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MINUTES

of the

GENERAL MEETING

CHAIRMAN: Cr R Dyne (Mayor)

Held in the Boardroom Town Hall

2 Caledonian Hill Gympie Qld 4570

On Wednesday 18 April 2012 At 9.00 am

General Meeting 18 April 2012

Gympie Regional Council

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Gympie Regional Council GENERAL

Mayor RJ Dyne (Chairman), Crs AJ Perrett, GL Engeman, RA Gâté, LJ Friske, DR Neilson, IT Petersen, J Watt and JA Walker

APPOINTMENTS etc.

CONTENTS: SECTION 1: OPEN WITH PRAYER .................................................................................................. 3

LEAVE OF ABSENCE .......................................................................................................................... 3

SECTION 2: APOLOGIES ............................................................................................................... 3

SECTION 3: CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS GENERAL MEETING ................... 3

SECTION 4: PETITIONS ................................................................................................................. 4 4/1 PETITION – SUPPORTING A FREE RANGE PIG FARM (MAXIMUM 100 PIGS) AT 355 STERLING

ROAD, KANDANGA CREEK....................................................................................................... 4 PETITION – KOALA SIGNS .................................................................................................................... 7 PETITION – NO. 4 PUMP STATION – TIN CAN BAY ................................................................................. 9

SECTION 5: OTHER MATTERS ................................................................................................... 10 5/1 COASTAL COUNCILS ADAPTATION TASKFORCE (C-CAT) ESTABLISHMENT UPDATE .................. 10 5/2 2011-0590 – RECONFIGURING A LOT – SUBDIVISION TO CREATE 21 ADDITIONAL LOTS – 62

NOOSA ROAD, MONKLAND – S.A & F.M JONES, J.L & A CONDON, AND G.E & K.A MALLON .... 14 5/3 2011-1798 – MATERIAL CHANGE OF USE – CARAVAN PARK (EXTENSION TO CARAVAN PARK –

BUSH CAMPING AREA) – 504 ROSSMORE ROAD, KILKIVAN – KILKIVAN BUSH CAMPING ........... 34 5/4 BELLWOOD ROAD – SUBDIVISION AGREEMENT FOR ROAD UPGRADING ................................... 49 5/5 CAPITAL WORKS PROGRAM – PROPOSED ALLOCATION OF CONTRIBUTIONS ............................ 51 5/6 2011/12 – T018 NDRRA FLOODWAY & CULVERT REPAIRS – MUDLO ROAD, WATCHBOX ROAD

& MARGOO ROAD. ................................................................................................................ 53 5/7 REQUEST FOR EXTENSION OF BUS ROUTE S271 ................................................................... 54 5/8 REQUEST FOR EXTENSION OF BUS ROUTE – DIXON ROAD ..................................................... 56 5/9 REQUEST FOR EXTENSION OF BUS ROUTE IN CURRA AREA P1579 ........................................ 59

SECTION 6: GENERAL BUSINESS ............................................................................................. 61 TOURISM STATUS IN QLD IN RELATION TO GYMPIE ............................................................................... 61 OFFICE ACCOMMODATION – OLD POST OFFICE BUILDING LEASE ......................................................... 61

SECTION 7: IN COMMITTEE ........................................................................................................ 62

SECTION 8: ATTACHMENTS ....................................................................................................... 62



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The meeting commenced at 9:06 am.

PRESENT: Mayor Cr R.J. Dyne (Chairman), Cr A.J. Perrett, Cr G.L. Engeman, Cr I.T. Petersen, Cr L.J. Friske, Cr R.A. Gâté, Cr D.R. Neilson, Cr J. Watt and Cr J.A. Walker.

Also in attendance were Chief Executive Officer (Mr B.J. Smith),

and Minutes Clerk (Mrs S Lowe). DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST BY COUNCILLORS

SECTION 1: OPEN WITH PRAYER Rev. Gary McClintock from Gympie Wesleyan Methodist offered a

Prayer for the advancement of the Region and the true welfare of its people.

One Minute’s silence was observed for family and friends of deceased

residents of the Region.

LEAVE OF ABSENCE SECTION 2: APOLOGIES

SECTION 3: CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS

GENERAL MEETING G09/04/12 Moved: Cr R.A. Gâté Seconded: Cr J.A. Walker

That the Minutes of the Gympie Regional Council General Meeting held on 4 April 2012 be taken as read and confirmed.

Carried



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SECTION 4: PETITIONS

4/1 Petition – Supporting a Free Range Pig Farm (Maximum 100 pigs) at

355 Sterling Road, Kandanga Creek. Re: G10/04/12 Petition – Supporting a Free Range Pig Farm

(Maximum 100 pigs) at 355 Sterling Road, Kandanga Creek.

From: Resident of the Region containing 336 Signatories. File: Doc ID: 1567605 2011-124 Date: 11 April 2012 “We are a group of families who are direct neighbours (within 500 metres) of the property at Lot 4 Mitchell Creek Road Kandanga, where a free range pig farm is proposed for development. The purpose of this letter is to express our support for the proposed project in contrast to what you may have been informed. We are communicating with you because we are concerned about the decision to reject a legitimate farm development on zoned rural land in Kandanga, and believe that this project deserves to be supported. Early 2011 we became aware of the development proposal and have also been clearly made aware of ONE neighbour objection. This objection was not supported by any other adjacent property owners. We do not reject farming projects and have no objections to having a free range pig farm on the 53 hectare property that is adjacent to our properties. Before the free range pig farm application had been given a chance for a fair appraisal an appeal against the application was forced upon the township, and signed by people who live beyond our immediate location and by people outside the local town. The appeal raises unwarranted concerns about the pig farm from a neighbour who has objections to pigs and believes their property will lose value with pigs next door. We welcome new neighbours and the interest in using the rural property for farming. We categorically state that we have no objection to an outdoor rotational pig farm in our neighbourhood. We feel that the Peskops would be very desirable neighbours with their enthusiasm to work hard in sustainable farming practises and



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we support their , pig farm project. A farm with free ranging pigs can co-exist with the surrounding areas especially from a rural use. We hope that this clears the misconception that all local residents are opposed to the proposed pig farm.

PETITION TO GYM PIE REGIONAL COUNCIL IMPORTANT TO ALL GYMPIE /SUNSHINE COAST /SOUTH EAST

QUEENSLAND RESIDENTS.

ALL WE WANT IS A FAIR Go THE SUBJECT OF THE PETITION IS TO APPROVE THE

APPLICATION FOR A SMALL FREE RANGE PIG FARM AT 355 STERLING ROAD, KANDANGA CREEK (MAXIMUM 100 PIGS). THE PURPOSE OF THIS PETITION IS TO CLEARLY STATE TO

GYM PIE COUNCIL THAT DIVERSE ENVIRONMENTALLY SOUND AGRICULTURE VENTURES SHOULD BE ALLOWED IN THE

GYMPIE REGION. We need your support to let Gympie Council know that the community are not opposed to the Free Range Pig Farm in Kandanga. Agriculture and farming is slowly fading away from South East Queensland. Particularly in the Mary Valley in the wake of the Traveston dam when many farms were bought by the government. We need to clearly state to Gympie Council that we do not want see good old farming lost from our area forever. It's time to rebuild these farms and have diverse agriculture allowed in the Gympie region. Please sign the petition below to show your support for sustainable farming in Gympie and help us inform the Council that we want local agriculture and give the applicants a chance. Why do we need your support? • We will comply with state and national authority rules and regulations (Please see attached Fact Sheet) • We are a small (maximuml00 pigs) free range pig farm that is perceived as something different. • To counter negative and incorrect information previously petitioned. • To keep local farming alive. • To promote free range farming and its benefits to the community without detriment to the surrounding areas. • To give a young Australian family a fair go. • To help the local economy. • To provide good and humane environment for the animals. • To provide healthy alternative meat to the local area. • To provide food that is free of contamination with health harming chemicals • To provide tastier food that lasts longer



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• To provide Ecologically Friendly organic Agriculture

FACT SHEET

Some important facts about the Free Range Pig farm at 355 Sterling road Kandanga Creek.

• The proposed free range pig farm has taken every consideration of the environment, surrounding lands and waterways. The plans meet both primary industries Queensland and National guidelines

• Pig paddocks are 200 metres from frontage • Pig paddocks are more than 20 metres from side or rear boundaries • Pig paddocks are more than 100 metres from any creek • Pig paddocks are more than 250 metres from any dwelling on surrounding land.

• The proposed pig farm is for ONLY 10 sows grazing pasture

over 10 hectares; that's 1 sow for every 2.4 acres.

• The total pig numbers (100 pigs) will produce effluent equivalent of 6 dairy cows; yet, the manure from the free-range pig farm will be carefully managed, composted and evenly distributed. There is no requirement for effluent management for 6 dairy cattle on the same size property.

• During normal operation, the free range pig produces

comparable impacts to a cattle, sheep, or freerange poultry agribusiness.

• It is emphasised that the poor reputation of "piggeries" is largely

as a result of people's experience with intensive, indoor facilities or badly managed, outdoor facilities where pigs are penned in a confined yard and not rotated on pasture.

• The objective of this farm is to nurture the pigs, gradually

improve the paddock and care for the wider environment. Effluent on the paddock will be of lower volume than the equivalent cattle grazing enterprise.

• Dust, fumes, spray, drift, light and noise will have a predictably

lower impact on adjoining land uses than many common alternative agricultural pursuits - a market garden for instance



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requires regular spreading of fertilisers and often the spraying of harmful chemicals.

• Storm water runoff is managed during periods of wet weather

and increased stormwater runoff, existing buffers and vegetative filter strips would provide nutrient filtering and slow down the movement of water. Soil testing will ensure that the NPK loading does not exceed the recommendations of the National Environmental Guidelines - Piggeries.

• There should be no impact on surface water as our free range

piggery is not classed as a direct discharge industry and our by-products will be used on our paddocks. With only 100 pigs spread over 10 ha the effluent build up will be negligible.

• As we are classed as a rotational outdoor piggery, problems

which may be encountered by indoor piggeries such as inadequate sealing of flooring, drains, ponds or by-product storage areas, will not impact on groundwater quality. There is also an existing clay layer 14.3 m below that will prevent ground water contamination.

• There will be no harmful traffic; a farm vehicle and a box trailer

will be used to transport pigs to market approximately once a fortnight. All loading and unloading of animals will be only carried out on our land within the pig keeping areas.

• The proposed free range pig farm will NOT have a negative

impact on surrounding property values.

• The proposed free range pig farm will NOT negatively impact the environment.”

G10/04/12 Moved: Cr A.J. Perrett Seconded: Cr I.T. Petersen That the Petition be received and referred to a future Council

meeting for consideration.

Carried

Petition – Koala Signs Re: G11/04/12 Petition – Koala Signs From: Kath O’Donnell and 208 other Signatories. File: Doc ID: 1568437 Date: 11 April 2012



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“Enclosed with this letter, is the petition some of the concerned residents of Widgee, and also visitors to our region, have signed, with the purpose of getting signage placed in strategic positions, to help make our roads safe for the Koalas in our area. Our suggestions are to have signs with "The Sunshine Coast Koala Rescue Service" on them, as a lot of residents do not know who to phone if they find a sick or injured koala. Murray and Ray are two brothers who run the Koala Rescue Service, and they travel from The Gold Coast to Maryborough collecting sick and injured koalas at a minutes notice. We did a survey about two years ago to ascertain the places where koalas were most likely to have their corridors. What we learnt from that survey was that there are many places that the koalas visit regularly. They also cross many roads in the area to get to their feed trees. We are really concerned with their welfare, as there are many breeding adults in the area, and residents regularly find koalas that have been hit by cars and killed. A friend of mine recently stopped to let a female with a very small joey on it's back, cross Power Rd. Places where koalas have been sighted are around the Kabi Cres area, the Widgee School, where the children regularly see them in the trees there. Power Rd, around the Community Complex and also all the way down the road and in Janke Rd. Around the Widgee Sports Ground where there is a corridor of feed trees for them. Also all the way along Upper Widgee Rd and in Thornside Rd. They have also been seen around the Station Creek bridge area and in Woolooga Gympie Rd area at Widgee. If you would like to see a copy of the survey, I can make that available to you as well.

Thank you for considering our recommendations.”

PETITION “To the CEO of the Gympie Regional Council This petition of residents of Widgee draws your attention to the fact that the koala, an iconic wildlife species in our area, has become an endangered species. The major threat lies in the loss of habitat, lost to roads, housing estates and schools. In addition, koalas die through fires, killing by dogs, and removal of corridors to maximise property surfaces. Most of these impacts are the result of growing human population. On behalf of all of us, Queensland Premier Ms Anna Bligh has stated that "inheritance of wildlife carries with it a responsibility to protect and preserve it. As Queensland grows we need to hold onto the land for natural habitat and green spaces; our unique lifestyle depends on it."



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We respectfully request that the Gympie Regional Council, through all relevant planning services empowered to control land, buildings and human impact on nature, immediately initiate best practices for the protection of the koala habitat as a threatened species. We therefore request that the Gympie Regional Council initiates the placing of KOALA signs, with the phone numbers of the Sunshine Coast Koala Rescue team on them, on roads in the area where Koalas have been sighted.”

G11/04/12 Moved: Cr G.L. Engeman Seconded: Cr J.A. Walker

That the Petition be received and referred to a future Council


Carried

Petition – No. 4 Pump Station – Tin Can Bay Re: G12/04/12 Petition – No. 4 Pump Station – Tin Can Bay From: Ken & Lyn Dodt and 218 other Signatories. File: Doc ID: 1569149 Date: 16 April 2012

“As ratepayers, residents and visitors of Tin Can Bay, we the undersigned are submitting this petition to Council regarding the sewerage overflow of pump station No.4 located on Esplanade, Tin Can Bay. The raw sewerage overflows across the public walkway and surrounding area and then runs into the creek/open drain nearby ending up in the bay itself thus polluting our pristine waterways. This overflowing occurs each time following heavy rainfall, three or four times a year. The usual action taken by Council is to barricade the contaminated area off to prevent the public from walking in raw sewerage. This is the section of our foreshore most used by the general public for recreation as it has a playground, bbq facilities, amenity block and a large stretch of safe swimming beach. It attracts many visitors as well as school excursions. No doubt the problem must be of very considerable concern to Council as it poses a real health hazard to all users of this park and nearby waterways. We, the undersigned, call upon Council to take urgent action to fix this ongoing problem.”



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G12/04/12 Moved: Cr L.J. Friske Seconded: Cr G.L. Engeman

That the Petition be received and referred to a future Council


Carried Director of Planning & Development Mr Mike Hartley entered the

meeting at 9.14 am.

SECTION 5: OTHER MATTERS

5/1 Coastal Councils Adaptation Taskforce (C-CAT) establishment update Re: G13/04/12 Coastal Councils Adaptation Taskforce (C-CAT)

establishment update From: LGAQ File: 1/2/2/0017 Date: 07 February 2012 “I’m writing to you to provide a brief update on the progress made toward the establishment of the Coastal Councils Adaptation Taskforce (C-CAT) and to request that an in principle contingency for the C-CAT membership be set aside in the 2012/2013 Council Budget. The C-CAT will be a dedicated local government led and managed alliance, supported by the LGAQ, to collectively prepare, plan and adapt for sea level rise and other coastal impacts of climate change. The C-CAT will also provide the State and Commonwealth with a single point of contact to engage and work with Queensland local government. Council members of the C-CAT can expect strong linkages and information flows from these spheres of government coupled with a real opportunity to make their collective voices heard and influence the broader policy agenda. For such a Taskforce to work, it was important to ensure strong council engagement in the establishment of its purpose, objectives and action plan. Following the LGAQ’s call for expressions of interest in participating in the establishment of the Taskforce, an Establishment Committee was formed in June 2011, comprising representatives from 21 Queensland coastal councils and supported by the LGAQ. To date, the Committee has:



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- undertaken a thorough process of stakeholder needs and activities consultation, including a survey of coastal council’s adaptation activities and products;

- prepared and endorsed the C-CAT Purpose and Objectives; and

- prepared a draft Terms of Reference, Operational Model and Action Plan.

It is anticipated that the final documentation for the formal commencement of the C-CAT will be completed and briefings to all coastal council Mayors and chief executive officers be ready to commence from early May 2012. As most councils are currently preparing their 2012/2013 budgets, we request that if your council wishes to become a member of the C-CAT, an in-principle contingency for the membership fee is set aside. The LGAQ proposes to use the membership subscription formula to determine each council’s contribution. As a result, it is not possible to provide a definitive figure at this time, however, based on a minimum membership of 12 councils and assuming an even mix of large, medium and small councils, your council’s membership fee is estimated to be between $5 000 and $10 000. The fee is for the provision of additional human resources to operationalise the C-CAT secretariat only. The LGAQ is providing all office and HR on-costs.” Executive Summary: Gympie Regional Council has been invited to participate in the Coastal Councils Adaptation Taskforce (C-CAT). Annual membership to the taskforce will be between $5 000.00 - $10 000.00. Council was invited last year to become a member of the C-CAT, although chose not to participate and review this decision in the future. If Council participates in the taskforce it is required to nominate a high level representative and a proxy to attend meetings. Previous Council Considerations: Minute: P17/06/11 Coastal Councils Adaptation Taskforce Report: (Environmental Planning Officer– A.J. Gosley) 1.0 INTRODUCTION The C-CAT acts as a forum to identify needs and share legal, technical, environmental, social and economic information and to identify actions to assist coastal councils in the effective adaptation to coastal climate change adaptation challenges.



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The purpose of C-CAT is ‘to collectively improve capacity to adapt to coastal climate changes through an alliance of Queensland coastal local governments’. The objectives are to: 1. ‘Improve the individual and collective capacity of Queensland

coastal local governments to adapt to coastal climate change challenges through:

a. the sharing of information and experiences relevant to coastal climate change adaptation including:

i. the use and application of common statutory and non-statutory instruments; and

ii. innovative and purpose built tools approaches, and policies specifically tailored by local governments to coastal climate change adaptation challenges; and

iii. local, national and international ‘best practice’ obtained by C-CAT members from research and environmental scanning.

b. the identification of common training and professional development needs that will assist key Queensland coastal local government roles to understand and respond to the challenges of coastal climate change adaptation.

2. Identify, prioritise and initiate, in collaboration with key partner organisations, projects that will assist in delivering a common approach to coastal climate change adaptation by coastal local governments.

3. Identify, prioritise and initiate, in collaboration with key partner organisations, projects that will assist in delivering a common approach to coastal climate change adaptation by coastal local governments.

4. Engage the State and Federal Government agencies and provide advice to LGAQ on policies, programs and initiatives related to coastal climate change adaptation’.

2.0 SERVICE PROVIDED TO C-CAT MEMBERS Participating in the C-CAT will provide the following services: • A legible and credible ‘face’ for the group to external stakeholders,

especially the Australian and State government; • Advocacy for policies, legislation and programs; • Advocacy and negotiation with industry, associations and research

institutions for appropriate research, industry standards, guidelines and codes;

• Alliance-specific research – benchmarking, risk assessment and analysis, monitoring and evaluation, coastal responses, scenario development and projects to meet identified needs arising from research findings;

• Strategic policy development and promotion;



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• Communication and engagement tools to assist members in strengthening the communities and key stakeholder awareness of members leadership, action and commitment to tackling adaptation issues;

• Conduit for accessing and delivering grants and other funding and investment opportunities;

• Partnerships with other local governments, alliances, industries, consultancies, and grouping nationally to access information, services, expertise and cost sharing opportunities; and

• Establishment of pre-qualified consultants and expert panels. 3.0 COST The annual membership fee is estimated to be between $5000.00 and $10 000.00. 4.0 CONCLUSION The benefits to Gympie Regional Council of joining the C-CAT will be minimal. The impacts of the growth and the management of the coastal areas can be adequately undertaken by Council in conjunction with the State Government. Additionally, Council adopted the Environment Strategy in December 2011; this document contains actions that are to be achieved over the next five years. It would be more beneficial to Council that monies allocated in the budget deliberations would be spent on environmental projects across the Gympie Region. Strategic Implications: Corporate Plan: Outcome 3.3 - Demonstrate a commitment to environmentally sustainable development. Operational Plan: Budget: Annual subscription to the taskforce will cost between $5 000.00 – $10 000.00. Legal/Statutory: NA Risks: NA

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That Council not participate in the Coastal Councils Adaptation Taskforce.

Carried

5/2 2011-0590 – Reconfiguring a Lot – Subdivision to Create 21 Additional Lots – 62 Noosa Road, Monkland – S.A & F.M Jones, J.L & A Condon, and G.E & K.A Mallon

RE: G14/04/12 2011-0590 – Reconfiguring a Lot – Subdivision to

Create 21 Additional Lots – 62 Noosa Road, Monkland – S.A & F.M Jones, J.L & A Condon, and G.E & K.A Mallon FILE: 2011-0590 APPLICANT: S.A & F.M Jones, J.L & A Condon

and G.E & K.A Mallon RPD: Lot 8 MPH24560 SITE: 62 Noosa Road, Monkland SITE AREA: 4.095 Hectares PROPOSAL: Reconfiguring A Lot – Subdivision

to Create 21 Additional Lots EXISTING ZONE: Housing PLANNING AREA: Gympie LEVEL OF ASSESSMENT: Code Assessable



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KEY POINT SUMMARY

• Application for Reconfiguring a Lot – Subdivision to create 21 additional lots within the Housing zone.

• Application lodged for assessment against Cooloola Shire Planning Scheme 2005.

• Development proposes to create 21 additional allotments with lot sizes ranging from of 632m2 to 1.119 ha.

• Minimum lot size in the Housing zone is 600m2. • All aspects of the proposed development comply with the

provisions of the Planning Scheme. • Energex is an Advice Agency as there is a substantial electricity

easement over the site. • Reconfiguring a Lot – Subdivision to create 21 Lots

recommended for Approval, subject to conditions. Report: (Planning Officer – S.F. Court) 1.0 INTRODUCTION



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This application seeks Council’s approval for Reconfiguring a Lot to allow the creation of 21 additional Housing allotments on Noosa Road, Monkland. 2.0 SITE DESCRIPTION

The site has an area of 4.095 hectares and is predominately a regular shaped allotment with an irregular southern boundary. It has approximately 20.18 metres of frontage to Noosa Road, which is constructed to a bitumen seal standard. A substantial High Voltage powerline easement currently extends diagonally across the site from the north-eastern corner to the south-eastern corner. The site currently contains a dwelling located along the Noosa Road frontage with the remainder of the site vacant. Vegetation on site generally comprises of grass with scattered trees. Natural surface levels over the site generally vary in height from approximately 55m AHD to approximately 75m AHD. The site falls from the south-eastern and north-eastern area boundaries down to the centre of the site underneath the powerline easement and drain to a low point to the northwest. The site is located in the Housing area of Monkland and has access to existing infrastructure including town water supply and reticulated sewerage. Existing land uses in the locality surrounding the subject site are characterised by a mix of larger rural land holdings and urban lots. 3.0 PROPOSAL This application requests a development permit for the reconfiguring of the site to create a total of 21 additional residential lots and a new road opening. The proposed lot sizes range from 632m2 to 800m2 and three larger lots ranging from 2 647m2 to 1.119 ha. Proposed lots 12, 16 and 22 are larger in area to accommodate land constrained by the Q100 flood level and the electricity easement. There are three (3) new roads, three (3) cul-de-sacs proposed and two (2) of the allotments will have access via an access handle.



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Future operational works that the Applicant has proposed will be subject to a subsequent development application for operational works and will include:

• A new roadway construction and associated stormwater; • Some filling works are proposed over some of the subject site to

provide suitable building areas, to better define overland flow paths for stormwater drainage, and assist in providing vehicular access into each proposed lot;

• Connection into the existing reticulated water supply scheme and sewerage scheme; and

• Street tree planting.



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The proposed layout is reproduced below.



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The site is identified on the following map as being zoned Housing:

The site is identified on no Overlay Maps:

Subject Site



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4.0 ASSESSMENT The proposal is determined to be ‘Code Assessable’ under the arrangements of the Cooloola Shire Planning Scheme 2005 and is subject to assessment against the Gympie Planning Area Code, Reconfiguring a Lot Code, Infrastructure Works Code and Landscaping Code. Gympie Planning Area Code

The proposed development is consistent with the Overall Outcomes sought for the Gympie Planning Area. Reconfiguring a Lot Code Specific Outcome 12 of the Reconfiguration a Lot Code requires that ‘each lot, separate part of a lot or access easement: a. is of sufficient size and suitable proportions to be able to be

capable of being used for its intended purpose; and, b. is not less than the minimum area and dimensions indicated in

Schedule Table 12 minimum Lot Areas, Dimensions and Frontages for the zone in which the lot is located except where no greater number of lots is created, and a lesser and reasonable size is warranted due to pre-existing lot size, …,’

Subject Site



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Schedule Table 12 Minimum Lot Areas, Dimensions and frontages requires that lots in the Housing zone have:

• Minimum 600m2 lot size; • Minimum frontage of 20m per allotment; and • House sites on slopes no greater than 15%.

The proposed development meets the minimum lot size and the minimum road frontage requirements all except for proposed lot 21. Proposed lot 21 has a road frontage of 11.98m and is at the head of the cul-de-sac for proposed new road A. The minimum road frontage for lots at the head of a cul-de-sac as specified in Schedule Table 12 Minimum Lots Areas, Dimensions and frontages is 12 metres. As the road frontage for proposed lot 21 is only 0.02 metres from complying with the Reconfiguring A Lot Code and it is the only lot which does not comply with this Code, it is suggested that sufficient planning grounds exist to recommend that Council support the application in its current form. Infrastructure Works Code The proposal is also considered to meet the majority of outcomes sought by the Infrastructure Works Code. Preliminary design plans for the proposed road layout addressing the requirements of Cooloola Shire Planning Scheme – Policy 8 have been submitted as well as a Stormwater Treatment and Water Quality Management Plan detailing the disposal of stormwater in accordance with the State Planning Policy 4/10 Healthy Waters. A contribution towards the improvements of the urban road network in accordance with Planning Scheme Policy 13: Urban Road Contributions and existing public park or recreation spaces in the general area in accordance with Council’s Planning Scheme Policy 6: Park Contributions are considered applicable to the proposal. . Water Supply and Sewerage Headworks charges are also applicable in accordance with Planning Scheme Policy 7: Water Supply and Sewerage Headworks Contributions, Works External and Works Internal. Landscaping Code Landscaping provisions for a Reconfiguring a Lot development includes:



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“If reconfiguring a lot involving subdivision, street trees are planted at a rate of either: (a) 1 tree per lot; or, (b) 1 tree per 20 metres of road frontage, whichever is the lesser.” The submitted proposal plans did not include a Landscaping plan for the development as the Applicant has advised that street tree planting will be part of a future operational works application. Council has previously resolved not to require street tree planting as part of a subdivision approval for residential lots. 5.0 PLANNING CONSIDERATIONS 5.1 Impact on Amenity No amenity concerns are raised by the proposal given the adjoining Housing zoned allotments to the south and west of the development.

5.2 Site Access and Traffic Consideration of road connections to adjoining lots is not required as adjoining sites all have access to suitable standard of roads within the Housing Zone. 5.3 Flooding The site is subject to Q100 and the 1: 100 ARI peaks at 62.65 metres on AHD. This flood line curves around the north-western portion of the site as demonstrated in the following map:



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The applicant has addressed the flooding constraints as all nominated house sites in the proposal are above the Q100 flood line. Proposed lot 22 also contains the majority of the flood prone area. 5.4 Vegetation There are no areas of any habitat or ecosystem value identified within the site on the Overlay Maps within the Cooloola Shire Planning Scheme 2005. 5.5 Site Contamination The site is not known nor suspected to be contaminated. The site does not appear to have been used for a notifiable activity under the Environmental Protection Act 1994 to the best of the applicants knowledge. 5.6 Services Electricity and telecommunications are available to the site.

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A substantial High Voltage Energex powerline easement currently extends diagonally across the site. Energex are an Advice Agency and have provided comments which are discussed in this report.

6.0 CONSULTATION 6.1 Internal 6.1.1 Design Services Division Report: (Design Services Technical Officer – A.C. Walsh) LEAD-IN ROAD/NEW ROAD Noosa Road leading to the proposed subdivision is constructed to a two (2) lane bitumen road with kerb and channel both sides. The proposal shows the existing house at 62 Noosa Road being removed to allow for a new road to be constructed to service the proposed lots that are located behind the existing line of houses fronting Noosa Road. The road layout is for a main access road terminating in a cul-de-sac, with two (2) shorter roads branching off this road. One of the shorter roads will be terminated in a conventional turnaround and the other in a ‘Y’ turnaround. The ‘Y’ turnaround is proposed as the slope of the ground doesn’t allow for grades for a conventional cul-de-sac head to be achieved. Queensland Street requires parking to be provided adjacent to ‘Y’ turnarounds at the rate of 0.5 bays per frontage lot of the turnaround area. For this proposal five (5) lots front the turnaround area, therefore Council should require three (3) bays to be provided even though access to Lot 13 is via an access strip from the main access road. WATER SUPPLY The existing reticulated water system at this location has sufficient capacity to cater for the additional lots. Water services are required to be provided to all lots. SEWERAGE Although a gravity sewer traverses the lot behind the existing dwelling, the remainder of the lot is lower than this line and therefore cannot connect to this sewer by gravity. One solution would be to install a sewage pump station to service the proposed lots or alternatively the exiting gravity system to the northwest in Noosa Road may be able to be extended to the site. This would require the written permission from



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the owners of a number of properties for this main to traverse their property. STORMWATER DRAINAGE The State Planning Policy for Healthy Waters came into effect on the 28 February 2011. The criteria set out in the Policy requires all subdivisions greater than six lots to address the requirements of the Policy. The Stormwater Treatment and Water Quality Management Plan submitted by Callaghan and Toth addressed the requirements of the Policy with the following findings:- “The developed site was divided into catchments and the proposed treatment train for the development site is listed below:

1. One Bioretention Basin of 80m2 in size will treat the runoff of stormwater from the new road layout, road verge and runoff from gardens and driveways of Lots 1 to 10 and 16 to 21 and roofwater of Lots 15 and 22. The treated runoff is then directed to a proposed Drainage Easement on Lot 22. The bioretention component will remove the remaining nutrients, heavy metals and retard flow. The bioretention system incorporates allowance for a detention zone to attenuate flood flows.

2. Raingardens each of 8m2 in size will treat rainwater tank

overflow and stormwater overflow from the yard and driveway of Lots 11 to 12. The treated runoff is directed to the Drainage Easement in Lot 22. The raingarden’s bioretention component will remove the nutrient, heavy metals and retard flow.

3. Rainwater Tanks will collect water from each house. A total of

twenty-two (22) tanks with a minimum capacity of 5,000 litres per house in accordance with the Queensland Development Code requirements. The tanks are to have potable top-up when 90% empty and an overflow pipe discharging to a stabilised outlet point. The tanks are to be used for the supply of toilets, washing machine cold water and landscaping. The rainwater tanks shall be designed pursuant to the Queensland Development Code (QDC).

The area on Lots 16 and 22 that form the natural gully, and runs through the property on a south-east to north-west direction, have been identified as the receiving environment and as such have not been included in the sub-catchments. This area is defined by the Q100 line and drainage easement boundary. Therefore the sub-catchments that are used have a total area of 2.434 hectares rather than the total area of the site which is 4.095 hectares.”



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The bioretention basin and the raingarden systems will require an ongoing maintenance procedure to ensure these installations continue to remove pollutants from stormwater runoff, as intended by the respective design. A brief maintenance programme for these installations is listed below:- Bioretention Basin General Maintenance:- 12 months following plantings:

• Remove accumulated litter/debris to coarse sediment forebay • Remove accumulated sediments at inlet (coarse sediment

forebay) • Remove impermeable layer if water ponds for more than a few

hours • Reinstate areas that have eroded and any holes in media • Ensure energy dissipation at entry and exit points is adequate

and repair if necessary • Subsoil drains to be cleaned out and accumulated sediment

manually removed from surface of basin and coarse sediment forebays at Off-Maintenance or as required during maintenance period

• Maintenance checklists including associated operating costs for each WSUD measure will be submitted to Council in accordance with the latest version of Healthy Waterways document.

Every ten years:

• Remove the top 50mm of filter material • If after the removal of the top 50mm of filter material the water

ponds for more than 2 hours after inflow stops, test hydraulic conductivity of filter media. (Replace filter media if conductivity is below the minimum of 50 mm/hr).

Raingarden:- Following Off-Maintenance:

• Remove accumulated sediments at inlet • Remove impermeable layer (such as oily or clayey sediment) • Replace plants where necessary (6-10 plants per m2 is

required). Ensure even spacing of plants. • Check if a small clear flow is discharging from seepage pipe to

overflow pit after soaking rain. Repair blockages in pipes if necessary.

• Reinstate areas that have eroded and holes in media • Ensure energy dissipation at entry and exit points is adequate

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Every ten years: • Remove the top 50mm of filter material • If after the removal of the top 50mm of filter material the water

ponds for more than 2 hours after inflow stops, test hydraulic conductivity of filter media. (Replace filter media if conductivity is below the minimum of 50 mm/hr).

It should be noted that after the twelve months maintenance period at the responsibility of the contractor, the bioretention basin will become a Council asset and all continuing cost of maintenance will have to be met by Council. With the raingardens all ongoing maintenance after the first twelve months will be at the householder’s expense. The consultant has submitted a stormwater design for the northern section of the ‘Y’ turnaround area that does not allow for an overland path through either lot 13 or 14. The Queensland Urban Drainage Manual does allow the stormwater design however the drainage system should be designed for a flow rate of four times the 1 in 100 year ARI peak discharge. OTHER SERVICES Power and telecommunication services are to be provided to each lot. Street lighting to be provided to new road as per Cooloola Shire Planning Scheme Policy 8. 6.2 External 6.1.1 Energex The site contains a 60 metre wide Energex electrical easement for a substantial high voltage powerline and as a result the application required referral to Energex as an Advice Agency. Seven (7) of the proposed lots will be on the northern side of the easement with the remainder being on the southern side. Energex acting as an Advice Agency approved the proposal subject to conditions and are summarised below:

• No construction of any buildings, sheds, plant and the like on the electricity easement;

• Any cut and fill levels on the easement and the location of the Energex assets in relation to the development must be approved by Energex;

• Previous Energex conditions must be adhered to; • A final inspection may be carried out by Energex; • Access to the easement and along the easement must be

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• Lighting structures are not permitted in the easement without the written consent of Energex;

• The Developer will be required to supply and install gates where fencing prohibits access to and along the easement area; and

• All easement conditions must be maintained. The proposal complies with these conditions and should the application be approved, a condition will be prepared for the development to adhere to Energex’s requirements. 7.0 CONCLUSION The proposed development complies with the provisions of Council’s Planning Scheme and approval of this application has been recommended.

Design Division Manager Mr Lawry O’Brien entered the meeting at

9.19 am. G14/04/12 Moved: Cr G.L. Engeman Seconded: Cr L.J. Friske

That Council, as Assessment Manager, APPROVE development application 2011-0590 for Reconfiguring a Lot – Subdivision to Create 21 Additional Lots over Lot 8 MPH24560 located at 62 Noosa Road, Monkland, subject to the following conditions: Assessment Manager Conditions Section 1 - Conditions to be Satisfied Prior to Council Signing and

Sealing the Plan of Survey

1.1 The development shall be generally in accordance with the plans submitted with the application (Drawing Ref. D-C01221-01-D drawn by Martoo Consulting Pty Ltd and dated 26/08/2010), except for the following: (i) cul-de-sac head to be modified as per drawing ref.

1140-01A drawn by Callaghan & Toth and dated 02/2012.

1.2 The development herein approved may not start until:

(i) the following development permit has been issued and complied with as required - (a) Development Permit for Operational Work (Site

Works, Roadworks, Kerb and Channelling and Associated Drainage, Stormwater Drainage, Interallotment Drainage, Water Main Construction and Sewer Main Construction and Access Driveways); and



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(ii) development authorised by the above permit/s has been completed to the satisfaction of Council’s Chief Executive Officer.

1.3 Infrastructure charges are payable as follows:

Infrastructure Item Equivalent Units Current Amount Water Headworks 60.9ep $74 042 Sewerage Headworks 59.4ep $112 856 Urban Roads 210.0vte $77 500 Parks 21 Lots $41 160 TOTAL $305 558

but will be subject to indexation annually on 1 July.

1.4 All outstanding rates or charges levied by Council or expenses that are a charge over the subject land under any act are to be paid.

1.5 Lot boundaries are to be approved by Council’s Chief

Executive Officer prior to cadastral survey. 1.6 Access to proposed lots 10, 11, 12, 13 and 20 are to be

constructed in accordance with the requirements of Council’s Standard Drawing No. R-03.

Note: 2.7 metre wide concrete driveway to be constructed to the building areas on proposed lots 10 and 14.

1.7 The entrance and driveway for proposed Lots 12, 13 and 20

are to be constructed to a 2.7 metre wide 2 coat bitumen 125mm asphaltic concrete or reinforced concrete from the invert of the kerb and channel for the full length of the access strip.

1.8 All lots are to be permanently numbered with reflective

numbers on kerbs to the satisfaction of Council’s Chief Executive Officer.

1.9 Any future dwelling house is not to be erected within the

access handle of a hatchet shaped allotment 1.10 Water main/s complete with associated fittings are to be

provided along areas of new road, in accordance with a development permit issued by Council approving the required plans and specifications for such works.

1.11 Water meter/s and services shall be installed to:

(i) all lots approved by this Development Permit, and



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in accordance with a compliance permit for plumbing and drainage work obtained from Council.

1.12 Sewer mains are to be extended to provide connection points to all proposed lots and / or connection points provided in existing sewers where appropriate. Sewer mains are to be provided with connection points installed for all proposed lots and connected to Council’s existing system by either:

(A) Installation of pump station and rising main as follows: (i) Pump station to be located to ensure adjoining lots to

the north west can also be serviced (ii) On a separate lot registered to Council (iii) 3.5 metre sealed access to be provided to the pump

station from the road. or

(B) Council’s existing gravity system to the north west in the vicinity of Shaw Street be extended to the proposed lots. Written permission will be required from the property owners of all lots this new sewer traverses.

1.13 All cleared vegetation is to be suitably processed or

removed from the site at no cost to Council. Prior to the commencement of clearing works on site the preferred means of disposal of cleared vegetation is to be approved by Council’s Chief Executive Officer. The following means of disposal are acceptable, but are not limited to: (i) Processing through a woodchipper. (ii) Disposal for firewood. (iii) Disposal for landscaping. (iv) Transport to alternative site for breaking down

materials. Burning off is not an acceptable means of disposal and will not be approved. Note: Bulk green waste is no longer accepted at any Council landfill site.

1.14 The whole of the subject land including all approved lots is

to be treated for declared plants and cleared of scrap to the satisfaction of Council’s Chief Executive Officer. On completion of the treatment and clearing the enclosed Notification of Compliance Form is to be completed and lodged with Council.

1.15 Prior to commencement of any site works a declared plants

clearance is required to be obtained from Council and/or a satisfactory management plan approved. The enclosed Notification of Compliance Form is to be completed and



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lodged with Council as evidence that this has been undertaken prior to issue of a Development Permit for Operational Works.

1.16 An agreement is to be entered into with the relevant

distribution entity to provide electricity to all approved vacant lots without any financial encumbrance on future owners of these lots.

1.17 Lot boundaries are to be approved by Council’s Chief

Executive Officer prior to cadastral survey and at completion of engineering design approval process to ensure that the civil design is not compromised.

1.18 Undertake at no cost to Council, the alteration of any public

utility mains (eg. Electricity, water, sewerage, gas etc.) or other facilities necessitated by the development of the land or associated construction works external to the site.

1.19 One (1) PSM is to be provided and levelled to AHD Datum to

the satisfaction of Council’s Chief Executive Officer. A copy of any Permanent Survey Sketch is to be submitted to Council.

1.20 The applicant shall make suitable arrangements for the

provision of an underground telephone service to the proposed new vacant allotments within the subdivision. Documentary evidence shall be submitted that an agreement has been reached with an authorised supplier for telephone services, prior to the Plan of Survey being sealed by Council.

1.21 New roads are to be opened and constructed to bitumen seal

standard in accordance with Cooloola Shire Planning Scheme Policy 8 Infrastructure Works.

1.22 Prior to design of all new roads the following actions are

required: (i) Lodgement of a plan of the proposed centreline; (ii) The proposed centreline is to be pegged by the

Consultant Surveyor to facilitate an inspection; and (iii) Inspection by Council’s Engineer to ensure the new

road is suitably located. A Certificate of Acceptance will be issued following

inspection, if the proposed road location is acceptable. 1.23 Street lighting is to be provided to New roads in accordance

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for Street Lighting and Equipment Design and Council’s Infrastructure Works Code. The subject road/street is classified as an Access street for the purposes of designing the system/category of lighting required. The developer is responsible for payment for the first 12 months electricity for the lighting system.

Note: Aeroscreen lights to be installed at locations where lights will impact on the existing dwellings fronting Noosa Road.

1.24 Three (3) proposed names are to be submitted to Council for

its naming of the new road/s to be opening in conjunction with the development, in accordance with Procedure ESD204 – Roads and Street Naming Guidelines.

1.25 Stormwater is to be disposed of on site so as to cause no

scour or damage to adjoining properties to the satisfaction of Council’s Chief Executive Officer.

1.26 Easements or reserves for drainage purposes are to be

surveyed and registered in favour of Council/the downstream/upstream property at no cost to Council / the downstream/upstream property owner. Specific requirements are to be confirmed with Council’s Chief Executive Officer prior to cadastral survey and at completion of engineering design approval process and Council’s standard easement documentation must be used for this purpose. A solicitor’s undertaking (or alternative suitable to Council) shall also be submitted confirming the easement documents will be submitted with the Plan Registry Authority in conjunction with the Plan of Survey.

1.27 Interallotment drainage is to be provided/registered as the

lay of the land dictates such that no property is adversely affected from flows onto or discharges to any new proposed or existing residential lot.

1.28 A master stormwater drainage plan is to be prepared to

address the impact of the proposed development on the existing stormwater drainage in the area, including upstream and downstream of the site.

1.29 The method of treatment of stormwater runoff from and

through the site shall be designed and constructed in accordance with Council’s Infrastructure Works Code and State Planning Policy 4/10 Healthy Waters.

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(A) Council will accept the Stormwater Treatment and Water Quality Management Plan (March 2012) submitted by Callaghan & Toth including the maintenance programmes set out in the report. A note be placed on Council’s Rate Records that the ongoing maintenance of the Raingardens on lots 11 and 12 will be at the owners expense.

(B) Drainage for the northern section of the ‘Y’ turnaround area to be designed to four (4) times the 1 in 100 year ARI peak discharge as required by QUDM.

1.30 Erosion and sediment control measures are to be designed

and provided in accordance with the International Erosion Control Association (Australasia) 2008’s “Best Practice Erosion and Sediment Control for Building and Construction Sites”. The design shall be submitted to Council for approval with subsequent development applications for operational work.

1.31 Any plans for operational works, water supply and sewerage

works, drainage works and street lighting required by this development permit, are to be surveyed, designed and constructed in accordance with Council’s Infrastructure Works Code.

1.32 Three (3) car parking bays to be provided adjacent to the ‘Y’

turnaround area. 1.33 Civil design street lighting design plans to be submitted to

Energex for review to ensure the road and street lighting design meet the conditions set by Energex’s in the letter dated 15 June 2011.

1.34 An application be made to Council for the removal of the

existing dwelling and disconnection of the existing water service and house drainage connection.

Notes

(i) In carrying out your activity you must take all reasonable

and practicable measures to ensure that it does not harm Aboriginal cultural heritage (the “cultural heritage duty of care”). You will comply with the cultural heritage duty of care if you are acting in accordance with the gazetted cultural heritage duty of care guidelines. An assessment of your proposed activity against the duty of care guidelines will help determine whether or to what extent Aboriginal cultural heritage may be harmed by your



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activity. Further information on cultural heritage, together with a copy of the duty of care guidelines and cultural heritage search forms, may be obtained from the Department of Natural Resources and Mines ~phone (07) 3238 3838 or website www.nrm.qld.gov.au.

Carried

G15/04/12 Moved: Cr I.T. Petersen Seconded: Cr L.J. Friske That the matter of the additional burden placed on Local Government by the introduction of the Healthy Water State Planning Policy be listed for the LGAQ Conference, further that representation be made to the State Government and that a budget item be identified to cover increased maintenance costs.

Carried

5/3 2011-1798 – Material Change of Use – Caravan Park (Extension to Caravan Park – Bush Camping Area) – 504 Rossmore Road, Kilkivan – Kilkivan Bush Camping RE: G16/04/12 2011-1798 – Material Change of Use –

Caravan Park (Extension to Caravan Park – Bush Camping Area) – 504 Rossmore Road, Kilkivan – Kilkivan Bush Camping

FILE: 2011-1798 APPLICANT: Kilkivan Bush Camping RPD: Lot 2 MPH25102, Lot 335

CP868043 and Lot 71 LX639 SITE: 504 Rossmore Road, Kilkivan PROPOSAL: Material Change of Use –

Caravan Park (Extension to Caravan Park – Bush Camping Area)

EXISTING ZONE: Rural PLANNING SCHEME: Kilkivan LEVEL OF ASSESSMENT: Impact SITE AREA: 7.619 Ha (approx.)

http://www.nrm.qld.gov.au/



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KEY POINT SUMMARY • Material Change of Use application for Caravan Park (Extension

to Caravan Park – Bush Camping Area); • Site currently has one (1) dwelling house; one (1) manager’s

residence; six (6) cabins; an amenities block; and two (2) communal kitchen and barbecue areas on-site;

• The campground traverses three (3) lots, namely Lot 71 LX639; Lot 335 CP868043 and Lot 2 MPH25102;

• The proposal however only impacts upon Lot 335 CP869043 for access purposes and the portion of Lot 2 MPH25102 on the eastern side of Rossmore Road;

• Access proposed off Rossmore Road, however main reception to the site will be at the existing manager’s residence;

• Application was referred to Department of Environment and Resource Management for third party advice in regards to the adjoining creek, who advised they had no requirements;

• Site zoned Rural and is Impact Assessable development; • Proposed camping area subject to Q100 flooding, however this is

considered acceptable for a short term campground providing a flood management/evacuation plan is prepared and implemented;

• Five (5) submissions received objecting to the proposal; • Recommended for approval subject to conditions.

Report: (Planning Officer – M. K. Matthews)

Lot 71

Lot 2

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1.0 INTRODUCTION 1.1 The Proposal

This application seeks to extend the operations of Kilkivan Bush Camping from its existing use to include a new area of land dedicated to self-sufficient camping. The proposed new area for the development is the portion of Lot 2 MPH25102 on the eastern side of Rossmore Road. An access point off Rossmore Road is proposed.



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1.2 Site Description The subject site slopes at approximately 4% from the bank of Fat Hen Creek upwards to Rossmore Road at the frontage of the site. The portion of Lot 2 MPH25102 which is subject to the extension of the camping area is currently vacant.



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1.3 Site History The site is currently subject to a Permit to Operate a Camping Ground stating that Kilkivan Bush Camping has a total of 86 caravan sites, 3 male showers, 2 male hand basins, 3 female showers and 2 female hand basins. As a result of Council's Local Law review there is no longer a Local Law pursuant to Caravan Parks and Camping Grounds and therefore they are no longer licensable. The site is also subject to two (2) Building Approvals issued under BA78/97 (issued 1997 for Kitchen and Servery) and BA06071 (issued 2007 for Existing Manager’s Residence) by the former Kilkivan Shire Council. Lot 71 LX639 has an existing Food Business Licence for the operation of the existing canteen on-site. This is identified under 2008-0450. The camping grounds permit is also over this portion of land and is registered under 2009-0018. There is a Treatment Plant Register over this site registered under 2011-1766. Lot 335 CP868043 has also been the subject of a Material Change of Use under 2011-1551 and subsequent Building Application under 2010-1597 for a Caretaker’s Residence. This was for the landowner’s to reside in. Lot 2 MPH25102 has also been approved for subdivision, separating the eastern part of which this development application is subject to from the western portion of the site on which the quarry is located via Rossmore Road. Approval was given under 2011-0697 however the survey plan has not as yet been signed and sealed by Council.

Proposed

Existing Quarr

Fat Hen

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1.4 Surrounding Land Uses Surrounding land uses are predominantly for rural pursuits. There is a quarry located directly opposite the subject site. This quarry is on the other portion of Lot 2 MPH25102. There has been a subdivision approval issued to excise each of these portions from each other; however the survey plan has not as yet been signed and sealed. 2.0 PLANNING SCHEME REQUIREMENTS The application was lodged under the Kilkivan Shire Planning Scheme 2006. The application is Impact Assessable development in the Rural Zone, and is therefore subject to assessment under the entire Planing Scheme. The most relevant codes however, have been outlined below. A caravan park is defined in the planning scheme as: ‘premises for the siting of two (2) or more caravans (with of without fixed annexes), relocatable homes, other accommodation registered for road travel, cabins or tents for the purpose of providing permanent or tourist accommodation. The term also includes any manager’s office and residence, any amenity buildings and any recreation, entertainment, retailing or storage facilities that cater for the occupants of the Caravan Park’. The application was therefore required to be formally advertised, and given submissions were received, also reported to Council. 2.1 Rural Locality Code The overall outcomes relevant to this proposal for the Rural Locality are that development is located, designed and operated so: (i) development is comprised predominantly of rural and non-urban

uses, supported by rural industries and provided with utility services reasonably expected to service or locate in a rural area;…

(iii) …development for other than rural uses and uses which directly support rural activities and rural communities occurs only in response to demonstrable need from the area in which it is proposed to locate;…

(v) …uses and works are compatible with the amenity and character of the adjacent areas, including the amenity and character of closer settled area at interface locations;…

(vi) …uses and works maintain the safety of people and property as reasonably expected for rural areas;…

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heritage, indigenous and land/water resource values characterising the area, its productivity and the capacity of existing infrastructure are protected.

It is accepted that the proposal is an extension of an existing use within the Rural Zone. Campgrounds are normally located within the rural zone for the amenity that an area of bushland provides and in most instances can not be achieved within an urban area. The proposal complies with the majority of relevant overall outcomes of the Rural Locality Code, however the main consideration for this proposal relates to Overall Outcome (vi) which aims to ensure development is located, operated and designed so: ‘uses and works maintain the safety of people and property as reasonably expected for rural areas.’ Fat Hen Creek has been identified as subject to flooding and through the application process the applicant submitted the following plan, identifying the estimated level of the 2011 flood. As indicated, more than half of the proposed campground is inundated. The applicant indicated that in the 2011 flood the creek took over four (4) hours to rise, which is considered sufficient time to relocate/evacuate a campsite. In this regard the overall outcome is not considered compromised given the nature of accommodation to be provided (short-term camping/motorhomes), the warning time available and the proximity of the area to an evacuation point (ie Rossmore Road). It is considered appropriate to require the developer to prepare a flood evacuation/management plan that is provided to Council and all visitors to the site. This is included as a condition in the recommendation.



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A Caravan Park is not identified as an inconsistent use within the Rural Locality Code. The specific outcomes of the Rural Locality Code relate in greater detail to the design of the proposal itself. Amenity Specific Outcome S6.2 states that uses and associated works are separated from any side or property boundary by at least: (a) 30 metres to a common boundary with a property comprising a

dwelling unit, or (b) 15 metres to a common boundary with a property that does not

comprise a dwelling unit. The proposal complies in this regard. The one common property boundary that the subject site shares is buffered by landscaping and a ‘communal gardening. Other boundaries are shared with either road or watercourses.



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Specific Outcome S6.3 requires that car parking and service activities areas are screened from view from adjacent premises comprising a dwelling unit by landscape planting at least 3 metres deep. The proposal complies in this regard. The applicant proposes a 10 metre landscaping buffer around the entire site. Appearance and Scale S7.1 requires that buildings or structures are not higher than 12 metres high. No permanent structures are proposed on site as it is aimed at self-sufficient camping. S7.3 requires premises to be visually buffered along the frontage to collector or higher order roads with landscape planting at least 2 metres deep. Rossmore Road is not identified as either of these in Council’s road hierarchy, however a ten (10) metre landscaping buffer is provided along all boundaries, satisfying this requirement. Landscaping The Scheme does not nominate specific landscaping requirements for a caravan park, however the applicant has indicated a 10 metre wide landscaped strip will be provided around the entire boundary. The landscaping (ie species, maintenance etc) is required to be undertaken in accordance with Planning Scheme Policy 5. Land and Water Resource Management Specific Outcome S12.1 requires uses to be confined to slopes not exceeding 15% for residential uses of which a caravan is classed as. The site slopes at approximately 4% from Rossmore Road to Fat Hen Creek. Vehicular Parking and Access The proposal is for self-sufficient campers who are camping for short term visits. Access is proposed from Rossmore Road, and adequate area exists for the manoeuvrability and parking of vehicles. There is no proposal for the sealing of accesses or parking areas on-site and this is considered acceptable for the nature of the development. Earthworks No earthworks are proposed as part of this development. 3.0 PLANNING CONSIDERATIONS 3.1 Appropriateness of the Proposal



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The proposal is located in the Rural zone and is an extension of an existing facility.

3.2 Impact on Amenity Surrounding land uses are predominantly for Rural pursuits. Minimal adverse impacts on the amenity of the area are envisaged. 3.3 Site Access and Traffic

The proposed use will not generate additional traffic and therefore a contribution towards road upgrading is not considered justified.

3.4 Car Parking The Planning Scheme nominates a car parking requirement for caravan park developments of 1 space per site under Schedule 1 for minimum on-site vehicle parking requirements. The proposal is for self-sufficient campers, and is also somewhat limited by the current approval for only 86 camp sites. It is not anticipated that there will ever be a shortfall in car parking spaces. The proposal can comply with car parking requirements. 3.5 Utilities and Services The site is not serviced by reticulated water or sewerage and headworks charges are therefore not applicable. An amenities block exists for the existing campsite on the opposite side of Fat Hen Creek. The applicant proposes a crossing from the portion of Lot 2 MPH25102 to Lot 335 CP868043 for campers to be able to access the amenities, apart from this campers will then be expected to be self-sufficient and dispose of waste off site.

4.0 INTERNAL CONSULTATION

(a) Design Services Division Report: (Design Services Technical Officer – A.C. Walsh) This report is based of the report (dated December 2011) and additional information submitted by Martoo Consulting to extend the existing caravan park (campground) on lots, L71 LX639 and L335 CP868043 onto part of Lot 2 MPH25102 Rossmore Road, Kilkivan. TRAFFIC



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As the proposal is to extend the area of the caravan park but not increase the number of the licensed site, a contribution for increased traffic generation is not justified. ROAD FRONTAGE Rossmore Road leading to and fronting the proposed development is constructed to a sealed bitumen standard with two lower level crossings over gullies that would be affected by flood/storm run off. Fat Hen Creek also crosses Rossmore Road between the proposed site and the existing caravan park, isolating the proposed site from the main caravan park during high flood/storm run off. Access to be constructed to meet the requirements of Council’s Standard Drawing R-15. FLOODING The proposed site is subject to flooding from Fat Hen Creek. The plan (Plan No. D-C01401-01-C) submitted as additional information from Martoo Consulting shows the estimated extent of the 2011 flooding of the site. The site has a level area that would be considered to be above flood level and from there slopes down at varying grades to the top of the main creek bank. Should Council allow for camps to be sited in this area, a warning system and evacuation plan should be prepared by the caravan park owners and be given to all occupants of the park so they are aware of the warning systems (siren) and the evacuation procedure. This area of the park will be isolated from the main caravan park and manager residence. WATER AND EFFLUENT DISPOSAL As the proposed caravan extension is not within a water and sewerage reticulated area, both these facilities will be required to meet the requirements of Council’s Community Services Division.

SUBMISSIONS Five submissions were received from Council in relation to the proposed project. Three raised concerns regarding the increased traffic on Rossmore Road. The application as submitted does not allow for increased campsite than the existing licence, therefore there should be no increased traffic on Rossmore Road. Concerns were also raised with four wheel drive vehicle travelling further along Rossmore Road to the Black Snake range area. Again, there is no evidence this would increase with the proposed extension.

(b) Health & Environmental Services The application was referred to this department and they advise that they have no requirements in relation to the proposal. It was confirmed by this department that the 2011/2012 financial year Permit to Operate a Camping Ground stated that Kilkivan Bush Camping had a total of



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86 caravan sites, 3 male showers, 2 male hand basins, 3 female showers and 2 female hand basins. As a result of Council's Local Law review there is no longer a Local Law pursuant to Caravan Parks and Camping Grounds and therefore they are no longer licensable.

5.0 EXTERNAL CONSULTATION The application was referred to the Queensland Department of Environment and Resource Management for third party advice in relation to the proposed access through Fat Hen Creek. DERM advises if the proposed work is undertaken in accordance with the “Guideline - Activities in a watercourse, lake or spring carried out by a landowner” no approvals will be required under the Water Act 2000. However, if the applicant thinks that the works may fall outside the scope of this guideline they should contact DERM to discuss. 6.0 PUBLIC CONSULTATION The application was impact assessable, thus was advertised in accordance with the requirements of the Sustainable Planning Act. As a result, five (5) submissions were received objecting to the proposal. The issues raised are summarised and responded to as follows:

Issue Comment 1. Site inundation from a flood event.

The site is subject to flooding, however is considered acceptable based on the nature of the development (ie relocatable campgrounds), the warning time available and the requirement to submit a flood evacuation/management plan.

2. Proximity of existing toilets and septic to a watercourse, and are inadequate to service future expansion.

The amenities block already exists and is considered as adequate to service the already registered 86 camp sites. No additional camp sites are proposed and campers to the proposed area will be largely self-sufficient.

3. Safety concerns of access to and from Rossmore Road; this includes increased numbers of visitors and degrading of road surfaces.

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4. Previous earthworks including removal of soil, trees and native vegetation have degraded the banks of Fat Hen Creek.

Degradation/damage to Fat Hen Creek is an issue for DERM to investigate.

5. Trespassing onto adjoining properties and onto crown land in search of firewood.

Prospective illegal behaviour of campers cannot be relied on as grounds to refuse an application and would be a matter for the Police should it occur.

6. Health concerns from increased activities including increased dust and also effluent.

The camping activities are proposed as self sufficient. Effluent will be disposed of via existing means through the existing amenities block or disposed of off site by the campers themselves. No additional dust is envisaged given the overall number of campsites will not increase.

7. Water concerns in either drought or flood.

Campers are required to be self-sufficient. Flooding concerns have been previously addressed in this report.

8. Safety of children utilising the site and being unsupervised, particularly in relation to Rossmore Road and the Fat Hen Creek crossing.

Council can not reasonably govern the safety of children accessing a private property. This is the responsibility of the landowner and visitors to site.

9. Increase in traffic volumes and consequent amenity concerns from dust, noise and lack of road maintenance.

Rossmore Road is constructed to a sealed standard and is on Council’s maintained road register. It is not considered that an increase in traffic volume is a main concern, as the number of camp sites is not proposed to increase, rather the applicant wishes to spread out their location.

10. Amenity concerns from itinerants using the site as semi-permanent accommodation.

A condition of approval is recommended limiting the caravan park for short-term holiday accommodation only.

11. Sufficiency of the existing amenities block to service further expansion.

The amenities block already exists and there are no major concerns regarding its future capacity. It is considered as adequate. The new campsites are, on the whole, proposed as



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self-sufficient. 12. Appropriate licensing concerns to harvest water for a commercial use.

The application does not indicate water is to be obtained from Fat Hen Creek, however this would require licensing by Department of Environment and Resource Management.

13. Concerns from grey water and waste being released into Fat Hen Creek.

Conditions have been recommended in regards to disposal of waste water and maintaining water quality of Fat Hen Creek.

14. Concerns regarding the caravan park pet policy allowing animals and the possible spread of viruses such as Parvo and Hendra Virus.

The development is not considered to increase the risk of spreading virus’ by pets.

15. Safety concerns of the local school bus route and children movements around the subject site.

No additional traffic is envisaged by the development given the number of sites is not increasing.

16. Amenity concerns from loss of privacy.

The applicant proposes to plant a 10 metre wide vegetated buffer around the entire perimeter of the site. No loss of privacy to existing residents is envisaged.

7.0 CONCLUSION This proposal is a Material Change of Use application for an extension to a Caravan Park located in the Rural Zone. The concerns regarding flooding have been raised with the applicant and may be managed via conditions of approval. The proposal was required to be publicly notified as it is Impact Assessable development, and submissions were lodged objecting to the proposal. The use is considered justified and any potential impacts able to be managed via conditions of approval.

G16/04/12 Moved: Cr I.T. Petersen Seconded: Cr A.J. Perrett

That Council, as Assessment Manager, APPROVE development application (2011-1798) for Material Change of Use – Caravan Park (Extension to Caravan Park – Bush Camping Area) over Lot 2 MPH25102, Lot 335 CP868043 and Lot 71 LX639 located at Rossmore Road, Kilkivan subject to the following conditions: Assessment Manager’s Conditions



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Conditions to be Satisfied Prior to the Commencement of the Approved Use

1. An access point to the development is to be constructed

off Rossmore Road in accordance with the requirements of Council’s Drawing No. R-15.

2. The access to the proposed development shall have a

minimum visibility of 105 metres in each direction.

3. The number and type of refuse containers provided on-site is to be determined in accordance with Council’s Rating Policy.

4. Servicing of refuse containers is to be at a location

approved by Council’s Chief Executive Officer. 5. The proposed landscaping is to be undertaken in

accordance with an approved plan, prepared in accordance with Planning Scheme Policy 5.

6. A Flood Evacuation/Management Plan is to be prepared

and submitted to Council for endorsement and provided to the LDMG. The plan is to detail measures to advise campers of the flood risk, procedures in the event of possible flooding and evacuation procedures.

Further that the applicant provide a written acknowledgement that they are aware of the possibility that the site may flood.

Conditions Applicable to the Ongoing Operation of the Use 7. The development shall be generally in accordance with the

plan submitted with the application (Reference No. D-C01401-01-C; drawn by Martoo Consulting and dated 14/03/2012).

8. The Caravan Park is approved for short-term (ie no longer

than 4 weeks) holiday accommodation only in conjunction with the existing caravan park on-site. A maximum of 86 camp sites is permissible over the entire development site.

9. Existing amenities on Lot 71 LX639 are to be made available

to campers on Lot 2 MPH25102. 10. Any lighting on the site is to be angled or shaded in a

manner so that light does not directly illuminate any



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nearby sensitive premises (e.g. private residence) causing environmental nuisance.

11. Actions of the Flood Evacuation/Management Plan are to

be implemented as required. 12. No disposal of black water (ie toilet waste) is to occur on

the site at any time. 13. The development is to be managed at all times to ensure

compliance with the Environmental Protection Waste Management Guidelines and no loss of water quality in Fat Hen Creek through the disposal of greywater, cooking wastes and the like.

Notes

(i) In carrying out your activity you must take all reasonable

and practicable measures to ensure that it does not harm Aboriginal cultural heritage (the “cultural heritage duty of care”). You will comply with the cultural heritage duty of care if you are acting in accordance with the gazetted cultural heritage duty of care guidelines. An assessment of your proposed activity against the duty of care guidelines will help determine whether or to what extent Aboriginal cultural heritage may be harmed by your activity. Further information on cultural heritage, together with a copy of the duty of care guidelines and cultural heritage search forms, may be obtained from the Department of Environment and Resource Management ~ phone (07) 3238 3838 or website www.derm.qld.gov.au.

Carried

5/4 Bellwood Road – Subdivision Agreement for Road Upgrading

Re: G17/04/12 Bellwood Road – Subdivision Agreement for Road Upgrading

From: General Manager Design Services – Mr L O’Brien File: PS94-00104 Date: 4 April 2012 “Thank you for your letter of the 13th February.

Our client remains desirous of making arrangements for council to take over responsibility for maintenance of the relevant roadway. Would you

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please advise the amount payable pursuant to the agreement dated 13th October, 1989 for this to occur.

The property remains on the market. We would appreciate your response at the earliest in order to resolve this matter Executive Summary: Bellwood Road is an un-maintained road off the Bruce Highway on the southern shire boundary. At the time of subdivision of land at the end of Bellwood Road in 1989, Council entered into an agreement with the land owners regarding the upgrading of Bellwood Road to enable it to become a council maintained road. Previous Council considerations: In 2007 Council denied a request to release the owner of one of the lots from the agreement. Report: (General Manager Design Services Division – L. O’Brien) This 1989 family subdivision created two new lots. The agreement with Council requires the owners of the new lots (lot 2 and lot 3 RP223860) to contribute equally to upgrade Bellwood Road to maintained status at or before each lot is sold outside of the family. The contribution can be either a monetary contribution to Council, assessed as $10,000 at the time of the agreement, or Council has the option to allow the road to be constructed by a private contractor. The agreement allows the monetary contribution to be re-calculated at the time it is paid to Council. The owner of Lot 2 fulfilled his obligation in 1999 by constructing a half width road. Lot 3 is now for sale and the owner of Lot 3, through his solicitor, is seeking to discharge his obligations under the agreement and have Council finally take on maintenance of the road. Bellwood Road is approximately 550m long. Currently, it is generally well formed and has a single lane gravel surface. Part of Bellwood Road which runs parallel to the Bruce Highway was reconstructed by the Department of Main Roads about 12 years ago when the highway was widened. The works required to bring the road to Council's standard for a low volume rural road includes cleaning and reinstating table drains, construction of a garbage truck turn-around at the end of the road, gravel resheeting and the installation of guideposts. The estimated cost of this work is $21,000. This is therefore the amount which the property owner would need to contribute to meet his obligations under the



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agreement and have Council take over responsibility for the road. Budget Implications: Taking on Bellwood Road as a maintained road will increase the burden on Council's road maintenance budget. However, the agreement made at the time of subdivision requires Council to take over the road once the two landowners have met their obligations. Risks: Bellwood Road is already constructed to a reasonable standard. The estimated cost to complete the upgrading of the road to Council standard is therefore relatively low. There are no apparent risks to Council in accepting the proposed financial contribution and taking over responsibility for the road. Consultation:

CEO, General Manager (Works) Checklist: □ Financial Services Directorate □ Corporate Services Directorate □ Community Services Directorate X Engineering Services Directorate □ Planning & Development Directorate □ Office of the Chief Executive Officer

G17/04/12 Moved: Cr L.J. Friske Seconded: Cr J. Watt

That the report be received. Further that the owner of Lot 3 RP223860 be advised of the required contribution under the 1989 subdivision agreement for Bellwood Road which is currently estimated at $21,000 should work be carried out by Council.

Carried

5/5 Capital Works Program – Proposed Allocation of Contributions

Re: G18/04/12 Capital Works Program – Proposed Allocation of Contributions From: General Manager Design Services – L O’Brien File: Date: 10 April 2012



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Executive Summary: Accumulated contributions are periodically allocated by Council to assist in funding capital works. This report recommends a relatively minor allocation to upgrade the central island in the roundabout at Duke and Shields Street. Report: (General Manager Design Services Division – L. O’Brien) The island in this roundabout is currently grassed. It is difficult to maintain and is regularly damaged by hoons. It is proposed to allocate $10,000 from unallocated contributions to upgrade the roundabout island to a more appropriate design which is aesthetically pleasing. Consideration will be given in the design to placing signs or humps on the island to stop vehicles driving on the island. Corporate Plan: 2.1 Operational Plan: 2.1 (i), 2.1 (ii) Risks: The proposed contribution is in accordance with the relevant contributions policy. Consultation: General Manager (Works) Manager (Parks)

Checklist: X Financial Services Directorate □ Corporate Services Directorate □ Community Services Directorate X Engineering Services Directorate □ Planning & Development Directorate □ Office of the Chief Executive Officer

G18/04/12 Moved: Cr I.T. Petersen Seconded: Cr R.A. Gâté

That $10,000 be allocated from the unallocated contributions for "Gympie North Streets" to the Duke/Shield St roundabout.

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5/6 2011/12 – T018 NDRRA Floodway & Culvert Repairs – Mudlo Road, Watchbox Road & Margoo Road.

Re: G19/04/12 2011/12 – T018 NDRRA Floodway & Culvert Repairs – Mudlo Road, Watchbox Road & Margoo Road.

From: Design Services File: 2011/12 – T018 Date: 05 April 2012

Report: (General Manager Design Services – L. O’Brien) Executive Summary: Two tenders were received. The tender of Skeen Constructions Pty Ltd for $580,441.16 including GST is recommended. Tender Process: 18 February 2012 – Tenders called by advertisement in the three (3) regional dailys. 21 February 2012 – Tenders called by advertisement in the South Burnett Times. 2:00pm 20 March 2012 – Tenders Closed. 4 April 2012 – Tender assessment and report to Council. Results: Two tenders were received by opening time. A third tender, that of QCivil Pty Ltd was received by email three (3) hours after the public opening of the other two. The tender of QCivil was not considered for the following reasons: 1. Received by email 2. Received late after public opening. The two tenders received were assessed in accordance with the tender documents. Company Tendering No. of non

conformances Assessment Rank – 1 is best

Advised price Inc GST

Caruthers Contracting

4 2 $734,023.16

Skeen Contracting 1 1 $580,441.16 The tender price submitted by Skeen Contractors varied slightly from the extended sums of the submitted schedules. Skeen Contractors were asked to submit revised schedules and a revised tender price. The revised price is quoted in this report. It is anticipated that the Queensland Reconstruction Authority will grant NDRRA funding approval for this work within the next two to three



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weeks. Contract award should be withheld until that approval has been obtained.

G19/04/12 Moved: Cr G.L. Engeman Seconded: Cr J.A. Walker That Council award tender number 2011/12 – T018 to Skeen Contractors, NDRRA Floodway and Culvert Repairs - Mudlo Road, Watchbox Road and Margoo Road for the revised price of $580,441.16 (inc GST), subject to receipt of NDRRA funding approval from the Queensland Reconstruction Authority.

Carried

5/7 Request for Extension of Bus Route S271 Re: G20/04/12 Request for Extension of Bus Route S271 From: Moffatdale Conveyance Committee, c/- 920 Wondai –

Proston Road, Wondai Q 4606 File: 4-8-7-5-4 Date: 10 March 2012 Reference: W32/11/11 Doc # 1563438 “Our Conveyance Committee proposes to submit an application to Queensland Transport for an extension of Route S271. A map showing the proposed extension is attached. As part of the application process, we are required to provide a statement from the relevant road authority regarding the suitability of the roads to be used. Is your Council aware of any circumstances which would prevent a school bus safely traversing these roads during normal weather conditions? Name of Bus operator: …………. Number of Adults Seats on Bus: 22 Please do not hesitate to contact me should you wish to discuss this request.” Executive Summary: Request for the extension of a school bus route.



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Report: (General Manager Technical Services Division – GG Curry)

The writer is requesting that approximately 2.0km of the Burnett Highway (south of Rose Road) be added to the existing bus route. Council’s Policy regarding new school bus routes requires consideration of the following:

• Ability of a bus and commercial vehicle to comfortably pass at any point;

• Ability of the road to remain trafficable; • Location of the turnaround, and • Cost of upgrading.

The requested turning area is unsuitable due to the proximity of a crest. It is suggested that the intersection of Silver Perch Road (which is approximately 130m further north) would be a more acceptable turning location. Strategic Implications: Corporate Plan: 2.1, 4.3 Operational Plan: 2.1 Budget Implications: Road Capital and Maintenance Budget Reference: Legal/Statutory: (a) road user safety;

(b) road funding limitations Risks: (a) Council’s policy sets out criteria for school bus route

assessment; (b) To ensure that roads approved for school bus routes are

trafficable under most conditions. Checklist:

□ Financial Services Directorate □ Corporate Services Directorate

□ Community Services Directorate Engineering Services Directorate



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□ Planning & Development Directorate

□ Office of the Chief Executive Officer

G20/04/12 Moved: Cr A.J. Perrett Seconded: Cr L.J. Friske That the writer be advised that Council does not support the extension of the bus route to No. 3652 Burnett Highway as requested as the road turning facility does not meet the requirements of Council’s policy for new school bus routes. Further that the writer be advised that Council would not object to the bus turning at the intersection of Silver Perch Road.

Carried

5/8 Request for Extension of Bus Route – Dixon Road Re: G21/04/12 Request for Extension of Bus Route – Dixon

Road From: Kia Ora/Neerdie Conveyance Committee, c/- 6 Griffith

Street, Neerdie QLD 4570 File: 4-8-7-5-4 Date: 10 March 2012 Reference: W32/11/11 Doc # 1563392 “At a recent meeting of the Conveyance Committee, two issues were raised which require consideration by the Gympie Regional Council. Firstly, the matter of access along Sunset Road originally raised in 2011, has been raised again by ………., a resident of Sunset Road who attended the recent Conveyance Committee meeting. ……. tabled a copy of Council's Works and Services Committee Meeting Minutes (1/11/11) at our meeting. She advised that her husband had spoken with Gympie Regional Council staff, following the Council's 14 November meeting, in which ……. pointed out to council staff that the 'garbage truck and a turf farm truck' regularly travel along (and are able to turn around on) Sunset Road. ……. also pointed out that the school bus is smaller than either of these vehicles. ……. went on to say that ……. had been advised by council staff that the Conveyance Committee should re-submit the request to travel along Sunset Road. In light of this information the Conveyance Committee request a review of the original decision to disallow travel of the school bus along Sunset Road at the next meeting of Council's Works and



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Services Committee. The second request has been received by the bus operator from a Dixon Road resident who has two children attending Kia Ora State School. The current bus stop on Dixon Road is 100 metres short of this resident's property. In order for the children to walk to the bus stop they have to walk beside a neighbouring property at which large dogs are present. The children are afraid of being attacked by the dogs and so the children are currently driven to school by their parents. The bus operator reports that he already travels along Dixon Road and that by extending the bus route by 100 metres along Dixon Road he would have a better turnaround for the school bus. It also means that the children can be transported as part of the school community on the local bus service. The Conveyance Committee request that Council survey this 100 metre route extension and advise accordingly. A copy of this letter is being sent to Department of Transport - Main Roads as Norm Salt from Gympie Regional Council advised me (in a telephone conversation on 24 March 2011) to approach the Department of Transport in the first instance. Later correspondence from the Department of Transport advised that they cannot act until Gympie Regional Council have been informed and provided some direction on the matter (Department of Transport letter dated 24 October 2011). I am hoping to have covered all bases by writing to you and sending a copy of correspondence to the Department of Transport.” Previous Council considerations: W32/11/11 - Recommend that the Kia-Ora/Neerdie Conveyance Committee be advised that Council would not support the extension of the bus route to the end of Sunset Road at this time as the road width and turning facility do not meet the requirements of Council’s policy for new school bus routes. Refer to the 2012/13 Annual Works meeting. Discussion: The Conveyance Committee is requesting that approximately 0.7km of Sunset Road be added to the existing bus route. Council’s Policy regarding new school bus routes requires consideration of the following:





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Sunset Road is a 4m wide unsealed road servicing six properties. There is a narrow (4.2m between headwall) culvert at approximately chainage 200m that would prevent a bus and commercial vehicle passing. There is no constructed gravel cul-de-sac at the end of the road but there are two property entrances. The writer has advised that the bus has 25 seats. The estimated cost of construction of a cul-de-sac and widening the culvert is $7,200. Report: (General Manager Technical Services Division – GG Curry) The request to extend the school bus route into Sunset was considered in November 2011 and W32/11/11 report and recommendation is replicated above. Whilst the comments regarding the rubbish truck and farm vehicles may be valid, Council’s policy requires “Ability of a bus and commercial vehicle (i.e. produce truck) to comfortably pass at any point on the road whilst travelling at a safe speed for the conditions.” The request for an extension in Dixon Road is not unreasonable. Strategic Implications: Corporate Plan: 2.1, 4.3 Operational Plan: 2.1 Budget Implications: Road Capital and Maintenance Budget Reference: Legal/Statutory: (a) road user safety; (b) road funding limitations Risks: (a) Council’s policy sets out criteria for school bus route assessment; (b) To ensure that roads approved for school bus routes are trafficable under most conditions. Consultation: Checklist:

□ Financial Services Directorate □ Corporate Services Directorate

□ Community Services Directorate Engineering Services Directorate



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□ Planning & Development Directorate

□ Office of the Chief Executive Officer G21/04/12 Moved: Cr R.A. Gâté Seconded: Cr L.J. Friske

That the Kia-Ora/Neerdie Conveyance Committee be advised that Council reiterates the previous decision regarding the requested extension in Sunset Road, Further that the Committee be advised that Council would not object to an extension of the route in Dixon Road to No. 50.

Carried

5/9 Request for Extension of Bus Route in Curra Area P1579

Re: G22/04/12 Request for Extension of Bus Route in Curra

Area P1579 From: Polleys Coaches, Pinewood Avenue, Gympie Q. 4570 File: 4-8-7-5-4 Date: 2 April 2012 Reference: W32/11/11 Doc # 1566929 “Our Conveyance Committee proposes to submit an application to Queensland Transport for an extension of Route P1579. A map showing the proposed extension is attached. As part of the application process, we are required to provide a statement from the relevant road authority regarding the suitability of the roads to be used. Is your Council aware of any circumstances which would prevent a school bus safely traversing these roads during normal weather conditions? Name of Bus operator: Polleys Coaches Number of Adults Seats on Bus: 61 Please do not hesitate to contact me should you wish to discuss this request.” Executive Summary:



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Request for the extension of a school bus route in the Curra area. Report: (General Manager Technical Services Division – GG Curry) The writer is requesting that approximately 1km of Severn Chase, 0.9 of Hidden Place and 1.5km of Settlement Road be added to the existing bus route. Council’s Policy regarding new school bus routes requires consideration of the following:



The above roads meet Council’s criteria Strategic Implications: Corporate Plan: 2.1, 4.3 Operational Plan: 2.1 Budget Implications: Road Capital and Maintenance Budget Reference: Legal/Statutory: (a) road user safety; (b) road funding limitations Risks: (a) Council’s policy sets out criteria for school bus route assessment; (b) To ensure that roads approved for school bus routes are trafficable under most conditions. Checklist: □ Financial Services Directorate □ Corporate Services Directorate □ Community Services Directorate Engineering Services Directorate □ Planning & Development Directorate □ Office of the Chief Executive Officer



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G22/04/12 Moved: Cr R.A. Gâté Seconded: Cr G.L. Engeman That the writer be advised that Council would not object to the inclusion of Severn Chase, Hidden Place and Settlement Road in the school bus route P1579.

Carried Director of Planning & Development Mr Mike Hartley and Design

Division Manager Mr Lawry O’Brian left the meeting at 9.38 am.

SECTION 6: GENERAL BUSINESS Tourism status in Qld in relation to Gympie

A verbal Report from Cr Watt was presented.

G23/04/12 Moved: Cr J. Watt Seconded: Cr R.A. Gâté That the Report be noted. Further that Council consider its positioning within the tourism industry and work with Gympie Cooloola Tourism to secure a sound future for the Gympie Region.

Carried

Office Accommodation – Old Post Office Building Lease

G24/04/12 Moved: Cr G.L. Engeman Seconded: Cr J. Watt

That the matter of the renewal of the lease on the Old Post Office Building be referred to the next term of Council for investigation and consideration.

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SECTION 7: IN COMMITTEE SECTION 8: ATTACHMENTS

There being no further business the meeting closed at 10.00 am.

Confirmed this day of MAY 2012

________________________ Cr R.J. Dyne CHAIRMAN

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