Sustainability

A role for future tourism on the South Coast
Tourism NSW
Over the years we have worked continually to improve our efforts at sustainability and this now extends to purchasing policies where possible, sourcing local products and services and growing our own produce (which has mixed results in a Eucalypt forest!). We have a designated permaculturist to assist with this and are always looking at new ways we can operate to minimise our impact on the environment.
Our sustainable approach includes the following:
- Architect designed buildings in sympathy with the landscape.
- Tents have solar powered electric 12 volt lighting.
- Only natural ventilation is used, no air conditioning.
- No large trees have been removed.
- Shower heads are low flow.
- Toilets are dual flush.
- Hot water heated on demand only, by gas
- Light sensitive timer switches for public lighting.
- Low energy use compact fluorescent bulbs
- Revegetation of areas affected by the development.
- No fencing to maintain the wildlife corridor.
- Driven piles and shallow foundations only- all buildings are built off the ground
- Continuous removal of exotic species - inc. blackberry and asparagus fern
- Guest vehicles kept away from the camp,
- Use of electric powered buggy
- Strict adherence to the local Council recycling programs.
- Use of recycled paper and natural products where possible.
- Rainwater used when possible
- To protect the fragile wetland ecosystem, wastewater is pumped 900 metres from
the site and processed by Council treatment works. The pumping system is
protected by no-flow and level alarms. - Biodegradable cleaning agents are used.
- Canoes, kayaks and stand up paddle boards are provided free for guest use.
- No intentional feeding of wildlife.