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 (12)   Gateways – The following primary gateways have been identified as important arrival and departure experiences for various
        modes of transport. Consideration has been given to the experience of centre character (landscape, built form, views, etc.),
        legibility of the centre and the hierarchy and role of spaces and streets. Primary Gateways typically mark the arrival at the edge of
        the centre and include a key view ­ a ‘first impression’ of Noosa Junction as a place. Recommendation for gateway treatments are:
        (a)   Roundabout of Noosa Drive, Coral Tree Avenue and new road at a key bend in the street, low point after crossing of a steep
              ridge, and arrival at the edge of the town centre. Other key characteristics include its adjacent Pinaroo Park activity node with
              views to Pinaroo Park as well as the location of the new town centre access road and existing character vegetation.
              Recommendations to reinforce and enhance the gateway experience include:
              (i)    Improvements to pedestrian pathways and connections (to centre); and
              (ii)   Any redevelopment of corners sites to positively address corners and reinforce the gateway (note the opportunity for
                     new uses/ built form to respond to the gateway on the narrow strip of land north­east of the new entry road).

        (b)   Noosa Drive and Sunshine Beach Road intersection is also a significant arrival point for vehicles and pedestrians. Its
              position at a bend in the street, at the low point coming off a hill, signals arrival at the edge of the activity centre. The road
              geometry highlights corner sites/ built form, framed by existing character vegetation. Pedestrian connectivity could be
              improved as the formal crossings are a long way from the desired crossing point. Any redevelopment of corners sites
              should positively address corners and reinforce the gateway (note issues with the scale and interface of Noosa Plaza
              Shopping Centre at the Noosa Dive address).
        (c)   Sunshine Beach Road and Cooyar Street intersection is a significant arrival confluence point for various modes of transport.
              The adjacent National Park and character vegetation ensures a green gateway. Popular pedestrian and cycling links
              connect to the south and east and an underpass assists with safety. This is the location of the Noosa Junction bus station
              and there is considerable parking nearby. Any further development or redevelopment should build on the gateway
              experience, protect the “green” characteristics and maintain pedestrian connectivity.


 Figure 2            Redevelopment of Bowls Club Council Car Park




 SC6.8.9             Noosa Business Centre

 (1)    Key urban design and character outcomes for Noosa Business Centre are listed below:
        (a)   Introduce and encourage architectural design requirements in keeping with the Noosa style with fine grained built form and
              pavilion style low scale development incorporating high quality landscaping.

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