A new campground and upgraded facilities at Logue Brook, 130 kilometres south of Perth, will provide holiday-makers with more affordable, high-quality accommodation at the popular lakeside location, Environment Minister Albert Jacob said today.
The new campground includes five camping loops with 126 new camp sites to accommodate about 540 campers, plus 2.5 kilometres of internal roads, nine toilet blocks, five barbecue shelters and picnic tables, and fire rings at each camp site.
The boat ramp and trailer parking area also underwent significant upgrades, making it easier for people to launch and retrieve boats.
Officially opening the campground today, Mr Jacob said the $3 million project was part of the Liberal National Government's $21.05 million Parks for People initiative, aimed at encouraging more people to experience the State's many spectacular natural areas and provide affordable holidays for families.
"This is a wonderful camp site because it is close to Perth, affordable and easy to access. Set in jarrah forest on the shores of Lake Brockman, you can go waterskiing, fishing, canoeing, kayaking, swimming, camping, picnicking and bike riding," Mr Jacob said.
Regional Development Minister Terry Redman said the Parks for People initiative sought to increase opportunities for West Australians and visitors to experience affordable holidays throughout the State.
"Holidaying within Western Australia brings substantial economic benefits to our State and together with our other Royalties for Regions initiatives, we are building a sustainable future for our regions," Mr Redman said.
"Royalties for Regions is contributing to the vibrancy of the South-West region and these upgrades will be an affordable holiday option for visitors."
The new campground will be managed by Lake Brockman Tourist Park under a two-year trial community partnership agreement with the Department of Parks and Wildlife.
Fact File
In 2014-15, Logue Brook recorded more than 68,000 visits
Project funded by the State Government's Royalties for Regions program under the Parks for People initiative
For more information on Royalties for Regions projects, visit Bigger Picture - Regions
Environment Minister's office - 6552 5800
Regional Development Minister's office - 6552 6700
