"There are still tens of thousands of Australians stranded overseas.
"Quarantining them in the cities is quarantining them in the rabbit warren breeding ground of COVID."Mr Katter acknowledged the cyclone-damaged resort "needed a bit of work" and estimated the cost of repairs at about $1 million."For the arrivals, it would mean having a good time at a premier resort in paradise — what more could you want?" Mr Katter said.LIVE UPDATES: Read our blog for the latest news on the COVID-19 pandemic.
I first thought, what a good idea. And then I found out he’s part of the Dunk Island investor group, and is wanting the Qld taxpayer to pay for its extensive multi-million dollar refurbishments. What a shame Bob. I nearly fell for it. auspol
Well - here’s the extent of his compassion and intellect
Afraid Bob is delusional. $1 Million would scratch the surface of what needs to be done on Dunk.
. Oh, what's that? Dunk Island is privately owned. Wow. And despite it being wrecked for 10 years, the owner will let tax payers renovate it for him? Sounds like a great deal. Not. Maybe forceful acquisition at its current value. Now we're talking. FORCEFUL ACQUISITION!
Was badly damaged in 2011. After 9 wet seasons it will only be suitable for knocking down.
Not a good idea the rest of Dunk island is National park for bush walking!
Pie in the sky, Bob. Renovations would take 18 months and cost more like $10 million, not $1 million. There's no reason returning Aussies can't be safely quarantined in some of the near-empty Cairns resort hotels. International airport, and world-class hospital right there.
Let’s see who owns the island first
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