NOOSA BOTANIC GARDENS MASTERPLAN · Attachment 1. Noosa Botanical Gardens Masterplan_683_SD_LR002_E - Final Plan

               Executive Summary


The masterplan reinforces the botanic collection as the defining feature of the gardens, whilst balancing its protection and enhancement
with the delivery of essential future infrastructure to support growing visitation, accessibility, and long-term operational needs.



Key Actions                                                                                        Key Outcomes
Council will implement the following key initiatives to achieve these outcomes:                    Council will implement the following key outcomes over a 25 year timeframe:
• Preserve, manage and consolidate significant plant collections, resulting in improved health,    Development of a Living Collection Management Plan
  diversity and long-term resilience of the botanic assets.                                        This will include the establishment of a Project Working Group to guide short-term
• Deliver a coordinated network of universally accessible pathways, improving connectivity,        development of the Plan, and will address:
  safety and ease of movement throughout the gardens.                                              • Thematic planning and interpretation of the botanic collections
• Provide new and upgraded infrastructure, including a community facility, amenities,              • Review and evaluation of existing collections
  promenades and expanded carparking, supporting increased visitation and longer stays.
                                                                                                   • Identification of gaps within the current living collections
• Reconfigure operational areas, including relocation of the depot and nursery, alongside
  upgraded security and lighting, improving functionality, safety and operational efficiency.      • Preparation of a comprehensive Collection Management Plan, including criteria for
                                                                                                     accessioning, removal of plants, careful consolidation or rationalisation, records
• Integrate adjoining parklands and introduce additional open space, enabling greater                management, invasive species management and climate change adaptation strategies. It
  recreational use, diversified planting opportunities and enhanced visitor experience.              shall also include forward planning for the removal and/or additions of plants.
• Establish a clear hierarchy of nodes, landmarks and wayfinding elements, strengthening site
                                                                                                   The Plan will provide a strategic framework for future planting and collection development, and
  legibility and intuitive navigation.
                                                                                                   may inform detailed design stages of Master Plan implementation.
Collectively, these actions will deliver a resilient, accessible and future-ready botanic garden
that balances conservation priorities with community use, supports education and recreation,       Development of an Entry Hub Precinct
and enhances the gardens’ role as a key regional destination.                                      This will include:
                                                                                                   • A community facility/shelter (approx. 100m²)
                                                                                                   • Accessible amenities
                                                                                                   • Visitors information hub
                                                                                                   • A formal drop-off area for cars and buses
                                                                                                   • A new entry roundabout to improve traffic flow and safety
                                                                                                   • Provision of accessible parking

                                                                                                   Establishment of a Friends of Noosa Botanic Gardens Hub
                                                                                                   This will include:
                                                                                                   • Relocation and expansion of the existing compound
                                                                                                   • A dedicated education zone
                                                                                                   • A new Friends ‘House’ facility
                                                                                                   Relocation of the Council Depot
                                                                                                   This will include:
                                                                                                   • Relocation and reconfiguration of operational areas, including the nursery
                                                                                                   • Upgraded security and lighting infrastructure
                                                                                                   • Improved operational efficiency, safety and functionality
                                                                                                   Establishment of a Lakeside Promenade
                                                                                                   This will include:
                                                                                                   • Construction of universally accessible pathways
                                                                                                   • Provision of seating and informal gathering spaces
                                                                                                   • Enhanced opportunities for views and engagement with the lake edge
                                                                                                   Integration of the Northern Parklands
                                                                                                   This will include:
                                                                                                   • Provision of new picnic shelters
                                                                                                   • Additional and overflow parking areas
                                                                                                   • Designated trailer parking
                                                                                                   • Realignment of the boat ramp road and internal access roads

                                                                                                   Rejuvenation of the Amphitheatre
                                                                                                   This will include refurbishment and enhancement of the existing amphitheatre to support
                                                                                                   improved community and cultural use including a consideration for improved shade.
                                                                                                   Creation of a Nature-Inspired Playground
                                                                                                   This will provide a nature-inspired play and learning environment including active play
                                                                                                   elements within the gardens.

                                                                                                   Upgrade of Path Networks
                                                                                                   This will include:
                                                                                                   • Construction of a new maximum 4m wide accessible Garden Promenade north of the internal
                                                                                                     service road
                                                                                                   • Construction of an upgraded maximum 3m wide accessible Southern gardens path, ensuring
                                                                                                     equitable access through the Rainforest collection
                                                                                                   • Upgrades to existing pathways to improve accessibility, legibility and connectivity across the
                                                                                                     site
                                                                                                   Upgrade of security and lighting systems
                                                                                                   Upgrade of security and lighting systems across the gardens to improve safety, surveillance,
                                                                                                   and night-time usability




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