Planning for the future of kunanyi/Mount Wellington

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kunanyi/Mount Wellington is one of Tasmania’s most treasured natural landmarks. 

Our mountain and the broader Wellington Park hold a special place in the hearts and minds of Tasmanians as a cultural, recreational and environmental beacon. 

Our mountain also plays a key role in supporting our natural visitor economy as our most visited natural asset. It is estimated that more than 500,000 people visited in 2023. This number is expected to continue to grow into the future.

The park needs to be set up to meet the expectations of visitors while protecting what makes it special. Now is the right time to review the current arrangements and make sure the park is set up to meet future demands and community expectations.

It is necessary to look at how people can enjoy, celebrate, protect, manage and access the mountain. A range of organisations and the community have raised concerns over a long period covering recreation, preservation, access and amenities. 

Our Mountain’s Future aims to understand how people want to use the park, what facilities locals and visitors expect when visiting the park and whether current amenities such as lookouts and shelters, parking, toilets and walking and mountain bike tracks are sufficient, or of a suitable standard, to cater for increasing visitor numbers.

There are many views on what is needed, and all are welcome. 

Your views will help shape a shared long-term community vision for the iconic landmark for generations to come.

For more information and to have your say visit www.mountainreview.tas.gov.au

Consultation closes on 4 December 2024.