Kupungarri Retreat
Mt Barnett, Derby–Gibbs Road, Kupungarri community, Western Australia
About the project
Metio is collaborating with Kupungarri Aboriginal Corporation to develop Kupungarri Retreat, a modern accommodation facility at Mt Barnett Roadhouse. This initiative aims to provide high-quality lodging for tourists traveling the Gibb River Road, as well as essential service providers in the region. The project focuses on creating sustainable, climate-resilient, and culturally sensitive accommodations that resonate with the unique environment and heritage of the Ngarinyin people of Kupungarri.
The retreat will offer a variety of lodging choices, including double cabins and self-contained rooms, catering to diverse visitor needs.
Project development
Metio is leading the project development, including facilitating community consultations, engaging consultants, and identifying funding opportunities. A feasibility study is under way with the support of a grant from Tourism WA, and the project has progressed to the concept design stage.
Concept design for (above) dual cabins and (below) service providers
Concept design for the dining area – a small kitchen is in the backProject team
This project is driven by the following team:
Owner: Kupungarri Aboriginal Corporation (which runs the Mount Barnett Roadhouse)
Tourism experts: Cooee Traveller
Commercial advisory: Connell Griffin
Architect: Troppo
Location
Project impact
The Kupungarri Retreat is expected to:
boost local tourism and enhance the overall tourist experience along the Gibbs River Road
create employment opportunities for local community members
contribute to the community's long-term growth, self determination and economic independence.
