Environment Levy secures significant riverside land parcel
Noosa Council has secured a significant riverside land parcel for conservation in a major environment levy purchase.
The 100-hectare property, off McKinnon Drive, contains remnant koala habitat and provides an important linkage with the riparian corridor along the western side of Noosa River and will help protect water quality. Read more.
Pay by 19 February for rates discount
Noosa Council encourages ratepayers to make their rates payment by the 19 February due date to take advantage of the 5% discount on the general rate.
Council offers ratepayers a variety of payment options. Read more.
Rufous Street plans open for comment
Council has unveiled a draft master plan for the Rufous Street precinct at Peregian Beach.
Residents can view the plans online and have a say. It follows a community meeting where more than 100 people turned out for the unveiling and to offer their feedback. Read more.
Council in bid to manage Noosa River
Council will pursue a community jury recommendation to take over some of the state government's Noosa River management responsibilities.
18 of 24 community jury members recommended Council seek control of mooring, anchoring, live-aboards and commercial leases – currently several state agencies’ domain. Read more.
Gallery extends Noosa Art Award entry deadline
Noosa Regional Gallery has extended the 2016 Noosa Art Award entry deadline to provide artists more time to submit entries.
Judges will choose a selection of finalists to showcase in an upcoming exhibition at the Gallery. Read more.
