Annual Report 2021-22

          Noosa Shire Council



                           Noosa Project 2.0
                           As a Council, we have implemented a clear road map for the future of our
                           organisation. Noosa 2.0 will evolve in coming years to focus on delivering a
                           sustainable, customer-centric, agile organisation to serve the community. It
                           will be achieved in liaison with our vibrant Noosa community.



                           Social Housing / Affordable Housing / Tiny Homes
                           Council is tackling the housing affordability crisis on multiple fronts. Activities
                           such as the Housing & Homelessness Roadshow and the Social Services
                           Hub helped connect vulnerable people to housing providers and other
                           support agencies. As well as our partnership with YouTurn and Tiny Homes,
                           in trialling transitional housing in our region



                           Yurol Ringtail Conservation Project
                             On the 17th of May, the ceremonial signing of the MOU completing the
                             project was held in the Council Chambers. The project in partnership with
                             HQ Plantations, Green Fleet, traditional owners – Kabi Kabi, Queensland
                             State Government and Noosa Shire Council has resulted in permanent
                             protection of this important corridor between Cooloola and Tewantin National
     Parks. It provides valuable habitat for a range of threatened species including the koala.
     The Yurol Ringtail Conservation Project is unique with commercial, community, local and state
     government organisations working together to achieve a significant outcome for the environment.



                           Hinterland Playground
                           Completed construction of the world class Cooroy/Hinterland All Abilities
                           Adventure Playground after weathering the catastrophic flood events
                           in February. The playground has proved to be a huge attraction and has
                           benefitted Cooroy traders and the profile of the town.



                           Smart Biosphere –
                           Economic Development Strategy
                           The evolution of Noosa as a Smart Biosphere occurred through the
                           adoption of the Council’s Economic Development Strategy that connects the
                           strong environmental values of our community to future focused technology
                           that allows the Noosa community to meet economic challenges.
     The Strategy aims to develop of a more diverse and resilient economy that delivers high value
     employment opportunities.




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