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Minutes Ordinary Meeting 17 Arpil 2025
MINUTES
Ordinary Meeting
Thursday, 17 April 2025
10:00 AM
Council Chambers, 9 Pelican Street, Tewantin
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 MINUTES 17 APRIL 2025
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
COUNCILLORS
Cr Frank Wilkie (Chair)
Cr Karen Finzel
Cr Jessica Phillips
Cr Amelia Lorentson
Cr Brian Stockwell
Cr Tom Wegener
Cr Nicola Wilson
EXECUTIVE
Chief Executive Officer Larry Sengstock
Acting Director Community Services Brad Chalmers
Acting Director Corporate Services Scott Ison
Director Development & Regulation Richard MacGillivray
Director Strategy and Environment Kim Rawlings
APOLOGIES
Nil.
4. CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES
Council Resolution
Moved: Cr Karen Finzel
Seconded: Cr Amelia Lorentson
The Minutes of the Ordinary Meeting held on 20 March 2025 be received and
confirmed.
Carried unanimously.
5. PETITIONS
Nil.
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6. PRESENTATIONS
Nil.
7. DEPUTATIONS
Nil.
8. PUBLIC QUESTION TIME
8.1. BRIAN O'CONNOR
QUESTION 1
As stated in 2018, so seven years ago, and reaffirmed at least twice since, is
Noosa Council still committed to a Pomona Showgrounds Masterplan?
Response provided by Brad Chalmers, Acting Director Community Services
Thank-you Mr O‘Connor for your question and ongoing interest in the Pomona
showgrounds.
As a follow up to your public question in 2023, Pomona Showgrounds are freehold
land, owned by Noosa Agricultural, Horticultural and Industrial Society, also known
as Noosa Show Society. As freehold land, it is therefore up to the owner, Noosa
Show Society, as to, if or when, a master plan is developed. To that point, council
staff have met with members of the show society committee on the 11th March
2025. At this meeting the Show Society indicated a desire to undertake a master
planning process and staff will now look to assist them on the commencement and
development of a plan.
QUESTION 2
If the answer to Question 1 is in the affirmative, why the delay and how will the
commitment manifest itself, and against what timeframe?
Response provided by Brad Chalmers, Acting Director Community Services
Thank-you for your additional question.
Noosa Show Society is an independent community organisation with its own
priorities. We are happy to discuss a potential master plan with the Show Society
and provide support in the development of this plan, commencing over the next 12
months. Council has funding available to assist organisations to undertake
planning processes like this and would work collaboratively with the Show Society
on an important project such as this.
8.2. DEBRA WALZ
QUESTION 1
In light of the announcement by RSPCA Qld to close the Noosa RSPCA Shelter
at Hollett Road, Doonan, what arrangements has Council undertaken to
accommodate and manage potential surrendered and/or abused dogs or stray
dogs in the Noosa Shire, including any ongoing intentions to operate a pound
facility?
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Response provided by Richard MacGillivray, Director Developmnent &
Regulation
Council is currently working through alternative arrangements for pound
management services in light of the recent decision by the RSPCA to not renew
its contract with Council. We are committed to working closely with the RSPCA to
ensure a smooth transition and we anticipate that there will be minimal to no impact
on the service during this period. We look forward to announcing new
arrangements for the management of lost and impounded animals in the very near
future.
QUESTION 2
Once Council regains the premises at Hollett Road, Doonan, what is Council's
intention for the use of this land, the buildings and facilities and how has Council
considered securing these premises.
Response provided by Richard MacGillivray, Director Developmnent &
Regulation
Until Council has finalised its new pound arrangements, it’s too early to say how
the site may be used in the future. However, any proposed new use of the site
would need to be assessed against Council’s Strategic Land Activation Policy to
ensure it supports Council’s strategic goals and benefits the local community.
8.3. TREVOR WALZ
QUESTION 1
In light of the current need for people to foster dogs and the potential increase in
need, due to the imminent closure of the Noosa RSPCA, would Council consider
allowing residents to have up to three dogs on their property provided they have
evidence from RSPCA Qld that one or more of those dogs is in temporary foster
care?
Response provided by Richard MacGillivray, Director Developmnent &
Regulation
Residents can apply to Council to keep more than the prescribed number of
animals through an Additional Animal Permit. The number of animals permitted
per property will be assessed on criteria such as the size and location of the
property and the type of animals being kept. There is a small fee for each
application which is listed in Council’s fees and charges schedule
QUESTION 2
In the last financial year the expenditure on animal control was $837,331 which
included all staff and activity costs. Can Council provide a break down of income
and expenditure for last financial year, including all funding related to animal
control in the Noosa Shire?
Response provided by Richard MacGillivray, Director Developmnent &
RegulationIn the 2023-24 financial year the expenditure for animal control was
$837,331.13. The components of this expenditure include related employee
costs and internal charges, material and services incorporating items such as
doggie bags and pound management fees, and depreciation. The revenue
generated for the same period, primarily relating to fees and charges and other
relevant revenue (i.e. infringements) was $520,296.99.
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8.4. PAT SPICER
QUESTION 1
What is the council’s plan if the remediation of 62 Lake Macdonald Cooroy exceeds
the sum generally outlined in the report 16 May, 2024?
Response provided by Kim Rawlings, Director Strategy & Environment
While appreciating there are complexities in remediation, Council has assessed
the site at 62 Lake Macdonald Dr Cooroy thoroughly to estimate remediation costs
as accurately as possible prior to works commencing. This includes remediation
techniques, estimated soil depth and areas to be remediated identified in the
Remediation Action Plan as provided by the qualified consultant. From this, the
soil quantities required to be removed from site have been estimated. Supervisory,
operational and transport costs for this work have been assessed and re-
checked. In preparing for this work, project contingency costs have been
included. Project tender responses, when received, will further inform the final
estimated project cost and the final decision regarding the next steps with the
project.
QUESTION 2
In relation to 62 Lake Macdonald Drive, Cooroy, what grant funding options are
available to Noosa Shire Council for open space, true full community use,
landscape and amenity rather than tied to investigation for housing or
infrastructure for housing?
Response provided by Kim Rawlings, Director Strategy & Environment
At present, Council is focused on delivering the remediation and subdivision works
for the existing project for which federal and state grant opportunities do exist for
projects that enable housing. This may allow the remediation cost to be partially-
funded by grant funding. Future use of proposed lots 2 & 3 have not been fully
considered at this point and, as per the Council resolution of 23 January 2025, any
future plans will involve community consultation. Grants come up from time to time
across a range of areas that enable projects to be implemented with the assistance
of grant funding. Council keeps abreast of these grant programs as they arise.
These are often subject to particular eligibility requirements and time frames and
can often change when governments change. We are unaware of any eligible
grant programs available at the moment for the uses outlined in the question,
however we will continue to pursue any that are relevant.
8.5. RHEA DEN BRAASEM
QUESTION 1
Why was Coast2Bay chosen, through a process that lacked transparency, to be
the recipient of Lot 1 of the proposed subdivision of 62 Lake Macdonald Drive,
Cooroy?
Response provided by Kim Rawlings, Director Strategy & Environment
Coast2Bay (C2B) is a well-regarded local Tier 1 Community Housing
Provider. C2B have been active in the Noosa Community for many years. In the
development of the Noosa Housing Strategy, community-wide consultation
occurred, including in Cooroy. A range of local stakeholders were invited in 2022
to form a Housing Stakeholder Reference Group to assist Council with social and
affordable housing solutions in Noosa. Coast2Bay has been a member of the
Housing Stakeholder Reference Group since it was established in 2022. A
Memorandum of Understanding between Coast2Bay and Noosa Council was
executed in 2022. It was from this long-standing relationship that the opportunity
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to progress housing on this site was instigated. This site was identified to be
investigated for housing in the widely publicised Noosa Housing Strategy 2022. At
its ordinary meeting of 16 May 2024 Council approved the disposal of Lot 1 under
section 236 of the Local Government Regulation 2012. Proposed Lot 1 is being
sold at market value. This decision does not prevent Council from dealing with
other community housing organisations for other much-needed housing solutions
that may arise in Noosa LGA.
QUESTION 2
Once the land, Lot 1 at 62 Lake Macdonald Drive Cooroy, is sold to Coast2Bay, it
is unbelievable that the land can remain zoned Community Facilities as it no longer
belongs to the community so what exactly is the Material Change of Use
application that Coast2Bay has to submit as part of the initial DA?
Response provided by Kim Rawlings, Director Strategy & Environment
Community Facilities Zone is defined under the State Queensland Planning
Regulation 2017, the purpose of the community facilities zone is to provide
fordash;
(a) community-related uses, activities and facilities, whether publicly or privately
owned, including, for exampledash;
(i) educational establishments; and
(ii) hospitals; and
(iii) transport and telecommunication networks; and
(iv) utility installations; and
(b) residential uses, if all of the dwellings for the residential use, other than
caretaker’s accommodation, aredash;
(i) an affordable housing component; and
(ii) either on landdash;
(A) associated with a community activity comprised of a community care
centre, a place of worship or a residential care facility; or
(B) owned, controlled or managed by an entity that carries out a community
activity comprised of a community care centre, a place of worship or a
residential care facility.
For example Residential aged care such as Kabara is included in the Community
Facilities Zone. Palm Lakes Retirement Resort is included in the Community
Facilities Zone. These properties are privately owned and accommodate people’s
homes. The community facilities zone relates to what land use can occur on the
land rather than who owns the land or who it belongs too. It can apply to both
public and private land.
An impact assessable MCU application for housing is required for the C2B
proposal which means the development application is publicly notified and is
required to be assessed against the Noosa Plan.
9. MAYORAL MINUTES
Nil.
10. NOTIFIED MOTIONS
Nil.
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11. CONSIDERATION OF COMMITTEE REPORTS
11.1. PLANNING & ENVIRONMENT COMMITTEE REPORT - 8 APRIL 2025
ATTENDANCE & APOLOGIES
COMMITTEE MEMBERS
Cr Amelia Lorentson (Chair)
Cr Brian Stockwell
Cr Frank Wilkie
NON COMMITTEE MEMBERS
Cr Karen Finzel (via Microsoft Teams)
EXECUTIVE
Director Development & Regulation Richard MacGillivray
APOLOGIES
Cr Tom Wegener
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATIONS TO COUNCIL
7.1. MCU24/0151 DEVELOPMENT APPLICATION FOR MATERIAL CHANGE
OF USE FOR OUTDOOR SPORT & RECREATION (ROWING CLUB) AT LAKE
MACDONALD DRIVE, LAKE MACDONALD
In accordance with Chapter 5B of the Local Government Act 2009, Cr Stockwell
provided the following declaration to the meeting of a declarable conflict of interest
in this matter:
I, Cr Stockwell, inform the meeting that I have a declarable conflict of interest in
this matter due to my previous work in Lake Macdonald for Seqwater. In 2019 as
part of a broader consultancy project that I completed as a sole trader I undertook
Land Asset Classification of the land owned by Seqwater around the Lake
Macdonald Dam. This work was at a strategic level and assessed the parcel in
question as part of the broader evaluation. The project produced land capability
and suitability assessments for various land uses, including for recreational
pursuits such as that proposed in the application. In 2020 as part of a broader
consultancy project I also undertook a further assessment evaluating the suitability
of the land around Lake Macdonald for a solar farm. Although I have a declarable
conflict of interest, I do not believe a reasonable person could have a perception
of bias because I have had no dealings with Seqwater in a private consultant
capacity since that time. 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 Planning & Environment Committee Agenda Item 7.1 be referred to the
General Committee for further consideration.
8.1 PLANNING APPLICATIONS DECIDED BY DELEGATED AUTHORITY -
FEBRUARY 2025
That Council note the report by the Acting Development Assessment Manager to
the Planning & Environment Committee Meeting 8 April 2025 regarding
applications that have been decided by delegated authority for February 2025 as
per Attachment 1 to the Report.
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9.1 PLANNING &
ENVIRONMENT COURT APPEAL NO. 1998 OF 2024 – APPLICATION FOR
MATERIAL CHANGE OF USE FOR A CHILDCARE CENTRE AT NOOSA CIVIC,
28 EENIE CREEK ROAD, NOOSAVILLE
That Council note the report by the Manager Development Assessment to the
Planning and Environment Committee Meeting dated 8 April 2025 regarding
Planning & Environment Court Appeal 1998 of 2024 and:
A. Delegate to the CEO the power to attend to all matters relating to its resolution.
Council Resolution
Moved: Cr Brian Stockwell
Seconded: Cr Tom Wegener
That the report of the Planning and Environment Committee meeting dated 8
APRIL 2025 be received and the recommendations therein be adopted except
where dealt with by separate resolution.
Carried unanimously.
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11.2. SERVICES & ORGANISATION COMMITTEE REPORT - 8 APRIL 2025
ATTENDANCE & APOLOGIES
COMMITTEE MEMBERS
Cr Karen Finzel (Chair)
Cr Jessica Phillips (via Microsoft Teams)
Cr Nicola Wilson
Cr Frank Wilkie
NON COMMITTEE MEMBERS
Cr Tom Wegener (via Microsoft Teams)
EXECUTIVE
Director Development and Regulation Richard MacGillivray
Acting Director Corporate Services Margaret Gatt
Acting Director Infrastructure Services Kyrone Dodd
APOLOGIES
Nil.
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATIONS TO COUNCIL
7.1. SUNRISE SHOPS - SHOP 4 LEASE RENEWAL
That Council note the report by the Commercial Business Advisor to the Services
& Organisation Committee dated 8 April 2025 and
A. Approve the lease renewal to Sunrise Dental Care Pty Ltd for Shop 4, Sunrise
Shops for five (5) years commencing 1 July 2025;
B. Authorise the Chief Executive Officer to award a subsequent two (2) by two (2)
year extensions of the lease subject to the lessee complying with the terms of the
lease; and
C. Apply the exception to the requirement for tendering of the lease under Section
236 (1) (c) (iii) of the Local Government Regulation 2012 as the renewal is to the
existing tenant.
7.2. SUNRISE SHOPS - SHOP 6 LEASE RENEWAL
That Council note the report by the Commercial Business Advisor to the Services
& Organisation Committee dated 8 April 2025 and
A. Approve the lease renewal to Cartor Pty Ltd for Shop 6, Sunrise Shops for one
(1) year commencing 28 April 2025;
B. Approve the CEO to award subsequent two (2) by one (1) year extensions of
the lease subject to the lessee complying with the terms of the lease; and
C. Apply the exception to the requirement for tendering of the lease under Section
236 (1) (c) (iii) of the Local Government Regulation 2012 as the renewal is to the
existing tenant.
Council Resolution
Moved: Cr Nicola Wilson
Seconded: Cr Karen Finzel
That the report of the Services & Organisation Committee meeting dated 8 April
2025 be received and the recommendations therein be adopted except where
dealt with by separate resolution.
Carried unanimously.
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11.3. GENERAL COMMITTEE MEETING REPORT - 14 APRIL 2025
ATTENDANCE & APOLOGIES
COMMITTEE MEMBERS
Cr Brian Stockwell (Chair)
Cr Karen Finzel (via Microsoft Teams)
Cr Amelia Lorentson
Cr Jessica Phillips
Cr Tom Wegener
Cr Frank Wilkie
Cr Nicola Wilson
EXECUTIVE
Chief Executive Officer Larry Sengstock
Acting Director Corporate Services Scott Ison
Director Development & Regulation Richard MacGillivray
Director Strategy and Environment Kim Rawlings
Acting Director Infrastructure Services Kyrone Dodd
APOLOGIES
Nil.
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATIONS TO COUNCIL
7.1. MCU24/0151 DEVELOPMENT APPLICATION FOR MATERIAL CHANGE
OF USE FOR OUTDOOR SPORT & RECREATION (ROWING CLUB) AT LAKE
MACDONALD DRIVE, LAKE MACDONALD (REFERRED FROM PLANNING
AND ENVIRONMENT COMMITTEE DATED 8 APRIL 2025- ITEM 7.1)
In accordance with Chapter 5B of the Local Government Act 2009, Cr Stockwell
provided the following declaration to the meeting of a declarable conflict of interest
in this matter:
I, Cr Stockwell, inform the meeting that I have a declarable conflict of interest in
this matter due to my previous work in Lake Macdonald for Seqwater. In 2019 as
part of a broader consultancy project that I completed as a sole trader I undertook
Land Asset Classification of the land owned by Seqwater around the Lake
Macdonald Dam. This work was at a strategic level and assessed the parcel in
question as part of the broader evaluation. The project produced land capability
and suitability assessments for various land uses, including for recreational
pursuits such as that proposed in the application. In 2020 as part of a broader
consultancy project I also undertook a further assessment evaluating the suitability
of the land around Lake Macdonald for a solar farm. Although I have a declarable
conflict of interest, I do not believe a reasonable person could have a perception
of bias because I have had no dealings with Seqwater in a private consultant
capacity since that time. 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.
Council Resolution
Moved: Cr Frank Wilkie
Seconded: Cr Nicola Wilson
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That Council note the declarable conflict of interest by Cr Stockwell and determine
that in accordance with s150ES of the Local Government Act 2009, and having
considered the Councillor's conflict of interest as described, it is decided that Cr
Stockwell may participate and vote on this matter relating to MCU24/0151
Development Application Lot 1 RP 167252 Lake Macdonald Dr, Lake Macdonald
as a reasonable person would not have a perception of bias as there is no
personal gain or loss involved.
For: Crs Wilkie, Wilson, Lorentson, Wegener, Finzel and Phillips.
Against: Nil.
Carried.
Cr Stockwell having declared a conflict of interest was not eligible to vote.
Council Resolution
Moved: Cr Frank Wilkie
Seconded: Cr Karen Finzel
That Council note the report by the Coordinator Planning to the General
Committee Meeting dated 14 April 2025 regarding development application
MCU24/0151 for a Development Permit for Material Change of Use – Outdoor
sport and recreation (Rowing Club) situated at Lake Macdonald Dr Lake
Macdonald described as Lot 1 RP 167252 and
A. Approve the application in accordance with the proposed conditions
outlined in Attachment 1 with the following amendment to condition 20:
20. This development approval lapses on 17 April 2032, or within 60 days
following the completion of the Seqwater Lake MacDonald Dam
Improvement Project, whichever occurs earlier. The approved use must
cease operating by this date and all structures, hardstand areas, fencing
removed within 60 days of the cessation of operations, with the site
rehabilitated by:
a. Removing all weed species, including declared plants under the
Biosecurity Act 2014 and sub-ordinate Regulation 2003 and the Noosa
Local Government Area Pest Management Plan 2015-2019.
b. Planting the disturbed areas with a species mix and density reflective of
the local variation of the Regional Ecosystem and site-specific conditions.
These works must be undertaken by a qualified person* and be to the
reasonable satisfaction of the Manager Development Assessment.
B. Find the following matters relevant to the assessment and sufficient reason
to approve the application:
1. The proposal will enable an existing rowing club to continue to
operate while necessary improvements are made to Lake
Macdonald dam, an important water supply for south-east
Queensland.
2. The proposed use is small scale, requires direct access to the lake,
is temporary in nature and potential impacts on the area’s
ecological and water catchment values have been minimised.
C. Note the report is provided in accordance with Section 63(5) of the Planning
Act 2016.
Carried unanimously.
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8.1. FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE REPORT – MAR 2025
That Council note the report by the Financial Services Manager to the General
Committee Meeting dated 14 April 2025 outlining the March 2025 year to date
financial performance against budget, including changes to the financial
performance report with the inclusion of key financial sustainability indicators.
Council Resolution
Moved: Cr Amelia Lorentson
Seconded: Cr Jessica Phillips
That the report of the General Committee meeting dated 14 April 2025 be received
and the recommendations therein be adopted except where dealt with by separate
resolution.
Carried unanimously.
12. ORDINARY MEETING REPORTS
Nil.
13. CLOSED SESSION
Nil.
14. NEXT MEETING
The next Ordinary Meeting will be at Cooroy Memorial Hall at 23 Maple Street,
Cooroy on Thursday 15 May 2025 at 5.00pm.
15. MEETING CLOSURE
The meeting closed at 10:27am.