April 15, 2026
Tourism Minister Andrew Powell visited the Bunya Mountains at the weekend to inspect the results of the State Government’s $6.45 million upgrade to visitor facilities at Dandabah.
The makeover included upgraded parking, picnic and toilet facilities; interpretative displays in the visitor information building; an elevated boardwalk and a wheelchair accessible barbecue area.
“Reaching For The Sun” – the large “hand” artwork by Luke and Kim Duff which had been located in front of the Bunya Mountains Tavern – has been moved to near the new wheelchair-accessible walkway.
Work on the upgrades began in April last year and was completed early this year.
Member for Nanango Deb Frecklington said she was proud to bring Minister Powell to see first-hand the completed upgrades.
She thanked the Bunya Mountains community for their patience throughout the construction period.
“The Bunya Mountains is a special place for both locals and visitors, and the upgrades to Dandabah will only enhance the iconic national park even further,” Mrs Frecklington said.
“This project strengthens the South Burnett’s appeal as a unique destination for eco-tourism and encourages more people to visit, explore and enjoy our region.”
Minister Powell said the upgrades would ensure the National Park remained a premier destination for ecotourism.
“These upgrades are about protecting a world-class natural asset and positioning the South Burnett as a standout ecotourism destination,” he said.
The project is part of Destination 2045, a 20-year plan guiding the future of Queensland tourism.
