CABN has confirmed that it will proceed with final design planning for the multi day guided, cultural tourism experience following endorsement from the Traditional Land Owners, the Kabi Kabi Corporation.
The collaborative project between the Kabi Kabi Corporation and CABN will introduce a sustainable, cultural tourism experience, owned and operated in partnership with the Kabi Kabi Corporation and CABN. Intrepid Travel, a shareholder of CABN will add value in the partnership, drawing on their experience in sustainable First Nations tourism globally.
CABN has consulted extensively with Kabi Kabi in collaboration on all aspects of the proposed walk, including site accommodation locations, cultural monitoring, caring for country and the visitor experience through education and conservation. It represents the beginning of CABN’s long-term partnership with the Kabi Kabi people and the wider Cooloola community.
“Over the past four years, our focus has been to listen and learn from Kabi Kabi about the importance of sharing their deep knowledge of caring for country, with focus on positive environmental impact as well as their deep, rich culture, we hope this partnership can set a platform for many more opportunities on country for the Kabi Kabi people,” said Michael Lamprell, Chief Executive Officer of CABN.
The Kabi Kabi Corporation added that the project will help to provide a culturally safe environment where Kabi Kabi are employed with the opportunity of returning on country and to showcase their traditional land to visitors, and educating everyone on culture, the environment, and Kabi Kabi history.
“We are looking forward to creating a remarkable, authentic Cultural Tourism experience with CABN, where Visitors leave inspired and transformed to promote Cooloola as the preferred and desired eco-tourism destination within the region,” said Brian Warner of the Kabi Kabi Corporation.
The Kabi Kabi Corporation added: “In time, further eco-tourism opportunities will grow across the estate for the Kabi Kabi to sustain their culture, people and country. The Cooloola Great Walk Ecotourism Project represents an important step in creating long term opportunities for our people and our future generations.” 
The Indigenous participation plan offers opportunities for Kabi Kabi to work with multiple local businesses in the Sunshine Coast as part of the project delivery and operation of the walk. This will include construction, maintenance, food and beverage, logistics and operations.
Queensland Tourism Industry Council has welcomed the project.
“It’s great to see new partnerships being formed between First Nations communities and Queensland tourism groups,” says QTIC CEO, Brett Fraser
“The collaboration between CABN and the Kabi Kabi people will significantly enhance the Cooloola Great Walk and will help solidify the Sunshine Coast and Fraser Coast regions as a go-to destination for unique cultural experiences.”
CABN will now proceed with the detailed design and further approvals.
