Have your say on the future of Wave Break
Wave Break Island, once the proposed site of a casino and cruise ship terminal, is now being touted as possible eco-tourism destination.
The Gold Coast Waterways Authority is calling on Gold Coasters to have their say on the future of the popular boating destination.
In its Wave Break Island Feasibility Study, the Gold Coast Waterways Authority says the man-made island could soon feature new jetties and pontoons as well as camping sites and cabins.
Wave Break Island, which is designed to protect Southport from damaging ocean waves, was constructed in 1985 as part of the construction of the Gold Coast Seaway .
Chinese-backed developer ASF Consortium proposed to build a multi-billion dollar integrated resort and casino on the island but the then-Queensland Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk rejected the plan in 2015.
Since then, the 37-hectare island has become a popular day-trip destination for boaties to have picnics and parties.
Now, the Gold Coast Waterways Authority is asking the community to provide feedback on its draft feasibility plan.
Deputy Premier Jarrod Bleijie said the Government was “looking for ways to position Wave Break Island as a unique destination where visitors can enjoy a deeper connection with nature.”
Member for Surfers Paradise John-Paul Langbroek encouraged locals to have their say.
“Wave Break Island’s best days are ahead,’’ Mr Langbroek said.
“This is our chance to shape its future by creating new tourism opportunities and local jobs for decades to come.”
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