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Biosphere Trails
FY 2022–23
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2.2.2 Complete the Noosa Biosphere Trails Implementation Plan and Operational Maintenance Plan.
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Asset Maintenance plan is under development waiting further inputs and audit out comes. Awaiting the Growing Regions grant submission to further guide outcomes.
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The Implementation Plan is complete. The operational plan is on hold until all grant funded works are completed as priority. Note-relisted in the new 24/25 Operational Plan
2.4.6 Continue to support the planning and delivery of the maintenance programs for the Noosa Trails network.
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Operational Maintenance Plan (Asset Management Plan) is underway. Tender documentation has been issued for upgrades to Trail 7 and signage upgrades on Trail 7 are also being developed.
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Maintenance program successfully completed. Planning support delivered for significant trail 5 upgrade and ongoing planning for trail extension to Boreen Point.
FY 2023–24
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2.2.1 Complete the upgrade of the Woondum and Wahpunga trails in accordance with the Noosa Biosphere Trails Master Plan to improve the condition of trails, increase connectivity between Cooran, Kin Kin and Lake McDonald, and recreational activity.
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Project awaiting funding Agreement prior to being able to commence, this is currently on hold with the with State and Federal government. PC 31/12/2025. QRA funding used to undertake small works packages.
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Trail project is on track.
Q3
Project reference group has been re-established to guide scope of works. On the ground works has commenced, with ongoing procurement underway for remaining works to meet grant obligations.
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Project Reference Group has been re-established to guide scope of works. On the ground works has commenced, with ongoing procurement and scope refinement underway for remaining works to meet grant obligations. QPWS permit Section 34 application for all trails progressing well. This project is funded until November 2026.
FY 2024–25
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2.2.1 Upgrade Woondum and Wahpunga trails under the Biosphere Trails Master Plan
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Trail construction is well advanced.
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Trail construction is well advanced and on track meeting funding guidelines and timing.