Supporting Document - Attachment 2 - Summary Dashboards - IPART

ATTACHMENT 2
- NATURAL AREA VISITOR FACILITIES — ASSET OVERVIEW
CONDITION OF RAILING, FENCES & RETAINING WALL ASSETS
Business As Usual
10 Year Projected
Comments
Track barrier construction is varied and in many cases significantly old. The recent introduction of Australia Standards for walking
tracks has resulted in most barriers being deemed non-compliant.
Limited resources for renewal will not be able to meet urgent renewal requirements.
Current
62%
GOOD/FAIR CONDITION
36% in 10 yrs. with available funding
Current 69% in 10 yrs. with additional SV funding
38%
POOR CONDITION
64% in 10 yrs. with available funding
Current 31% in 10 yrs. with additional SV funding
Financial Strategies Implemented
10 Year Projected
Confidence in Data:
HIGH
MODERATE
LOW
Risks
Some tracks and a large proportion of lookouts may need
to be partially or completely closed where they are
deemed non-compliant with Australian Standards under
safety criteria.
The Blue Mountain’s spectacular landscape is a critical
driver for tourism and a reduction in the number of lookouts
will impact on tourism and the economic benefit that
it provides the community.
Response
Prioritise funding towards lookouts with high visitation or
value to the community.
Closure of a proportion of the lookouts managed by Council.
External funding opportunities will be sought to supplement
Council funds.
Pursue opportunities for corporate sponsorship for the renewal
of iconic tracks.
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