Pandana Holdings commissioned us to deliver strategic and financial forecasts for a nature-integrated resort and beach club on South Stradbroke Island.
Our approach: The study analysed the South East Queensland leisure market, the global beach club and luxury resort market, relevant island and experience-led resorts, premium day visitation and the commercial relationship between day and overnight guests. The proposed staging, accommodation, marina, dining, events and wellness components were then assessed through a detailed operating and financial model.
Services provided: Market demand and supply analysis; resort and beach club positioning; staged development strategy; cultural and environmental considerations; guest experience planning; food and beverage and events analysis; and five-year financial forecasting.
The former McLaren’s Landing site on South Stradbroke Island, Gold Coast, Queensland.
We established a staged commercial framework in which the beach club could activate the site and build market awareness. The work also connected the project’s environmental and cultural objectives with its market positioning and operating strategy.
The accommodation remained the principal long-term value driver.
