In response to queries put forward to the office, a Question Without Notice was asked of the Minister for the Environment and the Great Barrier Reef regarding the ongoing environmental impacts on Cooloola Great Walk, please see...
Read MoreNoosa Biosphere Reserve Foundation (NBRS) have informed us on their progress in efforts regarding the trialing of alternative shark control methods in the Noosa Biosphere Reserve. At last year’s Marine Species Protection...
Read MoreHaving discussed environmental concerns regarding the proposed camp sites for the Cooloola Great Walk directly with the Minister again last week, it was reiterated that the sites for the proposed camps are still undergoing...
Read MoreIn response to queries from constituents seeking guidance for when tree growth laws impact solar panel efficiency, we have been advised the following from the Deputy Premier, Minister for State Development, Infrastructure, Local...
Read MoreThe establishment of a public sex offenders register continues to be a prevalent topic in the Noosa electorate, wider Queensland community and in headlines. In our annual Noosa MP community survey, over 80% of respondents...
Read MoreIn response to queries regarding safety related incidents on Noosa River, we have obtained the following which occurred between 1 January 2020 and 31 December 2021. ALL AGENCIES COMBINED Infringement Formal warning TOTAL Speed...
Read MoreFurther to previous updates and following discussions between Sandy and Minister Scanlon, and also her staff, we have been advised the following: Whilst a document listing sites for cabins/safari tents was sent as part of the...
Read MoreA Marine Zone was setup in Noosa in 2009 under Maritime Safety Queensland (MSQ) legislation to manage certain activities, including limitations on jet ski usage, within the Noosa River and to balance the needs of maritime users...
Read MoreFurther to our previous update on 8 February, we have received a response from the Minister’s office regarding use of the Vegetation Management Act. They advise below in italics: There could never be a permanent declaration...
Read MoreAssistance for individuals: Personal Hardship Assistance and Essential Services Hardship Assistance For information on Personal Hardship Assistance and Essential Services Hardship Assistance, contact the Community Recovery...
Read MoreIn response to concerns regarding increases in home insurance premiums due to changes in government mapping, in association with the Coastal Hazards Adaptation Plan (CHAP), we have been provided the following information to...
Read MoreCOVID-19 SUPPORT – 1300 654 687 The QLD government is providing a range of supports for businesses affected by COVID-19 including payroll tax return deferral, land tax relief and retraining for both staff and employers. Business...
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A month of extremes which seems to be becoming the norm?! We had wonderful ceremonies and...
Read MoreIn response to questions regarding current vs historic figures for Cooloola, including both Vehicle Permits and Camping Numbers, we have been provided the following. These figures indicate a decrease of visitors in 2020 when...
Read MoreIn response to queries requesting an update on the Sunshine Motorway, Department of Transport and Main Road (TMR) provided the following information. Please note the Sunshine Motorway is not within the Noosa State Electorate nor...
Read MoreThe impacts to our mental health and fitness have increasingly been of concern in our community and across the state and Australia, particularly with the added impacts of Covid on many facets of our life. Further to our update...
Read MoreNOOSA RIVER SPEED CONSULTATION UPDATE #1 Marine Safety Queensland (MSQ) has commenced community consultation on proposed speed limit reduction changes in the lower part of the Noosa River (refer previous post). This follows a...
Read MoreFollowing concerns raised from residents regarding changes to Land, Explosives and Other Legislation Amendment Bill in 2019 and specifically concerns regarding paper vs electronic titles deeds. We have received the following...
Read MoreAs per previous updates, the Noosa River Stakeholder Advisory Committee (NRSAC) has had discussions with Maritime Safety Queensland (MSQ) about doing consultation on a proposal to permanently reduce speed limits on Noosa River...
Read MoreWith the court case drawing closer, there is understandable duress in our communities, however please be mindful of social media commentary, as well care and look out for each other. COUNCIL/TMR/POLICE SUMMARY Legal case:...
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