South Gippsland will have even more amazing tourist attractions for people to visit with exciting local projects getting off the ground thanks to the Allan Labor Government.
Member for Eastern Victoria Tom McIntosh today announced that Wandilla Gippsland’s tourism estate project will receive $500,000 as part of the Labor Government’s Enabling Tourism Fund 2024.
The funds provided to this project will go towards completing detailed design, final investigations and pre-investment steps to enable investment readiness status and start construction.
Wandilla Gippsland aims to become a fully integrated tourism destination on their 1000-acre property at Leongatha North. Concept design is underway for wellness experiences such as walking tracks and designated areas for meditation and Zen-like experiences, whether self-guided or facilitated retreats.
This project is one of 29 new infrastructure projects across the state’s regional and rural areas benefiting from the Enabling Tourism Fund 2024.
The Enabling Tourism Fund is part of a $170 million investment to create more local jobs, support our important tourism businesses and attract more people to the incredible experiences on offer across regional Victoria.
The grants of up to $500,000 will support regional tourism projects to reach investment-ready status by funding feasibility studies and designing future infrastructure.
The Fund is helping strengthen and grow Victoria’s tourism industry and is a key part of the Labor Government’s Experience Victoria 2033 strategic plan. The plan outlines five priority areas that leverage Victoria’s competitive advantages – including First Peoples’-led experiences, Wellness, Arts and Culture, Food and Drink, and Nature.
All projects awarded funding under the Enabling Tourism Fund demonstrate alignment with these priorities.
To see a complete list of the Enabling Tourism Fund projects, tourism.vic.gov.au/grants-and-support/enabling-tourism-fund
Quotes attributable to Member for Eastern Victoria Tom McIntosh
“Wandilla Estate will be a drawcard for the region; encouraging people to stay longer, relax, and get back to nature in the incredible environment of South Gippsland.”
Quotes attributable to Wandilla Gippsland Joint CEO Glenn Calder
“The journey of Wandilla Gippsland has been a long and thoughtful one, shaped by a commitment to excellence in three critical areas: Place, People, and Product.”
“These "three P's" serve as the foundation of our project, ensuring that each element is of the highest quality to guarantee its success.”
“The Enabling Tourism Fund has provided more than just financial support for our project; it represents the trust and belief that both the local community and the Victorian State Government have placed in Wandilla Gippsland.”
