Supporting Document - Noosa Ferry Operator

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40 October 2018 PELICAN
BOAT HIRE
NOOSA

To Noosa Council

This letter is to support the application for a Minor Change Application to approvals for the Pelican Boat
Hire jetty and pontoon structure.

As the operator of this facility and business, | can confirm that:

1. The current pontoon and jetty structure does not form a navigation hazard and is well outside the
main navigation channels;

2. Vessels are never moored on the outside of the pontoon overnight or for any extended period. The
area is kept clear for loading and unloading and all of our own boats have reserved pens closer to
shore.

3. The exterior edge of the pontoon is recognised as being unsuitable for long term mooring as the
wake from passing boats (travelling at 20 knots plus) causes unacceptable safety and damage risks
due to its lateral placement to the boat wake.

4. The Noosa Ferry in particular relies on the pontoon being kept clear for its passenger drop-offs which
occur 364 days a year. A letter of support has been provided to confirm the new design has been
uniquely and purposefully designed to provide full disabled access to all boats and areas providing a
significant improvement in amenity to locals and visitors.

5. The upgrade to the fuel system and bowsers has significant improved safety standards and
environmental protection for all users and the community. The design enables all vessels with access
to marine diesel and unleaded fuel safely and importantly with deep water access all year round and
in all tides. This is particularly important in light of the increasing silting of the Noosa River.

6. The facility is the only marine diesel station available between Mooloolaba and Tin Can Bay. It is
relied on by all essential services including Noosa Coast Guard and Water Police as well as all larger
visiting cruisers. This is the largest and busiest fuel station on the Noosa River and services the
majority of major tourism operators including Makepeace Island, Thriller, Noosa Ferry, Water Taxi,
Gondolas, Oceanrider, multiple fishing charter operators as well as residents and visitors. Any
variation to the current facility would require the structure and fuel system to be dismantled and
rebuilt as Code compliance requires single piece dual skinned vacuum fuel hoses from the tank to
the bowser. These cannot be readily adjusted or changed.

We believe the Minor Change Application is reasonable and appropriate for the location.

Regards q 7
CT

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Craig Mecsveen|

PELICAN BOAT HIRE
180 Gympie Terrace
NOOSAVILLE QLD 4566