Properly made submission (object) Shay Louise Boldero MCU13/0092

Subject: tt bcs 1192 MCU13/0092 Objection to proposed development in Peregian Beach - Shay Louise Boldero
From: Shay Boldero
Date: 2013-08-28T03:13:19+00:00
To: Internet Mailbox Sunshine Coast Regional Council

A submission in objection to the Proposed Commercial  Development in the Open Space Recreation zoned area of Peregian Beach 

To The Chief Executive Officer, 
Sunshine Coast Council
Locked Bag 72, 
Sunshine Coast Mail Centre, QLD 4560
File No: MCU13/0092.   
Applicant: Multispan Australia
Address of Land: 5‐7 Rufous Street, Peregian Beach. 
Proposal: Integrated shopping complex development


I wish to object to the development application referenced above.


As a current parent of the Peregian Beach Community Kindergarten, my main concern about this proposed development relates to the increased motor traffic and pedestrian traffic around the kindy.  Also the proposed development threatens the beautiful natural environment and general atmosphere of Peregian itself.


The increased safety risk to all pedestrians in Rufous Street and the surrounding access areas, including children riding their bikes and walking to the Kindy or to school buses, is a real concern.


This particular area where the proposed shopping complex is planned for, is going to effect the many special businesses centered in and around Rufous Street.  For instance, the beautiful park and oval at the back of Rufous, one of the few nature strips to walk or exercise in.  The tennis courts where there is a small play area for children to hang out whilst their parents or guardians play tennis.  Also the Peregian beach organic community garden, which is a brilliant place for the public to gain insight into community spaces and environmental education.  The peregian community hall on the corner where elderly and young people walk and drive  to for various classes.  These particular places create a very unique experience for locals and tourists alike, because it has not been commercialised like areas Maroochydore and Kawana etc.


Peregian does not need a new shopping complex.  There is one in Peregian Springs and 2 in Coolum.  Keep Peregian special and don’t be pressured to commercialise a beautiful and special area.  The roads around Peregian central would not cope with more traffic.  


The Peregian Kindy is known on the coast as one of the best kindy’s to send your child.  The waiting list is long, book your child in at 1 year old and with a bit of luck you should get a spot for when they are 4.  There’s a reason for this;  The kindy  itself is so peaceful and nurturing.  The gardens are home to many native species of animals and trees.  If the proposed development goes ahead the impact on the wild life around this and the surrounding nature strips could be devastating!


I am also concerned about the possibility of traffic overflow into the kindergarten car park from the proposed shopping complex. Apart from the nuisance of taking up Kindergarten parking spaces, which are already inadequate at times, customers of the shopping complex may not have the same mindfulness as Kindergarten parents when reversing out of their car park. 


According to the applicant's report there will be increased noise levels in Rufous Street by 5dBA to 7dBA above current noise levels after construction. This will be noticeable to the Kindergarten children, (who are accustomed to a very quiet environment) and may have a negative impact on their routine rest/sleep time during the day.


Furthermore, I object to the Commercial use of the Peregian Bowls Club area which would be in direct conflict with the zoning (Open Space/ Recreation) as set out in both The Noosa Plan 2006 and the draft Sunshine Coast Planning Scheme (2012).


The Sunshine Coast Council Open Space Strategy 2011 identifies that “Peregian Beach locality area is generally under provided for with recreational parks”(2011:35).  
I strongly object to the threatened loss of this recreational land for residents and visitors to Peregian Beach, as it would rob our families and future generations of precious community facilities to maintain healthy and active lives.


There is no doubt the introduction of a commercial development will have an adverse affect on the Kindergarten and its families as well as other current low key users of Rufous Street in terms of safety, traffic, car parking, noise and growth of community activities. 




Submitter details: 
Full Name:  Shay Louise Boldero
Address:  34 Donegal Drive, Yaroomba 4573.
Signature(if being mailed)
Date of Submission: 29 August 2013