Operational Plan 2025-2026

                                                                 OPERATIONAL PLAN 2025 - 2026


Corporate Plan Themes

The Corporate Plan is structured around five key strategic themes, each representing a critical area
of focus for Council in achieving its long-term vision for the Shire. Within each theme, the plan sets
out clear long-term objectives, identifies signature projects, and outlines key actions that will drive
progress over the life of the plan.

In addition, each theme is supported by relevant strategies and plans, ensuring a coordinated and
integrated approach to implementation. To ensure transparency and accountability, the plan also
includes a range of performance measures, which will enable Council to monitor progress, evaluate
outcomes, and report on success over time.

This structure provides a clear and measurable roadmap for delivering outcomes that reflect
community priorities and support Noosa’s ongoing sustainability, liveability, and resilience.


   1. Environment Theme
This theme focuses on the natural and built environment, waterways and coasts, and conservation
and cultural heritage. It reaffirms Council’s ongoing commitment to:
      Conserving and enhancing the natural environment
      Maintaining a village-scale built form
      Managing population growth sustainably
It also strengthens attention on emerging priorities such as:
      Improving waterway health and water quality
      Reinforcing Noosa Design Principles
      Protecting cultural heritage
These focus areas guide efforts to preserve Noosa’s unique character and environmental values.


   2. Liveability Theme
The Liveability Theme focuses on enhancing the quality of life for all residents by addressing key
areas such as housing, community facilities and services, transport, and health and wellbeing. The
goal is to foster an inclusive, connected, and vibrant community. This theme reaffirms Council’s
ongoing commitment to:
      Building community resilience
      Delivering high-quality facilities and services
      Promoting health and wellbeing
      Supporting culture and creativity
It also strengthens our focus on emerging challenges, including:
      Improving access to social and affordable housing
      Enhancing movement and transport options
      Promoting accessibility and inclusion for all community members
Together, these focus areas support a liveable Noosa where people of all ages and backgrounds
can thrive.


   3. Prosperity Theme
The Prosperity Theme focuses on building a resilient and diverse economy that supports local
businesses, encourages innovation, and promotes sustainable practices. Key focus areas include
economic development, local enterprise, innovation, arts and culture, waste management, and the
transition to a circular economy. This theme reaffirms Council’s ongoing commitment to:
Noosa Council                                                                                  Page 8