The Department of National Parks, Sport and Racing (QPWS) says it has no plans to shorten the much loved Dubuji Boardwalk in the Daintree National Park.

The QPWS has said it is ‘committed to replacing the boardwalk in its current location and at the same length, subject to funding being secured’.

The 1.2km loop boardwalk which travels through lowland rainforest, mangroves and swamps in the Daintree National Park was cause for concern earlier this year when it was threatened with its shortening without community consultation.

The Daintree Coast Community Council (DCCC) which was formed as a result of the possible issue wanted to have the opportunity to consult with government bodies to prevent its shortening.

The QPWS listened to the concerns of the local community and reconsidered their plans for the boardwalk replacement. Instead, with the Boardwalk nearing the end of its useful life, it will receive a staged replacement.

The works are being funded through the QPWS Capital Works program in consultation with the Wet Tropics Management Authority and Douglas Shire Council.

Future plans will include community consultation with the QPWS saying it will be a participant at the newly formed Daintree Coast Community Council.