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A ATTACHMENT 1 -OPERATIONAL PLAN Q1 22/23
14 November 2022, Attachment 1 to Item 8
Corporate Plan Theme – The Noosa Environment Operational Plan 22/23
Corporate Plan Key Focus Operational Initiatives Outcomes Responsible Update Q1 status
Areas Areas
1.1 Adopt an Implement priority activities Protection of the Shire’s natural Environmental Continue to refine the Shire’s vegetation On track
overarching from the Environment Strategy environment and achievement of strategic Services mapping to improve environmental planning
Environment Strategy environmental targets and bushfire management.
As of July 2022, there are 400 Land for
Wildlife properties and 22 Voluntary
Conservation Agreement properties.
Ongoing investigation of land parcels for
acquisition under the environment levy.
Undertake Shire wide Improved knowledge and management of Environmental EOI invited from potential contractors to On track
Biosecurity Survey invasive species in accordance with the Services help with the survey. Approx. 50 properties
Biosecurity Plan to be targeted with surveys to be conducted
in November.
1.2 Revitalise the Work with the Noosa River Management of key threats to the Noosa Co-chaired by Review of the draft Noosa River Plan is On track
Noosa River Plan Stakeholder Advisory River System and its Environmental and CEO with MSQ/ underway. MSQ has presented proposed
Committee and Marine Safety Social values CEO/ regulations for anchoring, mooring and
Queensland to better manage Environmental liveaboards on the Noosa River to the
the Noosa River Services NRSAC, with public consultation on the
proposal expected before the end of 2022.
Continue to partner with the Oyster beds in the Noosa River are rebuilt Environmental 4 reefs have been constructed in the Noosa On track
Nature Conservancy to to improve habitat for fish and marine life Services River, which will soon be populated with
implement the Oyster Reef oyster spats. Ongoing monitoring of the
Restoration Project in the reefs will occur.
Noosa River
1.3 Implement Implement the annual action Reduce Council’s emissions Environmental Capital plan for installation of solar & energy On track
Council’s Zero plan for the Zero Emissions Services efficiencies across Council operations in
Emissions Strategy Organisational Strategy progress.
USQ Grant Battery Project underway.
Community Battery feasibility study
underway.
Develop the Emissions Achievement of Council’s net zero Environmental Consultants engaged. On track
Reduction Offset Plan for emissions target 2026 Services Draft report received.
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Section 2
Corporate Plan Theme – The Noosa Environment Operational Plan 22/23
Corporate Plan Key Focus Operational Initiatives Outcomes Responsible Update Q1 status
Areas Areas
Council’s operations Final report expected end Oct 2022.
1.4 Adopt and Continue to implement the Continue to work with partners of pine and CEO & The last remaining plantation licences in On track
implement the Yurol Ringtail Forestry project hardwood removal, revegetation and Environmental Yurol State Forest were surrendered in
following plans that restoration in preparation for ultimately Services August for gazettal as National Park.
form part of our transfers of all this land to National Park Pine and hardwood harvesting in Ringtail is
Environment Strategy ongoing with expected closure by the end of
Biodiversity Plan, the year weather dependant. These balance
Bushfire Management areas of Ringtail will then transition to
Plan, Coastal National Park.
Management Plan, Ongoing revegetation by Greenfleet and
Flood Management Noosa Landcare.
Plan, Koala
Conservation Plan, Develop a new Noosa Waste Achieve waste minimisation and diversion Waste Services 2 workshops held with Council and 1 with Behind
Waterways and Strategy targets and support net zero emissions staff. Schedule
Wetlands target Association/Business consultation
Management Plan, commenced but a pause to public
Open space Plan, consultation in line with corporate
Waste Reduction and consultation rollout.
Recycling Plan. Improved Flying Fox Properly maintained flying fox Environmental Flying Fox Statement of Management Intent On track
Management process infrastructure and continue to support the Services developed. Roost management plans for Kin
subsidy program for immediately Kin and Wallace Park also developed.
surrounding impacted residential areas External grant received to prepare a
management plan for the Kabara (Cooroy)
site.
Ongoing rollout of community support
through subsidy program.
Implement the Noosa Clear prioritisation of resources towards Environmental Implement 22/23 FY ecological restoration On track
Bushland Reserve Strategic bushland management and active Services activities across Bushland Reserve Network
Management Plan and Fire involvement of the community in the using internal and contract staff in
Management Plan restoration of degraded bushland areas accordance with Noosa Bushland Reserve
Strategic Management Plan.
Debrief on planned burn activities from
previous season and commence planning
Section 3
Corporate Plan Theme – The Noosa Environment Operational Plan 22/23
Corporate Plan Key Focus Operational Initiatives Outcomes Responsible Update Q1 status
Areas Areas
for next year.
Further/continue audit and action on fire trail
network.
Modern Water Monitoring Introduction of an overarching and Environmental An initial workshop conducted to discuss the On track
Program integrated data collection and water Services program with internal and external
monitoring program to improve our stakeholders.
understanding of our waterways across Further workshops are planned to focus on
the shire specific components of the program
including priority areas and actions for the
catchments, data management and
development of sub-catchment report cards.
Consultation in progress regarding the
deployment of real-time water quality
loggers and a public facing dashboard.
1.5 Reinforce our Streetscape upgrade project Improved management of Noosa’s public Infrastructure Council staff are engaging with in house Behind
Noosa Design implementation areas and built environment to align with Planning, and external design advocates to embark Schedule
Principles the Noosa Design Principles and Noosa Design & on a series of guest speaker presentations
Style Delivery, Civil aimed at improving internal staff
Ops (Civil understanding of the Noosa Design
Works & Mtce) Principles, Noosa's point of difference,
(Parks & sustainable design practices and how these
Gardens) elements relate to Council’s role.
Initial scoping underway to update the
Noosa Design Principles including for
climate responsive design elements.
1.6 Manage Continue to implement best Development outcomes aligned with the Development Continuing to ensure development On track
development within practice Development environmental controls included in the Assessment applications are assessed against the
the Noosa Shire in Assessment services that Noosa Plan 2020 Noosa Plan for compliance with the
accordance with deliver the strategic outcomes sought.
Noosa's environmental environmental outcomes Engaging water quality and ecologists
outcomes committed to in the Noosa where required to assist in the assessment.
Plan 2020
1.7 Plan our response Community ZEN emissions The Noosa Community is assisted to Environmental Consolidated community research to On track
develop bespoke community education for
Section 4
Corporate Plan Theme – The Noosa Environment Operational Plan 22/23
Corporate Plan Key Focus Operational Initiatives Outcomes Responsible Update Q1 status
Areas Areas
to climate change project implementation become zero net emissions by 2026 Services emissions reduction.
Delivering monthly community forums
available for free on a range of topics.
Consolidating council education offerings in
partnership with school principles to
increase accessibility and promotion of
council’s established sustainability
programs.
Monthly Green networking event to build
capacity of environmental sector, green
businesses, and local green service
industry.
Developed informative flyer for businesses
outlining 10 things they can do to reduce
emissions and become more sustainable.
Coastal Hazards Monitoring Improved understanding of coastal Strategic Land Integrated Coastal Monitoring Plan On track
hazards through evidence-based Use Planning developed and initiated.
information and technology applications Grant funding from the State has been
obtained.
The first round of ETA lines, beach surveys
and remote sensing drone surveys have
been completed from June-Aug 2022. Next
round is planned for Nov 2022 and then
third round in May 2023.
MOU has been drafted with SCC to take
advantage of economies of scale at the
regional level.
Data Sharing Agreement with UniSC is
currently being drafted. COASTS Project
with UniSC/UQ/EOMAP has recieved grant
funding from SmartSatCRC and is waiting
for the Project Agreement to be approved
by legal team before commencing work.
Section 5
Implement Climate Change Responds to Council’s climate change Strategic Land Regular meetings with CCRP – CRG On track
Response Plan emergency declaration and helps Noosa Use Planning CCRP Community Grants opened
Shire to adapt to and prepare for the Developing strong partnership with
potential effects of climate change over sustainability professional across SEQ in
time formation of regional climate alliance.
Forming a working group to revise and
update the Noosa Design Principles to
incorporate climate change considerations.
Working with videographers to document
polystyrene disaster to provide strong links
with climate risks and inform future
mitigation.
The Regional Climate Action Roadmap is
complete and final report being sent to
ESG/ET and we continue to partner with
SCC on joint website and industry, youth
and Indigenous engagement.
Two-year project with ANU on nature-based
solutions to flood risk has started.
Partnered with disaster management team
to acquire and build on Simtable and
Climate Wise Communities engagement
tools to educate community on bushfire and
flood preparedness.
Partnered with UQ on a coastal wetlands
restoration prioritisation study for
biodiversity resilience, flood resilience and
blue carbon.
Coordinating with DES on two air quality
sensors deployed in Noosa with real time
monitoring.
Discussions with UniSC and CSIRO
continue for heat risk assessment at both
Shire-wide and local scales.
Reviewing the scope for updating Noosa
River & Six Mile Creek Flood Studies with
AECOM and applying for Queensland
Reconstruction Authority grant funding for
updating the Flood Studies and Flood
Management Plan.
Section 6
Corporate Plan Theme – The Noosa Environment Operational Plan 22/23
Corporate Plan Key Focus Operational Initiatives Outcomes Responsible Update Q1 status
Areas Areas
Continue the implementation Improved management of our bushland Environmental Conducted six prescribed burns totalling On track
of Council’s Fire Management reserves about fire and the Services 140ha within our Bushland Reserve Network
Plans and bushland reserves implementation of a more proactive, using internal and contract staff. Numerous
specialised burning regime other burns supporting and in collaboration
with other agencies. Further development,
increasing internal capacity with staff
training, materials and equipment.
Noosa Heads Main Beach Improved management of shoreline Asset Working with consultant BMT to finalise Behind
SEMP erosion in Noosa Main Beach and Noosa Management environmental permits. Schedule
River Sand pumping activities postponed due to
environmental conditions and timelines.
Coastal Reserve Management Complete and initiate implementation of a Environmental Draft Eastern Beaches Foreshore On track
Plan management plan for the eastern Services Management Plan completed, to go to
beaches to manage encroachments, Council for public consultation release in
accesses and works in the dunes November 2022.
Updated bushland condition mapping and
ecological restoration plans underway.
Draft encroachments policy in development.
Detailed mapping of encroachments in
Eastern Beaches Foreshore Reserve
underway.
Audit of Council’s electricity Adequate and appropriate energy Procurement Consultant’s proposal received and revised. On track
meters and assets metering to ensure efficient costs and to
inform zero emissions decision-making
Landfill gas to power Identify feasible options to optimise use of Waste Services Draft legal review received and reviewing On track
feasibility study landfill gas extraction strategy to engage with LMS on contract and
long term options.
Develop best practice waste Increased community knowledge on Waste Services Paused due to Health and Safety issues Not
management marketing model waste and recycling initiatives & increase taking priority. started
for waste reduction diversion rates across multiple waste
streams
Section 7
Corporate Plan Theme – The Noosa Environment Operational Plan 22/23
Corporate Plan Key Focus Operational Initiatives Outcomes Responsible Update Q1 status
Areas Areas
Polystyrene processing Treatment and diversion of polystyrene Waste Services Installed and running. Trial complete and On track
waste from landfill awaiting a full installation cost.
Household recycling Reduced contamination in recycle bins Waste Services Paused due to Health and Safety issues Not
decontamination taking priority. started
Double grind green waste Improved product quality Waste Services First batch of double grind with improved On track
quality sold @$9/t circa 3000t. All sold to
single farmer with positive response.
Annual textile drive Increased recycling and reduction in Waste Services Planning commenced. On track
landfill
Delivering Council Services
Services Service Activities Responsible Areas
Land & Habitat Conservation Bushland Reserve Management, Environmental Environmental Services
Partnership Programs, Pest Management, Environmental
Management Services Land & Habitat Conservation
Beaches & Coastal Foreshores Beach Management Infrastructure Planning, Design & Delivery, Civil Operations (Civil
Works & Maintenance), Civil Operations (Parks & Gardens)
Canals & Waterways Technical Services, Maintenance & Operations Infrastructure Planning, Design & Delivery, Civil Operations (Civil
Works & Maintenance), Waste & Environmental Health,
Environmental Services Branch
Stormwater Drainage & Flood Mitigation Stormwater Drainage Maintenance and Flood Mitigation Civil Operations, Asset Management
Waste & Resource Management Waste Management including Collections, Disposal, Waste Services
Recovery & Behaviour Change
Section 8
Corporate Plan Theme - The Noosa Community Operational Plan 22/23
Corporate Plan Key Operational Initiatives Outcomes Responsible Areas Update Q1 Status
Focus Areas
2.1 Undertake Implement priority activities An effective framework to continue to improve Community Social services mapping underway, On track
implementation of from the Social Strategy community wellbeing and cohesiveness Development calendar of 12-month volunteer workshops
the Noosa Social underway (RU Ok workshops completed),
Strategy secured funding for CDO Recovery Officer
position.
Support the community with Improved community outcomes through CEO Awaiting the judgement from the hearing On track
the intensity of usage of the Council advocacy for Enforcement Orders against the quarry.
Kin Kin Quarry Investigation undertaken of a new camera
for future and better monitoring of quarry
operations.
Maintain our relationship A positive and effective partnership built on Director Clear Acknowledgement of Country On track
with the local indigenous trust and respect Community protocols developed and released to staff,
community Services First Nations Regional Creative Partnership
Project completed
Finalise and initiate Understanding of housing challenges is widely Director Housing Needs Assessment complete. On track
implementation of Housing understood by the community and a range of Environment & Draft Housing Strategy shared with
Strategy initiatives are underway to address current Sustainable community for feedback. Final Housing
housing shortages Development Strategy to be reported to future Council
meeting. Implementation plan to be
finalised with Housing Stakeholder
Reference Group.
2.2 Adopt and Implement priority activities Delivery of better social outcomes including a Community Developing and delivering Grow Your Arts On track
implement the from the Cultural Plan, cohesive resilient community, an active and Development, Workshops, RADF funding round opened,
following plans that Community Health and healthy community, an accessible diverse and Community range of opportunities delivered in the
form part of our Wellbeing Plan and the Sport affordable community Facilities, library outreach program service (e.g.,
Noosa Social and Active Recreation Plan Environmental Hinterland playground), design of the new
Strategy - Cultural Health & Libraries Mobile Library & Book Vending Kiosk
Plan, Community & Galleries launched at Peregian.
Health and Stakeholder engagement undertaken for
Wellbeing Plan and Stage 2 of Gallery Pre-Feasibility.
the Sport and Non-Powered Water sports feasibility study
Active Recreation underway, Master Planning projects for
Section 9
Corporate Plan Theme - The Noosa Community Operational Plan 22/23
Corporate Plan Key Operational Initiatives Outcomes Responsible Areas Update Q1 Status
Focus Areas
Plan NDSC and Cooroy Sports complexes being
progressed. Noosa Leisure Centre Needs
Assessment ITQ has been progressed.
Living Well Noosa Increased community health and wellbeing Community Program in consultation and research On track
Development phase. Launch November 2022.
Early literacy programs Delivery of learning programs for children aged Libraries & Libraries have delivered-51x early literacy On track
0-5 and their families to improve early literacy Galleries (Storytime & Babes in Arms) programs with
outcomes 643 attendees; 16 x school holiday and
outreach events with 288 attendees; and 2
Preschool visits.
Heritage Noosa Stage 3 Increase preservation and awareness of Libraries & Ongoing content development continuing On track
Noosa’s heritage Galleries consistently.
Development of Preservation of heritage sites Libraries & Sites identified, ITQs being drafted. On track
conservation management Galleries
plans for two additional
heritage sites
Undertake heritage studies Implementation of recommendations from the Libraries & Ongoing research and analysis, moving On track
Local Heritage Register Review to ensure best Galleries towards next stage of project.
practice management and protection of Noosa’s
heritage sites
Develop scope of Implementation of recommendations of the Libraries & Consultant retained and site visit On track
remediation works for Conservation Management Plan Galleries undertaken.
Cooroy Butter Factory
brickwork
2.3 Implement the New Mobile Library and Accessible and contemporary outreach library Libraries Peregian Beach Kiosk installed and Behind
Libraries Strategic Community Outreach services operational. Pomona Kiosk due to be Schedule
Plan Service is implemented installed early October however has been
damaged in transit to site – waiting for new
delivery date.
Vehicle Tender awarded in July 2021 –
advised supplier delays. Proposed delivery
date Nov/Dec.
Section 10
Corporate Plan Theme - The Noosa Community Operational Plan 22/23
Corporate Plan Key Operational Initiatives Outcomes Responsible Areas Update Q1 Status
Focus Areas
2.4 Continue to Progress the implementation Strategic direction for the development and Community NDSC pathways and roads Civil project is On track
support our of the Master Plans for the implementation of sport and recreation facilities Facilities awaiting grant funding approval to
community to Noosa District Sports progress project further.
utilise Council Complex and Cooroy Sports ReGen project has feasibility study
controlled land and Complex currently underway with consultant to be
buildings through completed by end of Nov.
formal tenure MacKinnon Drive project progressing,
arrangements tender received and funding options
reviewed, with report likely to council in
Oct.
Cooroy Sports Complex has some
preliminary concept designs done and
currently working through development
approval process.
Noosa Leisure Centre Optimization of the use of the facility and Community Currently out for ITQ, with awarding of On track
Options Study community needs are met Facilities contract likely in November.
Wallace House Wood Borer Preventative maintenance to ensure the Property Branch Discussing scheduling options with On track
inspection structural integrity of the building resident group.
Repaint Peregian Beach Surf Preventative maintenance to ensure the whole Property Branch Painting completed. Completed
Clubhouse of life structural integrity and amenity of the
building
2.5 Plan and build All-Abilities Playground Increased interaction and inclusiveness making Infrastructure Playground opened in May 2022. Completed
an iconic all completed it easier for kids of all abilities to take part in fun Planning Design
abilities playground and challenging outdoor play and Delivery
at Cooroy Branch
2.6 Explore options Pre-Feasibility Study Noosa Options and scenarios for a new regional art Director Community engagement undertaken and On track
for and investigate Regional Gallery (Stage 2 & gallery are analysed to assist Council in Community analysis complete, Gold Coast & Tweed
the feasibility of 3) deciding whether to proceed to a further stage Services Gallery site visits complete, preparation for
relocating the in this project next milestone Councillor workshop (24
Noosa Regional Nov) underway.
Gallery
Section 11
Corporate Plan Theme - The Noosa Community Operational Plan 22/23
Corporate Plan Key Operational Initiatives Outcomes Responsible Areas Update Q1 Status
Focus Areas
2.7 Plan for Community Support Improved system with customer privacy controls Noosa Community Replacement software chosen, procured, On track
Noosa's aging software upgrade and requirements met Support implemented, data migrated and nearing
demographic and go-live Q2 2022 FY (pending completion of
support our health testing).
and aged care
sectors
2.8 Maintain the Review of Noosa Local Increased local area capability for prevention Director Project delivery impacted by both COVID Behind
ability to respond to Disaster Management Plan preparedness, response, and recovery in a Infrastructure and the Feb/March floods. The Schedule
disaster events disaster Services Queensland Emergency Risk Management
(LDMP) Framework Assessment has been
completed. A DRAFT will be distributed to
the Noosa LDMG in mid-October for
comments. A decision log workshop will
then be held with all stakeholders following
the review period. The Final QERMF
Assessment is then to be submitted to the
LDMG. The QERMF Assessment
underpins the new Local Disaster
Management Plan (LDMP). A final DRAFT
of the LDMP is due for submission in mid-
October. This DRAFT will then go out for
review. It is anticipated to have the final
plan submitted and approved by the end of
the calendar year.
Support the community in Increased community health and wellbeing Director Funding for Community Recovery Officer Behind
the ongoing recovery efforts Community delayed. Application successful, service Schedule
from the 2022 Floods Services level agreement signed and recruitment
underway. Existing staff continuing to
support community needs. Extensive work
underway in reconstruction.
Section 12
Delivering Council Services
Services Service Activities Responsible Areas
Aged & Carer Support Noosa Community Support Service Community Facilities
Community Development Community Planning & Support, Community Buildings & Community Development, Property
Facilities
Cultural Development Cultural Planning & Support, Visual Arts Venues & Community Development, Community Facilities,
Programs, The J Entertainment and Community Venue, Libraries & Galleries
Heritage protection & preservation
Disaster Management Disaster Prevention, Preparedness, Response & Recovery Infrastructure Services, Community Services
Libraries Library Operations and Programs Library Services
Lifeguards Provision of beach patrols and lifesaving support services Property
Local Laws & Public Safety Local Laws Education & Compliance, Public Security – Local Laws, Property
Security Patrols & CCTV Monitoring (Public Areas), Permits
- Use of public land for commercial and community
activities
Pathways, Boardwalks & Recreation Pathways & Boardwalks, Noosa Trail Network Civil Operations (Parks & Gardens), Environmental Services (Natural
Trails Areas)
Public Amenities (Toilets) Maintenance & Operations Building & Facilities, Civil Operations, Parks & Gardens, Waste &
Environmental Health, Property
Public Health Public and Environmental Health Environmental Health
Public Lighting Maintenance & Operations Civil Operations (Civil Works & Maintenance) (Parks and Gardens),
Building & Facilities (electrician)
Recreation Parks Maintenance & Operations Civil Operations (Parks and Gardens) (Bridge Crew), Community
Facilities
Sport & Recreation Planning, Programs & Support, Sporting fields and facilities, Community Development, Property, Civil Operations (Parks &
Noosa Aquatic Centre, Noosa Leisure Centre Gardens), Community Facilities, Building & Facilities
Section 13
Corporate Plan Theme – The Noosa Economy Operational Plan 22/23
Corporate Plan Key Operational Initiatives Outcomes Responsible Update Q1 status
Focus Areas Areas
3.1 Implement the Implement priority activities Broadening of the economic structure that Economic Ongoing implementation of priority actions in On track
Noosa Economic from the Economic de-risks Noosa’s exposure to economic Development Economic Development Strategy.
Plan Development Development Strategy to shocks and increased job opportunities
Strategy build the resilience of •
Noosa’s traditional sectors
and continue to build
capacity in growth sectors
that diversify the economy
3.2 Provide support Develop and implement a A holistic approach to the management of Economic Project Governance-Project Control Group On track
for a sustainable Destination Management Plan tourism and implemented and clear Development established (EOI); External Reference Group
tourism sector direction for managing Noosa as a established (EOI); and Internal Reference Group
destination is established established (ET).
Economic Process implementation-Procurement Processes Behind
Development Completed and Consultants appointed; Schedule
Implementation Process Framework incl.
Product Audit and Dashboard (ongoing), AIR
DNA (ongoing), Demand profile (ongoing),
Noosa Values and Positioning (rescheduled to
Q2 and Q3).
Grant Application ($150k) submitted to DTIS
Eco-Accreditation Program (DMP Environmental
Stewardship).
Continue to support local Increased participation and engagement of CEO/Economic Building business eco-systems On track
businesses and collaborative business associations Development
arrangements e.g., Business Business Round Table-Meeting # 2 considered
Round Table proposed Adopt a Worker Program (30 x local
businesses, identified for pilot program); 2032
Olympic Games potential, opportunities tabled for
consideration.
NBN Collaboration-Improved understanding of
existing NBN capability in the shire, beyond
Section 14
Corporate Plan Theme – The Noosa Economy Operational Plan 22/23
Corporate Plan Key Operational Initiatives Outcomes Responsible Update Q1 status
Focus Areas Areas
residential grade services; Future actions agreed
are Joint promotion of Business Fibre Initiative
(free connection-to-premise Enterprise Ethernet
to eligible Noosa businesses); and Digital
Connectivity Summit in Noosa, in partnership
with NBN.
Advance Queensland International Speaker
Series-Two sessions on the 'Future of Work' by
futurist Gary Bolles facilitated (Noosa Business
Community x 20 and SC High School Careers
Counsellors).
MOU - University of Sunshine Coast-MOU
signed by CEO; Working Group Established;
Presentation to Leadership Team; Site Visit Q2.
Data and Research-Economy Id initial delivery of
economic briefings, articles, and analysis to
assist council to understand key insights and
impacts from the 2021 Census.
Sponsorships
Sunshine Coast Business Awards
23 x Noosa finalists in 2022 Awards, up 32% (or
7 finalists) on previous year; Awards Ceremony
planned in Q2.
Noosa Biosphere Summit 2022
Supporting a focus on Noosa’s Agriculture and
Food Production Sectors; Summit planned for
Q2.
Manufacturing Partnership
Pilot partnership SC Manufacturing Excellence
Forum (MEF) to deliver a dedicated
manufacturing cluster and benefits package to
Noosa manufacturing businesses.
Section 15
Corporate Plan Theme – The Noosa Economy Operational Plan 22/23
Corporate Plan Key Operational Initiatives Outcomes Responsible Update Q1 status
Focus Areas Areas
3.3 Develop programs Continue to progress Increased talent pipeline and technology Economic Priority ED Projects On track
to foster growth in key council’s Industry that support all sectors Development
industry sectors by Development Program across Green Economy-Final report presented to
working priority sectors focusing on Council; further feasibility/policy studies to be
collaboratively digital, education and undertaken on Green Professional Services,
Training and rural enterprise. Ecotourism, and Climate Tech.; 4 x Green Drinks
(60 x attendees).
Digital Connectivity-Preliminary research
including focus groups and audit of
broadband/teleco, infrastructure (and supply)
completed; Final report Q2.
Industrial and Employment Activation Plan-ITQ
prepared; Aligned to Employment Land Review.
Innovation Precinct-3 x potential anchor tenants
identified (a biotech service provider, software
conglomerate and popular co-working brand);
Visited Brisbane’s Translational Research
Institute, visited with Stockwell to view a best
practice shared biotech facility.
Future Skills Learning Hub-Study completed;
Next steps under development.
Food and Agriculture Development Plan-
Stakeholder Engagement ongoing; Draft plan
development.
3.4 Support the Support technology Acceleration of business and employment Economic Peregian Digital Hub On track
growth of our initiatives - including the growth Development
education and Peregian Digital Hub Digital/Tech Industry Development-7 x meetups
research sector (Coding from Beach, Screen, Reboot;
Manufacturing Excellence Forum) facilitated in
Section 16
Corporate Plan Theme – The Noosa Economy Operational Plan 22/23
Corporate Plan Key Operational Initiatives Outcomes Responsible Update Q1 status
Focus Areas Areas
Q1; Digital product development activities
undertaken for The Path creative Accelerator
Program, the Refinery (with SCRC), Big Chats
(with SC Creative Alliance); Music production
and podcasting creative residencies hosted as
part of RADF-supported Digital Creatives
program; 12 x SC-based Sportstech companies
attended Sportstech industry workshop in
collaboration with the State Gov SportX division
and curated by the Hub.
Digital Hub Development Programs-63 x Talent
Development events completed; 40 x school
students participated in 16 x Cadetship classes
including Design & Web Development, Inventor
Club; 70 x school students participated in 11
School Holiday Workshops over September
including 3D design/printing, Python Coding and
Robotics (2 sessions).
Expansion of Peregian Digital Hub and Economic PDH Priority Projects On track
rollout of the FireTech program Development
Firetech Connect ROP Panel (12 x bushfire
technology providers) formed to deliver a
program of trials over the next 2 years; First
‘Pano’ bushfire detection cameras live on Mt
Tinbeerwah. Second cameras to be installed on
Black Mountain in Q2; Uncrewed ground vehicle
systems trial at the Ringtail quarry site. System
set to double the Firetech Robotics Range and
extend 5G cellular connectivity into blackspots
during an emergency; Approval received from
the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) to
proceed with Fire Air Traffic Management trial
(use of drones during a bushfire event).
Section 17
Corporate Plan Theme – The Noosa Economy Operational Plan 22/23
Corporate Plan Key Operational Initiatives Outcomes Responsible Update Q1 status
Focus Areas Areas
Digital Hub 2-Design/Construct contract was
awarded to Carfax; Design phase of the Hub
expansion project and construction has begun on
the new Data Lab facilities. Completion date Q3
(late February 2023.
Delivering Council Services
Services Service Activities Responsible Areas
Economic Development Economic Development, Operation of the Peregian Digital Hub as Economic Development
part of a wider digital and technology sector growth agenda
Section 18
Corporate Plan Theme - Long Term Planning for Noosa Shire Operational Plan 22/23
Corporate Plan Key Operational Initiatives Outcomes Responsible Areas Update Q1 Status
Focus Areas
4.1 Adopt a new Town Continue to monitor and Land use and development Director Working through proposed amendments with the Behind
Planning Scheme review as required through outcomes are aligned with the Environment & State. Housing inclusionary zoning causing delays. Schedule
amendments to the Noosa strategic intent of Noosa Plan Sustainable Likely to be put to Council before end of 2022.
Plan to ensure its application Development
continues to achieve
strategic objectives for
sustainable development
Continue rollout of Place Measured improvement in Director Place score data analysed. Internal stakeholder Behind
Making project including liveability through planning, design, Environment & workshop held. Schedule
identification of a pilot place and management of public spaces Sustainable
for the place program Development
4.2 Implement an Continue to implement Transport options contribute Director Operational activities ongoing - Free Holiday Buses, On track
integrated Transport priority activities from the positively to a strong economy, the Infrastructure Free Weekend Buses, Flexi Link Cabs, Council
Strategy that Noosa Transport Strategy health and wellbeing of the Services Cabs, Schools Program, Community programs,
encourages alternative community and a low carbon future Transport Planning activities in coordination with
transport usage and Translink.
reduces our Integrated transport and Land Planning for future transport and Strategic Land Use Project needs have been scoped in combination with On track
dependence on Use modelling traffic infrastructure requirements Planning Infrastructure Planning & Design.
private motor vehicles supports future development
Implement the Walking and Facilitation of walking and cycling Infrastructure 413m of pathway delivered this financial year and On track
Cycling Strategy for transport, recreation, health, Planning, Design & 2541m under construction.
and tourism Delivery Infrastructure delivery is on track.
Accepting end of trip facilities which are being
delivered only in coordination with existing capital
projects. This includes priority infrastructure projects
listed in the NCWSIP. Actions listed to encourage
increased participation are underway with a focus on
school age education and training.
Council is partnering with private industry to deliver
e-bike guided rides and other media to encourage
use.
Noosa Hinterland recreation Increased recreational Environmental Trail Masterplan implementation plan underway. On track
trails upgrade/implement opportunities and improved multi Services, Trail asset management plan underway.
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Corporate Plan Theme - Long Term Planning for Noosa Shire Operational Plan 22/23
Corporate Plan Key Operational Initiatives Outcomes Responsible Areas Update Q1 Status
Focus Areas
Noosa Trails Master Plan use trails and linkages within the Infrastructure Trail 5 upgrade under construction and Trail 7 creek
informed by an Audit of the trails network Planning, Design & crossing upgrade program being scoped.
trail network Delivery.
Pathways expansion Improved access and connectivity Infrastructure 413m of pathway delivered this financial year and On track
within the shire Planning, Design & 2541m under construction.
Delivery Infrastructure delivery is on track. Accepting end of
trip facilities which are being delivered only in
coordination with existing capital projects. This
includes priority infrastructure projects listed in the
NCWSIP. Actions listed to encourage increased
participation are underway with a focus on school
age education and training.
Council is partnering with private industry to deliver
e-bike guided rides and other media to encourage
use.
Support free weekend buses Incentivised public transport and Infrastructure Free weekend bus trial in progress. On track
reduced traffic congestion Planning, Design & Consultation and review in progress.
Delivery
Noosa Woods Ferry Jetty Investigation of the Noosa River as Infrastructure Not yet commenced. Not
investigation a means of public transportation Planning, Design & started
and increased access to the Noosa Delivery
Woods
Car Park Management Improved travel information and Infrastructure Consultant procurement in progress. On track
Technology Trial parking management through Planning, Design &
innovative, intelligent parking and Delivery
access control systems
Undertake feasibility Increased accessibility and Infrastructure In consultation phase with DTMR for overarching On track
assessments for transit contribute to a more sustainable Planning, Design & transport strategy in the region.
HUBS Noosa Civic and transport system Delivery
Cooroy
Noosa Heads Multi Modal Increased use of public transport Infrastructure Concept layouts and traffic modelling in progress. On track
facility design and other sustainable modes of Planning, Design &
Section 20
Corporate Plan Theme - Long Term Planning for Noosa Shire Operational Plan 22/23
Corporate Plan Key Operational Initiatives Outcomes Responsible Areas Update Q1 Status
Focus Areas
transport Delivery
E mobility trial Understand the physical and Infrastructure Pending completion of Qld Gov Personal Mobility On track
regulatory requirements and issues Planning, Design & Devices legislation update ahead of further activities.
associated with the use of e- Delivery
mobility devices across the shire
4.3 Implement the Undertake non powered water Delivery of land use outcomes Community Facilities Consultant currently working on feasibility study with On track
Noosaville Foreshore sports feasibility study identified in the Noosa Foreshore a few to complete in Nov 2022.
Land Use Land Use Master Plan
Management Plan
4.4 Ensure effective Develop the new Noosa Council's long-term vision and CEO ITQ procurement process to engage consultant On track
service planning Council Corporate Plan strategic direction established and undertaken and contract awarded. Consultation to
processes are in place incorporated into the new occur in October and early November with the CP to
Corporate Plan be finalised late Nov 22.
Corporate review Increased organisational CEO Organisational realignment work completed and On track
efficiencies and organisational undergoing executive consultation for briefing to
capability council
Progress the implementation Optimisation of landfill, control Waste Services Fill plans complete and under Council review. On track
of the Noosaville, Eumundi leachate and emissions capture Tracking sheet draft complete.
Road Landfill Master Plan
Landfill Treatment Options Optimisation of site operations and Waste Services 2 projects loaded onto COMSEQ portal, including a On track
Plan incorporation of various treatment waste precinct. RRA extended clearing permit
options to maximise life of landfill application in process. Reviewed planning
site constraints outside the RRA expansion for the
precinct/site and now looking to tender out options
plan.
4.5 Develop and Note: To be considered in the To measure the environmental, CEO KPI’s to be developed and included in the new Not
report on community development of the new social, and economic health across Corporate Plan. started
sustainability Corporate Plan communities
indicators
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Corporate Plan Theme - Long Term Planning for Noosa Shire Operational Plan 22/23
Corporate Plan Key Operational Initiatives Outcomes Responsible Areas Update Q1 Status
Focus Areas
4.6 Meet the principles Ongoing Support of the A community led framework that Environmental Council has partnered with NBRF to erect temporary On track
of the UNESCO Man Noosa Biosphere Reserve meets the balance between Services electronic signage and deliver a media campaign to
in the Biosphere Foundation environment and sustainable increase community awareness of koala safety and
Program human development vehicle strikes for those months that koalas are busy
moving about the landscape.
Council is in the planning stage of other biosphere
projects.
4.7 Establish Finalise development of Asset management objectives are Asset Planning Draft plan developed, currently finalising data, Behind
functional Asset asset management plans for met, and full suite of Asset expected to be presented to December round of Schedule
Management Plans major asset classes by Management Plans completed Council meetings.
for all Council asset completing the Parks and
classes Playgrounds AMP
Complete a Cemetery Maximise use of existing cemetery Community Future planning of cemetery sites underway. On track
Management Plan sites and plan for future cemetery Development
needs
4.8 Undertake long Bridge Renewal Program Replacement and upgrading of Infrastructure Wahpunga Bridge completed. Finalising contractual On track
term financial bridges to improve the road Planning, Design & matters.
sustainability planning network and to deliver economic Delivery Cooroy Belli Creek Bridge - construction
incorporating Asset benefits and improved asset commenced.
Management Plan management Lawnville Bridge - grant submission successful at
outcomes 80% funding.
Asset management renewal Maintenance of assets to required Asset Planning Condition assessments currently being undertaken On track
program standards and achievement of on Council’s major assets, buildings, bridges, roads
sustainable outcomes in safety, and stormwater. Renewal programs also underway
minimising lifecycle, and project incl. reseal, bridge renewals.
delivery costs
Noosa Heads Noosa Parade Improve community connectivity Infrastructure Project on track for completion end of November On track
Corridor storm water and create a collective vision. Planning, Design & 2022, subject to weather.
drainage upgrade Foster successful social networks Delivery
and benefit multiple stakeholders
Section 22
Delivering Council Services
Services Service Activities Responsible Areas
Development Services Development Assessment and Compliance, Building and Development Assessment Building and Plumbing
Pool Compliance, Plumbing Services
Asset Management Under development Asset Management
Cemeteries Maintenance & Operations Environmental Health
Council Buildings Under development Buildings & Facilities
Council Property Management Under development Property
Cultural Development Cultural Planning & Support, Visual Arts Venues & Community Development Libraries & Galleries
Programs, The J Entertainment and Community Venue, Community Facilities
Heritage protection & preservation
Infrastructure Planning, Design & Under development Infrastructure Planning, Design & Delivery
Delivery
Land Use Planning Land Use Planning Strategic Land Use Planning
Road Network Sealed Roads, Gravel Roads, Bridges, Road Civil Operations Branch (Civil Works & Maintenance)
Landscapes and Mowing, Car Parks
Traffic & Transport Traffic Management & Operations, Public Transport Infrastructure Planning, Design & Delivery
Infrastructure & related programs, Noosa North Shore Ferry Civil Operations (Civil Works)
Property Branch
Section 23
Corporate Plan Theme – Excellence as a Council Operational Plan 22/23
Corporate Plan Key Operational Initiatives Outcomes Responsible Areas Update Q1 Status
Focus Areas
5.1 Maintain a focus Review Council’s To review standards of customer service and Director Executive Project being scoped, planned commencement Dec 22. Not
on excellence in Customer Service deliver improved customer service aligned to Services started
Customer Service Charter community expectations
and improved
service delivery
5.2 Maximise Continue to To facilitate economic growth and in Property Planning, investigation, and analysis work to commence Not
financial investigate consideration of alternative revenue sources early in the 2023 calendar year. started
opportunities for industrial land
Council land development
holdings for the opportunities
purpose of
maximising non-rate
revenue
5.3 Further develop Continue the Integration of council’s systems to streamline ICT Progressing the implementation of new animals, Behind
systems to promote transition to T1 Ci operations, increase flexibility, increase infringement, and debtor systems with a planned go-live Schedule
continuous Anywhere for productivity, and cost efficiencies in April 2023 including online animal registration.
improvement Council’s Implementation was delayed due to resignation of the
enterprise ICT Program Coordinator and an ICT Analyst. However,
management Council is still the first in Australia to undertake the
system staged transition to the newer CI Anywhere version of
TechnologyOne property and rating systems.
5.4 Embed corporate Employee Increased employee satisfaction CEO Detailed survey postponed to early 2023. Not
values into the satisfaction started
organisational survey
culture
5.5 Improve online Review customer Increased customer satisfaction ICT, various Work to integrate customer requests and Cleanaway Behind
customer interface service systems branches waste systems, and the Snap Send Solve mobile Schedule
services and processes application was delayed due to resignation of the ICT
Program Coordinator and ICT Analyst and is not
expected to complete until late 2022.
Online portals for rates, debtors and applications are in
the CI Anywhere project with planned completion late
2023.
Section 24
Corporate Plan Theme – Excellence as a Council Operational Plan 22/23
Corporate Plan Key Operational Initiatives Outcomes Responsible Areas Update Q1 Status
Focus Areas
5.6 Continue to meet Implement Prudent financial management to achieve All Departments Financial performance year to date for Q1 remain in line On track
or exceed all Council’s long sustainable outcomes with budget targets at this stage.
statutory financial term financial
ratios and key sustainability
operational targets policy
5.7 Ensure that Develop and Increased job satisfaction and the attraction People & Culture Elements of employee attraction and retention strategy On track
workforce planning is implement an and retention of talented people under review/development including employer of choice;
in place across the employee shaping and embedding the new culture and values;
organisation attraction and remuneration policy; and employee recognition.
retention strategy
5.8 Improve and Implement the Ensure the provision of a safe workplace People & Culture WH&S System Plan implementation progressing. On track
maintain the safety WH&S System External audit of WH&S to commence in October.
and wellbeing of Plan
employees
5.9 Enhance Finalise and Increased community engagement and Communications Draft framework delayed due to ill health of the Behind
opportunities for the implement the improved decision making and outcomes for & Community consultant. A workshop planned in October was Schedule
community to Community the community Engagement cancelled due to public holiday for Queen’s death.
engage with the engagement New Cr workshop planned for 10/11/22 to review draft
council and ensure Strategy and framework.
CE best practice is Framework
embedded in Council Undertake Opportunity for community input into budget Community Discussion with Financial Services planned for mid- On track
operations 2022/23 Budget priorities Engagement/ November to discuss engagement options.
Engagement Financial Services
Process
5.10 Ensure that Continue Compliance with legislative obligations Finance / Business activities budget and pricing structure set for On track
Council business management of Waste Services, the 2022/23 financial year in line with full cost pricing
activities remain financial Property principles.
competitive and performance in Financial performance year-to-date is in line with budget
profitable 2022/23 and targets.
ensure full cost
pricing outcomes
are targeted as
Section 25
Corporate Plan Theme – Excellence as a Council Operational Plan 22/23
Corporate Plan Key Operational Initiatives Outcomes Responsible Areas Update Q1 Status
Focus Areas
part of 2022/23
budget price
settings
Undertake an Increase operational resilience including Director Covid 19 management currently in low response phase Behind
evaluation of operational and financial resilience Community with minor spikes. Preparing for potential new wave in Schedule
Council’s Services Dec 22/Jan 23 then return to low response requirement.
response to the Evaluation may be able to then commence post Feb
COVID-19 2023.
pandemic
including its
impact on council
Review internal Improved management of risks and the most CEO Internal Audit Model under review. Behind
audit model optimal, cost-effective function Schedule
5.11 Ensure that Undertake annual Increase awareness of responsibilities and All Directors BCPs are now regularly discussed in Council’s On track
Business Continuity scenario testing test and improve procedures in BCPs to Emergency Operations Team (EOT) meetings as part of
Plans are developed of BCPs manage business disruptions in the event of Council’s crisis management function. Subsequently,
and tested a disaster or unexpected catastrophe BCPs are formally recognised in the EOT Charter and
Council’s Master BCP Testing Schedule which was
endorsed in July 2022 by EOT and the Executive Team
(ET).
An Actual Event trigged the Payroll Branch to test their
BCP and subsequently they will be reporting on their
findings to the EOT and ET in October 2022.
5.12 Strengthen Finalise review of Compliance with legislative and ethical Director Executive On 21 July 2022, Council adopted a new Governance On track
Council’s governance obligations to optimise council’s performance Services Framework which has been published on Council’s
governance arrangements and website. Implementation via training and awareness of
framework and implement the Framework is now underway by the Governance
develop leadership recommendations Branch.
potential for improved Recommendations from 2021 Governance review
service delivery progressively being implemented including further
Section 26
Corporate Plan Theme – Excellence as a Council Operational Plan 22/23
Corporate Plan Key Operational Initiatives Outcomes Responsible Areas Update Q1 Status
Focus Areas
considerations for Governance Branch resourcing and
technology solutions.
5.13 Embed risk Continue to Improved organisational ability to identify and Director Executive On 15 September 2022, Council adopted the new On track
management implement the manage risks Services Enterprise Risk and Opportunity Management Policy
practices into ERM Framework which has been published on Council’s website and
decision making Council’s Executive Team endorsed the Risk and
processes Opportunity Management Framework. Prior to adoption,
both documents were reviewed by Council’s Audit and
Risk Committee in August 2022.
As part of implementation, the Governance Branch will
commence training and awareness for all staff.
Development of a Provision of a clear and standardised Procurement Concept framework has been reviewed by Council On track
Contract approach to managing and administering Executive, and officers have commenced the
Management contracts development of the framework and supporting
Framework documentation, training guides, website, etc.
Development of To improve sustainability outcomes by Procurement Expert sustainable procurement consultants have been On track
Sustainable considering the total cost of procurement engaged to commence work to develop the framework.
procurement including environmental, social, and economic Over the next quarter, consultant will undertake a current
framework impacts state assessment, benchmarking and stakeholder
engagement to identify optimal approach for Council.
Section 27
Delivering Council Services
Services Service Activities Responsible Areas
Customer Service Customer service Customer Service
Governance Governance Governance Branch
Financial & Revenue Services Financial Services, Revenue Services Financial Services Revenue
People & Culture Human Resource Management, Payroll, Workplace People and Culture
Health and Safety
Procurement Purchasing and contracts Procurement
Fleet Fleet Management & Operations Procurement
Holiday Parks Holiday Parks Contract Management & Administration Property
ICT Under development ICT
Elected Council Elected Council Operations CEO
Records Under development Records