Council welcomes $156,000 community safety boost

Noosa Council has welcomed a $155,920 grant from the Federal Government to upgrade Hastings Street’s ageing CCTV system.

The funding will enable Council to install extra cameras near the bus interchange and to replace outmoded existing cameras. The system will also incorporate new number-plate-recognition technology.

Deputy Mayor Frank Wilkie says the new CCTV system will help police with their work.

“The Hastings Street precinct’s crime rate is low, but having this new technology will ensure police will have a powerful investigative tool if and when needed,” the Deputy Mayor said.

Council applied for the funding through the Federal Government’s $40 million Safer Communities Fund. Federal Member for Wide Bay, Llew O’Brien, announced the successful grant.

Hastings Street Association spokesperson Shane Harvey joined Cr Wilkie in welcoming the funding.

“This project will provide residents and visitors added peace of mind as they enjoy the Hastings Street precinct," Mr Harvey said. "I thank the Noosa Council for their collaboration in the grant application, and the Federal Government for this significant investment.”

25 May 2018