Stop KUR-World: KUR-World development is proposed for the Historically Zoned 12 Rural Titles 626ha (1545 acres) Barnwell Road in Kuranda. FOR MORE INFORMATION FOLLOW THE STOP KUR-WORLD Webpage HERE And follow the KUR-ALERT Facebook page.
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The KUR-World proposed project area is located centrally in the Kuranda township in the Myola Valley. The project area straddles sensitive habitat for endangered Wet Tropics species and development will severely impact on the Kuranda Envirolink Corridor – the narrow neck or “pinch point” – the forest bridge that joins the North and South Word Heritage Wet Tropics forests. The land clearing done in preparation for the proposed development has already damaged the Kuranda Envirolink Corridor. The illegal dam cut in December 2015 has already destroyed one seasonal breeding habitat for endangered species Kuranda Tree Frog.The common misconceptions are:
• “Done deal” – it’s already too late.
• “Pie in the sky” – it’s never going to happen.
Neither is true. The Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) is now in progress. Our community doesn’t have much time to act. We are a small tight-knit community of people 2000+ – with a wider supportive regional community – including Koah and Speewah. Information is key. Stay alert Kuranda and watch this space…
Email Minister for State Development Now!
□ POSTED ON TAKE ACTION BY PHIL EVANS · AUGUST 09, 2016 5:48 PM
We need you to act now to stop KUR-World, an ill-thought out mega development that could triple Kuranda’s population. And Email the minister NOW! We’ve seen it all before! Port Hinchinbrook promised a similar resort style. Paradise Palms at Kewarra Beach lasted as a resort for less than 20 years. BOTH became poorly planned residential blocks – with improper infrastructure: Dogs, cats, cars… bye bye cassowary, bye bye frogs. KUR-World could well end up a very large residential subdivision with several thousand people. You will make a difference if you email Anthony Lynham, Minister for State Development, in charge of projects with “coordinated project status.” [i.e. In charge of fast tracking] We need to show Minister Lynham that people are watching and organising. Email to: [email protected] Suggested wording for you to start your email:
Dear Minister Lynham,
Stop the current work at the Barnwell Property at Kuranda. There’s already been unlawful development resulting in damage to waterways. These are 2 of just a handful of creeks which are home to the critically endangered Kuranda Tree Frog. Suburbs should not be built outside the planning regime in environmentally sensitive areas with active cultural heritage issues. Proper consultation with Traditional Owners should be made. And don’t forget to mention “We’ve seen it before!