Collie’s transformation into a must-visit tourist destination has reached a new milestone, with the official opening of the upgraded Collie Ridge Resort.
As part of Collie’s Just Transition, the State Government has delivered significant investments to put the town onto the tourist map – including the Wellington Dam mural and walkway, adventure trails, and the new campgrounds and facilities at Lake Kepwari.
Through the Collie Futures Industry Development Fund, the Cook Government provided almost $590,000 to upgrade the Collie Ridge Motel into a modern resort to meet demand from the tourism and corporate markets.
The staged enhancement project has resulted in a raft of upgraded and new features that elevate the guest experience – including a revamp of the restaurant and function rooms, and the addition of a wellness centre, gym, rooftop function area, swimming pool and children’s playground.
Originally built in 2005 as a motel with 53 rooms, the property has expanded to 134 rooms.
Premier Roger Cook and Collie-Preston MLA Jodie Hanns today joined representatives from Collie Ridge Resort to celebrate the completion of the complex’s redevelopment.
The State Government is continuing to invest in Collie as the town transitions from a coal-based economy to a more diverse and sustainable future.