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Capital Works Program 2024 - 2025                                                                                                         Capital Works Program 2024 - 2025

Project               Project Description                                                                                Total Cost ($)   Project                Project Description                                                                              Total Cost ($)

Shire Wide - VHF      Council investigated and undertook preliminary design works for a proposed VHF                     610,000          Doonan - Eumundi       A new reverse vending machine has been installed at the Doonan Resource Recovery                 200,000
Infrastructure        radio communication network to address known coverage issues and to provide                                         Landfill - Container   Facility, offering the community a quick and convenient way to recycle and claim
Upgrade               continued connectivity during and following disaster events and installed GPS                                       Return Point           refunds. Powered by artificial intelligence, the machine efficiently sorts and processes
                      vehicle monitoring in all Council vehicles. This ensures driver safety by enabling                                                         eligible containers.
                      quick location and assistance in disasters and hazardous conditions and provides
                      a record of vehicle movements for post-disaster analysis. It additionally allows real-                              Pomona -               Bathroom and toilet facilities in the Council-owned community building servicing                 80,000
                      time monitoring and coordination in disaster events, enhances response times and                                    Kindergarten -         the Pomona & District Kindergarten were upgraded to better support the needs
                      improves data collection and analysis to identify improvement opportunities.                                        Bathroom Facilities    of attending children and staff. The project significantly improved hygiene, safety,
                                                                                                                                          Upgrade                and accessibility. During the upgrade, a known section of asbestos was also safely
Noosa Heads -         Approximately 700 metres of water main was renewed along Claude Batten Drive through               185,000                                 removed, further enhancing the health and safety standards of the facility.
Claude Batten Dr      to the Noosa River Mouth. This project included the restoration and re-vegetation of the
                      natural area upon completion to preserve the local environment. The upgrade significantly                           Noosa Shire - Reseal   The FY2024/25 Reseal Program delivered improved road surfaces across key areas                   5.5M
- Plumbing
                      enhances the reliability of the mains water supply servicing public amenities, showers, taps,                       Program                of the Noosa Shire. This annual initiative plays a critical role in maintaining the safety,
                      lifeguard towers, irrigation systems, and the sand pumping station, addressing water loss                                                  durability, and performance of the region’s road network. By renewing worn surfaces, it
                      issues associated with the aging infrastructure.                                                                                           extended the lifespan of existing infrastructure, reduced future maintenance costs, and
                                                                                                                                                                 enhanced driving conditions for residents and visitors alike.
Tewantin Childcare    The roof at Tewantin Childcare (C&K) at 19 Moorindil Street was replaced as it had                 185,000
(19 Moorindil St) -   reached the end of its useful life. The project ensures the building is fully protected from                        Noosa Shire            Numerous pathways across Noosa Shire have been renewed, constructed, or                          1.16M
                      the elements and included the installation of new extraction fans and associated electrical                         Pathway Renewal        upgraded, enhancing connectivity, accessibility, and safety for pedestrians and
Roof Replacement
                      works to support ventilation and functionality within the facility.                                                 Program                cyclists throughout the region.

Peregian Beach        The Peregian Beach Skate Park was upgraded with valuable input from local skaters,                 495,000
Skate Park Design &   resulting in a revitalised facility featuring three distinct zones to cater to all skill levels.
Construction          Enhancements include improved drainage, new seating, and the retention of the
                      park’s popular shade sail, ensuring it remains a welcoming and functional space for                                 Disaster Recovery Works Projects




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                      the community.

Noosaville - Apex     The aged fitness equipment was completely replaced, including new soft fall rubber                 126,000          Project                Project Description                                                                                Budget ($)
Park Fitness          surfacing to improve impact attenuation and drainage. All equipment has been
Equipment Upgrade     reoriented to face the river, offering users an enhanced outlook. The upgrade also                                  Black Mountain         Largest landslide in recent history to impact a road asset. The constructed solution combined:     50.1M
                      includes accessible fitness units for people with a disability, developed in consultation                           Road landslide         – Deep bored piles socketed into stable material beneath the slip plane,
                      with stakeholders to ensure inclusivity and usability.                                                              remediation            – Ground anchors providing additional support to concrete capping beams
                                                                                                                                                                 – Horizontal drill drains to improve groundwater management.
Noosa Heads - Lions   A high-use facility with limited maintenance over the past decade, underwent a major               380,000                                 This solution addressed immediate stability requirements and long-term resilience
Park - Amenities      upgrade to improve both functionality and appearance. As a key asset influencing the                                                       against future disasters.
Upgrade               visitor experience and image of the Noosa Shire, the refurbishment aimed to restore
                      the facility to a standard that reflects the area’s reputation. Works included significant                          Black Pinch            Four landslides impacting the road asset. The constructed solution combines:                       12.2M
                                                                                                                                          Road landslide         – Bored piles socketed into stable material
                      internal and external improvements, upgrades to meet current disability compliance
                                                                                                                                          remediation            – Concrete capping beams or concrete stabilising blocks
                      standards, and the installation of additional external showers to better serve the local
                                                                                                                                                                 – Ground anchors to stabilise upslope
                      community and tourists alike.                                                                                                              This solution addressed immediate stability requirements however due to global instability in
Pomona SES            New onsite amenities were completed at the Pomona SES shed on Hospital                             97,000                                  this area, new landslides have emerged in early 2025.
Amenities Upgrade     Street, funded by Council and a Queensland Government SES Support Grant. The                                        Upper Pinbarren        Nine landslides impacting the road asset. The constructed solution relies mostly on soil           14.2M
                      works delivered a fit-for-purpose accessible bathroom for use by both volunteers                                    Creek Road, Kin        nailing the extents of the slip failures. One section received safety guard rail to compensate
                      and visitors, along with external upgrades to address and formalise stormwater                                      Kin landslide          for road width instability.
                      management and minor overland flooding issues, improving the functionality and                                      remediation
                      resilience of the facility.
                                                                                                                                          Schreibers Road,       Replaced a failed culver structure with a bridge. This new structure also incorporated a           6.8M
Noosaville - Noosa    The outdoor space at Noosa Leisure Centre was upgraded to create a safe, functional                90,000           Cooran Bridge          more robust solution for the intersecting SEQWater water main. Council’s commitment
Leisure Centre        area suitable for basketball training and other court-based activities, including a hit-                                                   to ensuring a better solution for not only the road asset but the water security for the
- Outdoor Court       up wall. The project utilised a modular outdoor court tile system installed over existing                                                  region was recognised by QRA via the award of a Betterment Grant.
Upgrade               concrete, offering a cost-effective, durable, and visually appealing solution with a
                      longer lifespan than traditional painted surfaces. This enhancement may relieve                                     Musa Vale Road,        A complex project in a highly constrained section of road. The constructed solution combines:      2.16M
                                                                                                                                          Cooroy landslide       – Bored piles socketed into stable material
                      some pressure on the indoor courts by supporting additional programming but also
                                                                                                                                          remediation            – Concrete capping beams
                      significantly improves the outdoor area’s amenity, multi-use functionality, and revenue
                                                                                                                                                                 Key to the success was the addition of a temporary sidetrack road to allow community
                      potential for the facility.                                                                                                                continued access during the construction period.
Sunrise Beach - 56    A new concrete retaining wall was constructed to reduce slope instability risks and                1.08M            Disaster Toolbox       This program saw the launch of the use of the following products and services:                     0.3M
David Low Way         enhance safety for pedestrians and nearby property owners. Complemented by                                          Assets                 – Sand bays at strategic locations
- Retaining Wall      landscaping and replanting, the stabilisation works contribute to a more resilient                                                         – Sand bins for responsive locating for disaster impacted localities
Construct             and visually appealing environment. Additionally, a new three-metre-wide shared                                                            – Camera equipment and training for digital record keeping of disaster impacts
                      pathway was completed, improving safety and accessibility for pedestrians, cyclists,                                                       – Traffic Plan for Tewantin foreshore area when flooded.
                      and mobility scooter users.                                                                                                                – Flood monitoring equipment to support Disaster Dashboard


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