Media Releases in News – Noosa Shire Council

Noosa Council rate notices issued

Noosa ratepayers will receive their Noosa Council rate notices in the mail this week (week commencing July 18, 2022).

Black Mountain Road rebuild to be a lengthy delicate process

The reconstruction of Black Mountain Road will run into the tens of millions of dollars. Given the extent of work involved, it is likely to be completed in mid-2024.

Four-week consultation to shape Council's housing strategy begins

From today, residents are urged to help shape Noosa Council’s new Draft Housing Strategy by answering a short survey either online or at pop-up stalls around town in July.

Technology to be put to the test as Firetech trials begin

Drones, fuel moisture sensors, robots and AI cameras are just some of the technology to be put to the test in the trial phase of Council’s Firetech Connect program.

Mayors back new SEQ appointment for Brisbane 2032 Organising Committee South East Queensland

Mayors have backed Noosa Mayor Clare Stewart to join the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games Organising Committee, following a vote at today’s Council of Mayors (SEQ) Board meeting.

Economy at forefront of record 2022-23 Budget

Noosa Council’s 2022-23 budget centres on boosting the local economy, protecting our environment and maintaining levels of service for the shire.

Roads and transport feature in $42M capital works program

Council’s $160 million budget includes an ambitious $42 million capital works program.

Budget linked to Liveability Survey feedback to support business

Ensuring Noosa has a strong, diverse business community into the future is a key part of the Noosa Council 2022-23 budget.

Short-stay renewal fees deferred for 12 months

Noosa Council has deferred the introduction of annual fees for short-stay property owners until after a review of Noosa’s new Short-Stay Local Law.

Council awaits Kin Kin Quarry case decision

Noosa Mayor Clare Stewart says Council staff and the hinterland community are now anxiously awaiting the final decision of the Planning and Environment Court, relating to the Kin Kin Quarry case.

Help develop Council's Draft Housing Strategy

The community is being asked for their views on a draft Housing Strategy, council hopes will help address the challenging housing crisis in Noosa

Grant funds to boost environment and climate change projects

Council has also awarded seven Environment Project Grants and 10 Environment Organisation Alliance Grants, this round, worth a combined $211,751.

Noosa welcomes Sunshine Coast's biosphere designation

Noosa Council and Noosa Biosphere Reserve Foundation have welcomed Sunshine Coast Council to UNESCO’s Man and the Biosphere Program.

Six artists supported through RADF grants

Six local artists and arts community groups have shared in more than $25,000 worth of funding in the latest Noosa Regional Arts Development Fund (RADF) grant round.

$350,000 in latest Community Grants round

Council has approved more than $350,000 for community groups, events and projects in the first Community Grants round of 2022/23.