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MINUTES
Ordinary Meeting
Thursday, 20 June 2024
5:00 PM
Pomona Memorial School of Arts Hall
6 Reserve St, Pomona
Crs Frank Wilkie (Chair), Karen Finzel, Amelia Lorentson, Jessica Phillips, Brian Stockwell, Tom
Wegener, Nicola Wilson
“Noosa Shire – different by nature”
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1. ATTENDANCE & APOLOGIES
COUNCILLORS
Cr Frank Wilkie (Chair)
Cr Karen Finzel
Cr Amelia Lorentson (via Microsoft Teams)
Cr Jessica Phillips
Cr Brian Stockwell
Cr Tom Wegener
Cr Nicola Wilson
EXECUTIVE
Acting Chief Executive Officer Larry Sengstock
Director Community Services Kerri Contini
Director Corporate Services Trent Grauf
Director Development & Regulation Richard MacGillivray
Director Strategy and Environment Kim Rawlings
Acting Director Infrastructure Services Shaun Walsh
APOLOGIES
Nil.
Council Resolution
Moved: Cr Frank Wilkie
Seconded: Cr Jessica Phillips
That in accordance with Section 254K of the Local Government Regulation, Cr
Lorentson is approved to attend the Meeting dated 20 June 2024 via Microsoft
Teams.
Carried unanimously.
2. CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES
2.1. ORDINARY MEETING 16 MAY 2024
Council Resolution
Moved: Cr Karen Finzel
Seconded: Cr Brian Stockwell
The Minutes of the Ordinary Meeting held on 16 May 2024 be received and
confirmed.
Carried unanimously.
2.2. SPECIAL MEETING 3 JUNE 2024
Council Resolution
Moved: Cr Nicola Wilson
Seconded: Cr Karen Finzel
The Minutes of the Special Meeting held on 3 June 2024 be received and
confirmed.
Carried unanimously.
3. MAYORAL MINUTES
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Nil.
4. PETITIONS
4.1. PETITION: OFFLEASH AREA
Refer to Attachment 1 to the Minutes - Petition - Off Leash Area & Dog Park in
Cooroy - Trevor Butler
Council Resolution
Moved: Cr Tom Wegener
Seconded: Cr Brian Stockwell
That the petition with 400+ signatories submitted by Trevor Butler, requesting that
Council install a dog park in the Cooroy area be received and referred to the Chief
Executive Officer to determine appropriate action.
Carried unanimously.
5. NOTIFIED MOTIONS
Nil.
6. PRESENTATIONS
Nil.
7. DEPUTATIONS
7.1. APPLICANT: SAVE NOOSA HINTERLAND - NICK COOKE
TOPIC: HEAVY VEHICLE HAULAGE IN NOOSA HINTERLAND
8. CONSIDERATION OF COMMITTEE REPORTS
8.1. AUDIT & RISK COMMITTEE REPORT - 31 MAY 2024
ATTENDANCE & APOLOGIES
COMMITTEE MEMBERS
(External) Timothy Cronin, Chair
(External) Member Ian Rushworth
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Cr Tom Wegener
Cr Nicola Wilson
NON-COMMITTEE MEMBERS/OFFICERS
Acting Chief Executive Officer, Larry Sengstock
Director Corporate Services, Trent Grauf
Executive Officer, Internal Audit & Corporate Performance, Debra Iezzi
Governance Manager Diana Stewart
Financial Services Manager, Pauline Coles
People & Culture Manager, Jacqui Campbell
ICT Manager, Ryan Smith
KPMG, Thomas Cook
KPMG, Erin Neville-Stanley
QAO, Chantelle Hanna (Microsoft Teams)
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATIONS TO COUNCIL
1. 2024 AUDIT COMMITTEE BRIEFING PAPER AND INTERIM REPORT - QAO
& KPMG
That Council note the 2024 the Briefing Paper and Interim Report provided by the
Queensland Audit Office (QAO) and KPMG to the Audit & Risk Committee
meeting dated 31 May 2024.
2. 2024 INTERIM REPORT - QAO
That Council note the 2024 Interim Report provided by the Queensland Audit
Office (QAO) to the Audit & Risk Committee meeting dated 31 May 2024.
3. SHELL FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND END OF FINANCIAL YEAR
UPDATE
That Council note the report by the Financial Services Manager to the Audit & Risk
Committee Meeting dated 31 May 2024 regarding Council’s progress preparing
for the 2023/24 financial statements.
4. UPDATE OF COUNCIL'S STRATEGIC RISK REGISTER
That Council note the report by the Executive Officer Internal Audit and Corporate
Performance to the Audit and Risk Committee meeting dated 31 May 2024
providing an update on the Strategic Risk Register.
Council Resolution
Moved: Cr Nicola Wilson
Seconded: Cr Karen Finzel
That the report of the Audit & Risk Committee dated 31 May 2024 be received
and the recommendations therein be adopted.
Carried unanimously.
8.2. PLANNING & ENVIRONMENT COMMITTEE REPORT - 11 JUNE 2024
ATTENDANCE & APOLOGIES
COMMITTEE MEMBERS
Cr Amelia Lorentson (Chair)
Cr Brian Stockwell
Cr Tom Wegener
Cr Frank Wilkie
NON COMMITTEE MEMBERS
Cr Jessica Phillips
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Cr Nicola Wilson
EXECUTIVE
Acting Chief Executive Officer Larry Sengstock
Director Strategy and Environment Kim Rawlings
Director Development & Regulation Richard MacGillivray
APOLOGIES
Nil.
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATIONS TO COUNCIL
5.1. MCU23/0101 APPLICATION FOR SHORT-TERM ACCOMMODATION
AT 561 GYMPIE KIN KIN ROAD, KIN KIN
That Planning & Environment Committee Agenda Item 5.1 be referred to the
General Committee due to the significance of the issue.
5.2. MCU24/0003 DEVELOPMENT APPLICATION FOR MATERIAL CHANGE
OF USE FOR SHORT-TERM ACCOMMODATION AT 428 COOTHARABA
ROAD COOTHARABA
That Planning & Environment Committee Agenda Item 5.2 be referred to the
General Committee due to the significance of the issue.
5.3. MCU22/0094 DEVELOPMENT APPLICATION FOR A CHILDCARE
CENTRE AT 28 EENIE CREEK ROAD, NOOSAVILLE
That Planning & Environment Committee Agenda Item 5.3 be referred to the
General Committee due to the significance of the issue.
5.4. MCU16/0070.01 APPLICATION FOR A MINOR CHANGE TO A
DEVELOPMENT APPROVAL FOR A MATERIAL CHANGE OF USE OF
PREMISES - COMMERCIAL BUSINESS TYPE 3 - VETERINARY AT 69 MARY
STREET, NOOSAVILLE
That Council note the report by the Senior Development Planner to the Planning
& Environment Committee Meeting dated 11 June 2024 regarding Application No.
MCU16/0070.01 to make a minor change to an existing approval for a
Development Permit for Material Change of Use of Premises - Commercial
Business Type 3 - Veterinary situated at 69 Mary St, Noosaville and:
A. Agree to amend condition 2, as outlined in Attachment 1.
B. Agree to include additional condition 8, as outlined in Attachment 1.
C. Agree to enter into an Infrastructure Agreement with the applicant that provides
for contributions in lieu one on site car parking space.
D. Note the report is provided in accordance with Section 63(5) of the Planning
Act 2016.
5.5. FURTHER REPORT - MCU21/0110 - APPLICATION FOR MATERIAL
CHANGE OF USE - RESORT COMPLEX AND ANCILLARY BAR, FOOD AND
DRINK OUTLET, OUTDOOR SPORT AND RECREATION, AND CLUB (MINOR
EXTENSION TO EXISTING CLUBHOUSE) AT 61 NOOSA SPRINGS DRIVE,
NOOSA HEADS
That Planning & Environment Committee Agenda Item 5.5 be referred to the
General Committee due to the significance of the issue.
Council Resolution
Moved: Cr Brian Stockwell
Seconded: Cr Karen Finzel
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That the report of the Planning and Environment Committee meeting dated 11
June 2024 be received and the recommendations therein be adopted except
where dealt with by separate resolution.
Carried unanimously.
8.3. SERVICES & ORGANISATION COMMITTEE REPORT - 11 JUNE 2024
ATTENDANCE & APOLOGIES
COMMITTEE MEMBERS
Cr Karen Finzel (Chair)
Cr Jessica Phillips
Cr Frank Wilkie
Cr Nicola Wilson
NON-COMMITTEE MEMBERS
Cr Tom Wegener
EXECUTIVE
Acting Chief Executive Officer, Larry Sengstock
Acting Director Infrastructure Services, Shaun Walsh
Director Community Services, Kerri Contini
Director Development & Regulation, Richard MacGillivray
APOLOGIES
Nil
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATIONS TO COUNCIL
5.1 PROPOSED TRUSTEE LEASE RENEWALS - THE SOUND PARK
QUAMBY PLACE
That Council note the report by the Property Manager, Development and
Regulation to the Services and Organisation Committee Meeting dated 11 June
2024 and:
A. Agree to enter into a 10 year commercial lease with C & S Webster for Lease
A on Lot 32 N21854 in accordance with the terms generally outlined in this report;
and
B. Agree to enter into a 10 year commercial lease with B A Ogilvie and P A Bacon
for Lease Area B on Lot 32 N21854, Lease Area C on Lot 32 N21854, Lease Area
D on Lot 32 N21854 and Lease Area E on Lot 32 N21854 in accordance with the
terms generally outlined in this report; and
C. Apply the exception to the requirement for tendering of each lease under
section 236 (1) (c) (iii) of the Local Government Regulation 2012 as the disposals
are for the purpose of renewing the leases to the existing tenants of the land; and
D. Authorise the CEO to negotiate, make, vary, sign and discharge the leases and
any required variations of the lease on Council’s behalf.
5.2. NOOSA SHIRE COUNCIL SPECIALISED SUPPLIER LIST
That Council
A. Note the report by the Arts & Culture Manager to the Services & Organisation
Committee Meeting dated 11 June 2024; and
B. Add Theatre Technician Services to the Specialised Supplier List for the
remaining term of the list’s validity period, being 26 October 2024.
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5.3. CONTRACT NO. T000067 – REGISTER OF PRE-QUALIFIED SUPPLIERS
FOR PROVISION OF TRADE SERVICES
That Council
A. Note the report by the Buildings and Facilities Coordinator to the Services and
Organisation Committee dated 11 June 2024;
B. Approve the award of Contract No. T000067 for the Register of Prequalified
Suppliers for the Provision of Trade Services {Refresh} for a period of two (2)
years effective 23 June 2024 to the following suppliers that will be in addition to
the existing list of suppliers on this ROPS:
Advanced Buildings (Queensland) Pty Ltd
Bailey and Dalton Electrical Pty Ltd
Bertram and Son Services Pty Ltd
Coast Life Painting, Ryan Charles Sawers t/as
Coast Smoke Alarms, TTF McGrath Family Trust t/as
CVSG Asset Services Pty Ltd
D2E Electrical Co. Pty Ltd
Ecologic Energy Pty Ltd
Energypro Pty Ltd
Higgins Coatings Pty Ltd
MDL Electrical Contracting Pty Ltd
Nicholas Ashton
Noosa Decorating, Christopher John McCann t/as
Plumbing Bros Sunshine Coast, TTF Sinclair Plumbing Trust t/as
Q - Main Pty Ltd
Satisfied Plumbing and Gas Services
T2 Electrical & Data Pty Ltd
Kimini Constructions, TTF Hill Family Trust t/as
HSCD, TTF Stower Business Trust t/as
Bruff Painting, TTF The Brough Family Trust t/as
Whelan Electrical Services Pty Ltd
Yeti Services Pty Ltd
C. Subject to satisfactory performance of the suppliers, authorise the CEO to
approve the option to extend the contract at the expiry of this term for a further
one (1) term of up to two (2) years ending on 22 June 2028.
7.1. EUMUNDI-NOOSA ROAD LANDFILL TRANSFER
STATION - OPERATION BY NOOSA COUNCIL
That Council
A. Note the report by the Manager Resource Recovery to the Services and
Organisation Meeting dated 11 June 2024 regarding the Eumundi-Noosa Road
landfill transfer station;
B. Approve the transfer of the operation of the Eumundi-Noosa Road landfill
transfer station from the contractor (Cleanaway) to Infrastructure Services, Noosa
Council; and
C. Delegate to the Chief Executive Officer the power to:
1. Negotiate, finalise and execute all relevant documentation to facilitate the
transfer of the operation to Infrastructure Services, Noosa Council; and
2. Approve the establishment of three full-time (Level 4 LAWA) resources to
manage the operation of the Eumundi-Noosa Road landfill transfer station.
Council Resolution
Moved: Cr Jessica Phillips
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Seconded: Cr Tom Wegener
That the report of the Services & Organisation Committee meeting dated 11 June
2024 be received and the recommendations therein be adopted except where
dealt with by separate resolution.
Carried unanimously.
8.4. GENERAL COMMITTEE MEETING REPORT - 17 JUNE 2024
ATTENDANCE & APOLOGIES
COMMITTEE MEMBERS
Cr Brian Stockwell (Chair)
Cr Karen Finzel
Cr Amelia Lorentson
Cr Jessica Phillips
Cr Tom Wegener
Cr Frank Wilkie
Cr Nicola Wilson
EXECUTIVE
Acting Chief Executive Officer Larry Sengstock
Director Strategy and Environment Kim Rawlings
Director Development & Regulation Richard MacGillivray
Director Corporate Services Trent Grauf
Director Community Services Kerri Contini
Acting Director Infrastructure Services Shaun Walsh
APOLOGIES
Nil.
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATIONS TO COUNCIL
5.1. MCU23/0101 APPLICATION FOR SHORT-TERM ACCOMMODATION AT
561 GYMPIE KIN KIN ROAD, KIN KIN
Council Resolution
Moved: Cr Tom Wegener
Seconded: Cr Brian Stockwell
That Council note the report by the Senior Development Planner to the Planning
& Environment Committee Meeting dated 11 June 2024 regarding Application
No. MCU23/0101 for a Development Permit for Material Change of Use - Short-
term accommodation situated at 561 Gympie Kin Kin Rd, Kin Kin and:
A. Refuse the application for the following reasons.
1. The proposal is not consistent with 3.2.6 (Agriculture and Rural Based
Activities) of the Strategic Framework as:
a. It does not protect agricultural land from encroachment from urban
development and would compromise productivity.
b. Short-term accommodation is not an ancillary rural industry which
supports production, investment, and diversification.
2. The proposal is not consistent with 3.2.6 (Tourism) of the Strategic
Framework as:
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a. It does not provide for high quality nature-based and rural tourism
experiences.
b. Short-term accommodation is not an ancillary rural industry which
supports production, investment, and diversification.
3. The proposal is not consistent with 3.3.3 (Housing Choice) of the Strategic
Framework as:
a. It does not protect the rural neighbourhood from short term visitor
accommodation that would impact on the amenity enjoyed by
residents.
4. The proposal does not comply with the Purpose and Overall Outcome
(2)(i) of the Rural Zone Code as
a. it does not provide for rural uses and/or activities or other uses and
activities that are compatible with existing and future rural uses and
activities.
b. it does not provide for rural uses and/or activities or other uses and
activities that are compatible with the character and environmental
features of the zone.
c. the visitor accommodation in its proposed form does not complement
rural uses or promote the sustainable use of rural land.
5. The use of the premises for Short Term Accommodation is not consistent
with Overall Outcome (2)(j) and Performance Outcome PO4 of the Rural
Zone Code as it not compatible with rural activities and will detract from
the rural amenity of adjoining properties.
6. The use of the premises for Short Term Accommodation is not consistent
with Performance Outcome PO8 of the Rural Zone Code as the proposed
location of the dwelling within 200m of mapped Agricultural Land
Conservation Area, is not sufficiently setback to mitigate risks associated
with the use of chemicals or air pollutants and/or avoid conflict with current
or future rural uses and activities on adjoining properties.
7. The use of the premises for Short Term Accommodation is not consistent
with Overall Outcome (2)(g) and Performance Outcome PO1 and PO2 of
the Visitor Accommodation Code as:
a. The site is within 250 metres of mapped Agricultural Land
Conservation Area which is intended for intensive animal industry,
intensive horticulture or rural industry uses.
b. The site is within 100 metres of mapped Agricultural Land
Conservation Area which is intended for agricultural operations.
c. It will impact on the ability of rural landowners to carry out agricultural
pursuits.
d. It will result in conflicts with nearby land uses.
e. It will detract from the character and amenity of the local area.
8. The use of the premises for Short Term Accommodation is not consistent
with Performance Outcome PO25 of the Visitor Accommodation Code as
it will result in an unreasonable loss of residential amenity because of a
likely increase in noise to adjoining properties.
9. The use is inconsistent with the Noosa Housing Strategy 2022 - Keep
Noosa Home item 7.7: Ensure that short-term accommodation in the
hinterland is complementary to housing on site and not at the expense of
housing. Whole-house short term rentals should be limited to infrequent
letting of the owner’s principal-place of residence.
10. The use is inconsistent with the Noosa Council Short Term
Accommodation Monitoring Report November 2022 as:
a. Short-term accommodation, without a permanent resident remaining
on site, compromises future housing supply for permanent residents.
b. Short-term accommodation of an entire dwelling house compromises
adequate long term housing stock being available to meet the diverse
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needs of Noosa Shire’s current and future residents, consistent with
Noosa Council’s adopted Housing Strategy 2022.
c. Short-term accommodation does not reinforce the purpose and
outcomes to be achieved by development within the Rural zone for
rural pursuits, particularly agricultural uses and complementary value-
added uses and housing for permanent residents.
Carried unanimously.
5.2. MCU24/0003 DEVELOPMENT APPLICATION FOR MATERIAL CHANGE
OF USE FOR SHORT-TERM ACCOMMODATION AT 428 COOTHARABA
ROAD COOTHARABA
Council Resolution
Moved: Cr Brian Stockwell
Seconded: Cr Tom Wegener
That Council note the report by the Development Planner to the Planning &
Environment Committee Meeting dated 11 June 2024 regarding Application No.
MCU24/0003 for a Development Permit for Material Change of Use -Short-term
accommodation situated at 428 Cootharaba Rd Cootharaba Qld 4565 and:
A. Refuse the application for the following reasons
1. The proposal is not consistent with 3.2.6 (Tourism) of the Strategic
Framework as:
a. It does not provide for high quality nature-based and rural tourism
experiences.
b. Short-term accommodation is not an ancillary rural industry which
supports production, investment, and diversification.
2. The proposal is not consistent with 3.3.3 (Housing Choice) of the Strategic
Framework as:
a. It does not protect the rural neighbourhood from short term visitor
accommodation that would impact on the amenity enjoyed by
residents.
3. The proposal does not comply with the Purpose and Overall Outcomes
(2)(i) of the Rural Zone Code as
a. it does not provide for rural uses and/or activities or other uses and
activities that are compatible with existing and future rural uses and
activities.
b. it does not provide for rural uses and/or activities or other uses and
activities that are compatible with the character and environmental
features of the zone.
c. the visitor accommodation in its proposed form does not complement
rural uses or promote the sustainable use of rural land.
4. The use of the premises for Short Term Accommodation is not consistent
with Performance Outcome PO4 of the Rural Zone Code as it not
compatible with rural activities and will detract from the rural amenity of
adjoining properties.
5. The use of the premises for Short Term Accommodation is not consistent
with Performance Outcome PO25 of the Visitor Accommodation Code as
it will result in an unreasonable loss of residential amenity because of a
likely increase in noise to adjoining properties.
6. The proposal does not comply with the Purpose and Overall Outcomes
(2)(a), (b) and (e) of the Bushfire Hazard Overlay Code as:
a. It does not avoid or mitigate the potential adverse impacts of bushfire
on people and property.
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b. It proposes development in an area at risk from bushfire hazard and
it is not compatible with the nature of the hazard.
c. The risk to people, property and the natural environment from bushfire
hazard is not minimised.
d. The development unduly burdens disaster management response
and recovery capacity and capabilities.
7. The proposal does not comply with Performance Outcome PO1 of the
Bushfire Hazard Overlay Code as:
a. The development may materially increase the number of people
congregating on the premises who are unfamiliar with the locality, and
as such increasing risk to the safety of people and property from the
adverse impacts of bushfire.
8. The proposal does not comply with Performance Outcome PO6 of the
Bushfire Hazard Overlay Code as:
a. Safe access and egress to the development for emergency vehicles
and personnel has not been demonstrated.
b. easy and safe evacuation of residents of premises and access by
emergency services has not been demonstrated.
9. The use is inconsistent with the Noosa Housing Strategy 2022 - Keep
Noosa Home item 7.7: Ensure that short-term accommodation in the
hinterland is complementary to housing on site and not at the expense of
housing. Whole-house short term rentals should be limited to infrequent
letting of the owners principal-place of residence
10. The use is inconsistent with the Noosa Council Short Term
Accommodation Monitoring Report November 2022 as:
a. Short-term accommodation, without a permanent resident remaining on
site, compromises future housing supply for permanent residents.
b. Short-term accommodation of an entire dwelling house compromises
adequate long term housing stock being available to meet the diverse
needs of Noosa Shire’s current and future residents, consistent with Noosa
Council’s adopted Housing Strategy 2022.
c. Short-term accommodation does not reinforce the purpose and outcomes
to be achieved by development within the Rural zone for rural pursuits,
particularly agricultural uses and complimentary value-added uses and
housing for permanent residents.
Carried unanimously.
5.3. MCU22/0094 DEVELOPMENT APPLICATION FOR A CHILDCARE
CENTRE AT 28 EENIE CREEK ROAD, NOOSAVILLE
Council Resolution
Moved Cr Brian Stockwell
Seconded Cr Frank Wilkie
That Council note the report by the Coordinator, Planning to the Planning &
Environment Committee Meeting dated 11 June 2024 regarding Application No.
MCU22/0094 for a Material Change of Use for a Childcare centre, situated at 28
Eenie Creek Rd Noosaville and:
A. Refuse the application for the following reasons:
1. The proposed development is not consistent with condition no. 53 of
Development Permit to Reconfigure a Lot (1 lot into 23 lots) RAL18/0023 as the
proposal does not include the required 10m wide landscaped garden bed to
Hofmann Drive.
2. The proposal is not consistent with the Strategic Intent and Strategic Outcomes
3.3.1(o), and 3.3.5 (s)(i) (D) of the Noosa Plan 2020 as the proposal fails to
incorporate the 10m wide landscaping required to Hofmann Drive to achieve the
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parklike, vegetated setting envisaged for the centre which is synonymous with the
Noosa style.
3. The proposal is not consistent with acceptable and performance outcomes
AO5, PO5, AO7.4, PO7 of the Noosaville Local Plan Code a:
a. The development does not retain or propose to enhance the required 10m wide
landscaped garden bed to Hofmann Drive which is important to contribute and
create the character sought for the Noosa Business Centre.
4. The proposal is not consistent with the overall outcome (3)(f) and (4) acceptable
and performance outcomes AO32.4, AO32.5, AO32.6, PO32 and PO33 of the
Major Centre Zone as:
a. Reducing the width of the landscaped garden beds required to Hofmann Drive,
particularly where this approach is continued for the remainder of the lots with
frontage to Hofmann Drive, will compromise and impact the ability to achieve a
centre which is overall recognisable as having a Noosa style.
b. The proposal does not retain, incorporate, or enhance the existing vegetation
within the required 10m wide landscaped garden bed to Hofmann Drive, which is
important to enhance the visual amenity and natural landscape character of the
Noosa Business Centre.
c. The proposal disrupts the landscaped streetscape treatment required to
Hofmann Drive intended to enhance the amenity and contribute positively to the
centre’s character.
d. The proposed use is an inconsistent use in the Major Centre Zone Code –
Business Park Precinct will not deliver the commercial and employment uses
intended for the Precinct such as health and wellbeing, education, research and
technology and knowledge-based industries.
e. The bio retention basin at the front of the site is located within the required
setback area and in front of the proposed carparking area which results in the
development being more visible to the road and not located in a park like setting.
5. The proposal is not consistent with overall outcome 2(a), (d) and performance
outcome PO8 of the Sustainable Building Design Code as the development does
not provide a minimum floor to ceiling height of 2.7m.
6. The proposed bicycle parking is not consistent with acceptable outcomes AO6.1
of the Driveways and Parking Code as they are located in an area that impedes
access around the site.
B. Note the report is provided in accordance with Section 63(5) of the Planning
Act 2016.
C. Request staff to undertake action to ensure the landscaping across the frontage
of the site is consistent with development approvals RAL18/0023 and
OPW20/0145.
For: Crs Wilkie, Stockwell, Wegener, Finzel and Wilson
Against: Crs Phillips and Lorentson
Carried.
5.4. FURTHER REPORT - MCU21/0110 - APPLICATION FOR MATERIAL
CHANGE OF USE - RESORT COMPLEX AND ANCILLARY BAR, FOOD AND
DRINK OUTLET, OUTDOOR SPORT AND RECREATION, AND CLUB (MINOR
EXTENSION TO EXISTING CLUBHOUSE) AT 61 NOOSA SPRINGS DRIVE,
NOOSA HEADS
In accordance with Chapter 5B of the Local Government Act 2009, Cr Finzel
provided the following declaration to the meeting of a declarable conflict of interest
in this matter:
I, Cr Finzel, inform the meeting that I have a declarable conflict of interest in this
matter as I have come to understand that JFP Urban Consultants on behalf of
Altum Property Group, who are the Developers of Park Ridge Noosa Springs,
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made a submission against the Noosa Springs Hotel Development. Since then,
the matter has changed give Altum Property Group has withdrawn the
submission. Leigh McCready, who is associated with Altum, was involved as a
volunteer with my 2020 election campaign with Future Noosa which is no longer
an entity. Although I have a declarable conflict of interest, I do not believe a
reasonable person could have a perception of bias because I believe I do not have
a close personal relationship with Leigh & Rob McCready. Therefore, I will choose
to remain in the meeting room. However, I will respect the decision of the meeting
on whether I can remain and participate in the decision.
Council Resolution
Moved: Cr Brian Stockwell
Seconded: Cr Nicola Wilson
That Council note the declarable conflict of interest by Cr Finzel and determine
that Cr Finzel participates and votes on this matter because Council believes that
Cr Finzel does not have a close personal relationship with Leigh & Rob McCready
and therefore a reasonable person would trust that the final decision is made in
the public interest.
Carried unanimously.
Cr Finzel did not vote on the above motion.
Council Resolution
Moved: Cr Brian Stockwell
Seconded: Cr Nicola Wilson
That Council note the Further Report by the Manager Development Assessment
to the Planning and Environment Committee Meeting dated 11 June 2024
regarding Application No. MCU21/0110 for a Development Permit for a Material
Change of Use – Resort Complex and ancillary Bar, Food and Drink Outlet,
Outdoor Sport and Recreation and Club (minor extension to existing clubhouse)
at 61 Noosa Springs Drive, Noosa Heads and defer this matter to a future meeting
round as the applicant has requested to extend the decision-making period
pursuant to section 22 of the Development Assessment Rules.
Carried unanimously.
6.1. YUROL RINGTAIL CONSERVATION PROJECT
That Council
A. Note the report by the Director Strategy & Environment to the General
Committee Meeting dated 17 June 2024 regarding the Yurol Ringtail
Environmental Project;
B. Note that the Transition Committee established under that project has now
completed its role and thank the members of that committee for their stewardship
of this important environmental project; and
C. Note the final report from the Transition Committee provided at Attachment 1
to the Report, and in particular, note that this project is adding an additional
2,400ha of land to the Tewantin National Park.
6.2. DAF SHARK CONTROL PROGRAM - RECOMMENDED COUNCIL POLICY
POSITION
That Council
A. Note the report by Environmental Services to the General Committee Meeting
dated 17 June 2024, regarding a recommended Council policy position on the
DAF Shark Control Program.
B. Adopt the following policy position that:
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1. Council continues to support the DAF Shark Control Program
(SCP) under the Queensland Shark Management Plan, with the vision of the SCP
transitioning to lower by-catch potential alternatives in waters adjacent to the
Noosa LGA; and
2. Council to work alongside DAF to explore further opportunities to actively
support SharkSmart educational programs, and alternative bite mitigation trials
where appropriate.
C. Note Council’s other shark management responsibilities including;
1. Marine animal stranding response, noting this role requires resourcing for
equipment, materials and staff training and the use of contractors to enable
Council to effectively respond to stranding events; and
2. Consideration of signage investigation relating to dangerous marine animal
warnings across Council managed canal systems only (Noosa Waters).
6.3. 2024-2025 FEES AND CHARGES
That Council note the report by the Manager Financial Services to the General
Meeting dated 17 June 2024 and pursuant to sections 97, 98 and 262(3)(c) of the
Local Government Act 2009, for the 2024-25 financial year the cost-recovery fees
and commercial charges provided as Attachment 1 to the report.
6.4. FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE REPORT – MAY 2024
That Council note the report by the Manager Financial Services to the General
Committee Meeting dated 17 June 2024 outlining May 2024 year to date
financial performance against budget, including changes to the financial
performance report with the inclusion of key financial sustainability indicators.
6.5. REGIONAL ARTS DEVELOPMENT FUND (RADF) - GRANT
RECOMMENDATIONS 2024
That Council
A. Note the report by the Arts and Culture Manager to the General Committee
Meeting dated 17 June 2024 regarding applications to the Regional Arts
Development Fund Round 21, 2024/25; and
B. Approve the recommendations of the Assessment Committee to fund projects
to the value of $36,700 as outlined in Attachment 1 to the report.
6.6. 2024-2025 COMMUNITY PROGRAM FUNDING – COMMUNITY PROJECT
GRANTS (ROUND ONE) – PROGRAM/PROJECTS
In accordance with Chapter 5B of the Local Government Act 2009, Cr Finzel
provided the following declaration to the meeting of a declarable conflict of interest
in this matter:
I, Cr Finzel, inform the meeting that I have a declarable conflict of interest in this
matter in relation to the Peregian Beach Surf Life Saving Club Grant application
which is before us today. Leigh McCready has recently been elected as the
president of this club. Mr Rob McCready sits in a decision-making capacity on the
Peregian Beach Surf Lifesaving Club Sub-Committee. Mr McCready is married
to Leigh McCready who worked as a volunteer on the 2020 Future Noosa Election
Campaign which is no longer an entity. Mr & Mrs McCready are not related
parties, nor are they close associates and therefore I do not believe this COI
satisfies the requirements the act as I do not stand to gain a benefit or loss in
relation to the matter that is no greater than the benefit or loss of a significant
proportion of persons in the local government area stand to gain or
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lose. However, in the public interest and full transparency I will declare this
interest as I believe I am able to make an impartial decision on the matter.
Therefore, I will choose to remain in the meeting room. However, I will respect the
decision of the meeting on whether I can remain and participate in the decision.
Council Resolution
Moved: Cr Brian Stockwell
Seconded: Cr Jessica Phillips
That Council note the declarable conflict of interest by Cr Finzel and determine
that Cr Finzel participates and votes on this matter because Council believes
that a reasonable person would trust that the final decision is made in the public
interest.
Carried unanimously.
Cr Finzel did not vote on the above motion.
Council Resolution
Moved: Cr Nicola Wilson
Seconded: Cr Jessica Phillips
That Council
A. Note the report by the Community Development Coordinator to the General
Committee Meeting dated 17 June 2024; and
B. Approve Round One 2024-25 Community Project Grants – Program/Projects
provided in Attachment 1 to this report, subject to sufficient funds to the value of
$42,085 being allocated in the adopted 2024/25 Council budget.
Carried unanimously.
6.7. 2024-2025 COMMUNITY PROGRAM FUNDING - COMMUNITY PROJECT
GRANTS (ROUND ONE) - INFRASTRUCTURE
That Council
A. Note the report by the Community Development Coordinator to the General
Committee Meeting dated 17 June 2024; and
B. Approve Round One 2024-2025 Community Project Grants - Infrastructure
provided in Attachment 1 to this report, subject to sufficient funds to the value of
$30,000 being allocated in the adopted 2024/25 Council budget.
6.8. 2024-2025 COMMUNITY PROGRAM FUNDING - COMMUNITY PROJECT
GRANTS (ROUND ONE) - EQUIPMENT
In accordance with Chapter 5B of the Local Government Act 2009, Cr Phillips
provided the following declaration to the meeting of a declarable conflict of interest
in this matter:
I, Cr Phillips, inform the meeting that I have a declarable conflict of interest in this
matter as I was the president of Cooroy Gymnastics until September 2023, and
as my parents were foundation members. Although I have a declarable conflict of
interest, I do not believe a reasonable person could have a perception of bias
because I and my parents are no longer involved in any capacity in the Cooroy
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Gymnastics Club. Therefore, I will choose to remain in the meeting room.
However, I will respect the decision of the meeting on whether I can remain and
participate in the decision.
Council Resolution
Moved: Cr Karen Finzel
Seconded: Cr Nicola Wilson
That Council note the declarable conflict of interest by Cr Phillips and determine
that Cr Phillips participates and votes on this matter because Council believes
that Councillor Phillips is no longer involved in any capacity in the Cooroy
Gymnastics Club and therefore a reasonable person would trust that the final
decision is made in the public interest.
Carried unanimously.
Cr Phillips did not vote on the above motion.
Council Resolution
Moved: Cr Karen Finzel
Seconded: Cr Tom Wegener
That Council
A. Note the report by the Community Development Coordinator to the General
Committee Meeting dated 17 June 2024; and
B. Approve Round One 2024-25 Community Project Grants – Equipment to the
value of $36,647.18 provided in Attachment 1 to this report, subject to sufficient
funds being allocated in the adopted 2024/25 Council budget.
Carried unanimously.
6.9. 2024-2025 COMMUNITY PROGRAM FUNDING - COMMUNITY PROJECT
GRANTS (ROUND ONE) - EVENTS
In accordance with Chapter 5B of the Local Government Act 2009, Cr Wegener
provided the following declaration to the meeting of a prescribed conflict of interest
in this matter:
I, Cr Wegener, inform the meeting that I have a prescribed conflict of interest in
this matter in relation to the funding recommendation to NOOSA International
Surfilm Festival. I am a member of the NOOSA International Surfilm Festival
Committee. As a result of my conflict of interest I will now leave the meeting room
while the matter is considered and voted on.
Cr Wegener left the meeting.
Council Resolution
Moved: Cr Brian Stockwell
Seconded: Cr Jessica Phillips
That Council
A. Note the report by the Community Development Coordinator to the General
Committee Meeting dated 17 June 2024; and
B. Approve Round One 2024-25 Community Project Grants – Events to the value
of $23,200 provided in Attachment 1 to this report, subject to sufficient funds being
allocated in the adopted 2024/25 Council budget.
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Carried unanimously.
Cr Wegener returned to the meeting.
6.10. 2024-2025 COMMUNITY GRANTS PROGRAM - COMMUNITY PROJECT
GRANTS (ROUND ONE) - OVERVIEW
That Council
A. Note the report by the Community Development Coordinator to the General
Committee Meeting dated 17 June 2024; and
B. Approve Round One 2024-25 Community Project Grants, subject to sufficient
funds to the value of $131,932.18 being allocated in the adopted 2024/25 Council
budget.
6.11. ENVIRONMENT & CLIMATE CHANGE GRANTS - ENVIRONMENT
PROJECT GRANTS (ROUND 19), CLIMATE CHANGE RESPONSE GRANTS
(ROUND 4)
That Council
A. Note the report by the Environmental Services Manager to the General
Committee Meeting dated 17 June 2024 regarding applications for the
Environment Project Grants (Round 19) and Climate Change Response Grants
(Round 4);
B. Approve the recommendations to fund projects totalling the amounts below:
i. Environment Project Grants (Attachment 1) - $13,293.00
ii. Climate Change Response Grants (Attachment 2) - $50,000; and
C. Authorise the CEO to enter Funding Deeds for the Environment Project grants
and Climate Change Response grants with successful organisations, as per the
recommended funding amount.
6.12. ONE YEAR EXTENSION OF THREE YEAR ALLIANCE GRANT
AGREEMENTS
In accordance with Chapter 5B of the Local Government Act 2009, Cr Stockwell
provided the following declaration to the meeting of a prescribed conflict of interest
in this matter:
I, Cr Stockwell, inform the meeting that I have a prescribed conflict of interest in
this matter in relation to the proposed funding allocations to the Noosa Lions
Football Club. I am the current President of the Noosa Lions Football Club. As a
result of my conflict of interest, I will now leave the meeting room while the matter
is considered and voted on.
Cr Stockwell left the meeting.
Council Resolution
Moved: Cr Tom Wegener
Seconded: Cr Jessica Phillips
That Council note the report by the Community Development Coordinator to the
General Committee Meeting dated 17 June 2024 and approve a one-year
extension to the Sports Field Maintenance and Hall/Community Centre Alliance
grants with the new completion date being 30 June 2025, subject to sufficient
funds being made available in the adopted 2024/25 budget.
Carried unanimously.
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Cr Stockwell returned to the meeting.
7.1. CONTRACT NO.
RP00637 - REGISTER OF PRE-QUALIFIED SUPPLIERS (ROPS) FOR THE
HIRE OF PLANT AND EQUIPMENT (COMMONLY KNOWN AS DRY HIRE)
That Council note the report by the Civil Work Maintenance Coordinator to the
General Committee Meeting dated 17 June 2024 and
A. Award Contract No. RP00637 – Register of Pre-Qualified Suppliers (ROPS) for
the Hire of Plant and Equipment (commonly known as Dry Hire) for a period of
two (2) years commencing on 1 July 2024 to the following suppliers:
Ready Industries Pty Ltd (1300TEMPFENCE)
ATF Services Pty Ltd (AAA)
Abletech Underground Group Pty Ltd
Cooloola Mini Hire Pty Ltd (Astro Hire)
BDA Infrastructure Pty Ltd
Brooks Hire Services Pty Ltd
Coates Hire Operations Pty Limited
Conplant Pty Ltd
Corbet Equipment Hire Pty Ltd
Durack Civil Pty Ltd
RAM Invest Pty Ltd (Earth Gear)
Flexihire Pty Ltd
Water Trucks Pty Ltd (H2flow Hire)
Hastings Deering (Australia) Limited
K2 Plant Hire Pty Ltd
Kennards Hire Pty Limited
Master Hire Pty Ltd
Onsite Rental Group Operations Pty Ltd
Porter Hire Pty Ltd
Rosmech Sales & Service Pty Ltd
RPM Hire Australia Pty Ltd
Sherrin Rentals Pty Ltd
Shore Hire Pty Ltd
The Trustee for Orchard Trust t/as Sniffers Plant Hire Pty Ltd
The trustee for the TFH Hire Trust t/as TFH Hire Services Pty Ltd
Trafquip Pty Ltd
WEZ Group PTY LTD
B. Delegates to the Chief Executive Officer the power to negotiate, finalise,
execute and do all things necessary to administer the Contract on behalf of
Council;
C. Subject to satisfactory performance of the suppliers, authorise the CEO to
approve the option to extend the contract at the expiry of initial term for a further
two (2) terms of up to twenty-four (24) months each ending on 30 June 2030; and
D. Authorise the CEO to approve the addition of new suppliers to Contract No.
RP00637 – Register of Pre-Qualified Suppliers (ROPS) for the Hire of Plant and
Equipment as a result of an advertised refresh at the expiry of the initial term and
term extensions.
7.2. CONTRACT NO.
RP00436 - REGISTER OF PRE-QUALIFIED SUPPLIERS (ROPS) FOR THE
HIRE OF PLANT AND OPERATOR (COMMONLY KNOWN AS WET HIRE)
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That Council note the report by the Civil Work Maintenance Coordinator to the
General Committee Meeting dated 17 June 2024 and
A. Award Contract No. RP00436 – Register of Pre-Qualified Suppliers (ROPS) for
the Hire of Plant and Operator (commonly known as Wet Hire) for a period of two
(2) years commencing on 1 July 2024 to the following suppliers:
o A.F Dixon & B.S Dixon (BS & AF Dixon)
o Abletech Underground Group Pty Ltd
o Albert and Herbert Pty Ltd
o AMAC Cranes Group Pty Ltd
o Amanda Alice Sims t/as Amanda Sims Contracting
o Asphalt Innovations Pty Ltd
o Aussie Hydro-Vac Services Pty Ltd
o Australian Civil Solutions Pty Ltd
o B.P Blacket & N.M Blacket t/as Jet Vac Excavations
o Base Course Management Queensland Pty Ltd
o Bebrok Excavations Pty Ltd
o BDA Infrastructure Pty Ltd (Black Diamond)
o Capital Asphalt QLD Pty Ltd
o Clayton's Towing Service Pty Ltd
o Cleanaway Industrial Solutions Pty Ltd
o Corbet Equipment Hire Pty Ltd
o Crejae Excavations Qld
o Durack Civil Pty Ltd
o Ellis Profiling QLD Pty Ltd
o Ensbey Earth Moving ATF The Ensbey Family Trust
o EPH Contracts (QLD) PTY LTD
o First Nations Civil & Contracting Pty Ltd
o Fishys Earthmoving ATF The Fish Family Trust
o Fleet Plant Hire Pty Ltd
o H2flow Hire (Water Trucks Pty Ltd)
o IBS Excavations (Moortop Pty Ltd)
o Junction Venture Pty Ltd t/as Cootharaba Earthworx
o Luke Allan Burrows
o MD Plant Hire Pty Ltd
o Pipe Management Australia Pty Ltd
o Falcon Earthmoving Pty Ltd t/as Qld Dozer Hire
o Roy's Earthmoving and Plant Hire Pty Ltd
o Sherrin Rentals Pty Ltd
o Sniffers Group
o Stabilised Pavements of Australia Pty Ltd
o Suttons Cleaning Service Qld Pty Ltd
o THD Civil Pty Ltd
o The Stabilising Pty Ltd
o The Trustee for Kelly Family Trust (Kelly's Earthworks)
o The Trustee for Valentine Family Trust t/as Valentine Transport
o Wez Group Pty Ltd
B. Delegates to the Chief Executive Officer the power to negotiate, finalise,
execute and do all things necessary to administer the Contract on behalf of
Council.
C. Subject to satisfactory performance of the suppliers, authorise the CEO to
approve the option to extend the contract at the expiry of initial term for a further
two (2) terms of up to twenty-four (24) months each ending on 30 June 2030.
D. Authorise the CEO to approve the addition of new suppliers to Contract No.
RP00436 – Register of Pre-Qualified Suppliers (ROPS) for the Hire of Plant and
Operator as a result of an advertised refresh at the expiry of the initial term and
term extensions.
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Council Resolution
Moved: Cr Frank Wilkie
Seconded: Cr Nicola Wilson
That the report of the General Committee meeting dated 17 June 2024 be
received and the recommendations therein be adopted except where dealt with
by separate resolution.
Carried unanimously.
9. ORDINARY MEETING REPORTS
Nil.
10. CLOSED SESSION
Nil.
11. PUBLIC QUESTION TIME
11.1. CRAIG VELLA
Question 1
Given considerable community concerns with the concept of a Conservation Park
over the Noosa River please advise the origins of turning the fish habitat areas of
the Noosa River into a Conservation Park. Without supplying an individual name,
was it a State Agency, Council Staff, a Councillor, or another person that proposed
the concept.
Response provided by Director Strategy & Environment, Kim Rawlings
One of the complexities of managing the Noosa River system and catchment is
that it is governed by a range of agencies, each with different responsibilities and
legislative, regulatory, planning and community roles. For catchment management
to be effective there needs to be a concerted and coordinated approach across
all agencies and stakeholders. For the past 20 years Council has explored a
range of mechanisms to achieve integrated management and collaborative
arrangements for the Noosa River Catchment. Most river catchments and many
other local governments grapple with this and there are a range of models that’s
exist. Council has explored many of these and various ideas have come from
various sources both within Council and from our community. This most recent
idea of a conservation park as another management model to explore or consider
was first suggested by Noosa Parks Association. Council officers did some initial
investigation, noting like other models previously explored it was worthy of further
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consideration, officers therefore recommended it be included for investigation and
consideration in the River Plan.
Question 2
Could the Sustainable Transport Levy which is budgeted to raise $933,000 in the
23/24 draft budget be used to repair and/or reconstruct the 'on land component'
of the boat ramp and associated car and trailer parking at Hilton Esplanade or at
any other boat ramp in the Noosa Shire? If not then why?
Response provided by Acting Director Infrastructure, Shaun Walsh
The Sustainable Transport Levy contributes towards the cost associated with a
range of transport services and initiatives that have the purpose of reducing traffic
congestion and demand on Noosa’s road network. This currently funds Councils
“Go Noosa” initiatives including free bus services during peak times, satellite
parking areas, carparking studies associated with demand management such as
the carparking technology trail implemented by Council in 23/34 Christmas
period. The levy is being fully expended at present and funding for new carparking
initiatives would either need the levy to rise, or existing services to be curtailed. If
levy funding was made available in the future for water transport, the most aligned
for use of the Sustainable Transport Levy could be associated with any “on water”
public transport including jetties for future public ferries (if that was a desired
option), as well as support satellite carparking spaces for patrons of a public ferry,
rather than construction of carparking and trailer parking for private use of the boat
ramp. It is noted that Council has recently undertaken sealing and line marking of
the existing boat ramp carpark at Noosaville as part of its ongoing funding
allocations and commitment to asset renewal and maintenance. In terms of
upgrades the optimal funding mechanism for boat ramp and associated car and
trailer parking is grant funding, underpinned by use of Council asset renewal
budget. To be able to seek grant funding Council would ideally have shovel ready
projects to meet submission obligations of the state and federal government
programs as they arise. Council has commenced Noosaville Foreshore
Infrastructure Masterplan, to assist in having shovel ready plans for the Noosaville
Boat Ramp, but note that more planning work needs to be done at other boat ramp
and parking locations in the Shire such as Tewantin, and has budget allocations
for future years to allow that work to commence.
11.2. ANDREW MCCARTHY
Question 1.
Having regard to the following commentary made by MSQ General Manager Mr
Kell Dillon, appearing in Noosa Today on 10 May 2024: We are the state marine
regulator, no one else is, and we intend to regulate the Noosa River through
proper zoning and planning, recognising that it is an important resource for the
state, and maximising its use for all people, not limiting it. Will the Noosa Council
remove all references to vessel restrictions from the draft Noosa River Catchment
Management Plan and all other Council plans and documentation that exist both
now and in the future?
Response provided by Director Strategy & Environment, Kim Rawlings
Management of the Noosa River involves a number of stakeholders working
collaboratively to address complex issues that surround the environmental,
cultural, commercial and recreational elements of the river. The river is a dynamic
system where actions and impacts need to be considered in an interrelated
manner, rather than in isolation. Examples of this include riparian vegetation
impact and bank erosion caused by excessive boat wash, downstream public
health issues from illegal waste discharge and altered flood regimes from
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increased system siltation from the upper catchment. Catchment Management
requires collaboration and working together to manage interrelated issues. There
are multiple agencies with varying responsibilities across the river, many of which
have interrelationships with others both in terms of planning, regulation and
management. Noosa Council will continue to have an advocacy, partnering and
collaborative role with all key stakeholders to ensure the strategic goals of Council
and the community as articulated in key strategies are considered by stakeholders
and various agencies when making decisions and reviewing current activities.
Council will continue to work closely with and have an advocacy role with MSQ to
ensure there is safe and equitable access for all users of the river, whilst ensuring
the environmental values of the river and catchment are maintained.
Question 2.
Mr Sengstock, it's been almost eight months since the October 2023 Draft Noosa
River Catchment Management Plan procedural motion requiring the Council to
undertake full community and stakeholder consultation and report back with final
and fully costed NRCMP in July 2024. We have seen no Community Consultation
on the NRCMP. Does that mean the Noosa Council will ignore the October 2023
DNRCMP procedural motion in favour of Cr Stockwell's December 2023 notified
motion Accelerated River Action? If so, what is the value of a Council procedural
motion?
Response provided by Director Strategy & Environment, Kim Rawlings
Council have not ignored the motion from Council from October. The motion of
October however unfortunately did not adequately take into account the impact of
timing as a result of caretaker period, the election and induction of new Council,
taking approximately 5-6 months collectively. As previously advised, Council staff
have been working with the new Council as part of a comprehensive induction
process to bring new Councillors up to speed across a large array of information
and projects. The River Plan is but one of these issues amongst many our new
Council is seeking to consider and determine a way forward on.
11.3. NICK HLUSZKO
Question 1.
Conservation Park FAQ: If Noosa Council did not ask the Department of
Environment and Science (DES) to indicate support or otherwise (for the
Conservation Park) as was reported at the Ordinary Meeting of May 16, 2024, why
then had Noosa Council already prepared and submitted a 2 page draft Factsheet
titled 'Conservation Park FAQ's' to DES on 27 September 2023 seeking
assistance with the content of the factsheet that included the following notation '...
such as Local Laws officers supporting Maritime Safety Queensland as registered
Shipping Inspectors', in circumstances where Noosa Council had not consulted
with Maritime Queensland about the issue nor had disclosed to Noosa ratepayers
that Noosa Council would be asking them to pay for Local Laws officers to be
registered shipping inspectors particularly during the cost of living crisis.
Response provided by Director Strategy & Environment, Kim Rawlings
Firstly, let's be clear and accurate about the question asked at the Ordinary
Meeting on 16th May – It was "Has the Council contacted the relevant state
authorities to see if they would approve a Conservation Park over the Noosa
River". As previously stated, the answer was no as this would have been pre-
emptive to the process required to explore and consider a Conservation Park. So
in saying that, given the community confusion about the Conservation Park
concept at the time and the misinformation that was being shared, Council at the
time thought it would be useful to draft a fact sheet on what a Conservation Park
is and what process would be required to be undertaken if this idea was to be
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considered at some stage as part of the overall River Plan. To ensure the Draft
Fact sheet accurately reflected the required process, Council of course sought
input and advice from the relevant State Government Department on its drafting.
As a result of the deferral motion this Draft Fact Sheet was not completed at the
time.
11.4. SHIRLEY NOCENTE
Question 1.
I am an 81-year-old local resident who has lived in Noosa and paid rates since
1969. I enjoy spending time at the Noosaville waterfront every week and many
times during the year with my family for picnics and BBQs. Why, as a part of the
Noosaville Foreshore Master Plan, does the Noosa Council want to use our own
Rates to limit Residents' access to the river by taking away over 100 riverside car
parks? Does this action reflect a covert Noosa Council policy to reduce the car
park numbers at key locations around our shire, as the Council did at the surf club
at Christmas?
Response provided by
Council has prepared the DRAFT Noosaville Foreshore Infrastructure Master plan
for community consultation. Council welcomes diverse views from the community
as part of the consultation program for the DRAFT plan to help set the optimal
direction for this cherished foreshore and will certainly consider these views as
part of its final deliberations. A key consideration is the opportunity to create more
green space along the beautiful water edge for community enjoyment, which it
can achieve through relocation of carparking spaces from the foreshore, to other
nearby locations. The DRAFT Master Plan proposed several locations to
relocation of carparking spaces, but it is noted that drop off areas and disabled
carparking spaces will need to be provided. In terms of the broader Noosa Council
program about carparking management, Council is committed to encouraging all
residents and visitors to embrace public and active transport to reduce congestion
as part of its endorsed Transportation Strategy, rather than trying to accommodate
peak time carparking demand, which would be at the loss of open space and
further exacerbate traffic congestion . Council is also committed to ensuring all
our foreshores and public spaces are also as attractive as possible as part of our
Noosa character and experience which is coveted by residents and visitors.
Question 2.
I was lucky enough to live opposite the Lions Park in Noosaville during the 1970s,
and my family has been fortunate to grow up around our beautiful river during that
time and since. Why does the Noosa Council plan to forever ruin the feel and soul
of this special place, our beloved Noosaville foreshore, with its overly elaborate
plans, including fake sand dunes that will take up valuable picnic areas and
separate the grass and river bank spaces, making it impossible for parents to keep
an eye of their kids? Doesn't the Council believe that our Noosaville foreshore is
beautiful as it is and only requires the lightest touch?
Response provided by
Council has prepared the DRAFT Noosaville Foreshore Infrastructure Master plan
for community consultation. Council welcomes diverse views from the community
as part of the consultation program for the DRAFT plan to help set the optimal
direction for this cherished foreshore and will certainly consider these views as
part of its final deliberations. A key challenge for the foreshore is increasing
erosion and tidal inundation arising from climate change. Early feedback from the
community sought nature based solutions to enhance the parklands and the
DRAFT plan proposes naturalised coastal protection barriers such as low sand
mounds and living sea walls to help protect the public areas of the foreshore from
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erosion in the future, where as “do nothing” increases the risk of loss of this
valuable community space. Council already undertakes sand nourishment along
the foreshore to halt erosion and this is an extension of this program. The DRAFT
plan also proposes wide beaches, lookout points and improved graded entries to
the beach areas to maximise access. Low planting is proposed on the low sand
mounds to maintain visibility and provide resilience to the river’s edge. In terms of
foreshore planning, it is noted that the current landscaping, pathways, beach
shelters and seating walls, now so valued and accepted by the community, were
established by Council 25 years ago as part of an infrastructure planning process.
It’s hard to imagine the foreshore now without these facilities. It is timely for
Council to plan for the future that help manage coastal and tidal issues, plan for
more green space for community use, plan for new and replacement toilets,
playgrounds and shelters, as well as locate wider paths that better manage the
significant number of residents and visitors now using the foreshore.
12. NEXT MEETING
The next Ordinary Meeting will be held at Council Chambers, 9 Pelican St, Tewantin
on Thursday 18 July 2024 at 10.00am.
13. MEETING CLOSURE
The meeting closed at 6.08pm