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General Committee Meeting
Tuesday, 12 May 2026 @ 10:00AM - #951
Meeting Duration: 4 hours and 2 minutes
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Child Safeguarding Policy adopted, Qld Govt transfer of 1 School St Pomona for Men’s Shed advanced, Doonella Bridge and Changing Places contracts awarded, Standing Orders review.
Key Decisions & Discussions • Council adopted a Child Safeguarding Policy in response to Qld’s Child Safe Organisations Act 2024; CEO authorised to implement an org‑wide framework, expanded blue card coverage, and mandatory reporting pathways (Item 7.1; 12:47–21:36). • In‑principle agreement to accept Qld Govt transfer of 1 School St, Pomona (Lot 3 SP325683) as freehold held‑in‑trust at nil/low cost; CEO to negotiate terms; intent is secure long‑term tenure for Pomona Men’s Shed (Item 7.2; 24:29–35:50). • Commercial High Use Permits: 5‑year permits from 1 July 2026 awarded to named operators; policy updated to recognise “surf therapy” (Ability Surf) and repeal Feb 19, 2026 policy (Item 7.3; 37:19–43:11). • Joanne Morris appointed independent member of Audit & Risk Committee for 3 years from 29 May 2026 (Item 7.4; 44:38–48:15). • Capital Works Program Q3 noted: $50m budget (excl. DRFA), $20.8m actuals (42%) + $11.7m commitments (65% accumulative); 121 projects avg 73% progress; grant revenue $16.4m (Item 8.1; 48:51–51:22). • Operational Plan Q3 noted: 79% initiatives on track/complete; key achievements include LDMG Plan update, 121ha land purchase via levy, 25 affordable dwellings at 62–64 McDonald Dr approved; plumbing KPI dip due to resourcing (Item
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Key Decisions & Discussions • Council adopted a Child Safeguarding Policy in response to Qld’s Child Safe Organisations Act 2024; CEO authorised to implement an org‑wide framework, expanded blue card coverage, and mandatory reporting pathways (Item 7.1; 12:47–21:36). • In‑principle agreement to accept Qld Govt transfer of 1 School St, Pomona (Lot 3 SP325683) as freehold held‑in‑trust at nil/low cost; CEO to negotiate terms; intent is secure long‑term tenure for Pomona Men’s Shed (Item 7.2; 24:29–35:50). • Commercial High Use Permits: 5‑year permits from 1 July 2026 awarded to named operators; policy updated to recognise “surf therapy” (Ability Surf) and repeal Feb 19, 2026 policy (Item 7.3; 37:19–43:11). • Joanne Morris appointed independent member of Audit & Risk Committee for 3 years from 29 May 2026 (Item 7.4; 44:38–48:15). • Capital Works Program Q3 noted: $50m budget (excl. DRFA), $20.8m actuals (42%) + $11.7m commitments (65% accumulative); 121 projects avg 73% progress; grant revenue $16.4m (Item 8.1; 48:51–51:22). • Operational Plan Q3 noted: 79% initiatives on track/complete; key achievements include LDMG Plan update, 121ha land purchase via levy, 25 affordable dwellings at 62–64 McDonald Dr approved; plumbing KPI dip due to resourcing (Item 8.2; 01:06:12–01:16:38). • Planning decisions by delegation for March 2026 noted; 31 approvals/5 refusals; notable refusal at 66 Merinda St for bulk/scale/setbacks; STA superseded scheme request in rural zone refused (Item 8.3; 01:26:58–01:30:13). • Community engagement feedback consolidated to shape FY26/27 budget settings (core services, value, liveability, LTFP alignment) (Item 8.4; 01:30:48–01:36:43). • Confidential: Contract CN25203 Changing Places Facility, Gympie Tce awarded to Carfax Commercial Constructions for $1,180,885.35 ex GST; CEO delegated to administer (Item 9.1; 03:56:10–03:57:33). • Confidential: Doonella Bridge Renewal CN25107 awarded to Marine & Civil Maintenance for $7,417,905.81 ex GST; scope narrowed to capital remediation and southern approach stabilisation (Option B); CEO delegated (Item 9.2; 03:58:16–03:59:12). • Confidential: P&E Court appeals at 4 and 6 Arakoon Cres, Sunshine Beach to be settled on proposed conditions; 2 Bottlebrush Ave appeal referred to Ordinary Meeting (Items 9.3–9.5; 03:59:43–04:01:53). • Capital risk focus areas flagged: Sunshine Creek land stabilisation (funding timelines; design change for unsurveyed sewer) and Doonella Bridge traffic disruption comms (50‑year fitness objective) (50:59–55:51). Contentious / Transparency Matters • Standing Orders 31.1: Council suspended Standing Orders to debate prior ruling; legal advice suggests once a motion is lost it cannot continue; Chair questioned consistency with past LG practice; Standing Orders to be clarified and training considered (Items 4.3; 02:05–11:37). • Probity: CHUP tender overseen by independent probity advisor (Preston Law) with no issues; criteria included alignment to Destination Management Plan (Item 7.3; 37:44–43:11). • Budget engagement: Staff proposed using consolidated year‑round engagement data over bespoke budget surveys; councillors debated adding explicit budget‑engagement questions and potential citizens’ panel costs (~indicative: SCC example ~$200k) (Item 8.4; 01:36:43–01:50:58). • Operational KPIs: Noted significant improvement in on‑time customer request completion (to 75%) but plumbing approvals within statutory timeframes fell due to resourcing; CEO flagged capability plan underway (Item 8.2; 01:06:12–01:26:08). • Liveability/Survey validity: Geographic sub‑samples in some areas were small; next Community Satisfaction Survey sample to increase to achieve local validity where feasible (Item 8.4; 01:42:56–01:45:44). • Community input weighting: Emphasis on long‑term investment (environment, parks) vs “value for money” optics; discussion on rating/revenue settings review and equity for younger families (Item 8.4; 01:50:58–01:59:18). Legal / Risk • Child safety: Policy aligns with Qld Child Safe Organisations Act 2024; expands blue card expectations, mandatory reporting pathways, and site‑specific SOPs; councillor awareness/training to be tailored (Item 7.1; 12:47–21:36). • Land tenure: 1 School St Pomona taken as freehold held‑in‑trust – gives Council control but prevents disposal for development; low ongoing maintenance expected; letter of intent to enable grants pre‑transfer (Item 7.2; 26:43–30:51). • Procurement: CHUP and Doonella awards consistent with Local Government Regulation 2012; confidential session justified under s254J(3)(g) contracts and s254J(3)(e) legal advice (Items 9, 9.1–9.2; 02:05:24–03:59:12). • P&E Court: Two Sunshine Beach MCU (dwelling houses) appeals to settle on conditions; Noosa Heads mixed‑use appeal to Ordinary – maintains legal posture and privilege (Items 9.3–9.5; 03:59:43–04:01:53). • Capital delivery risks: Market price volatility addressed via rise‑and‑fall clauses, budget contingencies, and potential program curtailment plans; community disruption risk for Doonella to be actively managed (52:26–55:51). • Planning compliance: Delegated refusal of overscaled low‑density dwelling (bulk/setbacks, container design impacts) and refusal of rural STA superseded‑scheme request (Item 8.3; 01:28:54–01:30:13). Conflicts of Interest • Amelia Lorentson : Declarable conflict for CHUP tenders due to prior connections to an applicant; left and did not vote (Item 7.3; 36:16–37:05). • Jessica Phillips : Prescribed conflicts for Capital Program and Operational Plan noting reference to Cooroy Gymnastics Club (her employer); left and did not vote (Items 8.1–8.2; 57:57–01:03:19; 01:12:29–01:12:56). • Frank Wilkie : Prescribed conflict due to $5,000 donor (his mother) living adjoining Lorikeet Dr, an “Active Street” project referenced; left and did not vote (Item 8.1; 59:22–01:01:48). Sunshine Beach / Planning Scheme / Short‑Stay Letting • Sunshine Beach: Two MCU appeals (4 & 6 Arakoon Cres) to settle with conditions – signals Council preference to resolve dwelling‑house disputes pragmatically while protecting scheme intent (Items 9.4–9.5; 04:00:20–04:01:53). • Planning Scheme enforcement: Refusal of overscaled dwelling (low‑density zone) underscores adherence to site cover, setbacks, and amenity impacts (Item 8.3; 01:28:54–01:30:13). • Short‑term accommodation: Request to use secondary dwelling for STA in rural zone under superseded scheme refused; current‑scheme application now lodged – Council holding line on PPR and rural STA conflicts (Item 8.3; 01:26:58–01:30:13). Infrastructure & Capital Delivery Highlights • Doonella Bridge renewal award and narrowed scope prioritise asset longevity and cost control; traffic management/comms flagged as key risk (Item 9.2; 50:59–55:51; 03:58:16–03:59:12). • Changing Places facility contract advances inclusive infrastructure on Gympie Tce; lump‑sum award for cost certainty (Item 9.1; 03:56:10–03:57:33). • Q3 program: Noted progress at Cooroy Centre erosion controls, Hilton Esplanade living shorelines engagement, Kin Kin trails, reseals, and landfill projects procurement; grant timelines managed (Item 8.1; 01:04:11–01:05:21). Community Engagement & Governance Settings • Consolidated feedback (Liveability, Satisfaction, DMP, outreach) used to set budget parameters (core services, discipline, LTFP fit); debate on adding explicit budget‑engagement questions in future surveys (Item 8.4; 01:36:43–01:47:14). • Citizen panel options canvassed; cost and resourcing significant; panel best used across multiple projects if pursued (Item 8.4; 01:47:14–01:50:58). • Standing Orders review to codify motion‑handling post legal advice; training requested ahead of Chair transition in July (Item 4.3; 10:51–11:37).
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GENERAL COMMITTEE MEETING | 12 MAY 2026
General Committee Meeting Minutes
Tuesday, 12 May 2026
10:00am
Council Chambers, 9 Pelican Street, Tewantin
Committee: Crs Brian Stockwell (Chair), Karen Finzel, Amelia Lorentson, Jessica Phillips, Tom Wegener, Frank Wilkie, Nicola Wilson
“Noosa Shire – different by nature”
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MINUTES ORDER OF BUSINESS
1 DECLARATION OF OPENING The meeting was declared open at 10.01am.
2 ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF COUNTRY Noosa Council respectfully acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the lands and waters of the Noosa area, the Kabi Kabi people, and pays respect to their Elders, past, present and emerging.
3 ATTENDANCE & APOLOGIES
COMMITTEE MEMBERS Cr Brian Stockwell (Chair) Cr Karen Finzel Cr Amelia Lorentson Cr Jessica Phillips Cr Tom Wegener Cr Frank Wilkie Cr Nicola Wilson
EXECUTIVE Chief Executive Officer Larry Sengstock Director Community Services Kerri Contini Acting Director Corporate Services Margaret Gatt Director Development & Regulation Richard MacGillivray Director Infrastructure Services Shaun Walsh
APOLOGIES Nil.
4 CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES
4.1 SERVICES & ORGANISATION COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES DATED 7 APRIL 2026 Committee Resolution Moved: Cr Karen Finzel Seconded: Cr Nicola Wilson That the Minutes of the Services & Organisation Committee Meeting held on 7 April 2026 be received and confirmed. Carried. For: Cr Brian Stockwell, Cr Karen Finzel, Cr Amelia Lorentson, Cr Jessica Phillips, Cr Tom Wegener, Cr Frank Wilkie, Cr Nicola Wilson Against: None
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4.2 PLANNING & ENVIRONMENT COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES DATED 7 APRIL 2026 Committee Resolution Moved: Cr Amelia Lorentson Seconded: Cr Jessica Phillips The Minutes of the Planning & Environment Committee Meeting held on 7 April 2026 be received and confirmed. Carried. For: Cr Brian Stockwell, Cr Karen Finzel, Cr Amelia Lorentson, Cr Jessica Phillips, Cr Tom Wegener, Cr Frank Wilkie, Cr Nicola Wilson Against: None
4.3 GENERAL COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES DATED 13 APRIL 2026 Procedural Motion Moved: Cr Amelia Lorentson Seconded: Cr Jessica Phillips That the operation of the Standing Orders or any relevant provision thereof be suspended to allow Council to discuss a procedural matter arising from the previous General Committee Meeting regarding the application of Standing Orders Item 31.1. Carried. For: Cr Brian Stockwell, Cr Karen Finzel, Cr Amelia Lorentson, Cr Jessica Phillips, Cr Frank Wilkie, Cr Nicola Wilson Against: Cr Tom Wegener
Procedural Motion Moved: Cr Frank Wilkie Seconded: Cr Karen Finzel That Standing Orders be resumed. Carried. For: Cr Brian Stockwell, Cr Karen Finzel, Cr Amelia Lorentson, Cr Jessica Phillips, Cr Tom Wegener, Cr Frank Wilkie, Cr Nicola Wilson Against: None
Committee Resolution Moved: Cr Frank Wilkie Seconded: Cr Nicola Wilson That the Minutes of the General Committee Meeting held on 13 April 2026 be received and confirmed. Carried.
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For: Cr Brian Stockwell, Cr Karen Finzel, Cr Amelia Lorentson, Cr Jessica Phillips, Cr Tom Wegener, Cr Frank Wilkie, Cr Nicola Wilson Against: None
5. PRESENTATIONS Nil.
6. DEPUTATIONS Nil.
7 REPORTS DIRECT TO GENERAL COMMITTEE - FOR CONSIDERATION
7.1 CHILD SAFEGUARDING POLICY Committee Recommendation Moved: Cr Jessica Phillips Seconded: Cr Karen Finzel That Council A. Note the report by the Inclusion Coach to the Ordinary Meeting dated 12 May 2026 regarding the Child Safeguarding Policy; B. Adopt the Child Safeguarding Policy provided at Attachment 1; and C. Authorise the CEO to take the necessary steps to implement the Policy and associated framework.
Carried. For: Cr Brian Stockwell, Cr Karen Finzel, Cr Amelia Lorentson, Cr Jessica Phillips, Cr Tom Wegener, Cr Frank Wilkie, Cr Nicola Wilson Against: None
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7.2 1 SCHOOL STREET, POMONA - PROPOSED TRANSFER OF TENURE Committee Recommendation Moved: Cr Karen Finzel Seconded: Cr Frank Wilkie That Council A. Note the report by the Director Community Services to the General Committee dated 12 May 2026 regarding the proposed transfer of 1 School Street, Pomona to Noosa Council; B. Endorse, in principle, Option 2 and agree in principle to the transfer of 1 School Street, Pomona (Lot 3 on SP325683) from the Queensland Government to Council under a freehold held-in-trust arrangement at nil or low-cost; and C. Authorise the Chief Executive Officer to negotiate the transfer agreement and execute such agreement provided any requirements are reasonable.
Carried. For: Cr Brian Stockwell, Cr Karen Finzel, Cr Amelia Lorentson, Cr Jessica Phillips, Cr Tom Wegener, Cr Frank Wilkie, Cr Nicola Wilson Against: None
7.3 COMMERCIAL HIGH USE PERMITS - TENDER ASSESSMENT (N25153) AND CONSEQUENTIAL POLICY AMENDMENT
Cr Amelia Lorentson 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 Amelia Lorentson inform the meeting that I have a declarable conflict of interest for Item 7.3 - COMMERCIAL HIGH USE PERMITS - TENDER ASSESSMENT (N25153) AND CONSEQUENTIAL POLICY AMENDMENT on this agenda as my children have previously worked (over 12 months ago) for Dean Brady who is an applicant in the Upcoming Commercial High Use Tender Process and my children are also members of Noosa Board Riders Assoc/Club where they are coached by Dean Brady. As a result of my conflict of interest, and in exercising an abundance of caution, I will now leave the meeting room while the matter is considered and voted on."
Cr Amelia Lorentson left the meeting.
Committee Recommendation Moved: Cr Karen Finzel Seconded: Cr Tom Wegener That Council A. Note the report by the Property Advisor to the General Committee dated 12 May 2026 regarding the Commercial High Use Permits tender assessment and consequential policy amendment;
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B. Authorise the CEO to Issue five-year Commercial High Use permits commencing 1 July 2026 to the following recommended permittees: Activity Recommended Permittees Learn to Surf Noosa Main Beach Surf Skills Pty Ltd t/as Noosa Learn to (West) 1 Surf (No change) Learn to Surf Noosa Main Beach Go Ride A Wave Pty Ltd t/as Noosa (West) 2 Surf Lessons and Go Ride A Wave (No change) Beach Equipment Hire – Main Borain Investments Pty Ltd t/as Emu Beach Holiday Hire (New permittee) Beach Equipment Hire – Rock Go Ride A Wave Pty Ltd t/as Noosa Wall (Middle Groyne) Surf Lessons and Go Ride A Wave Pty Ltd (No change) Snacks and Drinks Refreshment Rainer Geitl t/as Noosa Frenzy Ice Van – First Point Cream (No change) Snacks and Drinks Refreshment Maria Kaligianis t/as Oz Whip Van - Noosa Spit Gelati Co (New permittee) Surf Therapy – Noosa Main Beach Ability Surf Pty Ltd (New permittee) (West - between rockwalls) C. Adopt the updated Commercial Use of Community Land Policy provided at Attachment 9 to the report and repeal the previous Commercial Use of Community Land Policy which was adopted by Council on 19 February 2026.
Carried. For: Cr Brian Stockwell, Cr Karen Finzel, Cr Jessica Phillips, Cr Tom Wegener, Cr Frank Wilkie, Cr Nicola Wilson Against: None Cr Lorentson, having declared a conflict of interest, was ineligible to vote.
Cr Amelia Lorentson returned to the meeting.
7.4 AUDIT AND RISK COMMITTEE MEMBERSHIP Committee Recommendation Moved: Cr Nicola Wilson Seconded: Cr Frank Wilkie That Council A. Note the report by the Executive Officer to the General Committee Meeting of 12 May 2026 in relation to the membership of Council's Audit and Risk Committee; and B. Appoint Joanne Morris as an independent member to the Audit and Risk Committee for an initial term of three years, commencing on 29 May 2026 and concluding on 28 May 2029.
Carried. For: Cr Brian Stockwell, Cr Karen Finzel, Cr Amelia Lorentson, Cr Jessica Phillips, Cr Tom Wegener, Cr Frank Wilkie, Cr Nicola Wilson Against: None
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8. REPORTS DIRECT TO GENERAL COMMITTEE - FOR NOTING
8.1 CAPITAL PROGRAM 2025-2026 DELIVERY STATUS REPORT
Cr Jessica Phillips In accordance with Chapter 5B of the Local Government Act 2009, Cr Phillips provided the following declaration to the meeting of a prescribed conflict of interest in this matter: "I, Cr Phillips, inform the meeting that I have a prescribed conflict of interest in this matter as I am the General Manager of Cooroy Gymnastics Club who are mentioned in this report. As a result of my conflict of interest, I will now leave the meeting room while the matter is considered and voted on."
Cr Jessica Phillips left the meeting.
Cr Frank Wilkie In accordance with Chapter 5B of the Local Government Act 2009, Cr Wilkie provided the following declaration to the meeting of a prescribed conflict of interest in this matter: "I, Cr Wilkie, inform the meeting that I have a prescribed conflict of interest in this matter as my mother, who donated $5000 to my election campaign, lives in a street adjoining Lorikeet Drive which is the subject of the Active Street project which is mentioned in this report for noting. As a result of my conflict of interest, I will now leave the meeting room while the matter is considered and voted on."
Cr Frank Wilkie left the meeting.
Committee Recommendation Moved: Cr Amelia Lorentson Seconded: Cr Karen Finzel That Council note the report by the Project Controls Officer to the General Committee Meeting dated 12 May 2026, providing an update on the 2025/26 Capital Works Program as at 31 March 2026. Carried. For: Cr Brian Stockwell, Cr Karen Finzel, Cr Amelia Lorentson, Cr Tom Wegener, Cr Nicola Wilson Against: None Crs Phillips and Wilkie having declared conflicts of interest, were ineligible to vote.
Cr Jessica Phillips and Cr Frank Wilkie returned to the meeting.
8.2 OPERATIONAL PLAN 2025-2026 Q3 QUARTERLY REPORTING
Cr Jessica Phillips In accordance with Chapter 5B of the Local Government Act 2009, Cr Phillips provided the following declaration to the meeting of a prescribed conflict of interest in this matter: "I, Cr Phillips, inform the meeting that I have a prescribed conflict of interest in this matter as I am the General Manager of Cooroy Gymnastics Club who are mentioned in this report. As a result of my conflict of interest, I will now leave the meeting room while the matter is considered and voted on." Cr Jessica Phillips left the meeting.
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Committee Recommendation Moved: Cr Tom Wegener Seconded: Cr Amelia Lorentson That Council A. Note the report by the Executive Officer to the General Committee dated 12 May 2026 regarding the Quarter 3 Operational Plan 2025-2026 progress update; B. Note the progress report for Quarter 3 (FY25/26) of the Operational Plan 20252026 provided as Attachment 1; and C. Note the status of Council's Operational Key Performance Measures for Quarter 3 (FY25/26) provided as Attachment 2.
Carried. For: Cr Brian Stockwell, Cr Karen Finzel, Cr Amelia Lorentson, Cr Tom Wegener, Cr Frank Wilkie, Cr Nicola Wilson Against: None Cr Phillips, having declared a conflict of interest, was ineligible to vote.
Cr Jessica Phillips returned to the meeting.
8.3 PLANNING APPLICATIONS DECIDED BY DELEGATED AUTHORITY – MARCH 2026 Committee Recommendation Moved: Cr Nicola Wilson Seconded: Cr Karen Finzel That Council note the report by the Development Assessment Manager to the General Committee Meeting dated 12 May 2026 regarding applications that have been decided by delegated authority for March 2026 as provided at Attachment 1 to the Report. Carried. For: Cr Brian Stockwell, Cr Karen Finzel, Cr Amelia Lorentson, Cr Jessica Phillips, Cr Tom Wegener, Cr Frank Wilkie, Cr Nicola Wilson Against: None
8.4 CONSOLIDATED COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT PROGRAM FEEDBACK 2025-2026 Committee Recommendation Moved: Cr Frank Wilkie Seconded: Cr Amelia Lorentson That Council note the report by the Acting Director Corporate Services to the General Committee dated 12 May 2026 regarding the Consolidated Community Engagement Project Outcomes for 2025-2026. Carried.
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For: Cr Brian Stockwell, Cr Karen Finzel, Cr Amelia Lorentson, Cr Jessica Phillips, Cr Tom Wegener, Cr Frank Wilkie, Cr Nicola Wilson Against: None
9 CLOSED SESSION
Committee Resolution Moved: Cr Brian Stockwell Seconded: Cr Amelia Lorentson That the meeting be closed to the public immediately after the adjournment at 12.35pm: A. Pursuant to section 254J(3)(g) of the Local Government Regulation 2012 for the purpose of discussing contracts proposed to be made by Council and in particular, the potential commercial negotiations in relation to that contract for: Item 9.1 - CONTRACT AWARD REPORT - CONTRACT NO. CN25203 - CONSTRUCTION OF CHANGING PLACES FACILITY - GYMPIE TERRACE; Item 9.2 - CONTRACT AWARD REPORT - CN25107 DOONELLA BRIDGE RENEWAL; B. Pursuant to section 254J(3)(e) of the Local Government Regulation 2012 for the purpose of discussing legal advice relating to an appeal in the Planning & Environment Court so that Council’s legal position is protected in relation to Item 9.3 - PLANNING & ENVIRONMENT COURT APPEAL 2611 OF 2024 - APPLICATION FOR A MATERIAL CHANGE OF USE FOR MULTIPLE DWELLINGS (4 X SMALL DWELLINGS) AND FOOD AND DRINK OUTLETS (2 X TENANCIES) AND OFFICE AT 2 BOTTLEBRUSH AVENUE, NOOSA HEADS Item 9.4 - PLANNING & ENVIRONMENT COURT APPEAL 2697 of 2025 - APPLICATION FOR A MATERIAL CHANGE OF USE FOR A DWELLING HOUSE 4 ARAKOON CRES, SUNSHINE BEACH Item 9.5 - PLANNING & ENVIRONMENT COURT APPEAL 2698 of 2025 - APPLICATION FOR A MATERIAL CHANGE OF USE FOR DWELLING HOUSE AT 6 ARAKOON CRES, SUNSHINE BEACH
Carried. For: Cr Brian Stockwell, Cr Karen Finzel, Cr Amelia Lorentson, Cr Jessica Phillips, Cr Tom Wegener, Cr Frank Wilkie, Cr Nicola Wilson Against: None
The meeting adjourned at 12.05pm. The meeting resumed 12.35pm.
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Committee Resolution Moved: Cr Frank Wilkie Seconded: Cr Nicola Wilson That the meeting be re-opened to the public. Carried. For: Cr Brian Stockwell, Cr Karen Finzel, Cr Amelia Lorentson, Cr Jessica Phillips, Cr Tom Wegener, Cr Frank Wilkie, Cr Nicola Wilson Against: None
9.1 CONTRACT AWARD REPORT - CONTRACT NO. CN25203 - CONSTRUCTION OF CHANGING PLACES FACILITY - GYMPIE TERRACE Committee Recommendation Moved: Cr Frank Wilkie Seconded: Cr Amelia Lorentson That Council A. Note the report by the Principal Project Manager to the General Committee dated 12 May 2026 regarding the construction of the Changing Places Facility at Gympie Tce; B. Award Contract CN25203 for the Construction of Changing Places Facility – Gympie Terrace to Carfax Commercial Constructions Pty Ltd under lump sum contract for an estimated total contract value of $1,180,885.35 (GST Excl) as follows: 1. The Lump Sum amount of $1,153,885.35; 2. A provisional Item sum amount of $27,000; and C. Delegate authority to the Chief Executive Officer to negotiate, finalise, execute and do all the things necessary to administer and vary the contract on behalf of Council.
Carried. For: Cr Brian Stockwell, Cr Karen Finzel, Cr Amelia Lorentson, Cr Jessica Phillips, Cr Tom Wegener, Cr Frank Wilkie, Cr Nicola Wilson Against: None
9.2 CONTRACT AWARD REPORT - CN25107 DOONELLA BRIDGE RENEWAL Committee Recommendation Moved: Cr Nicola Wilson Seconded: Cr Karen Finzel That Council A. Note the report by the Project Officer to the General Committee Meeting dated 12 May 2026; and
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B. Award Contract No. CN25107 for the Doonella Bridge Renewal to Marine & Civil Maintenance Pty Ltd for the lump sum price of $7,417,905.81 (excl. GST); C. Delegate to the Chief Executive Officer the power to negotiate, finalise, execute, and do all things necessary to administer the contract on behalf of Council; and D. Approve the revised project scope to only undertake capital remediation works to the existing bridge structure and road approach upgrade works, including the stabilisation of the Southern Approach (Option B).
Carried. For: Cr Brian Stockwell, Cr Karen Finzel, Cr Amelia Lorentson, Cr Jessica Phillips, Cr Tom Wegener, Cr Frank Wilkie, Cr Nicola Wilson Against: None
9.3 PLANNING & ENVIRONMENT COURT APPEAL 2611 OF 2024 - APPLICATION FOR A MATERIAL CHANGE OF USE FOR MULTIPLE DWELLINGS (4 X SMALL DWELLINGS) AND FOOD AND DRINK OUTLETS (2 X TENANCIES) AND OFFICE AT 2 BOTTLEBRUSH AVENUE, NOOSA HEADS Committee Recommendation Moved: Cr Amelia Lorentson Seconded: Cr Jessica Phillips That General Committee Agenda Item 9.3 be referred to the Ordinary Meeting for further consideration. Carried. For: Cr Brian Stockwell, Cr Karen Finzel, Cr Amelia Lorentson, Cr Jessica Phillips, Cr Tom Wegener, Cr Frank Wilkie, Cr Nicola Wilson Against: None
9.4 PLANNING & ENVIRONMENT COURT APPEAL 2697 of 2025 - APPLICATION FOR A MATERIAL CHANGE OF USE FOR A DWELLING HOUSE 4 ARAKOON CRES, SUNSHINE BEACH Committee Recommendation Moved: Cr Jessica Phillips Seconded: Cr Nicola Wilson
That Council A. Note the report by the Manager Development Assessment to the General Committee Meeting dated 12 May 2026 regarding Planning & Environment Court Appeal 2697 of 2025 (4 Arakoon Cres Sunshine Beach); and B. Agree to settle the appeal generally in accordance with the proposed conditions outlined in Attachment 1.
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Carried. For: Cr Brian Stockwell, Cr Karen Finzel, Cr Amelia Lorentson, Cr Jessica Phillips, Cr Tom Wegener, Cr Frank Wilkie, Cr Nicola Wilson Against: None
9.5 PLANNING & ENVIRONMENT COURT APPEAL 2698 of 2025 - APPLICATION FOR A MATERIAL CHANGE OF USE FOR DWELLING HOUSE AT 6 ARAKOON CRES, SUNSHINE BEACH Committee Recommendation Moved: Cr Frank Wilkie Seconded: Cr Brian Stockwell
That Council A. Note the report by the Manager Development Assessment to the General Committee Meeting dated 12 May 2026 regarding Planning & Environment Court Appeal 2698 of 2025 (6 Arakoon Cres Sunshine Beach); and B. Agree to settle the appeal generally in accordance with the proposed conditions outlined in Attachment 1.
Carried. For: Cr Brian Stockwell, Cr Karen Finzel, Cr Amelia Lorentson, Cr Jessica Phillips, Cr Tom Wegener, Cr Frank Wilkie, Cr Nicola Wilson Against: None
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