Wugudaji Adel's Grove postpone reopening to mid-July

Wugudaji Adel's Grove took to its Facebook page on June 26 to update campers of the current situation at the camping park.

The post stated the "park was closed until July 14 due to the recent weather event" and flooding of the Georgina River, Burketown, Doomadgee and surrounding areas.

This update is two weeks later than originally announced, July 1.

The owners stated that the camping ground, cafe and store would be reopening on 14th July 2023, but room accommodation and restaurant would not.

"Unfortunately due to the recent weather event, and the extensive damage we have experienced we are unable to open our Room Accommodation or Restaurant this year.

"Repairs are not estimated to be completed until 2024."

Wugudaji Adel's Grove has faced a number of back-blows in previous years when 500 campers had to be evacuated after a fire destroyed the restaurant and office in 2019.

In 2020 when COVID-19 hit, Wugudaji Adel's Grove had to close to visitors until official restrictions were lifted.

And now in 2023 the Georgina River and Gregory River flooded after unprecedented rain across the far North West.

Owners of Adel's Grove, Waanyi Advancement Limited were contacted for comment but did not respond.

Anyone who has any questions or booking requests can contact reservations@wugudaji-adelsgrove.com.au