Original APplication and technical docs

Investigations, as all values fall well below ANZECC/NHMRC Guidelines of 1992.

There are neither excesses nor anomalies within this soil profile, as tested, that would or could impinge upon the establishment of your selected plantings. Obviously other factors, such as low natural soil fertility must be taken into full consideration, for successful plant establishment.

Fish Dam Page #3 of your report. From this basic Scientific Assessment, there are neither excesses nor anomalies herein that would be of concern to existing Aquatic life or Livestock.
Due to Faecal Coliforms and the presence of Arsenic & Bariwn above guidelines with Nickel@ 14 ug/L (still below guidelines), thi!I water must he deemed unsuitable as a 110urce of Drinking Water. In our opinion for stocking of this dam. it should be aerated via the establishment of two pennanent Air Duck Bubblers. Our invoice is attached, while the Air Ducks are to be forwarded under separate cover.

Should you need to draw water from this Fish Dant for irrigation, it is quite suitable for this purpose (as tested).

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Pump Dam Page #3 of your report. From this basic Scientific Assessment, there are neither excesses
-nor anomalies herein, with all values being inside of Water Quality Guidelines for Irrigation Purposes.

As tested, this water is suitable for your irrigation purposes but must be deemed unsuitable as a source of Drinking Water.

While all care is taken in this compilation, we do not accept any liability for a lack of crop performance nor establishment of Fish or other Water Features, based on these reports or guidelines.

We do however assure you of our best attention to your requirements at all times.

Sincerely Yours

Ian Ward  Manager - Field Services

Irri-Golf Designs

Fax: 0755-768267

Date: 21/6/98

Att: David Hanby

Dear David,
Ref: Kabi Road Fertigation

Finally bad the pleasure of meeting up with Rena and Lance on Friday last.

While I sit working up a report and a program of how-when-where & why, I am reminded that this is a perfect opportunity to lay a Fertigation design to suit the farms long term nutritional requirements.

Two fertigation aspects to consider:

l. Water quality - yet to be determined from a partially completed dam.
Should we find at a later stage, this water to be high in dissolved clay colloidal particles, Aluminium Silicates or other anomalies that could impinge upon the production of desired Greens.Tees or Surrounds we should allow for a perpetual fertigation system as part of your design
In such cases (if in fact required) we gain great soil/course benefits in establishing between a 1 and 2 ppm perpetual injection ofBiolator- a natural P3K chelatinglsolubising acid. 1-2 litres:Meg.

Given the diverse nature of the Farms tree selection, our aim is to broadly ensure that the soil is corrected and balanced to suit the 3 planting groups. Having said that, it would be my intention to support that establishment by a common fertigation cycle of biological nutrition that Lance could inject out on a regular and programmed basis - regardless of species, as the soiI has been corrected to suit their various nutritional requirements.

Bound to avoid a lot of headaches down the track.

Best Regards

K.abi Road Golf Farm

23/6/98

Att: Rena and Lance

Dear Rena and Lance,

Ref: Meeting of Friday 19/6/98

Thank you for having me on site on Friday last - I enjoyed being there.

Selected Nutritional Standard for the Farm and Golf Course
As discussed, your aspirations and our advice, would broadly fall within the attached "National Standard For Organic And Bio-Dynamic Produce" adoption of March 1997.

Tree Planting - Establishment & Maintenance

When your earthworks are more subdued, I propose that we broadly identify the differing soil types and take 3 to 4 soil samples (from suitable grids) so that I may raise nutritional and land-physical programs to suit the selected sites, for:
Olives
Citrus Family Herb Groups
Tropical - Sub Tropical fruit family

Your to-be-retained Gum tree stands must have a clear no Phosphorus and no enhanced nutritional de-markation zone which should extend from the trunk outward to a point 3-5 mtrs beyond the drip line.

With reference to our discussion on the potential for you to fully fertigate all plantings with common Biology - please refer to the attached sheet sent to David for his attention. Once the soil profiles are balanced to suit the differing crop requirements, they all have common need of complexed Biology to enter into sustainability. Deliberate overlaps of Biology and Biologically complexed nutrition from these fertigation sprinklers onto trunks and drip lines of the to-be-retained Gums should be avoided, but such exposure will not impact negatively if infrequent

Tensiometers available ex Burbank Resources should be established in 3 tree sites to build a water use history. Particularly easy to both over fertilise and to over water on high Organic Carbon soils.

Water Quality

Just as soon as associated earthworks are completed. and your dam has had time to fill and stabilise to some degree, a water sample needs to be taken for its nutritional content while also determining for negative elemental inputs that could impinge upon crop or course development. This water quality test would also permit firm guidelines to be raised for its use in foliar equipment - to ensure applied corrections "work". In my opinion you may need to consider having a perpetual injector system setup, but this can only be qualified by a full water test.

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Environmental Assessment

You may at the same time wish to have Environmental Assessments performed on your dam water and from a composite across-the-property soil sample.
Correct sampling and storage of the specimens are vital.
These may be useful down the track, as coupled with your Nutritional Standards would display an awareness of and commitment to, Environmental responsibility rather than to that often used and meaningless "Environmentally friendly" terminology.

Can be a costly exercise in the vicinity of$800.00, yet sets a recognised standard open to any examination - best method is to perfom1 a "Prior To Treatment" and a "Post Treatment" Assessment around 6+ months apart. Will supply complete guidelines when we get closer to a demand for these.

Safety Data Sheets

Selected and typical Safety Data Sheets from the Petrik group of products are attached. While not designed for human consumption, all Petrik products are safe to apply around all plants and animals, near all waterways and any "play" activities without withholding periods or risk There is no associated toxicology as the estimated risk is in eye contact or via an allergic reaction to natural products with mainly low pH.

You do not require Hazchem storage facilities nor qualifications/license to house or to use our P3K product group.

Costing

Field services including travel Additional computer generated repor6ng
Soil tests with recommendations and guidelines

$:'i00.00 per day or part thereof
$:'i0.00 per hour
$115.00

Water test with recommendations and guidelines $65.00

Environmental Assessment Water & Soil Tensiometers
$800.00 approximately for both
P.O.A.

Until such time that the Greens sand and compost sample results come to hand I shall close and wish you every success.

Sincerely Yours

Tan Ward Manager-Field Services

Encl...

REPORT TO: ATTF.NTION : GROWRR

DAVID HANBY

Rl,OCK:

PrQject TOPSOIL
Site #I

FROM: OATT. : ANALYSTS:
BUP•.B.\...1\l'K RESOURCES 13/5/98
FULL SOIL

TEST	 RESULT	CO.'l.1MENTS		TEST	 P.ESULT	C0.'!1MENTS

pH ( 1 :5 water)	4 70	LOW	Potassium	21	TOO LOW
			(&mg/kg		
Conductivity	0.03	TOO LOW	meq  %	0.06	TOO LOW
mS/cm					
Nitrate N		TOO LOW	%  cation	1.74	TOO LOW
(N) mg/kg					
RSRS Phosph.	3	TOO LOW	Calcium	459	TOO LOW
(P) mg/kg			(Ca) mg/kg		
Bicarb PhOSfJh.	3	TOO LOW	meq %	2.29	TOO LOW
(P) mg/kg					
Sulph11r	7	OK	0/4 cation	67.67	GOOD
(S) mg/kg					
Organic Carbon	2.24	VERY GOOD	Magnesium	112	LOW
(C)%			(Mg) mg/kg		
Zinc	0.54	LOW	meq %	0.93	LOW
(Zn) mg/kg					
Cop1Jer	0.23	BTTLOW	% cation	27.52	GOOD
(Cu) mg/kg					
Manganese	0.11	LOW	Sodh1m	24	GOOD
(Mn) mg/kg			(Na) mg/kg		
Tron	106.10	HTGH	meq %	0.10	GOOD
(Fe) mg/kg					
Boron (B) mg/kg	0.06	LOW	c:it!on	3.08	GOOD
Chloride	15	LOW	Molybdenum	NIA
(Cl) mg/kg			(Mo) mg/kg	

While all care is taken in this com1Jilation, R11rbank Res011rces does not accept any rl.'sponsibility for a lack of crop
performance based on this report.

While low, Calcium, Magnesium & Sodium are in a sound Cation% halance. Potassium is too low which we would expect. Very sound Organic Carbon%. s it's a pretty straight forward correctional program.
High fron & a low Sulphur Environment We need to KNOW our water quality intended for this site to avoid nutritional pitfalls before they commence.

REPORT TO: ATTF,NTJON : GROWF:R

DAVID HANBY

BLOCK:

Prqject SUB-SOTL
Site #1

FROM: 0ATF, : ANALYSTS:
BUP..BL l\fK RESOURCES 13/5/98
FULL SOrL

..a-.i..-..., i...,,..11TEST	 lIBSULT	COi. £. 1ElVTS		TEST	  T>V(;!TTT T	r...n_..1....1,.:,.,0.......J:.,.l..'1V.L."..r/.:\.'T.T	{..;,!

pH ( 1:5 w!!ter)	4.50	LOW	Pot!!ssium	22	LOW
			(K) mg/kg		
Con(l11ctivity	003	LOW	mt>q o;.,	0.06	LOW
mS/cm					
Nitrate N		LOW	%, cation	2.98	LOW
(N) mg/kg					
RSF:S Phosph,	3	LOW	C!!kh•m	213	LOW
(P) mg/kg			(Ca) mg/kg		
Rkarh Phosph.		LOW	meq%	1.17	LOW
(P) mg/kg					
S11lph11r	7	LOW	0/4 cation	61.44	GOOD
(S) mg/kg					
Org!!nk Carbon	1.21	GOOD	Magnesi11m	70	LOW
(C)¾			(Mg) mg/kg		
Zinc	0.44	OK	meq %	0 58	LOW
(Zn) mg/kg					
Co1-1per (Cu) mg/kg	0.18	OK	% cation	30.77	GOOD
Manganese (Mn) mg/kg	0.12	OK	Sodium (Na) mg/kg	21	GOOD
Tron	78.40	HTGH	meq %	009	GOOD
(Fe) mg/kg
Boron	0.07	GOOD	1v cation	4.82	GOOD
(B) mg/kg
Chloride	11	LOW	Molybden11m	NIA
(Cl) mg/kg	(Mo) mg/kg

While all care is taken in this compilation, R11rbl"!nk Resources does not accept l"!ny responsibility for a lack of crop
perlormance based on this report.

As tested, no anomalies herein suggestive of acid Sulphates or Sodium Chloride intmsions. STTE unseen.

A sub-soil profile wholly lacking energy, with high Iron, but once again the m jor Cations other than Potassium, are in a very sound halance. Quite strong stahle humic frnctions down this deep, auger well for plant growth via sound root establishment.

Drainage and definitely water quality, would have to be determined via a site inspection.

Unless this area is likely to he influenced hy Sodium/Chloride or acid Sulphate water intmsions and rising water tahles, and
su ject to a nutritional site evaluation, we cannot see any negative influences based on this Site #1 test and its corresponding #1 topsoil.

RF,PORT TO :	DA VTD HANBY
ATTENTION:
GRO\ /ER	BLOCK :
Kabi Road Project TOPSOTL
Site #2

FROM:
DATF. ;
,. 1'iALYSIS :
BURBANK
RF:SOURCF.S
13/5/98
FULL SOIL

TEST	 RESULT	COMMENTS		TEST	 RESULT	COMMENTS

pH ( 1:5 water)	480	LOW	Potassium	62	LOW
			(K) mg/kg		
Conductivity	0.06	TOO LOW	meq  %	0.16	LOW
mS/cm					
Nitrate N	10	BTTLOW	%  cation	2.38	LOW
(N) mg/kg					
BSES Phosph.	4	TOO LOW	Calcium	910	BIT LOW
(P) mg/kg			(Ca) mg/kg		
Bicarb Phosph.	6	TOO LOW	meq %	4.55	BTTLOW
(P) mg/kg					
Sulphur	11	OK	% cation	68.21	GOOD
(S) mg/kg					
Organic Carbon	3.50	VERY GOOD	Magnesii1m	228	GOOD
(C)¾			(Mg) mg/kg		
Zinc	0.89	GOOD	meq%	1.88	GOOD
(Zn) mg/kg					
Co1,per (Cu) mg/kg	0.25	OK	% cation	28.23	GOOD
Manganese	0.26	LOW	Sodium	18	GOOD
(Mn) mg/kg			(Na) mg/kg		
Tron	4.09	GOOD	meq %	0.08	GOOD
(Fe) mg/kg					
Boron	0.05	LOW	% cation	1.17	GOOD
(B) mg/kg					
Chloride	17	LOW	Molybdenum	NIA
(Cl) mg/kg			(Mo) mg/kg	

While all care is taken in this compilation, Burbank Resources does not accept any responsibility for a lack of crop
performance hased on this report.

Good clean low-energy soil profile where the major Cations, excluding Potassium, are in a sound balance.

Quite striking Organic Carbon % levels. Very straight forward corrections based on these results.

There are no nutritional anomalies here, that would impinge upon establishment of to-be selected species. Site inspection
.L	•'.L	..	.L	,reauired as is the tvne and densitv of nominated nlantin!!s.

RHRBA.NK RF OTTRC'F.
P.O. ROX S024
DAISY HILL	Q!d.	4127
Phone/Fax 07-32095299
Mobile 019-61R4S7

RF,PORT TO :	DAVTD HANBY
ATTF:NTTON :
Kabi Road Project SUB SOTL

FROM:
DATF, :
BURBANK RF:SOURCF:S 13/5/98

GROWER	BLOCK:	Site #2
FULL SOIL

TEST	 RESULT	COMMENTS		TEST	 RESULT	COMMENTS

!)H ( 1:S water)	4.90	LOW	Potassium	20	LOW
			(K) mg/kg		
Conductivity	0.02	LOW	meq  %	0.05	LOW
mS/cm					
Nitrate N	3	GOOD	% cation	1.18	LOW
(N) mg/kg					
BSES Phosph.	3	LOW	Calcium	584	GOOD
(P) mg/kg			(C.a) mg/kg		
Bicarb Phosph.	4	LOW	meq %	2.92	GOOD
(P) mg/kg					
Sulphur	7	LOW	% cation	66.94	GOOD
(S) mg/kg					
Organic Carbon	1.63	GOOD	Magnesium	158	GOOD
(C)%			(Mg) mg/kg		
Zinc (Zn) mg/kg	0.51	GOOD	meq %	1.32	GOOD
Copper	0.28	GOOD	% cation	30.19	GOOD
(Cu) mg/kg					
Manganese	0.16	OK	Sodium	17	GOOD
(Mn) mg/kg			(Na) mg/kg		
Iron	7.16	GOOD	meq %	0.07	GOD
(Fe) mg/kg					
Boron (B) mg/kg	0.11	GOOD	% cation	1.69	GOOD
Chloride	9	LOW	Molybdenum	NIA
(Cl) mg/kg			(Mo) mg/kg	

While all care is taken in this compilation, Burbank Resources does not accept any responsibility for a lack of crop
performance hased on this report.

Very rational sub-soil values within a particularly sound Organic Carbon% soil type.

Excluding Potassium, the major cations are in a particularly good halance - each to the other. There are no nutritional anomalies revealed here- simply a low-energy, clean, low CEC sub soil.

BURBANK RESOURCES
P.O. BOX 5024
DAISY HILL	Qld.	4127

Mobile 019-618457

REPORT TO: ATTENTION: GROWER

DAVID HANBY

RLOCK:
Kabi Road Project TOPSOIL
Site #3

FROM: DATE: ANALYSTS;
RURRANK RESOURCES 13/5/98
FULL SOfL

TEST	----  RESULT	COM_MENTS		TEST	 RESULT	COM_MENTS

pH ( 1:5 water)	5.20	LOW	Potassium	31	LOW
			(K) mg/kg		
Conductivity	0.03	TOO LOW	meq  %,	0.08	LOW
mS/cm					
Nitrate N	1	TOO LOW	% cation	0.99	POOR
(N) mg/kg					
RSES Phosph.	4	TOO LOW	Calcium	1201	OK
(P) mg/kg			(C.,a) mg/kg		
Bicarb Phosph.	9	TOO LOW	meqo/o	6.00	OK
(P) mg/kg					
S11lph11r	6	LOW	% cation	74.65	GOOD
(S) mg/kg					
Organic Carbon	3.65	VERY GOOD	Magnesium	219	GOOD
(C)¾			(Mg) mg/kg		
Zinc	1.55	GOOD	meq 0/n	1.8?,	GOOD
(Zn) mg/kg					
Copper (Cu) mg/kg	0.06	POOR	% cation	22.69	TOUCH LOW
Manganese	0.61	OK	Sodium	?,1	GOOD
(Mn) mg/kg			(Na) mg/kg		
Iron (Fe) mg/kg	2.05	GOOD	meq %	0.13	GOOD
Boron	()_0?,	LOW	% cation	1.68	GOOD
(B) mg/kg					
Chloride	16	LOW	Molybdenum	NIA
(Cl) mg/kg			(Mo) mg/kg	
While all care is taken in this compilation, Burbank Resources does not accept any responsibility for a lack of crop
performance based on this report.

Striking Organic Carbon% at this site·- stable humic fractions and probably high NH4 conditions. Good base from which to commence any operation.

Once again, there are no anomalies and no reasons why, without correct nutritional balance, you may not produce your selected species.

A site inspection for drainage, topography/water quality and plant/grass selection must support this nutritional submission.

REPORT TO:
i'..TTENTION:
GROWER

DAVID HANBY

BLOCK:
Kahi Road Project SUB SOIL
Site #3

FROM: D.A.TE: ANALYSIS:
Rl_lRBANK RESOURCES 13/5/98
FULL SOIL

TEST	 RESULT	COlvfMENTS		TEST	 RESULT	COMlvfENTS

pH ( 1:5 water)	4.80	LOW	Potassium	11	LOW
			(K) mg/kg		
Conductivity	0.03	LOW	meq  %,	0.03	LOW
mS/cm					
Nitrate N	1	LOW	lo cation	1.16	LOW
(N) mg/kg					
RSES Phosph.	2	LOW	Calcium	321	LOW
(P) mg/kg			(Ca) mg/kg		
Bicarb Phosph.	2	LOW	meq%	1.61	LOW
(P) mg/kg					
Sulph11r	7	OK	% cation	65.78	GOOD
(S) mg/kg					
Organic Carbon (C)%	1.47	GOOD	Magnesii1m (Mg) mg/kg	89	LOW
Zinc	0.31	OK	meq%	0.74	LOW
(Zn) mg/kg Copper	0.18	GOOD	% cation	30.40	GOOD
(Cu) mg/kg					
Manganese (Mn) mg/kg	0.20	OK	Sodium (Na) mg/kg	15	GOOD
Iron	12.09	BIT HTGH	meq %	0.07	GOOD
(Fe) mg/kg Boron	0.05	LOW	% cation	2.67	GOOD
(B) mg/kg					
Chloride	14	LOW	Molybdenum	NIA
(Cl) mg/kg			(Mo) mg/kg	

While all care is taken in this compilation, Burhank Resources does not accept any responsibility for a lack of crop
performance based on this report.

Sound Organic C'..arhon at this deep profile.

Major Cations, other than Potassium, remain well balanced.

There are no anomalies here, no negatives. Correct nutritional halance will hold you in good staid throughout.

I have a feeling that NH4 values may well be high and positive throughout the property if these 4 Sites are typical.

RRPORT TO:	DAVTD HANBY
ATTRNTJON:
GROWER	BLOCK:
Kabi Road Project SOBSOTL
Site #4

FROM:
DATR:

BURBANK RF.SOURCES 13/5/98
FlJLL SOIL

TEST	 RESULT	COMMENTS		TEST	 RESULT	COMMENTS

pH ( 1 :5 water)	4.60	LOW	Potassium	67	LOW
			(K) mg/kg		
Conductivity	0.03	LOW	meq  %	0.17	LOW
mS/cm					
Nitrate N		LOW	0/o cation	7 15	GOOD
(N) mg/kg					
BSES Phosph.	3	LOW	Calcium	287	LOW
(P) mg/kg			(Ca) mg/kg		
Ricarb Phosph.	11	LOW	meq%	1.44	LOW
(P) mg/kg					
Sulphur	9	OK	%  cation	59.69	GOOD
(S) mg/kg					
Organic Carbon	1.41	GOOD	Magnesium	80	LOW
(C)¾			(Mg) mg/kg		
Zinc (Zn) mg/kg	2.06	GOOD	meq%	0.67	LOW
Cop1,er	1.09	GOOD	% cation	27.73	GOOD
(Cu) mg/kg					
Manganese	0.34	OK	Sodium	30	GOOD
(Mn) mg/kg			(Na) mg/kg		
tron	418.80	EXTREME	meq %	0.13	GOOD
(Fe) mg/kg					
Boron (B) mg/kg	0.07	GOOD	% cation	5.43	GOOD
Chloride	2	LOW	Molybdenum	NIA
(Cl) mg/kg			(Mo) mg/kg	

While all care is taken in this compilation, Burbank Resources does not accept any responsibility for a lack of crop
performance hased on this report.

Extremes oflron yet low Sulphur, in a pH that is quite rational for this deep good O.C. % soil type.

Major Cations are in a good sound halance.

Other than Iron, there are no nutritional negatives or anomalies. Observe balanced nutrition at all times. No Topsoil was supplied from this site #4.
Site inspection required and a full understanding of your water source and its quality.

IF DRAWING WATER FROM WELLS OR BORES WITHIN THIS PROPERTY, HIGH PIPE SCALING AND BLOCKAGES
OF FINE (even average aperture) JETS, ARE VERY LIKELY.

BURBANK RESOURCES		Phone/Fax 07-32095299	
P.O. BOX 5024 DAISY HILL	Qld.	4127		Mobile 019-618457	
Kahi Road Golf			RURRANK
REPORT TO:		FROM:	RESOURCES
ATTENTION :	Rena and Lance GROWF,R	Lance Jackson	BLOCK :	COMPOST	DA TE : Greens C',ompost	ANALYSTS;	27/6/98 FULL SOfL

TEST	 RESULT	COMMENTS		TEST	 RESULT	COMMENTS

pH ( 1:5 water)	7.50	High	Potassium	1148	Extreme
			(K) mg/kg		
Conductivity	0.96	High	meq  0/n	2.94	Extreme
mS/cm					
Nitrate N	69	Good	% cation	12.43	Extreme
(N) mg/kg					
RSF.S Phosph.	2374	Extreme	Calcium	2845	Good
(P) mg/kg			(Ca) mg/kg		
Bicarb Phosph.	805	Extreme	meqo/o	14.23	Good
(P) mg/kg					
Sulphur	164	High	%  cation	60.09	Low side
(S) mg/kg					
Organic Carbon	5.36	Good	Magnesium	626	Touch high
(C)¾			(Mg) mg/kg		
Zinc	5.66	Good	meq%	5.22	Touch high
(Zn) mg/kg					
Copper	0.94	Good	% cation	22.04	Low
(Cu) mg/kg					
Mangane	1.20	Good	Sodium	296	High
(Mn) mg/kg			(Na) mg/kg		
Iron (Fe) mg/kg	8.68	Good	meq %	1.29	High
.Boron	1.24	Good	% cation	5.44	Good
(B) mg/kg					
Chloride	504	High	Molybdenum	NIA
(Cl) mg/kg			(Mo) mg/kg	

While all care is taken in this compilation, Burbank Resources does not accept any responsibility for a lack of crop
performance based on this report.

Comments applied are for Compost period - and does not as such, take into account a blending % with selected sand

This is a quite well halanced compost mix, requiring on site corrections and definitely Biology hefore blending. As long as you are happy with particle sizing, then this material has a good semblance of order about it.

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BURBA.N.K RESOURCES
P.O. BOX 5024
DAISY HILL	QLD	4127

PHONE  07-32095299
FAX 07-32095299
MOBILE 019 618 457

Kabi Road Golf Farm

Date: 27/6/98

Ref: Golf Greens Blending Overview

Dear Rena and Lance,
While you are paying for the exercise and you may do what you will with it, there is a considerable amount of
intellect behind the following compilation - as there is in all that we have and intend achieving with you. There are a great number of Greenkeepers and Clubs who would like to get their hands on this specific nutritional and correctional data. It belongs to you.

As long as you are satisfied with the particle sizes of the tested compost and sandc;, either the Medium Sand or Bowling Green Sand stack up best nutritionally for blending - Medium Sand preferred	Biology however MUST be engaged on site IN the compost.

Depending on how moist the compost is, two cubic mtrs of compost will come in at ro11ghly 1,00 tonne

Have your Compost supplier blend into the Compost BEFORE delivery:
I 0.00 kilos/per tonne Dolomite+
5.00 kilos/per tonne Sulphate of Potash
Wind-Row the compost. u a road water tanker/or hand gun to apply the following with water drench 50 ml/per tonne Btr-Bxi+
5 ml/per tonne Tmpul C'..ohalt+
5 ml/per tonne Impulse Molybdenum+ 20 ml/per tonne Complexed Hi-N+
20 ml/per tonne Omega	All together per tonne and they do not have to be spot on.

OR simply spray these materials onto the compost PER TONNE as it is being blended with the sand via screen mixing

Via screening try for a blend mix of6-9% Treated Compost per volume of Medium Sand. 7% being ideal with 93% Medium Sand

- Upon establishment of Greens, fertigate or boom spray the finished surface:
2.50 ltr/ha Btr-Bxi+
0.50 ltr/ha Impulse Molybdenum+
0.50 ltr/ha Impulse Cobalt+
2.50 ltr/ha Complexed Hi-N+
2.50 ltr/ha Omega

fony Brown and I will now communicate re Grass type and method/s of establishment.

We can arrange for the blending. screening etc if you wish, for in our opinion it is important to have these foundations laid correctly.

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Thank you very much for your interest in Land for Wildliftt. Enclosed, you will find a Land for Wildlife information brochure (if you already have one, you may wish to hand this on to a neighbour) and a checklist The aim of the checklist is to assist you in identifying Issues you may wish to raise for discussion with the extension officer an is designed for your personal use.

Registration In the Land for Wildlife scheme Is subject to the outcome of a property assessment which Is conducted during a property visit. This property visit usually lasts 2 hours, allowing time for discussion and a look around your property with you. The condition of vegetation and aquatic systems on your property will be evaluated in terms of their value as habitat for our native plants and animals. It would be appreciated lfwe could also look at areas that you are restoring, for example through replanting, protection from stock, weed management, and so on.

Possibilities for further integrating_wildlife habitat into present land management objectives may be discussed. A plan for the integration of environmental protection into your property management can be developed with your Input	·
Should your property not be eligible for registration In tha scheme immediately, you may' wish to work towards registration with ongoing assistance from the extension officer in the form of information and contacts.	·

Participants In the Land for W'ildlife scheme receive regular newsletters and technical management notes that deal with common issues affecting landowners. Registered landholders also receive a Land for Wildlife sign which acknowledges the efforts you are making to contribute to nature conservation.
Should you have further inquiries about this matter, and to arrange a convenient time for the property visit, please contact me on 49	331.

S rety,
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Gath Moran
Land for 'Midlife Extension Officer

VOLUNTARY WILDLIFE CONSERVATION
QUEENSLAND
.Land/or Wildlife
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Phone: (07) 3257 3112
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P.O. Box 134
New Farm, Old 4005

Report on
Community Research for the
Kabi Road Golf Farm Project

by
Annie Bark/ & Associates

February, 1999

CONSULTANCY  OF SOCIAL	SCIENTISTS•

CONTENTS
SITUATIONAL ANALYSIS	3
METHODOLOGY	5
DETAILED FINDINGS
Intercept Survey	7
Demographics	7
Perception of Importance of Agriculture to the Area	8
Perception of Economic Perspective to Agricultural in the Area	9
Need for Value-adding Opportunities	11
Perceived Benefits of Value-adding Activities	12
Perceived Threats of Value-adding Activities	14
Response to Permaculture Approach	15
Level of Agreement to Aspects of Proposal	19
Level of Support of Aspects of Proposal	22
Perception of Level of General Support for Proposal	25
Level of Support for Features of Proposal	26
Respondents' Level of Support for Proposal	28
Level of Demand for the Facility	29
Further Comments from Respondents	30
lndepth Interviews
Specific Issues of Neighbours	32
General Observations	32
Response to Permaculture Approach	33
Response to Permaculture and Value-adding Approach	34
Level of Support of Aspects of Proposed Project	35
Further Comments	36
ANALYSIS OF RESULTS	38
CONCLUSION	43
RECOMMENDATIONS	47

APPENDIX A
APPENDIX B
Questionnaire
Visuals Aids

Situational Analysis

As part of the process to gain approval for the development of an integrated permaculture designed organic orchard and an 18-hole par 3 golf course at Kabi Road, Cootharaba via Boreen Point Noosa Shire requires a 'needs' analysis. This 'needs' analysis is to address the likely levels of patronage, profile of users, extent of catchment and demand for ancillary sports and recreation facilities such as tennis courts. The needs analysis should be measured against the aims and objectives of the Strategic Plan.

Essentially, an appropriate research methodology was required to conduct this needs analysis in accordance with these aims and objectives, namely:

Agriculture is an important contributor to the Shire's economy. The maintenance of an economically viable agriculture sector will require recognition of and response to
changes to traditional markets and the emergence of new markets. Growth areas within the industry are expected to be in the areas of farm forestry, macadamias, sugar cane, small-scale specialised crops and agricultural tourism. Economic performance can also be enhances by providing opportunities for value-adding to occur, before agricultural produce leaves the farm gate (27.1.2.1).
Encourage the ongoing, productive use of good quality agricultural land for sustainable agricultural development (27.1.3.2).

The recreational opportunities available in Noosa Shire are an important element to the Shire's attraction to residents and visitors (27.6.1.2).

Encourage the development of a range of recreational facilities, which are directly related to the Shire's natural core values and which are focussed on outdoor themes
and the Shires cultural heritage (27.6.3).

Ensure threat recreational development and activities do not adversely impact on the Shire's natural core values or reduce the quality of recreational experience provided
by the Shires natural resources (27.6.3.2).

The Kin Kin/Cootharaba/Boreen Point locality will retain its remote setting, small-scale rural villages and agricultural focus (10.4).

The primary economic activity across the locality will be agricultural, while is also
expected to generate a significant component of direct and indirect employment (10.4).

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Such business can assist in providing focal employment opportunities as diversifying
the local economy and are encouraged in areas where the business will not impact on the environment or amenity on surrounding areas (10.4).
Other aspects presented by Council for the Kin Kin/Cootharaba/Boreen Point Locality included that the principal focus for recreation activities will be on improve recreation
and education opportunities, day tripping opportunities through the Shire's hinterland including those uses which are significant employment generators.

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Such business can assist in providing local employment opportunities as diversifying the local economy and are encouraged in areas where the business will not impact
on the environment or amenity on surrounding areas (10.4).
Other aspects presented by Council for the Kin Kin/Cootharaba/Boreen Point Locality included that the principal focus for recreation activities will be on improve recreation and education opportunities, day tripping opportunities through the Shire's hinterland
including those uses which are significant employment generators.

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Methodology

Objective of the Research
The objective of this research is to conduct a needs analysis to:
assess the need for and benefits of this project to residents and visitors to Noosa Shire
identify any opportunities to the project by residents and visitors for incorporation into the design, development and implementation of the project
identify any constraints to the project in order to minimise any adverse impact on the environment, resident and visitors.

Scope of the Research
The scope of this research incorporates distinct demographical characteristics within the target population. Consequently, the total sample (n=75) was stratified to include:

Quantitative Research (Intercept Survey - Questionnaire)
community members (residents, business operators) within the Kin Kin/ Cootharaba/Boreen Point Locality (n=30)
visitors to Noosa Shire (n=30)

Qualitative Research (lndepth Interview)
property owners/operators neighbouring the development site (n=10)
business operators in the area (n=5)

All respondents were interviewed face to face, either by previously arranged appointment times or household/intercept interviews. The more executive style interviews where appointments will be necessary were unstructured and took up to 60 minutes. While the household and intercept interviews were conducted using a structured questionnaire that took no more than 15 minutes.

The research was conducted in the weeks beginning Monday 15th and 22nd, February 1999.

Questionnaire
The questionnaire was designed and development by Annie Barkl & Associates with technical expertise provided by Project Manager, Mr Gary Dillon. The survey commenced on approval of the questionnaire by the client.

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The questionnaire (Appendix A) was designed to meet with the objective of the research, ascertain the need for such a project in this area and be objective in order to gain a the perceptions of the community of impact to the proposed 'golf farm'.

Visual Support
To ensure the respondents had an appreciation of the proposed project, visual prompts were presented to the respondent where appropriate during the interview (Appendix 8).

These visual prompts consisted of:
a map of Kin Kin/Cootharaba/Boreen Point area
a map of Kin Kin/Cootharaba/Boreen Point area depicting the site of the proposed
project
a Development Concept Plan

Response Rate
The response rate was excellent. People were keen to be involved in the survey and the indepth interviews, interested in the proposal and concept and appreciated that their opinions were sought.

Not one respondent terminated the interview once it had commenced.

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DETAILED FINDINGS - Intercept Survey

Demographics Distribution of Random Sample
Local Residents	Visitor to Area	Total
30	30	60
Distribution of Gender		
	Resident	Visitor	Total	
Male	16	14	30	
Female	14	16	30	
Distribution of Age		
	Resident	Visitor	Total	
18 to 25 years old	5	9	14	
26 to 35 years old	6	9	15	
36 to 45 years old	12	5	17	
46 to 55 years old	5	5	10	
56 to 65 years old	2	2	4	
Over 65 years old		

Visitors' Principal Place of Residence
Elsewhere on S'shine Coast	1
Brisbane City	10
Sth East Queensland	3
Rest Queensland	3
Interstate	10
Overseas	3
Level of Golfing Activity
Resident	Visitor	Total
A keen golfer	1	1
A social golfer	5	6	11
A novice - 'fun' golfer	9	10	19
Potential - any of the above	3	7	10
Never likely to play golf -
Support the concept	9	5	14
Do not support concept	4	1	5

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Perception of Importance of Agriculture to the Area

01 a	Considering local agricultural production, what commercial crops are currently produced in this area?

First Mentioned
Sugar Bananas
Others Pineapple Stone fruit Citrus Vegetables Exotic Fruit

01 b	How important is this agriculture to the economy of this area?

	Very Important	Important	Not at all Important	Don't Know
Resident	17	10		3
Visitor	7	7		16
Total	24	17		19

Comment:	68% of respondents considered that agricultural was important to the local economy. Visitors were a large proportion of those respondents that did not know (32%).

01 c	Why do you say that?

Residents Responding: Very Important/Important - Verbatim Responses
Big companies taking approach has changed Gives the community a cash flow
It supports the rest of the community Mainstay of the area
Creates permanent jobs for locals Always been in the area
Our only source of income Need it
Not much to attract tourists here, except lakes It creates employment for locals
Need for some growth, very slow here, employment down Brings prosperity to the area

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Perception of Current Perspective of Agriculture on Area's Economic Performance
Q2a	Do you believe the economic benefits of local agricultural production to the community such as employment, flow on business etc has increased or decreased in recent times?

	Decreasd	Increased	Don't Know
Resident	27	1	3
Visitor	17		12
Total	44	1	15

Comment:	73% of respondents stated that the economic benefits of local agricultural
production had decreased. These respondents were predominantly residents of the area, while 25% did not know and these respondents where mainly visitors to the area.

Q2b	Why do you say that?

Residents' Verbatim Responses to Decreased
More development and less farming Local business is feeling it
No movement Less farmers
No longer viable for landowners Crops are disappearing for residential
Farming is disappearing from the region
If agriculture is to survive Demands have changed for cane No regularly employment anymore The old ways are going fast

Q3a	How important do you believe it is to consider other possibilities for agricultural production for this area?

	Very Important	Important	Not at all Important	Don't Know
Resident	15	14	1	
Visitor	4	7	1	18
Total	19	21	2	18

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Comment:	67% of respondents considered it to be very importanUimportant to consider other possibilities for agricultural production for the area, many of these respondents were local residents. While 30% stated they did not know and these were all visitors.
Q3b	Why do you say that?

Residents Verbatim Responses to Very lmportanUlmportant
If we don't do something, area will regress
Need employment for the young families settling in the area People eat differently now
Need to more forward in our approach to agriculture - permaculture, perhaps Need to generate more local income
Important to keep the land productive Can't rely on tourism
There's a need to diversified
Australian needs to be more innovative in its approach to agricultural and landcare We need to look at other ventures
We need a future for our children
We need to keep an open mind in our approach to the land
So the locals can survive
The business community is suffering as agriculture declines

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Need For Value-Adding Opportunities to Agricultural Production in the Area

We have been asked to conduct research to gauge the response of local residents and visitors to a proposal to develop a property value-adding activity on site with an agricultural pursuit? This SHOW CARD presents some definitions you may need to consider in answering the following questions.

Q4a	Do you believe there is a need to utilising value-adding opportunities to support agricultural production for this area?

	Yes	No
Resident	24	6
Visitor	27	3
Total	51	9

Comment:	85% of respondents stated there was a need to utilise value-adding
opportunities to support agricultural production for the area.

Q4b	Do you believe there is a need to utilising value adding opportunities to support the local economy of the area?

	Yes	No
Resident	24	6
Visitor	24	6
Total	48	12

Comment:	80% of respondents believed that there is a need to utilise value adding opportunities to support the local economy of the area.

Q4c	How supportive are you of providing opportunities of value-adding to local agricultural production for this area?

	Totally Unsupportive	Unsupportive	Neither/Nor	Supportive	Very Supportive
Resident		1	6	19	4
Visitor		2	2	23	3
Total		3	8	42	7

Comment:	82% of respondents were supportive of providing opportunities of value- adding to local agricultural production for this area.

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Perceived Benefits of Value-adding to Agricultural Production
Q5a	In your opinion, what are the benefits for this area and agricultural production to engage in these value-adding activities?

Benefits Identified by Respondents - Verbatim Responses
Jobs, money to the area
Heaps of benef,ts, the area can not rely on agriculture alone, or tourism alone Ongoing stability - brightness of future for the area and our kids
New source of revenue for the area Increase in cash flow, increase in income More activities for visitors
Area definitely needs a boost. This could be it
The owners will need it before production takes off Tourist opportunities
Additional income for property owner Entertainment for the kids
Anything that can bring money to the area so it can prosper again Attract new people.
It could supplement farmers' income - they need it
Tourist attractions and educational activities would be good Employment for the young
Attract people to area - not all to Hastings Street Good to have new ventures
Anything that is new
Generates revenue for the area Tourism
Income for retailers
Change from traditional crops is the way of the future Stability in employment
Jobs are created, trickle down effect
Area zoned 'rural pursuit' but current activities do not make it viable for the farmer Encourages growth in tourism, more local stability, folks need not leave to find work

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Q5b	If these benefits were utilised, how supportive would you be of these value- adding activities?

	Totally Unsupportive	Unsupportive	Neither/Nor	Supportive	Very Supportive
Resident		1	5	18	6
Visitor		2	2	23	3
Total		3	7	41	9

Comment: utilised.
83% of respondents supported value-adding activities if these benefits were

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Perceived Threats of Value-adding to Agricultural Production

Q6a	In your opinion, what are the threats to this area and agricultural production to engage in these value-adding activities?

Threats Identified by Respondents - Verbatim Responses
If it doesn't fit into the area - eyesore Ruins the land
Council's attitude - can be a little lazy in considering innovative approaches to agriculture If not conducive to area's lifestyle/quality of life
Not to be too over powering for its surroundings As long as it's not high rise
Farmer should farm - otherwise they'll disappear and that would be a shame Harms the area and vegetation
Over development Possible harm to wildlife Loss of natural habitats
Other growers might object to change Too many attractions can be the same

Q6b	If these threats were minimised, how supportive would you be of these value- adding activities?

	Totally Unsupportive	Unsupportive	Neither/Nor	Supportive	Very Supportive
Resident		1	5	19	5
Visitor		2	2	22	4
Total		3	7	41	9

Comment:
minimised.
83% of respondents supported value-adding activities if these threats were

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Response to Permaculture Approach

A local landowner proposes to incorporate a recreational/educational activity with an innovative agricultural pursuit. In fact, the viability of this proposal in the short term requires a value-adding activity be incorporated with the agricultural production. The landowner proposes to develop an integrated permaculture-designed organic orchard of about 1400 trees comprising of olives, pecans, bay trees as well as other tropical fruit interspersed with herb beds.

(SHOWING DIAGRAM #2) This area, indicated on this map is located at the end of Kabi Road via Boreen Point. The total property is 89 hectares with the area devoted to this proposal about 35 hectares.

With the ever-increasing demand for organically grown, the owners believe this permaculture approach will provide for local and regional markets.

Q7a	What is your response as a local residenUvisitor to this approach to agricultural

production?	
	Positive	Negative
Resident	28	2
Visitor	30	
Total	58	2

Comment: production.
97% of respondents had a positive response to this approach to agricultural

Why do you say that?

Residents' Verbatim Responses - Positive
A great idea
We need to ensure the environment is sustained Need to reduce chemicals/fungicides
It's the way everything is going
It's what people are swinging towards It's good for all
Seems to be a market for it - organic food shops, restaurant
People are becoming some allergic to the stuff they are putting on produce A growing market - innovative approach to business
Sounds innovative enough, they just might pull it off
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Good healthy produce
Rather pay more for good food than eat that genetic stuff We need to open their eyes and ears to new approaches Good healthy food - naturally produced
Residents' Verbatim Responses - Negative None provided

Visitors' Verbatim Responses - Positive
Good approach
Encourages good eating habits Good health is important globally
Just the way it should be - less chemicals Good for you - go for it
Promotes a healthier lifestyle Agriculture needs to adapt
I would be happy to see more of the same It's what more growers need to look at Organics are the way to go
Innovative approach Better lifestyle choice I like to eat good food New approach, I like it It's what we should do
Has great potential for this area - a growth industry As long as the prices are competitive
It's what is best for all of us
We need more organic producers/food I'd like to see more of this

Q7b	Do you believe that Noosa Shire Council needs to encourage such an innovative approach to agricultural production?

	Positive	Negative
Resident	26	4
Visitor	30	
Total	56	4

Comment:	93% of respondents agreed that Noosa Shire Council needs to encourage
such an innovative approach to agricultural production.
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Why do you say that?

Residents' Verbatim Responses - Positive
They would encourage something like this
Not the first time they have had to think about new ideas It's a modern council. They take a good approach Council's duty is to us
Council is trying and watching out for the area most of the time
Many of the local residents feel that Council have forgotten about our area and our needs -
roads are neglected - half finished, no public phone
We need to keep some of a valuable agricultural land safe from development Council can be 'green' when it suits them
Should definitely consider a different approach Innovation is the job of councils
Council needs to look at other areas in Shire, it all doesn't begin and end at Hasting Street Must encourage anything that is good for the community, but ask us first like you're doing They need to open their eyes and ears to new approaches
Maybe they need to look at new things Good for the community and local people Should be proactive
It's up to the government to try different approaches
Needs to make sure this area is not just residential - we need to sustain ourselves We voted for them

Residents' Verbatim Responses - Negative None provided

Visitors' Verbatim Responses - Positive
Council should be accountable
If it's a good operator Council would be open-minded Big time - encourage
It's what more councils need to look at Seems right up their ally
It's why they're voted in
All councils should encourage this type of thing
If they are effective
It's what they should be doing - looking at it Should encourage anything that benefits the voters It's their responsibility
They'd have to be supportive
If it is in the community's benefit, it's in Councils
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Report- Proposed Kab/ Road Golf Farm Development
Good for the community and local people Governments should be positive for the people Definitely encourage
Who knows? I would hope they would try

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Report - Proposed Kabl Road Golf Farm Development

Level of Agreement to Aspects of Value-Adding Permaculture Approach to Agricultural Production

To value-add to this agricultural pursuit, the owners propose to integrate throughout the orchard a professionally designed Par 3 golf course of 18 holes. The course is intended to be a 'fun' course designed to attract social players of all ages and provide a day outing for families and small groups.

The experience of playing golf and observing the permaculture approach to agricultural production would be similar but with less impact in approach to the train ride through the agricultural areas such as the Big Pineapple and the Ginger Factory. This low impact leisure activity will provide an opportunity for people to understand more about permaculture in an ecologically sensitive and environmentally friendly manner.

Q8	In considering this proposal, I need to ask how likely you are to agree or disagree with the following statements? That being 1 Not at all agree to 5 Very likely to agree.

The local community needs to look at more environmentally sensitive approach to agricultural production.

	Not at all Likely	Unlikely	Neither/Nor	Likely	Very Likely
Resident	3	1	1	14	11
Visitor		2		10	18
Total	3	3	1	24	29

Comment:	88% of respondents agreed that the local community needs to look at more
environmentally sensitive approach to agricultural production.

There needs to be more stable and permanent employment in the area.

Resident Visitor Total

Not at all	Unlikely	Neither/Nor	Likely	 Very Likely				Likely
1	13	16
1	1	8	20
2	1	21	36

Comment:	95% of respondents agree that there needs to be more stable and permanent employment in the area.

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This proposal appears to enhance economic performance of the property by providing opportunities for value-adding to occur before agricultural produce leaves the farm gate.

Resident Visitor Total
Not at all Likely

Unlikely	Neither/Nor	Likely		Very Likely
1	24	5
2	3	12	13
3	3	36	18

Comment:   90% agree that the proposal appears to enhance economic performance of the property by providing opportunities for value-adding to occur before agricultural produce leaves the farm gate.

Further diversification in agriculture production should be considered rather than rely on the traditional crops such as sugar production to ensure economic stability of the area.

Resident Visitor Total
Not at all Likely
Unlikely	Neither/Nor	Likely	Very Likely
1	19	10
1	2	12	15
2	2	31	25

Comment:  93% of the respondents agreed that further diversification in agriculture production should be considered rather than rely on the traditional crops such as sugar production to ensure economic stability of the area.

This approach will provide opportunities to train local community members in an activity that may well be a feasible and viable long term industry for the area.

Resident Visitor Total
Not at all	Unlikely	Neither/Nor	Likely	 Very Likely				Likely
1	24	5
2	1	10	17
3	1	34	22

Comment:	93% of respondents agreed that this approach will provide opportunities to train local community members in an activity that may well be a feasible and viable long term industry for the area.

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This proposal encourages ongoing, productive use of good quality agricultural land for sustainable agricultural development.

	Not at all Likely	Unlikely	Neither/Nor	Likely	Very Likely
Resident		1		22	7
Visitor		2	3	11	14
Total		3	3	33	21

Comment:	90% of respondents agree that this proposal encourages ongoing, productive use of good quality agricultural land for sustainable agricultural development.

This proposal appears to provide opportunities to generate direct and indirect employment for the area.

Resident Visitor Total
Not at all	Unlikely	Neither/Nor	Likely	 Very Likely				Likely
1	20	9
2	2	12	14
3	2	32	23

Comment:	92% of respondents agree that this proposal appears to provide opportunities to generate direct and indirect employment for the area.

This proposal will provide a facility that will encourage local residents, day- trippers and short stay visitors to utilise existing facilities such as retail outlets, farm stay and bed and breakfast accommodation.

	Not at all Likely	Unlikely	Neither/Nor	Likely	Very Likely
Resident		1	1	19	9
Visitor		2	1	16	11
Total		3	2	35	20

Comment:	92% of respondents agree that this proposal will provide a facility that will encourage local residents, day-trippers and short stay visitors to utilise existing facilities such as retail outlets, farm stay and bed and breakfast accommodation.

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Level of Support for Aspects of the Project

Q9	In order to gain an indication of the local community response to this proposal, I need your likelihood of support for the proposal and aspects of it. How likely would you support the proposal if

The facility was available to those social golfers, families and members of the community unable to afford the time and money to play at more expensive courses.

	Not at all Likely	Unlikely	Neither/Nor	Likely	Very Likely
Resident		1	1	18	10
Visitor		2	1	14	13
Total		3	2	32	23

Comment:  92% of respondents supported the proposal if the facility was available to those social golfers, families and members of the community unable to afford the time and money to play at more expensive courses.

The core activity was permaculture production with the golf facilities as the value-added activity.

	Not at all Likely	Unlikely	Neither/Nor	Likely	Very Likely
Resident		1	1	20	8
Visitor		2	1	15	12
Total		3	2	35	20

Comment:	92% of respondents supported the proposal if the core activity was permaculture production with the golf facilities as the value-added activity.

The facility provided an outlet for the sale of organic produce and locally produced articles such preservatives, craft and gift items.

	Not at all Likely	Unlikely	Neither/Nor	Likely	Very Likely	
Resident		2	4	16	8	
Visitor		2	1	14	13	
Total		4	5	30	21	
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IComment:	88% of the respondents supported the proposal if the facility provided an outlet for the sale of organic produce and locally produced articles such preservatives, craft and gift items.
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The facility trained and employed in full operation up to 20 local residents.

Resident Visitor Total

Not at all	Unlikely	Neither/Nor	Likely	 Very Likely				Likely
20	10
2	1	11	16
2	1	31	26

Comment:	95% of respondents supported the proposal if the facility trained and employed in full operation up to 20 local residents.

Chemicals, fungicides and insecticides were not used and the water consumption was reduced by utilising reuse options.

Resident Visitor Total
Not at all	Unlikely	Neither/Nor	Likely	 Very Likely				Likely
1	1	11	17
2	8	20
3	1	19	37

Comments:	93% of respondents supported the proposal if chemicals, fungicides and insecticides were not used and the water consumption was reduced by utilising reuse options

The integrity of the site was maintained to preserve remnant vegetation, provide sanctuaries for native birdlife, certain wildlife and thereby enriching the ecology of the site.

Resident Visitor Total
Not at all .	Unlikely	Neither/Nor	Likely	 Very likely				Likely
1	16	13
2	1	8	19
3	1	24	32

Comment:  92% of respondents supported the proposal if the integrity of the site was maintained to preserve remnant vegetation, provide sanctuaries for native birdlife, certain wildlife and thereby enriching the ecology of the site.

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It does not adversely affect the environmental qualities of the site, its surrounding environment and satisfies the Environmental Protection Act.

Resident Visitor Total

Not at all	Unlikely	Neither/Nor	Likely	 Very Likely				Likely
1	27	2
2	1	12	15
3	1	39	17

Comment:	93% of respondents supported the proposal if it did not adversely affect the environmental qualities of the site, the surrounding environment and satisfies the Environmental Protection Act.

It does not prejudice the economic viability of neighbouring land uses.

Resident Visitor Total

Not at all	Unlikely	Neither/Nor	Likely	 Very Likely				Likely
1	25	4
2	1	13	14
3	1	38	18

Comment:	93% of respondents support the proposal if it does not prejudice the economic viability of neighbouring land uses.

It does improve land management techniques over and above those associated with traditional fanning/rural land-use practices.

	Not at all Likely	Unlikely	Neither/Nor	Likely	Very Likely
Resident		1	2	25	2
Visitor		2	1	13	14
Total		3	3	38	16

Comments:	90% of respondents supported the proposal if it does improve land management techniques over and above those associated with traditional farming/rural land­ use practices.

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Perception of Level of Support for the Proposal
1Oa	(Show Diagram #3) Looking at this artist impression of the facilities, what do you believe would be the level of support by local residents/visitor for a facility like this one?

Resident Visitor Total

Totally	Unsupportive	Neither/Nor	Supportive	 Very Unsupportive				Supportive
5	23	2
2	1	17	10
7	1	30	12

Comment:  70% of respondents stated that they believed that local residents/visitors would support the proposal. It determining support for this proposal it is also important to note that 85% (Q10c) of the respondents supported the proposal.

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Level of Support for Features of the Proposal by Respondents

10b	And your level of support if it were to include:

A clubhouse with car parking facilities designed appropriate to the visual amenity of the area.

	Totally Unsupportive	Unsupportive	Neither/Nor	Supportive	Very Supportive
Resident		5	2	19	4
Visitor		1	5	14	10
Total		6	7	33	14

Comments:	78% of respondents would support the proposal if a clubhouse with car parking facilities designed appropriate to the visual amenity of the area was included.

A tennis court

	Totally Unsupportive	Unsupportive	Neither/Nor	Supportive	Very Supportive
Resident		5	2	15	8
Visitor		1	3	13	13
Total		6	5	18	21

Comment:	65% would support the proposal if a tennis court were included.

Picnic facilities

Totally	Unsupportive	Neither/Nor	Supportive	Very
Unsupportive				Supportive
Resident			11	19
Visitor	1	1	7	21
Total	1	1	18	40

Comments:
included.
97% of respondents would support the proposal if picnic facilities were

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A practice golf area

Totally
Unsupportive
Unsupportive
Neither/Nor
Supportive
Very
Supportive
Resident

5
2
20
3
Visitor

1
5
13
11
Total

6
7
33
14
Comments:
included.

78% of respondents would support the proposal if a practice golf area were

A craft exhibit and produce centre where local items were available for sale.

	Totally Unsupportive	Unsupportive	Neither/Nor	Supportive	Very Supportive
Resident		6	4	10	10
Visitor		1	4	12	13
Total		7	8	22	23

Comments:	75% of respondents would support the proposal if a craft exhibit and produce centre wherr local items were available for sale were included.

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Respondents Level of Support for Proposal

Q10c	And your level of support if the proposed Golf Farm is development as presented in concept by the information provided in this survey.

Resident Visitor Total
Totally	Unsupportive	Neither/Nor	Supportive	Very Unsupportive				Supportive
5	22	3
2	2	15	11
7	2	37	14

Comment:	85% of respondents would support the proposal if the proposed Golf Farm is development as presented in concept by the information provided in this survey.

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Level of Demand for a Facility of this Type
Q11a	In your opinion, on a scale of 1 to 5 what do you believe the level of demand would be from local residents for a facility of this type with 1 being no demand and 5 being very high demand?

	No Demand	Below Average	Neither/Nor	Average	Very High Demand
Resident	3	3		18	6
Visitor	1	1	3	13	12
Total	4	4	3	31	18

Comment:	82% of respondents stated that the level of demand from local residents for
such a facility would be average to very high.

Q11b In your opinion, on a scale of 1 to 5 what do you believe the level of demand would be from visitors for a facility of this type with 1 being no demand and 5 being very high demand?

	No Demand	Below Average	Neither/Nor	Average	Very High Demand
Resident	4	2		8	16
Visitor	1	1	2	4	22
Total	5	3	2	12	38

Comment:	83% of respondents stated that the level of demand from visitors for such a facility would be average to very high.

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Further Comments by Respondents
Q12	Before, I complete the interview are there any comments you wish to make about this proposal?

Residents' Verbatim Responses - Positive
Keep it different, environmentally friendly to nature As long as the golf course is affordable to locals Try it, it's different
Wished I'd thought of it Thanks for asking
Good idea. Will need to market it well
Tourism is growing, and this sounds a little different Should be a bonus to the area
Great idea. Hope it works
I like it. It sounds different. It will fit into the area
The tourists will love it, and if it was educational that would be great for the young ones Would bring tourists and encourage new ventures
Can't wait to see if it is what you're saying
There isn't much up that way so it may give the are the boost it needs Sounds OK. Will probably happen anyway. Why not here first

Visitors' Verbatim Responses - Positive
Could be a bonus for locals and boost employment It's up to the people who live here. I'm only a visitor
I'll come up and bring the kids. They'll want to play golf though I like the idea
I'm not concerned how far it is away from the main spots like Noosa. In fact that adds to the attraction. The kids don't get to see this part of the world - just the beach
Keep the fees down and I'll bring my crowd up from Melbourne Probably will happen no matter what I say
Hopefully it will be successful but it will take a while
Make sure the papers cover it so I can see it and remind me to come and give it a go It's a great idea - a little out of the ordinary
Sounds like something different Would be unique with the orchards
Sounds OK. Would look great with herbs and fruit
I'd probably use the course and the permaculture would be great for the kids to visit Sounds like somewhere I'd be visiting
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I'll come and bring the kids

Residents' Verbatim Responses - Negative
Not many people in Boreen Point would want a golf course Locals would hate it
We don't need any more developments, tourists. Besides who would say it would work.

Visitors' Verbatim Responses - Negative
I'd say the true farmers and locals wouldn't want this type of thing - another golf course Too many tourists spoiling it now

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DETAILED FINDINGS - lndepth Interviews

Neighbours (10) adjacent to and business operators (5) in the vicinity of the proposed site for the development of a 'golf farm' were approached to discuss their concerns, issues and opinion of the proposed project.

Specific Issues of Neighbours
In discussion with landowners of neighbouring properties, specific issues were identified. However, it was agreed by those landowners interviewed that these issues could be resolved to their satisfaction.

Concerns Identified by Neighbouring Landowners
Kabi Road will need to be upgraded to accommodate two way traffic and be sealed
Two lane sealed road to be built prior to construction to accommodate heavy transport
Storm water drainage needs to be attended to as current overflows across road. If
not attended to will impact on neighbouring property and reduce access to golf course
Need to determine hours of operation and licensing requirements/restrictions
Lighting of complex not to interfere with neighbours quality of life and current ambience
Future development of property such as extension of golfing facilities and
accommodation for visitors if property sold
Once approved who can it be assured that it will remain an organic enterprise

Benefits Identified by Neighbouring Landowners
Three phase electricity for further development a positive aspect for neighbours engaged in agricultural and light industrial activities
Way of the future as golf course can be compatible with permaculture pursuit
Expect it will increase our land values in the long term
Easy access to neighbours interested in playing golf
Potential to attract like minded people
Community benefits for local residents such as employment, extra revenue to the
area and other businesses

General Observations

,	Agriculture is very important. Nothing much else around here, only the lakes

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Broad acre crops only such viable - don't add anything to the area. Employment, revenue - nothing
Most agricultural activities around here haven't been able to sustain themselves
Agriculture is very important for the area but traditional approach don't work as well these days
Crops such as cane grown are 'historical' - providing nothing to the area, little /no
employment opportunities to locals and impact adversely on land and environment
Tourism activities not sustainable as a stand alone industry for this area
Young families in the area need long term employment or we'll lose them
Need to be innovative as smaller lots of land become available
Important to consider other approaches. They'll be different. More labour intensive but, hopefully more commercially viable

Response to Pennaculture Approach

Supportive Verbatim Responses
Lots are getting smaller therefore decreasing ability to be sustainable for agricultural pursuit. Need to look for alternatives that will work on a smaller scale and with a community approach
Increase in past few years with flower growers etc but before that stagnant
Has started with barramundi fish farm, herb garden - Geisha, and flower industry
Can't have the whole area rural residential. Need to protect some land for agriculture. Short sighted if we did not
Only way to sustain type of agricultural pursuit for this area
Any good idea needs to be considered. If don't grow socially and economically will be a negative impact on community. Tourism around here does not sustain
community now.
Sceptical of broad acre farming for this area such as sugar cane. It's not sustainable in the long term
Would provide a more stable and productive population. Less transient population as
those not wanting to work will have to leave if jobs available.
Makes marginal agricultural land more viable. Therefore potential to keep land available for agriculture
To encourage better economic performance
Will bn·ng employment to the area and services. We don't even have a bus service
Great would like to see more of it
More money for the area. Help improve infrastructure

Supportive Verbatim Responses - with Concerns
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Just as long as it doesn't impact on the environment like the spraying of cane does -
Need for balance - to live in a nice environment but if certain it doesn't impact on that it will be OK
Provided kept low key and low impact
If it is viable to do that. Not happening at the moment, most employment contained within family of landowner
Need Council's assist in making existing and new ventures commercially viable
Must compliment lifestyle - no pollutants
Needs to be conducive to the area
Need to be careful development does not 'overload' area. Needs to be balanced - a balanced development would be good
Employment opportunities but concern re use of chemicals that may be harmful to the
environment
Would believe issues such as making Kabi Road two way access and sealing it and any drainage issues can be solved
We need to be careful we don't reduce land available for agriculture

Response to Permaculture and Value-adding Approach

As residents of the area, neighbours to the property and businesses likely to be affected by the project, the respondents were positive toward the concept.

Supportive Verbatim Responses as a Local Resident
Excellent idea. It is the way to go with organic food.
This is a unique area for this type of thing.
New idea. Won't overtly affect me. Will need to provide decent access. Kabi Road will need to be a two way sealed road.
Believe permaculture as potential to be a viable and sustainable industry - someone
needs to give it a go
Potential market locally - restaurants etc. Also Brisbane would be a big market for that type of thing. Not much of it around here - a bit in northern NSW
Potential for this produce is growing and will be in high demand in future

Verbatim Responses as to Council's Approach to Proposal
Respondents stated that Council should consider this proposal with an open mind as it had both immediate and longer-term benefits for the local community.

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Council should be mindful if does not underestimated the eco tourist potential of this proposal
Wouldn't hurt council to get behind if this community, in general, seems to be moving
in that direction.
Council needs to ensure agricultural land remains viable. Therefore the risk can be minimised with such a value-adding activity
Need to consider fragile nature of the area and what is best for it
Council promised light industry but to date no show
Council's attitude can be unrealistic at times. Hope they are open minded to this. If
these people are prepared to give it a go Council should provide them with every
support
Council can be too green when it suits them needs to be more balanced in their approach to development to allow for the creation of jobs and local wealth. This idea
has merit.
Council should look in favour. It has 'neglected' this area for other areas of the Shire. Where they get the most money from
Council not interested in this area. It is extremely neglected. No body on Council
looking after us

Level of Support for Aspects of the Proposed Project

All respondents interviewed supported the concept as described to them. There were some concerns raised but respondents felt that these could be resolved.

Supportive Verbatim Responses
Educational value is very important - subtle but hands on - therefore very effective
Marvellous as it will train some locals in a new approach to agriculture.
I believe it won't impact on us adversely, think it's a good idea we'd be prepared to chance it
Wholeheartedly support it if it is what we discussed today
Would be great as a case study for similar ventures in the area.
Permaculture Institute in northern NSW attracts people from all over the world. Has become a training and educational centre for anyone interested in permaculture.
Expect it would increase our land values
No objections to it at all. A bit of development is needed and would be good for the area
Great benefit to community. Better than sib dividing it as previous owner was
intending to do
Feel people are genuine in wanting to develop a wildlife sanctuary
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Supportive Verbatim Responses - with Concerns
Happy to support providing they fix the road and we don't get infested by insects etc of our properties
Clubhouse OK fits into local environment and aspect
Tennis courts OK if close to clubhouse. Will they be /if?
Great idea if affordable to families not exclusive open to people in the area
Have some concern about the kangaroos if they are going to be like a 'wild life reserve'
Think it is a good idea. Need to realise impact on neighbouring properties a critical issue.
Need to take particular care and communicate with neighbours
Doubt that they can get away without having to use some chemicals etc. Everyone else has to use them around here.
Good on them but am concerned about fire protection on pine plantation. Golfers smoking. Need to reduce this potential hazard by management policieslpracticies
OK. Am concerned a little about noise level if opened all hours. Suspect it would have a time constraint on liquor license
Overall would support. Don't think a craft/produce store is necessary

Further Comments

Positive Verbatim Responses
The eco tourist potential of this activity is not to be underestimated
In principle I can't see it would be a problem
Initially sounded a bit way out, but seems like a good idea
Very supportive if it as you say it is
Good to see someone is prepared to take the risk and do something different. Goad luck to them.
Ideal approach. Not changing any aspects of the property and therefore it could revert
back if need be.
We'd use it.
Will encourage visitors to stop perhaps stay for a day or so. Usually just drive though to get to somewhere else.
Need something for tourists to want to stop.
Need tourists to stop. They just flow on past. Don't stop even for petrol. Dirt roads put them off.
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Local community would be delighted. It could tum out to be a community facility as well as a tourist one. Good for families in the area - golfers or not.
If Kabi Road upgraded at landowner's expense will be a saving for Council and
ratepayers

Positive Verbatim Responses - with Suggestions
I think the locals will use it but for visitors will need to market it. Maybe market as a golf course package with other local courses.
Doing the right thing, going the right way. Will need to develop aspects of gold course first than plant for permaculture
Would be a very popular idea as I see it. I'm very much in favour of the proposal. Would need to advertise to attract tourists

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ANALYSIS OF RESULTS

General Observations

There is a lot of interest within the community about the 'Golf Farm'. Some of the residents included in the sample had heard 'something about it' before Annie Barkl &
Associates approached them

The respondents were keen to be involved in the survey and discuss the proposed development.

Respondents stated that broad acre crops such as sugar and bananas were the main
agricultural activity but noted that some landowners had recently diversified to ensure economic viability of their properties.
Respondents (73%) agreed that the economic benefits of local agricultural production had decrease.

Many respondents noted that tourism, though important to the area, could not sustain the livelihoods of residents.

Respondents generally agreed that the area needed to stablise its economic performance and needed to consider other possibilities for agricultural production for
this area.

Respondents (85%) agreed that there was a need to utilise value-adding activities to support agricultural production for this area

Respondents (80%) agreed that there was a need to utilise value-adding activities to support the local economy of this area

Respondents (82%) were supportive of providing opportunities of value-adding activities to local agricultural production for this area

Benefits identified by respondents of value-adding activities included:
employment opportunities
economic stability
revenue for local businesses
tourism opportunities
supplement for farmer's income

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Threats identified by respondents of value-adding activities included impact on land, impact on flora and fauna and visual amenity of the area

Specific Issues Identified by Neighbouring Landowners

Concerns Identified by Neighbouring Landowners
Kabi Road will need to be upgraded to accommodate two way traffic and be sealed
Two lane sealed road to be built prior to construction to accommodate heavy transport
Storm water drainage needs to be attended to as current overflows across road. If
not attended to will impact on neighbouring property and reduce access to golf course
Need to determine hours of operation and licensing requirements/restrictions
Lighting of complex not to interfere with neighbours quality of life and current ambience
Future development of property such as extension of golfing facilities and
accommodation for visitors if property sold
Once approved who can it be assured that it will remain an organic enterprise

Benefits Identified by Neighbouring Landowners
Three phase electricity for further development a positive aspect for neighbours engaged in agricultural and light industrial activities
Way of the future as golf course can be compatible with permaculture pursuit
Expect it will increase our land values in the long term
Easy access to neighbours interested in playing golf
Potential to attract like minded people
Community benefits for local residents such as employment, extra revenue to the area and other businesses

Response to Permaculture Approach

97% of respondents had a positive response to this approach to agricultural production

Reasons given for this positive response included innovative approach to agricultural production and growing market for organic produce

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93% of respondents agree that Noosa Shire Council needs to encourage such an innovative approach to agricultural production to enhance the economic performance
of the area and employment opportunities for residents

Reasons given for this positive response include attending to the needs of this community to enhance the economic performance of the area and employment
opportunities for residents), ensure some valuable land is safe from development, assist the community in increasing ins economical performance and potential to support an eco tourism activity

Level of Agreement of Value Adding Activity and Permaculture Approach to Agricultural Production
88% of respondents agree that the local community needs to look at more environmentally sensitive approach to agricultural production.

95% of respondents agree that there needs to be more stable and permanent employment in the area.

90% of respondents agree that the proposal appears to enhance economic performance of the property by providing opportunities for value-adding to occur
before agricultural produce leaves the farm gate.

93% of respondents agreed that further diversification in agriculture production should be considered rather than rely on the traditional crops such as sugar production to
ensure economic stability of the area.

93% of respondents agree that this approach will provide opportunities to train local community members in an activity that may well be a feasible and viable long term industry for the area.

90% of respondents agree that this proposal encourages ongoing, productive use of good quality agricultural land for sustainable agricultural development.

92% of respondents agree that this proposal appears to provide opportunities to generate direct and indirect employment for the area.

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92% of respondents agree that this proposal will provide a facility that will encourage local residents, day-trippers and short stay visitors to utilise existing facilities such as
retail outlets, farm stay and bed and breakfast accommodation.

Level of Support for Aspects of the Proposed Project

92% of respondents supported the proposal if the facility was available to those social golfers, families and members of the community unable to afford the time and money to play at more expensive courses.

92% of respondents supported the proposal if the core activity was permaculture production with the golf facilities as the value-added activity.

88% of the respondents supported the proposal if the facility provided an outlet for the sale of organic produce and locally produced articles such preservatives, craft and gift
items.

95% of respondents supported the proposal if the facility trained and employed in full operation up to 20 local residents.

93% of respondents supported the proposal if chemicals, fungicides and insecticides were not used and it utilised reuse options to reduce water consumption.

92% of respondents supported the proposal if the integrity of the site was maintained to preserve remnant vegetation, provide sanctuaries for native birdlife, certain wildlife and thereby enriching the ecology of the site.

93% of respondents supported the proposal if it did not adversely affect the environmental qualities of the site, the surrounding environment and satisfies the
Environmental Protection Act.

93% of respondents support the proposal if it does not prejudice the economic viability of neighbouring land uses.

90% of respondents supported the proposal if it does improve land management techniques over and above those associated with traditional farming/rural land-use
practices.

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Perception of Community's Level of Support for the Proposal

70% of respondents stated that they believed that local residents/visitors would support the proposal. It determining support for this proposal it is also important to
note that 85% of the respondents supported the proposal.

Level of Support for Features of the Proposal by Respondents

78% of respondents would suppo_rtthe proposal if a clubhouse with car parking facilities designed appropriate to the visual amenity of the area was included.

65% would support the proposal if a tennis court was included.
97% of respondents would support the proposal if picnic facilities were included.
78% of respondents would support the proposal if a practice golf area was included.
75% of respondents would support the proposal if a craft exhibit and produce centre where local items were available for sale was included.

Respondents Level of Support for Proposal

85% of respondents would support the proposal if the proposed Golf Farm is development as presented in concept by the information provided in this survey.

Level of Demand for a Facility of this Type

82% of respondents stated that the level of demand from local residents for such a facility would be average to very high

83% of respondents stated that the level of demand from visitors for such a facility would be average to very high

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CONCLUSION

The outcome of this research indicates that:

Neighbouring landowners interviewed were supportive of the proposed project and
considered their issues could be resolved to their satisfaction. Those issues identified were:

Kabi Road will need to be upgraded to accommodate two way traffic and be sealed
Two lane sealed road to be built prior to construction to accommodate heavy
transport
Storm water drainage needs to be attended to as current overflows across road. If not attended to will impact on neighbouring property and reduce
access to golf course
Need to determine hours of operation and licensing requirements/restrictions
Lighting of complex not to interfere with neighbours quality of life and current ambience
Future development of property such as extension of golfing facilities and
accommodation for visitors if property sold
Once approved who can it be assured that it will remain an organic enterprise
Neighbouring landowners also acknowledge that aspects of the proposed project were of benefit to them. Those benefits identified were:

Three phase electricity for further development a positive aspect for neighbours engaged in agricultural and light industrial activities
Way of the future as golf course can be compatible with permaculture pursuit
Expect it will increase our land values in the long term
Easy access to neighbours interested in playing golf
Potential to attract like minded people
Community benefits for local residents such as employment, extra revenue to the area and other businesses

The community of impact is aware that agricultural production in the area has
decreased and this is likely to continue if more innovative approaches to agricultural production and 'rural pursuits' are not forthcoming

The community of impact states that broad acre crops such as sugar and bananas are the main agricultural activity. As these activities provide little employment for

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residents there needs to be innovative approaches to other forms of agricultural pursuits

The community of impact believes that the economic performance of the area has been affected by a decrease in agricultural activities with impacts on availability of
jobs for residents and revenue for local business

The community of impact acknowledges that the area needs an innovative approach including value-adding activities to:
ensure the ongoing viability of agricultural production in the area
provide ongoing employment for residents
,.	stabilise the economic performance of the area

The community of impact supports and is likely to approve the proposed development as described to them in the survey

The support by those included in the survey was higher than what respondents perceived local support to be. This result indicates that as the local community
gained more information about the proposed project their level of support would increase
The support and likelihood of approval by the community of impact to this proposed project is its potential to assist in:
enhancing the economic performance of the area
providing employment for local residents
engaging in an agricultural pursuit by incorporating a value adding activity
incorporating a proposal consistent with the ambience of the area, with minimal impact of the environment and, in some instances, enhancing the
local environment by protecting local wildlife through ecological sustainable activities

The support and likelihood of approval by the community of impact to this proposed project is it is concept, aspects of that concept and specific features incorporated in it
such as:
picnic facilities
a practice golf area
clubhouse with car parking facilities designed appropriate to the visual amenity of the area
craft exhibit and produce centre where local items are available for sale
a tennis court
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The community of impact believes there will be a high level of demand for this facility. Local residents were to likely to use the facility but that because of its unique
approach it had the potential to attract visitors to the facility and subsequently to the area.

The outcome of the research indicates that the community of impact perceives a need for this proposed project within this region of the Noosa Shire.

Additionally, if measured against the aims and objectives the Noosa Shire's Strategic Plan, the concept of this proposal, aspects of the concept and specific features of the proposed project appear to be in accordance with those aims and objectives, namely:

Agriculture is an important contributor to the Shire's economy. The maintenance of an economically viable agriculture sector will require recognition of and response to
changes to traditional markets and the emergence of new markets. Growth areas within the industry are expected to be in the areas of farm forestry, macadamias, sugar cane, small-scale specialised crops and agricultural tourism. Economic performance can also be enhances by providing opportunities for value-adding to occur, before agricultural produce leaves the farm gate (27.1.2.1).

Encourage the ongoing, productive use of good quality agricultural land for sustainable agricultural development (27.1.3.2).

The recreational opportunities available in Noosa Shire are an important element to the Shire's attraction to residents and visitors (27.6.1.2).

Encourage the development of a range of recreational facilities, which are directly related to the Shire's natural core values and which are focussed on outdoor themes and the Shires cultural heritage (27.6.3).

Ensure threat recreational development and activities do not adversely impact on the Shire's natural core values or reduce the quality of recreational experience provided
by the Shires natural resources (27.6.3.2).

The Kin Kin/Cootharaba/Boreen Point locality will retain its remote setting, small-scale rural villages and agricultural focus (10.4).

The primary economic activity across the locality will be agricultural, while is also expected to generate a significant component of direct and indirect employment
(10.4).

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Where amenity impacts will not arise, it is also intended to encourage appropriate value-adding on the site of the agricultural production (10.4).

The recreational potential of the locality will provide opportunities for low impact, short stay visitor facilities. in the form of farm stay and bed and breakfast accommodation,
particularly focussed on the rural villages of Kin Kin and Boreen Point (10.4).

Such business can assist in providing local employment opportunities as diversifying the local economy and are encouraged in areas where the business will not impact on the environment or amenity on surrounding areas (10.4).

Other aspects presented by Council for the Kin Kin/Cootharaba/Boreen Point Locality included that the principal focus for recreation activities will be on improve recreation and education opportunities, day tripping opportunities through the Shire's hinterland including those uses which are significant employment generators.

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RECOMMENDATIONS

The results of this research indicate a most positive response to the proposed project - Kabi Road Golf Farm, from those respondents considered to be most affected by the proposal. The respondents included in this research were neighbouring landowners, business operators within the vicinity of the property, local residents and visitors to the area.

Planners and developers of the site need to be mindful that this outcome was directly as a response to the information provided to the respondents. Any change to the information described to them during the interview could have a positive or negative change to that level of support.

It is therefore recommended that those respondents responsible for the implementation of this proposal retain and maintain that support by utilising the research as an opportunity for ongoing liaison with the community of impact, specifically the landowners of neighbouring properties.

This liaison could be as simple as a letter box drop informing the area of the recent research and providing a contact number if further information is required or issues or concerns need to be clarified or discussed.

Another suggestion could be an informal information event on the site inviting neighbours to discuss the proposal and the issues identified in this report.

The local community appears to be an ally for the proposal to support permaculture as the main agricultural pursuit with a golf course as a supplementary value-adding activity. If provided ongoing information, as an ally the local community could encourage the proposal for this property among the broader community of Noosa Shire.

Alternatively, as the community of impact, opponents to the proposal would have limited success in harnessing them as leverage to push a conflicting point of view.

As the sample for this survey was limited to the community of impact, caution is also advised in making assumptions that this response would be an indication of the response of the broader community of Noosa Shire.

Annie Bark! & Associates congratulate the landowner and planners in their proactive approach to gain input as to the opinions and response of the local community to this proposal.
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APPENDIX  A

Questionnaire

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A.C.N. 079 151312
Phone: (07) 3257 3112
Fax: (07) 3257 3595
Email: [email protected]

P.O. Box 134
New Farm, Old 4005

Good nwrning. My name is 	from the social research company, Annie Bark/ & Associates.

We have been asked to conduct research of local community members within and visitors to the Kin Kin/Cootharaba/Boreen Point area. This diagram (SHOW DIAGRAM #1) shows the area I'm talking about

Could I speak with you/or about 5 to JO minutes? (INTERVIEWER ENSURE THE RESPONDENT IS OVER 18 YEARS OLDl
SI	Local resident	Visitor to area	2
S2	Male	Female	2

QI a	Considering local agricultural production, what commercial crops are currently produced in this area?

Qlb	How important is this agriculture to the economy of this area?

Qlc	Why do you say that?

Q2a Do you believe the economic benefits of local agricultural production to the community such as employment, flow on business etc has increased or decreased in recent times?

Q2b	Why do you say that?

Q3a	How important do you believe it is to consider other possibilities for agricultural production for this area?

Q3b	Why do you say that?

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We have been asked to conduct research to gauge the response of local residents and visitors to a proposal to develop a property value-adding activity on site with an agricultural pursuit? This SHOW CARD presents some definitions you may need to consider in answering the following questions.

Q4a	Do you believe there is a need to utilising value-adding opportunities to support agricultural production for this area
Yes	I	No	2
Q4b	Do you believe there is a need to utilising value adding opportunities to support the local economy of the area?
Yes	I	No	2
Q4c	How supportive are you of providing opportunities of value-adding to local agricultural production for this area?

Totally	Unsupportive Unsupportive
No Opinion	Supportive
Very Supportive

I	2	3	4	5
Q5a	In your opinion, what are the benefits for this area and agricultural production to engage in these value-adding activities?
Q5b	If these benefits were utilised? how supportive would you be of these value- adding activities?

Totally Unsupportive I
Unsupportive	No Opinion	Supportive
2	3	4
Very
Supportive
5

Q6a	In your opinion, what are the threats to this area and agricultural production to engage in these value-adding activities?

Q6b	If these threats were minimised, how supportive would you be of these value­ adding activities?

Totally Unsupportive 1
Unsupportive	No Opinion	Supportive

2	3	4
Very
Supportive
5

A local landowner proposes to incorporate a recreationalleducational activity with an innovative agricultural pursuil In fact, the viablity of this proposal in the short term requires a value-adding activity be incorporated with the agricultural production. The landowner proposes to develop an integrated permaculture­ designed organic orchard of about 1400 trees comprising of olives, pecans, bay trees as well as other tropical fruit interspersed with herb beds.

(SHOWING DIAGRAM #2) This area, indicated on this map is located at the end of Kabi Road via Boreen Poinl The total property is 89 hectares with the area devoted to this proposal about 35 hectares.

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With the ever-increasing demand for organically grown, the owners believe this permaculture approach will provide/or local and regional markets.
Q7a	What is your response as a local resident/visitor to this approach to agricultural production? Why do you say that?
Positive Response	I	Negative Response	2
Q7b	Do you believe that Noosa Shire Council needs to encourage such an innovative approach to agricultural production? Why do you say that?
Positive Response	1	Negative Response	2

To value-add to this agricultural pursuit, the owners propose to integrate throughout the orchard a professionally designed Par 3 golf course of 18 holes. The course is intended to be a 'fun' course designed to attract social players of all ages and provide a day outing for families and small groups.

The experience of playing golf and observing the permaculture approach to agricultural production would be similar but with less impact in approach to the train ride through the agricultural areas such as the Big Pineapple and the Ginger Factory. This low impact leisure activity will provide an opportunity for people to understand more about permaculture in an ecologically sensitive and environmentally friendly manner.

Q8	In considering this proposal, I need to ask how likely you are to agree or disagree with the following statements? That being 1 Not at all agree to 5 Very likely to agree.

The local community needs to look at more environmentally sensitive approach to agricultural production
Not at all	Unlikely	No opinion	Likely	Very likely
1	2	3	4	5

There needs to be more stable and permanent employment in the area.
Not at all	Unlikely·	No opinion	Likely	Very likely
1	2	3	4	5

This proposal appears to enhance economic performance of the property by providing opportunities for value-adding to occur before agricultural produce leaves the farm gate.
Not at all	Unlikely	No opinion	Likely	Very likely
1	2	3	4	5

Further diversification in agriculture production should be considered rather than rely on the traditional crops such as sugar production to ensure economic stability of the area.
Not at all	Unlikely	No opinion	Likely	Very likely
I	2	3	4	5

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This approach will provide opportunities to train local community members in an activity that may well be a feasible and viable long term industry for the area.
Not at all	Unlikely	No opinion	Likely	Very likely
I	2	3	4	5

This proposal encourages ongoing, productive use of good quality agricultural land for sustainable agricultural development
Not at all	Unlikely	No opinion	Likely	Very likely
I	2	3	4	5

This proposal appears to provide opportunities to generate direct and indirect employment for the area
Not at all	Unlikely	No opinion	Likely	Very likely
I	2	3	4	5

This proposal will provide a facility that will encourage local residents, day­ trippers and short stay visitors to utilise existing facilities such as retail outlets, farm stay and bed and breakfast accommodation.
Not at all	Unlikely	No opinion	Likely	Very likely
I	2	3	4	5

9	In order to gain an indication of the local community response to this proposal, I need your likelihood of support for the proposal and aspects of it. How likely would you support the proposal if:

The facility was available to those social golfers, families and members of the community unable to afford the time and money to play at more expensive courses.
Not at all	Unlikely	No opinion	Likely	Very likely
1	2	3	4	5

The core activity was permaculture production with the golf facilities as the value-added activity
Not at all	Unlikely	No opinion	Likely	Very likely
1	2	3	4	5

The facility provided an outlet for the sale of organic produce and locally produced articles such preservatives, craft and gift items.
Not at all	Unlikely	No opinion	Likely	Very likely
1	2	3	4	5

The facility trained and employed in full operation up to 20 local residents.
Not at all	Unlikely	No opinion	Likely	Very likely
1	2	3	4	5

Chemicals, fungicides and insecticides were not used and the water consumption was reduced by utilising reuse options.
Not at all	Unlikely	No opinion	Likely	Very likely
1	2	3	4	5

The integrity of the site was maintained to preserve remnant vegetation, provide sanctuaries for native birdlife, certain wildlife and thereby enriching the ecology of the site.
Not at all	Unlikely	No opinion	Likely	Very likely
1	2	3	4	5

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It does not adversely affect the environmental qualities of the site, its surrounding environment and satisfies the Environmental Protection Act.
Not at all	Unlikely	No opinion	Likely	Very likely
I	2	3	4	5

It does not prejudice the economic viability of neighbouring land uses.
Not at all	Unlikely	No opinion	Likely	Very likely
1	2	3	4	5

It does improve land management techniques over and above those associated with traditional farming/rural land-use practices.
Not at all	Unlikely	No opinion	Likely	Very likely
1	2	3	4	5

I Oa	(Show Diagram #3) Looking at this artist impression of the facilities, what do you believe would be the level of support by local residents/visitor for a facility like this one?

Totally Unsupportive 1
Unsupportive	No Opinion	Supportive

2	3	4
Very Supportive 5

1Ob	And your level of support if it were to include:

A clubhouse with car parking facilities designed appropriate to the visual
amenity of the area	
Totally	Unsupportive	No Opinion	Supportive	Very
Unsupportive				Supportive
1	2	3	4	5
B	A tennis court				
Totally Unsupportive	Unsupportive	No Opinion	Supportive	Very Supportive
1	2	3	4	5
C	Picnic facilities			
Totally	Unsupportive	No Opinion	Supportive	Very
Unsupportive			Supportive
1	2	3	4	5

A practice golf area
Totally	Unsupportive Unsupportive

No Opinion

Supportive

Very Supportive

1	2	3	4	5

A craft exhibit and produce centre where local items were available for sale.
Totally Unsupportive	Unsupportive	No Opinion	Supportive	Very Supportive
1	2	3	4	5

1Oc	And your level of support, if the proposed Golf Farm is development as presented in concept by the information provided in this survey.

Totally	Unsupportive	No Opinion	Supportive Unsupportive
1	2	3	4
Very Supportive 5

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l la  In your opinion, on a scale of 1 to 5 what do you believe-the level of demand would be from local residents for a facility of this type with 1 being no demand and 5 being very high demand?

No	·	Below Average	No Opinion	Average Demand
1	2	3	4
Very High Demand
5

11 b	In your opinion, on a scale of 1 to 5 what do you believe the level of demand would be from visitors for a facility of this type with 1 being no demand and 5 being very high demand?

No	Below Average	No Opinion	Average Demand
1	2	3	4
Very High Demand
5

12	Before I complete the interview are there any comments you wish to make about this proposal?	(RECORD VERBATIM COMMENTS)

INTER VIEWER: PLEASE ASK RESPONDENT IF THEY ARE

S3	18 TO 25 YRS OLD
26 TO 35 YRS OLD	2
36 TO 45 YRS OLD	3
46 TO 55 YRS OLD	4
56 TO 65 YRS OLD	5
OVER 65 YRS OLD	6

S4	Do you consider yourself a:	
	A keen golfer	1
	A social golfer	2
	A novice- 'fun' golfer	3
	A potential golfer to any of the above standards	4
	Never likely to play golf but	
	Support the concept of the proposal	5
	Do not support the concept of the proposal	6

S5	As a visitor to the area where is your principal place of residence:
Elsewhere on the Sunshine Coast	1
Brisbane City	2
Other - South East Queensland	3
Other - Rest of Queensland	4
Interstate	5
Overseas	6

THANK YOU FOR YOUR TIME AND CO-OPERATION

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Report- Proposed Kabl Road Goff Farm Development

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