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ORDINARY MEETING | 18 JUNE 2026
Ordinary Meeting
Minutes
Thursday, 18 June 2026
10:00am
Council Chambers, 9 Pelican Street, Tewantin
Crs 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 | 18 JUNE 2026
MINUTES ORDER OF BUSINESS
1 DECLARATION OF OPENING
The meeting was declared open at 10.00am.
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 Corporate Services Margaret Gatt
Director Development & Regulation Richard MacGillivray
Director Strategy and Environment Kim Rawlings
Director Infrastructure Services Shaun Walsh
Director Community Services Kerri Contini
APOLOGIES
Nil.
4 CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES
4.1 CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES ORDINARY MEETING 21 MAY 2026
Council Resolution
Moved: Cr Amelia Lorentson
Seconded: Cr Jessica Phillips
That the Minutes of the Ordinary Meeting held on 21 May 2026 be received and
confirmed.
Carried.
For: Cr Frank Wilkie, Cr Karen Finzel, Cr Jessica Phillips, Cr
Amelia Lorentson, Cr Brian Stockwell, Cr Tom Wegener, Cr
Nicola Wilson
Against: None
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5 PETITIONS
5.1 PETITION: INSTALLATION OF STREET LIGHT/S ON PATHWAY FROM
YELLOWOOD CLOSE, TEWANTIN TO TEWANTIN SPORTING FIELDS
The following material was presented to the meeting in relation to this item:
Attachment 1 to the Minutes dated 18 June 2026 - PETITION - Street lights
Yellowood St Tewantin - redacted
Council Resolution
Moved: Cr Frank Wilkie
Seconded: Cr Amelia Lorentson
That the petition with 41 signatories submitted by Susan Dewar, requesting that
Council requesting the installation of streetlights on the pathway from Yellowood Close
to Tewantin Sporting Fields be received and referred to the Chief Executive Officer to
determine appropriate action.
Carried.
For: Cr Frank Wilkie, Cr Karen Finzel, Cr Jessica Phillips, Cr
Amelia Lorentson, Cr Brian Stockwell, Cr Tom Wegener, Cr
Nicola Wilson
Against: None
6. PRESENTATIONS
Nil.
7. DEPUTATIONS
Nil.
8. PUBLIC QUESTION TIME
8.1 PUBLIC QUESTION TIME APPLICANT: HAYLEY HASS
Question 1
What measurable outcomes, targets and key performance indicators does Noosa
Council use to assess the effectiveness of its Climate Emergency declaration and the
expenditure incurred in delivering associated climate change, climate resilience,
sustainability and emissions reduction activities, including Councils Carbon Reduction
Project Officer?
Response provided by Director Strategy & Environment, Kim Rawlings
Thank you for your question.
Since declaring a climate emergency in 2019, Noosa Council has endorsed a Climate
Change Response Plan and a Coastal Hazards Adaptation Plan, as well as supported
the Regional Climate Action Roadmap developed in partnership with Sunshine Coast
Council. Each of these plans contain a range of strategic priorities, targets, adaptation
outcomes, and actions that Council uses to measure progress in responding to growing
climate change risks. In addition, Council’s Corporate Plan 2023-2028 includes
key objectives, projects and performance measures related to climate change
response. This includes both measuring emissions reduction and efforts to build
resilience. Progress in delivering Council’s Corporate Plan is reported on annually.
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Projects and objectives which relate to climate response are then reflected down to
Council’s annual Operational Plan which is reported on quarterly. Reports on Councils
carbon footprint and monitoring of initiatives to reduce emissions are reported publicly
to Council.
In addition Council provided an update on progress delivering its Climate Change
Response Plan at the General Committee on 16 December 2024. This included
measuring progress on governance priorities and targets, as well as estimates on
expenditure and external grant funds received since endorsement of the Plan. Council
is working on developing a live, interactive and public online reporting platform, which
intends to track progress on individual actions in the Climate Change Response Plan
to inform the community of progress and strengthen transparency and accountability.
8.2 PUBLIC QUESTION TIME APPLICANT: NICK COOKE
QUESTION 1
What has been the total cost of the Destination Management Plan from initial concept
planning to final adoption including but not limited to internal staff costs, consultant
fees, research, community engagement, workshops, surveys, advertising,
communications, graphic design and any other direct or indirect associated costs
incurred to date?
Response provided by Director Strategy & Environment, Kim Rawlings
The research and data gathering that informed the development of the DMP began 5
years ago, the issues the DMP seeks to address have been ongoing for many years
and Council has sought to understand and address these issue throughout this period
in different ways and therefore allocated resources to these issues also across this
period. The estimated cost associated with the development and delivery of Noosa’s
Destination Management Plan to date, is estimated to be around $600,000 over a five-
year period or approximately $120,000 per year when averaged across the five-year
period.
This accounts for less than 0.07% % Noosa Council’s cumulative budget and
likewise, less than 0.7 % of the Directorate’s budget responsible for the development
of the DMP over the same period.
This figure estimates the total cost of the project including (but not limited to):
Portion of Internal staff salaries
Consultant and professional service fees
Research and analysis
Community engagement activities over 3 comprehensive engagement processes.
Workshops and stakeholder consultations
Surveys and data collection
Advertising and communications
Graphic design and publication costs
Associated project delivery and operational expenses to date (including
development of the DMP Portal)
QUESTION 2
Can Council confirm whether annual dog registration renewal notices for all affected
dog owners were successfully generated by Council's internal systems for the
registration periods that resulted in the recent infringement notices being issued?
Response provided by Director Development & Regulation, Richard MacGillivray
Thank you for the question Mr Cooke.
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Yes, Council can confirm that dog registration renewal notices and subsequent
reminder notices were successfully generated for all registered dogs. It is important
to note that Council has over 10,000 registered dogs. 576 infringement notices were
issued in April, all of which related to dogs not being registered across multiple years.
Prior to infringements being issued Council also issued public media articles requested
dog owners to ensure their dog’s registration and details were current. It is relevant to
note that in the past two months alone over 1,000 dog record updates have been
received and more than 220 new dogs have been registered that had not previously
been registered.
9 MAYORAL MINUTES
Nil
10 NOTIFIED MOTIONS
10.1 DIVISIONAL BOUNDARY REVIEW
Council Resolution
Moved: Cr Karen Finzel
Seconded: Cr Amelia Lorentson
DIVISIONAL BOUNDARY REVIEW
That Council request a report to a future Council meeting that:
A. Provides a clear understanding of the process required if Noosa Council were to
elect to become a Shire with divisional boundaries;
B. Identifies the regulatory decision-making framework that would need to be
undertaken and completed;
C. Outlines the expected time frame required to achieve the desired outcome; and
D. Provides an indication of cost and resources required to deliver the overall
process.
Carried.
For: Cr Frank Wilkie, Cr Karen Finzel, Cr Jessica Phillips, Cr
Amelia Lorentson, Cr Brian Stockwell, Cr Tom Wegener, Cr
Nicola Wilson
Against: None
11. CONSIDERATION OF COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATIONS
11.1. AUDIT & RISK COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATIONS DATED 29 MAY 2026
11.1.1 QUEENSLAND AUDIT OFFICE - 2026 AUDIT COMMITTEE BRIEFING
PAPER
That Council note the 2026 Audit Committee Briefing Paper by the Queensland Audit
Office to the Audit and Risk Committee meeting 29 May 2026.
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11.1.2 CROWE - FINAL REPORT - INTERNAL AUDIT OF 2025 QAO INTERIM
REPORT RECOMMENDATIONS
That Council note the report by the Internal Audit Service Provider to the Audit and
Risk Committee meeting dated 29 May 2026 regarding the Internal Audit 2025 QAO
Interim Report Recommendations Audit.
11.1.3 INTERNAL AUDIT REPORT - QUEENSLAND AUDIT OFFICE FRAUD
RECOMMENDATIONS (Response to Item 8)
That Council note the report by the Financial Services Manager to the Audit and Risk
Committee meeting dated 29 May 2026 reporting on Internal Audit’s review of
Queensland Audit Office’s recommendations following the fraud event.
11.1.4 INTERNAL AUDIT UPDATE
That Council note the report by the Executive Officer to the Audit and Risk Committee
meeting dated 29 May 2026 regarding the Internal Audit Update.
11.1.5 SUNDRY CREDITORS PROCESS IMPROVEMENTS - RISK REGISTER
ITEM 22
That Council note the report by the Financial Services Manager to the Audit and Risk
Committee meeting dated 29 May 2026 regarding Risk Register Item 22 Non-Creditor
(Sundry) Payments.
11.1.6 CLOSING OF PAYROLL RELATED ACTIONS
That Council:
A. Note the report by the People & Culture Manager to the Audit & Risk Committee
dated 29 May 2026 regarding action items from the 2023-2024 Internal Payroll
Audit;
B. Approve the closure of actions 44, 45, 46, 48 and 49 relating to payroll matters
and their removal from the risk register; and
C. Note the current low risk status of these items and strengthened control
environment.
11.1.7 VALUATION OF BUILDING LEASES TO EXTERNAL ENTITIES
That Council Note the report by the Financial Services Manager to the Audit and Risk
Committee meeting dated 29 May 2026 regarding Action Item 13: Update on the
valuation of building leases to external entities.
11.1.8 CAPABILITY FRAMEWORK & WORKFORCE PLANNING
That Council:
A. Note the report by the People & Culture Manager to the Audit & Risk Committee
meeting dated 29 May 2026 regarding Noosa Council's Capability Framework
and Workforce Planning model;
B. Note development and delivery of a strategic workforce capability plan aligned
to corporate plan objectives is identified as a key People & Culture action to
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address strategic risk 10 on the organisational strategic risk register - human
resources not managed effectively.
11.1.9 SHORT TERM ACCOMMODATION – RESPONSE
That Council;
A. Note the report by Director Development and Regulation to the Audit and Risk
Committee meeting dated 29 May 2026 regarding Short Term Accommodation;
B. Note that the matters raised have been previously addressed through detailed
legal advice and independent review;
C. Note that the material does not warrant the need for further investigation or
external referral; and
D. Continue to monitor legal developments relevant to short-term accommodation as
part of its oversight role.
11.1.10 ICT CYBER RISK REPORT
That Council note the report by the ICT Manager to the Audit and Risk Committee
Meeting dated 29 May 2026 regarding an update on ICT Cyber Risk.
11.1.11 SHELL FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND END OF FINANCIAL YEAR
UPDATE
That Council note the report by the Financial Services Manager to the Audit & Risk
Committee Meeting dated 29 May 2026 regarding Council’s progress preparing for
the 2025/26 financial statements.
11.1.12 FINANCIAL ENVIRONMENT MONITORING, EXCEPTIONS AND
ESCALATION POLICY
That Council:
A. Note the report by the Financial Services Manager to the Audit and Risk
Committee meeting dated 29 May 2026 regarding the QAO recommendation
response and the implementation of a new policy framework to address financial
risks across Council’s financial environment;
B. Approve that that the Audit and Risk Committee have a standing agenda item
reporting on identified exceptions under this framework.
11.1.13 FINANCIAL ENVIRONMENT EXCEPTION REPORTING PE 30 APRIL 2026
That Council note the report by the Financial Services Manager to the Audit and Risk
Committee meeting dated 29 May 2026 regarding exceptions in Council’s financial
environment to 30 April 2026.
11.1.14 QUEENSLAND AUDIT OFFICE'S LOCAL GOVERNMENT FINANCIAL
AUDIT REPORT 2026-26
That Council note the report by the Financial Services Manager to the Audit and Risk
Committee meeting dated 29 May 2026 regarding the Queensland Audit
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Office’s report and the pending self-assessment project commencing in late April
2026.
11.1.15 TECHNOLOGYONE HEALTH CHECK
That Council note the report by the Financial Services Manager to the Audit and Risk
Committee meeting dated 29 May 2026 regarding the TechnologyOne Health Check.
11.1.16 FRINGE BENEFITS TAX (FBT) PROJECT
That Council note the report by the Financial Services Manager to the Audit and Risk
Committee meeting dated 29 May 2026 regarding Council’s FBT compliance and
governance framework.
11.1.17 SUPERANNUATION ON CONTRACTOR PAYMENTS
That Council note the report by the Financial Services Manager to the Audit and Risk
Committee meeting dated 29 May 2026 regarding Council’s requirement to pay
superannuation on payments to deemed employees.
11.1.18 FINANCIAL SERVICES WORKFORCE PLAN - UPDATE
That Council note the report by the Financial Services Manager to the Audit and Risk
Committee meeting dated 29 May 2026 providing an update on the Finance Team
Workforce Plan.
11.1.19 RISK MATURITY PROGRESS UPDATE
That Council note the report by the Governance Manager to the Audit & Risk
Committee Meeting dated 29 May 2026 regarding Council’s risk maturity progress
under the Queensland Audit Office’s Risk Maturity Model.
11.1.20 INSURANCE MANAGEMENT UPDATE
That Council note the report by the Governance Manager to the Audit & Risk
Committee Meeting dated 29 May 2026 providing an update on insurance
management matters.
11.1.21 FRAUD, CORRUPTION & PID UPDATE
That Council
A. Note the report by the Governance Manager to the Audit & Risk Committee
Meeting dated 29 May 2026 regarding an update on fraud, corruption and PID
matters and:
B. Adopt minor amendments to the Public Interest Disclosure Policy as per
Attachment 4.
C. Adopt minor amendments to the Public Interest Disclosure Procedures as per
Attachment 5.
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11.1.22 AUDIT & RISK COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATIONS ENBLOC
Council Resolution
Moved: Cr Nicola Wilson
Seconded: Cr Jessica Phillips
That the Recommendations of the Audit & Risk Committee meeting dated 29 May
2026 be received and adopted.
Carried.
For: Cr Frank Wilkie, Cr Karen Finzel, Cr Jessica Phillips, Cr
Amelia Lorentson, Cr Brian Stockwell, Cr Tom Wegener, Cr
Nicola Wilson
Against: None
11.2. GENERAL COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATIONS DATED 9 JUNE 2026
11.2.1 PEREGIAN BEACH ACTIVE STREET - STAGE 1 PROGRESS UPDATE
AND NEXT STEPS (Deferred from the Ordinary Meeting dated 19 March
2026 - Item 12.2)
Cr Frank Wilkie
"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 11.2.1 -
PEREGIAN BEACH ACTIVE STREET - STAGE 1 PROGRESS UPDATE AND NEXT
STEPS on this agenda as my mother, who donated $5000 to my election campaign,
lives in a street adjoining Lorikeet Drive which is the subject of the Active Street
project. As a result of my conflict of interest, I will now leave the meeting room while
the matter is considered and voted on.".
Cr Wilkie left the meeting.
Cr Stockwell assumed the chair.
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;
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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.
Cr Lorentson attempted to move a Procedural Motion to adjourn the meeting.
The Chair ruled that a Procedural Motion was out of order as the matter had not
entered into debate.
Procedural Motion
Moved: Cr Amelia Lorentson
Seconded: Cr Jessica Phillips
That the Chairperson's ruling be dissented from.
Carried.
For: Cr Karen Finzel, Cr Jessica Phillips, Cr Amelia Lorentson, Cr
Nicola Wilson
Against: Cr Brian Stockwell, Cr Tom Wegener
Procedural Motion
Moved: Cr Amelia Lorentson
Seconded: Cr Jessica Phillips
The meeting adjourned at 10.33am to obtain legal advice.
Carried.
For: Cr Karen Finzel, Cr Jessica Phillips, Cr Amelia Lorentson, Cr
Tom Wegener, Cr Nicola Wilson
Against: Cr Brian Stockwell
The meeting resumed at 10.59am.
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;
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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.
Lost.
For: Cr Brian Stockwell, Cr Tom Wegener
Cr Karen Finzel, Cr Jessica Phillips, Cr Amelia Lorentson, Cr
Against: Nicola Wilson
Council Resolution
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 Jessica Phillips, Cr Amelia Lorentson, Cr
Nicola Wilson
Against: Cr Brian Stockwell, Cr Tom Wegener
Cr Wilkie, having declared a conflict of interest, was ineligible to vote.
Cr Wilkie returned to the meeting and resumed the Chair.
11.2.2 2026-2027 COMMUNITY GRANTS PROGRAM - COMMUNITY PROJECT
AND SIGNATURE COMMUNITY EVENT GRANTS - SUMMARY
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.
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11.2.3 2026-2027 COMMUNITY PROJECT GRANTS PROGRAM – PROJECTS
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.
11.2.4 2026-2027 COMMUNITY PROJECT GRANTS PROGRAM - FACILITY
DEVELOPMENT
Cr Nicola Wilson
"In accordance with Chapter 5B of the Local Government Act 2009 - I Cr Nicola Wilson,
inform the meeting that I have a prescribed conflict of interest in relation to Item 11.2.4
- 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 Wilson left the meeting.
Cr Brian Stockwell
"In accordance with Chapter 5B of the Local Government Act 2009 - I Cr Brian
Stockwell, inform the meeting that I have a prescribed conflict of interest in relation to
Item 11.2.4 - 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 Stockwell left the meeting.
Cr Frank Wilkie
"In accordance with Chapter 5B of the Local Government Act 2009, I Cr Frank Wilkie,
inform the meeting that I have a declarable conflict of interest in this matter Item 11.2.4
- 2026-2027 COMMUNITY GRANTS PROGRAM - COMMUNITY PROJECT
GRANTS (FACILITY DEVELOPMENT) on this agenda in relation to the application
from Noosa Arts Theatre. While I am no longer in a decision-making position on the
Noosa Arts committee, I continue to volunteer my time in productions at the Theatre.
Although I am making a declarable conflict of interest, I do not believe a reasonable
person could have a perception of bias because as Noosa Arts Theatre is a Not-for-
Profit group and I am participating in an unpaid capacity and am not involved in any
decision-making capacity. 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 Amelia Lorentson
Seconded: Cr Karen Finzel
That Cr Jessica Phillips be appointed as Acting Chairperson of the meeting for this
item for the purpose of considering the conflict of interest declaration by Cr Wilkie
Carried.
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For: Cr Karen Finzel, Cr Jessica Phillips, Cr Amelia Lorentson, Cr
Tom Wegener
Against: None
Having declared a conflict of interest, Cr Wilkie was ineligible to vote.
Cr Jessica Phillips assumed the Chair.
Council Resolution
Moved: Cr Amelia Lorentson
Seconded: Cr Karen Finzel
That Council note the declarable conflict of interest by Cr Wilkie 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 Wilkie may
participate and vote on this matter relating to the 2026-2027 COMMUNITY PROJECT
GRANTS PROGRAM - FACILITY DEVELOPMENT.
Carried.
For: Cr Karen Finzel, Cr Jessica Phillips, Cr Amelia Lorentson, Cr
Tom Wegener
Against: None
Cr Wilson, Stockwell and Wilkie, having declared a conflict of interest, were ineligible
to vote.
Cr Wilkie resumed the Chair.
Council Resolution
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 2026-27 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 Frank Wilkie, Cr Karen Finzel, Cr Jessica Phillips, Cr
Amelia Lorentson, Cr Tom Wegener
Against: None
Cr Wilson and Stockwell, having declared a conflict of interest, were ineligible to vote.
Cr Stockwell and Cr Wilson returned to the meeting.
11.2.5 2026-2027 COMMUNITY PROJECT GRANTS PROGRAM - EQUIPMENT
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.
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11.2.6 2026-2027 COMMUNITY PROJECT GRANTS PROGRAM - EVENTS
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 - 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.
11.2.7 2026-2027 COMMUNITY GRANTS PROGRAM - THREE-YEAR
SIGNATURE COMMUNITY EVENT GRANTS
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.
11.2.8 LEGACY PLOT RESERVATION MANAGEMENT POLICY
That Council
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.
11.2.9 "SPORT4ALL" ACCESS AND INCLUSION PROGRAM - OUTCOMES AND
LEARNINGS
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.
11.2.10 2026-2027 FEES AND CHARGES
That General Committee Agenda Item 7.10 2026-2027 Fees and Charges be
referred to the Ordinary Meeting for a further report.
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11.2.11 NOOSA BOTANIC GARDENS MASTERPLAN
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.
11.2.12 FURTHER REPORT - TOURISM NOOSA FUNDING AND
PERFORMANCE DEED 2026–2029
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.
11.2.13 NOOSA BIOSECURITY PLAN 2026-2031
That Council:
A. Note the report by the Environmental Services Manager to the Ordinary Meeting
dated 18 June 2026 for the Draft Noosa Biosecurity Plan 2026–2031;
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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 engagement on
the Draft Noosa Biosecurity Plan 2026–2031 in accordance with the Biosecurity
Plan 2026 - Communications and 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.
11.2.14 ENVIRONMENT & CLIMATE CHANGE RESPONSE GRANTS -
ENVIRONMENT PROJECT GRANTS (ROUND 21), CLIMATE CHANGE
RESPONSE GRANTS (ROUND 6)
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.
11.2.15 PLANNING APPLICATIONS DECIDED BY DELEGATED AUTHORITY –
APRIL 2026
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.
11.2.16 PROPOSED LAND
RATIONALISATION - LANYANA WAY LOT 2 ON RP889596 AND NOOSA
DRIVE LOT ON RP884396
That Council note the report from the Acting Property Manager to General
Committee meeting dated 9 June 2026; and
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
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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
remains separate from the Land Rationalisation Process.
11.2.17 GENERAL COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATIONS ENBLOC
Council Resolution
Moved: Cr Nicola Wilson
Seconded: Cr Karen Finzel
That the Recommendations of the General Committee meeting dated 9 June 2026
be received and adopted except where dealt with by separate resolution.
Carried.
For: Cr Frank Wilkie, Cr Karen Finzel, Cr Jessica Phillips, Cr
Amelia Lorentson, Cr Brian Stockwell, Cr Tom Wegener, Cr
Nicola Wilson
Against: None
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12 ORDINARY MEETING REPORTS
12.1 FURTHER REPORT - ENVIRONMENT PROJECT GRANTS (ROUND
21) (referred from General Committee dated 9 June 2026 Item 7.14)
Council Resolution
Moved: Cr Brian Stockwell
Seconded: Cr Frank Wilkie
That Council:
A. Note the report by the Environmental Services Manager to the General Committee
Meeting dated 9 June 2026 and the Further Report to the Ordinary Meeting dated
18 June 2026 regarding applications received for the Environment Project Grants
(Round 21); and
B. Approve the allocation of funding to the following organisations for Environmental
Project Grants for 2026/27 financial year:
i. $17,301.16 to Teewah Turtle Trackers Inc. for the Teewah Turtle
Trackers Monitoring and Conservation Initiative;
ii. $10,870.84 to Noosa and District Landcare for the Protecting Pinbarren
Project;
iii. $6,828.00 to Wildlife Noosa Ltd. for the Noosa River Hazards to Wildlife
(Lines and Lures) Reduction Program,
Carried.
For: Cr Frank Wilkie, Cr Karen Finzel, Cr Jessica Phillips, Cr
Amelia Lorentson, Cr Brian Stockwell, Cr Tom Wegener, Cr
Nicola Wilson
Against: None
12.2 FURTHER REPORT - CLIMATE CHANGE RESPONSE GRANTS (ROUND
6) (referred from General Committee dated 9 June 2026 Item 7.14)
Cr Brian Stockwell
"In accordance with Chapter 5B of the Local Government Act 2009, I, Cr Brian
Stockwell, inform the meeting that I have a prescribed conflict of interest in this matter
Item 12.2. - FURTHER REPORT - CLIMATE CHANGE RESPONSE GRANTS
(ROUND 6) (referred from General Committee dated 9 June 2026 Item 7.14) on this
agenda as I am the current President of the Noosa Lions Football Club who I am aware
submitted a grant application for a Climate Change Response Grant. I will now leave
the meeting."
Cr Stockwell left the meeting.
Motion
Moved: Cr Tom Wegener
Seconded: Cr Frank Wilkie
That Council:
A. Note the report by the Environmental Services Manager to the General Committee
Meeting dated 9 June 2026 and the Further Report by the Sustainability and
Climate Change Coordinator to the Ordinary Meeting dated 18 June 2026
regarding applications received for the Climate Change Response Grants (Round
6); and
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B. Approve the allocation of funding, totalling $48,869.06, to the following
organisations for the Climate Change Response Grants for FY2026/27:
i. $14,820.00 to The Trustee for the Noosa Biosphere Reserve Trust for the
Future Tide - 2027 Noosa Youth Climate Summit;
ii. $12,899.06 to Zero Emissions Noosa Inc. for the Swap the Drive:
Supporting Modal Shift From Cars To Bikes program;
iii. $11,150.00 to the Noosa Integrated Catchment Association Inc. for the
Get Climate-ready with Noosa Native Plants project; and
iv. $10,000 to Zero Emissions Noosa Inc. for the Solar on Low Income
Homes project.
Amendment No. 1
Moved: Cr Amelia Lorentson
Seconded: Cr Jessica Phillips
That C be added to read:
C Remove Zero Emissions Noosa from the list of approved recipients under the
Climate Change Response Grants.
The amendment was withdrawn.
Amendment No. 2
Moved: Cr Jessica Phillips
Seconded: Cr Amelia Lorentson
That C be added to read:
C. Undertake a review of the Climate Change Response Grants Guidelines involving
public consultation on any proposed changes prior to the next round of grant funding
being opened.
Carried.
For: Cr Frank Wilkie, Cr Jessica Phillips, Cr Amelia Lorentson, Cr
Nicola Wilson
Against: Cr Karen Finzel, Cr Tom Wegener
Council Resolution
Moved: Cr Tom Wegener
Seconded: Cr Frank Wilkie
That Council:
A. Note the report by the Environmental Services Manager to the General Committee
Meeting dated 9 June 2026 and the Further Report by the Sustainability and Climate
Change Coordinator to the Ordinary Meeting dated 18 June 2026 regarding
applications received for the Climate Change Response Grants (Round 6); and
B. Approve the allocation of funding, totalling $48,869.06, to the following
organisations for the Climate Change Response Grants for FY2026/27:
i. $14,820.00 to The Trustee for the Noosa Biosphere Reserve Trust for the
Future Tide - 2027 Noosa Youth Climate Summit;
ii. $12,899.06 to Zero Emissions Noosa Inc. for the Swap the Drive: Supporting
Modal Shift From Cars To Bikes program;
iii. $11,150.00 to the Noosa Integrated Catchment Association Inc. for the Get
Climate-ready with Noosa Native Plants project; and
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iv. $10,000 to Zero Emissions Noosa Inc. for the Solar on Low Income Homes
project.
C. Undertake a review of the Climate Change Response Grants Guidelines involving
public consultation on any proposed changes prior to the next round of grant funding
being opened.
Carried on the casting vote of the Chair.
For: Cr Frank Wilkie, Cr Amelia Lorentson, Cr Tom Wegener
Against: Cr Karen Finzel, Cr Jessica Phillips, Cr Nicola Wilson
Cr Stockwell, having declared a conflict of interest, was ineligible to vote.
Cr Stockwell returned to the meeting.
12.3 FURTHER REPORT - 2026-2027 FEES AND CHARGES (referred from
General Committee dated 9 June 2026 Item 7.10)
Council Resolution
Moved: Cr Brian Stockwell
Seconded: Cr Karen Finzel
That Council:
A. Note the report by the Financial Services Manager to the General Meeting dated
9 June 2026 and the Further Report to the Ordinary Meeting dated 18 June; and
B. Pursuant to Sections 97, 98 and 262(3)(c) of the Local Government Act 2009,
adopt the updated 2026-27 financial year cost-recovery fees and commercial
charges provided as Attachment 1 to the report.
C. Authorise the Chief Executive Officer to make any minor changes or administrative
amendments as required prior to publishing the final document.
Carried.
For: Cr Frank Wilkie, Cr Karen Finzel, Cr Jessica Phillips, Cr
Amelia Lorentson, Cr Brian Stockwell, Cr Tom Wegener, Cr
Nicola Wilson
Against: None
12.4 FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE REPORT MAY 2026
Council Resolution
Moved: Cr Karen Finzel
Seconded: Cr Amelia Lorentson
That Council note the report by the Financial Services Manager to the Ordinary
Meeting dated 18 June 2026 regarding Council's financial performance to 31 May
2026.
Carried.
For: Cr Frank Wilkie, Cr Karen Finzel, Cr Jessica Phillips, Cr
Amelia Lorentson, Cr Brian Stockwell, Cr Tom Wegener, Cr
Nicola Wilson
Against: None
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13 CLOSED SESSION
Nil.
14 NEXT MEETING
The next Ordinary Meeting will be held at Council Chambers, 9 Pelican St,
Tewantin on 16 July 2026 at 10.00am.
15 MEETING CLOSURE
The meeting closed at 2.14pm.
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