Noosa 360

Further to our November 2025 update regarding wildlife warning signage and the inclusion of local wildlife rescuer contact details, we sought clarification from the Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) on whether amendments to the Manual of Uniform Traffic…

As part of our ongoing efforts to reduce wildlife strikes in Noosa which included commissioning and funding a report Noosa MP study, Noosa Wildlife-Vehicle Injuries Investigation (2021-2023) for the use of Noosa Council and the Department of Transport and Main…

While Sandy appreciates the responses, outlined in our September 2024 Noosa 360 update, to our Noosa MP Wildlife Strike study from Transport and Main Roads (TMR), we need further action including the development of a centralised database of wildlife strike…

During our recent annual Noosa MP Community Survey, some residents raised the need for increased patrols in national parks during peak times. Following our enquiries and previous advocacy, the Queensland Minister for Environment provided the below information in italics on…

Per our January 2024 Noosa 360 Update, Sandy commissioned local wildlife ecologist Dr Elizabeth Brunton to complete a study on wildlife strikes. The project’s main aim was to map key road-kill hotspots and provide baseline information and recommendations for best-practice…

Per our August 2023 Noosa 360 update, in response to significant community concern regarding wildlife road injuries in the Noosa Electorate, Sandy commissioned local wildlife ecologist Dr Elizabeth Brunton to complete a wildlife study. She has been conducting research on…

Having previously provided a MP Funded ‘Seeds for Change’ grant for wildlife signage and data collection on McKinnon Drive and Cooroy-Noosa Road, in efforts to further reduce wildlife strikes in the Noosa Electorate, Noosa Independent MP Sandy Bolton has outlaid…

Following inquiries as to what the correct procedures are for reporting wildlife injuries and fatalities, there are a number of contacts. For assistance and advice about what to do if you find a sick, injured or orphaned animal,  please visit…

In response to concerns from volunteer wildlife carers regarding the $130,000 set aside in grants to assist them and care groups affected by the 2019/20 bushfires the following response has been provided by the Premier: “The Queensland Government acknowledges the…

Further to an earlier update outlining the Noosa River Marine Zone restrictions impacting jet ski usage in the Noosa River or Personal Watercraft (PWC) as they are referred to, the following information is provided to clarify Queensland regulations as our office continues to receive complaints regarding possible unlawful or unsafe use…

Transparency, accountability and good governance are fundamental to a healthy democracy. Queenslanders deserve confidence that public funds are spent wisely, government decisions properly scrutinised, and elected representatives genuine opportunities to hold ministers to account. That is why the Budget Estimates…

As discussed in our May update, we asked a Question on Notice of the Minister for Primary Industries seeking clarification on: when the trial decision-making framework to assess alternative shark mitigation technologies and strategies will be delivered what criteria will…

To access the photos from the Queensland Day Awards event, please visit here. Order of ceremony is alphabetical in order of the recipient’s last name.  Jackie Andrews from Waves of Kindness Jackie is an exceptional volunteer whose friendly nature &…

With the beginning of whale migration season, our ongoing advocacy regarding Queensland’s Shark Control Program on behalf of residents, organisations and stakeholders, including Oceans For All, continues, including on a potential trial for whale deterrent technologies to prevent net entanglements.…

With concerns raised by constituents about the use of opera house yabby traps in Queensland waters, and their impacts on air-breathing aquatic wildlife such as long-necked turtles and platypus, we asked the Minister for Primary Industries whether Queensland would consider…

In a recent parliamentary speech, Sandy raised Noosa’s concerns with Queensland’s Shark Control Program and urged the State Government to act on community feedback and Noosa Council’s request for a trial to replace shark nets with safe alternative measures during…

Our advocacy has continued regarding reckless electric bike, scooter and illegal motorbike usage with the latest updates below, including recent responses from the Minister for Transport and Main Roads (TMR). We will continue to post when new information becomes available…

The following article was authored by Sandy Bolton MP and published in the Noosa Today on the 7th of September 2025. The demonstrations across Australia regarding the federal government’s immigration/population policies, and lack of clarity around, have highlighted what can occur…

The Estimates process is a crucial one, providing opportunity to find out how public funds are being spent or not spent, whether what communities had sought was being delivered or not, and ultimately, ensure what is passes the ‘pub test’.…

Welcome to our new look newsletter everyone, with thanks to staffer Jack and feedback appreciated! Now to the month where amongst the many wonderful moments, the Citizenship Ceremony was especially heartwarming with fifty-four of our newest Noosa family members from…

Since the release of the Queensland Shark Management Plan 2025-2029 covered in our May 2025 Noosa 360 update, we have received more responses to our advocacy from the Minister for Primary Industries as well conducted further research, which is collated…

In what is a first for National Parks in Queensland, following the efforts of Dion and Josie Lawrence, the Containers for Change (COEX) Noosa Express Recycling team with support from the Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service (QPWS) and the Department…

To access the photos from the event, please visit here. Order of ceremony is alphabetical in order of the recipient’s last name.  Julie Ainscough from Noosa Womens Shed Inc  Julie has been involved with the Noosa Womens Shed since its…

With construction now underway, residents have raised concerns regarding the increased number of heavy haulage vehicles travelling along Lake Macdonald Drive, particularly regarding alleged speeding. We have collated the following information from our advocacy, which includes truck volumes and actions…

Rebuilding Trust & Integrity As I shared in a Parliamentary speech, Pope Francis made positive changes in many realms through equity, compassion and collaboration, and our leaders must follow his example. As we saw in the federal election, with a…