Media Releases in News – Noosa Shire Council

Council trials hinterland customer service desk

Council’s customer service team has branched out into the hinterland with the launch of a new satellite help desk at Cooroy Library.

Council announces an extensive program of community engagement for the first term of Council

Noosa Council will embark on an extensive program of community engagement initiatives for 2024 to ensure residents' voices continue to shape decision-making on key strategic projects for Noosa Shire.

Free Family Wellness Activities at Thrive Event

Unlock the power of community resilience at Noosa Council's Thrive Wellness: Renewal and Recovery event this weekend at the Cooroy Library.

Council calls on LGAQ and Council of Mayors to help in fight for protection of local planning schemes

Noosa Council has taken its concerns over the state’s plan to override local councils and their planning schemes in the delivery of affordable housing to peak advocacy groups.

Council opposes state move to bypass Noosa’s planning scheme

Noosa Mayor Frank Wilkie has called on the community to oppose state planning changes that enable developers to bypass Council’s planning scheme.

Wet weather fails to dampen progress on $45.9M capital works program

Despite prolonged wet weather – including 28 rain days in March alone – Council is making solid progress on its $45.9 million capital program, and a $127-million suite of flood recovery projects.

Council reminds dog owners of the importance of paying their registration fees

Noosa Council is urging dog owners to pay their registration fees to avoid heavy penalties.

Noosa Council welcomes state’s promised Noosa River reforms

Noosa Council has welcomed the suite of Noosa River reforms the state government announced on Friday, including a commitment to remove derelict and abandoned vessels from the river.

Noosa Botanic Gardens master plan project begins

Development of a new master plan will help guide future improvements to Noosa’s much loved Botanic Gardens at Lake Macdonald.

Another 26 fines issued in latest illegal camping patrol

Noosa Council’s third illegal camping patrol in just over a week has seen another 26 fines issued.

Noosa Council elects Deputy Mayor and Local Disaster Management Group Deputy Chair

Noosa Mayor Frank Wilkie says Councillors have opted for experience with today’s vote appointing Cr Brian Stockwell as Deputy Mayor, and Cr Jess Phillips as Disaster Management Group Deputy Chair.

Illegal camping blitz continues with 40 fines issued

Council’s illegal camping crackdown continues with patrols late last week and over the Easter weekend resulting in 40 fines issued.

New council ready for the next four years

Mayor Frank Wilkie and councillors have taken their oath of office for the 2024-2028 term during an official Swearing in Ceremony.

Call for patience in Noosa road repairs and maintenance work

The community is being asked for its patience as crews begin the significant restoration effort of local roads, after the recent wet weather.

New tech trial and community support to help keep Noosa litter free

We can all help keep Noosa beautiful. That’s the message from Council’s waste team as it prepares to deal with the extra burden on public bins in tourist centres such as Hastings Street this Easter.