The Lyrebird Loop Track located within Minnamurra Rainforest has re-opened to the public, boasting even better views of the surrounding nature.

The 30-year-old track, which stretches 1.6km through the rainforest, is well-known for its swinging suspension bridges over the Minnamurra Rivulet.

National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) Area Manager Graham Bush there has been months of meticulous planning to construct a new stainless steel boardwalk, most of which was done by hand to avoid disturbing the native flora and fauna.

“The upgraded track will lead you into a different world of rare remnant rainforest that once reached throughout the Illawarra,” Graham says.

“It’s an experience for all the senses. Walking the track you’ll feel the temperature drop, your eyes will adjust to the shade and the sounds of suburbia will be replaced by a chorus of birds. The brand-new stainless steel elevated boardwalk takes people higher up into the rainforest to give amazing views and is suitable for people of all ages and abilities.

The upgraded track comes in addition to the newly built Minnamurra Rainforest Centre, part of a $4.74 million project to renew the project.

Graham said around 100,000 visitors come to the Minnamurra Rainforest every year.