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Ordinary Meeting

Thursday, 16 April 2026 @ 10:00AM - #961
Meeting Duration: 2 hours and 52 minutes

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Burgess Creek erosion actions and responsibilities clarified, Tourism Noosa funding with stronger KPIs and annual reporting, Finances favourable, governance tightened, Organics grant and landfill capping progressed.

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0:000:280:571:261:552:232:52 Frank Wilkie (Chair)Frank Wilkie (Chair)Amelia LorentsonAmelia LorentsonJessica PhillipsJessica PhillipsFrancis MurrayFrancis MurrayKim RawlingsKim RawlingsBrian StockwellBrian StockwellMargaret GattMargaret GattZach Morton-AdairZach Morton-AdairLarry SengstockLarry SengstockNicola WilsonNicola WilsonKaren FinzelKaren FinzelTom WegenerTom WegenerShaun WalshShaun WalshPat SpicerPat Spicer

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Key Decisions & Discussions
• Frank Wilkie: Petition from Cooran residents (105 signatories) to add basketball/handball markings and a hoop to existing netball courts was received and referred to CEO (Item 5.1) (00:30–02:10).
• Shaun Walsh: Beach Access 55 raised boardwalk request declined for now; asset rated Medium priority with fair condition; budget focuses on Urgent/High renewals ($240k pa program) (Item 8.1) (16:50–18:25).
• Kim Rawlings: 62 Lake Macdonald Dr investigations to date cost ~$375k with $178k offset by Federal Housing Support Program (Item 8.2) (21:00–21:52).
• Council: Burgess Creek motion adopted directing CEO to seek Unitywater meeting for short‑term erosion measures; note the ongoing Integrated Catchment Plan; and provide a response to councillors after stakeholder meetings (amended C) (Item 10.1) (01:11:19–01:18:10).
• Planning DA summary: February 2026 delegated decisions noted (Item 11.1.1) (01:22:36–01:23:10).
• Lease: Noosa Aquatic Centre Café renewal to Poolside NAC for 2 years at $59k/$62k + three 1‑year CPI options; tender exception under s236(1)(c)(iii) LGR 2012 (Item 11.2.1) (01:24:27–01:25:20).
• Waste/Contracts: Turf mowing contract CN25082 awarded to APG Group Pty Ltd; CEO delegated to extend (Item 11.2.2).
• Waste Strategy: Compost Facility: endorse City Deal Organics Processing Grant application; approve up to $9m co‑contribution, only if external grant secured and future D&C approved; CEO authorised to execute grant docs (Item 11.2.3).
• Landfill: Approve Option 3 Engineered Capping Technology for North/Eastern batter capping; proceed to design/procurement (Item 11.2.4).
• Tourism Noosa: Do not adopt current Deed; refine Schedule 1 KPIs; appoint Cr Wilson to working group; return revised Deed + KPIs by June; annually publish KPI/DMP outcomes and costs via dashboard to inform budgets (Item 11.3.2) (01:30:12–02:18:10).
• Capital Works: NAC 50m pool filtration upgrade CN26032 awarded to CMP Corp Pty Ltd for $1,210,780.40 ex GST (Item 11.3.3).
• Community Sport: Cooroy Gymnasium Upgrade CN25048 awarded to Murphy Builders QLD Pty Ltd (D&C) for ~$3.69m ex GST (Item 11.3.4).
• Finance: March YTD performance noted; operating position favourable; capex delivered $28.5m (35% of program); cash ~$159m; rates arrears down to 9.7% after collection (Item 12.1) (02:28:35–02:52:23).
Contentious / Transparency Matters
• Amelia Lorentson: Advocated immediate dune protections at Burgess Creek (e.g., sandbags/realignments) pending long‑term plan; questioned sole burden on ratepayers vs Unitywater cost‑share (Item 10.1) (40:26–47:00).
• Brian Stockwell: Tabled time‑lapse and aerial analysis disputing wastewater linkage; attributed mouth dynamics to wave climate (El Niño/La Niña), and flagged unmanaged pedestrian tracks as key degradation driver (Attachment 2; 47:09–51:40).
• Process load: Original requirement for a CEO report on Burgess Creek replaced by a lighter “response to councillors,” after debate on duplication with forthcoming Catchment Plan briefing (Amendment carried) (01:11:19–01:17:09).
• Tourism Noosa funding: Legal advice confirmed Council is committed to 3 years of base funding (~$2m p.a. + CPI) from Dec 2025 resolution; Councillors insisted on stronger KPIs and public reporting to assure value for money (Item 11.3.2) (01:27:50–01:31:40).
• Financials scrutiny: Detailed Q&A on asset write‑offs, capex delivery, arrears management, and intergenerational equity signalled tighter governance of renewal timing, debt posture, and public communication (Item 12.1) (02:36:56–02:51:53).
Legal / Risk
• Burgess Creek COIs: Council applied s150ES LGA 2009 to allow participation of Crs Lorentson and Stockwell after declaring declarable conflicts; votes recorded and exclusions from voting applied per minutes (Item 10.1) (32:54–40:18).
• Regulatory clarity: CEO noted Council land management above HWM; state has regulatory role below HWM; Unitywater a stakeholder, not regulator; mitigates misattribution of legal responsibility (01:04:48–01:06:10).
• Procurement exception: NAC Café lease renewal lawfully used LGR 2012 s236(1)(c)(iii) tender exemption to renew with existing tenant, reducing probity risk (Item 11.2.1).
• Tourism Deed: Legal advice affirms funding commitment; KPIs/Deed terms can be refined; annual public KPI reporting adopted to mitigate transparency/administrative law risks (Item 11.3.2) (01:27:50–02:18:10).
• Finance risk posture: Officers flagged monitoring of geopolitical inflation shocks, contractor variability, and arrears recovery activation; debt policy’s low‑debt bias balanced against renewal deferral risks (Item 12.1) (02:47:55–02:51:09).
Conflicts of Interest
• Amelia Lorentson: Declarable COI on Burgess Creek (residence proximity and brother’s residence); Council permitted participation under s150ES; not eligible to vote on the permission motion (Item 10.1) (32:54–35:18).
• Brian Stockwell: Declarable COI as President, Noosa Lions FC (upper catchment facility); Council permitted participation under s150ES (Item 10.1) (38:16–40:09).
• Amelia Lorentson: Prescribed COI on NAC Café lease (engaged with applicant during live procurement); left room and did not vote (Item 11.2.1) (01:23:29–01:25:20).
• Jessica Phillips: Prescribed COI on Cooroy Gymnasium upgrade (paid role at club); left room and did not vote (Item 11.3.4) (02:27:31–02:28:23).
Environmental Concerns: Burgess Creek and Coastal Dunes
• Brian Stockwell: Historic imagery (1958–2004) shows long‑term stability of treeline N of creek and natural mouth variability; USC research advises against hard structures and notes flow relevance mainly mid/post‑realignment (Attachment 2; 47:09–51:40).
• Kim Rawlings: USC/UQ studies indicate wave climate (ENSO cycles) is primary driver; current phase may allow dune accretion; grant applications to restore dunes unsuccessful to date (54:25–55:29).
• Council Ops: Mechanical realignments occur since 2011 (~$5k–$10k per event) when access is compromised; integrated plan to set trigger‑based management (47:50–51:40; 58:23–01:00:25).
• Resolution: CEO to engage Unitywater and stakeholders for short‑term measures and cost‑sharing discussion; councillors to receive meeting outcomes (Item 10.1) (01:11:19–01:18:10).
Tourism Noosa Funding, KPIs, and Public Reporting
• Larry Sengstock: Legal advice confirms commitment to 3‑year base funding (~$2m p.a. + CPI) from Dec 2025, while Deed KPIs/terms remain negotiable (01:28:55–01:29:42).
• Nicola Wilson: Motion reframes focus on measurable, performance‑driven KPIs aligned to DMP; appointed to KPI working group; revised Deed + KPIs due by June (Item 11.3.2) (01:30:12–01:31:37; 01:51:04–01:52:18).
• Jessica Phillips: Amendment mandates annual public reporting of TN KPIs and broader DMP outcomes, with costs, via dashboard to inform budget (carried unanimously) (02:14:57–02:18:01).
• Scope clarity: TN to align its strategy/marketing plans to the DMP; Council to develop its own KPIs via the DMP Monitoring & Evaluation Framework (01:48:58–01:50:33).
Cooran Economic Viability and Place Activation
• Francis Murray: Highlighted “unfinished” main street upgrades; infrastructure gaps (unsealed frontages, no footpaths/parking/stormwater) impeding safety, outdoor dining, viability; called for integrated Council strategy (02:21–15:23).
• Council: Encouraged engagement with Infrastructure Director during adjournment; petition on multi‑use court upgrades referred to CEO (Item 5.1) (15:29–16:10; 00:30–02:10).
Waste, Landfill and Organics Projects
• Council: Progressing Compost Facility under ECI; applying for Organics Processing Grant with up to $9m co‑contribution contingent on grant success and future D&C approval (Item 11.2.3).
• Council: Adopted Engineered Capping Technology for landfill batters; CEO to advance design/procurement (Item 11.2.4).
Financial Performance and Governance
• Margaret Gatt: YTD operating favourable; grants uplift from disaster recovery; waste business positive variance; arrears fell from 12.8% to 9.7% in March (Item 12.1) (02:28:35–02:36:56).
• Officers: Explained $4.6m asset write‑offs as accounting for assets at end of useful life and WIP clean‑ups for abandoned/superseded early‑stage costs; no underlying position risk (02:36:56–02:41:10).
• Debt/Equity: Intergenerational equity addressed via LTFP, depreciation funding, reserves and selective debt; warned that excessive debt‑aversion can increase renewal deferral risk vs well‑managed borrowing (02:41:10–02:47:55).
• Risk Monitoring: Steering committee tracking inflation/geopolitical shocks and contractor volatility; arrears recovery to commence with external agency plus hardship/payment plan comms (02:47:55–02:51:09).
Official Meeting MinutesRead minutes ↗
MINUTES

Ordinary Meeting

Thursday, 16 April 2026

10:00 AM
Council Chambers, 9 Pelican Street, Tewantin

Crs Frank Wilkie (Chair), Karen Finzel, Amelia Lorentson, Jessica Phillips, Brian Stockwell, Tom Wegener, Nicola Wilson

“Noosa Shire – different by nature”
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1 DECLARATION OF OPENING
The meeting was declared open at 10.00am.

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
COUNCILLORS
Cr Frank Wilkie (Chair)
Cr Karen Finzel
Cr Jessica Phillips
Cr Amelia Lorentson
Cr Brian Stockwell
Cr Tom Wegener
Cr Nicola Wilson

EXECUTIVE
Chief Executive Officer Larry Sengstock
Director Community Services Kerri Contini
Acting Director Corporate Services Margaret Gatt
Director Strategy and Environment Kim Rawlings
Director Infrastructure Services Shaun Walsh
Acting Director Development & Regulation Patrick Murphy

APOLOGIES
Nil.

4 CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES

4.1 ORDINARY MEETING MINUTES 19 MARCH 2026
Council Resolution
Moved: Cr Amelia Lorentson
Seconded: Cr Jessica Phillips
That the Minutes of the Ordinary Meeting held on 19 March 2026 be received and confirmed.
Carried.
For: Cr Frank Wilkie, Cr Karen Finzel, Cr Jessica Phillips, Cr Amelia Lorentson, Cr Brian Stockwell, Cr Tom Wegener, Cr Nicola Wilson Against: None
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5 PETITIONS

5.1 PETITION: ADDITIONS TO SPORTING AREA IN COORAN

Refer to Attachment 1 to the Ordinary Meeting Minutes dated 16 April 2026 - Petition Additions to Sporting Area in Cooran

Council Resolution
Moved: Cr Frank Wilkie
Seconded: Cr Karen Finzel
That the petition with 105 signatories submitted by Sean Demicoli, requesting that Council build a basketball hoop, basketball play lines and handball court lines on the existing (netball) surface in Cooran Village be received and referred to the Chief Executive Officer to determine appropriate action.
Carried.
For: Cr Frank Wilkie, Cr Karen Finzel, Cr Jessica Phillips, Cr Amelia Lorentson, Cr Brian Stockwell, Cr Tom Wegener, Cr Nicola Wilson Against: None

6. PRESENTATIONS
Nil.

7. DEPUTATIONS

7.1 DEPUTATION APPLICANT: COORAN ACTION COLLECTIVE (ELYSE PATTEN, FRANCIS
MURRAY, JOHN TYNAN)
TOPIC: COORAN'S ECONOMIC VIABILITY
SPEAKERS: FRANCIS MURRAY

8. PUBLIC QUESTION TIME

8.1 PUBLIC QUESTION TIME APPLICANT: KEN & DESLEY NIXON
QUESTION 1
Will Noosa Shire Council, as part of its Budget considerations, include a raised boardwalk (approximately 25 metres) on flood prone section of Beach Access 55, noting that we are not seeking replacement of the existing concrete path but only an elevated structure over that section (Case RM2024/10901)?

RESPONSE BY SHAUN WALSH, DIRECTOR INFRASTRUCTURE SERVICES
Council’s has recently completed a Strategic Beach Access Renewal Plan, which captures existing asset data across Council’s 70 beach accesses. This asset plan provides the Infrastructure department with clearer guidance and prioritisation for longer-term renewal planning and works scheduling. Beach Access 55 (Kingfisher Dr, Peregian) has been assessed as a Medium priority (Categories are Low, Medium, High and Urgent), with the overall condition considered fair. It is acknowledged that the primary driver for future renewal is the infrequent inundation of the pathway during high rainfall events, which can temporarily restrict public access. In terms of budget provision, Council allocates an annual capital budget provision of $240,000 for renewal of beach accesses & showers, and this budget will be
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prioritised towards completing Urgent and High priority upgrades at other Beach Access locations. No funding is currently proposed to be allocated toward design or construction of a raised boardwalk through the flood prone section of Beach Access 55.

QUESTION 2
Can Council please clarify the statement in the 28 January email (from the A/Executive Officer) referring to the existing path and railing being "at the end of its service life", and explain what this means in practical terms and when it will be scheduled for repair or replacement (in relation to the existing concrete pathway at Beach Access 55)?

RESPONSE BY SHAUN WALSH, DIRECTOR INFRASTRUCTURE SERVICES
To clarify previous advice provided 28 January in terms of Council's current capital funding prioritisation process, Beach Access 55 has been assessed as a Medium priority (Low > Medium > High > Urgent), with the overall condition considered fair. It is acknowledged that the primary driver for future renewal is the infrequent inundation of the pathway during high rainfall events, which can temporarily restrict public access. At this stage, no delivery timeframe has been scheduled for Beach Access 55, as Council’s current program is prioritised for more urgent and high priority beach access works across the Shire. It is noted that the adjacent beach access points Beach Access 54 (approx. 350m north) & Beach Access 56 (approx. 300m south) aren't impacted by inundation and are available as alternative access points during periods of prolonged inundation of Beach Access 55. All beach accesses will continue to be evaluated on an annual basis.

8.2 PUBLIC QUESTION TIME APPLICANT: PAT SPICER
QUESTION 1
What was the total cost for site investigations for 62 Lake Macdonald Drive, Cooroy and the ongoing consultations, plans and reports from companies including Murray and Associates, Covey and Associates, Environmental Advisors (contamination), North Coast Environmental Services, Holland Traffic Engineering, Austrac Traffic Count, Hydra Logic, Auspower that formed the Civil Works Package and Remediation Works Package up to work commencing on site on 4 September, 2025? (Please do not include any grants in this total figure).

RESPONSE BY KIM RAWLINGS, DIRECTOR STRATEGY & ENVIRONMENT
To date approximately $375,000 has been spent on plans, reports, investigations noting the project is still live and yet to be completed.

QUESTION 2
What was the total amount of grant funding received to offset the costs?

RESPONSE PROVIDED BY KIM RAWLINGS, DIRECTOR STRATEGY & PLANNING $178,000 of that grant funded to offset these costs from the Federal Housing Support Program.

The meeting adjourned at 10.22am.
The meeting resumed at 10.33am.

9 MAYORAL MINUTES
Nil.
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10 NOTIFIED MOTIONS

10.1 ADVOCATING FOR URGENT ACTION ON BURGESS CREEK EROSION

Cr Amelia Lorentson
"In accordance with Chapter 5B of the Local Government Act 2009, I inform the meeting that I have a declarable conflict of interest in this matter Item 10.1 - ADVOCATING FOR URGENT ACTION ON BURGESS CREEK EROSION on this agenda as my brother, Gabriel Cerasani, resides in Sunrise Beach and I also now own a property in Sunrise Beach, both in close proximity to Burgess Creek. Based on recent legal advice I declare that I have a declarable conflict of interest in this matter. I also note that I have consistently declared my brother’s property interests in relation to all matters concerning the Burgess Creek catchment, and Council has previously permitted me to remain in the meeting room when those matters have been considered. Although I have a declarable conflict of interest, I believe neither my brother nor myself have an interest greater than any other resident of the catchment area, and I consider that I am able to remain impartial and act 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 and participate in the decision.

Council Resolution
Moved: Cr Brian Stockwell
Seconded: Cr Nicola Wilson
That Council note the declarable conflict of interest by Cr Lorentson and determine that in accordance with s150ES of the Local Government Act 2009, and having considered the Councillor's conflict of interest as described, it is decided that Cr Lorentson may participate and vote on this matter relating to the item 10.1 Advocating for urgent Action on Burgess Creek Erosion.
Carried.
Cr Frank Wilkie, Cr Jessica Phillips, Cr Brian Stockwell, Cr Tom For: Wegener, Cr Nicola Wilson Against: Cr Karen Finzel Cr Lorentson having a conflict of interest in this matter was not eligible to vote.

Cr Brian Stockwell
"In accordance with Chapter 5B of the Local Government Act 2009 I inform the meeting that I have a declarable conflict of interest in this matter Item 10.1 - ADVOCATING FOR URGENT ACTION ON BURGESS CREEK EROSION on this agenda which relates to my role as the President of the Noosa Lions Football Club which manages, in part the Girraween Sports Complex in the upper catchment. Although I have a declarable conflict of interest, I do not believe a reasonable person could have a perception of bias because there is no nexus between the activities at the Girraween Sports Complex and the aspect of the Catchment Management Plan which is the subject of this motion. 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 Jessica Phillips
Seconded: Cr Tom Wegener
That Council note the declarable conflict of interest by Cr Stockwell and determine that in accordance with s150ES of the Local Government Act 2009, and having considered the Councillor's conflict of interest as described, it is decided that Cr Stockwell may participate and vote on this matter relating to the item 10.1 Advocating for urgent Action on Burgess Creek Erosion.
Carried.
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Cr Frank Wilkie, Cr Karen Finzel, Cr Jessica Phillips, Cr Tom For: Wegener, Cr Nicola Wilson Against: None Cr Lorentson and Cr Stockwell having declared a conflict of interest in this matter were not eligible to vote.

Motion
Moved: Cr Amelia Lorentson
Seconded: Cr Jessica Phillips
That Council
A. Request the CEO to
1. Write to the CEO of Unitywater seeking a meeting with all relevant stakeholders to jointly discuss and develop immediate short-term solutions to the ongoing erosion and flow issues at Burgess Creek; a. Seek Unitywater’s agreement to work collaboratively with Council and other stakeholders to implement urgent short-term measures to address the immediate erosion of the dune system, for example:
 Ongoing maintenance of the creek and surrounding areas to protect the dunes, access points, and infrastructure, using Council plant and equipment as needed;  Establishing a fair and reasonable cost-sharing arrangement for these works, recognising Unitywater’s contribution to flows; B. Note that the Burgess Creek Integrated Catchment Plan is currently underway and is intended to address long-term, permanent solutions; and C. Request the CEO bring a report to Council including:
1. Agreed next steps;
2. Proposed funding and cost-sharing arrangements; and
3. Interim measures required to manage risk until permanent measures are implemented.

The following material was presented to the meeting in relation to this item:
 Cr Stockwell – refer to Attachment 2 to the Ordinary Meeting Minutes dated 16 April 2026
- Cr Stockwell - Burgess Creek Mouth Time Lapse Imagery

Amendment
Moved: Cr Nicola Wilson
Seconded: Cr Karen Finzel
That Item C be amended to read:
C. Request the CEO provide a response to Councillors regarding meetings with Unitywater and stakeholders.
C. Request the CEO bring a report to Council including:
1. Agreed next steps;
2. Proposed funding and cost-sharing arrangements; and
3. Interim measures required to manage risk until permanent measures are implemented.

Carried.
For: Cr Karen Finzel, Cr Jessica Phillips, Cr Amelia Lorentson, Cr Brian Stockwell, Cr Tom Wegener, Cr Nicola Wilson Against: Cr Frank Wilkie
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Council Resolution
Moved: Cr Amelia Lorentson
Seconded: Cr Jessica Phillips
That Council
A. Request the CEO to
1. Write to the CEO of Unitywater seeking a meeting with all relevant stakeholders to jointly discuss and develop immediate short-term solutions to the ongoing erosion and flow issues at Burgess Creek; a. Seek Unitywater’s agreement to work collaboratively with Council and other stakeholders to implement urgent short-term measures to address the immediate erosion of the dune system, for example:
 Ongoing maintenance of the creek and surrounding areas to protect the dunes, access points, and infrastructure, using Council plant and equipment as needed;  Establishing a fair and reasonable cost-sharing arrangement for these works, recognising Unitywater’s contribution to flows; B. Note that the Burgess Creek Integrated Catchment Plan is currently underway and is intended to address long-term, permanent solutions; and C. Request the CEO provide a response to Councillors regarding meetings with Unitywater and stakeholders.

Carried.
For: Cr Frank Wilkie, Cr Jessica Phillips, Cr Amelia Lorentson, Cr Nicola Wilson Against: Cr Karen Finzel, Cr Brian Stockwell, Cr Tom Wegener

11. CONSIDERATION OF COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATIONS

11.1 PLANNING & ENVIRONMENT COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATIONS DATED 7
APRIL 2026

11.1.1. PLANNING APPLICATIONS DECIDED BY DELEGATED AUTHORITY –
FEBRUARY 2026

Council Resolution
Moved: Cr Brian Stockwell
Seconded: Cr Jessica Phillips
That Council note the report by the Development Assessment Manager to the Planning and Environment Committee Meeting dated 7 April 2026 regarding applications that have been decided by delegated authority for February 2026 as provided at Attachment 1 to the Report.
Carried.
For: Cr Frank Wilkie, Cr Karen Finzel, Cr Jessica Phillips, Cr Amelia Lorentson, Cr Brian Stockwell, Cr Tom Wegener, Cr Nicola Wilson Against: None
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11.2 SERVICES & ORGANISATION COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATIONS DATED 7
APRIL 2026

11.2.1. NOOSA AQUATIC CENTRE CAFE LEASE RENEWAL

Cr Amelia Lorentson
"In accordance with Chapter 5B of the Local Government Act 2009 – I, Cr Amelia Lorentson, inform the meeting that I have a prescribed conflict of interest in relation to Item 11.2.1 - Noosa Aquatic Centre Cafe Lease Renewal on this agenda, as I engaged with the applicant regarding the proposed contract during the live procurement/contract process. As a result of my conflict of interest, I will now leave the meeting room while the matter is considered and voted on."

Cr Lorentson left the meeting.

Council Resolution
Moved: Cr Brian Stockwell
Seconded: Cr Jessica Phillips
That Council
A. Note the report by the Sport and Active Lifestyles Manager to the Services & Organisation Committee dated 7 April 2026; B. Approve the lease renewal to Poolside NAC for the operations of the Noosa Aquatic Centre Café for two (2) years commencing 1 April 2026 at a rate of $59,000 p.a ex GST and increasing to $62,000 p.a ex GST in year 2; C. Authorise the Chief Executive Officer to award three (3) subsequent one-year extensions, each incorporating a CPI increase, subject to the lessee complying with the terms of the lease; and D. Apply the exception to the requirement for tendering of the lease, under Section 236(1)(c)(iii) of the Local Government Regulation 2012 as the renewal is to the existing tenant.

Carried.
For: Cr Frank Wilkie, Cr Karen Finzel, Cr Jessica Phillips, Cr Brian Stockwell, Cr Tom Wegener, Cr Nicola Wilson Against: None Cr Lorentson having declared a conflict of interest was not present and not eligible to vote.

Cr Lorentson returned to the meeting.

11.2.2. CONTRACT CN25082 PROVISION OF TURF MOWING &
MAINTENANCE SERVICES

That Council
A. Note the report by the Parks and Streetscapes Coordinator to the Services & Organisation Committee dated 7 April 2026; B. Award Contract No. CN25082 for Provision of Turf Mowing and Maintenance Services under a schedule of rates contract, for an initial term of two (2) years commencing 1 June 2026 and expiring on 30 June 2028, to the following contractor:
1. APG Group Pty Ltd for Separable Portions A and B; and
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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, subject to satisfactory performance of the contractor, approve the options to extend the contract at the expiry of initial term for a further two (2) periods of up to 24 months each.

11.2.3. FORMALISATION OF BUDGET AND GRANT
APPLICATION AUTHORITY – COMPOST FACILITY PROJECT

That Council note the report by the Waste Manager to the Services & Organisation Committee dated 7 April 2026 regarding the Compost Project; and A. Note that the Compost Facility project is progressing under the previously endorsed ECI procurement process; B. Endorse the submission of a funding application under the forthcoming City Deal Organics Processing Grant; C. Approve Council’s financial contribution of up to $9 million as the required co-contribution for the grant application, and formalise the associated capital budget envelope, on the basis that this funding will only be expended if external grant funding is secured and a future Design & Construct contract is separately approved by Council; D. Delegate authority to the Chief Executive Officer to execute all documentation necessary for the grant application and, if successful, to negotiate and finalise any associated funding agreements in accordance with Council’s governance and procurement requirements.

11.2.4. LANDFILL CAPPING TECHNOLOGY

That Council
A. Note the report by the Waste Manager to the Services & Organisation Committee dated 7 April 2026 including the findings of the technical reviews and due diligence investigations; B. Approve Option 3 - Engineered Capping Technology as the preferred capping method for the North and Eastern Batter Capping projects (511010); and C. Authorise the CEO to proceed with design and procurement activities to support the preferred methodology selected in part B above.

11.2.5. SERVICES & ORGANISATION COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATIONS ENBLOC

Council Resolution
Moved: Cr Karen Finzel
Seconded: Cr Nicola Wilson
That the Recommendations of the Services & Organisation Committee meeting dated 7 April 2026 be received and adopted except where dealt with by separate resolution.
Carried.
For: Cr Frank Wilkie, Cr Karen Finzel, Cr Jessica Phillips, Cr Amelia Lorentson, Cr Brian Stockwell, Cr Tom Wegener, Cr Nicola Wilson Against: None
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11.3 GENERAL COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATIONS DATED 13 APRIL 2026

11.3.1. GENERAL COMMITTEE MEETING - SCHEDULE OF CHAIRPERSON

That Council
A. Note the report by the Executive Officer to the General Committee dated 13 April 2026 regarding the General Committee Meeting - Schedule of Chairperson; and B. Adopt the Schedule of Chairperson for the General Committee Meeting as provided in the Report, for the period of 1 May 2026 to 28 February 2028.

11.3.2. TOURISM NOOSA FUNDING AND PERFORMANCE DEED 2026–2029

Motion
Moved: Cr Nicola Wilson
Seconded: Cr Jessica Phillips
That Council:
A. Note the report regarding the proposed funding arrangement with Tourism Noosa; B. Not adopt the proposed Deed in its current form; C. Resolve that schedule 1 KPIs require further refinement to address specific Councillor concerns; D. Appoint a Councillor representative to join the Deed working group for final KPI development and finalisation; and E. Present the revised KPIs to the June meeting round.
Amendment No. 1
Moved: Cr Brian Stockwell
Seconded: Cr Amelia Lorentson
That Item D and E be amended to read:
D. Appoint Cr Wilson a Councillor representative to join the Deed working group for final KPI development and finalisation; and E. Present the revised Deed and the revised KPIs to the June meeting round at the latest.
Carried.
For: Cr Frank Wilkie, Cr Karen Finzel, Cr Jessica Phillips, Cr Amelia Lorentson, Cr Brian Stockwell, Cr Tom Wegener, Cr Nicola Wilson Against: None

The meeting adjourned at 11.56am.
The meeting resumed at 12.15pm.

Amendment No. 2
Moved: Cr Amelia Lorentson
Seconded: Cr Brian Stockwell
That Item F be added to read:
F. Note that the DMP is supported by a Monitoring and Evaluation Framework and Council will annually publish results of progress against the Tourism Noosa KPIs and the broader outcomes of the DMP via the DMP webpage and dashboard including costs and ensure that this information informs annual budget considerations.
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Carried.
For: Cr Frank Wilkie, Cr Karen Finzel, Cr Jessica Phillips, Cr Amelia Lorentson, Cr Brian Stockwell, Cr Tom Wegener, Cr Nicola Wilson Against: None

Council Resolution
Moved: Cr Nicola Wilson
Seconded: Cr Jessica Phillips
That Council:
A. Note the report regarding the proposed funding arrangement with Tourism Noosa; B. Not adopt the proposed Deed in its current form; C. Resolve that schedule 1 KPIs require further refinement to address specific Councillor concerns; D. Appoint Cr Wilson to join the Deed working group for final KPI development and finalisation; and E. Present the revised Deed and the revised KPIs to the June meeting round at the latest.
F. Note that the DMP is supported by a Monitoring and Evaluation Framework and Council will annually publish results of progress against the Tourism Noosa KPI’s and the broader outcomes of the DMP via the DMP webpage and dashboard including costs and ensure that this information informs annual budget considerations.

Carried.
For: Cr Frank Wilkie, Cr Karen Finzel, Cr Jessica Phillips, Cr Amelia Lorentson, Cr Brian Stockwell, Cr Tom Wegener, Cr Nicola Wilson Against: None

11.3.3. CONTRACT AWARD - CONTRACT NO. CN26032 - NOOSA
AQUATIC CENTRE 50M POOL WATER TREATMENT PLANT FILTRATION
UPGRADE WORKS

That Council
A. Note the report by the Sport and Active Lifestyles Manager to the General Committee dated 13 April 2026 regarding the outcome of the tender process for Noosa Aquatic Centre 50M Pool Water Treatment Plant Filtration Upgrade Works; B. Award Contract No. CN26032 for Noosa Aquatic Centre 50M Pool Water Treatment Plant Filtration Upgrade Works to CMP Corp Pty Ltd under a lump sum contract for a total contract value of $1,210,780.40 (GST Excl); and C. Delegate to the Chief Executive Officer to negotiate, finalise, execute and do all things necessary to administer and vary the contract on behalf of Council.
ORDINARY MEETING MINUTES 16 APRIL 2026

11.3.4. CONTRACT AWARD REPORT – CONTRACT NO. CN25048
– COOROY GYMNASIUM UPGRADE AND EXTENSION

Cr Jessica Phillips
"In accordance with Chapter 5B of the Local Government Act 2009 - I inform the meeting that I have a prescribed conflict of interest in relation to Item 9.2 -
CONTRACT AWARD REPORT – CONTRACT NO. CN25048
– COOROY GYMNASIUM UPGRADE AND EXTENSION on this agenda because I am working 10 hours per week as the General Manager and Coach of the Cooroy Gymnastics Club. As a result of my conflict of interest, I will now leave the meeting room while the matter is considered and voted on."

Cr Phillips left the meeting.

Council Resolution
Moved: Cr Brian Stockwell
Seconded: Cr Tom Wegener
That Council
A. Note the report by the Project Manager and Graduate Engineer to the General Committee Meeting dated 13 April 2026; B. Award Contract No. CN25048 for Cooroy Gymnasium Upgrade and Extension to Murphy Builders QLD Pty Ltd under a lump sum Design & Construct contract for an estimated total contract value of $3,692,575.40 (GST Excl) as follows:
1. The Lump Sum amount of $3,218,467.73
2. The Provision of additional scope for the removal of Value Management options for an amount of $251,607.67;
3. A Provisional Item sum amount of $222,500.00; 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 Frank Wilkie, Cr Karen Finzel, Cr Amelia Lorentson, Cr Brian Stockwell, Cr Tom Wegener, Cr Nicola Wilson Against: None Cr Phillips having declared a conflict of interest was not present and not eligible to vote.

Cr Phillips returned to the meeting.

11.3.5. GENERAL COMMITTEE RECOMENDATIONS ENBLOC

Council Resolution
Moved: Cr Nicola Wilson
Seconded: Cr Karen Finzel
That the Recommendations of the General Committee meeting dated 13 April 2026 be received and adopted except where dealt with by separate resolution.
Carried.
For: Cr Frank Wilkie, Cr Karen Finzel, Cr Jessica Phillips, Cr Amelia Lorentson, Cr Brian Stockwell, Cr Tom Wegener, Cr Nicola Wilson Against: None
ORDINARY MEETING MINUTES 16 APRIL 2026

12 ORDINARY MEETING REPORTS

12.1 FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE REPORT MARCH 2026
Council Resolution
Moved: Cr Amelia Lorentson
Seconded: Cr Jessica Phillips
That Council note the report by the Revenue Services Manager and Financial Services Manager (Acting) to the Ordinary Meeting dated 16 April 2026 regarding Council's financial performance to 31 March 2026.
Carried.
For: Cr Frank Wilkie, Cr Karen Finzel, Cr Jessica Phillips, Cr Amelia Lorentson, Cr Brian Stockwell, Cr Tom Wegener, Cr Nicola Wilson Against: None

13 CLOSED SESSION
Nil.

14 NEXT MEETING
The next Ordinary Meeting will be held at Council Chambers, 9 Pelican St, Tewantin on Thursday 21 May 2026 at 10.00am.

15 MEETING CLOSURE
The meeting closed at 12.53pm.

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