‘History-making’ luxury mega-resort in Hervey Bay up for public discussion
The Fraser Coast is readying itself for the development of a potentially history-making luxury mega-resort in Hervey Bay.
Sunny Beach Land Pty Ltd Director and Shareholder Dan Cuda recently spoke with The Daily mail about the project which will include a mix of high-end hotel accommodation and residential apartments, lagoon-style pools and rooftop entertainment areas.
Cuda told The Daily Mail, “Every time we came to the Bay and tried to book accommodation we struggled, or if we could we had to book months in advance which did not suit us.
“The idea for the luxury resort came because of this lack of luxury accommodation in the area, there still is not a five-start resort in town.”
While Sunny Beach Land looked at other blocks, Cuda said “When land became available on the Esplanade, we became quite excited”.
That excitement led to the prioritisation and purchase of it.
The company has released a promotional video giving a glimpse of what a luxury mega-resort would like ahead of a council meeting on Wednesday 22 November to discuss the project.
Once finished, Sunny Beach Land hopes to showcase Hervey Bay to the world. Currently, the land consists of budget accommodation provider Buzzers, the abanadoned Smoke ‘n’ Leather nightclub and housing units that make up The Hub.
The land was purchased in March this year and the developer has been in negotiations with a renowned hotel chain.
The idea is to build a 21-story hotel with 187 short-stay rooms and 431 residential units with rooftop terraces. If approved it would be the biggest of its kind north of the Sunshine Coast and south of Cairns.
Apartments would range from one bedroom to three bedrooms, with prices starting from $450,000
“Population growth in Hervey Bay is unprecedented, there is a need for accommodation both short term and long term, this project will happen,” Cuda said.
The company says around 1100 jobs will be created during construction while a further 250 jobs were “expected to be generated within the community covering everything from hospitality roles to retail, healthcare and food services” once the resort was fully operational.
“With unemployment in the Fraser Coast Regional Council area sitting at 6.3% in March, (according to data published by demographic resource organisation. idconsulting), these are all jobs which have a positive impact on the local economy,” a company Facebook statement reads.
“This proposed project is currently going through the public consultation phase. It is encouraged to provide your feedback or suggestions toward this development.
“This project proposal is currently undergoing a public consultation phase. Feedback from the community is encouraged.
“Please comment below your impressions, thoughts and suggestions on the project.”
A decision on the project is expected before the March 2024 election.
Jonathan Jackson, 22nd November 2023
