Caravan park redevelopments continuing in 2024

The final stage of the Scarness caravan park upgrade and the first stage of the Burrum Heads caravan park redevelopment will start within weeks.

At its meeting today, Fraser Coast Regional Council resolved to accept the tender from local company Rejuvenate Group to deliver the next round of caravan park redevelopment works for $13.7 million.

The works on the western side of the Scarness caravan park were completed late last year and were warmly welcomed by guests.

“The final stage of the redevelopment is to upgrade the eastern side of the park with new roads, underground power, water and sewerage systems, new toilets and a camp kitchen,” Council said.

“This work will start within weeks and is expected to be completed by the end of the year.”

A masterplan has been prepared to guide the redevelopment of the Burrum Heads caravan park and Council is looking forward to work starting on the project this year.

“The Burrum Heads caravan park remains a popular destination, but the existing infrastructure is aging and the park needs upgrading to suit modern vans, especially RVs,” Council said.

“The first stage of the upgrade will start within weeks and focus on the southern portion between Burrum and Howard Streets.

“Works will include new roads, underground power, water and sewerage systems, new toilets, a camp kitchen with a barbecue area on the river, and a new managers’ residence.

“The first stage is due to be completed by early 2025, with the redeveloped Burrum Heads caravan park expected to be fully operational by the end of 2025, subject to supply chain challenges and weather impacts.”

Council owns four caravan parks on the beachfront in Scarness, Burrum Heads, Torquay and Pialba, which are all being refurbished to ensure the parks meet current standards and expectations.

“We apologise for the inconvenience caused while the work is carried out, but the end result will be more modern caravan parks catering to today’s tourists' needs,” Council said.

“A key focus for Council is to plan for the future, and to effectively manage and maintain our assets, and these projects are an example of how we are working to achieve that for our community.”

For more information about the redevelopment of the four Council-owned caravan parks, go to https://frasercoast.engagementhub.com.au/caravan-parks