2016-07-12 - Item 13 - Att 1 - Extractive Resources and Mineral Planning Study 2016

Kin Kin Creek – is not viable based on resource size and economics and likely cost of road
upgrades. The report concluded the resource not be considered in the SCRC new planning
scheme as a viable resource of regional significance. (This conclusion was also based on Meridan
Plains to the south providing sand for the region).

Cooroibah (Johns Road) – not viable in the long term because of reducing product quality,
increasing production costs, groundwater / surface water issues, acid sulphate soils issues and
practical extraction requirements ie. removal of material below the water table. The report
concluded the resource not be considered in the SCRC new planning scheme as a viable resource
of regional significance.
(Note: This site is not identified in The Noosa Plan 2006 and has now been exhausted).




3. Legislative context

3.1 Sustainable Planning Act 2009 (SPA) and Regulation
The Sustainable Planning Act 2009 identifies extractive deposits as a “core matter” to be
addressed in the preparation of a planning scheme. Extractive deposits are recognised resources
or areas of economic value, described as valuable features. SPA recognises the important
economic development and employment generation opportunities associated with mineral and
extractive natural resources.

The State Planning Policy (SPP) identifies how state interests need to be addressed in planning
schemes.



3.2    Planning Act 2016
The Planning Act 2016 was passed in Parliament in May 2016. Although not yet enacted, it will
have influence over the new planning scheme. The Act states that advancing the purpose of this
Act includes—

              (c) promoting the sustainable use of renewable and non-renewable natural
              resources, including biological, energy, extractive, land and water resources that
              contribute to economic development through employment creation and wealth
              generation…

The working draft of the Planning Regulations indicates the existing State Planning Policy 2014
would continue under the new regulations.



3.3    Other relevant Acts
The state’s resources legislation comprises:
    Mineral Resources Act 1989
    Geothermal Energy Act 2010
    Geothermal Exploration Act 2004
    Greenhouse Gas Storage Act 2009
    Petroleum Act 1923
    Petroleum and Gas (Production and Safety) Act 2004.

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