2016-09-06 P&E Committee - Attachment 1 to Item 6 - Noosa Parklands Park Management Plan

       Noosa Parklands Park Management Plan




     These parcels were dedicated as public open space in the 1980s as part of the Noosa
     Parklands housing estate development. The development was promoted as having an
     ‘undisturbed natural environment’ and ‘parkland and playground for families’. The park is
     zoned for open space conservation under the Noosa Council Plan.

     The management vision for the park is to: “protect and enhance the natural, cultural and
     social values of bushland reserves and recreational parks in Noosa Parklands, while
     providing local residents and visitors with outdoor recreational opportunities.”

     The park contains a number of key environmental, cultural and recreational values that are
     important to protect for both local residents and visitors. These include:
         •	Landscape connectivity – the park’s vegetated landscape assists in linking habitat
            between Tewantin National Park, and more broadly, Noosa and the Great Sandy
            National Park.
         •	Waterbodies – the park is within the lower Noosa River Catchment and contains the
            main branch of Wooroi Creek along with three minor tributaries, a small lagoon and
            an artificial dam. The integrity of the park’s waterbodies (including natural vegetation)
            also assists with maintaining water quality in Noosa River.
         •	Flora and fauna – there are more than 300 native flora, and 294 native fauna species
            which have been observed in the park. Of these, ten are considered to be threatened.
            An active bushland care group undertakes regular environmental works in the
            bushland reserve areas.
         •	Indigenous and European cultural heritage – known European historical uses within
            the park include farming and timber collection. Council will continue to consult with
            Traditional Owners on park management matters.
         •	Recreation and social – the site is an important and valued recreational area for many
            local residents who enjoy walking, bike riding, exercising their dog and playing on
            grassed areas and on playground facilities. Key management considerations for the
            park include management of pest plants and animals, natural hazards (e.g. fire and
            flood), community engagement and monitoring opportunities.

     Objectives (Section 2.2) and management actions (Section 5) have been identified for each
     natural, cultural and recreational values, along with associated implementation timeframes,
     responsibilities and required resources.




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