Binna Burra Lodge Chair, Steve Noakes, joined ABC Gold Coast’s Bern Young to share the bittersweet news of damage from Tropical Cyclone Alfred just as the lodge officially opened its new Welcome Building, Maintenance and Housekeeping sheds, rebuilt after the 2019 bushfires.

In the interview, Steve explains that the recent wild weather from Tropical Cyclone Alfred has caused serious damage to Binna Burra’s safari tents and tiny wild houses—new offerings developed in recent years as part of the recovery effort. While these will now be temporarily offline, other accommodation like the Sky Lodges, campsite, and bunkroom cabins remain open and ready to welcome guests.

The interview also touches on ongoing challenges with access to national park trails, business recovery through adversity, and the resilience of the Binna Burra community.

🎧 Listen to the full interview using the player above.

Cyclone Alfred Recovery Update – March 2025

Want to dive deeper into how Binna Burra is responding to the recent cyclone? This detailed update from Binna Burra Chair Steve Noakes outlines the timeline, impacts, and current recovery actions underway – plus how we’re using this challenge to build even greater resilience for the future.