Noosa Council Meetings — 2024

47 Noosa Shire Council meetings from 2024, each with a full transcript, official minutes, AI insight and video.

1. Ordinary Meeting — 19 December 2024
   Meeting #804
   Noosa Springs hotel opposed over odour, bushfire risk and displacement, Function venue approved with conditions and 3-yr reviews, Strategic plan, grants adopted, Pedestrian crossing petition noted.
2. General Committee — 16 December 2024
   Meeting #716
   Ringtail Creek function facility deferred to 16 Jan 2025 amid noise conditions, Cootharaba farm stay approved with bushfire controls, Solid finances, Climate progress, Legal delegation.
3. Services & Organisation Committee Agenda — 10 December 2024
   Meeting #710
   Strategic Asset Management Plan adopted, Privacy Policy updated incl. breach response, International delegation approved w/ minimal cost, Transport security role formalised, Asset and cyber risks addressed.
4. Planning & Environment Committee — 10 December 2024
   Meeting #704
   Major rural function facility referred to General Committee, Conditional approval with guest/event limits, noise, buses and State roadworks, Notification and amenity concerns aired, Legal tests affirmed.
5. Special Meeting 12 December 2024 (resumed from 5 December 2024) — 5 December 2024
   Meeting #859
   Noosa Plan amendment advanced for State review/adoption, Housing density upheld with affordable bonuses, Hospitality clarified removing amplified-music limit, Albert St rezoned, carpark noted, Short-term accommodation tightened.
6. Special Meeting — 5 December 2024
   Meeting #805
   Amendment to Noosa Plan adopted w/ State submission, Housing supply advanced: 20% GFA rental bonus and zoning tweaks, Consultation endorsed, Short‑stay rules tightened, Environmental setbacks corrected.
7. Ordinary Meeting — 21 November 2024
   Meeting #721
   Foreshore plan refocused to CEO report, Outsourcing framework removed post-debate, Financials and Annual Report adopted, Planning appeal defended, Traffic study advancing, Grants approved, Slipway lease declined.
8. General Committee — 18 November 2024
   Meeting #715
   PBSLSC funding with conditions endorsed, Finances strong and Annual Report adopted, Outcomes-based reporting and workload reset pursued, Dog enforcement and signage gaps flagged, Conflicts handled transparently.
9. Services & Organisation Committee Agenda — 12 November 2024
   Meeting #709
   Strategic Land Activation Policy adopted, Capital Works reporting reset, Schedule with community sessions for 2025 endorsed, Property decisions made, Surf club funding progressed, Conflicts managed transparently.
10. Planning & Environment Committee — 12 November 2024
    Meeting #703
    Court Appeal Defence, Lawful Confidential Session For Legal Advice, STA Shift And Draft Weight Clarified, Code Assessment Limits On Sudoni St And Cabins, Environmental Overlay Emphasized.
11. SPECIAL MEETING — 6 November 2024
    Meeting #742
    Final Consultation Endorsed for foreshore plan, Revisions retain Pirate Park, tennis, boat ramp and parking, Accessibility upgrades, Stormwater and revegetation for erosion resilience, Transparency, Community feedback.
12. Ordinary Meeting — 17 October 2024
    Meeting #720
    Hastings St CCTV upgrade and safety review approved, E-bike/e-scooter law reform advocacy, Standing Orders broadened participation, Noosa Junction amenity-nightlife framework scoped, Boating access report, funding pursued.
13. General Committee — 14 October 2024
    Meeting #714
    Resort approval changes and compliance, Council financial results, Pomona Place Plan consultation incl. waterway actions, Residents oppose late trading over noise, Settlement of Picture Point appeal.
14. Services & Organisation Committee — 8 October 2024
    Meeting #708
    Meeting moved to Peregian with livestream, EOI for approx. 2m composting facility under CEO delegation and uncertain funding, Procurement lists updated for probity, Local supplier guidance.
15. Planning & Environment Committee — 8 October 2024
    Meeting #702
    Noosa Junction noise, midnight trading and live music opposed over enforcement concerns, Serenity resort downsized and referred, bus stop contested, Koala offsets, Performing Arts Centre approved.
16. Ordinary Meeting — 19 September 2024
    Meeting #719
    Adoption of Kabi Kabi Commitment, Housing and transparency disputes at 62 Lake Macdonald, Bakery addition refused, Standing Orders deferred, Beach rescue trial, School bus advocacy.
17. General Committee — 16 September 2024
    Meeting #713
    Governance reforms: revised Standing Orders, new deputations limits, CEO veto removed, Bakery change refused as non‑minor, Netball clubhouse approved, Short‑term accommodation appeal delegated, Finances ahead.
18. Services & Organisation Committee — 10 September 2024
    Meeting #707
    ALH lease renewal at Sunrise Shops approved with valuation and tender exemption, Precinct metrics and revenue discussed, Data privacy noted, Cultural Plan wrap-up, DFV network referred.
19. Planning & Environment Committee — 10 September 2024
    Meeting #701
    Weyba Rd bakery not a minor change; new application and public notification required, Legal advice backs refusal, Butler St clubhouse relocation needs setback relaxation with landscaping.
20. Special Meeting — 23 August 2024
    Meeting #728
    Awarded Schreibers Rd Bridge flood rebuild and water main to Hazell Bros, Closed to protect negotiations, CEO delegated 11% variations, Contract value undisclosed, Externally funded.
21. Ordinary Meeting — 15 August 2024
    Meeting #718
    Car Wash approved despite traffic concerns, facade condition added, Peak-Period transport measures endorsed incl. Main Beach drop-off, Petition opposing Plan Amendment noted, Three appeals defended.
22. General Committee — 12 August 2024
    Meeting #712
    Cooroy Car Wash deferred over traffic, Council defending STA appeals, Delegations tightened, BR1 adopted but Futures Fund rejected, Go Noosa endorsed incl. Lions Park overflow parking.
23. Services & Organisation Committee — 6 August 2024
    Meeting #706
    Holiday Parks deliver strong revenue and plan expansion, Infrastructure program progresses, FireTech trials and supplier panel approved, Confidential tender awarded, Coastal nourishment adopted, Transparency improved.
24. Planning & Environment Committee — 6 August 2024
    Meeting #700
    Car Wash proposal contentious—officers recommend refusal on zoning, form and traffic, Infrastructure Charges update adopted amid cap concerns, Noosa Blue approval consolidated, Affordable Housing concessions planned.
25. Ordinary Meeting — 18 July 2024
    Meeting #717
    Planning Amendments consultation extended with STA curbs, Noosaville Foreshore redraft after parking backlash, LGAQ motions mandating STA data-sharing, Recycling Hub Stage One approved, Appeals settled.
26. General Committee — 15 July 2024
    Meeting #711
    Unitywater planning assumptions endorsed, Recycling & Renewables Hub Stage One approved with solar impact DA notification, Surplus amid legal overspend, Flood contracts increased, Court appeal settled.
27. Special Meeting — 10 July 2024
    Meeting #727
    Unanimous CEO appointment with Mayor delegated to sign contract, Candidate withheld until signing for probity, Robust recruitment and checks, Closed session reopened, Remote attendance approved.
28. Services & Organisation Committee — 9 July 2024
    Meeting #705
    Confidential road dedication referred to General Committee, Governance appointments updated for climate, botanic gardens and surfing, Noosa Show Holiday requested for 12 Sep 2025, Transparency maintained.
29. Planning & Environment Committee — 9 July 2024
    Meeting #699
    Endorsement of Unitywater growth assumptions to 2046, Kept separate from infrastructure plan, Wastewater concerns, Dispute over population projections vs dwelling targets, Referred to General Committee.
30. SPECIAL MEETING 2024/2025 BUDGET ADOPTION — 28 June 2024
    Meeting #698
    Budget adopted with surplus, 5m capital and differential rates, Short-stay letting hikes and resourcing, Policies and Operational Plan approved, Waste upgrades, Parking trial, Community housing investment.
31. Ordinary Meeting — 20 June 2024
    Meeting #685
    Short-Term Accommodation refusals, Childcare centre refused for buffer breach, Shark Control policy adopted, Operations insourced and procurement expanded, Park expansion noted, Quarry and river concerns addressed.
32. General Committee — 17 June 2024
    Meeting #687
    Short-Term Accommodation in rural areas refused, Childcare at Noosa Centre refused over 10 m buffer, Shark control policy endorsed, Grants and budget approved, Yurol–Ringtail transfer noted.
33. Services & Organisation Committee — 11 June 2024
    Meeting #691
    Renewed Five Restaurant Leases For 10 Years Under Tendering Exception, Brought Transfer Station In-House With 3 FTE, Expanded Panel And Participation, Added Theatre Technicians, Decisions Unanimous.
34. Planning & Environment Committee — 11 June 2024
    Meeting #689
    Noosa Springs resort near sewage plant contested on odour and bushfire, Childcare refusal urged over zoning and 10m buffer, Short‑term accommodation approvals tightened, Further report sought.
35. Ordinary Meeting — 16 May 2024
    Meeting #684
    Opposition to State fast-track planning pathway to protect local control, Shark Control briefing before advocacy, Noosa Plan amendments to consultation, Community housing sale approved, Contracts awarded.
36. General Committee — 13 May 2024
    Meeting #686
    Financial performance ahead of budget and Q3 plan on track, Noosa Plan amendments progressing, Housing land disposal approved, Staffing and cybersecurity scrutinised, Capital delayed by weather.
37. Services & Organisation Committee — 7 May 2024
    Meeting #690
    Program pared back amid wet weather and capacity limits, QRA disaster works with carryovers/EOTs, Black Mountain and Dog Beach progressing, Staffing pressures, Transparency concerns, Environment acquisitions.
38. Planning & Environment Committee — 7 May 2024
    Meeting #688
    Bunnings height cut to comply, Peregian design softened and basement clarified, Landfill works resequenced to reduce stormwater risk, Rene St minor change approved, Unanimous approvals.
39. Ordinary Meeting — 18 April 2024
    Meeting #594
    Strong financial performance, Audit and risk plans adopted, Botanic Gardens stakeholder group amid Seqwater constraints, Expenses policy updated, Legal counsel and consultants questioned, NRCMP consultation pending.
40. Post Election Meeting 2024 — 8 April 2024
    Meeting #591
    Deputy Mayor Brian Stockwell elected by secret ballot, Unity and SPARC affirmed, Disaster leadership set (Mayor Chair, Phillips Deputy/Recovery), Committees continued pending review, Hinterland meeting planned.
41. Declaration of Office 2024 — 3 April 2024
    Meeting #683
    Council Constituted, Residents-first priorities: services and low rates, STA review and illegal camping enforcement, Transparency and unity through engagement, Housing collaboration, Environment/Destination, Infrastructure risks and budg...
42. Ordinary Meeting — 15 February 2024
    Meeting #581
    Disaster Reconstruction 48m at Black Mountain, Caretaker Governance cancels meetings, Planning approvals: Netanya parking contribution, Tewantin subdivision, Landfill koala safeguards, Leadership Farewell and Condolences.
43. General Committee — 12 February 2024
    Meeting #578
    Approvals: Landfill reconfiguration with offsets and upgrades, Netanya setbacks and parking contribution, Tewantin subdivision with flood/bushfire controls, Governance: conditions published, Advocacy: member safety and wastewater recycling.
44. Services & Organisation Committee Meeting — 6 February 2024
    Meeting #585
    Caretaker Measures: March meetings cancelled; delegations continue, Lake Macdonald Dam: routes, traffic plan approvals, engagement, risks, Capital Works: pipeline, reseals, resourcing, Skate Park: tender post‑DA.
45. Planning & Environment Committee Meeting — 6 February 2024
    Meeting #583
    Netanya changes sent to Committee with 2m setback and refined parking, RAL23/0015 backed despite access non-compliance with bushfire envelopes, Transparency and conflicts of interest handled.
46. Ordinary Meeting — 18 January 2024
    Meeting #580
    Short Stay enforcement push via RAUSTRA petition, Council defending two planning appeals, Budget/finance updates noted, Procurements approved confidentially, Bounce Hostel conditions tightened, TAFE homelessness collaboration urged.
47. General Committee Meeting — 15 January 2024
    Meeting #577
    Bounce cafe trial approved to Jan 2025 with complaint-based monitoring, Council defending hospital and STA appeals, Budget Review delivers surplus and 73m capital, Tenders awarded.

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