2021-01-18 GC - Item 2 - Attachment 2 - Consultation Report River Plan Version 1 (2018)

                  -   Change for the sake of change has nothing going for it and is a needless waste of money.
                  -   Articulate with the plan objectives that deal with the abovementioned (refer other sections) within 5, 10 & 15 years.
                  -   Estimate additional council staff requirements for effective NR management & Plan implementation.
                  -   Estimated additional council expenses anticipated to run a NR Management Plan by NC.
                  -   A detailed cost recovery program embracing collectable fees and charges, levies and fines council proposes to introduce to cover such a river
                      managerial option.
                  -   The introduction of managerial and environmental KPIs need to be part of any NR Management Plan with publicised results achieved for the community
                      to scrutinise.
                  -   The benefit Noosa Community is to receive from a new NR Management Plan via a cost benefit analyses needs to be introduced as part of any accepted
                      plan.
                  -   In closing one must say if NC is determined to take over management of the NR then do it properly, let’s not have a repeat of the under policed lack of
                      legislation enforcement we are currently experiencing.

Private           -   Inadequate Consultation.
                  -   In coming to your conclusions you have failed to consult with the key stakeholders in the area adequately.
                  -   For example I believe there has been no representation on the so-called ‘jury’ of any resident from Noosa North Shore, which means that the whole
                      Northern half of the river has had no consultation or representation in your report.
                  -   Your comment of ‘broad a community support’ is therefore hollow and not able to be sustained with objectivity.
                  -   Detailed analysis reveals exaggerations, shortcomings and omissions.

Private           -   First I would like to commend the Council on its attempt to improve the quality of the Noosa River environment and the enjoyment of the river by the
                      stakeholder residents and visitors.
                  -   I am sure these objectives are shared with the State Government Department of Boating & Fishing who would have similar common admirable goals.
                  -   I have some reservations about the procedure in determining you recommended strategy but will generally comment (listed in other sections).

Private           -   First of all I would like to thank the Noosa council and all affiliated parties with developing this river plan
                  -   I think if the community and council can work together more ground will be made in the improvement of our river and local ecosystem.
                  -   Although the Noosa council’s intentions are with good faith
                  -   I think there are many things that the council could be focusing their time on instead of what is happening now (listed in other sections).

Department of     -   Implementation of the Action Plan:
Environment and   -   Advocacy initiatives which require Council to gain the support of the State Government and may require legislative reform.
Science           -   Council will be exploring and seeking a range of revenue sources to support the funding of achieving the objectives of this plan.
                  -   It is proposed to review the Action Plan annually to monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of implementation, as well as enable an appropriate
                      management response to emerging issues and trends occurring in the river system.
                  -   The plan itself is intended to be reviewed and updated every 5 years.
                  -   Comments:
                  -   Any legislative reform concerning DES legislation or policy would require resources and capacity.
                  -   Review of the Action Plan implementation may provide an opportunity to contribute to the management of any emerging issues in the FHA.
                  -   General comments:
                  -   A tenure blind approach may be required with all agencies signing up to the Plan to give it legislative jurisdiction.
                  -   Need to develop and administer a process for new mooring/ jetty/ activity applications to be considered by stakeholders including the Department of
                      Agriculture and Fisheries, DES, and the Australian Maritime Safety Authority.
                  -   Need to mention/ develop the assessment processes for any new venture/development located directly adjacent to the river or in a specified proximity.
                  -   Need to look at recreation (activity zoning) e.g. appropriate use of motorised v non-motorised, jet skis, and commercial use areas. The River and lakes
                      would benefit from zoning for motorised/ non-motorised vessels, and also possibly electric motors. This is especially required for Noosa River upstream
                      from Kinaba and areas around the lake.




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