Eco Resort

Russell Island

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Eco Resort

Adventure Begins

We are coming soon, ushering in a new standard for eco holiday accommodation here on Russell Island.

Offering the perfect escape from every day life.

Interact with nature and experience a sense of peace a few places can offer.

Nature Preservation & Bush Tucker

The theme of the Eco Resort is a nature experience.

Keeping within local and state environmental guidelines all new plantings will be Australian edible plants.

Guests and visitors can partake in a truly culinary natural experience as they walk along tracks meandering between the thousands of bush tucker shrubs and trees that are safe to eat.

Pluck a leaf or a berry and experience true nature.

Guides will escort guests and locals along the paths explaining the attributes of the different trees and bushes and the unique history of our island.

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A place that caters for those that want a quiet retreat with facilities
to cater for their needs rather than a busy resort.
Walk around and learn about Australian Bush Tucker
Jump on a bicycle and go for a ride
Enjoy a quiet weekend away
A Restaurant that provides a truly Australian bush tucker experience
Do a bit of fishing on the proposed jetty (subject to approval)

The Restaurant

At the heart of the Eco resort is an A La Carte restaurant.

It is not a pub but a unique restaurant catering for breakfast, lunch and dinner featuring A La Carte meals based on Australian bush tucker and local seafood and produce.

Locals will be able to utilise the restaurant and experience the truly Australian themed foods but it will be on a booking basis as guests will be given priority.

As the theme of the Eco Resort is a quiet retreat, alcohol will only be served with a meal.

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Bush Bar & Pool

Nestled amongst tall trees the heated pool features 2 swim jets for those who would like to exercise .At the shallow end a seating area with spa jets provides a relaxing place to be .

Paved and grassed areas surround the pool allowing all guests more then enough space to sit and relax , listen to the birds or grab a drink and read a book.

Within the pool and recreation area is the bush bar/café .Guests can grab a light meal or refreshment whilst relaxing in a deck chair or sun baking by the pool .

As the Bush bar /Café backs onto the public walking track, day visitors can grab a sandwich or light refreshment on the way to the proposed jetty.

Nature Walk & Proposed Jetty

There is a public access nature walk meandering from the front of the resort to the proposed jetty where you can capture glimpses of Ooncooncoo Bay look at the mangroves, stop and pick up a takeaway coffee. go to the proposed jetty, enjoy unparalleled views of Moreton Bay, and do a bit of fishing or canoeing.

Employment Opportunities

A significant aspect is that this development will generate substantial employment opportunities for Russell Island residents.

Groundsmen, maintenance, housekeeping, tour guides, bar and restaurant staff will be required. All staff will be sourced from the island where possible. Ancillary businesses on the island will benefit from the visitors the resort generates from guests to day trippers.

Construction contractors will be sourced for the islands where possible.

Local produce will be used in the restaurant allowing for the growth of cottage industries supplying local seafood, as well as salad and vegetables that can be grown on our island in the rich red earth.

The massive amount of bush tucker plants that are required for the Eco Resort will be propagated and grown on the island providing additional ongoing employment for locals.