Regional Tourism Activation Fund Grant Applications
01 September 2021
Better Access to Burrima
Council recently assisted with an application to the NSW Government’s Regional Tourism Activation Fund to further enhance the region’s Burrima Walkway located in the Macquarie Marshes.
The $500,000 grant application by Macquarie Wetlands Association is to improve road access and encourage more visitors to this important conservation attraction.
With over 220 species living in the Macquarie Marshes, Burrima Walkway provides visitors with an elevated boardwalk to enjoy the environment with comfort and safety, whether it’s wet or dry.
David Duncan, from the Macquarie Wetlands Association, says Burrima is a place for visitors to immerse themselves in a unique environmental experience which includes 2km of River Red Gum forest, mixed marsh and dense reeds, experiencing the beauty and environmental significance of the Macquarie Marshes.
“With this grant, the improved road access will give more opportunity for more people to enjoy this important natural habitat for many species of flora and fauna, and with added comfort and safety,” says David.
Council hopes that the grant application is successful for this worthwhile project.
"What a fabulous project has come to fruition, have been hearing about it for a while but seeing it is stunning and way exceeded expectations. Thank you for sharing and showing us" - visitor from Goondiwindi
Welcome to WOW
To provide better access to more people, a recent grant application was made to the NSW Government’s Regional Tourism Activation Fund for the Window on the Wetlands. Already an established tourist recreation and education centre, Window on the Wetlands is focused on providing access for all people.
Council supported RiverSmart in submitting the $500,000 grant application to improve accessibility by better wheelchair access to the centre, develop visual captions and Auslan audio displays, and to upgrade the car park including an exit to improve access for caravans.
Shona Whitfield from RiverSmart says the proposed works will enable more people to visit the Window on the Wetland Centre and appreciate the healthy river and wetland systems of Tiger Bay.
“Our vision is to create a gateway for people to appreciate what’s in the region, and the more we improve the facilities, the more people we will attract,” says Ms Whitfield.
Council hopes that the grant application is successful for this worthwhile project.
For more information about Window on the Wetlands, contact windowonthewetlands@gmail.com
