Media Releases in News – Noosa Shire Council

Budget 21-22 looks to revive and build a better Noosa Shire

A modest operating surplus and a general rate rise of no more than CPI for most ratepayers are the cornerstones of the Noosa Council budget, handed down today.

More than $45 million for 2021/22 capital works program

Council’s draft $153 million 2021/22 budget includes Noosa’s biggest ever capital works program, with projects totalling $47 million.

Council commit to stronger collaboration with Tourism Noosa

There’s a renewed commitment for stronger collaboration between Noosa Council and Tourism Noosa to shape the future of the industry in the shire. The commitment emerged from a Council Special Meeting.

Go Noosa results steady despite COVID impacts

Council’s free Go Noosa holiday buses have maintained steady patronage levels over the peak 2020-21Christmas/New year period despite the impacts of COVID.

Extra burns and wider trails as Council takes aim at bushfire threat

More planned burns, additional fire trails, extra staff resources and wider trails all feature in Council’s new plan to reduce Noosa’s bushland reserve fire risk.

Experienced leader squares up for new role

Larry Sengstock’s resume packs quite a punch. As Council’s new Director for Infrastructure Services, Sengstock comes to Noosa fresh from planning and delivering Victoria’s $57 million Gippsland Regional Aquatic Centre and the $19 million transformation of Traralgon Sports Stadium for Latrobe City Council.

Open Letter calls on Cordwell Resources to reduce truck movements

Noosa Mayor Clare Stewart has renewed calls for Cordwell Resources to reduce truck movements during peak school times.

MoU to strengthen ties between Noosa Council and USC

A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between Noosa Council and the University of the Sunshine Coast is set to pave the way for new education, research and on-the-job training opportunities.

Noosa Council calls for feedback on Draft 2021/22 Budget

Residents are invited to have a say on Noosa Council’s Draft 2021/22 Budget.

Mayor calls on Minister to act to prevent quarry truck fatality

Noosa Mayor Clare Stewart has called on the state government to act on Kin Kin residents’ safety concerns about quarry trucks using Pomona Kin Kin Road.

New heritage portal set to open up our past

It’s been more than nine months in the making, but Noosa is in for a treat with the Wednesday launch of Heritage Noosa – a brand new online portal showcasing Noosa’s history.

New exhibition observes the uniqueness of wood-fired practices in the Cooroy region

Flame Path – Noosa Regional Gallery’s latest exhibition – showcases an array of national and international ceramic artists.

Strong credit rating for Council

Noosa Council’s strong financial management has contributed to the organisation receiving a sound credit rating.

Early works for stage 1 Tewantin Bypass

Early works will start in a few weeks on the first stage of the Tewantin Bypass.

Council seeks community views in satisfaction survey

Council's biennial Community Satisfaction Survey is underway and we want to know what you think. If you don't receive a phone call, you can fill out the form online until 24 May.