NOOSA BIOSECURITY PLAN 2026-2031 · Report

GENERAL COMMITTEE MEETING                                                                6 OCTOBER 2026


references and links to partner programs, and other minor improvements to strengthen the
document.

No submissions were received that opposed the overall intent, strategic direction or implementation
framework of the Draft Noosa Biosecurity Plan 2026-2031. The consultation process confirmed
strong support for the continued delivery of a coordinated, risk-based approach to biosecurity
management across the Noosa Shire.
A summary of submissions received and Council's responses is provided in Attachment 1.

Alongside broad community engagement, the following key stakeholders were also consulted on the
draft Plan:
     •     QLD Department of Agriculture and Fisheries – Biosecurity Queensland
     •     Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service (QPWS)
     •     Sunshine Coast Council
     •     Gympie Regional Council
     •     SEQ Water
     •     SEQ Catchments
     •     Queensland Rail
     •     Noosa & District Landcare Group


Internal Consultation
Departments consulted:
     Office of the CEO, Mayor &                Community Services               Corporate Services
             Councillors
 x       Mayor & Councillors                 Director                        Director
         Chief Executive Officer             Community Connection            Financial Services
         Executive Officers                  Sport & Active Lifestyles       Revenue Services
 x       Community Engagement                Arts & Culture                  ICT
         Governance                          Customer Experience             Procurement

                                                                             People & Culture
         Strategy & Environment              Development & Regulation        Infrastructure Services
 x       Director                            Director                        Director
 x       Strategy & Sustainability       x   Development Assessment      x   Civil and Asset operations
         Economic Development        &                                       Infrastructure Planning, Design
                                         x   Local Laws
         Destination Management                                              and Delivery
 x       Environmental Services              Environmental Health            Waste
         Innovation & Digital Hub            Building & Plumbing             Building & Facilities
         Commercial Property                 Property / Permits              Disaster Management

                                                                             Fleet