New Mulumun Trail Section Opens, Boosting Macleay Valley Tourism
What happened
The Smoky Cape Lighthouse to Little Bay section of the Mulumun Trail officially opened on November 4. This 7-kilometre trail allows visitors to walk from South West Rocks to Point Plomer. The project received funding from the NSW Regional Activation Fund, Kempsey Shire Council, and National Parks and Wildlife Service.
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Why it matters
The trail is intended to support nature-based tourism in the Macleay Valley. Officials stated that the new route encourages visitors to stay in local accommodation and visit cafes, thereby boosting the visitor economy.
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Who's involved
- National Parks and Wildlife ServiceManages the trail sections near South West Rocks
- South West RocksLocation of the trail section
Who could feel it
Possible knock-on effectsThese are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.
- South West RocksSpeculative
The trail opening could increase demand for local accommodation and cafes, supporting the visitor economy.