This year, 2020, will see the second opening of Binna Burra since 1933. This time, we’ll be coming out of a one-year shut-down caused by the terrible bushfire that devastated the heritage-listed Lodge on Sunday 8 September 2019.
When did Binna Burra reopen?
Address by Steve Noakes, Chair, Binna Burra Lodge, on the occasion of the official reopening of the road into Binna Burra by the Governments of Australia and Queensland on 31 August 2020.
Did Binna Burra Lodge burned down?
It’s been one year since the heritage-listed Binna Burra Lodge in the Gold Coast hinterland was razed by fire.
How old is Binna Burra Lodge?
One of Australia’s longest-established nature-based resorts, Binna Burra Mountain Lodge was founded in 1933 by Arthur Groom and Romeo Lahey and others who previously (1930) had formed Australia’s first dedicated conservation organisation, the National Parks Association of Queensland.
How did the Binna Burra fire start?
Police reveal the Binna Burra fire, that destroyed the historic Lodge and 11 houses, was caused by a discarded cigarette. … Fines apply in Queensland for people caught tossing cigarette butts.
How high is Binna Burra Lodge?
Discover spectacular natural beauty
Positioned 800 metres above sea level amidst the sub-tropical rainforest of Lamington National Park in the Gold Coast Hinterland, Binna Burra is centre stage to some of Australia’s most spectacular natural features.
Is there WIFI at Binna Burra Lodge?
over a year ago. WIFI was available in the Lounge area.
Did Oreillys burn down?
Around 100 guests and staff have managed to leave a Gold Coast hinterland retreat after fire crews battling a destructive blaze cleared a path. The fire, which has destroyed eight homes in the area, cut access to O’Reilly’s Rainforest Retreat at Canungra on Monday night.