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

Written Submissions

Twenty -three (23) written submissions were received via the
[email protected]         mailbox from community members who chose not to
complete the survey or who wished to provide more detailed feedback. A thematic
analysis of these submissions identified the following key themes:

   •    Retaining and strengthening the Gardens’ botanical identity
   •    Parking, access and boat ramp management
   •    Pathways and accessibility
   •    Signage, wayfinding and interpretive information
   •    Community facilities, including a pavilion and kiosk
   •    Maintaining tranquillity and supporting only low       -impact events
   •    Enhancing botanical and ecological education

In addition, a White Paper was submitted by the Chair of the Noosa Botanic
Gardens Stakeholder Reference Group, Cr Karen Finzel, recommending future
consideration of digitising the botanical collection and recognising cultural heritage
within the Master Pl an. This paper will be tabled for discussion at the next SRG
meeting in early 2026.

Recommendations

Community feedback indicates strong overall support for the Draft Master Plan
and confirms that the proposed direction aligns with the community’s values and
expectations. Most feedback related to strengthening or clarifying elements
already included in th e draft, rather than proposing substantive design changes.
The following refinements are recommended to improve clarity and community
understanding:

   1. Enhance references to community and environmental partnerships                ,
        particularly the role of the Friends of Noosa Botanic Gardens, to better
        reflect their contribution and ongoing involvement.
   2. Clarify the continuation of on -lead dog access , noting that this remains an
        important and valued use of the Gardens.



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