Meeting papers

Appendix 1 – Noosa Council Planning and Governance
Framework
Figure 1 – Noosa Corporate Plan 2023-2028 Extract




Addendum – In December 2025 Noosa Council adopted the Destination Management Plan (DMP). This Plan is
positioned below the existing Strategies detailed in Figure 1. The DMP defines the community’s expectations
for how visitation and events are managed in Noosa. It sets clear direction on protecting lifestyle, environment
and place, ensuring events operate within agreed limits and contribute positively.

Noosa Events Document Hierarchy
 Document /              Description & Purpose
 Program

 Noosa Events            Provides the overarching direction for events, including their role, value and the mix
 Strategic Framework     supported over time. It sets the Vision, Guiding Principles and Strategic Priorities that guide
 2026-2031               planning, investment and decision-making at a strategic level

 Event Management        The purpose of this Policy is to establish Council's approach to the management,
 Policy                  assessment, approval and oversight of events conducted on Council-controlled land. This
                         Policy supports implementation of the Noosa Events Strategic Framework and provides the
                         framework through which events are assessed, supported, approved and managed
 Funding & Support       Council provides funding and support programs that deliver community, cultural,
 Programs                environmental and economic benefits. Programs include Major Events Sponsorship,
                         Economic Development Grants, Regional Arts Development Fund (RADF), and Community
                         and Environment Grants.
 Event Categories &      Council's procedure for categorising and assessing events, including event categories,
 Assessment              assessment pathways and assessment principles.
 Procedure




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