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| Over 2,000 people chose to “Save their Spit” the proposed multi-billion dollar development. Image: Mike Batterham - Gold Coast Bulletin |
Over 2,000 people gathered on the Gold Coast yesterday, opposing the announcement of a controversial multi-billion dollar development on the Broadwater that has been supported by Carnival Australia CEO Ann Sherry.
The official announcement was made last Friday by Deputy Premier Jeff Seeney and Gold Coast City Council Mayor Tom Tate, indicating that a cruise terminal will be part of the first stage of the Broadwater Marine Project that sees the eastern side of The Spit remain untouched.
Three sites on the western side of The Spit including; Doug Jennings Park, Wavebreak Island and the north-western side of the peninsula are all under consideration.
Carnival Australia welcomed the announcement that is expected to see the cruise terminal sold back to the Gold Coast by the successful consortium for AUD$1 allowing City Hall to control the facility.
“Cruise ship visits and the Gold Coast, as a major tourist destination for local and international travellers, represent a natural combination that could give local tourism activity a much needed boost,” Ms Sherry said.
Ms Sherry said that Carnival Australia looked forward to working with the Queensland Government and Gold Coast City Council in the development of the cruise ship terminal aspect of the Broadwater Marine Project.
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