NOOSA PLAN 2020 PROPOSED AMENDMENT NO. 2 - POST PUBLIC NOTIFICATION FOR FINAL STATE GOVERNMENT MINISTERIAL APPROVAL · Attachment 1 Table of submissions

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                         •   be owned and managed by NoosaCare (a not for profit organisation).
                         •   incorporate Assisted Living Services and include Government home care packages and resident
                             packages for cleaning, meals laundry etc. provided by NoosaCare.
                         •   provide for emergency medical assistance from staff of the Carramar aged care facility.
                         •   provide for co-location with the aged care facility.
                         •   provide a mix of housing choices from bedsit, 2 bedroom and some 3 bedroom units, with the majority
                             of the facility comprising small dwelling units as defined under Proposed Amendment No. 2.
                         •  provide a more affordable retirement option and not compete with the ‘over fifties lifestyle village’.
                         Benefits resulting from the proposed facility will include:
                         •   Co-location – the Federal Governments goal of supporting seniors to live at home for as long as
                             possible means people are entering retirement living at an older age than previously experienced.
                             The average age of residents entering retirement village living is now 75 years old, with an average
                             occupancy of 5 years. Co-location benefits older people as they can quickly access acute care
                             services from the same provider in an adjoining proximity. This reduces the stress of searching for
                             an alternative high care facility when a health event or general aged-related deterioration occurs. The
                             location of the proposed retirement living community sits on the boundary of NoosaCare’s Carramar
                             residential aged care facility, allowing for the provision of high care services as well as the option of
                             providing fast and smooth relocation for residents to higher care facilities as required.
                         •    Provision of affordable staff accommodation – the lack of skilled staff in the aged care sector has
                              been well reported and has exacerbated following the COVID pandemic. A shortfall of at least
                              110,000 direct aged care workers in Australia is projected by 2030. This is of significant concern for
                              the Noosa LGA, given its higher than average resident age compared with the Queensland average.
                              The highest age group in the Noosa LGA is people 70-74, representing 8.0% of the local population,
                              compared with 4.6% for the state. The provision of affordable accommodation for aged care staff is
                              critical, particularly given the lack of available rental accommodation and the high median house price
                              relative to the state average. NoosaCare plans to provide housing for 24 staff within the proposed
                              development. This will assist NoosaCare’s ability to provide direct and indirect care services, and will
                              add to the number of housing options available in the Noosa LGA.
                         The need for diversified and affordable housing is well documented under Noosa Council documents.
                         The Noosa Plan 2020 Proposed Amendment No. 2 is identified by Council as a major amendment which
                         seeks to support housing supply, housing choice, housing diversity and housing affordability and which
                         includes:
                         •   expanding housing choice by requiring and incentivising smaller dwellings, accessible dwellings,
                             affordable dwellings and dwellings specifically built for permanent rental;
                         •   rezoning certain land to increase opportunities for smaller dwellings and key worker accommodation.
                         The proposal by NoosaCare for retirement housing and affordable worker accommodation to support and
                         complement the existing Carramar aged care facility is consistent with outcomes of the Noosa Plan 2020
                         Proposed Amendment No. 2 and Noosa Housing Strategy 2022, and is also supported by the Housing
                         Needs Assessment 2021.
             23104865    As a long-term resident and property owner, I am deeply invested in the sustainable development of our          An integrated traffic and landuse study is currently underway and is likely to make recommendations              That no change to proposed
             and         community and wish to ensure that any changes to the planning scheme support the needs of all residents         about certain roads and intersections. At times through the day the Poinciana Av / Sidoni St / Doonella          amendments be made as a result
                         without compromising the unique character and functionality of our Neighborhoods.                               St route is indeed at saturation point.                                                                          of this submission
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                         The current traffic infrastructure, including the roundabouts at Moorindil St and Werin St, is already under    Capacity planning for the planning scheme including the Local government Infrastructure Plan as well as
                         significant pressure and increased density on 51 Poinciana Av would exacerbate these traffic issues.            UnityWater’s network service plan has factored in the highest level of development according to the
                         Specifically:                                                                                                   zoning of the land and any hard constraints (such as flooding).
                         • Higher density housing will result in a greater number of vehicles entering and exiting Poinciana Ave.        Central Tewantin is very well services by public transport and pathways and some residents may choose
                           This increased traffic volume will add to the congestion, particularly during peak hours, making it more      to minimise the use of a private car. It is well located in terms of all services including the primary school
                           challenging for residents to safely enter and exit their properties.                                          and a range of employment options.
                         • The roundabouts at Moorindil St and Werin St are critical junctions that already experience heavy traffic.    Ongoing urban expansion is neither practical nor desirable. It is not known where in Noosa Shire is
                           Additional vehicles from new developments will put further strain on these roundabouts, potentially           suitable for low cost housing but they should be aware Council has explored every possible area and
                           leading to longer wait times and increased risk of accidents.                                                 projects are planned for various parts of the Shire.
                         • The left-in, left-out turning arrangement, while necessary, is not ideal for managing increased traffic. It
                           limits access options for residents and can lead to congestion and confusion, particularly for visitors
                           unfamiliar with the area.
                         • Increased traffic flow can also pose safety risks for pedestrians and cyclists in the area. With more
                           vehicles on the road, the likelihood of accidents increases, compromising the safety and well-being of
                           local residents.
                         The current infrastructure in Tewantin is already struggling to cope with the existing population. The
                         proposed amendments would place additional strain on several critical infrastructure components:
                         • Stormwater Management: The stormwater capability along Poinciana Ave is inadequate, leading to
                           frequent overflows and erosion during heavy rains. The natural overland flow paths for stormwater are

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Table of Submissions made regarding Noosa Plan 2020 Proposed Amendment No. 2, 2024