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Further information about EMF can be obtained from:
   • Commonwealth Department of Health (ARPANSA): www.arpansa.gov.au
   • Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA): www.acma.gov.au
   • World Health Organisation (WHO): www.who.int/en/



6.0 Conclusion

The proposal at 25 Railway Parade, Pomona seeks to will form a vital component of Noosa
Shire Council’s future telecommunications infrastructure requirements.

There is strong State policy support for telecommunications facilities when balancing improved
telecommunications services with environmental impacts; including for example, visual impact,
flood or fire hazard, a particular proposal provides a net community benefit.

The site has a number of characteristics that make it suitable for the construction of a new
telecommunications facility in the manner proposed. The drawings respond to the principles of
design, siting, construction and operation of telecommunications facilities as specified in the
Code of Practice whilst meeting state and local planning policy objectives.

Telstra, together with Downer have undertaken an assessment of the relevant matters as
required by the Telecommunications Act 1997 and the Noosa Plan 2020. The proposal is
considered appropriate in light of the relevant legislative, environmental, technical, radio
coverage and public safety requirements.

The proposed facility is considered appropriate for the subject site for the following reasons:

   •   The siting of the facility on an existing Telstra exchange lot ensures the protection of the
       environment and rural uses.
   •   The size of the proposed facility is only 2.26 metres at its maximum point, and won’t
       overwhelm the area or cause any overshadowing.
   •   Public views to the facility are adequately contained due to the setback of the facility
       from the roadway and the existence of exchange buildings on site.
   •   The facility will operate within the regulatory framework of Commonwealth, State and
       Local Governments.
   •   The proposal is consistent with the relevant provisions of the Planning Scheme.
   •   The facility will operate within all current and relevant Australian Standards.
   •   The proposal will not impact the existing and future uses of the area.

Based upon the above, we respectfully request Noosa Shire Council approve the application
and issue a development permit for a telecommunications facility at the site, subject to
reasonable and relevant conditions, and in accordance with the plans attached in Appendix A.




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