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                         AGENDA


              Ordinary Meeting

          Thursday, 21 November 2024

                    commencing at 5:00 PM
   Peregian Beach Community House, 5-7 Rufous Street, Peregian
                            Beach




Cr Frank Wilkie (Chair), Karen Finzel, Amelia Lorentson, Jessica Phillips, Brian
Stockwell, Tom Wegener, Nicola Wilson




                      “Noosa Shire – different by nature”




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ORDINARY MEETING                                              21 NOVEMBER 2024



1.      DECLARATION OF OPENING

2.      ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF COUNTRY

3.      ATTENDANCE & APOLOGIES

4.      CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES


     4.1.    ORDINARY MEETING MINUTES DATED 17 OCTOBER 2024


     4.2.    SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES DATED 6 NOVEMBER 2024

5.      PETITIONS

6.      PRESENTATIONS

7.      DEPUTATIONS


             DEPUTATION - DOG REGISTRATIONS
     7.1.    APPLICANT: DEBRA WALZ
             SPEAKERS: DEBRA WALZ


             DEPUTATION - REQUEST FOR PEDESTRIAN CROSSING ON EUMUNDI NOOSA
             ROAD
     7.2.
             APPLICANT: LINDA MARTIN
             SPEAKERS: LINDA MARTIN, BERNID HAENGA, ANDIE GRANT

8.      PUBLIC QUESTION TIME


     8.1.    ANDIE GRANT


     8.2.    BERNIE HAENGA


     8.3.    LINDA MARTIN


     8.4.    SHARON CHORENGAL

9.      MAYORAL MINUTES

10.     NOTIFIED MOTIONS


             NOOSAVILLE FORESHORE INFRASTRUCTURE MANAGEMENT PLAN AND
     10.1.
             OUTSOURCING EFFECTIVENESS REVIEW

11.     CONSIDERATION OF COMMITTEE REPORTS



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ORDINARY MEETING                                            21 NOVEMBER 2024




  11.1.   AUDIT & RISK COMMITTEE REPORT - 25 OCTOBER 2024


  11.2.   PLANNING & ENVIRONMENT COMMITTEE REPORT - 12 NOVEMBER 2024


  11.3.   SERVICES & ORGANISATION COMMITTEE REPORT - 12 NOVEMBER 2024


  11.4.   GENERAL COMMITTEE MEETING REPORT - 18 NOVEMBER 2024

12.   ORDINARY MEETING REPORTS


          2024-2025 COMMUNITY PROGRAM FUNDING - COMMUNITY PROJECT GRANTS
  12.1.
          (ROUND TWO) - EVENTS


          2024-2025 COMMUNITY PROGRAM FUNDING – COMMUNITY PROJECT GRANTS
  12.2.
          (ROUND TWO) – PROGRAM/PROJECTS


          2024-2025 COMMUNITY PROGRAM FUNDING - COMMUNITY PROJECT GRANTS
  12.3.
          (ROUND TWO) - INFRASTRUCTURE


          2024-2025 COMMUNITY PROGRAM FUNDING - COMMUNITY PROJECT GRANTS
  12.4.
          (ROUND TWO) - EQUIPMENT


          2024-2025 COMMUNITY GRANTS PROGRAM - COMMUNITY PROJECT GRANTS
  12.5.
          (ROUND TWO) - SUMMARY

13.   CLOSED SESSION

14.   NEXT MEETING

15.   MEETING CLOSURE




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ORDINARY MEETING                                                          21 NOVEMBER 2024


8.1   ANDIE GRANT




QUESTION 1
Can data please be provided or collected to analyse how many families and children reside in the
Beckman's Road, St Teresa's Catholic College, Lake Entrance Boulevard to Good Shepherd
Lutheran College surrounding areas?

QUESTION 2.
Has a civil engineer consultation on a safe pedestrian crossing been done yet or when will it be
scheduled to be done in relation to the design of a safe pedestrian crossing on Eumundi-Noosa
Road?




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ORDINARY MEETING                                                          21 NOVEMBER 2024


8.2   BERNIE HAENGA




QUESTION 1
Can Council arrange accident data be provided/collected over the last 6 years on Beckmans Road
and Eumundi Noosa Road, Noosaville in relation to a safe pedestrian crossing?

QUESTION 2
Can Council arrange traffic volume road tube data be provided or collected in relation to a safe
pedestrian crossing on Eumundi Noosa Road?




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ORDINARY MEETING                                                             21 NOVEMBER 2024


8.3   LINDA MARTIN



Question 1.
When will the Noosa Council's Noosa Traffic Study Update be completed and findings be released
specifically in relation to a safe pedestrian crossing on Eumundi Noosa Road in the vicinity between
Beckmans and Rene Street Roundabout?

Question 2.
How exactly is safe access to the new footpath being constructed as part of the Tewantin Bypass
on Eumundi Noosa Road to be gained with the current non connecting paths and lack of a safe
pedestrian crossing issue in the vicinity?




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ORDINARY MEETING                                                              21 NOVEMBER 2024


8.4    SHARON CHORENGEL




QUESTION 1
In what timeframe will Noosa Shire Council find a resolution to the amount of traffic accidents along
Beckmans Road? In the last few years there have been 7 accidents directly in front of our home -
some had police presence and some people required hospitalisation, for others it was vehicle
damage. For my sister - she is left with permanent injuries and her vehicle was written off. On a
weekly basis there is abuse to ourselves, visitors, tradespeople etc. while accessing our driveway.
This occurs accessing our driveway from both directions.

QUESTION 2.
Nil.




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ORDINARY MEETING                                                              21 NOVEMBER 2024


                                NOTICE OF MOTION

SUBMITTED BY COUNCILLOR:                  Cr Amelia Lorentson
COUNCIL MEETING:                          Ordinary Meeting, 21 November 2024

That Council:
A. Request the CEO to provide a report on the process followed for the Noosaville Foreshore
   Infrastructure Management Plan, which includes an overview of the procurement process,
   identification of risks, reasons for any scope changes or variations, and details on resources
   utilized (staff, consultants, contractors). The report should also cover industry benchmarking and
   key lessons learned, demonstrating the effectiveness of the approach taken in developing the
   masterplan.
B. As part of the 2025/26 Budget development, Council receives a report in 2025 on the feasibility,
   scope, and resourcing required to establish a framework for reviewing the effectiveness of
   outsourcing arrangements (contractors, consultancies, etc.). This framework should assess key
   contracts and consultancies across areas such as value for money, service levels, procurement
   and contracting practices, and internal versus external resourcing. The framework should align
   with the Council’s Long Term Financial Plan, the upcoming Revenue Diversification and
   Optimisation Plan, and the principles outlined in the Financial Sustainability Policy.




ATTACHMENTS
1.    2024-11-21 Notice of Motion - Cr Lorentson - Noosaville Foreshore Infrastrucutre
      Management Plan and Outsourcing Effectiveness Review




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                             NOTICE OF MOTION

 SUBMITTED BY COUNCILLOR:                 Cr Lorentson
 COUNCIL MEETING:                         Ordinary Meeting, 21 November 2024

 | hereby notify of my intention to move the following motion at the Ordinary Meeting dated
Thursday, 21 November 2024

NOOSAVILLE FORESHORE INFRASTRUCTURE MANAGEMENT PLAN AND OUTSOURCING
EFFECTIVENESS REVIEW

That Council:
A.  Request the CEO to provide a report on the process followed for the Noosaville
    Foreshore Infrastructure Management Plan, which includes an overview of the
    procurement process, identification of risks, reasons for any scope changes or
    variations, and details on resources utilized (staff, consultants, contractors). The report
    should also cover industry benchmarking and key lessons learned, demonstrating the
    effectiveness of the approach taken in developing the masterplan.

B.  As part of the 2025/26 Budget development, Council receives a report in 2025 on the
    feasibility, scope, and resourcing required to establish a framework for reviewing the
    effectiveness of outsourcing arrangements (contractors, consultancies, etc.). This
    framework should assess key contracts and consultancies across areas such as value
    for money, service levels, procurement and contracting practices, and internal versus
    external resourcing. The framework should align with the Council’s Long Term Financial
    Plan, the upcoming Revenue Diversification and Optimisation Plan, and the principles
    outlined in the Financial Sustainability Policy.

                  t
        a                                       13 November 2024
“Councillor                                    Date

COUNCILLOR COMMENT
Recent projects, including major masterplans, have incurred significant consultancy expenses. This
motion aims to provide detailed information on the costs and processes for the Noosaville Foreshore
Infrastructure Management Plan, promoting transparency, accountability, and public trust.
Additionally, the motion proposes investigating an outsourcing effectiveness review framework. This
framework will assess key contracts and consultancies to ensure optimal outcomes in value for
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money, service levels, procurement practices, and internal versus external resourcing. It will support
the Council’s Long Term Financial Plan, the upcoming Revenue Diversification and Optimisation
Plan, and the Financial Sustainability Policy principles. This approach aims to improve efficiency,
value for money, and transparency, supporting responsible spending and effective governance.

To all Councillors and Directors
| hereby notify that Cr Lorentson intends to move the motion as shown above at the Ordinary Meeting
dated 21 November 2024.
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 Chief Exétutive   Qffieér                        Date

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11.1 AUDIT & RISK COMMITTEE MEETING REPORT 25 OCTOBER 2024


ATTENDANCE & APOLOGIES


COMMITTEE MEMBERS
Cr Tom Wegener
Cr Nicola Wilson
Timothy Cronin (Chair)
Ian Rushworth

NON COMMITTEE MEMBERS
Chief Executive Officer, Larry Sengstock
Director Corporate Services, Trent Grauf
Financial Services Manager, Pauline Coles
Governance Advisor, Alexandra Nolan
Governance Advisor, Aisling Morton-Adair
Workplace Health & Safety Coordinator, Craig Hodgson
KPMG, Thomas Cook
KPMG, Erin Neville-Stanley
QAO, Chantelle Hanna

APOLOGIES
Executive Officer, Internal Audit & Corporate Performance Debra Iezzi
Governance Manager Diana Stewart


COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATIONS TO COUNCIL

1. QAO EA REPORTS
That Council Note the Queensland Audit Office 2024 Closing Report provided by the Queensland
Audit Office (QAO) to the Audit & Risk Committee dated 25 October 20204.


2. 2023-2024 ANNUAL FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
That Council note the report by the Financial Services Manager to the Audit and Risk Committee
dated 25 October 2024 and approve the 2023/24 Annual Financial Statements for signature by the
Mayor and Chief Executive Officer.


3. NOOSA SHIRE COUNCIL ANNUAL REPORT 2023 - 2024
That Council note the report by the Governance Manager to the Audit & Risk Committee Meeting
dated 25 October 2024 regarding corporate reporting and:
A. Note Council’s draft Annual Report for 2023-24 financial year.


Committee Recommendation
That the report of the Audit & Risk Committee dated 25 October 2024 be received and the
recommendations therein be adopted.




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11.2 PLANNING & ENVIRONMENT COMMITTEE REPORT - 12 NOVEMBER 2024

ATTENDANCE & APOLOGIES

COMMITTEE MEMBERS
Cr Amelia Lorentson (Chair)
Cr Brian Stockwell
Cr Tom Wegener
Cr Frank Wilkie

NON COMMITTEE MEMBERS
Nil.

EXECUTIVE
Chief Executive Officer Larry Sengstock
Director Strategy & Environment, Kim Rawlings
Director Development & Regulation Richard MacGillivray
Acting Director Infrastructure Services Shaun Walsh

APOLOGIES
Nil.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATIONS TO COUNCIL
5.1. PLANNING & ENVIRONMENT COURT APPEAL NO 2611 OF 2024 - MCU23/0105
APPLICATION FOR A MATERIAL CHANGE OF USE FOR MULTIPLE DWELLING (6 SMALL
DWELLINGS), FOOD AND DRINK OUTLET AND OFFICE AT 2 BOTTLEBRUSH AVENUE,
NOOSA HEADS CLOSURE OF THE MEETING TO THE PUBLIC
That Council note the report by the Manager Development Assessment to the Planning and
Environment Committee Meeting dated 12 November 2024 regarding Planning & Environment Court
Appeal 2611 of 2024 and agree to defend the appeal.

6.1. PLANNING APPLICATIONS DECIDED BY DELEGATED AUTHORITY - SEPTEMBER 2024
That Council note the report by the Development Assessment Manager to the Planning &
Environment Committee Meeting 12 November 2024 regarding applications that have been decided
by delegated authority for September 2024 as per Attachment 1 to the Report.

Committee Recommendation
That the report of the Planning and Environment Committee meeting dated 12 November 2024 be
received and the recommendations therein be adopted except where dealt with by separate
resolution.




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11.3 SERVICES & ORGANISATION COMMITTEE REPORT - 12 NOVEMBER 2024


ATTENDANCE & APOLOGIES


COMMITTEE MEMBERS
Cr Nicola Wilson (Chair)
Cr Karen Finzel (via Microsoft Teams)
Cr Jessica Phillips


NON COMMITTEE MEMBERS
Cr Amelia Lorentson
Cr Tom Wegener


EXECUTIVE
Chief Executive Officer Larry Sengstock
Director Development & Regulation Richard MacGillivray
Director Corporate Services Trent Grauf
Acting Director Infrastructure Services Shaun Walsh


APOLOGIES
Cr Frank Wilkie




COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATIONS TO COUNCIL


5.1. COUNCIL MEETING SCHEDULE – 2025
That Council note the report by the Chief Executive Officer to the Services & Organisation Committee
Meeting dated 12 November 2024 and
A. Approve the Council Meeting schedule for January-December 2025 as set out in Attachment 1 to
the Report; and
B. Note Council's commitment to community engagement, and in particular holding Ordinary
Meetings in the community. Times and venue of ordinary meetings may be changed by council
resolution in order to facilitate this.


5.2. PEREGIAN BEACH SURF LIFESAVING CLUB - FUNDING REQUEST AND UPDATE ON
OPERATIONS
In accordance with Chapter 5B of the Local Government Act 2009, Cr Finzel provided the following
declaration to the meeting of a declarable conflict of interest in this matter: I, Cr Finzel, inform the
meeting that I have a declarable conflict of interest in relation to the Peregian Beach Surf Life Saving
Club Community Grant Application, as Leigh McCready, who worked as a volunteer in my 2020
“Future Noosa” election campaign is the current President of the Peregian Beach Surf Lifesaving



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Club. As Mrs McCready is not a close associate or related party and has never given me a gift or a
loan, I believe a reasonable person would agree that I able to make an impartial decision on the
matter. Therefore, I will choose to remain in the meeting room. However, I will respect the decision
of the meeting on whether I can remain and participate in the decision.

That Services & Organisation Committee Agenda Item 5.2 be referred to the General Committee for
further consideration.


5.3. ADOPTION OF NOOSA COUNCIL STRATEGIC LAND ACTIVATION POLICY
That Council note the report by the Director Corporate Services to the Services and Organisation
Committee dated 12 November 2024 and adopt the Strategic Land Activation Policy, provided at
Attachment 1 to the report.

6.1. CAPITAL PROGRAM 2024/25 DELIVERY STATUS
That Council note the report by the Infrastructure Planning Design and Delivery Manager to the
Services & Organisation Committee Meeting, 12 November 2024, providing an update on the
delivery of the 2024/25 Capital Works Program as at 30 September 2024.


7.1. RENEWAL OF STATE LEASE FOR
NOOSAVILLE SLIPWAY AT 3 MILL STREET, NOOSAVILLE
That Council
A. Note the report by the Property Advisor to the Services & Organisation Committee dated 12
November 2024 regarding renewal of the State Lease for the Noosaville Slipway at 3 Mill St.,
Noosaville;
B. Agree to decline the Department of Resource's offer to enter a new term lease for the site.
C. Authorise the CEO to write to the Department advising it of Council's decision.


7.2. EXPRESSION OF INTEREST IN COUNCIL-
OWNED INDUSTRIAL LAND
That Council note the report by the Director Corporate Services to the Services & Organisation
Committee Meeting dated 12 November 2024 and;
A. Invite Expressions of Interest (EOI) pursuant to section 228(3)(a) and (b) Local Government
Regulation 2012 (Qld), to dispose (via lease) of 25-29 Jarrah Street, Cooroy (including Lots 6, 7 and
8 of SP262436).
B. Note that it is in the public interest to invite expressions of interest before inviting written tenders
for the following reasons:
   1. It will allow all interested parties to express their interest in utilising the Land.
   2. It enables Council to consider proposals that may be submitted by respondents with a
   demonstrated plan and capability to achieve Council’s desired outcomes for the Land before
   progressing to a select tender phase from a shortlist of EOI respondents.
   3. For respondents it reduces the time and expense associated with preparing a full tender
   submission, as only those shortlisted from EOI will be invited to do so.
   4. It maximises Council’s resources in the tender process by reducing the number of full tender
   submissions needing evaluations.
C. Request that the CEO report to a future Council meeting detailing the outcomes of the EOI,
including the recommendation of a shortlist from which to invite written tenders, for Council’s further
consideration.




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Committee Recommendation
That the report of the Services & Organisation Committee meeting dated 12 November 2024 be
received and the recommendations therein be adopted except where dealt with by separate
resolution.




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11.4 GENERAL COMMITTEE MEETING REPORT - 18 NOVEMBER 2024


ATTENDANCE & APOLOGIES

COMMITTEE MEMBERS
Cr Brian Stockwell (Chair)
Cr Karen Finzel
Cr Amelia Lorentson
Cr Jessica Phillips
Cr Tom Wegener
Cr Frank Wilkie
Cr Nicola Wilson

EXECUTIVE
Chief Executive Officer Larry Sengstock
Acting Director Infrastructure Services Shaun Walsh (via Microsoft Teams)
Director Development & Regulation Richard MacGillivray
Director Strategy & Environment Kim Rawlings
Director Corporate Services Trent Grauf

APOLOGIES
Nil.


COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATIONS TO COUNCIL

5.1. PEREGIAN BEACH SURF LIFESAVING CLUB - FUNDING REQUEST AND UPDATE ON
OPERATIONS (REFERRED FROM SERVICES & ORGANISATION DATED 12 NOVEMBER 2024)

In accordance with Chapter 5B of the Local Government Act 2009, Cr Finzel provided the following
declaration to the meeting of a declarable conflict of interest in this matter:
I, Cr Finzel, inform the meeting that I have a declarable conflict of interest in relation to the Peregian
Beach Surf Life Saving Club, as Leigh McCready, who worked as a volunteer in my 2020 “Future
Noosa” election campaign is the President and a member of the Events Committee of the Peregian
Beach Surf Lifesaving Club. As Mrs McCready is not a close associate or related party and has
never given me a gift or a loan, I believe a reasonable person would agree that I able to make an
impartial decision on the matter. Therefore, I will choose to remain in the meeting room. However, I
will respect the decision of the meeting on whether I can remain and participate in the decision.

In accordance with Chapter 5B of the Local Government Act 2009, Cr Lorentson provided the
following declaration to the meeting of a declarable conflict of interest in this matter:
I, Cr Lorentson, inform the meeting that I have a declarable conflict of interest in this matter as my
daughter Giorgia Lorentson and son Ben Lorentson are employed by Surf Life Saving Queensland
(SLSQ) as casual lifeguards. It could be viewed that I have a have a conflict of interest, however I
do not believe a reasonable person could have a perception of bias as my daughter and son’s
employment is of a casual nature and not exclusively bound to SLSQ. Therefore, there is no benefit
or loss specific to my daughter and son, from the outcome of this application. Therefore, I will choose
to remain in the meeting room. However, I will respect the decision of the meeting on whether I can
remain and participate in the decision.




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That Council note the report by the Property Manager, Development and Regulation to the Services
and Organisation Committee dated 12 November 2024 and:
A. Agree to consider as part of the 2025-2026 budget deliberations the allocation of $46,000 per
annum plus CPI for a total of two years commencing 2025-2026 to fund SLSQ contract lifeguard
services on Saturdays only in the
September to May surf lifesaving patrol season for the purposes of providing lifesaving service
continuity at Peregian Beach subject to the Lessee:
  1. Providing annual reporting of progress toward establishment of the new Peregian Beach
  SLSC for a further two years of operations;
  2. Submitting an updated 3 year Strategic Plan endorsed by Surf Lifesaving Queensland prior
  to 30 June 2025;
  3. Submitting a Building Works Plan Schedule prior to 30 June 2025 detailing proposed club
  building works including major maintenance, renovation and extension works for the remainder
  of the current lease period, noting that Council officers will assist with the development of the
  club’s Building Works Schedule as appropriate;
  4. Agreeing that opportunities for ratepayer financial support will be by application through
  Council’s community grants program and no commitment is provided by Council for direct
  ratepayer financial support
  5. Agreeing that building maintenance will be at Council’s discretion subject to Council’s
  independent assessment and asset maintenance planning.
B. Note that any future PBSLSC proposal to assume responsibility for all patrolling days in the
September to May lifesaving season will be subject to approval by Surf Lifesaving Queensland;
C. Note Peregian Beach Surf Lifesaving Club’s request to increase Junior Activities (Nippers)
enrolments subject to Surf Lifesaving Queensland approval;
D. Authorise the CEO to:
  1. Monitor operation of the bin storage area located adjacent to Peregian Beach SLSC and
  investigate short and long term options to manage the impacts of the area to improve club
  amenity;
  2. Examine stormwater and drainage issues currently impacting club operations; and
E. Agree that requests for funding resulting from the bin storage and drainage and stormwater
investigations will be referred to future budget deliberations as appropriate.


6.1. FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE REPORT – OCT 2024
That Council note the report by the Financial Services Manager to the General Committee Meeting
dated 18 November 2024 outlining the October 2024 year to date financial performance against
budget, including changes to the
financial performance report with the inclusion of key financial sustainability indicators.

6.2. NOOSA SHIRE COUNCIL ANNUAL REPORT 2023 - 2024
That Council note the report by the Governance Manager to the General Committee meeting dated
18 November 2024 regarding corporate reporting and:
A. Adopt the Noosa Shire Council 2023-2024 Annual Report incorporating the audited Financial
Statements for 2023-2024 financial year as provided at Attachment 1.
B. Authorise the Chief Executive Officer to make any required minor amendments to the document
prior to publication.

6.3. OPERATIONAL PLAN 2024-25 Q1 QUARTERLY REPORTING
That Council note the report by the Chief Executive Officer to the General Committee dated 18
November 2024 regarding the 2024-25 Operational Plan and:
A. Note the progress report for Q1 2024-25 Operational Plan to 30 September 2024 provided as
Attachment 1;
B. Note the comments on the progress of all initiatives identified provided as Attachment 2; and
C. Note the status of Council's Key Performance Indicators as provided as Attachment 3.



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6.4. 2024 LGAQ CONFERENCE - NOOSA COUNCIL MOTIONS CARRIED
That Council note the report by the Chief Executive Officer to the General Committee Meeting dated
18 November 2024 detailing the final seven (7) motions by Noosa Council which were carried at the
Local Government Association of Queensland (LGAQ) Annual Conference 2024.


Committee Recommendation
That the report of the General Committee meeting dated 18 November 2024 be received and the
recommendations therein be adopted except where dealt with by separate resolution.




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12.1 2024-2025 COMMUNITY PROGRAM FUNDING - COMMUNITY PROJECT GRANTS
     (ROUND TWO) - EVENTS


Author            Community Connections Manager, Alison Hamblin
                  Community Services Department
Index             ECM/Subject/26.17 Community Funding/Grants
Attachments       1.   Attachment 1 - 2024-45 Round 2 Community Project Grant Report -
                       Events


EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
This report seeks to confirm recommendations for funding for Round 2 of the 2024-25 Community
Funding Program – Events.

RECOMMENDATION
That Council note the report by the Community Connection Manager to the Ordinary Meeting dated
21 November 2024 and approve Round Two 2024-2025 Community Project Grants - Events
provided in Attachment 1 to this report.


REPORT
The purpose of this report is for Council to consider and approve the second round of 2024-25
Community Project Grants for Events as provided in Attachment 1 of this report, with a total grant
value of $24,900.

The Events category funds community based festivals or events that bring residents together
(beyond the applicant organisation’s membership base), including cultural, sports or community
events.

Refer to report titled '2024-25 Community Grants Program – Community Project Grants (Round Two)
Summary' presented to the Ordinary Committee Meeting dated 21 November 2024 for background
and implementation information.

Link to Corporate Plan

Theme No. 2. - Liveability
Liveability encompasses housing, facilities and services, transport, health and wellbeing to enable
an inclusive, connected and vibrant community.
Objective 2.5 - Ensure community facilities and services are inclusive, accessible and meet the
evolving needs and interests of residents across the shire.
Objective 2.6 - Facilitate strong, vibrant, inclusive communities where people have a sense of
belonging and are active participants in a rich community life.
Objective 2.7 - Fund and deliver sustainable assets and facilities and associated services
responding to the changing needs of the community and the challenges and opportunities of the
future.
Objective 2.8 - Provide opportunities to enhance the health, wellbeing and safety of our
communities.


Previous Council Consideration



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Nil

Finance
Traditionally, two funding rounds for Projects are run and budgeted for each financial year with a
total of $324,780.80 allocated to Community Project Grants in 2024-25. There is sufficient funding
available to fund the recommended Events category grants.

Risk & Opportunities
Nil

Human Rights
Human Rights Compatibility Statement
In developing this Report, the subject matter has been considered in accordance with the
requirements of the Queensland Human Rights Act 2019. It is considered that the subject matter
does not conflict with any human rights and supports a human rights approach to decision making
by Council. Council representatives will endeavour to act and make decisions under this report in a
manner that is compatible with human rights. This report should be read in conjunction with
Council’s Human Rights Policy.

Consultation
External Consultation - Community & Stakeholder
Nil


Internal Consultation
Departments consulted:
      Office of the CEO, Mayor &               Community Services               Corporate Services
              Councillors
  x    Mayor & Councillors               x   Director                         Director
  x    Chief Executive Officer           x   Community Development       x    Financial Services
       Executive Officers                x   Sport & Active Lifestyles        Fleet
       Community Engagement              x   Arts & Culture              xx   Revenue Services
       People & Culture                  x   Community Connection             ICT
       Governance                            Customer Experience              Procurement

                                                                              Commercial Property

       Strategy & Environment                Development & Regulation         Infrastructure Services
       Director                              Director                         Director
       Strategic Land Use Planning           Development Assessment           Infrastructure Planning, Design
                                                                              and Delivery
       Economic Development          &       Local Laws                       Civil and Asset operations
       Destination Management
       Environmental Services                Environmental Health             Waste
       Innovation & Digital Hub              Building & Plumbing              Building & Facilities
                                         x   Property / Permits               Disaster Management




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2024-25 Round 22 Community Project Grant – Events



                                                                                                                                                         Recommended
App ID       Applicant Name         Project Title             Project Description                                   Special Conditions
                                                                                                                                                            Funding

                                                                                                                    Event permit required. Funds to
                                    Ocean Heroes Free                                                               be used for the Noosa Shire
                                                              Free surfing events for participants on the autism                                             $5,000
PROJ2204     Ocean Heroes Limited   Events Program - Noosa                                                          Only. Inclusion officer to link to
                                                              spectrum and their families
                                    Expansion                                                                       community groups and Living
                                                                                                                    Well Noosa.

             FESTURI - a            Festuri Noosa
                                                              Hosting of the annual FESTURI Noosa                   Provide evidence of event               $5,000
PROJ2224     multicultural          Multicultural Music and
                                                              multicultural festival                                permit
             celebration inc.       Dance Festival

             Noosa International    NOOSA International       Hosting of the NOOSA International Surfilm                                                     $9,900
PROJ2233                                                                                                            Nil
             Surfilm Festival        Surfilm Festival 2025      Festival

             Returned & Services
             League of Australia    ANZAC Day Parade and
                                                                                                                                                            $5,000
PROJ2247     (Queensland Branch)    Commemoration             Coordination of the ANZAC Day services                Nil
             Tewantin Noosa Sub     Ceremony 2025
             Branch Incorporated

                                                                                                                  TOTAL RECOMMENDED FUNDING                $24,900




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November 2024


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ORDINARY MEETING                                                             21 NOVEMBER 2024


12.2 2024-2025 COMMUNITY PROGRAM FUNDING – COMMUNITY PROJECT GRANTS
     (ROUND TWO) – PROGRAM/PROJECTS



Author            Community Connections Manager, Alison Hamblin
                  Community Services Department
Index             ECM/Subject/26.17 Community Funding/Grants
Attachments       1.   Attachment 1 - 2024-45 Round 2 Community Project Grant Report -
                       Programs


EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
This report seeks to confirm recommendations for funding for Round 2 of the 2024-25 Community
Funding Program – Program/Projects.

RECOMMENDATION
That Council note the report by the Community Connection Manager to the Ordinary Meeting dated
21 November 2024 and approve Round Two 2024-25 Community Project Grants – Program/Projects
provided in Attachment 1 to this report.


REPORT
The purpose of this report is for Council to consider and approve the second round of 2024-25
Community Project Grants for Program/Projects as provided in Attachment 1 of this report, with a
total grant value of $34,894.

The Program/Projects category funds limited term projects or programs that respond to a specific
opportunity or need within the community.

Refer to report titled '2023-24 Community Grants Program – Community Project Grants (Round Two)
Summary' presented to the General Committee Meeting dated 21 November 2024 for background
and implementation information.

Link to Corporate Plan

Theme No. 2. - Liveability
Liveability encompasses housing, facilities and services, transport, health and wellbeing to enable
an inclusive, connected and vibrant community.
Objective 2.6 - Facilitate strong, vibrant, inclusive communities where people have a sense of
belonging and are active participants in a rich community life.
Objective 2.8 - Provide opportunities to enhance the health, wellbeing and safety of our
communities.


Previous Council Consideration
Nil




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Finance
Traditionally, two funding rounds for Projects are run and budgeted for each financial year with a
total of $324,780.80 allocated to Community Project Grants in 2024-25. There is sufficient funding
available to fund the recommended Project category grants.

Risk & Opportunities
Nil

Human Rights
Human Rights Compatibility Statement
In developing this Report, the subject matter has been considered in accordance with the
requirements of the Queensland Human Rights Act 2019. It is considered that the subject matter
does not conflict with any human rights and supports a human rights approach to decision making
by Council. Council representatives will endeavour to act and make decisions under this report in a
manner that is compatible with human rights. This report should be read in conjunction with
Council’s Human Rights Policy.

Consultation
External Consultation - Community & Stakeholder
Nil


Internal Consultation
Departments consulted:
      Office of the CEO, Mayor &               Community Services              Corporate Services
              Councillors
  x    Mayor & Councillors               x    Director                        Director
  x    Chief Executive Officer           x    Community Development       x   Financial Services
       Executive Officers                x    Sport & Active Lifestyles       Fleet
       Community Engagement              x    Arts & Culture              x   Revenue Services
       People & Culture                  x    Community Connection            ICT
       Governance                             Customer Experience             Procurement

                                                                              Commercial Property

       Strategy & Environment                Development & Regulation         Infrastructure Services
       Director                               Director                        Director
       Strategic Land Use Planning            Development Assessment          Infrastructure      Planning,
                                                                              Design and Delivery
       Economic Development          &        Local Laws                      Civil and Asset operations
       Destination Management
       Environmental Services                 Environmental Health            Waste
       Innovation & Digital Hub               Building & Plumbing             Building & Facilities
                                         x    Property / Permits              Disaster Management




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2024-25 Round 22 Community Project Grant – Programs and Projects

                                                                                                                                                        Recommended
App ID       Applicant Name           Project Title             Project Description                                Special Conditions
                                                                                                                                                           Funding

             Pomona and                                         Events showcasing young local talent and
                                      NextGen Creatives: Live
PROJ2234     District Community                                 fostering inclusive, empowering community          Nil                                    $12,995
                                      Events Project
             House                                              events.

             Judith Hammond                                                                                        Applicant to confirm date and
             (Auspiced by             Dhakkan/Mundagudda                                                           venue. Workshops to be open to
             North Coast              Contemporary              Creation of 20 contemporary sculptures through     the public. Applicant to work with
PROJ2237                                                                                                                                                   $5,000
             Aboriginal Corporation   Songlines Sculptures      weekly four-hour ceramics workshops.               Cultural Development Officer to
             for Community            2025                                                                         engage local schools and
             Health)                                                                                               community groups.

             The Trustee for          Salvos Men's Support      Recruitment and training of male volunteers to
             the Salvation            Noosa (SMSN)              reach out to adult males in the Noosa Shire who
PROJ2241                                                                                                           Nil                                    $16,899
             Army (Queensland)        - Establishment           are affected by trauma, poverty, loneliness,
             Property Trust           of Volunteer Group        homelessness and home/workplace abuse.

                                                                                                                  TOTAL RECOMMENDED FUNDING               $34,894




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November 2024


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ORDINARY MEETING                                                                 21 NOVEMBER 2024


12.3 2024-2025 COMMUNITY PROGRAM FUNDING - COMMUNITY PROJECT GRANTS
     (ROUND TWO) - INFRASTRUCTURE



Author             Community Connections Manager, Alison Hamblin
                   Community Services Department
Index              ECM/Subject/26.17 Community Funding/Grants
Attachments        1.   Attachment 1 - 2024-45 Round 2 Community Project Grant Report -
                        Infrastructure


EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
This report seeks to confirm recommendations for funding for Round 2 of the 2024-25 Community
Funding Program – Infrastructure.

RECOMMENDATION
That Council note the report by the Community Connection Manager to the Ordinary Meeting dated
21 November 2024 and approve Round Two 2024-2025 Community Project Grants - Infrastructure
as provided in Attachment 1 to this report.


REPORT
The purpose of this report is for Council to consider and approve the second round of 2024-25
Community Project Grants for Infrastructure as provided in Attachment 1 of this report, with a total
grant value of $98,755.

The Infrastructure grants category provides funding for building work or infrastructure improvement
projects that include new or replacement infrastructure or maintenance of existing infrastructure.
This may include but is not limited to energy efficient lighting, shade sails, storage facilities, new or
upgraded amenities, water harvesting, fit outs, solar systems etc.

Refer to report titled '2024-25 Community Grants Program – Community Project Grants (Round Two)
- Summary' presented to the Ordinary Committee Meeting dated 21 November 2024 for background
and implementation information.

Link to Corporate Plan
Theme No. 2. - Liveability
Liveability encompasses housing, facilities and services, transport, health and wellbeing to enable
an inclusive, connected and vibrant community.
Objective 2.5 - Ensure community facilities and services are inclusive, accessible and meet the
evolving needs and interests of residents across the shire.
Objective 2.6 - Facilitate strong, vibrant, inclusive communities where people have a sense of
belonging and are active participants in a rich community life.
Objective 2.7 - Fund and deliver sustainable assets and facilities and associated services
responding to the changing needs of the community and the challenges and opportunities of the
future.
Objective 2.8 - Provide opportunities to enhance the health, wellbeing and safety of our
communities.

Previous Council Consideration




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Nil

Finance
Traditionally, two funding rounds for Projects are run and budgeted for each financial year with a
total of $324,780.80 allocated to Community Project Grants in 2024-25. There is sufficient funding
available to fund the recommended Infrastructure category grants.

Risk & Opportunities
Nil

Human Rights
Human Rights Compatibility Statement
In developing this Report, the subject matter has been considered in accordance with the
requirements of the Queensland Human Rights Act 2019. It is considered that the subject matter
does not conflict with any human rights and supports a human rights approach to decision making
by Council. Council representatives will endeavour to act and make decisions under this report in a
manner that is compatible with human rights. This report should be read in conjunction with
Council’s Human Rights Policy.

Consultation
External Consultation - Community & Stakeholder
Nil


Internal Consultation
Departments consulted:
      Office of the CEO, Mayor &             Community Services               Corporate Services
              Councillors
  x    Mayor & Councillors             x   Director                        Director
  x    Chief Executive Officer         x   Community Development       x   Financial Services
       Executive Officers              x   Sport & Active Lifestyles       Fleet
       Community Engagement            x   Arts & Culture              x   Revenue Services
       People & Culture                x   Community Connection            ICT
       Governance                          Customer Experience             Procurement

                                                                           Commercial Property

       Strategy & Environment              Development & Regulation        Infrastructure Services
       Director                            Director                        Director
       Strategy & Sustainability       x   Development Assessment          Infrastructure Planning, Design
                                                                           and Delivery
       Economic Development        &       Local Laws                      Civil and Asset operations
       Destination Management
       Environmental Services              Environmental Health            Waste
       Innovation & Digital Hub        x   Building & Plumbing             Building & Facilities
                                       x   Property / Permits              Disaster Management




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2024-25 Round 22 Community Project Grant – Facility Development / Infrastructure

                                                                                                                                                         Recommended
App ID       Applicant Name          Project Title             Project Description                                    Special Conditions
                                                                                                                                                            Funding

             Noosa Netball           Demolition of Existing    Demolition of the existing clubhouse prior to
PROJ2203                                                                                                              Nil                                   $5,000
             Association Inc         Netball Clubhouse         construction of new clubhouse (separate project).

                                     Improve safety and
             Noosa Women's Shed      security by fencing                                                              Applicant to seek owners consent
PROJ2206                                                       Fencing of Noosa Women’s Shed site.                                                         $30,000
             Inc                     Noosa Women’s Shed                                                               for style of fencing.
                                     site

                                     Courts Resurfacing and    Shade structure for Court 3, resurfacing of all
PROJ2215     Peregian Tennis Club                                                                                     Nil                                  $15,000
                                     Shade                     courts, and adjusting Court 3 lighting.

                                                               Supply and replace current lighting in carpark with
                                     Carpark Lighting
PROJ2219     Noosa Tennis Club Inc                             energy efficient LED lights that meet safety           Nil                                   $3,320
                                     Upgrade
                                                               standards.

             Pomona Cooroy &         Supply and Installation
PROJ2225                                                       Install luminaires on upgraded lighting poles.         Nil                                  $20,000
             District AFL Club Inc   of Luminaires

             Kauri Park Bushcare     Kauri Connect – Stump     Installation of hardwood seating around a large
PROJ2231                                                                                                              Nil                                   $3,108
             Group                   Seat and Signage          red-gum stump in Kauri Park and signage.

             Tewantin Noosa                                    Construction and installation of new sight screens     Applicant to seek building
PROJ2239                             Cricket Sight Screen                                                                                                  $22,327
             Cricket Club Inc.                                 at both ends of Read Park.                             approval.

                                                                                                                     TOTAL RECOMMENDED FUNDING             $98,755




2024-2025 Round 22 Community Project Grants | Noosa Council
November 2024


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ORDINARY MEETING                                                             21 NOVEMBER 2024


12.4 2024-2025 COMMUNITY PROGRAM FUNDING - COMMUNITY PROJECT GRANTS
     (ROUND TWO) - EQUIPMENT



Author            Community Connections Manager, Alison Hamblin
                  Community Services Department
Index             ECM/Subject/26.17 Community Funding/Grants
Attachments       1.   Attachment 1 - 2024-45 Round 2 Community Project Grant Report -
                       Equipment


EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
This report seeks to confirm recommendations for funding for Round 2 of the 2024-25 Community
Funding Program – Equipment.

RECOMMENDATION
That Council note the report by the Community Connection Manager to the Ordinary Meeting dated
21 November 2024 and approve Round Two 2024-25 Community Project Grants – Equipment
provided in Attachment 1 to this report.


REPORT
The purpose of this report is for Council to consider and approve the second round of 2024-25
Community Project Grants for Equipment as provided in Attachment 1 of this report, with a total
grant value of $34,195.

The Equipment category funds purchases of equipment that respond to a specific opportunity or
need within the community.

Refer to report titled '2024-25 Community Grants Program – Community Project Grants (Round Two)
Summary' presented to the Ordinary Committee Meeting dated 21 November 2024 for background
and implementation information.

Link to Corporate Plan

Theme No. 2. - Liveability
Liveability encompasses housing, facilities and services, transport, health and wellbeing to enable
an inclusive, connected and vibrant community.
Objective 2.6 - Facilitate strong, vibrant, inclusive communities where people have a sense of
belonging and are active participants in a rich community life.
Objective 2.8 - Provide opportunities to enhance the health, wellbeing and safety of our
communities.


Previous Council Consideration
Nil




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ORDINARY MEETING                                                                        21 NOVEMBER 2024



Finance
Traditionally, two funding rounds for Projects are run and budgeted for each financial year with a
total of $324,780.80 allocated to Community Project Grants in 2024-25. There is sufficient funding
available to fund the recommended Equipment category grants.

Risk & Opportunities
Nil

Human Rights
Human Rights Compatibility Statement
In developing this Report, the subject matter has been considered in accordance with the
requirements of the Queensland Human Rights Act 2019. It is considered that the subject matter
does not conflict with any human rights and supports a human rights approach to decision making
by Council. Council representatives will endeavour to act and make decisions under this report in a
manner that is compatible with human rights. This report should be read in conjunction with
Council’s Human Rights Policy.

Consultation
External Consultation - Community & Stakeholder
Nil


Internal Consultation
Departments consulted:
      Office of the CEO, Mayor &               Community Services               Corporate Services
              Councillors
  x    Mayor & Councillors               x   Director                        Director
  x    Chief Executive Officer           x   Community Development       x   Financial Services
       Executive Officers                x   Sport & Active Lifestyles       Fleet
       Community Engagement              x   Arts & Culture              x   Revenue Services
       People & Culture                  x   Community Connection            ICT
       Governance                            Customer Experience             Procurement

                                                                             Commercial Property

       Strategy & Environment                Development & Regulation        Infrastructure Services
       Director                              Director                        Director
       Strategic Land Use Planning           Development Assessment          Infrastructure Planning, Design
                                                                             and Delivery
       Economic Development          &       Local Laws                      Civil and Asset operations
       Destination Management
       Environmental Services                Environmental Health            Waste
       Innovation & Digital Hub              Building & Plumbing             Building & Facilities
                                         x   Property / Permits              Disaster Management




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2024-25 Round 22 Community Project Grant – Equipment

                                                                                                                                                       Recommended
App ID       Applicant Name          Project Title            Project Description                                    Special Conditions
                                                                                                                                                          Funding

                                                              Installation of 10 new raised corrugated metal and
             Noosa Community         Raised Organic Garden
PROJ2209                                                      timber garden beds including filling, irrigation and    Nil                                  $3,500
             Gardens Inc.            Beds
                                                              laying gravel between the beds.

             Tinbeerwah Hall                                  Purchase of 100 lightweight, strong and durable
PROJ2217                             100 x Chairs                                                                    Nil                                  $6,500
             Incorporated                                     chairs.

                                                              Installation of a public address system including
PROJ2228     Federal Memorial Hall   Public Address System                                                           Nil                                  $3,200
                                                              speakers, microphones, amplifiers and Bluetooth
             Inc
                                                              capability.

PROJ2229     Cooroy Chamber of                                                                                       Equipment made available for         $6,200
                                     Seating and Lighting     Purchase of seating, tables and lighting.
             Commerce Inc.                                                                                           use by Council and other groups

                                                              AV equipment, stage curtains, hall furniture,
             Kin Kin Community       Kin Kin School of Arts                                                          Part funding recommended for        $13,407
PROJ2235                                                      crockery, cooking equipment, cooling/heating
             Group Inc.              Hall Upgrade                                                                    chair and stage curtains only
                                                              solutions, and a dishwasher.

PROJ2245     Cooroora United         Ground Maintenance       Purchase of equipment to maintain the playing          Funding for brush cutter and         $1,388
             Football Club           Equipment                fields and around the clubhouse.                        blower only

                                                                                                                    TOTAL RECOMMENDED FUNDING            $34,195




2024-2025 Round 22 Community Project Grants | Noosa Council
November 2024


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ORDINARY MEETING                                                                21 NOVEMBER 2024


12.5 2024-2025 COMMUNITY GRANTS PROGRAM - COMMUNITY PROJECT GRANTS
     (ROUND TWO) - SUMMARY


Author            Community Connections Manager, Alison Hamblin
                  Community Services Department
Index             ECM/Subject/26.17 Community Funding/Grant
Attachments       None


EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The purpose of this report is to provide background information and a summary of the 2024-25
Round 2 Community Project Grants and to recommend the allocation of funding for each category.
These grant recommendations are being presented to Council for its consideration and endorsement
at the November 2024 round of meetings.

Four preceding reports have provided further details for each grant category.

2024-25 Round 2 Community Project Grants
                    Value of Grants
Category
                         Proposed
Events                       $24,900
Equipment                    $34,195
Infrastructure               $98,755
Project/Program              $34,894
TOTAL                       $192,744

RECOMMENDATION
Council note the report by the Community Connection Manager to the Ordinary Meeting dated 21
November 2024 and approve the 2024-25 Round Two Community Project Grants to the total value
of $192,744.



REPORT
Background
Noosa Council's Community Grants program assists in delivering Council’s strategic goals and
objectives. The funding is intended to help community organisations meet community needs, build
community skills and resilience, support community connection and develop and maintain
community infrastructure. The grants program is administered through an equitable and transparent
process whereby funds are awarded to projects which best meet the relevant criteria and represent
value for ratepayer money.

Community Project Grants 2024-25 Round Two
The Community Project Grants 2024-25 Round Two was advertised in local media, e-newsletters
and through community networks.

The round opened on 6 August 2024 and closed on the 17 September 2024.




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Applications were checked for eligibility against the Noosa Council Grants Policy (Community Grants
Policy) and Guidelines. Applications were then reviewed and assessed by staff with a broad range
of skills, knowledge and expertise.

As per the relevant Noosa Council Grant Policies, assessors and moderator panel members
recognised and declared any material or perceived conflicts of interest and did not debate nor were
involved in any discussions on matters relating to that application.

The table below outlines the number of grants that were received, the number of grants
recommended by the assessment panel, the budget and the value recommended by the assessment
panel for 2024-25 Round of the Community Grants Program.

A total of 31 eligible applications were received in this round with a total project delivery value of
$484,723.41. There were 3 ineligible applications.

Community grant projects may include, but are not restricted to:
   •   Events
   Community based festivals or events that bring residents together (beyond the applicant
   organisation’s membership base), including cultural, sports or community festivals.
   •   Projects/Programs
   Projects or programs that respond to a specific opportunity or need within the community.
   Ongoing projects or programs may be funded for a maximum of three times. Previous recipients
   of ongoing projects or programs that have been funded by Council must re-apply each year.
   •   Building Work or Infrastructure
   Building work or infrastructure improvement projects that include new or replacement
   infrastructure or maintenance of existing infrastructure. This may include but is not limited to
   energy efficient lighting, shade sails, storage facilities, new or upgraded amenities, water
   harvesting, fit outs, solar systems etc.
   •   Equipment
   Purchases of equipment that respond to a specific opportunity or need within the community.

Through the assessment process, 20 projects are recommended for funding with a total project
delivery value of $192,744.00.
                                        Grants
                             Grants               24/25 Budget Recommended
                                     Recommended
                            Received                Available   for Funding
                                      for Funding
Community Projects -
                                19             14         $324,780.80     $131,932.18
Round One
Community Projects -
                                31             20         $192,848.62     $192,744.00
Round Two



Link to Corporate Plan

Theme No. 2. - Liveability
Liveability encompasses housing, facilities and services, transport, health and wellbeing to enable
an inclusive, connected and vibrant community.
Objective 2.3 - Nurture arts and culture to enrich the identity and vibrancy of communities, highlight



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ORDINARY MEETING                                                              21 NOVEMBER 2024


local talent, celebrate First Nations culture and encourage creative participation and expression.
Objective 2.5 - Ensure community facilities and services are inclusive, accessible and meet the
evolving needs and interests of residents across the shire.
Objective 2.6 - Facilitate strong, vibrant, inclusive communities where people have a sense of
belonging and are active participants in a rich community life.
Objective 2.7 - Fund and deliver sustainable assets and facilities and associated services
responding to the changing needs of the community and the challenges and opportunities of the
future.
Objective 2.8 - Provide opportunities to enhance the health, wellbeing and safety of our
communities.


Previous Council Consideration
Nil

Finance
Traditionally, two funding rounds for Projects are run and budgeted for each financial year with a
total of $324,780.80 allocated to Community Project Grants in 2024-25.

This is the second of two rounds for the 2024-25 financial year, with $131,932.18 of expenditure
being recommended in the first round and $192,744.00 for the second round, leaving a small balance
of $104.62. For practical purposes, this will exhaust the 2024-25 allocated budget for community
project grants.

Risk & Opportunities
Community groups have the opportunity to leverage Council grant funding from other external grant
sources. All grants go through an acquittal process whereby the applicant reports on the funded
project’s delivery.


Human Rights
Human Rights Compatibility Statement
In developing this Report, the subject matter has been considered in accordance with the
requirements of the Queensland Human Rights Act 2019. It is considered that the subject matter
does not conflict with any human rights and supports a human rights approach to decision making
by Council. Council representatives will endeavour to act and make decisions under this report in a
manner that is compatible with human rights. This report should be read in conjunction with
Council’s Human Rights Policy.

Consultation
External Consultation - Community & Stakeholder
•     Free information sessions and one on one meetings with potential applicants were held across
      the Shire for eligible not for profit community organisation to learn about the Council grants
      program
•     Tourism Noosa
•     State Government, Sport and Recreation Services


Internal Consultation




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ORDINARY MEETING                                                                       21 NOVEMBER 2024


Departments consulted:
     Office of the CEO, Mayor &               Community Services               Corporate Services
             Councillors
 x    Mayor & Councillors               x   Director                        Director
 x    Chief Executive Officer           x   Community Development       x   Financial Services
      Executive Officers                x   Sport & Active Lifestyles       Fleet
      Community Engagement              x   Arts & Culture              x   Revenue Services
      People & Culture                  x   Community Connection            ICT
      Governance                            Customer Experience             Procurement

                                                                            Commercial Property

      Strategy & Environment                Development & Regulation        Infrastructure Services
      Director                              Director                        Director
      Strategic Land Use Planning           Development Assessment          Infrastructure Planning, Design
                                                                            and Delivery
 x    Economic Development          &       Local Laws                      Civil and Asset operations
      Destination Management
      Environmental Services                Environmental Health            Waste
      Innovation & Digital Hub          x   Building & Plumbing         x   Building & Facilities
                                        x   Property / Permits              Disaster Management




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