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Disaster Management

11 initiatives across 3 years

Underway this year

3

all on track at end of March 2026

Delivery record

1 of 8

past initiatives completed · 4 on track, not yet complete

Future
2025–263 initiatives
4.8.1 Western Front storm recoveryQ3 · On Track · Disaster Recovery Funding Agreements 2025 now also includes Disaster Recovery Funding Agreements 2024. All submissions have been lodged along with all preliminary design submitted for pricing approval updates with QRA. Estimate $50m. Preliminary work commenced on all priority sites - Nandroya Rd, Black Mountain Rd & Black Pinch Rd. Critical Infrastructure Failure and Cascading Climate Risk (CIF) Project has been completed with reporting and knowledge-sharing with other Councils, Local Disaster management Group (LDMG) and state agencies ongoing. CIF project reported to Council February 2026.
4.8.5 Disaster preparednessQ3 · On Track · The Noosa Aged Care Disaster Resilience Forum was successfully delivered on 3 February 2026 in partnership with Country to Coast PHN, with 60 representatives attending from local aged care facilities and regional management. The forum achieved strong engagement and resulted in positive resilience-building outcomes across the sector. In recognition of our programs’ ongoing effectiveness, Get Ready Queensland has requested that Noosa Council’s Get Ready Schools and Aged Care engagement programs be nominated for the 2026 Resilience Australia Awards (RAA). The Logistics Sub Plan and Financial Sub Plan were reviewed, updated, and formally endorsed by the Local Disaster Management Group (LDMG). Progress continues against the TC Alfred Actions Register, with 74 of 96 identified actions completed to date. Planning has commenced for the LDMG, LDCC, and Recovery exercises, and an Exercise Committee has been established to oversee development and delivery.
4.8.8 Flood resilienceQ3 · On Track · Noosa River Flood Study and Six Mile Creek study on track for delivery June 2026. Lake Entrance Boulevard Flood Study Phase 2 outcomes due by June 2026. Resident consultation undertaken 24 March 2026. Implementation of the Noosa Flood Management Operational Plan continues with internal working group.
2024–253 initiatives · 1 finished on time

4.8.5 Flood resilience · ended the year with minor disruption

The Climate Change Adaptation Program Lead role has now been filled with most flood projects back on track apart from Lake Entrance Blvd Flood Study Phase 2. Noosa River & SMC Catchment Flood Study Updates have experienced delays.

4.8.2 Disaster preparednessQ4 · Completed
4.8.3 Disaster RecoveryQ4 · On Track · Majority of reconstruction projects complete including major Black Mountain landslip. Final reconstruction project near completion. Human social Recovery Plan completed.
2023–245 initiatives · 0 finished on time

4.8.3 Climate Wise Communities · ended the year with major disruption

Delivery of the Climate Wise Communities website has experienced technical challenges. Staff continue with the contractor to resolve these issues with launch expected later in 2024. Noosa’s Local Resilience Action Plan (LRAP) continues to be developed in consultation with QRA with delivery by the end of 2024. Finalisation of this plan will inform future funding opportunities. Note-considered part of the initiative 'to deliver disaster preparedness, resilience and recovery activities to support council and the broader community’. Relisted in the new 24/25 Operational Plan

4.8.5 Flood resilience · ended the year with minor disruption

Flood Management Operational Plan in final draft. Noosa River Flood Study and Six Mile Creek Flood Study updates are on track with ITQ now closed and tender evaluation and award to be completed within Q1. Estimated completion June 2025. Note-relisted in the new 24/25 Operational Plan

4.8.6 Disaster preparednessQ4 · On Track · Training opportunities continue to be provided by disaster management coordination software providers Guardian on a regular basis with the next training scheduled for September 2024. Training exercises for both the LDCC and LDMG will be conducted in July 2024 in the new LDCC Building providing opportunities for learnings in line with Qld Disaster Management Arrangements. Cybersecurity upgrades to Guardian software have been completed. Note-relisted in the new 24/25 Operational Plan
4.8.7 Disaster RecoveryQ4 · On Track · Assisted in community outreach to residents affected by landslides. This involves an early intervention approach using strength-based methods to ensure people are heard and their well-being is prioritised through supportive mechanisms. An ongoing support worker is allocated for continuous check-ins plus a number of community activities held in the last quarter - Thrive Youth Festival - 250 attendees; All abilities event - 75 participants and 25 exhibitors; destress through breath mediation; mindfulness walks; kin kin neighbours day BBQ - 150 attended; Qi Gong and Art Therapy - aiming to improve mental health. Currently seeking an extension of the position and funding for an additional 6 months. Note-relisted in the new 24/25 Operational Plan
4.8.8 Black Mountain and Black Pinch recoveryQ4 · On Track · Disaster Recovery Funded project delivery continues into the new financial year with several projects already completed. Note-relisted in the new 24/25 Operational Plan