Capital Program 2024/2025 Delivery Status · Report

SERVICES & ORGANISATION COMMITTEE MEETING                                                  6 MAY 2025




Risk & Opportunities
Q3 has presented several challenges and opportunities for Council. Despite facing constraints such
as staff shortages, inclement weather, and budget limitations, there has been significant progress in
various areas. Below are the key highlights:
•     Staff shortages continue to constrain delivery ability. Recruitment processes are in progress, but
      more resources are needed for optimal delivery.
•     Inclement weather, flooding, and cyclone preparations hampered project delivery. Mitigation
      planning and measures helped overcome most delays, with outer shire regions now focusing on
      flood-related repairs.
•     Budget limitations have influenced the pace at which project management systems and
      supporting software can be developed and implemented. Despite these constraints, internal
      teams have focused on making incremental improvements using existing resources. These
      efforts reflect a strong commitment to enhancing project oversight and efficiency within current
      financial parameters. While progress has been steady, additional investment would enable more
      comprehensive and timely enhancements moving forward.
•     The 2024/25 financial year is expected to result in a strong actual spend, which is a positive
      outcome given the range of challenges faced. Despite pressures of staffing shortages, adverse
      weather, and budget constraints, Council has maintained solid project delivery and investment
      performance.
•     Capital Works Planning for the 2025/26 financial year is well underway with 16 meetings held to
      score and prioritise 80+ new initiates which have been workshopped at two Executive Team
      Meetings.
•     A sizeable capital budget for 2025/26 financial year will require innovative delivery models.
      Timely approval would benefit planning and project commencement.




Human Rights
Human Rights Compatibility Statement
In developing this Report, the subject matter has been considered in accordance with the
requirements of the Queensland Human Rights Act 2019. It is considered that the subject matter
does not conflict with any human rights and supports a human rights approach to decision making
by Council. Council representatives will endeavour to act and make decisions under this report in a
manner that is compatible with human rights. This report should be read in conjunction with
Council’s Human Rights Policy.




Consultation
External Consultation - Community & Stakeholder
Nil