Million Dollar Tomaree Lodge Master Plan Released

BY JOHN HEWITT

After years of sitting idle there's now movement on the State Government's plans for the Tomaree Lodge precinct.

The Government has released its long-awaited Masterplan for Tomaree Lodge, outlining its future vision for the precinct with an emphasis on its history, natural beauty and connection to the community.

The release of the Masterplan follows the completion of a number of initial projects for the site, including walkway repairs, refurbishment of recreational areas, building upgrades and new CCTV cameras.

In the next phase of its development the Masterplan will focus on arts and cultural events, educational opportunities and local tourism initiatives.

President of the Tomaree Lodge Headland Heritage Group, Peter Clough, said the Masterplan was based on extensive feedback, and reflects the hopes and wishes of the local community.

"The initiatives outlined in the Masterplan make a lot of sense," he said.

"We are particularly pleased with the inclusion of educational facilities and a museum as initiatives for consideration."

The State Government is investing $4.6 million in the site to ensure the precinct can continue to meet community needs and expectations for generations to come.

The Government is also looking at commercial opportunities for the site, including the potential development of a cafe and information centre.

The Masterplan is available on the Department of Community and Justice web site - www.dcj.nsw.gov.a

Tomaree Headland. Picture: Tomaree Headland and Heritage Group

UPDATE! Man Missing In Tomaree National Park

BY IAN CROUCH

There's been a tragic end to the search for a man reported missing at Tomaree Headland.

A member of the public found personal belongings on the headland on Wednesday morning and called police.

A search resumed on Thursday morning and about 11.00am police divers located the body of a man believed to be in his 30's in the water off Tomaree Point.

Police say the man's relatives have been notified and there are no suspicious circumstances surrounding the death.

A report is being prepared for the Coroner.

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EARLIER:

A search will resume this morning (Thursday) for a man who's gone missing in the Tomaree National Park at Port Stephens.

Members of the public found unattended personal belongings at the Tomaree Headland at about 11 o'clock on Wednesday morning and called police.

A major search was commenced involving local police as well as officers from the Marine Area Command, the SES and the Ambulance Helicopter but this was called off at 5pm.

Man reported missing from Tomaree Headland