PM Submission - Johnny Gooderham - MCU17/0024.04

Subject: Proposed Sunshine Beach Emergency Rescue Facility
From: Johnny Gooderham
Date: 2026-10-27T22:45:54+00:00
To: Mailbox Council Mail

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Dear Mayor and Councillors,

Re: Sunshine Beach Emergency Rescue Facility (SERF)

I am writing to express my strong support for the proposed Sunshine Beach Emergency Rescue Facility (SERF), an important investment in beach safety, emergency response capabilities and the future of our local community.

The proposed facility will provide essential operational infrastructure and secure storage for rescue equipment, including inflatable rescue boats, jet skis, rescue vehicles and other lifesaving equipment.

Importantly, the facility will support three critical services operating at Sunshine Beach:

*	Volunteer Surf Lifesavers, who protect beachgoers throughout the surf lifesaving season.
*	Noosa Council Lifeguards, who provide professional lifesaving services 365 days a year.
*	Surf Life Saving Queensland Emergency Response Teams, who provide emergency response capabilities 24 hours a day.

I understand that the revised design has been carefully considered to balance operational requirements with the interests of neighbouring residents and the surrounding coastal environment.

The modest building footprint, positioning alongside the existing clubhouse, coastal native landscaping and improvements to public showers and seating demonstrate a considered approach that will also deliver benefits to the wider community.

Importantly, the facility is intended to support existing lifesaving operations without creating additional traffic or parking demand.

Sunshine Beach is an important recreational destination for residents and visitors alike. Ensuring our lifesaving and emergency response teams have the facilities and equipment necessary to operate safely and effectively should be a priority for our community.

I strongly encourage Noosa Council to support the proposed Sunshine Beach Emergency Rescue Facility and recognise its long-term value as essential community safety infrastructure.

Yours sincerely,

 

Best regards

Johnny

 

Johnny Gooderham

61 Orient Drive

Sunrise Beach, Noosa 4567

M: (+61) 0499 980 259