Living Lab
Progress and seek grant or external funding to advance the concept of Noosa Shire as a ‘Living Lab' – partnering with industry and research organisations to investigate, use data and technology to develop innovative solutions for Noosa.
Quarterly updates
Q3 · Completed
Q2 · On Track
The grant application for the Cities Deal funding to establish a Smart Mobility Lab within the Peregian Digital Hub precinct was unsuccessful. However, Council continues to engage with the adjacent landowner within the innovation precinct to explore potential synergies with the proposed development of that site as a Hub phase 3.
Q1 · On Track
The grant application for the Cities Deal funding to establish a Smart Mobility Lab within the Peregian Digital Hub precinct was unsuccessful. However, Council continues to engage with the adjacent landowner within the innovation precinct to explore potential synergies with the proposed development of that site. Progress on advancing the Living Lab concept is being pursued through the development of the Investment Roadmap to Net Zero Emissions and the implementation of priorities under the Smart Biosphere Strategy. The formalisation of this program will require further consideration and is subject to regular Councillor workshops.
Q4 is not due yet.
Where this sits
Initiative 3.8.1 is from the 2025–26 operational plan and works towards Prosperity Objective 3.8: Economic development.
Latest status: January to March 2026 · Completed