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MINUTES
Ordinary Meeting
Thursday, 18 July 2024
10:00 AM
Council Chambers, 9 Pelican Street, Tewantin
Cr 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 (via Microsoft Teams)
Cr Amelia Lorentson
Cr Jessica Phillips
Cr Brian Stockwell
Cr Tom Wegener
Cr Nicola Wilson
EXECUTIVE
Acting CEO Director Community Services Kerri Contini
Director Corporate Services Trent Grauf
Director Strategy and Environment Kim Rawlings
Director Development & Regulation Richard MacGillivray
Acting Director Infrastructure Services Kyrone Dodd
APOLOGIES
Nil
Council Resolution
Moved: Cr Frank Wilkie
Seconded: Cr Amelia Lorentson
That in accordance with Section 254K of the Local Government Regulation, Cr Finzel
is approved to attend the Meeting dated 18 July 2024 via Microsoft Teams.
Carried unanimously.
2. CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES
2.1. ORDINARY MEETING 20 JUNE 2024
Council Resolution
Moved: Cr Nicola Wilson
Seconded: Cr Jessica Phillips
The Minutes of the Ordinary Meeting held on 20 June 2024 be received and
confirmed.
Carried unanimously.
2.2. SPECIAL MEETING 28 JUNE 2024
Council Resolution
Moved: Cr Brian Stockwell
Seconded: Cr Tom Wegener
The Minutes of the Special Meeting held on 28 June 2024 be received and
confirmed.
Carried unanimously.
2.3. SPECIAL MEETING 10 JULY 2024
Council Resolution
Moved: Cr Tom Wegener
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Seconded: Cr Nicola Wilson
The Minutes of the Special Meeting held on 10 July 2024 be received and
confirmed.
Carried unanimously.
3. MAYORAL MINUTES
Nil.
4. PETITIONS
1 PETITION: OPPOSE THE NOOSAVILLE FORESHORE MASTER PLAN
Refer to Attachment 1 to the Minutes
Council Resolution
Moved: Cr Amelia Lorentson
Seconded: Cr Jessica Phillips
That the e-petition with 1,511 signatories submitted by Caryn Musgrave, regarding
opposition to the Noosaville Foreshore Master Plan be received and referred to the
Chief Executive Officer to determine appropriate action.
Carried unanimously.
1 PETITION: FRIENDS OF NOOSAVILLE FORESHORE SAY 'JUST LEAVE IT
ALONE"
Refer to Attachment 2 to the Minutes
Council Resolution
Moved: Cr Amelia Lorentson
Seconded: Cr Nicola Wilson
That the e-petition with 1663 signatories submitted by Andrew McCarthy, regarding
opposition to the Noosaville Foreshore Master Plan be received and referred to the
Chief Executive Officer to determine appropriate action.
Carried unanimously.
3 PETITION: DELORME STREET AGAINST AMENDMENT NO. 2 CHANGES
TO THE NOOSA PLAN 202 MEDIUM DENISUTY RESIDENTIAL ZONE
Refer to Attachment 3 to the Minutes
Council Resolution
Moved: Cr Amelia Lorentson
Seconded: Cr Jessica Phillips
That the petition with 27 signatories submitted by Suzie McDonald, regarding
"opposition to the proposed amendments to the medium density residential zone
Noosa 2020 Plan which disallow the construction of single dwellings and duplexes" be
received and referred to the Chief Executive Officer to determine appropriate action.
Carried unanimously.
4 PETITION: PEOPLES PARK
Refer to Attachment 4 to the Minutes
Council Resolution
Moved: Cr Frank Wilkie
Seconded: Cr Nicola Wilson
That the hard copy and e-petition with approximately 1095 signatories submitted by
Nick Cooke, requesting that Council "return the People's Park to a Carpark in Hastings
St Noosa Heads", be received and referred to the Chief Executive Officer to determine
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appropriate action.
Carried unanimously.
5. NOTIFIED MOTIONS
5.1. REQUEST TO REOPEN THE CONSULTATION PERIOD FOR PROPOSED
AMENDMENT NO. 2 TO NOOSA PLAN 2020
Motion
Moved: Cr Amelia Lorentson
Seconded: Cr Jessica Phillips
That Council Request the CEO to re-open the community consultation for
Proposed Amendment No. 2 to the Noosa Plan 2020, for an additional two weeks,
from 22 July to 4 August 2024.
Amendment No. 1
Moved: Cr Brian Stockwell
Seconded: Cr Tom Wegener
That Council Request the CEO to re-open the community consultation for
Proposed Amendment No. 2 to the Noosa Plan 2020 from 19 July to 28 July 2024.
For: Cr Stockwell
Against: Crs Wegener, Wilson, Lorentson, Finzel, Wilkie and Phillips
Lost.
Amendment No. 2
Moved: Cr Brian Stockwell
Seconded: Cr Tom Wegener
That Council Request the CEO to re-open the community consultation for
Proposed Amendment No. 2 to the Noosa Plan 2020 from 19 July to 28 July
2024and notify the community via Facebook and Media Release with updates
on the Your Say webpage.
For: Cr Stockwell, Lorentson, Finzel, Phillips and Wilson
Against: Cr Wilkie and Wegener
Carried.
Council Resolution
Moved: Cr Amelia Lorentson
Seconded: Cr Jessica Phillips
That Council Request the CEO to re-open the community consultation for
Proposed Amendment No. 2 to the Noosa Plan 2020 from 19 July to 28 July
2024 and notify the community via Facebook and Media Release with updates
on the Your Say webpage.
For: Cr Lorentson, Phillips, Wilson and Finzel
Against: Cr Stockwell, Wilkie and Wegener
Carried.
6. PRESENTATIONS
Nil.
7. DEPUTATIONS
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7.1. DEPUTATION - SHARK MITIGATION IN NOOSA SHIRE
APPLICANT: OCEANS FOR ALL - CAROLYN LANSDOWN, CHAIRPERSON
SPEAKERS: TAYLOR LADD HUDSON, ALBIE CURTIS, JARRAH SMALL
7.2. DEPUTATION - PEOPLE'S PARK
APPLICANT: NICK COOKE
SPEAKERS: NICK COOKE
11. PUBLIC QUESTION TIME
11.1. TAYLOR LADD HUDSON - SURFRIDER FOUNDATIONS SUNSHINE COAST
Question 1.
Does this next generation of Noosa residents being young people deserve new
modern solutions and alternatives in the management of Shark mitigation
strategies?
Response provided by Director Strategy and Environment, Kim Rawlings
Working closely with representatives from the Department of Agriculture and
Fisheries (DAF), Noosa Council adopted a Council policy position on the Shark
Control Program (SCP) in June 2024. The purpose of this strategy was to support
the State transition to lower bycatch potential alternatives in waters adjacent to
Noosa. Holding a policy position now also allows Council to effectively represent
community views and desired outcomes of the SCP to the State. Under the
Queensland Shark Management Plan, Noosa Council and SLSQ have assisted
DAF to undertake a range of alternative bite mitigation trials, including the delivery
of SharkSmart community awareness programs and drone detection trials. Noosa
Council will continue working with the State to help transition the SCP to lower
bycatch potential alternatives. Primarily, this will be through the upcoming review
process of the Queensland Shark Management Plan.
Question 2.
In my work as a youth eco leader, I have learnt that 95% of kids aged eight to 19
years old do not want to fish sharks and want to see them thriving and healthy
populations off our coastline. We are so lucky to be named as UNESCO
biosphere, can we uphold our values of a biosphere and lead the way to be a trial
site for innovative Shark mitigation strategies?
Response provided by Director Strategy and Environment, Kim Rawlings
In 2010, Queensland Primary Industries and Fisheries introduced a maximum size
limit and stricter take and possession limits on non-protected sharks in
Queensland waters. These changes were based on fishery stock assessments
and stakeholder consultation. Noosa Council acknowledges that your community
observations regarding the importance of sustainable shark fisheries are
supported by a number of residents within Noosa Shire. Council views our
advocacy to the State for the transition the SCP to lower bycatch potential
alternatives is a key strategy in upholding our values as a Biosphere Reserve.
UNESCO defines Biosphere Reserves as places that should promote the testing
of interdisciplinary approaches to understanding and managing changes and
interactions between social and ecological systems, including conflict prevention
and management of biodiversity. It is Council’s and the community's responsibility
to represent our Biosphere values to the State Government. It is understood that
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DAF will be incorporating past and current stakeholder consultation outcomes in
the upcoming evaluation of the current Queensland Shark Management Plan.
Discussions with DAF also indicate that the development of the next version of
the Queensland Shark Management Plan (and associated bite mitigation
strategies) will include community consultation during 2025.
11.2. DEBRA WALZ
Question 1.
The Community Rally on 5th July 2024 was a demonstration of a united community
front which served to amplify concerns of residents in relation to the proposed
Noosaville Foreshore Infrastructure Master Plan. Problematic land use planning
ideas, as outlined by the Council's approved consultants, do not meet with
community expectations or ideals. Is Council prepared to abandon this Plan as a
show of respect and acknowledgement to community sentiment?
Response provided by Acting Director Infrastructure, Kyrone Dodd
For clarity, the Draft Infrastructure Master Plan does not manage land use planning
issues on the foreshore. These have been addressed in the Noosaville Foreshore
Land Use Master Plan which was endorsed in 2018 and informed this Draft Master
Plan which primarily deals with infrastructure upgrades and future proofing our
foreshore over the long term. Council acknowledges the community rally was that
was held and thanks the community for its active engagement on this vital
community asset. While we cannot independently verify the attendance figure
cited, Council received significant feedback through the Have Your Say survey
which closed Sunday 7 July 2024. Written submissions were also received and a
series of stakeholder meetings were held over the engagement period. All the
engagement responses received are currently being analysed to better understand
what specifically people liked and did not like within the Draft Master Plan. In
consideration of the high level of feedback received, Council will be considering a
report at this Ordinary Meeting today which proposes to adjust the current program
to add an additional third round of community engagement which includes coming
back out to community with a revised Draft of the Master Plan. This additional
round of engagement will aim to work proactively with key stakeholders, clarify and
improve on key issues, and undertake education and awareness on how we have
listened to the community and provided a Master Plan that delivers on community
needs. While we deeply respect the strong community sentiments surrounding the
proposed draft Master Plan, this is Council’s current plan at the moment: to review
and revise the current draft with enhanced community engagement. It is important
to highlight that a Master Plan is needed to provide the strategic framework for
sustainable development, enhancing community well-being and future-proofing
the foreshore over the long term. It aims to improve degraded infrastructure,
increase levels of service and provide resilience to important threats such as
flooding and erosion. It is also intended for the masterplan to set out the plan for
long-term asset and service management, which is currently ad hoc and costly.
A Master Plan can guide Council in coordinating and strategically planning the
delivery of infrastructure over the next 20 years. The Master Plan therefore intends
to ensure that this highly loved community asset remains a vibrant and sustainable
community hub and parkland for generations to come. Thank you for your
continued engagement and passion for our community.
Question 2.
How is the Council ensuring transparency and accountability in decision making
processes, particularly in relation to community engagement?
Response provided by Director Strategy & Environment Kim Rawlings
Council’s Decision-making processes
Council has responsibility under Chapter 1, section 4 (2)(c) of the Queensland
Local Government Act 2009 to engage with the community through “democratic
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representation, social inclusion and meaningful community engagement”. Further
to this Council has endorsed a Community Engagement Framework to guide
engagement with our community in matters that are identified as benefiting from
community input to shape future major strategic decisions or directions, this
framework is used to guide how Council designs, plans and delivers community
engagement projects. Our approach to community engagement outlined in
Noosa Council’s Community Engagement Framework and Policy 2023 is
governed by a suite of guiding principles to ensure that all of our engagement
activities are:
Inclusive
Transparent
Appropriate
Accountable
Timely
Well-resourced
Informative and
Understanding of our changing community.
Council undertakes a detailed planning process underpinned by international
best practice approaches to community and stakeholder engagement to develop
fit for purpose engagement for each project.
Transparency and accountability are two of the key guiding principles of the
Community Engagement Framework and Policy.
Council continues to demonstrate transparency and accountability through:
Being open and honest about the engagement project's purpose and goals.
Clear and consistent engagement and communications around the
engagement process, timeline, purpose and scope
Providing background or contextual information to assist the community in
understanding the topic and to be informed
Inviting the community to provide their feedback and have a say on projects
using a broad range of methods and tools, including both face-to-face and
online engagement, as resources permit.
Being responsive to community feedback when there is confusion or
questions.
Documenting whom we engaged with and what we heard
Collecting information in a consistent way to support efficient analysis.
Closing the loop with the community to share what we heard openly and
honestly and identify how this will inform decision-making or the next
steps.
Taking on board community feedback to refine plans and strategies and
when necessary, undertake further engagement.
Upholding the principles and processes outlined in the Community
Engagement Framework and Policy.
The Community Engagement Framework and Policy has been developed to
strengthen trust and community participation. Noosa Council has the advantage
of a highly engaged community, although it is recognised that Council will not be
able to satisfy every member of the community on every matter. Council has a
delegated responsibility from the Queensland Government to deliver services
and facilities at the local government level that balance community needs and
aspirations with the requirement to responsibly manage service delivery
efficiently and sustainably on a comparably modest ratepayer revenue base to
other local government organisations.
11.3. ANDREW MCARTHY
Question 1.
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Does Noosa Council hold in its possession any documentation generated by the
Department of Environment and Science which refers to a discussion DES had a
while back with ... (name withheld)... (Noosa Parks Association) about the pros
and cons of declaring a Conservation Park in parts of the Noosa River System as
... 'not being the best idea' Yes or No?
Response provided by Acting CEO Kerri Contini
To the best of our knowledge, the only documentation that Council holds which
has been generated by the Department of Environment and Science and refers to
a discussion DES had with Noosa Parks Association about the pros and cons of a
Conservation Park in Noosa River, is a copy of an email that was attached to Mr
McCarthy’s application for today's public question time. This email appears to be
between two state government employees and references an earlier discussion
between those employees and the Noosa Parks Association. Part of this same
email was attached by a member of the public who submitted an Administrative
Action Complaint in June 2024.
Question 2.
The community believes it's a double standard to propose removing 103 carparks
in the Noosaville Foreshore plan and encourage public & active transport use
when Noosa Council won't lead by example and require Council staff & Councillors
to transit to & from work only using public & active transport. (a) Will Noosa Council
consider implementing a staff and Councillor policy to transit to and from work by
means of public or active transport? (b) If yes, does Council anticipate a significant
reduction in staffing levels similar to the significant reduction in both staff and
customer levels business owners on the Noosaville foreshore anticipate receiving
if the Noosaville Foreshore Master Plan was adopted?
Response provided by Acting CEO Kerri Contini
The draft Noosaville Foreshore Management Plan responded to the community’s
requests in the first round of consultation to increase the amount of greenspace.
Part of the proposal to achieve this is to relocate approximately 100 carparks from
directly on the foreshore and place them within the broader foreshore precinct with
an approximate four-minute walk to the foreshore. A report is being considered by
Council at today’s Ordinary Meeting to potentially conduct a further round of
stakeholder and community education and foreshore businesses would be a key
stakeholder in this consultation. Noosa Council’s Transport Strategy 2017 – 2027
proposes a staged shift in modal transport to reduce reliance on private vehicles,
it facilitates other forms of sustainable transport and outlines strategies which
assists voluntary shift to public and active transport. Council encourages and
actively supports staff who wish to use sustainable means of transport to work,
particularly where car park spaces are in high demand. Our goal is to gradually
transition to more sustainable transport practices along with the broader
community and we do not anticipate that this will result in a reduction in staffing
levels.
11.4. CRAIG VELLA
Question 1.
I understand that domestic animals are not allowed off leash in Conservation
Parks. If a Conservation Park over the Noosa River goes ahead does Noosa
Council know if the state government allow residents to have their dogs on leash
each time it goes below the high tide mark and swimming in the Noosa River?
Response provided by Director Development & Regulation Richard
MacGillivray
Advice from the State Department of Environment, Science and Innovation
website states that dogs and other pets are welcome in some conservation parks,
State forests and recreation areas, but not in national parks. As no decision has
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been made regarding the proposed concept of a Conservation Park over parts of
the Noosa River, no advice has been provided by the State Government regarding
animal management.
Question 2.
In response to a resident's question in June ordinary meeting about reduced car
parking, a Council staff's reply was "Council is committed to encouraging all
residents and visitors to embrace public and active transport to reduce congestion
as part its endorsed Transportation Strategy". When were residents advised that
Council had a strategy to encourage them onto public and active
transport? Shouldn't residents be consulted before Council enacted a Strategy
that changed the way residents live their lives? Given the community negative
reaction to loss of foreshore parking, will Council now consult the community to
confirm they support its endorsed Transport Strategy which plans to encourage
them onto public & active transport?
Response provided by Acting Director Infrastructure Kyrone Dodd
The development and endorsement of the Noosa Transport Strategy 2017-2027
involved several stages of community consultation and public input throughout
2017. Information about the strategy and consultation process was made available
through multiple channels, including public meetings, Council’s website,
newsletters, and local media. Over 1,200 submissions were made by the public
through surveys, submissions and in person events and the final Strategy reflected
this input. For further information on the consultation process please visit the
Noosa Transport Strategy 2017-2027 page on Your Say Noosa. Council has
committed to review the Transport Strategy and prepare a new Movement and
Connectivity Strategy which will include further community consultation.
10. CLOSED SESSION
10.1. PLANNING &
ENVIRONMENT COURT APPEAL NO. 3156 OF 2023 – APPLICATION FOR A
HOSPITAL AND HEALTH CARE SERVICE (DAY SURGERY AND
ASSOCIATED FACILITIES) AT 47 GOODCHAP STREET, NOOSAVILLE
CLOSURE OF THE MEETING TO THE PUBLIC
Council Resolution
Moved: Cr Frank Wilkie
Seconded: Cr Amelia Lorentson
That the meeting be closed to the public pursuant to section 254J(3)(E) of the
Local Government Regulation 2012 for the purpose of discussing Item 10.1 -
Planning & Environment Court Appeal No. 3156 of 2023 – Application for a
Hospital and Health Care Service at 47 Goodchap St Noosaville.
Carried unanimously.
RE-OPENING OF THE MEETING TO THE PUBLIC
Council Resolution
Moved: Cr Frank Wilkie
Seconded: Cr Brian Stockwell
That the meeting be re-opened to the public.
Carried unanimously.
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Council Resolution
Moved: Cr Jessica Phillips
Seconded: Cr Frank Wilkie
That in respect of Planning and Environment Court Appeal 3136 of 2023, Council
through the Ordinary Meeting dated 18 July 2024, delegates to the CEO the power
to attend to all matters relating to its resolution.
Carried unanimously.
8. CONSIDERATION OF COMMITTEE REPORTS
8.1. PLANNING & ENVIRONMENT COMMITTEE REPORT - 9 JULY 2024
ATTENDANCE & APOLOGIES
COMMITTEE MEMBERS
Cr Amelia Lorentson (Chair)
Cr Tom Wegener
Cr Brian Stockwell
NON COMMITTEE MEMBERS
Cr Karen Finzel
EXECUTIVE
Acting CEO Larry Sengstock
Director Strategy & Environment Kim Rawlings
Director Development & Regulation Richard MacGillivray
Director Community Services Kerri Contini
APOLOGIES
Cr Frank Wilkie
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATIONS TO COUNCIL
5.1 UNITYWATER NOOSA NETSERV PLAN - PLANNING ASSUMPTIONS
That Planning & Environment Committee Agenda Item 5.1 be referred to the
General Committee for further consideration.
Council Resolution
Moved: Cr Tom Wegener
Seconded: Cr Brian Stockwell
That the report of the Planning and Environment Committee meeting dated 9 July
2024 be received and the recommendations therein be adopted except where
dealt with by separate resolution.
Carried unanimously.
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8.2. SERVICES & ORGANISATION COMMITTEE REPORT - 9 JULY 2024
ATTENDANCE & APOLOGIES
COMMITTEE MEMBERS
Cr Karen Finzel (Chair)
Cr Jessica Phillips
Cr Nicola Wilson
EXECUTIVE
Acting Chief Executive Officer, Larry Sengstock
Acting Director Infrastructure Services, Shaun Walsh
Director Community Services, Kerri Contini
Director Development & Regulation, Richard MacGillivray
APOLOGIES
Cr Frank Wilkie
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATIONS TO COUNCIL
5.1. FURTHER REPORT - COUNCILLOR REPRESENTATION ON VARIOUS
COMMITTEES, WORKING GROUPS, BOARDS AND EXTERNAL GROUPS
2024
That Council
A. Note the report by the Chief Executive Officer to the Ordinary Meeting dated
18 April 2024 and the Further Report to the Services and Organisation Committee
Meeting dated 9 July 2024; and
B. Make the following Councillor appointments (noting that these supersede any
prior appointments):
1. Appoint Cr Phillips and Cr Lorentson to the Noosa World Surfing Reserve
Committee;
2. Appoint Cr Wilson as Chair, and Cr Phillips to the Climate Change Response
Plan Community Reference Group; and
3. Appoint Cr Finzel as Chair, Cr Lorentson and Cr Phillips to the Noosa Botanic
Gardens Masterplan Stakeholders Reference Group
5.2. APPOINTMENT OF 2025 SHOW HOLIDAY
That Council note the report by the Chief Executive Officer to the Services &
Organisation Committee Meeting dated 9 July 2024 and request the Chief
Executive Officer write to the Office of Industrial Relations requesting the
appointment of Friday, 12 September 2025 as a Show Holiday for the Noosa
Shire.
7.1. PROPOSED
DEDICATION OF TMR-OWNED FREEHOLD LAND AS ROAD NOOSAVILLE
That Services & Organisation Committee Agenda Item 7.1 be referred to the
General Committee due to the significance of the issue.
Council Resolution
Moved: Cr Karen Finzel
Seconded: Cr Nicola Wilson
That the report of the Services & Organisation Committee meeting dated 9 July
2024 be received and the recommendations therein be adopted.
Carried unanimously.
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8.3. GENERAL COMMITTEE MEETING REPORT - 15 JULY 2024
ATTENDANCE & APOLOGIES
COMMITTEE MEMBERS
Cr Frank Wilkie
Cr Karen Finzel (via Microsoft Teams)
Cr Amelia Lorentson
Cr Jessica Phillips
Cr Brian Stockwell
Cr Tom Wegener
Cr Nicola Wilson
EXECUTIVE
Acting CEO & Director Community Services Kerri Contini
Director Corporate Services Trent Grauf
Director Strategy and Environment Kim Rawlings
Director Development & Regulation Richard MacGillivray
Acting Director Infrastructure Services Kyrone Dodd
APOLOGIES
Nil.
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATIONS TO COUNCIL
5.1. UNITYWATER NOOSA NETSERV PLAN - PLANNING ASSUMPTIONS
(REFERRED FROM PLANNING & ENVIRONMENT COMMITTEE DATED 9
JULY 2024 - ITEM 5.1)
That Council
A. Note the report by the Strategy and Sustainability Manager to the Planning and
Environment Committee dated 9 July 2024 regarding the Unitywater Noosa
Netserv Plan - Planning Assumptions;
B. Endorse the planning assumptions contained within the Technical Note in
Attachment A under Chapter 4B Part 1 Section 99BK of the South East
Queensland Water (Distribution and Retail Restructuring) Act 2009 for the
purpose of Unitywater's Water Netserv Plan.
C. Note the Netserv Model is a dynamic model and can be updated should any
changes occur to any of the inputs such as land use scenarios, planning schemes,
population projections and Development Approvals.
5.2. PROPOSED
DEDICATION OF TMR-OWNED FREEHOLD LAND AS ROAD NOOSAVILLE
(REFERRED FROM SERVICES & ORGANISATION COMMITTEE DATED 9
JULY - ITEM 7.1)
That Council
A. Note the report by the Manager, Infrastructure Planning Design and Delivery to
the Services & Organisation Committee dated 9 July 2024;
B. Support the Department of Transport and Main Roads proposal to dedicate Lot
115 RP861914 as road, and accept the road in Council's capacity as the Road
Manager; and
C. Authorise the Chief Executive Officer to execute any title transfer
documentation if required on behalf of Council.
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6.1. FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE REPORT – JUNE 2024
That Council note the report by the Financial Services Manager to the General
Committee Meeting dated 15 July 2024 outlining the interim 2023/24 full year
financial performance against budget, with the inclusion of key financial
sustainability indicators.
6.2. RECYCLING & RENEWABLES HUB MASTERPLAN – STAGE ONE
CONCEPT
That Council
A. Note the report by the Waste Project Coordinator to the General Committee
Meeting dated 15 July 2024 regarding the Recycling & Renewables Hub
Masterplan provided at Attachment 1 to the Report;
B. Note the benefits and opportunities associated with the proposed development
of the Recycling & Renewables Hub;
C. Approve Stage One Concept of the Recycling & Renewables Hub Masterplan
pending funding and development approvals:
1. Inclusive of Section A - which is subject to Code Assessable development
approval.
2. Inclusive of Solar Site - which is subject to Impact Assessment development
approval and public notification.
D. Agrees to provide a public notification period of 20 business days associated
with the proposed impact assessment development application for the solar site.
6.3. 2024 LGAQ CONFERENCE MOTIONS
That Council
A. Note the report by the Chief Executive Officer to the General Committee
Meeting dated 9 July 2024 and approve the submission of the following motions
to the Local Government Association of Queensland (LGAQ)
Annual Conference 2024 for consideration and debate:
1. Motion A:
"That the LGAQ calls on the State Government to support councils to establish a
workplace giving program through the creation of a consistent framework.
This framework should include guidelines for:
Setting up workplace giving programs for local government
employees, Mayor and Councillors.
Selecting eligible charities.
Administering contributions and funds."
2. Motion B:
"That the LGAQ calls on the State government to
Promote and encourage the adoption of wastewater recycling and
diversion initiatives statewide.
Allocate necessary funding to Local governments and Wastewater service
providers for wastewater recycling and alternative treatment option trials
such as biosolid gasification
Monitor and evaluate the outcomes of these projects to inform future
policies and initiatives.
Explore what other states are doing to address wastewater recycling to
leverage collective knowledge and experience to support and guide local
governments and wastewater service providers to transition to a circular
economy."
3. Motion C:
“The LGAQ calls on the State government to amend the Queensland Electoral Act
1992 (or relevant legislation) to ensure how to vote (HTV) cards issued at elections
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by third parties are fact checked and properly authorised, just as HTVs are for
registered candidates.”
4. Motion D:
“That the LGAQ advocate to the State Government of Queensland to legislate that
share economy platforms and providers such as Airbnb, Booking.com and Stayz,
and STA providers share their validated booking data, inclusive of real property
addresses, through a state-wide data sharing agreement. This will allow local
governments to have accurate oversight of STA and effectively manage and
regulate STA. This approach to mandate the provision of validated STA booking
data is already successfully occurring in location such as New South Wales
(NSW), Tasmania, the United Kingdom, Europe, and Canada."
5. Motion E:
“That the LGAQ advocate for ALGA to be a Full Member on the Housing Ministerial
Council."
6. Motion F:
"That the LGAQ calls on the Queensland Government to undertake a
comprehensive review into the end of waste criteria for resource recovery
products against the specification for materials used in Federal, State and Local
Infrastructure projects."
7. Motion G:
"That the LGAQ calls on the State Government to direct Energy Queensland to
review and revise its Dynamic Network (Storage) Tariff as proposed in its recent
Tariff Structure Statement (TSS) currently under assessment by the Australian
Energy Regulator (AER) for the next regulatory control period (2025–2030) to
ensure the elimination of barriers to the widespread roll-out of community batteries
across Queensland.
6.4. PLANNING APPLICATIONS DECIDED BY DELEGATED AUTHORITY -
MAY 2024
That Council note the report by the Development Assessment Manager to the
General Committee Meeting dated 15 July 2024 regarding applications that have
been decided by delegated authority as per Attachment 1 to the Report.
7.1. PLANNING &
ENVIRONMENT COURT APPEAL NO. D23 OF 2022 – APPLICATION FOR
RECONFIGURING A LOT– 1 INTO 12 LOTS AT 111 LAKE WEYBA DRIVE
NOOSAVILLE DESCRIBED AT LOT 4 ON RP36729
That Council
A. Note the report by the Manager Development Assessment to the General
Committee Meeting dated 15 July 2024 regarding Planning & Environment Court
Appeal D23 of 2022; and
B. Agree to settle the appeal generally in accordance with the proposed conditions
outlined in Attachment 1 to the Report.
7.2. 2122Q125 - CONTRACT
VARIATION FOR PROJECT MANAGEMENT SERVICES - 2022 FLOOD
RECOVERY AND RECONSTRUCTION
That Council note the report by the Disaster Reconstruction Coordinator to the
General Committee Meeting dated 15 July 2024, and
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A. Approve increasing the value of the QRA funded contract 2122Q125 by
$1,700,000 (GST exc.) from $3,400,000 (GST exc.) to $5,100,000 (GST exc.),
with program completion expected by 30 June 2025.
B. Delegate to the Chief Executive Officer the power to negotiate, finalise, execute
and administer the contract on behalf of Council; and
C. Delegate to the Chief Executive Officer the power to amend the contract up to
11.5% of the total contract value; and
D. Delegate to the Chief Executive Officer the power to amend the contract finish
date to no later than September 30, 2025.
7.3. CN00317B - CONTRACT
VARIATION FOR FLOOD RECONSTRUCTION – PACKAGE 7B – LANDSLIDE
REMEDIAL WORKS (BLACK PINCH RD)
That Council note the report by the Disaster Reconstruction Coordinator to the
General Committee Meeting dated 15 July 2024 and
A. Delegate to the Chief Executive Officer the power to vary the contract value,
based on Business Case approval by QRA, allowing a scope change which will
increase the value of contract CN00317B by $2,596,239.57 (GST exc.) from
$9,849,609.12 (GST exc.) to $12,445,848.69 (GST exc.);
B. Delegate to the Chief Executive Officer the power to negotiate, finalise, execute
and administer the contract on behalf of Council; and
C. Delegate to the Chief Executive Officer the power to amend the contract up to
11.5% of the total contract value.
Council Resolution
Moved: Cr Amelia Lorentson
Seconded: Cr Jessica Phillips
That the report of the General Committee meeting dated 15 July 2024 be received
and the recommendations therein be adopted.
Carried unanimously.
9. ORDINARY MEETING REPORTS
9.1. FURTHER CONSULTATION ON NOOSAVILLE FORESHORE
INFRASTRUCTURE MANAGEMENT PLAN AND NOOSA RIVER CATCHMENT
MANAGEMENT PLAN
Cr Stockwell informed the meeting that:
"For the past two terms, I have declared a conflict of interest as a result of my long
association with, or previous contracts as a sole trader consultant (trading as
Watershed Australia) with the following organisations:
Noosa and District Landcare and its unincorporated forebear;
Mary River Catchment Coordination Association;
Noosa Integrated Catchment Association;
Healthy Land and Water and its predecessors;
Seqwater; and
potentially early in the 2016-2020 the Noosa Residents and Ratepayers
Association.
However, having now received more detailed legal advice, it is clear that my
circumstances do not meet the definition of a declarable conflict of interest
because none of these organisations are close associates nor are any a related
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party under the Local Government Act. This advice was based on an outline of my
history with these organisations which I have uploaded for public viewing on my
website crbrianstockwell.myporfolio.com. I will not be declaring any type of COI
for this matter or in relation to these organisations into the future unless
circumstances change.”
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, in October 2023 a petition 'Stop Noosa River turning into a Conservation
Park' was submitted to Noosa Shire Council. Listed on the petition was the name
Sharyn Finzel, who is a cousin of my husband with whom I do not have a close
personal relationship. At that time, I was not made aware of her intention to sign
the petition, nor did I consult with her on the matter. Although I am declaring a
declarable conflict of interest, I do not believe a reasonable person could have a
perception of bias because I do not have a close personal relationship with the
signatory. 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 as Council believes that she
does not have a close personal relationship with petition signatory 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 Frank Wilkie
Seconded: Cr Amelia Lorentson
That Council note report by Director Environment and Strategy to the Ordinary
Meeting dated 18 July 2024 regarding further community engagement and review
processes for the Noosaville Foreshore Infrastructure Master Plan (NFIMP) d the
Noosa River Catchment Plan (River Plan) and
A. Acknowledge the significant amount of community feedback received on
the draft Noosaville Foreshore Masterplan (NFIMP) during the recent
community engagement phase;
B. Demonstrate that Council is listening to this feedback and commits to
analysing and using this information to redraft the NFIMP and to undertake
a further stage of community engagement;
C. Note that early review of the NFIMP feedback indicates there are some
issues directly relevant to the Noosa River Catchment Management Plan
(River Plan), and therefore Council should take time to properly
understand these issues to ensure consistency across key documents,
prior to undertaking further public consultation on the River Plan;
D. Commit to meet and work with key River Plan stakeholders and
government agencies to understand key issues of concern and mutual
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interest prior to redrafting the River Plan and undertaking any further broad
community engagement; and
E. Note that Council is now a formal partner in the SEQ Council of Mayors
Resilient Rivers Initiative (RR). It is recommended Council work with RR
to review, refresh and align our draft River Plan in line with the RR
Catchment Action Plan Preparation Guide ensuring a more consistent and
aligned approach across all river catchment planning in SEQ and seeks
funding and resources from RR to assist this process.
Carried unanimously.
12. NEXT MEETING
The next Ordinary Meeting will be held at Council Chambers, 9 Pelican St, Tewantin
on Thursday 15 August 2024 at 10.00am.
13. MEETING CLOSURE
The meeting closed at 2.11pm.