2018-05-08 S&O Committee - Attachment 1 to Item 3 - Draft Noosa Cultural Plan

Vision
    Noosa ShireShire
        Noosa   Council
                     Council
Noosa Council’s vision is “Noosa Shire – different by nature”.
Through diverse arts, culture and heritage Noosa will retain a unique
character and be renowned for its creative expression and participation


Principles                                                 Aims
Noosa’s residents are fierce advocates for shared          Through the delivery of the Cultural Plan and the
community values and priorities - celebrating and          programs and actions that will follow, Council aspires to
preserving our natural environment, supporting             achieve these overarching aims and objectives:
responsible environmental and economic sustainability,
maintaining a cosmopolitan, village feel, engaging         •   Provide a diverse range of cultural venues,
in a healthy, outdoor lifestyle, valuing knowledge             experiences and activities that reflect local needs
and learning and maintaining connections between               and interests
people. The arts and heritage sectors play a vital role
                                                           •   Support creative expression and participation in a
in interpreting and reinforcing these values and the
                                                               variety of formats
Cultural Plan will be underpinned by the following
guiding principles:                                        •   Enhance the unique creative character, liveability
                                                               and aesthetic appeal of individual areas
•   We believe that everyone can enjoy the benefits of a
    culturally rich community                              •   Increase the role that arts, culture and heritage
                                                               play in regards to the environment, economy and
•   We value all forms of creativity and expression and
                                                               community
    all levels of participation and abilities
                                                           •   Increase awareness and understanding of local
•   We value quality, uniqueness and authenticity
                                                               cultural heritage
•   We respect the independence of our cultural sector
                                                           •   Increase the skills and knowledge of people in
•   We acknowledge and understand our history and              the cultural sector in order for them to adapt to
    will learn from it to inform our future                    changes, improve sustainability and harness new
                                                               opportunities
•   We are excited about the potential of the future
                                                           •   Improve the recognition and reputation of Noosa as
                                                               a cultural destination

                                                           •   Ensure the community retains a strong sense of
                                                               ownership, pride and involvement




    Key                  1. History and Heritage                   4. Knowledge and Learning

    Themes               2. Places and Spaces                      5. Growing the Cultural Economy

                         3. People and Participation               6. The Digital Future Begins Now