Ordinary Meeting - July 2023
Date: Thursday, 20 July 2023 at 5:00PM
Location: Noosa Shire Council Chambers , 9 Pelican Street , Tewantin , QLD 4565 , Australia
Organiser: Noosa Shire Council
Duration: 00:39:56
Synopsis: Key development refusals, Noosa Springs hotel paused by applicant, Ozcare change and Boreen Point short‑term let approved, Water monitoring advanced, Land purchase authorised, Recusals upheld.
Meeting Attendees
Councillors
Clare Stewart Karen Finzel Joe Jurisevic Amelia Lorentson Brian Stockwell Tom Wegener Frank Wilkie Executive Officers
Acting Chief Executive Officer Larry Sengstock Director Strategy And Environment And Sustainable Development Kim Rawlings Director Development & Regulation Richard MacGillivray Director Community Services Kerri Contini Director Corporate Services Trent Grauf Director Infrastructure Services Shaun Walsh AI-Generated Meeting Insight
Key Decisions & Discussions Council refused an over‑scale dwelling at 60 Seaview Tce, Sunshine Beach for non‑compliance with height, site cover, setbacks and privacy outcomes under the Low Density Residential Zone Code (Item 5.3; 03:53–04:24). Council refused a 1→2 lot split at 39–41 Picture Point Cres, citing inconsistency with Reconfiguring a Lot Code, High Density Residential Zone Code, biodiversity corridor impacts, and inadequate bushfire assessment (Item 5.4; 18:59–19:22). Minor change approved for Ozcare Noosa Heads, converting shared to single rooms; approval now framed as Residential Care Facility (130 beds), with amended/deleted/added conditions and an Infrastructure Agreement for access/vegetation maintenance (Item 5.2). Short‑term accommodation at 2A Woongar St, Boreen Point approved with conditions attentive to environmental sensitivities, including controls such as dog management (Item 5.3; 10:28–12:31 reference to conditioned compliance processes). Home‑based mechanic at 39 Eucalypt Way, Cootharaba deferred at applicant’s request to 17 Aug 2023 to install acoustic mitigation and demonstrate compliance with noise limits (≤+5 dB over background) under Council’s planning scheme (Item 5.2; 10:59–12:31). Burgess Creek Integrated Water Quality Monitoring: Council endorsed continued liaison with Unitywater, scoped an Integrated Catchment Management Plan, and flagged network expansion of monitoring sites; report responds to prior Notices of Motion (Item 5.4; 18:59–19:36). Noosa Environment Strategy Year 3 progress noted; Year 4 monitoring and plan review due by Sept 2023 (Item 5.5; 27:57–32:08). Environment Levy land purchase: CEO authorised to negotiate $400k–$480k acquisition, declare Nature Refuge, and fund initial/ongoing management actions (Item 7.1; 05:04–05:11). Arkana Dr retaining wall reconstruction awarded to Sunshine Civil Solutions for $409,904.22 ex GST; CEO authorised to finalise contract (Item 5.1 SO Committee). Noosa Springs hotel (MCU21/0110) not determined; applicant stopped the current decision period, preventing consideration (Item 5.1; 09:19–09:41). 2023 LGAQ motions approved: ocean outfall policy and funding, respect SEQ dwelling/population projections with matching infrastructure funding, psychosocial risk reduction training pilot, and elevating ALGA‑adopted motion to State advocacy (Item 9.1; 33:58–38:16). Contentious / Transparency Matters Clare Stewart: Declared and exited for Noosa Springs hotel due to familial petition signature, family residence, and a friendship nexus with a submitter’s associate; proper recusal maintained meeting integrity (Item 5.1; 07:10–07:53). Karen Finzel: Declared and exited on Noosa Springs hotel given prior campaign volunteer link to an objector’s associate (Item 5.1; 07:14–07:53). Multiple lengthy declarable/prescribed COIs on the Environment Strategy report prompted debate; some councillors decried “extremes” in noting reports, but legal advice and OIA guidance drove abundance‑of‑caution declarations (Item 5.5; 27:57–31:41). Procedural clarity: transcript confirms consistent use of Chapter 5B LGA 2009 processes, with councillors abstaining on their own COI motions and Council voting on participation (e.g., 08:14–08:47; 21:44–22:55). Noosa Springs hotel timing tactic: applicant stopping the decision period forestalled deliberation; Chair explained statutory effect to gallery (09:41–10:28). Public interest emphasised in allowing participation where no material benefit identified, enhancing transparency while preserving quorum on complex environmental items (Items 5.4, 5.5; 16:55–18:59; 21:44–24:42). Legal / Risk Development refusals grounded in specific code non‑compliances (Low Density Residential Zone Code AO/PO7, AO/PO8, AO/PO9; rooftop terrace privacy/bulk) reduce appeal risk by articulating clear statutory bases (Item 5.3). Picture Point refusal cites Reconfiguring a Lot Code, High Density Residential Zone built‑form intent (multi‑dwelling focus), Biodiversity Overlay corridor transection without rehabilitation, and incomplete bushfire mitigation—fortifying any appeal defence (Item 5.4). Home‑based mechanic deferral aligns with Environmental Protection (Noise) Policy limits and scheme AO for home businesses; conditioning pathway noted if compliance demonstrable (10:59–12:31; Item 5.5 P&E referral note). Short‑term accommodation approval conditioned for environmental sensitivity (incl. dog control), aligning with local STA framework and environmental protection aims (Item 5.6/Gen Comm 5.3). Environment Levy acquisition includes Nature Refuge creation and funded land management, mitigating long‑term ecological and fire risks; delegation to CEO bounded by valuation range (Item 7.1). All “reports noted” framed under s63(5) Planning Act 2016 where applicable, maintaining lawful process transparency (Items 5.2, 5.3, 5.4). Conflicts of Interest Tom Wegener: Declarable COI for Sunshine Butterflies donation; permitted to participate on café change; later prescribed COI on Environment Strategy due to presidency of grant recipient, exited (Item 5.7; 02:07–03:22; Item 5.5; 24:57–25:41). Brian Stockwell: Declarable COIs across items (ICEO review link; community org ties); permitted to participate except where he voluntarily exited (Burgess Creek) due to club land/water management nexus (Items 5.1, 5.4, 5.5; 14:32–14:42; 08:14–09:19). Amelia Lorentson: Declarable COIs tied to a family member’s association with EBPA; allowed to participate on Burgess Creek and Environment Strategy after Council assessment of impartiality (16:55–19:20; 23:39–24:42). Karen Finzel and Clare Stewart: Recused on Noosa Springs hotel due to links to an objector’s associate and family petition/signature respectively (07:10–07:53). Frank Wilkie: Declarable COI via historical donation linked to PBCA; permitted to participate on Environment Strategy (20:37–22:55). Environmental Concerns and Water Quality (Burgess Creek) Frank Wilkie: Led adoption noting Unitywater data liaison, catchment plan scoping, and monitoring expansion; response to earlier Council motions recorded (Item 5.4; 19:20–19:36). Amelia Lorentson: Amplified advocacy lineage (LGAQ/ALGA motions on wastewater reuse, ocean outfalls), reinforcing regional/national policy context for local creek issues (16:55–18:30; 33:58–35:29). Brian Stockwell: Voluntary exit due to NLFC fertiliser/irrigation responsibilities in catchment, acknowledging potential perceived nexus with water quality outcomes (Item 5.4; 14:32–14:42). Short‑Term Accommodation Boreen Point STA approved with final conditions tailored to environmental sensitivity, including managing dog impacts—indicating tighter ecological safeguards in STA permits (Gen Comm 5.3; 10:28–12:31 context; Item 5.6 P&E referral note). Demonstrates Council’s continued calibration of STA with local amenity/biodiversity protections under the planning framework (Gen Comm 5.3). Sunshine Beach and Built Form Controls Refusal at 60 Seaview Tce reaffirms strict 8 m height control and bulk/setback limits to protect views, overshadowing, and privacy, consistent with community expectations for Low Density zones (Item 5.3; 03:53–04:24). Rooftop terrace privacy walls flagged as excessive bulk/overlooking, clarifying rooftop elements are assessed for visual/amenity impacts, not treated as de minimis (Item 5.3). Planning Scheme and Zoning Outcomes Picture Point refusal underscores High Density Residential intent prioritising multiple dwellings; fragmentation into undersized, irregular lots risks undermining supply of compliant multi‑dwelling forms (Item 5.4). Decisions exhibit disciplined application of AO/PO structure across zone and overlay codes, improving defensibility under Planning Act appeals (Items 5.3, 5.4; s63(5) notes). Population Growth and Infrastructure Advocacy LGAQ motion seeks State respect for council‑advised SEQ dwelling/population projections and infrastructure funding parity for State‑imposed uplifts, guarding fiscal/asset risks (Item 9.1; 35:31–35:56). Companion motions escalate ocean outfall reform and psychosocial risk training, aligning local environmental and workforce risk priorities with State advocacy channels (Item 9.1; 35:56–36:15; 33:58–35:29).
Official Meeting Minutes
MINUTES Ordinary Meeting Thursday, 20 July 2023 5:00 PM Council Chambers, 9 Pelican Street, Tewantin Crs Clare Stewart (Chair), Karen Finzel, Joe Jurisevic, Amelia Lorentson, Brian Stockwell, Tom Wegener, Frank Wilkie “Noosa Shire – different by nature” ORDINARY MEETING MINUTES 20 JULY 2023 1. ATTENDANCE & APOLOGIES COUNCILLORS Councillor Clare Stewart Councillor Karen Finzel Councillor Joe Jurisevic Councillor Amelia Lorentson Councillor Brian Stockwell Councillor Tom Wegener Councillor Frank Wilkie EXECUTIVE Acting Chief Executive Officer Larry Sengstock Director Strategy and Environment and Sustainable Development Kim Rawlings Director Development & Regulation Richard MacGillivray Director Community Services Kerri Contini Director Corporate Services Trent Grauf Acting Director Infrastructure Services Shaun Walsh APOLOGIES Nil. 2. CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES Council Resolution Moved: Cr Amelia Lorentson Seconded: Cr Karen Finzel The Minutes of the Ordinary Meeting held on 15 June 2023 be received and confirmed. Carried unanimously. Council Resolution Moved: Cr Joe Jurisevic Seconded: Cr Karen Finzel The Minutes of the Special Meeting held on 30 June 2023 be received and confirmed. Carried unanimously. 3. MAYORAL MINUTES Nil. 4. PETITIONS Nil 5. NOTIFIED MOTIONS Nil. ORDINARY MEETING MINUTES 20 JULY 2023 6. PRESENTATIONS Nil. 7. DEPUTATIONS Nil. 8. CONSIDERATION OF COMMITTEE REPORTS 8.1. PLANNING & ENVIRONMENT COMMITTEE REPORT – 11 JULY 2023 ATTENDANCE & APOLOGIES COMMITTEE MEMBERS Cr Tom Wegener Cr Karen Finzel Cr Brian Stockwell NON COMMITTEE MEMBERS Cr Joe Jurisevic Cr Amelia Lorentson Cr Frank Wilkie EXECUTIVE Director Strategy and Environment and Sustainable Development, Kim Rawlings Acting Chief Executive Officer, Larry Sengstock Director Development & Regulation, Richard MacGillivray APOLOGIES Cr Clare Stewart COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATIONS TO COUNCIL 5.1. MCU21/0110 - APPLICATION FOR MATERIAL CHANGE OF USE - BAR, FOOD, AND DRINK OUTLET, OUTDOOR SPORT AND RECREATION, RESORT COMPLEX AT 61 NOOSA SPRINGS DRIVE, NOOSA HEADS That Planning & Environment Committee Agenda Item 5.1 be referred to the General Committee due to the significance of the issue. 5.2. 132001.210127.3 - CHANGE TO DEVELOPMENT APPROVAL - CHANGING SHARED ROOMS TO SINGLE ROOMS - OZCARE - 100 COOYAR STREET, NOOSA HEADS That Council note the report by the Development Planner to the Planning & Environment Committee Meeting dated 11 July 2023 regarding Application No. 132001.210127.3 to make a minor change to an existing approval for a Development Permit for a Material Change or Use for Stage 3 – Aged Persons Home (20 Beds) situated at 100 Cooyar Street, Noosa Heads and: 1. Approve the change. 2. Amend the development description to read as follows: ORDINARY MEETING MINUTES 20 JULY 2023 o Development Permit for a Material Change of Use - Residential Care Facility (130 beds) 3. Amend conditions 15 and 26 as outlined in Attachment 1 - Proposed amended and additional conditions 4. Delete conditions 1, 2, 23, 27 and 28. 5. Include additional conditions as outlined in Attachment 1 - Proposed amended additional conditions. 6. Agree to enter into an Infrastructure Agreement with Ozcare (the Owner) in respect of construction of access track crossing, maintenance of vegetation buffer one and access track (including crossing) for the Girraween Nature Refuge and the Residential Care Facility. 7. Note the report is provided in accordance with Section 63(5) of the Planning Act 2016. 5.3. DBW21/0216 - APPLICATION FOR BUILDING WORKS FOR A DWELLING HOUSE AT 60 SEAVIEW TERRACE, SUNSHINE BEACH That Council note the report by the Graduate Development Planner to the Planning and Environment Committee Meeting dated 11 July 2023 regarding Application No. DBW21/0216 for a Development Permit for Building Works – Dwelling House situated at 60 Seaview Terrace, Sunshine Beach and: A. Refuse the application for the following reasons: 1. The proposal does not comply with Acceptable Outcome AO7.1 and corresponding Performance Outcome PO7 of the Low Density Residential Zone Code as it: i. Is proposed to exceed 8 metres in building height from finished ground level ii. Will visually dominate the surrounding area; and iii. Has the potential to obstruct views and cause overshadowing of dwellings within proximity of the site. 2. The proposal does not comply with Acceptable Outcome AO8.1 and corresponding Performance Outcome PO8 of the Low Density Residential Zone Code as it: i. Exceeds site cover requirements of 50% for one storey and 30% for the other storey or 40% for both storeys; ii. Is not of a scale that is compatible with surrounding development; iii. Has not included the opportunity for soft landscaping between buildings; and iv. Presents an appearance of bulk to adjacent properties. 3. The proposal does not comply with Acceptable Outcome AO9.3 and corresponding Performance Outcome PO9 of the Low Density Residential Zone Code as: i. The northern side boundary setback does not comply with minimum side setback requirements; ii. The built to boundary garage and bin structures do not comply with minimum side setback requirements; iii. Will impact on the visual and acoustic amenity of adjoining premises; iv. Has the capacity to cause issues of overlooking of private open space of adjoining premises; and v. Does not provide adequate distance from adjoining land uses. 4. The proposal does not comply with Acceptable Outcome AO16.3 and corresponding Performance Outcome PO16 of the Low Density Residential Zone Code as the proposed rooftop terrace will have the potential to obstruct views of dwellings within proximity of the site and create issues of overlooking to neighbouring properties. the privacy walls associated with the proposed roof top terrace will also create excessive bulk to neighbouring properties. B. Note the report is provided in accordance with Section 63(5) of the Planning Act 2016. ORDINARY MEETING MINUTES 20 JULY 2023 5.4. RAL22/0021 - RECONFIGURE A LOT (1 INTO 2 LOTS) AT 39-41 PICTURE POINT CRESCENT, NOOSA HEADS That Council note the report by the Acting Coordinator Planning to the Planning & Environment Committee Meeting dated 11 July 2023 regarding Application No. RAL22/0021 for a Development Permit for Reconfiguring a Lot – 1 into 2 lots, situated at 39-41 Picture Point Crescent Noosa Heads and A. Refuse the application for the following reasons: 1. The proposal is contrary to Overall Outcomes 2(a), (b), (c) & (d), Performance Outcomes PO5, PO6, PO7, and Acceptable Outcome AO5.1, AO5.2, AO7.3, AO7.4, AO7.5, AO7.7 of the Reconfiguring a Lot Code as: a. The proposed lots are not consistent with the size and character of surrounding lots and are less than the required minimum lot size and width. b. The proposed lots are irregular in shape, with the proposed lot shape not necessitated by a curve in the road, topographical constraints, or the site’s vegetation, with the lot shape constraining their future development for multiple dwellings. c. The future development of the lots is likely to result in duplication of accessways and services, excessive earthworks and modification to the landform which will impact on the amenity and character of the area. d. The proposed development is not consistent with the Overall Outcome 2(o) of the Noosa Heads Locality Plan Code to accommodate a greater diversity in housing types as the proposed reconfiguring a lot will limit the opportunities for further multiple dwellings in Noosa Heads. 2. The proposed lots are not consistent with the Overall Outcome 2(f) and Performance Outcome PO1 of the High Density Residential Zone Code to accommodate multiple dwellings to the exclusion of dual occupancy and dwelling houses, as the proposed lots are unlikely to be able to accommodate multiple dwellings consistent with the code’s built form requirements. 3. The proposed development is contrary to Overall Outcome 2(c), (d) & (h), Performance Outcome PO2 and Acceptable Outcome AO2 of the Biodiversity, Waterways and Wetlands Overlay Code as the proposed lot boundaries transect a wildlife corridor and no rehabilitation is proposed to improve this ecological linkage. 4. The proposed lots are in part located in a medium bushfire hazard area and the Bushfire Management Plan does not make any assessment of the proposed development or identify any bushfire mitigation measures, based on ecological principles, to minimise the risk to people and property from bushfire hazard. B. Note the report is provided in accordance with Section 63(5) of the Planning Act 2016. 5.5. MCU22/0120 – DEVELOPMENT PERMIT FOR MATERIAL CHANGE OF USE – HOME-BASED BUSINESS (MECHANIC) AT 39 EUCALYPT WAY, COOTHARABA That the Planning and Environment Committee Agenda Item 5.5 be referred to the General Committee and request the CEO to liaise with the applicant regarding a range of matters that would reduce the potential impact such as: Limiting the use to 3 days a week and the hours 9am to 5pm; Installing acoustic barriers around the compressor and any other noise making machinery likely to create a nuisance outside of the property boundaries; Adopting work practices that buffer and direct noise away from neighbouring properties; and Conducting all operations to comply with noise limits set by the relevant Environmental Protection Policy. ORDINARY MEETING MINUTES 20 JULY 2023 5.6. MCU23/0019 - SHORT TERM ACCOMMODATION AT 2A WOONGAR STREET, BOREEN POINT That Planning & Environment Committee Agenda Item 5.6 be referred to the General Committee for further consideration and request the CEO to provide appropriate conditions considering the environmental sensitivity of the site including the control of dogs and other activities that may impact on environmental values. 5.7. MCU16/0090.02 - MINOR CHANGE TO THE EXISTING APPROVAL FOR THE PURPOSE OF PROVIDING A CAFÉ FOR GUESTS OF THE COMMUNITY USE – WELLBEING – TYPE 2 SOCIAL ON LAND AT 468 MCKINNON DRIVE, COOROIBAH In accordance with Chapter 5B of the Local Government Act 2009, Cr Wegener provided the following declaration to the meeting of a declarable conflict of interest in this matter: I, Cr Wegener, inform the meeting that I have a declarable conflict of interest in this matter in relation to the application by Sunshine Butterflies as on 23 October 2020 I provided them with a donation of surfboard making equipment valued at approximately $1200. Although I have a declarable conflict of interest, I do not believe a reasonable person could have a perception of bias because I do not have any other association with that organisation. 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 Frank Wilkie Seconded: Cr Clare Stewart That Council note the declarable conflict of interest by Cr Wegener and determine that it is in the public interest that Cr Wegener participates and votes on this matter because Council believes that he does not stand to receive a personal benefit or loss in relation to this matter and therefore a reasonable person would trust that the final decision is made in the public interest. Carried unanimously. Cr Wegener did not vote on the above motion. Council Resolution Moved: Cr Joe Jurisevic Seconded: Cr Amelia Lorentson That Council note the report by the Development Planner to the Planning & Environment Committee Meeting dated 11 July 2023 regarding Application No. MCU16/0090.02 for a Minor Change to an existing approval for Material Change of Use - Community Use – Wellbeing – Type 2 – Social, situated at 468 McKinnon Drive, Cooroibah and: A. Approve the change. B. Amend conditions 1 & 2 to read as outlined in Attachment 1 – Proposed amended and additional conditions. C. Include 2 additional conditions as outlined in Attachment 1 – Proposed amended and additional conditions. D. Note the report is provided in accordance with Section 63(5) of the Planning Act 2016. Carried unanimously. ORDINARY MEETING MINUTES 20 JULY 2023 5.8. INTEGRATED WATER QUALITY MONITORING PROGRAM - BURGESS CREEK That Planning & Environment Committee Agenda Item 5.8 be referred to the General Committee due to significance of the issue. 6.1. PLANNING APPLICATIONS DECIDED BY DELEGATED AUTHORITY MAY 2023 That Council note the report by the Manager, Development Assessment to the Planning & Environment Committee Meeting dated 11 July 2023 regarding planning applications that have been decided by delegated authority. 6.2. NOOSA ENIVIRONMENT STRATEGY - YEAR THREE (2021/2022) IMPLEMENTATION PLAN ANNUAL UPDATED That Planning & Environment Committee Agenda Item 6.2 be referred to the General Committee due to the significance of the issue. 7.1. CONFIDENTIAL - NOT FOR PUBLIC RELEASE - ENVIRONMENT LEVY PROPOSED LAND PURCHASE In accordance with Chapter 5B of the Local Government Act 2009, Cr Stockwell provided the following declaration to the meeting of a declarable conflict of interest in this matter: I, Cr Stockwell, inform the meeting that I have a declarable conflict of interest in this matter as in my sole trader consultancy (Watershed Australia), I commenced a contract with the Koala Action Gympie Region Association (KAGR) in June 2023. The $28,000 agreement currently runs to the end of the calendar year. As part of the contract I am assisting the not-for-profit group identify potential programs and projects to enhance koala habitat and the sustainability of the group in the Gympie Region including opportunities to link with other organisations to create inter-regional corridors. As the subject land abuts the Gympie Regional Council area, and as it is part of a mapped koala corridor in the SEQ Bioregion, KAGR may have a future interest in linkages across shire boundaries in this locality. As there is currently no direct link, nor any current specific project or proposal involving KAGR, or myself in a consultant capacity, and the lot in question, nor is it likely that I will benefit directly from its acquisition. However, I will now leave the meeting. Cr Stockwell left the meeting. Council Resolution Moved: Cr Clare Stewart Seconded: Cr Frank Wilkie That Council note the Report by the Principal Environment Officer to the Planning & Environment Committee Meeting dated 11 July 2023 regarding the proposed purchase of the property and: A. Approve and authorise the CEO to: 1. Proceed with negotiation with the owners or their agent to purchase the property detailed in the Report within the valuation range of $400,000 to $480,000; 2. If agreement can be reached between Council and the owners or their agent, utilise Council's Environment Levy funds to proceed with the purchase of the property detailed in the Report within the valuation range of $400,000 to $480,000; 3. If the property detailed in the Report is purchased by Council, proceed with the placement of a Nature Refuge over the property; and ORDINARY MEETING MINUTES 20 JULY 2023 4. Utilise Council's Environment Levy funds to allow Environmental Services undertake initial management actions on the property including weed and pest management, fire management, and ecological restoration; and 5. Utilise Council's Environment Levy funds to allow Environmental Services to undertake ongoing management actions on the property including weed and pest management, fire management, flora and fauna monitoring. Carried unanimously. Council Resolution Moved: Cr Brian Stockwell Seconded: Cr Amelia Lorentson That the report of the Planning & Environment Committee dated 11 July 2023 be received and the recommendations therein be adopted except where dealt with by separate resolution. Carried unanimously. 8.2. SERVICES & ORGANISATION COMMITTEE REPORT - 11 JULY 2023 ATTENDANCE & APOLOGIES COMMITTEE MEMBERS Cr Joe Jurisevic Cr Amelia Lorentson Cr Frank Wilkie NON COMMITTEE MEMBERS Cr Karen Finzel EXECUTIVE Acting Chief Executive Officer, Larry Sengstock Acting Director Infrastructure Services, Shaun Walsh APOLOGIES Cr Clare Stewart COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATIONS TO COUNCIL 5.1 CN00375 - RETAINING WALL RECONSTRUCTION - ARKANA DRIVE That Council note the report by the Project Officer to the Services & Organisation Committee Meeting dated 11 July 2023 and: A. Award contract no. CN00375 Retaining Wall Reconstruction - Arkana Drive to Sunshine Civil Solutions Pty Ltd for the lump sum price of $409,904.22 (excl. GST); and B. Authorise the CEO to negotiate the final contract with Sunshine Civil Solutions Pty Ltd. Council Resolution Moved: Cr Joe Jurisevic Seconded: Cr Frank Wilkie That the report of the Services & Organisation Committee dated 11 July 2023 be received and the recommendations therein be adopted. Carried unanimously. ORDINARY MEETING MINUTES 20 JULY 2023 8.3. GENERAL COMMITTEE MEETING REPORT – 17 JULY 2023 8.3 GENERAL COMMITTEE MEETING REPORT – 17 JULY 2023 ATTENDANCE & APOLOGIES COMMITTEE MEMBERS Deputy Mayor Cr Frank Wilkie (Chair) Councillor Cr Karen Finzel Councillor Cr Joe Jurisevic Councillor Cr Amelia Lorentson Councillor Cr Clare Stewart Councillor Cr Brian Stockwell Councillor Cr Tom Wegener EXECUTIVE Acting Chief Executive Officer Larry Sengstock Director Development & Regulation Richard MacGillivray Director Strategy and Environment and Sustainable Development Kim Rawlings Director Corporate Services Trent Grauf APOLOGIES Nil. COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATIONS TO COUNCIL 5.1. MCU21/0110 - APPLICATION FOR MATERIAL CHANGE OF USE - BAR, FOOD, AND DRINK OUTLET, OUTDOOR SPORT AND RECREATION, RESORT COMPLEX AT 61 NOOSA SPRINGS DRIVE, NOOSA HEADS (Referred from Planning & Environment Committee Meeting dated 11 July 2023 - Item 5.1) In accordance with Chapter 5B of the Local Government Act 2009, Cr Stewart provided the following declaration to the meeting of a declarable conflict of interest in this matter: I, Cr Stewart, inform the meeting that I have a declarable conflict of interest in this matter as, unbeknownst to me at the time, my mother signed a petition against the development for the proposed Noosa Springs Hotel. Subsequently to finding this out, I have since removed myself from all workshops and discussion on this application. My parents also live in Noosa Springs. I also understand that JFP Urban Consultants on behalf of Altum Property Group, who are the Developers of Park Ridge Noosa Springs, made a submission against the Noosa Springs Hotel Development. Leigh McCready, who is associated with Altum, is a friend. As a result of my conflicts of interest, I will now leave the meeting room while the matter is considered and voted on. Cr Stewart left the meeting. Cr Wilkie assumed the Chair. 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 ORDINARY MEETING MINUTES 20 JULY 2023 Group, who are the Developers of Park Ridge Noosa Springs, made a submission against the Noosa Springs Hotel Development. 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. As a result of my conflict of interest I will now leave the meeting room while the matter is considered and voted on. Cr Finzel left the meeting. In accordance with Chapter 5B of the Local Government Act 2009, Cr Stockwell provided the following declaration to the meeting of a declarable conflict of interest in this matter: I, Cr Stockwell, inform the meeting that I have a declarable conflict of interest in this matter as I have come to understand that JFP Consultants on behalf of Altum Property Group, who are the Developers of Park Ridge Noosa Springs, made a submission against the Noosa Springs Hotel Development. Leigh McCready is associated with Altum Property Group. On 24 February 2020 I sought a review by the Independent Council Election Observer (ICEO) as to the public claims of the Future Noosa Team in regard to Ms Leigh McCready. Although I have a declarable conflict of interest, I do not believe a reasonable person could have a perception of bias because the ICEO review was an advisory service and my queries at that time were in the public interest. Therefore, I will choose to remain in the meeting room. However, I will respect the decision of the meeting on whether I can remain in the meeting room while the matter is considered and voted on. Council Resolution Moved: Cr Amelia Lorentson Seconded: Cr Tom Wegener That Council note the declarable conflict of interest by Cr Stockwell and determine that it is in the public interest that Cr Stockwell participates on this matter because Council believes that a reasonable person could not have a perception of bias because the ICEO review was an advisory service, not a statutory process, and Cr Stockwell’s queries at that time were in the public interest and neither he nor Ms McCready stood to personally gain or lose from that advice. Carried unanimously. Cr Stockwell did not vote on the above motion. Council Resolution Moved: Cr Brian Stockwell Seconded Cr Joe Jurisevic That Council note the report by the Development Assessment Manager to the Planning & Environment Committee Meeting dated 11 July 2023 regarding Application No. MCU21/0110 for a Development Permit for Material Change of Use – Bar, Food and Drink Outlet, Outdoor Sport and Recreation, Resort Complex at 61 Noosa Springs Drive, Noosa Heads and note that the Applicant has stopped the current period. Carried unanimously. Crs Stewart and Finzel returned to the meeting. Cr Stewart resumed the Chair. 5.2. MCU22/0120 – DEVELOPMENT PERMIT FOR MATERIAL CHANGE OF USE – HOME-BASED BUSINESS (MECHANIC) AT 39 EUCALYPT WAY, COOTHARABA (Referred from Planning & Environment Committee Meeting dated 11 July 2023 - Item 5.5) ORDINARY MEETING MINUTES 20 JULY 2023 Council Resolution Moved: Cr Joe Jurisevic Seconded: Cr Clare Stewart That Council note the report by the Development Planner to the Planning & Environment Committee Meeting dated 11 July 2023 regarding Application No. MCU22/0120 for a Development Permit for Material Change of Use – Home Based Business (Mechanic) at 39 Eucalypt Way, Cootharaba and note that the Applicant has requested deferral of the decision until 17 August 2023. Carried unanimously. 5.3. MCU23/0019 - SHORT TERM ACCOMMODATION AT 2A WOONGAR STREET, BOREEN POINT (Referred from Planning & Environment Committee Meeting dated 11 July 2023 - Item 5.6) That Council note the report by the Development Planner to the Planning & Environment Committee Meeting dated 11 July 2023 regarding Application No. MCU23/0019 for a Development Permit for a Material Change of Use - Short-term accommodation situated at 2a Woongar Street, Boreen Point and: A. Approve the application in accordance with the proposed conditions as outlined in Attachment 1 to the Minutes - Final Conditions. B. Note the report is provided in accordance with Section 63(5) of the Planning Act 2016. 5.4. INTEGRATED WATER QUALITY MONITORING PROGRAM - BURGESS CREEK (Referred from Planning & Environment Committee Meeting dated 11 July 2023 - Item 5.8) In accordance with Chapter 5B of the Local Government Act 2009, Cr Stockwell provided the following declaration to the meeting of a declarable conflict of interest in this matter: I, Cr Stockwell, inform the meeting that I have a declarable conflict of interest in this matter due to the fact that as President of the Noosa Lions Football Club (NLFC) I have land and water management responsibilities for approximately 4.5 ha of the Girraween Sports Complex. This involves the application of mainly organic, slow release and calcium-based fertilisers and herbicide over what is a sizeable holding in terms of the catchment. The club also uses groundwater for irrigation and has used surface water and recycled water in the past. The downstream impact of sports fields are potential risk factors for the quality of surface waters in the catchment. Considering the volunteer and community nature of my role with NLFC and the fact that the club is not likely to gain or lose from the proposed monitoring program, I choose to leave the meeting. Cr Stockwell left the meeting. In accordance with Chapter 5B of the Local Government Act 2009, Cr Lorentson provided the following declaration to the meeting of a declarable conflict of interest in this matter: I, Cr Lorentson inform the meeting that I have a declarable conflict of interest in this matter as my brother Gabriel Cerasani lives approximately 3 kilometres from Burgess Creek. Also, until recently, my brother was on the executive of the Eastern Beaches Protection Association who have made submissions regarding issues with Burgess Creek, including raising a petition on the matter. Considering recent advice given to ORDINARY MEETING MINUTES 20 JULY 2023 Councillors by the Office of Independent assessor, that is, to exercise an 'abundance of caution', I believe it is prudent to declare a conflict of interest. It is important to note, that I have taken myself off the CHAP and the Eastern Beaches Foreshore Management Plan because of my brother’s involvement on the EPBA. An Integrated Catchment Management Plan for Burgess Creek is not part of the CHAP nor part of CHAP solutions. It is part of a broader, Noosa Catchment strategy of waterways. What I have been requesting since June 2022, is an analysis and review of environmental monitoring and impacts for the Noosa Sewage Treatment Plant releases into Burgess Creek and the catchment. Matters regarding Water Quality Issues affecting Burgess Creek catchment, and environmental impacts of Wastewater Treatment Plant outflows into the Burgess Creek catchment. Burgess Creek catchment covers roughly 545 hectares, it drains from the back of residential developments in Noosa Head, through bushland and community facilities near Eenie Creek Road, and then through a Council-managed Bushland Reserve and National Park. It affects and impacts thousands and thousands of people in the Shire. The disposal of liquid waste into our waterways, including freshwater, oceans and rivers creates social and environmental problems for the whole of Noosa Shire. This issue is a significant issue for the whole community. Water quality has political, environmental, and legal implications for the whole of shire of council. Many of these implications include risks to Council infrastructure such as stormwater, open spaces and roads. In October 2022: I moved a Council resolution at the LGAQ Conference: Regions becoming more Resource Independent through efficient use and re-use of Wastewater. I called on the LGAQ to advocate to the State Government of Qld to undertake a state-wide analysis of recycled water reuse that values the protection of local ecosystems and provides suitable data to assist councils and water authorities and retailers in producing business cases for water reuse. Supported (almost unanimously). In June 2023, I moved another Council resolution at the Australian Local Government Association (ALGA) calling on the Australian Government to formulate a National Policy on Ocean Sewerage Outfalls that aims at: No new ocean and estuarine sewerage outfalls to be built/developed along the Australian coastline, and Dedicated funding to be provided to support local regional governments and wastewater providers with existing ocean and estuarine outfalls, to develop new methods/technologies and make every effort to recycle 100% of all treated wastewater generated within their localities and avoid the need to discharge in the ocean. It was carried unopposed by 357 Councils in Australia. Both motions were supported unanimously by this Council. I have also put forward a motion for Council approval for this year’s LGAQ Conference in Gladstone calling for LGAQ to advocate to the State for a State Policy on Ocean Sewerage Outfalls because we need to develop a standard, wastewater diversion targets and wastewater recycling and reuse targets that can be replicated across all the States in Australia. I believe that my intention cannot be questioned. The outcome I am seeking to achieve is: Cleaner oceans Cleaner wastewater Reducing the impact of liquid waste on the environment and communities Transitioning towards a circular economy for liquid waste Environmental best practices For the whole of Noosa Shire. An Integrated Catchment Management Plan for the Burgess Creek Catchment that will form part of a broader, Noosa Catchment Strategy of waterways will help us plan to achieve this outcome. For nearly two years this issue has become one of my passion projects. I have knowledge and expertise that I bring to this table and integrity. Although I have a declarable COI, I believe I could consider the matter impartially and in the public interest. I choose to remain in the meeting ORDINARY MEETING MINUTES 20 JULY 2023 room. However, I will respect the decision of the meeting on whether I can remain and participate in the decision. Committee Resolution Moved: Cr Clare Stewart Seconded: Cr Frank Wilkie That Council note the declarable conflict of interest by Cr Lorentson and determine that Cr Lorentson participates and votes on this matter because Council believes that Cr Lorentson can remain impartial in this matter and that a reasonable person would trust that the final decision is made in the public interest providing necessary and vital input. Carried unanimously. Cr Lorentson did not vote on the above motion. Council Resolution Moved: Cr Frank Wilkie Seconded: Cr Clare Stewart That Council note the report by the Environment Officer – Rivers & Coast to the Planning & Environment Committee Meeting dated 11 July 2023 and: A. Note staff will continue liaising with Unitywater regarding the Burgess Creek STP data and aspects of Burgess Creek management; B. Continue scoping and development of a Burgess Creek Integrated Catchment Management Plan in partnership with Unitywater and key stakeholders; C. Note the continued development of Council’s Integrated Water Quality Monitoring Program including potential expansion to include additional monitoring sites; and D. That this report responds to previous Council Notice of Motions. Carried unanimously. Cr Stockwell returned to the meeting. 5.5. NOOSA ENVIRONMENT STRATEGY - YEAR THREE (2021/2022) IMPLEMENTATION PLAN ANNUAL UPDATED (Referred from Planning & Environment Committee dated 11 July 2023 - Item 6.2) In accordance with Chapter 5B of the Local Government Act 2009, Cr Wilkie provided the following declaration to the meeting of a declarable conflict of interest in this matter: I, Cr Wilkie, inform the meeting that I have a declarable conflict of interest in this matter as in early 2020, I received an electoral donation of $750 from Peregian resident Susan Francis. Susan Francis is the partner of Peregian resident Barry Cotterell. Mr Cotterell is the president of the Peregian Beach Community Association (PBCA). The Environment Strategy Update mentions the progress of the Eastern Beaches Foreshore Reserves Management Plan. The PBCA has provided feedback on the Eastern Beaches Foreshore Reserves Management Plan. The Office of the Independent Assessor and legal advice has indicated the Eastern Beaches Foreshore Reserves Management Plan is not Ordinary Council business because it relates to a specific geographical area and that links to groups who have made submission to it ought to be declared. Although I nor the PBCA, which is a volunteer community group, stand to gain personally or materially through noting this report, I make this declaration out of "an abundance of caution" and commitment to transparency. I believe I can make an impartial decision in the public interest in this matter and l therefore 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. ORDINARY MEETING MINUTES 20 JULY 2023 Council Resolution Moved: Cr Joe Jurisevic Seconded: Cr Clare Stewart That Council note the declarable conflict of interest by Cr Wilkie and determine that Cr Wilkie participates and votes on this matter because Council believes that Cr Wilkie does not stand to gain personally or materially through noting this report, and therefore a reasonable person would trust that the final decision is made in the public interest. Carried unanimously. Crs Wilkie, Stockwell, Lorentson, Finzel and Wegener did not vote on the above motion. In accordance with Chapter 5B of the Local Government Act 2009, Cr Stockwell provided the following declaration to the meeting of a declarable conflict of interest in this matter: I, Cr Stockwell, inform the meeting that I have declarable conflicts of interest in this matter as: in early 2020, I received an electoral donation of $500 from Peregian resident Susan Francis. Susan Francis is the partner of Peregian resident Barry Cotterell. Mr Cotterell is the president of the Peregian Beach Community Association (PBCA). The Environment Strategy Update mentions the progress of the Eastern Beaches Foreshore Reserves Management Plan. The PBCA has provided feedback on the Eastern Beaches Foreshore Reserves Management Plan. The Office of the Independent Assessor and legal advice has indicated the Eastern Beaches Foreshore Reserves Management Plan is not Ordinary Council business because it relates to a specific geographical area and that links to groups who have made submission to it ought to be declared. Although I nor the PBCA, which is a volunteer community group, stand to gain personally or materially through noting this report, I make this declaration out of "an abundance of caution" and commitment to transparency; and I have a long-standing relationship with MRCCC as a previous government employee and a long term collaborator since 1994. I have in the past had a small consultant contract below the limit for a Prescribed Conflict and prior to the declarable time frame. I was up until the last AGM Council's representative on the committee and in this role I played a role in facilitating and developing the group's revised catchment strategy. Although I have a declarable conflict of interest, I do not believe a reasonable person could have a perception of bias considering the community nature of this relationship. due to my long standing connection with Noosa District Landcare as one of the inaugural members of the unincorporated group dating back to the 1980s and a current ordinary member. Although I have a declarable conflict of interest, I do not believe a reasonable person could have a perception of bias considering the community nature of this relationship. I believe I can make an impartial decision in the public interest in this matter and l therefore 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 Joe Jurisevic Seconded: Cr Clare Stewart That Council note the declarable conflict of interest by Cr Stockwell and determine that Cr Stockwell participates and votes on this matter because Council believes that Cr Stockwell does not stand to gain personally or materially through noting this report, and therefore a reasonable person would trust that the final decision is made in the public interest. Carried unanimously. ORDINARY MEETING MINUTES 20 JULY 2023 Crs Wilkie, Stockwell, Lorentson, Finzel and Wegener did not vote on the above motion. In accordance with Chapter 5B of the Local Government Act 2009, Cr Lorentson provided the following declaration to the meeting of a declarable conflict of interest in this matter: I, Cr Lorentson, inform the meeting that I have a declarable conflict of interest in this matter because my brother Gabriel Cerasani, who until recently, was on the Executive of the Eastern Beaches Protection Association has made submissions to the Eastern Beaches Foreshore Management Plan. The report references the Plan as part of the Noosa Environment Strategy. Although I have a declarable conflict of interest, I do not believe a reasonable person could have a perception of bias because I believe my brother nor I stand to receive a personal benefit or loss in relation to this 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 Joe Jurisevic Seconded: Cr Clare Stewart That Council note the declarable conflict of interest by Cr Lorentson and determine that Cr Lorentson participates and votes on this matter because neither Cr Lorentson nor her brother stand to receive a personal benefit or loss in relation to this matter, therefore a reasonable person would trust that the final decision is made in the public interest. Carried unanimously. Crs Wilkie, Stockwell, Lorentson, Finzel and Wegener did not vote on the above motion. 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 as the report notes that a climate change response grant has been given to the community group, Permaculture Noosa Inc. I am the president of Permaculture Noosa and it may be viewed that some benefit could be gained by the group or myself from participating in the discussion or from voting on this report. However, this report only notes past grant recipients. Permaculture Noosa nor myself has to gain by my participation in the noting this report. However as I have a prescribed conflict of interest I will now leave the meeting room while the matter is discussed and voted on. Cr Wegener left the meeting. 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 during my 2020 Future Noosa Election Campaign I received an electoral donation of $1666.66 from Mr Peter Butt who sits on the Executive Committee of Eastern Beaches Protection Association (EBPA). The Environment Strategy Update mentions the progress of the Eastern Beaches Foreshore Reserves Management Plan. The EBPA has provided feedback on the Eastern Beaches Foreshore Reserves Management Plan. The Office of the Independent Assessor and legal advice has indicated the Eastern Beaches Foreshore Reserves Management Plan is not Ordinary Council business because it relates to a specific geographical area and given links to groups who have made submission to it ought to be declared. I will now leave the meeting room while the matter is discussed and voted on. ORDINARY MEETING MINUTES 20 JULY 2023 Cr Finzel left the meeting. Council Resolution Moved: Cr Joe Jurisevic Seconded: Cr Frank Wilkie That Council note the report by the Principal Environment Officer to the Planning & Environment Committee Meeting dated 11 July 2023 regarding the Noosa Environment Strategy – Year Three (2021/2022) Implementation Plan Annual Update and note: A. Year 3 (1 July 2021-30 June 2022) Summary Report provides an update on the progress of the 42 actions outlined in the Noosa Environment Strategy Implementation Plan for the 2021/22 FY. These actions are made up of four (4) enabling actions that will deliver outcomes across all four themes of the Environment Strategy, and 38 actions that are specific to each of the four themes: Biodiversity; Waterways, wetlands & coasts; Sustainable living; and Climate change resilience and adaptation. B. Year 4 (1 July 2022 – 30 June 2023) Monitoring Report and review and update of the Environment Strategy Implementation Plan will be prepared and presented to Council by September 2023. Carried unanimously. Crs Finzel and Wegener returned to the meeting. 6.1. FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE REPORT – JUNE 2023 That Council note the report by the Manager Financial Services (Acting) to the General Committee Meeting dated 17 July 2023 outlining the interim 2022/23 full year financial performance against budget, including key financial sustainability indicators. Council Resolution Moved: Cr Frank Wilkie Seconded: Cr Karen Finzel That the report of the General Committee Meeting dated 17 July 2023 be received and the recommendations therein be adopted except where dealt with by separate resolution. Carried unanimously. ORDINARY MEETING MINUTES 20 JULY 2023 9. ORDINARY MEETING REPORTS 9.1. 2023 LGAQ ANNUAL CONFERENCE MOTIONS Council Resolution Moved: Cr Brian Stockwell Seconded: Cr Tom Wegener That Council note the report by the Chief Executive Officer (Acting) to the Ordinary Meeting dated 20 July 2023 and approve the submission of the following motions to the Local Government Association of Queensland (LGAQ) Annual Conference 2023 for consideration and debate: A. "The LGAQ advocate to the State Government of Queensland recommending that a submission made by Noosa Council to NGA at the ALGA Conference 2023 is developed and agreed to by the ALGA board for Federal Policy priority and implementation. The motion was carried unopposed by 357 Councils across Australia." B. "The LGAQ advocate to the State Government of Queensland to formulate a State Policy on Ocean Sewerage Outfalls that aims at: 1. No new ocean and estuarine sewerage outfalls to be built/developed along the Queensland coastline, and 2. Dedicated funding to be provided to support local regional governments and wastewater providers with existing ocean and estuarine outfalls, to develop new methods/technologies and make every effort to recycle treated wastewater generated within their localities and avoid the need to discharge in the ocean." C. "The LGAQ calls on the State Government to respect the dwelling and population growth projections as advised, and planned for, by each South-East Queensland Local Government and provide adequate funding for infrastructure to match any increase in dwelling and population projections imposed by the State Government during the Shaping SEQ Review process." D. "The LGAQ calls on the Qld State and Federal Governments to allocate Funding for a Pilot Program to enable the LGAQ to co-ordinate ‘Psychosocial Risk Reduction Training’." Carried unanimously. 10. CONFIDENTIAL SESSION Nil. 11. PUBLIC QUESTION TIME Nil. 12. NEXT MEETING The next Ordinary Meeting will be held at Council Chambers, 9 Pelican St, Tewantin on Thursday 17 August 2023 at 5.00pm. 13. MEETING CLOSURE The meeting closed at 5.41pm.
Meeting Transcript
Clare Stewart 00:00.000
On the traditional lands of the Kabi Kabi people and I pay my respects to elders past, present and emerging. I note that everyone is in attendance and we have a number of guests in our gallery this evening so welcome to all of you. course our CEO and our directors are here as well as our wonderful senior staff. Can I please have a mover for the confirmation of the minutes of the ordinary meeting held on the 15th of June 2023. Councillor Lorentson, thank you. Seconding Councillor Finzel. All in favour? Carried unanimously. Thank you Councillor Stockwell. Can I please have a move for the confirmation of the minutes of the special meeting held on the 30th of June 2023. Councillor Lorentson, Jurisevic. Seconding Councillor Finzel. Thank you very much. All in favour? Carried unanimously. Thank you. There are no Mayoral minutes, there are no petitions, there are no notified motions, there are no presentations and there are no deputations. We are now up to item 8, consideration of committee reports. First up, we have item 8.1, the Planning and Environment Committee recommendations. 5.1, to refer to the general committee. 5.2, change to development approval, changing shared rooms to to single rooms, Ozcare, 100 Cooyar Street, Noosa Heads. 5.3, DBW21/0216, application for building works for a dwelling house at 60 Seaview Terrace, Sunshine Beach. Item 5.4, RAL22/0021, reconfigure a lot, one to two lots at 39 to 41 Picture Point Crescent, Noosa Heads. Item 5.5 was referred to the General Committee. Item 5.6 was referred to the General Committee. Item 5.7, MCU16/0090.02, minor the existing approval for the purpose of providing a cafe for guests of the community use, well-being, type two, social on land at 468 McKinnon Drive, Cooroibah. Councillor Wegener. Tom Wegener 02:02.285
Yes. I, Councillor Wegener. Larry Sengstock 02:05.945
Please stand here. Tom Wegener 02:07.505
I, Councillor Wegener, inform the meeting that I have a declarable conflict of interest in this matter in relation to the application Sunshine Butterflies. As on 23rd of November, 2020, I provided them with a donation of surfboards, making equipment valued at approximately $1,200. Although I have a declarable conflict of interest, I do do not believe a reasonable person could have a perception of bias because I do not have any other association with that organisation. Therefore, I will choose to remain in the meeting room. However, I will respect the decision of the meeting room on whether I can and whether I can remain and participate in this decision. Joe Jurisevic 02:44.254
Sorry, Madam Chair. Just to clarify, a point raised there by Councillor Wegener. The declaration for us is the 23rd of October. You said the 23rd of November. Oh. We, October is correct as per the, as per the written declaration. Thank you. Clare Stewart 02:59.662
Thank you, Councillor Jurisevic. Good pick up. Anyone have any questions? Frank Wilkie 03:03.142
Look, I'll move for the motion that Councillor make a declarable conflict of interest by Councillor Wegener. Determine that it is in the public interest that he participates and votes on this matter because we believe that he does not stand to receive a personal benefit or loss in relation to this matter and a reasonable person would trust the final decision to make the public interest. Determine Wegener. Clare Stewart 03:22.110
I'll second that motion. Councillor Wilkie, Councillor Stewart, thank you. Councillor Finzel, she's getting excited. She's in a holiday suit. She's trying to get out of the chair pretty quickly. Still a little while to go, Councillor Finzel. Councillor Wilkie, would you like to speak to that? No, I think the reasons are contained in the motion. The reasons are contained in the motion. Okay, thank you. Any questions for Councillor Wegener? Okay. We'll put it to a vote. All in favour? Carried unanimously, noting that Councillor Wegener did not vote. Thank you, Kat. Would someone like to move this recommendation? Joe Jurisevic 03:53.099
Happy to move the staff recommendation. Thank you. All in favour? Carried unanimously. Item 5.8 was referred to the General Committee. Item 6.1, planning applications decided by delegated authority in May of 2023. Amelia Lorentson 04:11.231
I have a conflict of interest. Do I need your declarement? Clare Stewart 04:16.791
Yes, if you have one. Amelia Lorentson 04:18.371
Integrated water quality. Oh, no, no, no. Go to the General Committee. Sorry, Clare Stewart 04:24.111
I thought you meant at the planning. We'll come back to that. Item 6.2 was referred to the General Committee due to the significance of the issue. Item 7.1, confidential, not public. Yes, Councillor Stockwell? Brian Stockwell 04:39.355
Yes, I wish to advise the meeting that I have a declarable conflict of interest as contained in my written notification, which is reproduced on the screen and previously circulated. However, change from the last sentence to respect the decision in the Planning and By-law Court I will now leave the meeting room. Clare Stewart 05:04.336
Statement. Sorry, Councillor Stockwell. Tom Wegener 05:07.236
I won't believe left. Clare Stewart 05:11.576
I'll move item 7.1. I'll second that amendment. Thank you, Councillor Wilkie. All in favour? Carried unanimously. Thank you. Can I have a mover? Thank you, Councillor Stockwell. Can I have a mover for the second of the adoption of the Planning and Environment Committee recommendations, please? Can I have a mover? Thank you, Councillor Stockwell. Thank you, Councillor Lorentson. All in favour? Carried unanimously. Thanks, Kath. We're now to item 8.2, services and organisation recommendations. 5.1, CN00375, retaining wall reconstruction, Arkana Drive. This is the only report to this committee. committee. Can I have a mover and a seconder for the servicing of the council? I move, Madam Chair. Thank you. Councillor Lawson, thank you. All in favour? Carried unanimously. Thank you. We are now up to item 8.3, general committee meeting. Mother signed a petition against the development for the proposed Noosa Springs hotel. Subsequently finding this out, I have since removed myself from all workshops and discussion on this application. My parents also live in Noosa Springs. I also understand that JFP Urban Consultants on behalf of Altum Property Group, who are the developers of Park Ridge Noosa Springs, made a submission against the Noosa Springs hotel development. Leigh McCready, who is associated with Alton, is a friend. As a result of my conflict of interest, I will now leave the meeting room on the matter that is considered to be voted on, and Councillor Wilkie will assume the chair. Thank you, Councillor Wilkie. Frank Wilkie 07:10.393
Thank you, Councillor Stewart. Councillor Finzel. Karen Finzel 07:14.873
Thank you. In accordance with Chapter 5B of the Local Government Act 2009, I, Councillor Finzel, inform the meeting that I have a declarable conflict of interest in this matter, as I have come...understand that JFP Urban Consultants, on behalf of Altum Property Group, who are the developers of Park Ridge Noosa Springs, made a submission against the Noosa Springs Hotel development. 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. As a result of my conflict of interest, I will now leave the meeting room while the matter is considered and voted on. Frank Wilkie 07:53.582
You, Councillor Finzel. Brian Stockwell 07:58.000
Yes, I too wish to declare a declarable conflict of interest in regard to Leigh McCready as contained in my written notification which occurs on the screen. Amelia Lorentson 08:14.824
I'm happy to move that Council note the declarable conflict of interest by Councillor Stockwell and determine that it is in the public interest that Councillor Stockwell participates on this matter because Council believes that a reasonable person could not have a perception of bias because the ICEO review was an advisory service, not a statutory process. and Councillor Stock. Councillor Stockwell's queries at the time were in the public interest and neither he nor Miss McCready stood to personally gain or lose from that advice. Thank you. May we have a seconder for that please? Councillor Wegener, Frank Wilkie 08:47.295
Councillor Lorentson and Juris to speak for the motion? No. Any other councillors? Put it to the vote. All those in favour? Carried unanimously. Councillor Stockwell did not vote on the motion. Okay, we've got a motion to defer I believe. Yes. The applicant has stopped the current period? Brian Stockwell 09:19.040
Yes. The council note the report by the Development Assessment Manager of the Planning Environment Committee meeting dated the 11th of July 2023 regarding application MCU21/0110 for a development permit for a material change of use, Bar, Food and Drink Outlet, outdoor sports and recreation, resort complex at 61 Noosa Springs Drive, Noosa Heads. And note that the applicant has stopped the current period. Frank Wilkie 09:41.143
Thank you. We have a seconder for that policy. Seconder, Councillor Jurisevic. Just by way of explanation, this is an option available to any applicant. That they can ask council to cease the session of the application, which is what they've done formally. Therefore, we can't deal with the matter of tonight's meeting. Thank you, Councillor Stockwell. Any other councillors wish to speak to the motion? Put it to the vote, those in favour? It's carried unanimously. Could Councillor Stewart and Finzel be brought back Clare Stewart 10:28.560
We are up to item 5.2, MCU22/0120, Development Permit for Material Change of Use, Home-Based Business Mechanic, 39 Eucalypt Way, Cootharaba. This was deferred from the general committee for tonight's meeting to allow further discussion with the applicant regarding the provision of an acoustic report. And I believe we have Director Richard MacGillivray. Is this the first time I've said your surname, Richard? MacGillivray. MacGillivray, yeah, so can you give us an update please? Richard MacGillivray 10:59.501
Yes, absolutely. Thank you, through the Chair. So we've recently heard back from the applicant in relation to this matter and they've sought a deferral of the assessment of this application to provide further undertake some acoustic noise installation there and then come back to us hopefully with the ability to demonstrate compliance with the planning scheme. They've extended the decision-making period for a further month until the 17th of August 2023 and requested that Council agree to that request for extension of time. done so as well. and council So we're deferring that assessment to allow them further time to undertake that further work. Joe Jurisevic 11:41.809
On that basis, Madam Chair, I'll move that if Cathy can keep the motion on the board before me. Amelia Lorentson 11:48.349
Sorry, it keeps going to the end of the page. Joe Jurisevic 11:52.629
I've got a tick in my neck. Amelia Lorentson 11:54.997
No, I'm not going to do it. Joe Jurisevic 12:02.840
Councillor, note the report by the development planner to the Planning Environment Committee meeting dated the 11th of July, 2023, regarding application number MCU22/0120 for a development permit for a two-year change of use, home-based business mechanic, 39 Eucalypt Way, Cootharaba. And note the applicant has requested deferral of the decision until the 17th of August, 2023. Clare Stewart 12:27.969
Nothing further. Joe Jurisevic 12:29.509
I think it's self-explanatory. Clare Stewart 12:31.529
I just have a question. Thank you, Director. What has the applicant indicated they're likely to do within this month? And what will councillors' involvement be in terms of assessment of these noise mitigating measures? Richard MacGillivray 12:48.609
Thank you, councillor. Thank You councillor through the through the chair so at this stage they're seeking to undertake further acoustic and insulation measures on the noise emitting equipment their aim being to demonstrate that they can comply with the planning scheme codes regarding the noise limits for a home based business the acceptable outcomes in the planning scheme in the planning scheme for the home-based businesses that there's no noise five decibels above the background relating to the particular use and they would like to use this time to demonstrate that they can achieve that particular outcome. So we will be seeking that they will undertake those measures and discussions with them around how they can demonstrate compliance with that. We also have the ability to provide conditions regarding that so that they can demonstrate that they can meet that as well. So that's another option for us to consider whether it could be conditioned subject to undertaking that further work as well. Through the speaker yes that's the next ordinary meeting date so we'll undertake those steps with the applicant and understand what they are looking to put forward to address that and we will bring it to the next ordinary meeting if we're not able to resolve those issues before that date. Okay thank you. Thank you. Clare Stewart 14:32.161
Yes, Brian Stockwell 14:32.881
I wish to declare a conflict of interest as per my written notification regarding my role as President of the Noosa Lions Football Club as appears on the screen and I will choose to leave the meeting. Clare Stewart 14:42.903
Noosa Shire Council meeting. Amelia Lorentson 14:55.240
Okay, so apologies for the long description. I, Councillor Lorentson, informed the meeting that I have a declarable conflict of interest in this matter as my brother, Gabriel Cherosani, approximately three kilometres from Burgess Creek. Also until recently, my brother was on the executive of the Eastern Beaches Protection Association who have made submissions regarding issues with Burgess Creek, including raising a petition on the matter. Considering recent advice given to councillors by the Office of Independent Assessor, that is to exercise an abundance of caution, I believe it's prudent to declare a conflict of interest. It's important to know that I've taken myself off the CHAP and the Eastern Beaches foreshore plan because of my brother's involvement on the EPBA. An integrated catchment management plan for the Burgess Creek catchment is not part of the CHAP nor is it part of CHAP Solutions. It's part of a broader Noosa catchment What I've been requesting since June 2022 is an analysis and review of environmental monitoring and impacts for the Noosa sewage treatment plant releases into Burgess Creek and the catchment. Matters regarding water quality issues affecting Burgess Creek catchment and environmental impacts of wastewater treatment plant outflows into the Burgess Creek catchment. Burgess Creek catchment covers roughly 545 hectares. It drains from the It drains from the back of residential developments in Noosa Head, through bushland and community facilities near Eenie Creek Road, and then through a council managed bushland reserve and national park. It affects and impacts thousands and thousands of people in the Shire. The disposal of liquid waste into our waterways, including freshwater, oceans and rivers, creates social... Good morning Frank Wilkie 16:34.565
Madam Chair, this is relevant to the confidential declaration, could we just come to the link chase, the reasons for to the conflict of interest has been declared, these reasons here is time consuming and relevant to the conflict of interest matter. Can we go to debate whether Councillor Lorentson remains in the room or not please. Clare Stewart 16:55.207
Yes, Councillor Lorentson, is there anything... Take it as read. Is there anything directly that you need to say personally that isn't in this... I think I think you've justified your case enough for people to vote, but do you feel that there's anything there that's not directly relating to the motion? Just for purposes of consistency, we've always read our conflict of interest, so tonight's the first time that we've noted as read, so I'm a little bit perplexed, but I'm happy to take it as read. Thank you, Mr Walsh. Well, I'll move that Councillor Lorentson, that Councillor note the deferrable conflict of interest by Councillor Lorentson, and determine that Councillor Lorentson participates and votes in this matter, because Council believes that Councillor Lorentson can remain impartial in this matter, and that a reasonable person would trust that the final decision is made in the public interest, providing. necessary and vital input. One second, ma 'am. And, Councillor Lorentson, I think I really appreciate the detailed explanation. I think you have certainly outlined an argument and and I think it is very much in the public interest that you remain in the meeting room. As we get closer to elections, we are all heightened in regard to our conflicts of interest. We're all made well aware of them by other councillors, by other people in the community. So it is incredibly prudent that we put as much out we put as much out there as we can to explain our position. But I think that, certainly, your position is well explained, it is in the public interest, and you can make an impartial decision in the best interest of the community. Frank Wilkie 18:30.558
I'll speak this motion I think the important part of the declaration was in the first few paragraphs, where the councillor quite rightly outlined the link to the Eastern Villages Protection Association, who have made submissions about Villages Creek, and everything else below that. It actually serves to obscure the conflict of interest, rather than add information to it, and that's why I ask that we move to the vote on this, please. Clare Stewart 18:59.788
Would anyone else like to speak to this? Okay. We'll put to a vote. All in favour that Councillor Lorentson is stay in the room. That is unanimous, noting that Councillor Lorentson didn't vote, and Councillor Stockwell did not vote on the matter. We'll put this resolution to a vote as in 5.4. All in favour? Frank Wilkie 19:20.562
I'll move it. Clare Stewart 19:22.162
I'll second it. Does anyone speak to this? Integrated Water Quality and Monitoring Program, Burgess Creek. Would anyone like to speak to it? No? Okay. Councillor Wilkie, would you like to close? Frank Wilkie 19:35.601
No, thank you Clare Stewart 19:36.601
Mayor. Okay. All in favour? Carried unanimously. Thank you, and Larry. Larry Sengstock 20:16.040
Thank you, Councillor Clare Stewart 20:16.940
Stockwell. 5.5, Noosa Environment Strategy Year 3, 21-22. Implementation plan, annual updated. There was a procedural motion at the General Committee meeting for this matter to be deferred, and I do believe we have a number of conflicts of interest. Frank Wilkie 20:37.700
I've had a major Okay, I'll read it from my screen. I, Councillor Wilkie, inform the meeting I have a declarable conflict of interest in this matter as in early 2020 I received an electoral donation of $750 from Peregian resident Susan Francis. Susan Francis is the partner of Peregian resident Barry Cottrell. Mr Cottrell is the president of the Peregian Beach Community Association. The environment strategy update mentions the progress of the Eastern Beaches foreshore reserves management plan. The PBCA has provided feedback on the Eastern Beaches Foreshore Reserves Management Plan. The PBCA Plan. The Office of the Independent Assessor and Legal Advisers indicated the Eastern Beaches Foreshore Reserves Management Plan is not ordinary council business because it relates to a specific geographical area and that links to groups who have made submission to it ought to be declared. Although I nor the PBCA, which is a voluntary community group, stand to gain Group stand to gain personally or materially through noting this report I make this declaration out of an abundance of caution and commitment to transparency I believe I can make an impartial decision on the public interest in this matter I will respect the decision of the meeting of whether I can remain and participate in the decision. Clare Stewart 21:44.734
We would like to move the motion of this council. Here I'll move the council council note note the the declarable conflict of interest by Councillor Wilkie and determine that Councillor Wilkie participates and votes in this matter because council believes that Councillor Wilkie does not stand to gain personally all material history in noting this report and therefore reasonable personal trust that the final decision is made in the public interest. We have a number of we have a number that have come to me so we've got five actually councillors who have got a conflict of interest interest. we've We've looked at the Act. The Act allows us to still carry on as a quorum, but the quorum being less than 50%, but it just means that the two people that haven't got conflicts of interest, Councillor Jurisevic and yourself, are the two that can vote on everything. Everything. Larry Sengstock 22:40.724
Staying and as well as sitting. Clare Stewart 22:42.244
Well, I'll second that motion. Councillor Jurisevic, would you all in favour? Carried unanimously, noting that Councillor Lorentson, Finzel, Stockwell, Wilkie and Wegener did not vote. not vote. Councillor Stockwell. Brian Stockwell 22:55.620
I also wish to declare a conflict of interest on this matter as a result of my written notifications in regard to Ms Susan Francis, the Mayor of the Cashman Coordinating Committee and Noosa and District Landcare. I elect I elect to remain in the meeting room. Joe Jurisevic 23:10.797
I'll move that Council note the declarable conflict of interest by Council Stockwell and determine that Council Stockwell participates and votes on this matter because Council believes that Council not intend to gain personally or materially through noting this report. Therefore, a reasonable person would trust the final decision is made in the public interest. I'll second that. I'll put the matter to a vote. All in favour? Councillor Jurisevic and Stewart noting. Other councillors did Councillor Lorentson. Amelia Lorentson 23:39.654
I, Councillor Lorentson, inform the meeting that I have a declarable conflict of interest in this matter because my brother Gabriel Cherasani, who until recently was on the executive of the Eastern Beaches Protection Association, has made submissions to the Eastern Beaches foreshore management plan. The report references The report references the plan as part of the Noosa environment strategy. Although I have a declarable conflict of interest, I do not believe a reasonable person could have a perception of bias because I believe my brother nor I stand to receive a personal benefit or loss in relation to this matter. Therefore, I will choose to remain in the meeting room. However, I will respect the decision I of the meeting on will whether I can remain move that Council note the declarable conflict of interest by Councillor Lorentson and determine that Councillor Lorentson participates and votes on this matter because neither Councillor Lorentson nor her brother stand to receive a personal benefit or loss in relation to this matter. Therefore, a reasonable person would trust the final decision is is made in the public interest also noting that this is a report for noting. Clare Stewart 24:42.359
Do you want me to put that into the... Councillor Jurisevic Stewart noting all other councillors did not vote. Tom Wegener 24:57.980
In accordance with Chapter 5B of the Local Government Act of 2009, I, Councillor Wegener, inform the meeting that I have a prescribed conflict of interest in this matter as the report notes that a climate change response grant has been given to the community group Permaculture Noosa Inc. I am the president of Permaculture Noosa and it may be viewed that some benefit could be gained by the group or myself for participating in the discussion or voting on this report. However, this report only notes past grant recipients. Permaculture Noosa, nor myself, has to gain by my participation in the noting of this report. However, as I have a prescribed conflict of interest, I will now leave the meeting room while the matter is discussed and voted on. Clare Stewart 25:41.037
Thank you, Councillor Wegener. Councillor Finzel. Karen Finzel 25:48.780
In accordance with Chapter 5D of the Local Government Act 2009, I, Councillor Finzel, inform the meeting that I have a declarable conflict of interest in this matter, as during my 2020 Future Noosa election campaign, I received electoral donation of $1,666.66 from Mr Peter Barton, who sits on the Executive Committee of Peregian Beach Community Association. Beach Community Association. P-E-C-A. No, he doesn't. Oh, he doesn't? Sorry, that's from Beaches. Eastern Beaches. Sorry, the Eastern Beaches. Joe Jurisevic 26:26.596
Eastern Beaches. Protection Association. Karen Finzel 26:29.476
BPA, yeah. Yeah, and you'll have to change that down the line. Joe Jurisevic 26:37.340
E-P-V-A, not the P-C-V-A, yeah. The next line down, you've got the P-B-P-A. It's the E-B-P-A, yeah. The Environment Strategy Update mentions the progress of the Eastern Beaches Foreshore Reserves Management Plan. The E-B-P-A has provided feedback on the Eastern Beaches Foreshore Reserves Management Plan and the Office of the Independent... the Independent Assessor and Legal Advisers indicated the Eastern Beaches Foreshore Reserves Management Plan is not ordinary Council business because it relates to a specific geographical area and given links to groups who have made the submission to it or to be declared. I'd like to add on to that, for consistency in managing public perception, I will now leave the meeting room while the matter is discussed and voted on. Thank you, Councillor Finzel. Thank you. Councillor Jurisevic, would you like to move the council recommendation? I will. move the motion, the resolution before... I'll second. Frank Wilkie 27:46.959
For the vote, yes. Clare Stewart 27:49.059
Not for the conflicts of interest. I'd like to say something before we begin. Joe Jurisevic 27:57.559
I note... note, and I respect the elements of what's being put before us with regards to declaration of interests, but I'm going to put a personal view here. I think we're going to ridiculous lengths in making these declarations. The point being that this is a report for noting on the progress of a strategy going forward. The elements of confidence... of conflict of resolution... The elements of conflict with regard to the elements within this strategy were undertaken at the time that these elements were put into the strategy. I don't think we need to go through when the report's being noted on the progress of the strategy that all of those declarations need to be made again. That's my personal view and I just thought I'd hear that because I think we're going to extremes with regard to... Extremes with regard to the elements of declaration of conflicts of interest when a report is simply phenomenal. Larry Sengstock 28:53.273
As far as the report goes, I think the staff have done a tremendous job and the progress is going there. I look forward to the final report which will give us a far greater detail with regards to the levels of implementation that have been undertaken by staff. Clare Stewart 29:09.119
Thank you. I want to thank staff too. It's a great report. There's a lot of really solid, great work being done for our community and our environment. I concur with Councillor Jurisevic. The explanations and the conflicts of interest that are having to be declared seem extremely unnecessary. But prudence shows that we must, especially at this time in the term of council, we must be very cautious and always, when in doubt, step out and /or declare. So it is onerous and I want to thank all the councillors. This is stressful for all of us and the staff. And the staff for their patience in regard to this. But overridingly, and it shouldn't be overridden by these declarations, is the great work that this report is being done. And as Councillor Jurisevic said, it is just full noting. It is in its third year. So there is a tremendous amount of work being undertaken and we see and we see just this, that behind the scenes is hundreds of people exercising due diligence, caution and working in the best interests of our community every day. So I thank the staff for that too. I would just like to assure my fellow councillors that none of this would have been declared had there not been advice from the Office of an Independent Assessor In received by very a personal stringent terms. And advice sought from the governance team that it was wise to make these declarations under the current legislative framework that they're operating on. As one of the only councillors who's received adverse ruling, there's nothing going to stop me from making these declarations from now on. Out of an abundance of caution. There is nothing to be lost by declaring a link to an organisation in the small community that may have some involvement in a matter that is before us. We're all committed to transparency. This is all part of that. But that doesn't, as the Mayor said, and Joe, you said it as well, it doesn't detract from the great work the staff have staff have done for the environment strategy which is core business for this council. Looking after and maintaining the natural assets makes Noosa the place it is compared to other South East Queensland destinations. It's one of our key points of difference. Joe Jurisevic 31:41.435
I appreciate where you're coming from Frank, but I'll just express my personal view in relation to how over us and how almost meaningless this is. This is, this gives the, the, the, The level of minutiae we're getting down to, I think in a, in a report for noting when the declarations were made at the beginning of the, of the entire process is, in my, in my own opinion, a little, a little too far. Thank you. Clare Stewart 32:08.968
Thank you. We'll put the manager of vote board in favour. That is unanimous, noting that Councillor Wegener and Finzel did not vote. Thanks for that. Larry Sengstock 32:32.780
Welcome back thank you all right can I have a move and a second of the adoption of general committee recommendations all in favour carried unanimously Councillor Stockwell thank you ordinary meeting reports we actually have one direct report for the ordinary meeting which is 9.1 2023 LGAQ annual conference motions we have our acting CEO Larry Sengstock here to give us an update on this report thank you Larry thank you so this is the each year or annually we have the local government association of Queensland has their conference and they ask councils to put forward motions that to get the support of other councils and those motions are forward if unanimously accepted by the group at the meeting potentially carried forward by the LGAQ in terms of advocacy and further further work this time we have four motions that have been put forward and what I'd like to ask is that the councillors who are putting those motions forward to actually just read their motion in this in this meeting so that motions but not the not all the detail just the just the short motion are we comfortable with that? To allow that to occur we do need to move the motion first so I'll move that motion. Clare Stewart 33:58.167
Thank you councillor. Councillor Lorentson. Brian Stockwell 34:01.167
I'm happy to forego the- Oh thank you councillor. Clare Stewart 34:05.707
We'll change that up again. Amelia Lorentson 34:11.047
That council note the report by the chief executive officer to the ordinary meeting and approve the following submissions. A the LGAQ advocate to the State government of Queensland recommending that a submission made by Noosa council to the national gallery assembly at the Australian local government association conference in 2023 is developed and agreed to by the ELGA board for federal policy priority and implementation. The motion was The motion was carried unopposed by 357 councils across Australia. That's one of the motions. The other motion is that LGAQ advocate to the State government of Queensland to formulate a state policy on ocean sewage outfalls that aims at one, no new ocean and estuarine sewage outfalls to be built or developed along the Queensland coastline and two, dedicated funding to be provided to support local regional governments and wastewater providers with existing ocean and estuarine outfalls to develop new methods and technologies and make every effort to recycle treated wastewater generated within their localities and avoid the need to discharge in the ocean. Clare Stewart 35:29.643
Thank you, Councillor Lorentson. Frank Wilkie 35:31.928
Part C, that the LGAQ calls on the State government to respect the dwelling and population growth projections as advised and planned for by each southeast Queensland level government and provide adequate funding for infrastructure to match any increase in dwelling and population projections imposed by imposed by the State Government during the shaping South East Queensland review process. Karen Finzel 35:56.529
Thank you, Councillor Wilkie. Councillor Finzel. Thank you. The LGAQ calls upon the Queensland State and Federal Governments to allocate funding for a pilot program to enable the LGAQ to coordinate psychosocial risk reduction training. Clare Stewart 36:15.049
Thank Thank you, Councillor Finzel. If anyone wants to speak to this, will you close, Councillor Stockwell? I believe our CEO wants to speak. Larry Sengstock 36:22.626
Yeah, so I just wanted to make sure that people are watching, people in the gallery. These are just the motions. There is a whole lot of work that goes on behind those motions. So the councillors have put that together and are hopefully comfortable for those to go forward at the LGAQ Tom Wegener 36:43.323
I'd like to really show my appreciation to the councillors for putting together these motions. few yards there, and especially Councillor Finzel, who had by far the longest motion, has now become the shortest motion. Thank you, Councillor Finzel. I hope you enjoy your trip. Frank Wilkie 37:04.622
Thank you. Look, Joe Jurisevic 37:07.460
Yes, I'll just thank you to all the councillors for their extra diligence and their passion for bringing forward those motions. And for anybody watching online, the background for each of those motions and the explanations as to why they've they've been put forward in the document online with regard to this evening's agenda. So if you want to understand a bit more of the rhyme and the reasoning behind it, the written explanation is available. Frank Wilkie 37:39.693
Just a clarifying point Madam Mayor, my understanding is these motions will now go to the LGAQ, the LGAQ will now look at the motions and see whether they are the sort of motions they would like to put to the conference for a vote and then if they're passed by the conference, then they will Government advocate to on the State these issues I will. I take this as a real privilege. I think it's an opportunity and a privilege to to advocate to the State. I mean who does this? Clare Stewart 38:16.729
This is something I've never experienced before and shows that we can make a difference not just on a local level but on the State and federal level so I just want to just acknowledge knowledge my appreciation for having this opportunity there is as you said it's the CEO there's a huge amount of work behind what you see up on the screen so I want to thank all the councillors their hard work diligence and passion because many of these are passion projects as they are certainly with Councillor Lorentson and everyone else around this table but this this is this is, as you said, this is an opportunity to advocate at all levels of government and to all levels of government for our Shire and a lot of councils across Queensland face similar challenges and we will see in some of those motions that we may join forces with other councils who do face similar concerns. So we are very, I'm very hopeful I don't think we've ever had a motion that has has been gone down at a conference. So they've always been very supported. And with Councillor Lorentson this year at ALGA, 357 councils unopposed, which is a great testament to the strength of these motions, but also to the background and hard work that goes into them. So thank you to all the councillors who will be presenting these motions in Gladstone later on this year. Thank you, everyone. We have no confidential items. We have no submissions to public question time. The next ordinary meeting will be held at Council Related Noosa Council Meetings
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