SUPPLIED | DAVID LITTLEPROUD MP
WESTERN Queensland’s thriving tourism sector has been given a major boost with the official opening of a new attraction in Cunnamulla.
Leader of The Nationals and Federal Member for Maranoa David Littleproud was on hand for Wednesday’s grand opening of the Cunnamulla Artesian Hot Springs and Warrego River Walk Experience.
The $4.992 million project was funded by the former Coalition Government’s Sustainable Rural Water Use for Infrastructure Program under the Murray-Darling Basin Economic Development Program.
After securing federal funding in 2021, the project was delivered by Paroo Shire Council using a predominantly local workforce and is expected to create more local jobs going forward.
Mr Littleproud said the official opening was a major milestone for Outback Queensland and the Maranoa electorate.
“This project will be an invaluable addition to the already thriving tourism sector in Outback Queensland and will create an outdoor space that will allow the community to host events, functions and family gatherings,” Mr Littleproud said.
“The geothermally heated hot baths at the Artesian Hot Springs will be a great place for locals and tourists to relax, while the Warrego River Walk gives visitors easy access to the river while also providing huge benefits to the local environment.
“I congratulate the Paroo Shire Council on the delivery of these projects and look forward to seeing the benefits they will bring to the community for many years to come.”