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Economic development strategy

3 initiatives across 3 years

Underway this year

1

all on track at end of March 2026

Delivery record

0 of 2

past initiatives completed · 2 on track, not yet complete

Prosperity
2025–261 initiative
3.1.2 Smart BiosphereQ3 · On Track · Priority projects progressing include: Noosa DMP creative design of final document and portal developed for soft launch in late Q3 early Q4 Agri Hub Consultancy (Food Connect) on track for delivery of initial feasibility study in Q4 Education-to-industry pathways being developed via consolidated learning opportunities in partnership with RDA and Regional Jobs Committee who have been granted funding to include Noosa in regional initiatives. Tourism Noosa Roadmap funding deed under development to be presented to General Meeting for consideration in April. Renewable Energy Hub and activation of Circularity Precinct ongoing - with focus on securing grant funding for compost site ($27M). Holiday Park Strategic Plan to be finalised mid 2026.
2024–251 initiative · 0 finished on time
3.1.2 Smart BiosphereQ4 · On Track · Ongoing delivery of Noosa Smart Biosphere Economic Development (Action) Plan and priorities including: • Development of Destination Management Plan (November 2025 adoption anticipated) • Gold Eco-Destination Accreditation (Ongoing) • Development of Noosa Council Events Strategy (First draft moved to Q2 FY25/26) • Implementation of Green Economy Plan, including activation of Circularity Precinct in collaboration with Waste Management, building capacity in green businesses and auditing Noosa's Electric Vehicle capacity and enabling infrastructure needs in collaboration with Waste Management Branch (Circularity Precinct Ongoing/EV Infrastructure Audit Q1 FY25/26) • Industry Development Plans - including Food & Beverage and Education (Ongoing) • Food and Agribusiness Hub Proof of Concept scheduled for Q1 FY25/26 • Business Support Programs (Business Boost/ECDEV Grant/Capability Workshops and Industry Communications completed for FY24/25
2023–241 initiative · 0 finished on time
3.1.1 Smart BiosphereQ4 · On Track · Priority projects at varying stages of advancement and ongoing. Future Skills Learning Hub Business Case ITQ has gone to market. Council Events Strategy ITQ has gone to market. Note-relisted in the new 24/25 Operational Plan