ol' Cloudbreak days!
That undeveloped coastal strip between the Capes is one of the best (and most unique) things about the area. 2nd only after the waves!
As a qlder I've been to Margaret River only a couple of times, but a development like this in that pristine stretch of Australian coastline seems undesirable no matter how you look at it.
fuck gsco i was lucky enough to visit the area at xmas to visit my misso's family , who live in margs ,
as a quenslander i wanted to move there straight away , loved the coastal ruggedness ,the amazing people and the whole vibe and it was at the busiest time of the year ,
im a builder by trade and would hate to see that area be overrun and turned into metropolis, this is a line in the sand type development and will no doubt open the floodgates
I used to work there at the cafe in the early 90’s for a short while when I lived there. I honestly never thought I’d see this happen to this area. But fuck, the hay days are gone now, this is the start and it won’t stop. Greed and shouts of progress, it’s good for the locals they say. Bullshit, only the rich Benefit from this and the wozzle when they stay for the comp. what a cracking start to the year hey!
Get farked!!
Me and a mate stayed in that current shit show across the road from the proposed development for a couple of nights last year. The two nights we were there the whole place was booked out by The Rebels. Coppers parked out front that whole time on stand by. I guess you'd have to factor this into your likely clientele too. Fun!
Petition up on Change.org
https://www.change.org/p/marriott-international-save-margaret-river?recr...
Cheers mate. I'll share on fb too.
Signed mate, and gave them $8 towards the cause, and I have never even been there.
But I know what these type of developments pave the way for, and it aint pretty.
Looks more attractive then the shite processing farm about 1 km down which is actually closer to beach and more visible. Almost vom every time I surf gas bay
Have you seen what the Gold Coast of Queensland looks like? Byron? Lennox? Ulladulla? That's the future here too.
Geez, that's next level horrendous.
If I was that architect, I wouldn't put my name on that monstrosity.
This type of development goes way beyond the local Bob Jelly types.
Gnarabup Resource Library
Intro..
***** Hotel is to lure WA tourists first then attract Global Visitors seeking surety.
Govt called for expressions of interest ...(15 responded / 9 considered)
Nationwide State Govt's palm cash to revive WH / Wilderness Horror Show.
No questions asked...complete first nation / local town / enviro overrides.
Ministerial Statement...+ (Photo File)
https://www.mediastatements.wa.gov.au/Pages/McGowan/2020/06/Five-star-vo...
Premier @ Project Launch (Full Announcement -All parties) Running Time 34mins
https://www.facebook.com/abcperth/videos/wa-tourism-announcement/3069312...
S/W Development Commission -(Attended The Hill Top Media Circus)
https://www.facebook.com/swdc.wa.gov.au/
(3 Part) Development blocks the ocean sunset across Gnarabup Leeuwin Naturaliste
1. Resort & Spa $70m -120 rooms (Boomerang Shape) (Central) Shown.
2. Reef Drive (South) $30m -80 rooms (50+) < Private Rd (Closed) > Resort Links?
Note: Shown on Google Earth 2016 [sale sign at intersection]
https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/563412dce4b02a69d7e49e95/1...
3.(North-not coloured)Condos above Gnarabup [P] Needs xing or 'buggy' underpass to Club?
Linking last stage offers a (Later / no fuss) Golf option above the town.
C'mon! That looks like a 1970's Wild West Boomerang Golf Lodge.
Goldie tbb is sniffin' out a brownpaperbag whiteshoe Ocean Links Golf Resort.
Big Weddings / Big Boyz - Wines / Beer / Waves / Fish / Golf / Treks.
5 big players are pushin ahead on this...more than a Resort Spa pamper pack?
ATTENTION
Premier only learns of Stages 2/3 after his State address...[Pause-0:50] WTF is this shit?
It's clear to all the Premier was ambushed by Saracen's hilltop massacre.(then vomits)
See for yourselves...3 parcels of land are pointed out in a Golf Course links style.
https://7news.com.au/news/wa/wa-tourism-hotspot-margaret-river-to-get-fi...
Shire of Augusta / Margaret River ~ Local Planning Scheme 1
[ Must Read ] Describes: All Planning Zones in detail
https://www.google.com/search?ei=O8ToXsj9OI6Z4-EPyuC0iA0&q=Shire+of+Augu...
Shire of Augusta / Margaret River ~ Local Planning Strategy
https://www.amrshire.wa.gov.au/library/file/0Publications/LP%20Strategy/...
Shire of Augusta / Margaret River ~ LP Part 2 or (Part 5 Tourism Sites)
[ ** IMPORTANT ** ] Resort Site Lot (Council Description) is covered in this Paper
https://www.dplh.wa.gov.au/getmedia/6a95e5ce-b13f-45e8-8e94-2240eec424be...
Resort / Town Map (see: Hadyn -below /thanx) see here also(1+2 above)
https://www.dplh.wa.gov.au/getmedia/dbb61b92-fe07-4fad-a98f-7f5efd93aa05...
Note: Parks & Recreation = (Potential) 18 hole Golf Links?
White Elephant Cafe is zoned [ Parks & Recreation ] Weddings Parties Anything Anytime
(Open Licence -200 invited guests) Precedents & Privatises the whole Park Recreation Zone
Cafe has extended (Beach-Ocean) License for Legal ceremony/events/seating/alcohol/dogs
Note: Retro Car ramping ocean access & boats moored inshore. (Anything goes here!)
https://www.barefootbeachweddings.com.au/couples/
https://www.whiteelephantcafe.com.au/functions/
Marriott boast Weddings as main function + Highlights Beach Path access.
Resort requires #1 Beach Wedding access > Cafe -Open beach license = (Sky is the Limit)
Beach connect will need to be formalised in covered built form (Safe for Brides & Guests)
Whale Watching / Diving / Ocean Charter tenders > WSL (line-up VIP?)...
At what point does WA [ NSR ] spell out encroachment..(Tip: Now would be a good time!)
WSL + SA are commercialising privatising all Oz Surfing Reserves (Gigs / Grog / VIP Dogs etc)
WSR- Cape to Cape -World renowned Wine Trail value add [ Westin health brand ]
This billed as Govt flagship Billboard for - ***** State Tourism.
As said, icon is to detour Bali Bound locals & attract far flung to clean pure Margs.
Ngari Capes Marine Park (Features) Special Purpose [ National Surfing Reserve/s ]
http://www.fish.wa.gov.au/Documents/marine_parks/ngari_capes_marine_park...
NCMP Management Plan.(re: Noongar) + Shorebirds + The need for a Surf Policy?
https://www.dpaw.wa.gov.au/images/documents/parks/management-plans/decar...
State planning policy 6.1 Leeuwin- Naturaliste Ridge
https://www.dplh.wa.gov.au/information-and-services/district-and-regiona...
Margaret River [NSR] + (SW Development Commission): Share-Respect-Preserve...
"Let's ensure the natural beauty of this area remains intact for future generations."
https://www.ozbeaches.com.au/pages/national-surfing-reserves-of-australia
Who here thinks SWDC upheld their shared National Surf Reserve Plaque vows.
Cape to Cape (Spring)Wildflowers [# Biodiversity Hot Spot]
https://capetocapetours.com.au/spring-wildflowers-margaret-river/
Level 1 Flora & Vegetation Survey at Gnarabup
https://yoursay.amrshire.wa.gov.au/23370/documents/46366
Library Research Notes:
Whale & Wave Lookout through-out winter + reptile livelyhood on hill tops.
First Nation claim Caves exist beneath this site + they & Town were not consulted.
These are the only Intrusive Large Westerly buildings along Cape to Cape Habitat.
Reef Dr Resort needs [Gated Private roads] for 24/7 safe Clubhouse service link.
Clubhouse Buggy underpass beneath Main Road opens out to Links Course Condos
Helipad is offered to community for Rescue & Shark Victims + Gnarabup [P] + Cafe stays.
Cafe may get revamped as SLSC + private Beach club / '70's Disco.
Is tbb getting warm?
Whiteshoes are bossing Govts & rewriting seaside precedents on back of Covid-19.
You all see the pure evil Saracen Snake strike the Premier in above Horror Movie.
How quick the Whiteshoes access the Premier & pounce on 2nd/3rd Ocean allotments.
Not enough time for a sausage sizzle & WA Premier was putty in their hands.
Gromz! You can learn a lesson from that vid...(Premier + people no longer get a say!)
You all know what to do Gromz. { Save yer Local }...It's Whiteshoestompin'time!
# Library was restocked with several detailed (Council Planning Papers) on 16th June
TBB you may well have time on your hands, but you use it well. Thanks for the links.
Don't accept this.
Act.
VOTE!
Nice one TBB, also festagales (not sure spelling) , osprey and sea eagle nesting on adjacent land, endangered ringtail possums, rare southwest Quokka sightings in immediate area , but dollars over environment everytime. Mc gowan did a great job over covid but now showing true colours , laying in bed with developers and doing a fair impression of his predecessor Colin Barnett on this idea, selling the Margaret River dream to anybody that will listen. The ultra rich Chinese tourists didn't rate Margs without a "luxury" accommodation so now they get one , regardless of how appropriate the location is or how the LOCAL community feel about it.
Phascogales?
Small carnivorous marsupials.
On my side they have black fluffy plumes at the end of their slender tail.
And TEETH!
Fight hard mate.
I really didn't realise how stuffed my neighbourhood was until I drove around the new roundabout down to the other side of the ridge.
We all need to realise we are all part of the problem, and address it.
Can you believe they give out doctorates in economics?
The only model they can come up with is growth.
The monkey in 2001 did more creative thinking when he smashed that bone,
Better Not Bigger
It’s intregueing. I’ll deal with it, because life so far has been about adapting to change. Freedom! I hope the architectural design rivals the best on Earth. I hope to get rich and live near my favourite waves.
There are other wild dark raw places that exist with no one nearby. Bring your courage and take your trash.
10 years ago I was driving around the Mediterranean. I thought the non-stop development was the saddest thing ever. So sad to see us go down this road.
Petition signed. Letters on the way. Fight.
https://www.dplh.wa.gov.au/getmedia/dbb61b92-fe07-4fad-a98f-7f5efd93aa05...
Looks like this site has been identified and zoned for tourist development
So unfortunate and unstoppable.
Think every desirable coastline on Earth that tourists/developers can plunder.
Nothing new really.
Be glad if you're old enough to have seen them pristine. The next generation will be less emotional and heck post Covid- We've got to get the economy going.
Good on the locals for fighting this for so long, hopefully you still got something left in you and can put up more resistance.
All governments have one objective - Growth at all costs. It doesn’t matter if there isn’t an organic demand for growth.. The world needs less growth and a smaller population which is contrary to the primary objective of the powers that be.
The whole Australian surf community should arrive at this site and protest if it gets to that stage! We lose the premier big wave spot in Australia, that is a kick in the teeth! The whole area should be left to the public as a nature park and nothing else!
"Tourism Minister, Paul Papalia, said Margaret River played a key role in attracting tourists from across the world. "Before the COVID crisis we had seen two years running of record levels of outer-state visitor numbers," he said."
Sounds to me like MR has been going just fine/gangbusters without this then eh? Those familiar with Ken's line at the end of every episode of Brownie's Coastwatch..."don't destroy what you came to enjoy".....
So where do the likes of Surfing Aust. WA and the WSL stand on this proposal?
Few people on here saying things like "it's inevitable". No it's not. Plenty of examples from across the country whereby local communities successfully prevent development going ahead.
To add to TBB's list of links.
Gnarabup is in that table: https://www.watoday.com.au/national/western-australia/way-of-life-at-ris...
Massive resource: https://coastadapt.com.au/planning-approaches-western-australia
Definitely worth a read ahead of any discussions folks might have with the State and Council planning teams: https://coastadapt.com.au/reducing-risk-legal-challenge
This group is all about protecting natural values and responding to climate change in that region: https://www.peronnaturaliste.org.au/
And the doozy, signed by McGowan himself....particularly the 'Objectives' section: https://www.dplh.wa.gov.au/getmedia/a608b7f4-85c6-414e-b370-c3c2c0c28102...
mowgli is up for the good fight (Getting our shit together is step 1)
This covid coastal cocooning is Oz wide.
Scomo: "Where the Bloody Hell are my Beach Slaves."
State Pollie's: "1st 20,000 Gold Spades are free for Dec' Oz Beach Dig."
Vid shows this lot hiding suss 'Stage 3' behind their back.
They've already crossed the 'Line in the sand'.
Locals turn to call their bluff!
1. How do the *****brides parade up/down to the Beach Weddings.
2. Cape's Park-Recreational Golf Links (YES/NO)
Reckon that should scuff up their whiteshoes.
How big the War & how long it divides the town.
If these jokers want the lot...locals have a right to flush them out.
haha. Gold. Some of your finest work TBB
Should have been a surfing reserve long before now.
Is all the sewerage going to come out at Grunters and Gas.
Sad day for WA.
Oh yay more rich kooks around Margies
I bet all the protestors are the rich pricks who live in gnarabup in a monstrosity of their own not to dissimilar to the hotel their protesting about. I think everyone needs to calm there farm the magic of that particular area has already been lost, about 20 years ago when they developed gnarabup. Pretty ugly multiple story houses everywhere. Before then I can remember driving on the beach at grunters and reversing onto the reef to get a run up the dune. Can’t do that no more
Certainly hope for your sake that your not a gambling man. At least we know where you stand though. Let the good times roll eh? By the way, do you remember driving over the Hooded Plover’s nesting on the beach back in the day? Fukn good times....
Well I think a bit of 4x4 ing on the beach is far less harmful then the sewerage farm built in the same location to accomodate the rich locals of gnarabup. Biggest eyesore and stench ever and it’s right on the beach. Now those same locals don’t like a hotel being built in the same spot as their house and shit farm. And yes quite a few reside in Perth and have a holiday home there. Can’t blame em I’d be upset if my view was going to be interrupted too
Sam, even if the local Gnarabup residents are protesting this development, they would obviously be an absolute minority in terms of numbers. I would suggest the vast majority of people protesting would not even be considered to be wealthy. Developers don’t build 5-star resorts relying on poor to middle class punters booking in on a regular basis. If the MR Shire & state government think MR needs a 5-star resort, why not build it closer to Town & not on a very sensitive section of Coast that is already under great pressure environmentally.
Agree with you on most of that. I guess I miss the margs of old. It used to be a surfers town, these days it feels full of richies from Cottesloe who have a holiday home gnarabup.
This development will effect way more surfers and locals than the small handful of people on top of of the hill and Pt Maramaduke dve fellas, most surfers in Margs work for a living like yourselves and so that justification for building a big fuck off hotel on the headland is fucked , go look around the world and see for yourselves. The South west is still country , "keep the country country " as they say on the north shore, there is plenty of 5 Star Resorts out there if thats your desire , fuck off to one of them rather than building more of these ... BTW the rest of the panorama is mountains,waterfalls and beach
https://www.sfgate.com/chris-mcginnis/article/Marriott-Rewards-loses-a-p...
This is the view from eyesore rich paradise resort
https://www.orbitz.com/Princeville-Hotels-Spectacular-Oceanfront-View-At...
Pretty much the main reason for this being approved was ultra rich Chinese tourists didnt rate Margaret River as a destination as the was no "5Star Luxury" accomadation, scummy little place so the state Gov panders to this mindset and here we go.
We all get the NIMBY attitude when ‘your’ special bit of Coast is getting developed. I went full NIMBY when the coast where I live was further developed. Progress and development of the Margs region is going to happen. I can guarantee that the residents and surfers won’t end up too much worse off. The Government will not want to destroy the ‘country’ vibe, even if we all know those glory days are in the past.
Kellya, for me personally it’s not about nimbyism. Firstly Gnarabup isn’t in my backyard (although I wish it was). Secondly, I’m not even against development/progress when done sensibly & constructively . However in this instance, there would be plenty of alternative locations around MR to build a 5-star resort that would not impact the environment (both physically & visually) nearly as detrimentally as this specific location. That’s all....
I wish I had a holiday house there! I am confident (I hope) that the government and developers do this sensitively. I reckon it will be done sustainably and will match the natural beauty of the area more than the mansions on the hill.
The sustainable 5 star resort for international jet setters built on undisturbed native wildlife habitat.
Sure , why not ?
And I want a car I can drive to the moon.
If the moon landing did actually happen we should be able to go for a quick trip up there by now.
Was my initial thought as well. Does smell a bit NIMBY. The loudest voices will be those with multi-storey holiday homes who drive down from Peppy Grove every few weeks.
As much as I hate this shit, is nobody gonna mention downtown Subiaco that has invaded that local area.Before you all start moaning have a good look in your own backyard, Its disgustaville what exists down there...So corporate is going to destroy the very paradise you all destroyed......Karma is a bitch isn’t it.....Oh the years of early Boodj when few knew and you told no one...The days of emptiness, just you and a mate....Subdivision went on sale ‘96 from memory,knew what it would become....Don’t mention the shit farm...
The surf’s already a shit fight,
carparks are maxed out,
human shit and tp scattered everywhere, dangerous/ignorant/inexperienced driving (and fucking cyclists) on caves road.
The joint is already cooked. Enough please.
That hotel design in that location is a disgrace.
There will be very few jobs for locals.
Not many days of the year that would be very pleasant round the pool. Either too cold or too windy 90% of the time.
Dunsborough/Yallingup/Smiths have already been ruined royally by the same types that are going to ruin Margies, even further than it already has been. I grew up holidaying with my grandparents who lived in Dunsborough and watched it change from a sleepy little town to the shit show it is today and Margies is heading the same way...this will be one more major nail in that coffin. It’s an absolute disgrace.
I have just finished writing a scathing email to my landlord and would love to keep it going with alot of what is written above. Being completely inexpperienced in these matters, what is the most effective way to voice an opinion on this? who should get letters? anything else I can/should be doing?
If the powers that be believe WA need a 5star hotel to draw in the super rich why not put it up the road in fancy winery. The coastal ridges of the cape to cape have resisted development this long why does a big timer get to come in with big numbers and sugar hit construction jobs and fuck it all up. Short sightedness and greed.
I actually think there is very good buisiness case behind hidering develpment in areas like MR. So many beautifil coastal places in the world overcrouded and overdeveloped. Places like the SW are a rare breed. and rare things get valuable. doesnt mean you need sell the crown jewl to profit. People come to see trees, blue water, waves and coastal landscapes, you can overpay for ***** anywhere in the world.
With the Chinese giving travel warnings to Australia, there’s no need for a 5 star resort.
"Don't it always seem to go that you don't know what you've got 'til it's gone ?, They paved paradise and put up a parking lot".
Oooooo Bop Bop Bop Bop Ooooooo
TBB & Hayden.
The plan identifies the land as T2 - the index on the plan omits T2. Any idea why?
Any comment or consent from the Elders of the local indigenous peoples & custodians of the lands - Bibbulmun - they were openly split on any developments on these lands - with a possible selective approach to consulting with them some 25 years ago.
The Owner/Developer group attempts to push development on the western side of Wallcliffe Rd suffered setbacks about 25 years ago - much of the vocal opposition were long established local people & environmental groups. May not matter much as they were in the area & the beginning of the end. There were numerous objections raised & not confined to environmental issues - some of the Bibbulmun people objected but some didn’t. Am curious if you know of: has the waste treatment plant near Gas Bay been extended or improved in past 20 years (it regularly overflowed & was inadequate for the population); when was ownership of the lands transferred from Hohnen group - and with any conditions; the commercial value of the proposed developments was said to be less than desirable - that was mostly for the land where a gold course is loosely suggested - something like 128 units only but 145 or more in designs - did that include this particular land (I thought it didn’t); any word recently from Bibbilmun peoples. Oh so much more.
Appreciate your work. Ta muchly.
PR56...very good question...tbb overthunk that...are we all crazy now?
It is a Council "Reference Number" that corresponds to [ Key Tourist Site No. 2 ]
There are 1-16 Tourist Sites on Region's Maps...This one being [ No. 2 ] *see below
# These Docs are now stocked in the Library...(Must read Papers for this Tourist site)
[Local Planning Scheme No 1]...( Access is by search Title only ) Well worth it!
https://www.google.com/search?ei=O8ToXsj9OI6Z4-EPyuC0iA0&q=Shire+of+Augu...
Local Planning Strategy (Part 1) Good Resource!
https://www.dplh.wa.gov.au/getmedia/749f6d97-c02b-4aa4-a514-641a358e819b...
Local Planning Strategy (Part 2) also titled "Part 5 Key Tourism Sites"
[ IMPORTANT ] Paper deals specifically with this site...must read!
(*Mystery Solved)
(*Key Tourism Site 2) Lots 501/2/4 Reef Drive & Lot 503 Seagrass Place Gnarabup.
https://www.dplh.wa.gov.au/getmedia/6a95e5ce-b13f-45e8-8e94-2240eec424be...
Crew please thank PR56 for pushing tbb to dig out the planning tools! (All even now!)
Good on the crew involved behind this for putting up some resistance and standing up for this beautiful coast. Much respect.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2020-07-19/protest-over-five-star-resort-in-...
That's the spirit bluediamond, keep fighting the good fight...more from the rally.
https://www.amrtimes.com.au/news/augusta-margaret-river-times/big-turnou...
I think this comment sums it up..
“We feel that this site is worth more, culturally, socially, environmentally and economically, left in its natural and non-developed state.”
Cheers TBB. Legend mate.
It was a good turnout with good people leading the charge. Some generationally now. Fark, 40 years of fighting the bollocks round there!
Anyway, here's the developer. Form since forever (this article from 2011)
https://www.afr.com/politics/in-perth-and-in-debt-20110122-j4v22?fbclid=...
Also the premier Mark McGowan shared this on his official FB page the other day.
https://www.buzzfeed.com/zetamorgan/western-australia-best-state?fbclid=...
Strange. Where are all the resorts?
Thanks for those links Facto. Couldn't open the first one past the paywall, but got the gist of it, and the second one,..Yep, selling the beauty away. Sly. Maybe that's the view from their resorts! ha. Some beautiful pics nevertheless.
The developer Luke Saracini's 'environmental credentials' and general business integrity:
https://www.afr.com/politics/was-hot-property-sparks-blazing-row-2005120...
https://thewest.com.au/news/south-west/port-geographe-gets-lifeline-ng-y...
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2020-08-03/weedy-woes-linger-for-busselton-l...
WA inc/stink?!
sickening idea and the Margaret river council is corrupt as ever, we need to fight this as hard as the fight for the bite.
25th June ..continues with Luke Saraceni comments on this Site.
Protesters have limited options...
1) Make submissions within Council zoning
2)Govt doesn't back final Vision.
3)Govt could buy the land but we're not selling
Application will be lodged within 90 days
https://www.amrtimes.com.au/news/augusta-margaret-river-times/concerns-t...
21/22 July 2020 WSL Grand Slam Margaret River
https://www.swellnet.com/news/form-guide/2020/07/22/introducing-the-aust...
31 July 2020 WSL (Window Shopping) Eyes on the Prize!
WSL re-write is awkwardly late.
https://www.worldsurfleague.com/posts/454161/west-oz-locals-reject-new-h...
There is some question as to...
Seemingly, in a very unsurfing like gesture, the local's objection gets blanked out.
* The Surfer article is already a Promo with a tagged on 'Whinge' ending.
* WSL dispenses with ex WSL Taj's local protest.
* Tweaked as a resort promo with an edgy surf tag!
* WSL won't link to the petition of 20,000 (Massive)?
This One....this Massive petition!
https://www.change.org/p/marriott-international-save-margaret-river
Ok! So the crew already know where WSL stand on Pro Golf-Surf Resorts.
Have WSL just been dumbstruck by a Giant Boomerang?
Did we just see dollar signs click in their eyes & drool dripping from their mouths.
Are Surfing WA..also beholden to the Govt.
Surfrider are up front with the locals ....They Say No!
Ocean view lots are rare & restricted on oceanside of the Coast Road....
This presents a once in a lifetime grab for a Margaret River (Surf) Spa Resort.
WSL/SWA check onshore slushies then hack out a round with Kelly on PGA course.
tbb is looking in from afar ....
Why are WSL + SWA absent on defending NCMP / NSR Values
Locals + Taj + Surfrider // Line in the sand \\ WSL+ SWA + Crooks + Crook Govt .
[ WSL/SWA - SELL OUT ] Govt might let them rearrange deckchairs at the Resort.
Comp is ever without a sponsor ~ Westin Margaret River Resort & Spa Pro.
WSL Pro warms up for Spa interview then dropped into battle arena by Resort Chopper.
Great research TBB. And yep...surfing WA definitely have ruffled some feathers down this way from the crew i've talked to.
And again...Great to see the WSL burning their bridges far and wide. It will come back to bite them in time (like now), it's inevitable.
Although nothing like a WSL set up, they ran one of those 100 minute comps at North Point a few days ago. I guess it wasn't a "sanctioned" event of any sorts as they line up wasn't cleared. Robbo and Chippo were in good form.
After reading that creepy WA developer's smug mantra...ain't he a piece of work!
Love to topple that mobster's White Board.
Plan ( Reunite the original 2010 A team )
Surfrider + NSR /WSR + South West Development Commission
Nominate WA for WSR to really ramp this up a notch!
Together Recite { Margaret's Motto }
" Let's ensure the Natural Beauty of this Area remains intact for future generations."
This cements a worldly bond of Surfers & Developers to protect Margaret Region
All Govt / Council / Developers have committed to respecting the area for ten years.
Govt & Council have maintained that Large scale Development is out of character.
To force or promote large scale development alienates Govt, Council & Community.
WSR can be backed up by collective...Bio region / Marine Parks / Surfing Reserves
Next Taj reminds WSL Pros to respect his WA Surfing Reserve/s bio region.
Then Surfrider + SWDC + NSR + WSR + Pros - instruct WSL / SWA to respect Area.
Global level of influence is doable + affordable in the allotted short time frame.
March on up as a Team to the Premier & remind him of 10 years of NSR dedication.
Tell the Premier you want his support for WA WSR.
Govt rules that developers vision jeopardizes the WA WSR nomination.
All about respect for the greater good...it's what we all want & you can't beat that.
"Let's ensure the Natural Beauty of this area remains intact for future generations!"
https://www.ozbeaches.com.au/pages/national-surfing-reserves-of-australia
I don't know if this link has been put up.
Plenty of campaign info:
https://preservegnarabup.org.au/campaign/
That's great Dale + we'd know if we'd seen that link...Excellent work!
Wot's even better is Surfrider leading from the front.
Surfrider have been up front & on time with current Oz wide campaigns.
We are all exhausted fighting Govt / Corp seafront takeovers & again so here.
swellnet crew notice & salute Surfrider's lead of late...
That's a committed team you have and crew are thankful for your fighting spirit.
Crew salute swellnet for leadership & providing a platform to defend our shoreline.
Great to see surfers caring for each other's coastline...that is our greatest strength.
Rest assured WA ...if you need Oz wide or larger support...you got it here & now!
If corrupt Qld Govt can legislate 2 WSR's, then motion WA Govt to legislate just one!
A motion for WSR ramps up WA Govt to care as much as other State Premiers...
factotum reveals that WA Premier is fond of great outdoors in their pristine state.
Let him show he's willing to protect it as Qld Premier wishes to protect our Coastline
WA need only nominate for WSR...then Premier needs to envisage lawful protection.
WSR will likely pressure Govt on legislating against coastal development.
Who here believes WA Premier would block WSR legislation ? Then let's do it!
WSR is a more exclusive Margaret River Flagship than one international Resort...
Premier would have no choice but to support WSR protocol.
Just sign here...
https://www.savethewaves.org/programs/world-surfing-reserves/the-process/
I am a relative newby to Gnarabup, just 5 years, but it is my home, a wonderful community I feel part of now, and I love living here. Wish I could do more. Please let me know how I can help. Other than being here every day, I have written letters and share the story as much as possible. It is Time to stop these opportunistic vision-less idiots from riding roughshod over the land that is home to so much more than the concrete and trapsing tourists they propose. Economics is such a limited discipline when it refuses to consider the concept of 'opportunity cost'. We need to fight them at their own bloody game.
Ok Crew! All is quiet so tbb took 5 to play some catch up!
tbb has had a little peak-a-boo & can see more clearly now...
Yes! This is a 'Landmark' Golf Clubhouse for a very big Surfside Golf Course
17 Dec 2019 [ SOLD ] by Savills Perth
This is the generic layout magazine style
Site does share some Development Options
Might be interesting as an overview on how Perth Real Estate view this site.
https://www.realcommercial.com.au/sold/property-lots-783-501-504-gnarabu...
Development Sites & (Land) / Hotel & (Leisure) tbb thinks the land is going gone!
(Beachfront) is constantly being SOLD never 'Beachside'...
The opportunity exists to purchase 100% freehold interest ...(Not sure if that's right?)
("This beachfront parcel of land is the only one of it's kind positioned to capture the market's high demand for the region's first major luxury accommodation.")
Note: Both one of a kind but also 1st...(Goldie code for a Whiteshoe infestation).
("The assets 'line' the Indian Ocean")
Plans don't show Ocean Access but tbb & crew did warn of an Ocean grab.
By assets & 'line' they mean Oceanside Golf links
https://i3.au.reastatic.net/800x600-resize,extend,r=33,g=40,b=46-quality...
As of right takeover Photo of Cafe-Bar + Jetty-Pontoon + Private Beach [P] > Links.
https://i3.au.reastatic.net/800x600-resize,extend,r=33,g=40,b=46-quality...
White Elephant Cafe is temp for wedding vows + Surfie Caddy Shack.
One must consider the site was sold on the sly as an Oceanside Golf Resort Package
tbb will shuffle his Goldie Whiteshoe whiteboard to gate out the Locals Only! (Ready)
Can we get Map 16 up on the whiteboard ...(Drool, slobber slobber!)
https://www.dplh.wa.gov.au/getmedia/dbb61b92-fe07-4fad-a98f-7f5efd93aa05...
Now get the office girl to overlay Savills' 6 (Burp!)
https://i3.au.reastatic.net/800x600-resize,extend,r=33,g=40,b=46-quality...
Road Closures From the North
1, Wallcliffe Rd ..//x[Closed]x\\...Breeze Cove [Buggy or 1 Lane Service] No [P]
2. Wallcliffe Rd... //x[Gated]x\\... Reef Drive (No Local ocean access)
3. Wallcliffe Rd < > Ocean View Road x[Ends]x (Buggy Thru-fare) @ Reef Drive.
4. Reef Drive //x[Gated]x\\ @ Former [P] Now a Tee or Green (Locals can Choose)
5. Reef Dr /Seagrass Place become Private Gated Roads (Free title may allow this?)
6. Ocean View Rd is grassed over for Golf Links back to Reef Drive Gate >(Buggies)
7. Wallcliffe Road < > New Private built Rd to [P] ...
a) Consider Resort will be entitled to access parcel across their own road.
b) This Private Rd will grant the Resort safer easement to Cafe Weddings
c) This Road opens up the Boyz Toyz Adventure Clubhouse (Private Beach)
d) The former Ocean View Rd [P] also becomes a Tee or Green ....
8. Wallcliffe Rd < > Gnarabup Rd //x [Ends]x\\ @ [NO-Parking]
a) This cuts off Public access to Resort's Private Boat Ramp & Private Beach.
b) Gnarabup Rd cuts short affording the Golfers to play thru to WSL Surfers' Point
c) The narrow dunes provide Buggy access to the wider adjoining dune Links.
d) The more coastline grab for links the more near road Condo enclaves above.
9. The cafe is upzoned & soon thereafter bulldozed & refashioned as Casino Marina.
10.Westin WSL Surf Casino lined with 3kms of Guard Dogs & Armed Dolphins.
Way too many photos are showing long panoramic sweeps of this site.
The flat iconic shape is meant to be viewed from WSL Surf Comp global audience.
tbb would be stoked if you could tell him he's lost control & plain mad...(Wot! Again!)
Crew, these little lines & colours are real > tbb did nothing but join the dots.
Variations on a theme, add yer own twist to yer own hard luck choice...it is what it is!
This is not a conspiracy but WA's carefully crafted whiteshoe plans for this site.
It's even possible the Surf Golf Links were pre approved from Japanese proposal.
tbb examined plans with X-Ray Goldie Shades & warns...this is the Line in the sand.
This is why Surfing WA & WSL are so quiet on World's premier Surfer's Golf Course.
If not, then why did WSL cut the locals say & wipe out petition on Grand Slam edit?
tbb may revisit the plans upon request, but swears they'll just read the same...
Sorry crew! It's not the news you wanted, but now you can dive into the whole enchilada.
All the same if we could get a copy of original Japanese Course, that might help!
Far out TBB, you've done it again. Brilliant research. That's a pretty sobering outlook. It's an actual sprawl! Headland gone, that beautiful untouched bit of coast between Gas and the boat ramp, gone. They are literally buying the coastline and be damned what the locals think or want to do about it, you're not welcome. The magic of this coast is the fact it's untouched on the frontiers.
Note! The WSL Slam boys are not back in Town?
Protest Group "Preserve Gnarabup" is rallying Funds for a Buy Back & amendment.
https://www.margaretrivermail.com.au/story/6957193/paddle-out-planned-fo...
Saraceni said the $5.5m price Tag underestimates proposed land value.
https://www.amrtimes.com.au/news/augusta-margaret-river-times/paddle-out...
10 Oct Paddle Out
https://www.perthnow.com.au/news/south-west/hundreds-take-part-in-mass-p...
https://www.margaretrivermail.com.au/story/6965384/a-united-front-for-pa...
Group say they've been against the development for 30 years.
Solicitor Clare Gleeson says Council has the power to Halt & reserve the foreshore.
Shire Council will consider amendment & reserve proposal at a meeting in December.
Photos of 300 strong paddle out
https://www.facebook.com/pg/preservegnarabup/posts/
Save Gnarabup by Lilly Coleman ( ***** Surf Song & Clip )
https://www.facebook.com/2251481038276563/videos/2709956615988448/UzpfST...
Save Gnarabup by Lilly Coleman (Lyrics) shared by Lilly's Fan Club.
It's a magical place, a natural space
I treasure it everyday
I hope for the best, this is serious
I need it to be safe
(Chorus)
Save Gnarabup, it's the only one we got
Stories and hopes, let them keep unfolding
Save Gnarabup, it's the only one we got
Save it forever, save it together
Let's walk through the bushes & Swim in the sea
Create memories that make it worth stayin'
Special doesn't come from a five star hotel
This is five star nature and we would do well to...
(Chorus)
We all need this magical place to treasure everyday
Gnara-bup is sacred land let's save it while we can
(Chorus)
(Repeat Chorus)
Ends with Huey's best 'Yew' to stoke up a Gnarabup Wave Train!
Latest developments:
Mass meeting outside the Shire offices this arvo. 5pm.
Ahhh the irony
Complaining about their own shit
I wonder if it ever occurred to them that buying land in gnarabup makes them part of the problem?
Always been blown away that was allowed to be built
Better fire up the Audi SUV and drive down from Peppy Grove.
Love it!
25th Nov 2020 Tabling of Petition - 992 signatures + 20,000+ online.
https://www.facebook.com/preservegnarabup/videos/vb.111916330611389/1929...
10th Dec 2020 Council Votes 4/3 to Reject Rezoning bid!
https://www.watoday.com.au/national/western-australia/margaret-river-cou...
10th Feb 2021 Council Votes 4/3 to Rezone 4/5 lots from Future Development to Tourism
https://www.facebook.com/preservegnarabup/videos/vb.111916330611389/7277...
Amendment needs public submissions to enforce lesser of two evils.
Jan- March 2021 Sign / prepaid PostCards to Preserve Gnarabup
https://www.facebook.com/preservegnarabup/videos/240355807767440/
https://www.facebook.com/preservegnarabup/photos/a.111940613942294/24246...
Ms Addison-Brown said while the shire was in talks with locals to find a solution, building more car parks was off the table.
"We're really reluctant to clear native bushland just to put extra concrete parking bays there," she said.
But it's ok to clear it all for a 5 star resort?? WTF???
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2021-03-02/margaret-river-council-frustrated...
Oh the irony BD and the 5 star resort is only the start.
"The weekend before, rangers observed 70 cars parked incorrectly and handed out two infringements at Gnarabup Beach" Incorrectly or Illegally ?
Don't get me started on the number of illegal campers shitting everywhere and leaving their trash. Rangers knock off work around 5pm and then its open slather. Coles carpark is turning into Coles Camping ground at night.
Sounds like its turning into another Byron. Messed up.
An absolute fucken disgrace McGowen , why destroy what people come to enjoy , for the sake of international owned companies . A small foot print my arse , every square meter cleared is a squared meter lost of natural vegetation and fawner , let alone an eye sore .
An absolute fucken disgrace McGowen , why destroy what people come to enjoy , for the sake of international owned companies . A small foot print my arse , every square meter cleared is a squared meter lost of natural vegetation and fawner , let alone an eye sore .
An absolute fucken disgrace McGowen , why destroy what people come to enjoy , for the sake of international owned companies . A small foot print my arse , every square meter cleared is a squared meter lost of natural vegetation and fawner , let alone an eye sore .
An absolute fucken disgrace McGowen , why destroy what people come to enjoy , for the sake of international owned companies . A small foot print my arse , every square meter cleared is a squared meter lost of natural vegetation and fawner , let alone an eye sore .
30th April ~ Resort Designs Revealed...
https://thewest.com.au/news/augusta-margaret-river-times/resort-designs-...
Saturday 8th May @ Surfers Point Sat 10:30 am
Margaret River Pro ~ {Gather for Gnarabup} On the Left Under the Big Screen.
https://scontent.fbne6-1.fna.fbcdn.net/v/t1.6435-9/181926709_27984302048...
https://www.6pr.com.au/protestors-to-disrupt-margaret-river-pro-in-fight...
https://www.facebook.com/preservegnarabup/videos/282271443575876/
After a devastating fire by a government agency that should have known far better. You would think it would be vital for natures recovery in the region to preserve, restore and repair any left remnants of the highly sensitive coastal flora and fauna. An elitist few so out of place so out of touch. Once it's gone its gone fight back Margret river.
Continues from Comp "Gather for Gnarabup"
22-23rd May - Site Meetings
28 June EPA Probe into Resort Site.
July Rally
26th July Rockfall at Riflebutts
https://www.facebook.com/preservegnarabup/photos/a.111940613942294/33560...
16 Aug - Opinion
https://preservegnarabup.org.au/print/opinion-what-those-who-love-margar...
>> Urgent Attention <<
10-11th Oct - Sunday Midnite - (Public Consult - Submissions End)
Link to Open Option
https://preservegnarabup.org.au/epa-assessment/
Link to Referral Option
https://consultation.epa.wa.gov.au/seven-day-comment-on-referrals/gnarab...
Save WA Surf Reserve
https://www.facebook.com/preservegnarabup/?comment_id=Y29tbWVudDozODQ4Nz...
So what they're saying, is the way things currently are, the local area can't cater for such a massive developement? Otherwise the wastewater wouldn't be an issue. Nothing to see here folks. Fuckers.
1200 in 7 days!!! Bloody awesome work Margs crew.
Last chance to have your say on the Gnarabup Resort. Consultation closes midnight tomorrow, WA time:
https://preservegnarabup.org.au/haveyoursay/
2022 Feb/March continues... from stunet above...
Feb~ Parking Shortfall > Brought out rare responses from developer
https://www.facebook.com/preservegnarabup/photos/pb.100064601719084.-220...
https://www.facebook.com/preservegnarabup/photos/pb.100064601719084.-220...
Feb / March ~ Environmental / Fires (Risk) Consult (Read Stunet above)
https://www.facebook.com/preservegnarabup/photos/pb.100064601719084.-220...
Results of submissions are as follows...
April ~ Opposing the Development
Augusta -Margaret River Council
1857 / 2057 (90% of Submissions)
Surfers ~ Taj / Surfrider Foundation
Musos ~ John Butler / Jack Johnson
Supporters
Premier / Tourism Minister + 200
https://www.commercialrealestate.com.au/news/margaret-river-luxury-hotel...
For current process Govt Access : Type...
25 July 2022 ~ 1. About the Project Gnarabup Tourism Development
or load PDF if we get lucky... (as if!)
file:///C:/Users/Owner/Downloads/00-2022-09224%20Referral%20(4).pdf
Developer denies any impact on Comm' / NP / MP / Reserves / Heritage / Migration (A Big Lie!)
Only admits to already reviewed impacts on endangered threatened species.
Aug 2022 Resort requires assessment & approval under EPBC
https://www.facebook.com/preservegnarabup/photos/pb.100064601719084.-220...
Development News ...
Informative news on EPBC was interesting as it checked with Premier's Dept.
Confirming Premier's comments were in support of the "Perceived" Tourism & Environmental benefits.
https://www.theurbandeveloper.com/articles/saracen-westin-hotel-beach-vi...
Much community involvement + Gigs thru the hard times...Salute!
Crew send support ... { Save Gnarabup }
Oct/Nov ~ SLS beg for future Plan (Access Needs subscription)
https://www.amrtimes.com.au/news/augusta-margaret-river-times/surf-lifes...
Alternate article supports need for near future Club... (Development usually supports Clubs!)
https://www.margaretrivermail.com.au/story/7945604/surf-life-saving-club...
2023
Jan ~ (News) Dept of Fire & Emergency opposes the development
Peak Tourist Season = Peak Fire Season
Last big 2011 Fire highlights the Risk & with Resort the Risk is doubled.
Resort has not stalled...just that it needs to adopt suitable fire defence for region.
This would also need to meet EPBC criteria.
Obviously requires mass logistics that impacts on 50% of community & resources.
Normally in a suburban setting this is doable but fires rage thru these open headlands.
Very hard to Plan for Wild Fire fighting with local crews already without gear?
Noting the same argument put forward by already stretched Surf Life Savers...
Continues with Roads + Tourism Amenities
Feb ~ Local Beaches buckle under pressure > 1,000 more is madness!
June ~ Proposed Development Completion date
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