Ordinary Meeting - 16 March 2023
This meeting predates council's current meetings system, which begins in April 2023, so there is no agenda here with each item cued to the video. What follows is what the record holds: council's papers, the recording, and the decisions its minutes record.
Papers
Council keeps papers from before April 2023 on a separate archive page for each year, listed by meeting date. The files stay on council's site — why.
- Agenda: council's 2023 archive, under 16 March
- Minutes: council's 2023 archive, under 16 March
Recording
- Recording on council's YouTube channel © Noosa Shire Council
Decisions
Every decision the minutes record, in the order minuted. Where a division was called the names are on the contested votes register; otherwise the minutes say only whether it carried.
- Attendance & Apologies
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That the operation of the Standing Orders or any relevant provision thereof be suspended to allow council to consider a condolence motion. Carried unanimously
That the operation of the Standing Orders or any relevant provision thereof be suspended to allow council to consider a condolence motion.
Moved by Clare Stewart, seconded by Frank Wilkie.
Carried unanimously. The minutes do not name who voted which way.
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That Noosa Council express its sincere condolences on the passing of former Community Services Director, Alan (Fox) Rogers, and acknowledge Alan’s significant c… Carried unanimously
That Noosa Council express its sincere condolences on the passing of former Community Services Director, Alan (Fox) Rogers, and acknowledge Alan’s significant contribution to Noosa Council and the Noosa Community.
Moved by Clare Stewart, seconded by Frank Wilkie.
Carried unanimously. The minutes do not name who voted which way.
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That Standing Orders be resumed. Carried unanimously
That Standing Orders be resumed.
Moved by Clare Stewart, seconded by Frank Wilkie.
Carried unanimously. The minutes do not name who voted which way.
- Confirmation of Minutes
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The Minutes of the Ordinary Meeting held on 16 February 2023 be received and confirmed. Carried unanimously
The Minutes of the Ordinary Meeting held on 16 February 2023 be received and confirmed.
Moved by Amelia Lorentson, seconded by Tom Wegener.
Carried unanimously. The minutes do not name who voted which way.
- Resignation of the Chief Executive Officer
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That Council: A. Receive the resignation of the Chief Executive Officer, Scott Waters as of 12 May 2023, and thank him for his service since February 2022 an… Carried unanimously
That Council: A. Receive the resignation of the Chief Executive Officer, Scott Waters as of 12 May 2023, and thank him for his service since February 2022 and wish him all the best in his future endeavours; B. Pursuant to S195 (a) of the Local Government Act 2009, appoint Larry Sengstock as the Acting Chief Executive Officer up to and including 30 June 2024; and C. Pursuant to S257 of the Local Government Act 2009, delegate to the Chief Executive Officer, in consultation with the Mayor, the power to do all things necessary to finalise arrangements, pertaining to the employment arrangements of the Acting Chief Executive Officer.
Moved by Clare Stewart.
Carried unanimously. The minutes do not name who voted which way.
- Libby Doherty & Tania Hicks
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That the meeting adjourn for 5 mins. Carried unanimously
That the meeting adjourn for 5 mins.
Moved by Clare Stewart, seconded by Frank Wilkie.
Carried unanimously. The minutes do not name who voted which way.
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That the meeting resume. Carried unanimously
That the meeting resume.
Moved by Clare Stewart, seconded by Frank Wilkie.
Carried unanimously. The minutes do not name who voted which way.
- Planning Applications Decided by Delegated Authority – January 2023
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That Council note the report by the Acting Manager, Development Assessment to the Planning & Environment Committee Meeting dated 7 March 2023 regarding planning… Carried unanimously
That Council note the report by the Acting Manager, Development Assessment to the Planning & Environment Committee Meeting dated 7 March 2023 regarding planning applications that have been decided by delegated authority.
Moved by Karen Finzel, seconded by Amelia Lorentson.
Carried unanimously. The minutes do not name who voted which way.
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That the report of the Planning & Environment Committee dated 7 March 2023 be received and the recommendations therein be adopted except where dealt with by sep… Carried unanimously
That the report of the Planning & Environment Committee dated 7 March 2023 be received and the recommendations therein be adopted except where dealt with by separate resolution.
Moved by Amelia Lorentson, seconded by Karen Finzel.
Carried unanimously. The minutes do not name who voted which way.
- Contract No. T000072 - Design, Supply, Install and Service a Digital Two- Way Radio System with GPS Location Services – Contract Award
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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 th… Contracts Carried unanimously
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 Cr Wegener 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.
Moved by Joe Jurisevic, seconded by Amelia Lorentson.
Carried unanimously. The minutes do not name who voted which way.
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That Council note the report by the Disaster Management Officer to the Services & Organisation Committee Meeting dated 7 March 2023, and: A. Award Contract N… Contracts Carried unanimously
That Council note the report by the Disaster Management Officer to the Services & Organisation Committee Meeting dated 7 March 2023, and: A. Award Contract No. T000072 for Design, Supply, Install and Service a Digital Two-Way Radio System with GPS Location Services to Telstra Corporation Limited under a schedule of rates contract which will include a 12-month servicing and maintenance period; and B. Authorise the CEO to delegate the authority to extend the Contract for two (2) further periods of up to twelve (12) months each for servicing and maintenance, subject to the performance of the supplier under the Contract; and C. Authorise the CEO to negotiate the final contract with Telstra Corporation Limited.
Moved by Brian Stockwell, seconded by Karen Finzel.
Carried unanimously. The minutes do not name who voted which way.
- Proposed New Lease – Shop 7 Sunrise Shops
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That the report of the Services & Organisation Committee dated 7 March 2023 be received and the recommendations therein be adopted except where dealt with by se… Carried unanimously
That the report of the Services & Organisation Committee dated 7 March 2023 be received and the recommendations therein be adopted except where dealt with by separate resolution.
Moved by Clare Stewart, seconded by Cr Jursevic.
Carried unanimously. The minutes do not name who voted which way.
- Short Stay Letting or Home Hosted Accommodation Local Law
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That Council note the report by the Principal Strategic Planner to the Planning & Environment Committee Meeting dated 7 March 2023 and A. Note the 12 month r… Local laws Carried unanimously
That Council note the report by the Principal Strategic Planner to the Planning & Environment Committee Meeting dated 7 March 2023 and A. Note the 12 month review of the Local Law has been completed; B. Undertake the range of actions identified in this report to improve the implementation of the Short Stay Letting or Home Hosted Accommodation Local Law, and specifically: 1. Increase staff resources to include two additional local law assessment and compliance officers on a temporary basis to assess the backlog of applications and undertake compliance action where required; 2. Undertake compliance and enforcement action on properties operating short stay letting or home hosted accommodation without an approval or not displaying an approval notice; 3. Introduce an annual renewal fee on 30 June 2023 for all short stay let and home hosted accommodation properties on a sliding scale at a rate of: • Detached house $400 • Detached house limited to 4 times and maximum 60 days $100 • Unit $200 • Unit limited to 4 times and maximum 60 days $100 • Home hosted accommodation $100 C. Continue to monitor the implementation of the Short Stay Letting or Home Hosted Accommodation local law and make improvements where needed; and D. Continue to liaise with the multi-interest stakeholder group on the implementation of the local law on an as-needs basis and thank this group for their input into the review process to date.
Moved by Clare Stewart, seconded by Frank Wilkie.
Carried unanimously. The minutes do not name who voted which way.
- Noosa Council Threatened Fauna Recovery Road Map
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That the matter be taken from the table. procedural motion Carried unanimously
That the matter be taken from the table.
Moved by Clare Stewart, seconded by Karen Finzel.
Carried unanimously. The minutes do not name who voted which way.
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That Council review the report by Fauna Management Project Officer to the Planning and Environment Committee Meeting 7 March 2023 and A. Approve the Threatene… motion Superseded
That Council review the report by Fauna Management Project Officer to the Planning and Environment Committee Meeting 7 March 2023 and A. Approve the Threatened Fauna Recovery Road Map as referred to in Attachment 1 to this report for the purpose of implementation; and B. Consider a funding allocation for priority management of sea turtles to commence implementation of the Roadmap, as part of Council’s 2023/24 budget deliberations. Amendment No. 1
Moved by Joe Jurisevic, seconded by Amelia Lorentson.
The minutes record no vote on this motion: they go straight on to the amendment that followed, below.
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That item A be amended as follows: A. Approve the Threatened Fauna Recovery Road Map as referred to in Attachment 1 to this report for the purpose of implemen… amendment Carried unanimously
That item A be amended as follows: A. Approve the Threatened Fauna Recovery Road Map as referred to in Attachment 1 to this report for the purpose of implementation; except as an amended below: 1. Include the Mary River Cod as an iconic species for freshwater waterways, wetlands and riparian zone habitats; 2. Authorise the CEO to make the necessary amendments to reflect this addition; and
Moved by Brian Stockwell, seconded by Karen Finzel.
Carried unanimously. The minutes do not name who voted which way.
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That Item B be amended and Items C and D be added as follows: B. Immediately commence the implementation of the Roadmap focussed on the conservation of sea tu… amendment Carried unanimously
That Item B be amended and Items C and D be added as follows: B. Immediately commence the implementation of the Roadmap focussed on the conservation of sea turtles by: 1. Adopting a zero tolerance approach to driving on coastal dunes targeting compliance and enforcement action on peak times during the turtle nesting and hatching season; 2. Further, request staff commence immediate negotiations with the Queensland Parks and Wildlife, Queensland Police Service and the Teewah Cooloola Working Group to develop a joint education, compliance and enforcement regime commencing this Easter Break potentially involving: i. Fixed and drone mounted surveillance cameras; ii. Closure of the North Shore beach either side of high tide if driving conditions would force dunal driving; iii. Appropriate signage and presence of authorised officers during peak periods; C. Advise the Member of Noosa and the Minister for the Environment of the Council’s position on this matter and seeking their support for any regulatory reform and budgetary allocation required to achieve the desired outcomes; D. Consider a funding allocation for priority management of sea turtles as part of Council’s 2023/24 budget deliberations.
Moved by Brian Stockwell, seconded by Frank Wilkie.
Carried unanimously. The minutes do not name who voted which way.
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That Item E be added to read: E. Consider amending the Fauna Recovery Roadmap to include reference to the “Noosa Nine and Co.”. amendment Carried unanimously
That Item E be added to read: E. Consider amending the Fauna Recovery Roadmap to include reference to the “Noosa Nine and Co.”.
Moved by Frank Wilkie, seconded by Brian Stockwell.
Carried unanimously. The minutes do not name who voted which way.
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That Council review the report by Fauna Management Project Officer to the Planning and Environment Committee Meeting 7 March 2023 and A. Approve the Threatene… Carried unanimously
That Council review the report by Fauna Management Project Officer to the Planning and Environment Committee Meeting 7 March 2023 and A. Approve the Threatened Fauna Recovery Road Map as referred to in Attachment 1 to this report for the purpose of implementation; except as an amended below: 1. Include the Mary River Cod as an iconic species for freshwater waterways, wetlands and riparian zone habitats; 2. Authorise the CEO to make the necessary amendments to reflect this addition; and B. Immediately commence the implementation of the Roadmap focussed on the conservation of sea turtles by: 1. Adopting a zero tolerance approach to driving on coastal dunes targeting compliance and enforcement action on peak times during the turtle nesting and hatching season; 2. Further, request staff commence immediate negotiations with the Queensland Parks and Wildlife, Queensland Police Service and the Teewah Cooloola Working Group to develop a joint education, compliance and enforcement regime commencing this Easter Break potentially involving: i. Fixed and drone mounted surveillance cameras; ii. Closure of the North Shore beach either side of high tide if driving conditions would force dunal driving; iii. Appropriate signage and presence of authorised officers during peak periods; C. Advise the Member of Noosa and the Minister for the Environment of the Council’s position on this matter and seeking their support for any regulatory reform and budgetary allocation required to achieve the desired outcomes; D. Consider a funding allocation for priority management of sea turtles as part of Council’s 2023/24 budget deliberations. E. Consider amending the Fauna recovery roadmap to include reference to the “Noosa Nine and Co.”.
Moved by Joe Jurisevic, seconded by Amelia Lorentson.
Carried unanimously. The minutes do not name who voted which way.
- Noosa Heads Lions Paid Parking – Extension of Parking to 1 May 2024
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That Council note the report by the Project Manager Special Projects to the General Committee Meeting dated 13 March 2023 and A. Note that Council’s resolutio… motion Superseded
That Council note the report by the Project Manager Special Projects to the General Committee Meeting dated 13 March 2023 and A. Note that Council’s resolution on 17 September, 2020 allowed temporary parking in the Noosa Heads Lions Park on long weekends and school holidays during the Queensland Government’s Covid 19 Public Health Declaration, principally to accommodate the South-East Queensland Drive tourism market during interstate and international travel restrictions that were imposed as a response to the pandemic; B. Note that the Queensland Government’s COVID 19 Public Health Declaration ended from October 31, 2022; C. Note that continued use of the Noosa Heads Lions Park greenspace for car parking on long weekends and school holidays is contrary to the Department of Resources park designation, the Noosa Design Principles, the Noosa Plan, The Transport Strategy and the spirit and intent of Council’s September 17, 2020 resolution; D. Note that shire-wide free weekend buses, that provide alternative means of accessing the Noosa Heads precinct, was introduced to the network in February 2022; E. Discontinue car parking in the Noosa Heads Lions Park on long weekends and Queensland July and September school holidays after this Easter Period, as per the September 17, 2020 Council resolution; F. Approve the use of the Noosa Heads Lions Park Reserve for paid parking during Christmas and Easter School holidays for a further 12 months, with delegation to the CEO to reduce the days subject to weather, over the following periods: • Queensland Christmas school holidays including Saturday 9, Sunday 10, Saturday 16, Sunday 17, Saturday 23 and Sunday 24 December 2023, Tuesday 26 December 2023 to Sunday 14 January 2024, Saturday 20 to 21 January 2024; • Queensland Easter school holidays from Friday 29 March to Sunday 14 April 2024; G. Write to the Minister of the Department of Resources to request the proposed use of Noosa Heads Lions Park Reserve for peak period parking during the above-mentioned periods, and that community engagement and future use of the park is proposed to be undertaken as part of Noosa Council’s Destination Management Plan; H. Delegate the CEO to work with the Tewantin Noosa Lions Club to determine new paid carparking pricing for Lions Park that offsets the reduction in revenue and better reflects the cost of carparking on community greenspace in the Hastings Street precinct; I. Approve allocation of 50% of the car parking revenue after GST to the Tewantin Noosa Lions Club and the remaining revenue towards Go Noosa initiatives and park remediation; J. That an amount equivalent to 50% of Council’s share of the ‘profit’ from car parking in the Noosa Heads Lions Park Reserve be held ‘in reserve’ and allocated to recreational improvements in Noosa Heads Lions Park for residents and visitors alike, noting that the term ‘profit’ refers to Council’s share of the revenue less costs associated with parking on the reserve; and K. Seek community feedback on the use of Noosa Heads Lions Park for car parking as part of the proposed Destination Management Plan. L. Request a report to Council advising of traffic modelling and future impact, should the park no longer be utilised for overflow parking at peak periods. M. Offer assistance to transition to the Tewantin Noosa Lions Club in sourcing future fundraising opportunities as they become available. Amendment No. 1
Moved by Frank Wilkie, seconded by Joe Jurisevic.
The minutes record no vote on this motion: they go straight on to the amendment that followed, below.
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That condition K be amended to read: K. Seek community feedback on the use of Noosa Heads Lions Park for car parking. amendment Carried · 6–1
That condition K be amended to read: K. Seek community feedback on the use of Noosa Heads Lions Park for car parking.
Moved by Brian Stockwell, seconded by Clare Stewart.
for 6 — Clare Stewart, Brian Stockwell, Karen Finzel, Frank Wilkie, Joe Jurisevic, Amelia Lorentson
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That Council note the report by the Project Manager Special Projects to the General Committee Meeting dated 13 March 2023 and A. Note that Council’s resolutio… Carried · 4–3
That Council note the report by the Project Manager Special Projects to the General Committee Meeting dated 13 March 2023 and A. Note that Council’s resolution on 17 September, 2020 allowed temporary parking in the Noosa Heads Lions Park on long weekends and school holidays during the Queensland Government’s Covid 19 Public Health Declaration, principally to accommodate the South-East Queensland Drive tourism market during interstate and international travel restrictions that were imposed as a response to the pandemic; B. Note that the Queensland Government’s COVID 19 Public Health Declaration ended from October 31, 2022; C. Note that continued use of the Noosa Heads Lions Park greenspace for car parking on long weekends and school holidays is contrary to the Department of Resources park designation, the Noosa Design Principles, the Noosa Plan, The Transport Strategy and the spirit and intent of Council’s September 17, 2020 resolution; D. Note that shire-wide free weekend buses, that provide alternative means of accessing the Noosa Heads precinct, was introduced to the network in February 2022; E. Discontinue car parking in the Noosa Heads Lions Park on long weekends and Queensland July and September school holidays after this Easter Period, as per the September 17, 2020 Council resolution; F. Approve the use of the Noosa Heads Lions Park Reserve for paid parking during Christmas and Easter School holidays for a further 12 months, with delegation to the CEO to reduce the days subject to weather, over the following periods: • Queensland Christmas school holidays including Saturday 9, Sunday 10, Saturday 16, Sunday 17, Saturday 23 and Sunday 24 December 2023, Tuesday 26 December 2023 to Sunday 14 January 2024, Saturday 20 to 21 January 2024; • Queensland Easter school holidays from Friday 29 March to Sunday 14 April 2024; G. Write to the Minister of the Department of Resources to request the proposed use of Noosa Heads Lions Park Reserve for peak period parking during the above-mentioned periods, and that community engagement and future use of the park is proposed to be undertaken as part of Noosa Council’s Destination Management Plan; H. Delegate the CEO to work with the Tewantin Noosa Lions Club to determine new paid carparking pricing for Lions Park that offsets the reduction in revenue and better reflects the cost of carparking on community greenspace in the Hastings Street precinct; I. Approve allocation of 50% of the car parking revenue after GST to the Tewantin Noosa Lions Club and the remaining revenue towards Go Noosa initiatives and park remediation; J. That an amount equivalent to 50% of Council’s share of the ‘profit’ from car parking in the Noosa Heads Lions Park Reserve be held ‘in reserve’ and allocated to recreational improvements in Noosa Heads Lions Park for residents and visitors alike, noting that the term ‘profit’ refers to Council’s share of the revenue less costs associated with parking on the reserve; and K. Seek community feedback on the use of Noosa Heads Lions Park for car parking. L. Request a report to Council advising of traffic modelling and future impact, should the park no longer be utilised for overflow parking at peak periods. M. Offer assistance to transition to the Tewantin Noosa Lions Club in sourcing future fundraising opportunities as they become available.
Moved by Frank Wilkie, seconded by Joe Jurisevic.
for 4 — Frank Wilkie, Joe Jurisevic, Brian Stockwell, Tom Wegener
against 3 — Clare Stewart, Amelia Lorentson, Karen Finzel - Healthy Land and Water Funding Contribution
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That Council note the report by the Principal Environment Officer - River Strategy & Engagement to the General Committee Meeting dated 13 March 2023 and authori… Grants & funding Carried unanimously
That Council note the report by the Principal Environment Officer - River Strategy & Engagement to the General Committee Meeting dated 13 March 2023 and authorise the CEO to enter a 3 (three) year Agreement with Healthy Land & Water to June 2025 in accordance with Attachment 1 to the Report.
Moved by Tom Wegener, seconded by Joe Jurisevic.
Carried unanimously. The minutes do not name who voted which way.
- Confidential: Not for Public Release – Voluntary Flood Recovery Property Acquisition
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That the report of the General Committee Meeting dated 13 March 2023 be received and be received and the recommendations therein be adopted except where dealt w… Closed doors Carried unanimously
That the report of the General Committee Meeting dated 13 March 2023 be received and be received and the recommendations therein be adopted except where dealt with by separate resolution.
Moved by Frank Wilkie, seconded by Joe Jurisevic.
Carried unanimously. The minutes do not name who voted which way.
Source
- Council recording: full video © Noosa Shire Council
- Agenda and minutes: council's 2023 meeting archive
- Decisions: our votes register, parsed from council's minutes
- Council's meetings index: noosa.qld.gov.au