FEBRUARY 2022

'Campers will look forward to upgrade'

$1.6m amenities block 'a treat' for guests

Artist impression of the new $1.6 million amenities block

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COOLUM Beach Holiday Park on Queensland's Sunshine Coast will soon be offering more home comforts thanks to a $1.6 million investment.

Local councillor Maria Suarez said the project at the council's beachside getaway was planned to be completed just in time for the winter school holidays.

Demolition of the park's old amenities block had already begun and campers and grey nomads were "in for a treat", according to the Sunshine Coast Council.

The replacement building would include amenities and showers for all campers, including those living with a disability.

There would also be outdoor showers for guests coming straight from the beach to the park, plus laundry space to wash and dry.

"As Australia's most sustainable region it was imperative the building was equipped with solar power generation, battery storage and rainwater harvesting for use in flushing toilets," Cr Suarez said.

"The north-facing roof is ideally positioned to maximise the capture of solar energy.

"The materials, fittings and fixtures have been selected to withstand the coastal environment, achieve longevity and reduce maintenance costs."

She said the upgrade would meet the demand for the ever-growing number of guests discovering the popular beachside getaway.

"Coolum is one of two council-owned, dog-friendly family holiday parks on the Sunshine Coast – the other at Mudjimba, which will also be undergoing a very similar amenities upgrade later this year.

"Coolum is a quintessential Sunshine Coast patrolled surf beach and like all of council's holiday parks at Dicky Beach, Mooloolaba, Maroochydore, Cotton Tree and Mudjimba, is on prime beach frontage.

"The park is set on four hectares and is one of the region’s most popular camping and caravan destinations, which is why council continues to invest in our facilities to ensure they remain contemporary and attractive for all our valued guests."

Park manager Nicole Filippini believed the new upgrade would be well received.

"Campers have been looking forward to the upgrade for a long time and are very excited to see what the new build will look like," she said.

"Constant park improvements always add to a positive experience for the guests.

"As a result of the pandemic, the industry has grown in the last two years and the popularity of caravanning and camping around Australia is massive.

"We are looking forward to having the building complete for all our winter guests to enjoy."

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