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GENERAL COMMITTEE MEETING | 9 JUNE 2026
General Committee Meeting
Minutes
Tuesday, 9 June 2026
10:00am
Council Chambers, 9 Pelican Street, Tewantin
Committee: Crs Brian Stockwell (Chair), Karen Finzel, Amelia Lorentson, Jessica
Phillips, Tom Wegener, Frank Wilkie, Nicola Wilson
“Noosa Shire – different by nature”
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GENERAL COMMITTEE MEETING | 9 JUNE 2026
MINUTES ORDER OF BUSINESS
1 DECLARATION OF OPENING
The meeting was declared open at 10.03am.
2 ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF COUNTRY
Noosa Council respectfully acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the lands and
waters of the Noosa area, the Kabi Kabi people, and pays respect to their Elders, past,
present and emerging.
3 ATTENDANCE & APOLOGIES
COMMITTEE MEMBERS
Cr Brian Stockwell (Chair)
Cr Karen Finzel
Cr Amelia Lorentson
Cr Jessica Phillips
Cr Tom Wegener
Cr Nicola Wilson
EXECUTIVE
Chief Executive Officer Larry Sengstock
Director Community Services Kerri Contini
Acting Director Corporate Services Margaret Gatt
Director Development & Regulation Richard MacGillivray
Director Infrastructure Services Shaun Walsh
APOLOGIES
Cr Frank Wilkie
4 CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES
4.1 GENERAL COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES DATED 12 MAY 2026
Committee Recommendation
Moved: Cr Jessica Phillips
Seconded: Cr Tom Wegener
That the Minutes of the General Committee Meeting held on 12 May 2026 be received
and confirmed.
Carried.
For: Cr Brian Stockwell, Cr Karen Finzel, Cr Amelia Lorentson, Cr
Jessica Phillips, Cr Tom Wegener, Cr Nicola Wilson
Against: None
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5. PRESENTATIONS
Nil.
6. DEPUTATIONS
Nil.
7 REPORTS DIRECT TO GENERAL COMMITTEE
7.1 PEREGIAN BEACH ACTIVE STREET - STAGE 1 PROGRESS UPDATE
AND NEXT STEPS (Deferred from the Ordinary Meeting dated 19 March
2026 - Item 12.2)
The following material was presented to the meeting in relation to this item
2026-06-09 ATTACHMENT 1 to Minutes of General Committee 9.06.2026 -
Peregian Beach Active Street - Further Information
2026-06-09 ATTACHMENT 2 to Minutes of General Committee 9.06.2026 -
Peregian Beach Active Street - Outline of Councillor Involvement
2026-06-09 ATTACHMENT 3
to Minutes of General Committee 9.06.2026 - Peregian Beach Active St - Further
Community Feedback - in accordance with Section 254D (3) of the
LG Regulation 2012 - this is not publicly available as it contains information that is
confidential to the local government.
Motion
Moved: Cr Brian Stockwell
Seconded: Cr Tom Wegener
That Council:
A. Note the report by the Project Officer to the General Committee meeting dated 16
March 2026 regarding the Peregian Beach Active St - Stage 1 project status
including key findings from the community consultation activities and proposed
design amendments;
B. Delegate authority to the CEO to finalise, negotiate and award the construction
contract for the Peregian Beach Active Street – Stage 1 Project, including approval
of all contract variations within the approved project budget, for the purpose of
expediting delivery enabling project completion by the required State and Federal
grant funding timeframes
C. Note that whilst the project is grant funded, financial reconciliation is not finalised,
with additional costs arising from additional community engagement and project
scope changes;
D. Support the development of an “Active Street” and “Coastal Pathway” awareness
and education campaign across the shire to raise awareness of the safety and
active transport benefits associated with Active Streets and the ultimate delivery of
the Noosa Cycling and Walking Strategy and Noosa Transport Strategy;
E. Support the CEO to submit available grant funding applications for Stage 2 of the
Active Street/Coastal Pathway extension to commence design and construction as
soon as practicably possible.
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Procedural Motion
Moved: Cr Jessica Phillips
Seconded: Cr Amelia Lorentson
That the meeting be closed to the public pursuant to section 254J(3)(e) of the Local
Government Regulation 2012 for the purpose of discussing legal advice obtained by
the local government for Item 7.1 Peregian Beach Active Street.
Carried.
For: Cr Brian Stockwell, Cr Karen Finzel, Cr Amelia Lorentson, Cr
Jessica Phillips, Cr Tom Wegener, Cr Nicola Wilson
Against: None
Procedural Motion
Moved: Cr Nicola Wilson
Seconded: Cr Tom Wegener
That the meeting be re-opened to the public.
Carried.
For: Cr Brian Stockwell, Cr Karen Finzel, Cr Amelia Lorentson, Cr
Jessica Phillips, Cr Tom Wegener, Cr Nicola Wilson
Against: None
Amendment No. 1
Moved: Cr Amelia Lorentson
Seconded: Cr Jessica Phillips
That Item B be amended to read:
That any Delegate authority to the CEO to finalise, negotiate and award the
construction contract for the Peregian Beach Active Street – Stage 1 Project, be
brought back to Council for approval and that no contract be awarded until all
outstanding design matters identified in this report have been resolved and brought
back to Council. including approval of all contract variations within the approved
project budget, for the purpose of expediting delivery enabling project completion by
the required State and Federal grant funding timeframes;
Lost.
For: Cr Amelia Lorentson
Against: Cr Brian Stockwell, Cr Karen Finzel, Cr Jessica Phillips, Cr
Tom Wegener, Cr Nicola Wilson
Amendment No. 2
Moved: Cr Amelia Lorentson
Seconded: Cr Jessica Phillips
That B be amended to read:
B. Delegate authority to the CEO to finalise, negotiate and award the construction
contract for the Peregian Beach Active Street – Stage 1 Project, including approval of
all contract variations within the approved project budget, for the purpose of expediting
delivery enabling project completion by the required State and Federal grant funding
timeframes noting that regular updates through the Capital Works Executive process
will be distributed to all Councillors.
Carried.
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For: Cr Brian Stockwell, Cr Karen Finzel, Cr Amelia Lorentson, Cr
Jessica Phillips, Cr Tom Wegener, Cr Nicola Wilson
Against: None
Amendment No. 3
Moved: Cr Jessica Phillips
Seconded: Cr Amelia Lorentson
That Item D be amended to read:
D. Support the development of an “Active Street” and “Coastal Pathway” awareness
and education campaign across the shire. to raise awareness of the safety and active
transport benefits associated with Active Streets and the ultimate delivery of the
Noosa Cycling and Walking Strategy and Noosa Transport Strategy. Any
implementation of the campaign must be subject to formal endorsement by the
Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) and the Queensland Police Service
(QPS), including confirmation that the proposed messaging, signage, and
enforcement approach align with relevant legislation and road safety requirements.
Carried.
For: Cr Brian Stockwell, Cr Karen Finzel, Cr Amelia Lorentson, Cr
Jessica Phillips, Cr Tom Wegener, Cr Nicola Wilson
Against: None
Motion
Moved: Cr Brian Stockwell
Seconded: Cr Tom Wegener
That Council:
A. Note the report by the Project Officer to the General Committee meeting dated 16
March 2026 regarding the Peregian Beach Active St - Stage 1 project status
including key findings from the community consultation activities and proposed
design amendments;
B. Delegate authority to the CEO to finalise, negotiate and award the construction
contract for the Peregian Beach Active Street – Stage 1 Project, including
approval of all contract variations within the approved project budget, for the
purpose of expediting delivery enabling project completion by the required State
and Federal grant funding timeframes noting that regular updates through the
Capital Works Executive process will be distributed to all Councillors.
C. Note that whilst the project is grant funded, financial reconciliation is not finalised,
with additional costs arising from additional community engagement and project
scope changes;
D. Support the development of an “Active Street” and “Coastal Pathway” awareness
and education campaign across the shire. Any implementation of the campaign
must be subject to formal endorsement by the Department of Transport and Main
Roads (TMR) and the Queensland Police Service (QPS), including confirmation
that the proposed messaging, signage, and enforcement approach align with
relevant legislation and road safety requirements.
E. Support the CEO to submit available grant funding applications for Stage 2 of the
Active Street/Coastal Pathway extension to commence design and construction
as soon as practicably possible.
Lost.
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For: Cr Brian Stockwell, Cr Tom Wegener
Against: Cr Karen Finzel, Cr Amelia Lorentson, Cr Jessica Phillips, Cr
Nicola Wilson
Committee Recommendation
Moved: Cr Amelia Lorentson
Seconded: Cr Jessica Phillips
That Council:
A. Note the report by the Project Officer to the General Committee meeting dated 16
March 2026 regarding the Peregian Beach Active St - Stage 1 project status and
determine that the project not proceed in the current form;
B. Direct the CEO to engage with the Southeast Qld Liveability Fund and Active
Transport Fund to determine whether available grant funding can be reallocated
to deliver practical infrastructure improvements in Peregian Beach South or
alternatives, including but not limited to pedestrian footpath connections,
stormwater infrastructures, formalised parking and street planting, consistent with
the priorities expressed by the community throughout the engagement process;
C. Direct the CEO to report back to Council as soon as possible.
Carried.
For: Cr Karen Finzel, Cr Amelia Lorentson, Cr Jessica Phillips, Cr
Nicola Wilson
Against: Cr Brian Stockwell, Cr Tom Wegener
The meeting adjourned at 12.15pm
The meeting resumed at 12.45pm.
7.2 2026-2027 COMMUNITY GRANTS PROGRAM - COMMUNITY PROJECT
AND SIGNATURE COMMUNITY EVENT GRANTS - SUMMARY
Committee Recommendation
Moved: Cr Tom Wegener
Seconded: Cr Amelia Lorentson
That Council:
A. Note the report by the Community Connection Manager to the General Committee
Meeting dated 9 June 2026 outlining the summary of the 2026-27 Community
Project Grants, out-of-round Three Year Signature Community Event Grants; and
B. Approve the allocation of the remaining 2026/27 Community Project Grants
budget to Quick Response grants and emergent grant requirements that may
arise throughout the year, subject to sufficient funds being allocated in Council’s
adopted 2026/27 Community Grants Program budget.
Carried.
For: Cr Brian Stockwell, Cr Karen Finzel, Cr Amelia Lorentson, Cr
Jessica Phillips, Cr Tom Wegener, Cr Nicola Wilson
Against: None
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7.3 2026-2027 COMMUNITY PROJECT GRANTS PROGRAM – PROJECTS
Committee Recommendation
Moved: Cr Karen Finzel
Seconded: Cr Jessica Phillips
That Council
A. Note the report by the Community Connection Manager to the General
Committee Meeting dated 9 June 2026; and
B. Approve the 2026-27 Community Project Grants Program - Projects as outlined
in Attachment 1, subject to sufficient funds totalling $61,916.10 being allocated in
Council's adopted 2026-27 Community Grants Program budget.
Carried.
For: Cr Brian Stockwell, Cr Karen Finzel, Cr Amelia Lorentson, Cr
Jessica Phillips, Cr Tom Wegener, Cr Nicola Wilson
Against: None
7.4 2026-2027 COMMUNITY PROJECT GRANTS PROGRAM - FACILITY
DEVELOPMENT
Cr Nicola Wilson
"In accordance with Chapter 5B of the Local Government Act 2009 - I inform the
meeting that I have a prescribed conflict of interest in relation to Item 7.4 - 2026-2027
COMMUNITY GRANTS PROGRAM - COMMUNITY PROJECT GRANTS (FACILITY
DEVELOPMENT) as Noosa Arts Theatre have been recommended as a recipient of a
facility development grant. I am the senior Vice President of Noosa Arts Theatre. As a
result of my conflict of interest, I will now leave the meeting room while the matter is
considered and voted on."
Cr Nicola Wilson left the meeting.
Cr Brian Stockwell
"In accordance with Chapter 5B of the Local Government Act 2009 - I inform the
meeting that I have a prescribed conflict of interest in relation to Item 7.4 - 2026-2027
COMMUNITY GRANTS PROGRAM - COMMUNITY PROJECT GRANTS (FACILITY
DEVELOPMENT) on this agenda, as I am the current President of the Noosa Lions
Football Club who are recommended for funding. As a result of my conflict of interest,
I will now leave the meeting room while the matter is considered and voted on."
Cr Brian Stockwell left the meeting.
Committee Resolution
Moved: Cr Tom Wegener
Seconded: Cr Amelia Lorentson
That Cr Phillips appointed as Acting Chairperson of the meeting due to the conflict of
interest declaration by Cr Stockwell.
Carried.
For: Cr Karen Finzel, Cr Amelia Lorentson, Cr Jessica Phillips, Cr
Tom Wegener
Against: None
Cr Brian Stockwell and Cr Nicola Wilson having declared conflicts of interest were
ineligible to vote.
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Committee Recommendation
Moved: Cr Amelia Lorentson
Seconded: Cr Jessica Phillips
That Council
A. Note the report by the Community Connection Manager to the General Committee
Meeting dated 9 June 2026; and
B. Approve the 2026-27 Community Project Grants Program - Facility Development
as outlined in Attachment 1, subject to sufficient funds totalling $147,296.32 being
allocated in Council's adopted 2026-27 Community Grants Program budget.
Carried.
For: Cr Karen Finzel, Cr Amelia Lorentson, Cr Jessica Phillips, Cr
Tom Wegener
Against: None
Cr Brian Stockwell and Cr Nicola Wilson having declared conflicts of interest were
ineligible to vote.
Cr Brian Stockwell and Cr Nicola Wilson returned to the meeting.
Cr Brian Stockwell resumed the Chair.
7.5 2026-2027 COMMUNITY PROJECT GRANTS PROGRAM - EQUIPMENT
Committee Recommendation
Moved: Cr Karen Finzel
Seconded: Cr Tom Wegener
That Council
A. Note the report by the Community Connection Manager to the General
Committee Meeting dated 9 June 2026; and
B. Approve the 2026-2027 Community Project Grants Program - Equipment as
outlined in Attachment 1, subject to sufficient funds totalling $16,754.40 being
allocated in Council’s adopted 2026/27 Community Grants Program budget.
Carried.
For: Cr Brian Stockwell, Cr Karen Finzel, Cr Amelia Lorentson, Cr
Jessica Phillips, Cr Tom Wegener, Cr Nicola Wilson
Against: None
7.6 2026-2027 COMMUNITY PROJECT GRANTS PROGRAM - EVENTS
Committee Recommendation
Moved: Cr Amelia Lorentson
Seconded: Cr Nicola Wilson
That Council
A. Note the report by the Community Connection Manager to the General Committee
Meeting dated 9 June 2026; and
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B. Approve the 2026-27 Community Project Grants Program - Events as outlined in
Attachment 1, subject to sufficient funds totalling $32,500 being allocated in
Council's adopted 2026-27 Community Grants Program budget.
Carried.
For: Cr Brian Stockwell, Cr Karen Finzel, Cr Amelia Lorentson, Cr
Jessica Phillips, Cr Tom Wegener, Cr Nicola Wilson
Against: None
7.7 2026-2027 COMMUNITY GRANTS PROGRAM - THREE-YEAR SIGNATURE
COMMUNITY EVENT GRANTS
Committee Recommendation
Moved: Cr Karen Finzel
Seconded: Cr Jessica Phillips
That Council
A. Note the report by the Community Connection Manager to the General Committee
Meeting dated 9 June 2026; and
B. Approve the out-of-round 2026-27 Three-Year Signature Community Event
Grants as outlined in Attachment 1, subject to sufficient funds totalling $27,000
being allocated in the adopted 2026-27 Council budget.
Carried.
For: Cr Brian Stockwell, Cr Karen Finzel, Cr Amelia Lorentson, Cr
Jessica Phillips, Cr Tom Wegener, Cr Nicola Wilson
Against: None
7.8 LEGACY PLOT RESERVATION MANAGEMENT POLICY
The Chair disallowed a question from Cr Lorentson.
Procedural Motion
Moved: Cr Amelia Lorentson
Seconded: Cr Jessica Phillips
That the Chairperson's ruling be dissented from.
Lost.
For: Cr Amelia Lorentson, Cr Jessica Phillips
Cr Brian Stockwell, Cr Karen Finzel, Cr Tom Wegener, Cr
Against:
Nicola Wilson
Committee Recommendation
Moved: Cr Karen Finzel
Seconded: Cr Nicola Wilson
That Council
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A. Note the report by the Community Connection Manager to the General Committee
dated 9 June 2026 regarding unused cemetery plots (burial and ash interment
sites) reserved 25 years or more ago at the Tewantin, Cooroy and Pomona
cemeteries;
B. Adopt the Legacy Plot Reservation Management Policy, as provided in
Attachment 1 to the report; and
C. Authorise the Chief Executive Officer to implement the Policy, including the
development of supporting procedures, notification processes and record keeping
requirements.
Carried.
For: Cr Brian Stockwell, Cr Karen Finzel, Cr Amelia Lorentson, Cr
Jessica Phillips, Cr Tom Wegener, Cr Nicola Wilson
Against: None
7.9 "SPORT4ALL" ACCESS AND INCLUSION PROGRAM - OUTCOMES AND
LEARNINGS
Motion
Moved: Cr Brian Stockwell
Seconded: Cr Nicola Wilson
That Council
A. Note the report by the Inclusion Coach to the General Committee dated 9 June
2026 regarding the outcomes of Noosa Council’s Sport4All Access and Inclusion
Program;
B. Subject to future funding availability, consider establishing an ongoing,
organisation-wide Access and Inclusion function to strengthen inclusive practices
across planning, infrastructure, services and programs, and support community
organisations to sustain and expand participation pathways; and
C. Subject to future funding availability, develop a whole-of-Council Access and
Inclusion Framework to embed inclusive principles and guide priorities.
Amendment
Moved: Cr Amelia Lorentson
Seconded: Nil
That D be added to read
D. Request the inclusion of funding for a permanent Inclusion Officer role in the future
2026/2027 budget having regard to the demonstrated return on investment delivered
through the Sports for All program and the ongoing and growing access and inclusion
needs of the Noosa community.
The amendment lapsed for want of a seconder.
Committee Recommendation
Moved: Cr Brian Stockwell
Seconded: Cr Nicola Wilson
That Council
A. Note the report by the Inclusion Coach to the General Committee dated 9 June
2026 regarding the outcomes of Noosa Council’s Sport4All Access and Inclusion
Program;
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B. Subject to future funding availability, consider establishing an ongoing,
organisation-wide Access and Inclusion function to strengthen inclusive practices
across planning, infrastructure, services and programs, and support community
organisations to sustain and expand participation pathways; and
C. Subject to future funding availability, develop a whole-of-Council Access and
Inclusion Framework to embed inclusive principles and guide priorities.
Carried.
For: Cr Brian Stockwell, Cr Karen Finzel, Cr Jessica Phillips, Cr
Tom Wegener, Cr Nicola Wilson
Against: Cr Amelia Lorentson
7.10 2026-2027 FEES AND CHARGES
Committee Recommendation
Moved: Cr Brian Stockwell
Seconded: Cr Jessica Phillips
That General Committee Agenda Item 7.10 2026-2027 Fees and Charges be referred
to the Ordinary Meeting for a further report.
Carried.
For: Cr Brian Stockwell, Cr Karen Finzel, Cr Amelia Lorentson, Cr
Jessica Phillips, Cr Tom Wegener, Cr Nicola Wilson
Against: None
7.11 NOOSA BOTANIC GARDENS MASTERPLAN
Committee Recommendation
Moved: Cr Karen Finzel
Seconded: Cr Tom Wegener
That Council
A. Note the report by the Parks and Streetscapes Coordinator to the General
Committee dated 9 June 2026 outlining the Phase 2 Engagement summary and
the finalised draft Masterplan for the Noosa Botanic Gardens;
B. Note the Masterplan's proposed use to inform ongoing future operational and
capital works program budgets including sourcing funding from external grants;
and
C. Approve the finalised Masterplan for the Noosa Botanic Gardens provided at
Attachment 1.
Carried.
For: Cr Brian Stockwell, Cr Karen Finzel, Cr Amelia Lorentson, Cr
Jessica Phillips, Cr Tom Wegener, Cr Nicola Wilson
Against: None
The meeting adjourned at 1.58pm.
The meeting resumed at 2.06pm.
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7.12 FURTHER REPORT - TOURISM NOOSA FUNDING AND PERFORMANCE
DEED 2026–2029
Motion
Moved: Cr Nicola Wilson
Seconded: Cr Tom Wegener
That Council
A. Note the report by the Chief Executive Officer to the General Committee dated 13
April 2026 and this Further Report to the General Committee dated 9 June
2026 regarding the Tourism Noosa Funding and Performance Deed 2026–2029;
B. Note that, in response to Council’s resolution of 16 April 2026, the Deed Schedules
have been revised to:
i. Separate Agreed Obligations and Deliverables (Schedule 1) from
performance measures;
ii. Introduce a Balanced Scorecard framework of KPIs in Schedule 2; and
iii. Simplify the performance-based funding adjustment model in Schedule 3;
C. Approve the revised Tourism Noosa Funding and Performance Deed 2026–2029
with Tourism Noosa Ltd for a term of three (3) years, commencing 1 July 2026 and
ending 30 June 2029, for funding of $2,000,000 per annum (ex GST), with CPI
indexation applied from the second year of the Term, capped at a maximum of
3.5% per annum, subject to the terms and conditions of the Deed as provided at
Attachment 1;
D. Note that funding will be paid in three instalments, with the second instalment
subject to a performance-based adjustment of up to $350,000, based on Council’s
assessment of performance against the Schedule 2 KPIs using the scoring
methodology set out in Schedule 3;
E. Note that failure to deliver Schedule 1 Agreed Obligations may constitute a breach
of the Deed and is managed through the Deed’s compliance and governance
provisions, separate from the performance adjustment framework;
F. Authorise the Chief Executive Officer to:
i. Finalise and execute the Tourism Noosa Funding and Performance Deed
2026–2029, including any minor or administrative amendments required;
and
ii. Administer the Deed in accordance with its terms.
Amendment No. 1
Moved: Cr Amelia Lorentson
Seconded: Cr Jessica Phillips
That Item C i. be added to read:
i. Request the CEO prepare and publish a Destination Management Roles and
Responsibilities Framework clearly defining the respective accountabilities of Council,
Tourism Noosa and relevant agencies and that Tourism Noosa's Deed obligations and
KPIs be reviewed against that Framework.
Lost.
For: Cr Amelia Lorentson, Cr Jessica Phillips
Against: Cr Brian Stockwell, Cr Karen Finzel, Cr Tom Wegener, Cr
Nicola Wilson
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Amendment No. 2
Moved: Cr Amelia Lorentson
Seconded: Cr Jessica Phillips
That Item C i. be added to read:
i. Amend the Deed to require Tourism Noosa deliver a Peak Demand Management
Plan to Council by 31 December 2026, identifying high-pressure locations and periods,
specifying actions within Tourism Noosa's direct control to manage visitor demand,
distinguishing Tourism Noosa's actions from those requiring Council or other
agencies, with annual progress reporting.
Lost.
For: Cr Amelia Lorentson
Against: Cr Brian Stockwell, Cr Karen Finzel, Cr Jessica Phillips, Cr
Tom Wegener, Cr Nicola Wilson
Amendment No. 3
Moved: Cr Amelia Lorentson
Seconded: Cr Jessica Phillips
That Item C i. be added to read:
i. Amend Schedule 2 to include the following auditable marketing KPIs, verified
annually through Tourism Noosa's advertising platform records be provided to Council
as part of the Annual Outcome Report:
No paid advertising targeting residents within 150 kilometres of Noosa.
A measurable annual reduction in marketing activity directed at day-trip
catchments.
Lost.
For: Cr Amelia Lorentson
Against: Cr Brian Stockwell, Cr Karen Finzel, Cr Jessica Phillips, Cr
Tom Wegener, Cr Nicola Wilson
Committee Recommendation
Moved: Cr Nicola Wilson
Seconded: Cr Tom Wegener
That Council
A. Note the report by the Chief Executive Officer to the General Committee dated 13
April 2026 and this Further Report to the General Committee dated 9 June 2026
regarding the Tourism Noosa Funding and Performance Deed 2026–2029;
B. Note that, in response to Council’s resolution of 16 April 2026, the Deed
Schedules have been revised to:
i. Separate Agreed Obligations and Deliverables (Schedule 1) from
performance measures;
ii. Introduce a Balanced Scorecard framework of KPIs in Schedule 2; and
iii. Simplify the performance-based funding adjustment model in Schedule 3;
C. Approve the revised Tourism Noosa Funding and Performance Deed 2026–2029
with Tourism Noosa Ltd for a term of three (3) years, commencing 1 July 2026
and ending 30 June 2029, for funding of $2,000,000 per annum (ex GST), with
CPI indexation applied from the second year of the Term, capped at a maximum
of 3.5% per annum, subject to the terms and conditions of the Deed as provided
at Attachment 1;
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D. Note that funding will be paid in three instalments, with the second instalment
subject to a performance-based adjustment of up to $350,000, based on Council’s
assessment of performance against the Schedule 2 KPIs using the scoring
methodology set out in Schedule 3;
E. Note that failure to deliver Schedule 1 Agreed Obligations may constitute a breach
of the Deed and is managed through the Deed’s compliance and governance
provisions, separate from the performance adjustment framework;
F. Authorise the Chief Executive Officer to:
i. Finalise and execute the Tourism Noosa Funding and Performance Deed
2026–2029, including any minor or administrative amendments required;
and
ii. Administer the Deed in accordance with its terms.
Carried on the casting vote of the Chair.
For: Cr Brian Stockwell, Cr Tom Wegener, Cr Nicola Wilson
Against: Cr Karen Finzel, Cr Amelia Lorentson, Cr Jessica Phillips
7.13 NOOSA BIOSECURITY PLAN 2026-2031
Committee Recommendation
Moved: Cr Karen Finzel
Seconded: Cr Nicola Wilson
That Council:
A. Note the report by the Coordinator Biosecurity to the General Committee dated 9
June 2026 for the Draft Noosa Biosecurity Plan 2026–2031;
B. Approve the Draft Noosa Biosecurity Plan 2026–2031 provided at Attachment 2,
for the purposes of community engagement;
C. Authorise the Chief Executive Officer to undertake community consultation on the
Draft Noosa Biosecurity Plan 2026–2031 in accordance with Council’s
Community Engagement Plan provided at Attachment 3; and
D. Note that a further report will be presented to Council following completion of the
community engagement process, including a summary of submissions and any
proposed amendments to the Draft Noosa Biosecurity Plan 2026–2031.
Carried.
For: Cr Brian Stockwell, Cr Karen Finzel, Cr Amelia Lorentson, Cr
Jessica Phillips, Cr Tom Wegener, Cr Nicola Wilson
Against: None
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7.14 ENVIRONMENT & CLIMATE CHANGE RESPONSE GRANTS -
ENVIRONMENT PROJECT GRANTS (ROUND 21), CLIMATE CHANGE
RESPONSE GRANTS (ROUND 6)
Cr Brian Stockwell
"In accordance with Chapter 5B of the Local Government Act 2009 I inform the meeting
that I have a declarable conflict of interest in this matter Item 7.14 - ENVIRONMENT
& CLIMATE CHANGE RESPONSE GRANTS - ENVIRONMENT PROJECT GRANTS
(ROUND 21), CLIMATE CHANGE RESPONSE GRANTS (ROUND 6) on this agenda
as I am the current President of the Noosa Lions Football Club who submitted a grant
application for a Climate Change Response Grant. Although I have a declarable
conflict of interest, I do not believe a reasonable person could have a perception of
bias because the application submitted was unsuccessful and is not discussed in the
report. I 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. After discussion
and based on the CEO's advice I will leave the meeting room."
Cr Brian Stockwell left the meeting.
Committee Recommendation
Moved: Cr Amelia Lorentson
Seconded: Cr Karen Finzel
That Cr Wegener be appointed as Acting Chairperson of the meeting for this item
given the conflict of interest declaration by Cr Stockwell.
Carried.
For: Cr Karen Finzel, Cr Amelia Lorentson, Cr Jessica Phillips, Cr
Tom Wegener, Cr Nicola Wilson
Against: None
Cr Brian Stockwell having declared a conflict of interest was ineligible to vote.
Committee Recommendation
Moved: Cr Jessica Phillips
Seconded: Cr Nicola Wilson
That General Committee Agenda Item 7.14 be referred to the Ordinary Meeting dated
18 June 2026 for 2 x further reports - separating the Environment Project Grants &
Climate Change Response Grants.
Carried.
For: Cr Karen Finzel, Cr Amelia Lorentson, Cr Jessica Phillips, Cr
Tom Wegener, Cr Nicola Wilson
Against: None
Cr Brian Stockwell having declared a conflict of interest was ineligible to vote.
Cr Brian Stockwell returned to the meeting and resumed the Chair.
7.15 PLANNING APPLICATIONS DECIDED BY DELEGATED AUTHORITY –
APRIL 2026
Committee Recommendation
Moved: Cr Tom Wegener
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Seconded: Cr Jessica Phillips
That Council note the report by the Development Assessment Manager to the
General Committee Meeting dated 9 June 2026 regarding applications that have been
decided by delegated authority for April 2026 as provided at Attachment 1 to the
Report.
Carried.
For: Cr Brian Stockwell, Cr Karen Finzel, Cr Amelia Lorentson, Cr
Jessica Phillips, Cr Tom Wegener, Cr Nicola Wilson
Against: None
8 CLOSED SESSION
8.1 PROPOSED LAND
RATIONALISATION - LANYANA WAY LOT 2 ON RP889596 AND NOOSA
DRIVE LOT ON RP884396
CLOSURE OF THE MEETING TO THE PUBLIC
Procedural motion
Moved: Cr Nicola Wilson
Seconded: Cr Karen Finzel
That the meeting be closed to the public pursuant to section 254J(3)(g) of the Local
Government Regulation 2012 for the purpose of discussing a commercial matter
proposed to be made by Council and in particular, the potential commercial
negotiations in relation to Item 8.1 PROPOSED LAND RATIONALISATION -
LANYANA WAY LOT 2 ON RP889596 AND NOOSA DRIVE LOT ON RP884396.
Carried.
For: Cr Brian Stockwell, Cr Karen Finzel, Cr Amelia Lorentson, Cr
Jessica Phillips, Cr Tom Wegener, Cr Nicola Wilson
Against: None
REOPENING OF THE MEETING TO THE PUBLIC
Procedural Motion
Moved: Cr Tom Wegener
Seconded: Cr Jessica Phillips
That the meeting be re-opened to the public.
Carried.
For: Cr Brian Stockwell, Cr Karen Finzel, Cr Amelia Lorentson, Cr
Jessica Phillips, Cr Tom Wegener, Cr Nicola Wilson
Against: None
Committee Recommendation
Moved: Cr Brian Stockwell
Seconded: Cr Amelia Lorentson
That Council note the report from the Acting Property Manager to General Committee
meeting dated 9 June 2026; and
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A. Authorise the Chief Executive Officer to provide landowner’s consent, if required,
to enable lodgement of any future development application involving Council-
owned land affected by the proposed Land Rationalisation Process;
B. Note that the provision of landowner’s consent and the actions authorised under
this resolution:
do not constitute approval of any development application;
do not bind or fetter Council in its role as assessment manager;
do not commit Council to completing the land exchange; and
do not authorise any works on, or transfer of, Council land prior to completion
of all required approvals, agreements and settlement conditions.
C. Note that the proposed Land Rationalisation Process:
is intended to facilitate land tenure outcomes that support implementation of
the Noosa Junction Framework and Character Plan;
supports opportunities for future housing outcomes consistent with Council’s
Housing Strategy and broader planning objectives;
will result in no net loss of existing public parking;
is intended to improve future access arrangements associated with the
planned public road connection; and
supports increased public realm and green space outcomes within the
precinct.
D. Agree to facilitate a land tenure rationalisation process involving:
Council-owned land located at Lot 2 on RP889596, Noosa Heads, including
a 363m² portion of the existing driveway; and
adjoining land located at 99 Noosa Drive, Noosa Heads,
Through a market value land exchange whereby:
a 363m² portion of the existing driveway within Lot 2 on RP889596 is
transferred to the adjoining landowner for amalgamation into the adjoining
land; and
part of the adjoining land is transferred to Council.
E. Pursuant to section 236(2) of the Local Government Regulation 2012, resolve that
the proposed disposal of part of Lot 2 on RP889596 proceed other than by tender
or auction in reliance on the exception under section 236(1)(c)(v) of the
Regulation, on the basis that:
the consideration comprises land exchanged for land;
the disposal is in the public interest; and
the transaction is otherwise consistent with sound contracting principles.
F. Authorise the Chief Executive Officer to undertake all actions necessary to
implement the Land Rationalisation Process, including:
negotiating and entering into agreements;
preparing and lodging survey plans;
finalising Infrastructure Agreements;
securing easements, access arrangements and road dedications;
facilitating title and tenure arrangements; and
completing the transfer of land interests.
G. Note that all costs associated with the Land Rationalisation Process, including
legal, valuation, surveying, lodgement and stamp duty costs, will be funded by the
proponent.
H. Note that any future development application affecting the subject land:
will be assessed independently under the Planning Act 2016 by the relevant
assessment manager; and
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remains separate from the Land Rationalisation Process.
Carried.
For: Cr Brian Stockwell, Cr Karen Finzel, Cr Amelia Lorentson, Cr
Jessica Phillips, Cr Tom Wegener, Cr Nicola Wilson
Against: None
9 MEETING CLOSURE
The meeting closed at 4.38pm.
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