As we find ourselves well into the second part of the year Council works continue at full speed. Councillors have endorsed the appointment of three local residents to join the new project control group (PCG) to guide Noosa’s new Destination Management Plan. Nathaniel Bromley, Wayne Kayler-Thomson and Michael Tarrant were chosen from a field of 29 candidates. They will fill the three community positions on the PCG overseeing the process and have the skills and expertise to provide quality professional advice to support the creation of the DMP. As they are all Noosa locals their involvement will also ensure Noosa residents’ relationship to the Shire is a key consideration every step of the way.
Our capital works programme continues to deliver. Asphalting and the installation of temporary lane markers on Noosa Parade will start on the evening of Sunday 11 September 2022 between Munna Point Bridge and Garth Prowd Bridge. This nightwork is being completed as part of the Noosa Parade corridor upgrade. All on- street parking bays along Noosa Parade between the Munna Point Bridge and the Garth Prowd Bridge must be removed to allow for the road surface to be replaced. The parking will be removed from 5:00pm 9 September 2022 and motorists are encouraged to use on-street parking in adjoining side streets. Similarly, traffic will be reduced to one lane while the asphalting is being completed and traffic control will be in place. We thank you for your patience and understanding while these works are being completed.
Along with roads, we are also upgrading ‘Trail 5’ known as Cooroora Trail, which links Pomona to Cooran via the Tuchekoi National Park. The upgrade will improve trail-to-town connectivity, increase the use of the trails for educational and recreational activities, drive tourism and enhance their effectiveness as fire breaks throughout the bushland. The upgrade will include trail realignment, selective widening, resurfacing, drainage and new wayfinding interpretative signage. Subject to favourable weather and construction conditions this work will be completed by December 2022.
The Sobraon Street slope project at Sunrise Beach is underway. Works start over the coming days to build a new section of stormwater pipe which is required as part of remediation works. A small section of the sandy slope near the lower section of Sobraon Street at Sunrise Beach was damaged during intense rain earlier this year. There may be some minor traffic disruptions while work is underway, and again, we appreciate affected residents’ understanding.
Coming into warmer months, our Noosa Aquatic Centre is set to get an upgrade in the form of a new shade sail at the Southern end of the 25-metre pool. The sail will be a combination of both PCV and shade cloth similar to the structure at the end of the 50-metre pool. The waterproof PVC membrane will cover the concourse to keep that end of the pool dry for coaches and spectators while the area directly over the pool will be shade cloth to provide shade for pool users. This work is funded by the Qld Government’s South East Queensland Community Stimulus Package in association with Noosa Council.
Finally, a reminder that our free weekend Bus trial is up and running. Avoid parking hassles and try taking a bus. Uptake of the free weekend services will determine the success of the trial so make the most of the opportunity to get around town on the weekends for free.
Until next month, stay safe,
