Exciting new upgrades at Skippers at Dundee Beachfront Accommodation
We are thrilled to share the completion of major infrastructure projects at Skippers. Twelve months in the planning and achieving another milestone in staged venue improvements, Skippers has made the switch to solar energy. This shift has been on the agenda for many years as a wish list project. With the help of the NT government grant scheme for which we are very appreciative and together with careful budgeting, this sustainability upgrade demonstrates our commitment to offering a quality experience, affordably priced while minimising our carbon footprint.
What this means for our guests
The move to solar power will help future proof against rising electricity costs enabling us to maintain our high standards without elevating costs to guests. Another fantastic benefit to guests is that the solar energy installation will negate the effects of power outages sometimes more prone to occur in regional areas. In other words … lights, ac’s and water stay on!
What this shows about us
A major undertaking, the switch to solar demonstrates our commitment to environmental considerations and to visitors seeking sustainability. Further, it is anticipated that this solar energy solution will provide our guests with a more seamless, accommodation experience. It’s exciting for us to continue to offer unique, iconic Territory experiences that are also attainable and affordable.
Sustainable Accommodation Choice
Understandably, visitors are keen to explore regions like Dundee Beach given their beauty and tranquillity. However, there’s an increasing awareness around preserving and protecting the natural beauty - the very attributes that draw people to this pocket of paradise. This is the challenge for us all – how to experience the magic of these places while treading more lightly and reducing our carbon footprint. Our move to solar energy is a move in the right directions. We are conscious visitors want to choose operators who demonstrate a commitment to environmentally friendly practices.
Solar Power by Ecotech Electrical
We worked closely with Adam from Ecotech to investigate and select the system requirements best suited to our circumstances, power use and location. Adam’s experience and knowledge of solar components and compliance has informed and guided the entire process. We are excited about what this installation means for our guests and service delivery. With fluctuations in power supply not uncommon to regional locations we anticipate that solar will even out any outages, seamlessly delivering ongoing power supply to the premises.
New Venue Lighting
And we haven’t just been busy with solar! Since Skippers was unavailable for bookings during the installation we took advantage of this time to improve outdoor lighting for both aesthetic appeal and practical purposes. With the Ecotech team already on site it made perfect sense to illuminate carpark and front-of-property areas. Cheerful, festoon lighting not only complements the venue, their twinkling glow welcomes and guides visitors back to Skippers of an evening. Together with this decorative lighting we have added to existing carpark and driveway lighting making it easier for guests to navigate an evening arrival.
Guest Room Upgrades
We topped off the to-do list by upgrading our guest rooms with 5 brand new queen beds for even more comfortable, restful nights by the seaside. With fresh, new linen to complete the ensembles we are delighted to share that Skippers now offers 6 queen rooms – including 1 Superior Queen room – and 4 king single rooms. The room name indicates the bed size with our king singles remaining popular for solo travellers and fishing fanatics on charters with their mates.
Since our beginnings in 2017, improvements and enhancements have characterised the Skippers at Dundee experience. This recent investment in exciting new upgrades demonstrates our commitment to the region, to offering an environmentally conscious accommodation option and to encouraging visitors to experience the magic of the Top End.