Burrungubugge Shelter
Photograph copyright Olaf Moon © 1990.
Known as Burrungubuggee Hut or Burrungubuggee Shelter
Burnt down in the 2003 fires, and should be re-built.
Location
This hut is on the southern and alternate corridor to the Jugungal Wilderness Area, from the Munyang to Whites River road very close to the original Constances Hut. This corridor eventually leads to Kidmans and the Alpine Hut site. Grid Reference 341 863 on the Mount Kosciusko 1:50,000 map.
Brief History
This hut was burnt down in the January 2003 fires, but is survived by it neighbour, Kidmans hut just up the valley.
The history of Burrungubugge is very interesting, as it is unique in KNP history, being the only approved "replacement hut" in the Park. It replaced nearby Constances Hut (#2418 at 341863), with the intention of lessening the visitor load on the Whites Corridor.
The hut was built in 1989 and 1990, and opened to a huge crowd on 17 November 1990.
It was completely financed through donations, and built by KHA . The NPWS assisted with access and other support.
The hut remained mildly controversial, because of a large perspex, picture window in one end wall. Most visitors, however, consider this an advancement in style, and offering a perfect view. Previous windows in older huts were small, due to the cost and difficulty of transporting larger panes of glass.
Construction
The shelter is built of vertical slabs, with a wooden floor and roof of iron. A stove, three windows and a toilet are also included.
This combination reduces cost, meets aesthetic considerations, and is very durable, requiring minimal oiling of the woodwork from time to time.
References
KHA reference number is 2445.
A comprehensive design and application to the NPWS exists.
Hueneke P122 for Constances Hut (which it replaced).