2016-12-12 General Committee - Attachment 1 to Item 9 - NBRF Annual Report

QUARTERLY REPORT TO COUNCIL – Q1 FY 2017




   We have KPI and reporting protocols applied to each project; our FY 2017 plan calls for
   some resource allocation to improve project management.

   An overview of each project follows.



   4.1.1 UNDERSTAND OUR BIOSPHERE
   Engaging the Noosa Community to better understand our Biosphere Reserve and its
   biodiversity.




   This is a community engagement and educational program initiated by the Noosa
   Community Biosphere Association (NCBA). The program includes a video and support
   material being used to engage and inform community organisations of the UNESCO MAB
   program and its implications for Noosa.

   Using this material, and by other direct means, links are being established with other
   organisations including NPA, NICA, Landcare, Country Noosa, Tourism Noosa and many
   others. We believe that more needs to be done in this area of public engagement; the
   NBRF will continue to work with and encourage NCBA’s initiatives in this regard.

   The Foundation will also allocate some resources in FY 2017 to enhanced community
   engagement activities.

   NBRF Commitment -          $20,000
   Total Project Value -      $39,000
   Lead Organisation -        NCBA - Noosa Community Biosphere Association
   KPI Status -               ˜ Amber – needs monitoring


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