2019-02-18 GC Agenda Att 1 to Item 8 - Draft Environment Strategy

      Weeds and feral animals continue to pose a threat to Noosa’s biodiversity values and
       agricultural land.
      Climate change, sea level rise and more extreme weather phenomena such as flood,
       erosion and fire will continue to impact local vegetation communities, marine health, the
       built environment, key infrastructure, human health, businesses and agricultural production.
      Litter, wastewater, stormwater and oil/chemical spills may affect waterway health and
       endanger marine animals and plants.
      Loss of productive soils in the rural areas can cause sediment to mobilise and pollute
       waterways while reducing agricultural production.
      Increasing visitor numbers can cause damage to sensitive ecosystems and habitats such
       as dunes, salt marsh and intertidal areas.
      Threatened fauna are subject to a range of natural and human impacts that can further
       cause decline in their populations.
      High population turnover (residents arriving and leaving) requires continuous effort by
       Council, ensuring Noosa’s long term vision is understood and accepted by a changing
       community.




Noosa Shire Environment Strategy                                                           Page 11