The 5km Irwin Track at Millaa Millaa on the Atherton Tablelands in northern Queensland has been nominated for Heritage Listing by the Heritage Council of the Queensland Environmental Protection Agency.
Click here for more information on the possible rail trail including map.
Having the track heritage listed will provide a much greater chance for public access to be gained again and a rail trail constructed to the renowned Millaa Millaa falls.
Deadline for comments on this listing close on the 3rd February 2007. It is File No. 602450 for entry in the Queensland Register. Full Details
If you would like to make a submission write to
The Minister for Environment and Multiculturalism
Hon Lindel Nelson-Carr MP
PO Box 15155
CITY EAST 4002
If you have time also copy the letter to
Heritage Council
c/- Heritage Council Secretariat
Cultural Heritage
Environment Protection agency
PO Box 15155
CITY EAST Qld 4002
and
Minister for Natural Resources and WaterHon Kerry Shine MP 13th Floor, Mineral House, 41 George St
BRISBANE 4000
If you still have time and paper left it would also be beneficial to let the Eacham Shire Council know of your support.
Chief Executive OfficerEacham Shire Council
PO Box 3
Malanda Qld 4885