2015-04-07 Item 2 - Attachment 1 - Pre feasibility Study of Electric Bus Routes

2.   Transport planning framework
     2.1     Strategic planning
     Noosa is located at the northern end of the South East Queensland region,
     approximately 130 kilometres (km) north of Brisbane. The level of development in
     Noosa is less intensive when compared to other coastal settlements in the region
     as a greater emphasis has been placed on the conservation and preservation of
     open space. This approach to development is generally reflected in the strategic
     planning documents prepared for the Noosa area.
     The Noosa Plan 2006 outlines Council’s overall vision for the Noosa area to 2015.
     According to this area-wide planning document, it is envisaged that Noosa will be:
     “…an inclusive community renowned for its creativity, innovation, vision and
     entrepreneurship where sustainability underpins excellence.”
     Underpinning this vision are the following seven key principles:
       Social cohesion and community well-being
       A strong sustainable economy

       Environmental excellence and sustainability
       Artistic and cultural diversity and excellence
       A commitment to maintaining a sustainable population

       Quality, innovative and reliable infrastructure
       Maintaining the “Noosa Style”
     In addition to Council’s overall vision, the Plan also provides specific visions to
     2015 for the Arts & Heritage, Economic, Environment, Social and Tourism sectors.

     2.1.1    Noosa transport plans

     The following transport plans guide the development of Noosa’s transport network:
       Noosa Integrated Local Transport Plan 2016
       Connecting SEQ 2031
     The Noosa Integrated Local Transport Plan 2016 (ILTP) aims to ensure that by the
     year 2016 there are a variety of safe, efficient and effective transport options
     available that meet or exceed Noosa Council’s transport objectives and targets. To
     achieve this aim, the ITLP is comprised of nine (9) policy objectives – ranging from
     the integration of transport and land uses through to the provision of attractive
     walkable environments – which seek to guide the development of Noosa’s
     transport network up to 2016.
     As South East Queensland’s official Integrated Regional Transport Plan,
     Connecting SEQ 2031 establishes a long-term plan to develop a sustainable
     transport system in the region. With respect to Noosa, a TransitWay corridor has
     been proposed which is expected to provide a direct public bus link between
     Noosa to the north and Caloundra (via CoastConnect) to the south. TransitWay
     prioritises buses in an attempt to provide frequent, fast, efficient and reliable
     services along the identified corridors.




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