OF PARTICULAR concern was the recent passing of legislation giving powers to state government to override local government planning laws with regards to the provision of affordable housing. Even though assurance was provided that the state would work with councils and full community consultation will be undertaken, I have submitted concerns and ask residents to do the same via www.bit.ly/HousingCouncil2024. Yes, we have needed this housing for years, however it must be in line with the expectations of our community, and genuinely affordable to our key industry workers.
Over yummy lamingtons, we celebrated the incredible Marcus Beach Coastal Bushcare team and the work they do for us. From bush regeneration and restoration to working with schools and fundraising, they do it all! With our Noosa MP grant funding, some much-needed IT maintenance on their website has been done so you now have easy access to identifying ‘nasties’ in your own yard, as well as what to plant. Thank you to the committee and all other volunteers, especially our youngsters, you are deeply appreciated. If you would like to get involved, or need information on local plants, weeds and gardening using native plants, visit https://mbba.org.au
Upcoming changes to anchoring and mooring on the Noosa River have been released, with information also available on Noosa 360. We have been assured that any residents in hardship impacted by the transition for greater safety for all users and to the river itself will be provided supports. Thank you to Kell and the Maritime Safety Queensland team for this commitment, and to all residents who have contributed to this very long journey which is nearly complete.
To finish, regarding the Cooloola Great Walk Eco-tourism Project, we expect an announcement in the next month to our request for no commercially built structures in Great Sandy National Park, as well as an amendment to the Nature Conservation Act to remove the possibility of a similar proposal in the future. Both the Minister for Tourism and the Minister for Environment have assured us that they are working in line with our community’s expectations, and we will update as soon as received.
With so much to share and not much space, please stay ’in the loop’ via Noosa 360 with updates on a range of important issues we are working on. In addition, follow ‘Sandy Bolton MP’ on Facebook to receive information as soon as available, and subscribe to our e-newsletter at www.SandyBolton.com/Newsletters which also ensures you are advised when Noosa specific surveys are held. Always, if you have any questions or require assistance regarding state-related matters, do not hesitate to contact my office on 53193100.