What happened to McLarens Landing?

“McLaren’s Landing has been derelict state since 2018, it is closed to the public and was in an unsafe, hazardous state long before 2018,” they said. They said a certified site, safety and security assessment had been conducted, identified a myriad issues.

Who owns McLarens Landing?

Sydney publican Ben May, a co-owner of Burleigh Pavilion, has teamed up with family members and other stakeholders to buy the McLarens Landing leasehold on South Stradbroke Island. The group paid $825,000 via a $1 holding company for the leases to the purpose-built eco-tourism facility and popular corporate party spot.

Who owns South Stradbroke Island?

The sites are owned by the Queensland state government and leased through a 20- and 30-year rolling term lease. ▲ Planning documents for the eco-tourism projects include a boomerang-shaped pool.

Who owns Couran Cove?

EDG Capital
South Stradbroke Island resort Couran Cove sold to EDG Capital in $17 million deal.

What is the difference between North and South Stradbroke Island?

North Stradbroke Island is the larger of the two, about 38 km long and up to 11 km wide. South Stradbroke Island is about 22 km long and at most 2 km wide.

Is South Stradbroke Island closed?

All resorts on this island are closed, private accommodation and camping only. A popular spot for boaties and fishing. Can be accessed from the Gold Coast, Southern Moreton Bay Islands or Jacobs Well where boat ramps are available for boating enthusiasts.

Are there snakes on South Stradbroke Island?

South Stradbroke Island and surrounding marine environments has about seventeen species of lizards, fifteen species of snakes and six species of turtles. Potentially dangerous snakes of Couran Cove are the Eastern Brown Snake, Red-bellied Black snake, Death Adder and Small-eyed Snake.

What is the second largest sand island in the world?

North Stradbroke Island
Traditionally known as Minjerribah, North Stradbroke Island is the second largest sand island in the world.

Can I take my car to South Stradbroke Island?

Four-wheel-drive access for visitors is limited as transport to the island is by boat only. There are no public vehicle barge services operating to the island. Four-wheel-drive (4WD) vehicles using the park’s tracks must stay on designated roads and vehicle tracks.