2016-06-07 - P&E Agenda - Item 3, Attachment 1 - Noosa Parklands Draft Management Plan

2.3         Allowable uses
The allowable uses (Table 2) are compatible with the park’s vision, objectives, management
framework and stakeholder expectations.

Table 2 Allowable uses within the park

                                                                                                   Allowed within
Use                      Details
                                                                                                   the park

Bushwalking, trail Low impact nature-based activities that are in keeping with the                 YES
running and nature natural setting and ambience of the park are encouraged.
observation

Picnics                  Currently there is a designated picnic area and related infrastructure    YES
                         (e.g. covered picnic table).

Play area                There are two children’s play areas and a basketball court with           YES
                         associated infrastructure.

Dog walking              Dog walking (on leash) is permitted within the park. Dog walking (off     YES
                         leash) is permitted within designated areas only.

Recreational             Recreational cycling along designated trails is permitted within the      YES
cycling                  park.

Group activities         Low impact group activities (e.g. orienteering, fitness classes, walking YES
(including               tours) are allowed within the park (subject to assessment and
commercial)              approval by Council; these may require a permit).


Bushland care            Restoring and maintaining vegetation and habitat by volunteers as         YES
activities               guided by Council

Research projects        Relevant research projects (e.g. by universities) that will increase      YES
                         knowledge of the area’s values or relevant management approaches
                         are allowed (subject to assessment and approval by Council).

Horse riding             No horse riding is permitted within the park due to the trails, bridges   NO
                         etc. not being suitable for this use.

Motorised                Due to the impact motorised vehicles can have on the values of the        NO
recreational             area, motorised vehicles are not permitted within the park.
activities (e.g. trail
bike riding)

Camping                  No camping or open fires are permitted within the park.                   NO

Other recreational       Due to the impact these activities can have on the values of the park     NO
activities including     these activities are not permitted.
fishing




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