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Ordinary minutes, 21 August 2025
MINUTES
Ordinary Meeting
Thursday, 21 August 2025
5:00 PM
Kin Kin Memorial School of Arts Hall, Main St Kin Kin
Cr Frank Wilkie (Chair), Karen Finzel, Amelia Lorentson, Jessica Phillips, Brian
Stockwell, Tom Wegener, Nicola Wilson
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ORDINARY MEETING MINUTES 21 AUGUST 2025
1 DECLARATION OF OPENING
The meeting was declared open at 5.00pm.
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
Director Community Services Kerri Contini
Acting Director Corporate Services Margaret Gatt
Director Development & Regulation Richard MacGillivray
Director Strategy and Environment Kim Rawlings
Director Infrastructure Services Shaun Walsh
APOLOGIES
Nil.
4 CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES
4.1 CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES - ORDINARY MEETING DATED 17 JULY 2025
Council Resolution
Moved: Cr Karen Finzel
Seconded: Cr Amelia Lorentson
That the Minutes of the Ordinary Meeting held on 17 July 2025 be received and
confirmed.
Carried.
Cr Frank Wilkie, Cr Karen Finzel, Cr Jessica Phillips, Cr Amelia
For: Lorentson, Cr Brian Stockwell, Cr Tom Wegener, Cr Nicola
Wilson
Against: None
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4.2 CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES - SPECIAL MEETING DATED 4 AUGUST 2025
Council Resolution
Moved: Cr Karen Finzel
Seconded: Cr Tom Wegener
That the Minutes of the Special Meeting held on 4 August 2025 be received and confirmed.
Carried.
Cr Frank Wilkie, Cr Karen Finzel, Cr Jessica Phillips, Cr Amelia
For: Lorentson, Cr Brian Stockwell, Cr Tom Wegener, Cr Nicola
Wilson
Against: None
5 PETITIONS
1. PETITION - PUBLIC SAFETY IN SUNRISE BEACH
Refer to Attachment 1 to the Ordinary Minutes
Council Resolution
Moved: Cr Amelia Lorentson
Seconded: Cr Jessica Phillips
That the petition with 18 signatories submitted by Geoff Mallinson, requesting that Council
address safety issues in Tingira Cres & Sobraon St Sunrise Beach, be received and
referred to the Chief Executive Officer to determine appropriate action.
Carried.
Cr Frank Wilkie, Cr Karen Finzel, Cr Jessica Phillips, Cr Amelia
For:
Lorentson, Cr Brian Stockwell, Cr Tom Wegener, Cr Nicola Wilson
Against: None
2. PETITION - REMOVE BASKETBALL HOOP FROM CHARLES BENNETT PARK
Refer to Attachment 2 to the Ordinary Minutes
Council Resolution
Moved: Cr Amelia Lorentson
Seconded: Cr Karen Finzel
That the petition with 10 signatories submitted by Katrina Bodycote, requesting that Council
remove the basketball hoop from Charles Bennett Park, be received and referred to the
Chief Executive Officer to determine appropriate action.
Carried.
Cr Frank Wilkie, Cr Karen Finzel, Cr Jessica Phillips, Cr Amelia
For:
Lorentson, Cr Brian Stockwell, Cr Tom Wegener, Cr Nicola Wilson
Against: None
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3. PETITION - REMOVE 2HR PARKING RESTRICTIONS & INTRODUCE PARKING
PERMITS FOR BUSINESSES AT TEWANTIN PLAZA
Refer to Attachment 3 to the Ordinary Minutes
Council Resolution
Moved: Cr Amelia Lorentson
Seconded: Cr Jessica Phillips
That the petition with 32 signatories submitted by Tewantin Plaza Businesses, requesting
that Council remove parking restrictions & introduce business parking permits at Tewantin
Plaza, be received and referred to the Chief Executive Officer to determine appropriate
action.
Carried.
Cr Frank Wilkie, Cr Karen Finzel, Cr Jessica Phillips, Cr Amelia
For:
Lorentson, Cr Brian Stockwell, Cr Tom Wegener, Cr Nicola Wilson
Against: None
6. PRESENTATIONS
Nil.
7. DEPUTATIONS
7.1 Topic: Access issues to Eastern Branch Creek Rd,
Applicant: James Porter
Speakers: James Porter
7.2 Topic: Cooroy Mountain Rd
Applicant: Andrew Taylor on behalf of the residents of Cooroy Mountain Rd.
Speakers: Andrew Taylor, Alan Deering, Sarah Carter
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8. PUBLIC QUESTION TIME
8.
HELEN NUGENT
1
QUESTION 1
What is the timeline for remediation works to restore and rehabilitate the Noosa Daintree Estate,
including but not contained to:- removal of obnoxious weed, tree pruning, fallen debris, mowing
and slashing of causeway. In addition, an ongoing maintenance and management plan for the
estate land and assets.
Response provided by Director of Infrastructure, Shaun Walsh
In the next 2 months we have scheduled the following works in preparation for the traditional
storm season:
cleaning out the culvert on Golf links drive and the adjacent in the National Park – under
the conditions of the permit issued by National Parks and Wildlife Service
Tree pruning at various locations
Scheduled mowing
We are also scoping the following additional initiatives:
Engineered rehabilitation of the open drain to encourage water flow and reduced ponding
of water in areas – this will take time to survey and design and come up with an effective
solution
Additional street signage to support children safety in Homestead Dr.
Council staff have commenced preparation of site-specific maintenance Plan for Daintree Estate
to respond to its specific drainage characteristics, inclusive of a more proactive inspection regime
in order to schedule any reactive maintenance. The preparation of an exclusive and site-specific
maintenance plan is an initiative in response to Councils desire to maximise the drain
performance to the maximum extent possible during rain events.
QUESTION 2
Has or did Noosa Council apply to the relevant department to revoke the permits required for
ongoing maintenance from Noosa Daintree Estate through to McKinnon Drive.
Response provided by Director of Infrastructure, Shaun Walsh
Council currently operates under a short-term permit from Queensland National Parks and
Wildlife Service to undertake maintenance works in the open drain area adjacent to Golf Course
Drive but within the adjacent Harry Spring Conservation.
Council has submitted an enduring revocation request to Queenland National Parks and Wildlife
Service to extract a potion of Harry Springs Conservation Park to allow drain maintenance works
in this location to more efficiently delivery future works. This revocation only applies to the
existing cleared area adjacent to Golf Course Drive and as envisaged by the original stormwater
system design. To be clear it does not extend to include the natural creek corridor through the
Conservation Park through to McKinnon Drive. It is important to note that the Daintree Estate’s
stormwater channel is designed to hold stormwater during rain events, and inundation of the
parkland and roadway and is a normal and expected function of this system. The topography
downstream of the site is very gentle and low lying and the slow drainage characteristics perform
as expected as part of the natural Wooroi Creek and adjacent Noosa River system.
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ORDINARY MEETING MINUTES 21 AUGUST 2025 8. NICK COOKE 2 Question 1 To assure Hinterland residents that Council will effectively enforce the Kin Kin Quarry Management Plan, can council outline the specific actions it will take to address the enforcement constraints identified through the failed court action Noosa Council v Cordwell Resources (155/21) and the decision not to pursue over $160,000 in fines issued to the Kin Kin Quarry operator? Response provided by Director Development & Regulation, Richard MacGillivray Thank you for your question regarding Council’s enforcement of the Kin Kin Quarry Management Plan (QMP). Council understands the community’s concerns and remains committed to ensuring compliance with the approved conditions, including the QMP. In response to the court proceeding, it is acknowledged that Council was successful in part of the proceedings with an enforcement order being granted with respect to covered loads. It is also relevant to highlight that Council has also successfully defended an appeal against an Enforcement Notice relating to fixed plant infrastructure in the Planning & Environment Court, with obligations continuing to be pursued. Regarding historical infringement notices that were appealed, these were not pursued through the Magistrates Court as Council focused its legal efforts on broader compliance issues in the Planning and Environment Court. Due to statutory limitations, these past infringements can no longer be pursued. However, Council remains committed to considering all available enforcement options should any clear breach be identified and validated moving forward. In terms of ongoing compliance monitoring regular inspections are being conducted at varied times to assess quarry operations in line with council approval requirements. Council has worked with contractors to introduce automated data capture systems, reducing reliance on manual monitoring and improving the consistency and reliability of compliance data, this data is supported by photographic and video evidence. Ongoing review of this data demonstrates that the quarry operations are generally in accordance with their obligations under the QMP regarding vehicle queuing and departure intervals. Council also working closely with the State Department of Environment, Science and Innovation (DESI) who regulate the Quarry operations through an Environmental Authority. Question 2 Can Council continue to assure the Hinterland community, that the council will not extend the Kin Kin Quarry permit beyond its end-of-life 2033 sunset clause, which marks 46 years since the original approval? Response provided by Director Development & Regulation, Richard MacGillivray Thank you for your question regarding the future of the Kin Kin Quarry and Council’s position on the 2033 sunset clause. Council acknowledges the strong community interest in ensuring that the quarry operations do not extend beyond the current approval period. If an application is made to extend the sunset clause Council will assess the application thoroughly, with full consideration of community concerns, environmental impacts, and planning requirements. It is important to acknowledge that the site is subject to a State imposed Key Resource Area (KRA) overlay. If no application is made to extend the currency period, the current sunset clause remains in place and is enforceable. We appreciate the community’s ongoing interest on this matter and will continue to provide regular updates in due course.
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ORDINARY MEETING MINUTES 21 AUGUST 2025 8. HAYLEY HASS 3 Question 1 Could Council please clarify whether the Draft Destination Management Plan still intends to investigate/implement the ‘Transformational Scenarios’ outlined in the Discussion Paper, including pedestrian-only zones in Hastings Street and Gympie Terrace during peak times, access to Noosa National Park by free bus only during peak times, restricted access and booking systems for Noosa’s iconic landscapes, ban single use coffee cups on Hasting St and Gympie Tce and mandates on iconic events and all tourism and service providers to be zero waste and zero-emissions? Response provided by Director Strategy & Environment, Kim Rawlings The transformational scenarios presented in the Phase 1 Destination Management Discussion Paper were intended as thought-starters to encourage community dialogue around potential solutions. A detailed analysis of the Phase 1 feedback revealed initial community interest in several of these ideas. As a result, some have been included in the Phase 2 Draft Destination Management Plan (DMP) for further consideration. The Phase 2 engagement process is designed to assess the level of community support for some of these ideas and others, recognising that Noosa’s population continues to evolve and that some proposals may have both positive and negative implications depending on your perspective. Council is therefore using this comprehensive second phase of engagement which runs for 6 weeks until 14 September to seek clear feedback and input around levels of support from our community before finalising the DMP and advancing these actions. Question 2 Does Council recognise that the proposed vehicle, parking and access restrictions in Noosa, as floated in the Destination Management Plan, will severely impact car dependent Noosa Hinterland residents, but also local businesses who face a reduction in visitor traffic? Response provided by Director Strategy & Environment, Kim Rawlings As outlined above, the Phase 2 engagement process is intended to gauge the level of community support for the priority concepts identified by the community following Phase 1 Community Engagement on the Draft Destination Management Plan Discussion Paper. Council acknowledges that many of these ideas suggested by the community are interdependent. For example, the effectiveness of any potential changes to vehicle access or parking would rely on the availability of viable alternative transport optionsdash;such as smaller, more frequent bus services, including servicing the Hinterland. Such potential actions could enhance connectivity between Hinterland and coastal areas, benefiting not only residents who rely on private vehicles, but also those who are ageing, no longer wish to drive, or lack access to a vehicle and may currently experience isolation. Dynamic and regulated parking which is discussed in the Draft DMP can in fact improve carparking availability and turnover of vehicles. Council recognises that some ideas and concepts suggested by the community and reflected in the Draft DMP may be unacceptable to other community members, therefore Phase 2 community engagement is seeking input from everyone to assist Council to determine if there is clear support or otherwise from the community on all actions and tasks within the Draft DMP.
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ORDINARY MEETING MINUTES 21 AUGUST 2025 8. PAT SPICER 4 QUESTION 1 How is the tender cost being funded for remediation and subdivision for 62/64 Lake Macdonald Drive, Cooroy? Response provided by Director Strategy & Environment, Kim Rawlings As part of the Council resolution on 20 January 2025, Council voted to “Support advancing the subdivision and remediation works subject to securing a loan facility, whilst continuing to actively pursue grant funding opportunities". Grant applications have been submitted to relevant State and Federal bodies with responses from these bodies yet to be finalised. Depending on the outcome of these grant applications, an application may be made to the Queensland Treasury Corporation (QTC) for a loan facility to fund the balance of the project costs. QUESTION 2 Thank you for the comprehensive list of land, other than 62/64 Lake Macdonald Drive owned by Noosa Council in Cooroy at the July meeting. Could you please add to this list, so it is an exhaustive list, including land labelled as “lazy land” as 62 (now 62/64) Lake Macdonald Drive Cooroy was labelled “lazy land”? Response provided by Director Strategy & Environment, Kim Rawlings Council does not label land 'lazy' as all land is allocated for a purpose. As stated in the last question Public Question on 17 July 2025, Council owned land is mostly for parks, environmental protection and land for community facilities such as libraries and grounds sporting activities with much land constrained by natural hazards. The land in bold in the following table has been added since the last meeting in July. There are some Park areas in Cooroy that are owned by the State of Queensland and not by Council. Meeting was adjourned at 5.45pm. Meeting recommenced at 5.56pm.
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9 MAYORAL MINUTES
Nil.
10 NOTIFIED MOTIONS
Nil.
11. CONSIDERATION OF COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATIONS
11.1 PLANNING & ENVIRONMENT COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATIONS DATED 12
AUGUST 2025
11.1.1. UPDATE TO INFRASTRUCTURE CHARGES RESOLUTION
That Council note the report by the Infrastructure Assessment Coordinator to the
Planning & Environment Committee Meeting dated 12 August 2025 and adopt the
“Noosa Shire Council Charges Resolution (No.9) 2025” provided as Attachment
2 to the report and take effect on 21 August 2025 replacing the previous “Noosa
Shire Council Charges Resolution (No.8) 2024”.
11.1.2. SHORT STAY LETTING AND HOME HOSTED ACCOMMODATION LOCAL
LAW – OPERATIONAL REVIEW 2024/2025
That Council note the report by the Coordinator Short Stay to the Planning &
Environment Committee Meeting dated 12 August 2025 and
A. Note the 2024/2025 Operational review of the Local Law has been
completed.
B. Agree to implement the actions identified within section 5 of this report in
accordance with the timeline detailed within Attachment 2.
C. Acknowledge and thank the stakeholders for their time and valuable
feedback.
11.1.3. 132003.220664.4 APPLICATION FOR A MINOR CHANGE TO AN EXISTING
DEVELOPMENT APPROVAL FOR MATERIAL CHANGE OF USE - EXTENSION TO AN
EXISTING SHOP - AT 12 MAPLE ST COOROY
That Council note the report by the Senior Development Planner, to the Planning &
Environment Committee Meeting dated 12 August 2025 regarding application
132003.220664.4 for a Minor Change to an existing development approval for Material
Change of Use – Extension to Existing Shop situated at 12 Maple Street, Cooroy and
described as Lot 806 C 5602 and:
A. Approve the change.
B. Amend condition 1 to read as follows:
Approved Plans
1. Development authorised by this approval must be undertaken generally in
accordance with the Approved Plans listed in the table below.
Plan No. Rev. Plan/Document Name Date
02-004-1 - Prepared by TR & SL Roper Drafting May 2006
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101 P2 Site Plan prepared by Hiller Studio 23.05.25
103 P3 Floor Plan Overall Proposed prepared by 23.05.25
Hiller Studio
312 P4 External Elevations prepared by Hiller 23.05.25
Studio
313 P4 External Elevations prepared by Hiller 23.05.25
Studio
C. Include the following additional conditions:
Façade Treatments
17. Ground floor buildings that address the Apex car park must provide a minimum of
50% transparent glazing to shop fronts.
Site Specific Conditions
18. All hazardous materials and chemicals are to be stored at or above a minimum height
of 107.5 AHD.
Stormwater Drainage
19. Stormwater runoff from the development must be disposed of on-site without causing
scour or damage to the subject site or any adjoining property.
Easements
20. All works must be kept clear of any existing or proposed easements on the subject
land, unless agreed otherwise in writing by the Grantee.
Damage to Services and Assets
21. Any damage caused to existing services and assets as a result of the development
works must be repaired at no cost to the asset owner at the following times:
22. where the damage would cause a hazard to pedestrian or vehicle safety,
immediately; or
23. where otherwise, upon completion of the works associated with the development.
Any repair work which proposes to alter the alignment or level of existing services and
assets must first be referred to the relevant service authority for approval.
Infrastructure Agreement
22. The applicant must comply with the requirements of any Infrastructure Agreement
entered into with the Council with respect to the payment of car parking contributions
in relation to the proposed development.
23. Agree to enter into an Infrastructure Agreement with the applicant that provides for
contributions in lieu of two (2) on site car parking space.
24. Note the report is provided in accordance with Section 83(9) of the Planning Act
2016.
11.1.4. 132007.2446.05 - REQUEST FOR AN OTHER CHANGE TO AN EXISTING
DEVELOPMENT PERMIT FOR MATERIAL CHANGE OF USE - VISITOR
ACCOMMODATION TYPE 4 CONVENTIONAL (VISITOR HOSTEL) TO
INCLUDE 11 ADDITIONAL BEDS AT 102 PACIFIC AVENUE SUNSHINE
BEACH
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That Council note the report by the Senior Town planner to the Planning &
Environment
Committee Meeting dated 12 August 2025 regarding application 132007.244
6.05 for an Other Change to a Development Permit for Material Change of
Use for Visitor Accommodation Type 4 Conventional (Visitor Hostel) for an
additional 11 beds at 102 Pacific Avenue, Sunshine Beach and
A. Approve a change to the development approval.
B. Include additional conditions 104 – 123 with amendments to condition 107 to
read as follows:
107 . Approved Plans
Development undertaken in accordance with this approval must generally comply
with the approved plans of development. The approved plans are listed in the
following table unless otherwise amended by these conditions.
C. Note the report is provided in accordance with Section 63(5) of the Planning
Act 2016.
D. Find the following matters relevant to the assessment and sufficient reason to
approve the application:
1. The proposed development will occur within a site already approved
for visitor accommodation.
2. A range of visitor accommodation is needed within the Shire. The r
elatively minor increase in bed numbers for the site can be appropriately
incorporated while managing impacts.
3. The proposed development height complies with the Low Density resi
dential zone maximum height of 8.0 metres above ground level.
4. The proposed development setbacks to side and rear boundaries comply
with the Low Density residential zone code.
5. The proposed development on site car parking provision complies with
Noosa plan 2020 Works code - Driveways and parking code.
6. The applicant has prepared a site-specific acoustic assessment which has
been peer reviewed. The peer review supports the recommendations of the
acoustic assessment which have been included within the conditions of the
approval.
11.1.5. PLANNING APPLICATIONS DECIDED BY DELEGATED AUTHORITY – JUNE
2025
That Council note the report by the Development Assessment Manager to the
Planning & Environment Committee Meeting on 12 August 2025 regarding
applications that have been decided by delegated authority for June 2025 as per
Attachment 1 to the Report.
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11.1.6. POMONA PLACE PILOT EVALUATION REPORT
That Council note the report by the Principal Strategic Planner to the Planning &
Environment Committee dated 12 August 2025 regarding the evaluation of the
Pomona Place Pilot and key learnings for any future Placemaking processes.
11.1.7. PLANNING & ENVIRONMENT COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATIONS EN BLOC
Council Resolution
Moved: Cr Karen Finzel
Seconded: Cr Tom Wegener
That the Recommendations of the Planning and Environment Committee meeting
dated 12 August 2025 be received and adopted except where dealt with by
separate resolution.
Carried.
Cr Frank Wilkie, Cr Karen Finzel, Cr Jessica Phillips, Cr
For: Amelia Lorentson, Cr Brian Stockwell, Cr Tom Wegener,
Cr Nicola Wilson
Against: None
11.2 SERVICES & ORGANISATION COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATIONS DATED 12
AUGUST 2025
11.2.8. GO NOOSA REPORT
That Services & Organisation Committee Agenda Item 7.1 be referred to the
General Committee due to the significance of the issue.
11.2.9. MAYOR'S ATTENDANCE - 2025 ASIA PACIFIC CITIES SUMMIT AND
MAYORS’ FORUM VIA COUNCIL OF MAYORS SEQ (INTERNATIONAL
TRAVEL)
That Council
A. Note the report by the Chief Executive Officer to the Services & Organisation
Committee dated 12 August 2025 regarding the Mayor’s attendance and
representation at 2025 Asia Pacific Cities Summit (2025APCS) and Mayors’
Forum, Expo City Dubai) and site visits organised by the Council of Mayors;
B. Approve the Mayor’s international travel for this trip (23 to 31 October 2025);
and
C. Note that the costs for the trip will be generally covered by Council of Mayors
(SEQ).
11.2.10. CAPITAL PROGRAM 2024/2025 DELIVERY STATUS
That Council note the report by the Director Infrastructure Services to the
Services & Organisation Committee Meeting dated 12 August 2025 providing an
update on the delivery of the 2024/25 Capital Works Program as at 30 June
2025.
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11.2.11. NOOSA HOLIDAY PARKS UPDATE
That Council note the report by the Commercial Business Advisor to the Services
& Organisation Committee Meeting dated 12 August 2025 providing an update
on operations of the Noosa Holiday Park Business Activity to 30 June 2025.
11.2.12. COUNCILLOR REMUNERATION UPDATE
That Council note the report by the People and Culture Manager to the Services
and Organisation Committee dated 12 August 2025 informing Council of the
determinations of the Queensland Local Government Remuneration
Commission, as detailed in the Local Government Remuneration Commission
Annual Report 2024.
11.2.13. SERVICES & ORGANISATION COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATIONS ENBLOC
Council Resolution
Moved: Cr Amelia Lorentson
Seconded: Cr Karen Finzel
That the Recommendations of the Services & Organisation Committee meeting
dated 12 August 2025 be received and adopted except where dealt with by
separate resolution.
Carried.
Cr Frank Wilkie, Cr Karen Finzel, Cr Jessica Phillips, Cr
For: Amelia Lorentson, Cr Brian Stockwell, Cr Tom Wegener,
Cr Nicola Wilson
Against: None
11.3 GENERAL COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATIONS DATED 18 AUGUST 2025
11.3.14. GO NOOSA REPORT (REFERRED FROM SERVICES & ORGANISATION
COMMITTEE DATED 12 AUGUST 2025 - ITEM 7.1)
Motion
Moved: Cr Karen Finzel
Seconded: Cr Tom Wegener
That Council:
A. Note the report by the Director Infrastructure Services to the Services &
Organisation Committee Meeting dated 12 August 2025 regarding the Go
Noosa Program;
B. Delegate authority to the Chief Executive Officer to approve the ongoing
implementation of the Go Noosa Initiatives as outlined in this report, subject
to Council’s annual budget processes;
C. Note the temporary repurpose of the carpark in the “Main Beach Local
Government Reserve” (adjacent to the Noosa Heads Surf Club) as a Main
Beach Drop-Off Zone during the peak Christmas and New Year’s Eve period
to improve safety, traffic congestion and functionality of the space;
D. Note the successful trial of temporary streetscape and parking improvements
on Hastings Street and Noosa Drive during peak periods, including that staff
will be exploring design and costs of deployable temporary "parklets" for
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future peak seasons to enhance the pedestrian safety, comfort and public
realm activation;
E. Approve the temporary carparking at the Noosa Heads Lions Park by the
Tewantin Noosa Lions Club for the holiday season subject to the following:
1. Confirm use of the Noosa Heads Lions Park as a temporary carpark
during the Christmas 2025–26 holiday period with decision on Easter
deferred until further community consultation arising from the Destination
Management Plan;
2. Authorise the CEO to negotiate terms of car parking at Noosa Heads
Lions Park with the Tewantin Noosa Lions Club to ensure Council's costs for
oversight and damage recovery at the site are fully recovered before income
sharing.
3. Implementation of a formal Traffic Management Plan (TMP) to improve
safety and vehicle management on the site;
F. Support the integration of a transparent performance and reporting
framework into the Go Noosa program, including baseline data collection and
clear outcome targets, to ensure the program delivers quantifiable benefits
for residents, visitors, and local businesses.
G. As part of the 2026/27 Budget process investigate the inclusion of other high-
demand areas such as Peregian Beach and Cooroy, with a view to improving
traffic flow, enhancing pedestrian safety, and supporting a positive visitor and
community experience.
Amendment
Moved: Cr Amelia Lorentson
Seconded: Cr Jessica Phillips
Amend Item G to read as follows:
G. As part of the 2026/27 Budget process investigate the costs, resourcing and
feasibility for the inclusion of other high-demand areas such as Peregian Beach
and Cooroy, with a view to improving traffic flow, enhancing pedestrian safety, and
supporting a positive visitor and community experience and investigate a broader
range of sustainable transport initiatives, including enhancements to Noosa’s river
transport network, boating facilities and associated land-based infrastructure, to
better serve local residents and reduce reliance on private vehicles.
Carried.
Cr Frank Wilkie, Cr Karen Finzel, Cr Jessica Phillips, Cr
For: Amelia Lorentson, Cr Brian Stockwell, Cr Tom Wegener,
Cr Nicola Wilson
Against: None
Council Resolution
Moved: Cr Karen Finzel
Seconded: Cr Tom Wegener
That Council:
A. Note the report by the Director Infrastructure Services to the Services &
Organisation Committee Meeting dated 12 August 2025 regarding the Go
Noosa Program;
B. Delegate authority to the Chief Executive Officer to approve the ongoing
implementation of the Go Noosa Initiatives as outlined in this report, subject
to Council’s annual budget processes;
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C. Note the temporary repurpose of the carpark in the “Main Beach Local
Government Reserve” (adjacent to the Noosa Heads Surf Club) as a Main
Beach Drop-Off Zone during the peak Christmas and New Year’s Eve period
to improve safety, traffic congestion and functionality of the space;
D. Note the successful trial of temporary streetscape and parking improvements
on Hastings Street and Noosa Drive during peak periods, including that staff
will be exploring design and costs of deployable temporary "parklets" for future
peak seasons to enhance the pedestrian safety, comfort and public realm
activation;
E. Approve the temporary carparking at the Noosa Heads Lions Park by the
Tewantin Noosa Lions Club for the holiday season subject to the following:
1. Confirm use of the Noosa Heads Lions Park as a temporary carpark during
the Christmas 2025–26 holiday period with decision on Easter deferred until
further community consultation arising from the Destination Management
Plan;
2. Authorise the CEO to negotiate terms of car parking at Noosa Heads Lions
Park with the Tewantin Noosa Lions Club to ensure Council's costs for
oversight and damage recovery at the site are fully recovered before income
sharing.
3. Implementation of a formal Traffic Management Plan (TMP) to improve
safety and vehicle management on the site;
F. Support the integration of a transparent performance and reporting framework
into the Go Noosa program, including baseline data collection and clear
outcome targets, to ensure the program delivers quantifiable benefits for
residents, visitors, and local businesses.
G. As part of the 2026/27 Budget process investigate the costs, resourcing and
feasibility for the inclusion of other high-demand areas such as Peregian
Beach and Cooroy, with a view to improving traffic flow, enhancing pedestrian
safety, and supporting a positive visitor and community experience and
investigate a broader range of sustainable transport initiatives, including
enhancements to Noosa’s river transport network, boating facilities and
associated land-based infrastructure, to better serve local residents and
reduce reliance on private vehicles.
Carried.
Cr Frank Wilkie, Cr Karen Finzel, Cr Jessica Phillips, Cr
For: Amelia Lorentson, Cr Brian Stockwell, Cr Tom Wegener,
Cr Nicola Wilson
Against: None
11.3.15. FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE REPORT – JULY 2025
That Council note the report by the Acting Financial Services Manager to the
General Committee Meeting dated 18 August 2025 outlining the July 2025 year
to date financial performance against budget.
11.3.16. BUDGET REVIEW 1 (BR1) FOR THE 2025/26 FINANCIAL YEAR
That Council note the report by the Acting Financial Services Manager to the
General Committee Meeting dated 18 August 2025 and approve the proposed
changes to the 2026 Budget as outlined in the Revised Budget Financial
Statements and Supporting Schedules provided in:
A. Attachments 1, 3, 4, 6 & 7 to this report and
B. Amended Attachments 2 & 5 as supplied as Attachment 1 to the Minutes -
Revised Attachment 2 Statement of Financial Position BR1 & Attachment 2 to
the Minutes - Revised Attachment 5 Financial Sustainability Ratios BR1.
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11.3.17. OPERATIONAL PLAN 2024-25 Q4 QUARTERLY REPORTING
That Council note the report by the Executive Officer to the General Committee
dated 18 August 2025 regarding the 2024-25 Operational Plan and:
A. Note the progress report for Q4 2024-25 Operational Plan to 30 June 2025
provided as Attachment 1;
B. Note the status of Council's Operational Key Performance Measures provided
as Attachment 2.
11.3.18. PLANNING &
ENVIRONMENT COURT APPEAL NO. 3746 OF 2023 – APPLICATION FOR
SHORT TERM ACCOMMODATION (15 ECO CABINS) AT 94 & 142 NOOSA
DRIVE, NOOSA HEADS
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 9.1 -
PLANNING &
ENVIRONMENT COURT APPEAL NO. 3746 of 2023 – APPLICATION FOR
SHORT TERM ACCOMMODATION (15 ECO CABINS) AT 94 & 142 NOOSA
DRIVE, NOOSA HEADS on this agenda because RACV is a sponsor of the Noosa
Lions Football Club which I am currently the president of. 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 room.
Council Resolution
Moved: Cr Amelia Lorentson
Seconded: Cr Nicola Wilson
That Council note the report by the Manager Development Assessment to the
General Committee Meeting dated 18 August 2025 regarding Planning and
Environment Court Appeal 3746 of 2023 and agree to settle the appeal generally
in accordance with the proposed conditions outlined in Attachment 1.
Carried.
Cr Frank Wilkie, Cr Karen Finzel, Cr Jessica Phillips, Cr
For:
Amelia Lorentson, Cr Tom Wegener, Cr Nicola Wilson
Against: None
Cr Stockwell returned to the room.
11.3.19. GENERAL COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATIONS EN BLOC
Council Resolution
Moved: Cr Frank Wilkie
Seconded: Cr Karen Finzel
That the Recommendations of the General Committee meeting dated 18 August
2025 be received and adopted except where dealt with by separate resolution.
Carried.
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ORDINARY MEETING MINUTES 21 AUGUST 2025
Cr Frank Wilkie, Cr Karen Finzel, Cr Jessica Phillips, Cr
For: Amelia Lorentson, Cr Brian Stockwell, Cr Tom Wegener,
Cr Nicola Wilson
Against: None
12 ORDINARY MEETING REPORTS
Nil.
13 CLOSED SESSION
Nil.
14 NEXT MEETING
The next Ordinary Meeting will be held at Council Chambers, 9 Pelican St, Tewantin
on Thursday 18 September 2025 at 10.00am.
15 MEETING CLOSURE
The meeting closed at 6.26pm.
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