Newsport reported in May this year that the site of the former Havana Luxury Resort is under contract with Melbourne-based developer, Chiodo Corporation, who plan to develop new luxury accommodation on the premier location.

The site at 71-85 Port Douglas Road, was sold for an undisclosed price.

The property still holds development approval for a 253-room luxury resort with 136 basement car parking spaces, business centre, conference facilities, day spa, swimming pools, gym, restaurant, bars and cafe. 

Although Newsport was unable to obtain comment from Jamie Durie Design, it is believed Durie, of Backyard Blitz and House Rules fame, has big plans for the mega resort which will present unique environmental features.Z

The proposed location has sat empty since 2005 when the original developers were unable to secure $132 million to get it off the ground.

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