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Communities Standing Committee Meeting
Notice is hereby given pursuant to the provisions of the Local Government Regulation 2012, that the next Meeting of the Central Highlands Regional Council will be held in the Council Chambers, 65 Egerton Street, Emerald on
Tuesday, 24 January 2016At 10.15 am
For the purpose of considering the items included on the Agenda.
Scott MasonChief Executive Officer
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AGENDA CONTENTS1 PRESENT....................................................................................................................................................32 APOLOGIES ...............................................................................................................................................33 LEAVE OF ABSENCE................................................................................................................................34 CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING ......................................................................34.1 Minutes - Communities Standing Committee Meeting - 14 December 2016............................................35 BUSINESS ARISING OUT OF MINUTES ................................................................................................106 REVIEW OF OUTSTANDING MEETING ACTIONS ................................................................................107 MATERIAL PERSONAL INTEREST, CONFLICT OF INTEREST, PERSONAL GIFTS AND BENEFITS.......................................................................................................................................................................108 PETITION..................................................................................................................................................109 COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATIONS / NOTES.......................................................................................109.1 Minutes - Level Playing Field Meeting - 12 October 2016......................................................................1010 COMMUNITIES.......................................................................................................................................1410.1 Central Highlands Arts and Cultural Advisory Committee - Terms of Reference.................................1410.2 Liveability strategy update ....................................................................................................................2910.3 Update - Staff Housing .........................................................................................................................3210.4 Update - Community Housing ..............................................................................................................3611 GENERAL BUSINESS............................................................................................................................3912 CLOSED SESSION.................................................................................................................................4012.1 Update - Curragh Housing, Blackwater ................................................................................................4013 CLOSURE OF MEETING........................................................................................................................4013.1 Closure of Meeting ...............................................................................................................................40
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1 PRESENT
2 APOLOGIES
3 LEAVE OF ABSENCE
4 CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING
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Meeting held in the Central Highlands Regional Council Chambers, Emerald Office
Wednesday 14 December 2016
Commenced at 2.00pm
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CENTRAL HIGHLANDS REGIONAL COUNCIL
COMMUNITIES STANDING COMMITTEE MEETING
TUESDAY 22 NOVEMBER 2016
MINUTES CONTENTS
PRESENT .................................................................................................................................................... 3
APOLOGIES ................................................................................................................................................ 3
LEAVE OF ABSENCE ................................................................................................................................. 3
CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING ......................................................................... 3
Business Arising Out Of Minutes .............................................................................................................. 3
Outstanding Meeting Actions .................................................................................................................... 3
Conflict of Interest, Personal Gifts and Benefits ...................................................................................... 3
Petitions (if Any) ......................................................................................................................................... 4
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATIONS / NOTES ........................................................................................... 4
Minutes of Meeting – Central Highlands Arts and Cultural Advisory Committee (CHACAC) ......................... 4
Minutes of Meeting – Community Consultations ........................................................................................... 4
COMMUNITIES SECTION ........................................................................................................................... 4
Springsure RSL Cenotaph Upgrade Project ................................................................................................. 4
Appointment of Manager - New Blackwater Aquatic Centre – Tender 2016T025E ....................................... 5
RADF Recommendations ............................................................................................................................. 5
Rubyvale Progress Association Inc. - Rubyvale township and distinct postcode – second report ................. 6
GENERAL BUSINESS ................................................................................................................................. 6
CLOSURE OF MEETING ............................................................................................................................. 6
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MINUTES – COMMUNITIES STANDING COMMITTEE MEETING HELD AT 2.00PM WEDNESDAY 14 DECEMBER 2016 IN THE CENTRAL HIGHLANDS REGIONAL COUNCIL CHAMBERS, EMERALD OFFICE
PRESENT Councillors Councillor (Cr) C. Brimblecombe (Chair), Cr K. Hayes (Mayor), Cr G. Godwin-Smith (Deputy Mayor), Cr P. Bell AM, Cr M. Daniels and Cr G. Nixon. Officers Chief Executive Officer S. Mason, General Manager Communities B. Duke and Minute Secretary K. Stephenson. Observers Nil APOLOGIES Nil LEAVE OF ABSENCE Nil CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING Communities Standing Committee Meeting: 22 November 2016
Resolution:
Cr G. Nixon moved and seconded by Cr G. Godwin-Smith “That the minutes of the previous Communities Standing Committee Meeting held on 22 November 2016 be confirmed”. CSC 2016 / 12 / 14 / 01 Carried (6-0) Business Arising Out Of Minutes 1. General Manager Communities – Update on Emerald Aquatic Centre Pool Project
Fault detected in green water slide that had been recently installed at the Emerald Aquatic Centre, currently being investigated by contractors. Advice is that the fault is not interfering with slide operations.
2. Guidelines for street beautification undertaken by residents
General Manager Communities advised that work is continuing with the preparation of Council guidelines for street beautification undertaken by local residents with the current timeline for completion being early in 2017.
Outstanding Meeting Actions � Telecommunications Blackspot Strategy
The Communities Standing Committee resolved that further investigatory work be undertaken with relevant Government agencies to determine if local governments can be involved in selecting and or considering other options for suitable tower infrastructure across the Central Highlights that acknowledges both the landscape amenity and improving telecommunications to rural residents.
Conflict of Interest, Personal Gifts and Benefits Nil.
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Petitions (if Any) Nil.
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATIONS / NOTES Minutes of Meeting – Central Highlands Arts and Cultural Advisory Committee (CHACAC) Resolution:
Cr P. Bell moved and seconded by Cr G. Godwin-Smith “That the minutes of the Central Highlands Arts and Cultural Advisory Committee be endorsed”. CSC 2016 / 12 / 14 / 02 Carried (6-0) Minutes of Meeting – Community Consultations Resolution:
Cr G. Nixon moved and seconded by Cr G. Godwin-Smith “That subject to consolidation, the minutes of the following Community Consultation meetings be endorsed”.
• Myola – 15 November 2016 • Springsure – 22 November 2016
CSC 2016 / 12 / 14 / 03 Carried (6-0)
COMMUNITIES SECTION Springsure RSL Cenotaph Upgrade Project Executive Summary: The Springsure Returned Services League (RSL) met with Central Highlands Regional Council representatives in March 2016 and again on 22 November 2016 to partner in a two (2) stage project involving the replacement of the existing cenotaph in front of the Memorial Hall, associated electrical, landscaping and irrigation (Stage 1) as well as manufacturing and erecting art panels (silhouettes) on the exterior walls of the Hall, landscaping and new Honour Rolls (Stage 2). Recent correspondence from the Springsure RSL seeks a financial contribution from Council to potentially cover any shortfall in grant funding if and when received and any unforeseen expenses. Resolution:
Cr G. Godwin-Smith moved and seconded by Cr P. Bell “That Central Highlands Regional Council:
1. approves a financial contribution of $50,000 to the Springsure Returned Services League (RSL) towards the construction, transportation and installation of a new cenotaph to be erected in front of the Springsure Memorial Hall; and
2. these funds be identified in Council’s Budget Review 2; and 3. future progress reports on the project be presented to the Communities Standing Committee”.
CSC 2016 / 12 / 14 / 04 Carried (6-0)
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Appointment of Manager - New Blackwater Aquatic Centre – Tender 2016T025E Executive Summary: Following consideration by the internal assessment panel, this report is seeking Council's delegation to the Chief Executive Officer to conclude the appointment of the Manager of the new Blackwater Aquatic Centre prior to the 2016 Christmas period.
Resolution:
Cr P. Bell moved and seconded by Cr M. Daniels “That following consideration of three (3) tenders received in response to the expression of interest applications, the Central Highlands Regional Council award Shane and Wendy Dufty a term lease for the management and operations of the new Blackwater Aquatic Centre. Further, that in accordance with Tender Specification 2016T025E, negotiations proceed between Council and the successful tenderer to a satisfactory conclusion. CSC 2016 / 12 / 14 / 05 Carried (6-0) RADF Recommendations Executive Summary: The Regional Arts Development Fund (RADF) Program has four (4) primary application Rounds annually. Applications for Round 2 of this RADF program recently closed on the 25 November 2016. These second round applications were assessed and approved by Central Highlands Arts and Cultural Advisory Committee at 2 December 2016 meeting. Resolution:
Cr Godwin Smith moved and seconded by Cr Daniels “That Central Highlands Regional Council approve the following Regional Arts Development Fund 2016-17 Round 2 applications:
1. Bauhinia Shire Historical Society: A research concept to develop and preserve the history of a local business on the Central Highlands that has been operating since the early 1900’s. Total Budget: $2,130.
2. Comet School of Arts Inc.: To engage professional graphic art services as part of promoting the significant historical sites throughout the Comet Township. Total Budget: $2,055.
3. Alessandro Parlato: Professional development program to gain an introduction to the music industry including live sound, song writing, computer music technology, jamming and rehearsal techniques, recording, mixing, music editing and performance. Total Budget: $1,218.
4. Animating Spaces to Create Welcoming Places: This is a Strategic Initiative to provide interactive art events and activities across the whole region. It also includes a “Faces and Places” gallery exhibition with links to the Central Highlands Regional Council Community Strategies. Total Budget $5,000”.
The total of RADF expenditure for RADF Round 2, 2016-17 is $10,403.
CSC 2016 / 12 / 14 / 06
Carried (6-0)
Terms of Reference Review - Regional Arts Development Fund (RADF) Program The Communities Standing Committee resolved that a report be presented to the next Committee meeting outlining the current terms of reference required by State Government and the obligations of local government in considering and distributing Regional Arts Development Funds across the Central Highlands community.
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Rubyvale Progress Association Inc. - Rubyvale township and distinct postcode – second report Executive Summary: At the Communities Standing Committee held on 24 October 2016 it was agreed that an Information Report be submitted to Committee after further investigating the original request from the Rubyvale Progress Association Inc. on matters not only relating to a request for a unique post code but also seeking possible changes to registered locality names and boundaries. This second report is now presented for consideration. Council considered this report and resolved that advice regarding the steps to amend an official bounded locality and seeking a unique postcode for Rubyvale (distinct from 4702) be communicated to all affected communities.
GENERAL BUSINESS (Verbal matters raised by Councillors either as a question, acknowledgement and or additional follow-up by officers)
Scott Mason, Chief Executive Officer • The Chief Executive Officer advised the Committee that the sub-group involving him, the Mayor and
Deputy Mayor was established to consider community applications, submitted via community reference groups (CRG), consistent with 2016-17 budget allocation has yet to meet to consider any applications and will do so in the New Year.
Cr Nixon
• Councillor Nixon raised a query if the minutes for the Level Playing Field working group should be tabled to the Communities Standing Committee for endorsement. The General Manager Communities confirmed that the minutes are provided to the Communities Standing Committee and that no actions or recommendations should be acted on until the minutes are confirmed and endorsed by Council.
CLOSURE OF MEETING There being no further business, the Mayor closed the meeting at 3.12pm. CONFIRMED MAYOR DATE
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5 BUSINESS ARISING OUT OF MINUTES
6 REVIEW OF OUTSTANDING MEETING ACTIONS
7 MATERIAL PERSONAL INTEREST, CONFLICT OF INTEREST, PERSONAL GIFTS AND BENEFITS
8 PETITION
8.1 To be tabled
9 COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATIONS / NOTES
9.1 Minutes - Level Playing Field Meeting - 12 October 2016
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MEETING MINUTES
PURPOSE: LEVEL PLAYING FIELD WORKING GROUP
DATE: 12 OCTOBER 2016 TIME: 1 – 3PM LOCATION: Emerald, Executive meeting room PRESENT: Mayor K Hayes, Crs G Nixon, C Brimblecombe, D Lacey, A McIndoe and M Daniels, Brad Duke, Mark Giebel, Janice
Moriarty, Jaymie Webster, Courtney Wheeler, Andre Landman, Lynda Connell, Kelly Stephenson (Minute Clerk) APOLOGIES: Nil
Item Description Summary notes from meeting
1 Welcome and introductions
Welcome and overview of role of Working Group by Brad Duke
2 Consideration of contents and direction proposed by Discussion Paper presented to Committee on 26 July 2016
Mark Giebel provided overview of proposed reform and discussion paper previously considered at Communities Standing Committee on 26 July 2016
3 Are we on the right track - Is this strategic direction agreed upon?
Items of discussion;
• Reform will take time
• Targets to be based on priorities
• Concerns around infrastructure
• Providing equity amongst groups
• CHRC future budgets -sustainability - affordability
• Tenures and agreements will follow after direction established
• Grant funding and grant writing options
• Set KPI’s for Clubs to meet – criteria/ planning
• Councillors and working group supported the direction being proposed
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4 Consideration of the capital investment plan initiative – process, applications, what are we seeking initially EOI type process, communication strategy
• Working group homework prior to next meeting – comments back to Mark
• Re-visit discussion paper and Sport and Rec Capital Investment Plan and confirm process (page 13) – any clarification / suggested amendments?
5 CHRC Aspirations (PowerPoint presentation by Courtney wheeler)
• Working group acknowledged the goals and aspirations as presented by Courtney Wheeler
6 Test case – Rolleston Community Oval – partnership CHRC and Committee (development of Management Agreement)
• Working group agreed that no increase in assistance would be provided and that support will be maintained until further policy direction is sought
7 Meeting frequency and best timing
• Next meeting in approx. 3 weeks’ time
8 Other Business • Mayor and group agreed that the project will take time to implement with current relationships (formed over many years) and ongoing expectations for continued support
• Goal is fair, equitable and sustainable service delivery across the region
• Councillors approved that Cr Alan McIndoe become a member of the working group
9 Wrap Up & Conclusion
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Action Plan
Date Description of action required By Whom By When Comments
12/10/16 Re-visit discussion paper – Sport and Recreation Capital Investment Plan (CIP) and confirm process (pg 13) – any further clarification and or suggested amendments?
All Next meeting
12/10/16 Capital Investment Plan – provide comment and feedback
All Next meeting
12/10/16 Re-familiarise with discussion paper All Next meeting
12/10/16 Collate information and graphical representation on Sport and Rec Clubs throughout the region (include Club contacts, active / not active, categories, costings {electricity, water, fees}, type of Clubs etc.
Council Officers
Next meeting
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10 COMMUNITIES
10.1 Central Highlands Arts and Cultural Advisory Committee - Terms of Reference
DECISION ACTION REPORT
Author: Karen Newman, Arts and Cultural OfficerLynda Connell, Acting Manager Community Planning and Engagement
Authorising Officer: Luke Lankowski, Acting General Manager Communities
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
This report provides information on the Central Highlands Arts and Cultural Advisory Committee (CHACAC) Terms of Reference and recommends the adoption of the revised Terms of Reference to support the continued operations of the Committee.
OFFICER RECOMMENDATION
Central Highlands Regional Council Communities Standing Committee endorse the revised Central Highlands Arts and Cultural Advisory Committee (CHACAC) Terms of Reference.
REPORT:
The Central Highlands Arts and Cultural Advisory Committee (CHACAC) Terms of Reference were reviewed to ensure alignment with the new structure by CHAHAC Committee members Friday 2nd December 2016. The Minutes of the meeting and Terms of Reference are attached.
The revised Central Highlands Arts and Cultural Advisory Committee (CHACAC) Terms of Reference documents and outlines important guidelines such as:
The purpose and objectives of the group Members responsibilities Selection criteria and appointment process Tenure of appointment Operational structure including delivery of the Regional Arts Development Fund (RADF) program.
The purpose of the Terms of Reference is to provide a governance framework to the Arts and Cultural Advisory Committee.
To ensure a smooth transition with new Committee membership, a succession plan was devised. The current Committee members will continue for at least the next two Regional Arts Development Fund (RADF) funding rounds to allow consistency, reliability and retention of knowledge.
CHACAC Committee members agreed to retain the current Committee (CHACAC) members for at least the next two RADF application rounds. This will allow the process to continue with consistency, reliability and retention of knowledge. It will also allow time for the necessary changes to take effect without any unnecessary pressure and a smooth transition to the new membership.
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CONSIDERATIONS / IMPLICATIONS:
Risk Rating
Risk: Minimal to Nil
Corporate/Operational Plan Reference:1. Strong, Vibrant Communities; 1.1.0 - Corporate Plan Strategy: Provide and maintain accessible community services and facilities that meet the needs of our diverse communities and offer value for money for all stakeholders.
Financial: Budget or whole of life costs are not applicable
Statutory/Policy/Delegations:Central Highlands Regional Council Arts and Cultural PolicyCentral Highlands Regional Council Cultural Futures Strategy 2016 - 2026
Communication/Engagement:Central Highlands Regional Council’s Arts and Cultural Officer, with support from staff of the Community Development Unit, utilised Collaborate as the level of engagement.All committee members participated in the thorough review process and a consensus was achieved.
ATTACHMENTS:
Central Highlands Arts Cultural Advisory Committee Minutes of Meeting – 2 December 2016
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Central Highlands Arts and Cultural Advisory Committee (CHACAC)
Minutes of Meeting
Location: Emerald Gallery Room, Ground Floor, Council Chambers Emerald Date: Friday 2nd December 2016 Time: 9.30am to 1.35pm Chair: Cr. Gail Nixon Minute Taker: Bernardine Frawley (CHRC) Present: Cr. Cr Gail Nixon (CHRC), Karen Newman (Arts & Cultural Officer CHRC), Bernardine Frawley (CHRC)
Members: Sharon Gimbert, Barb Beazley, Kathy Hawkins, Leaonie Hinsbey, Gwyneth Harmer (Representative
from Friends of the Art Gallery)
Apologies: Maureen Burns, Lisa Hodge, Cr Charlie Brimblecombe, Cr Gail Godwin-Smith
Item Discussions ACTIONS
1. Opening of Meeting and Apologies
Cr. Gail Nixon opened the meeting and apologies noted
Meeting Notes 4 November 2016 were confirmed subject to the
following corrections and amendments:
Agenda Item Number 1: Everyone felt they all contribute to the
decision making of the region and individuals can represent a
number of towns. Therefore all agreed to just record names of
attendances and not include name of town beside the name.
Agenda Item Number 2: (These Changes will not be rushed
and not take effect until 1 July 2017 not 2016).
Agenda Item Number 9 - Delete the heading Emerald Art
Gallery.
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Item Discussions ACTIONS
Actions from previous minutes discussed:
Action Response
CHRC be advised of line marking required at Art Complex for disability parking and current work causing safety issue
Council has contacted member Sharon Gimbert and work is currently in progress
Crowd Funding Work in progress. Arts and Cultural Officer to engage other Council. Continue to leave as an Agenda item
2. Communication Plan A draft sample Communication Plan has been started however await further input on the technology component to be completed in coming weeks.
CHRC Arts & Cultural officer will email out preview document before next meeting requesting feedback
Communication Plan to be set as an agenda item for next meeting
3. New Terms of Reference
After consultation, all members provided feedback
All approved and agreed upon Final Draft – See Attached
Addendum A
4. Creative Cultural Futures Strategy – Changes
A copy of the strategy document was distributed needs to be
agreed upon today
All agreed to proceed with Strategy subject to the following changes:
Remove any reference to specific artists within the document as not all art forms are recognised and this will be better covered with website and booklet.
Noted the additions of endorsements by the CEO Scott Mason and current Mayor Kerry Hayes
Page 6 – 3rd bottom one – on the right side - on strategy – change – remove the date 2015 for the charter
To include in the introduction the same introduction used in the CHACAC Terms of Reference
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Item Discussions ACTIONS
5. Strategic Initiative: CHRC Art and Cultural Tourism Booklet
Quotations have been obtained for a bus for the group to tour the
region to hold their meeting in various regional centres and to promote
RADF and do site locations visits for arts and cultural projects.
The purpose of putting together the CHRC Art and Cultural Tourism
Booklet is to promote local arts, cultural, heritage and cultural tourism
linking with the broader marketing plan of these. This project is a
Strategic Initiative that has been approved by Arts Queensland and it
was agreed to deliver as a committee.
Agenda Item for next meeting – Communication and Marketing plan. For the group to bring their ideas
6. RADF Applications Springsure Historical Group – Nixon Transport
Gail Nixon and Karen Newman announced their withdrawal from
assessing this application due to conflict of interest.
Remaining members assessed application and approved subject to the
following:
1. The budget needs to be worked and ensure all figures flow correctly
through the whole submission to equal the total submitted amount
of $2130
2. A complete and corrected application be re-submitted
3. Member Sharon Gimbert was nominated to make contact and
provide guidance where to make corrections on application form
Comet School of Arts – Comet Tales and Walking Trails
All members assessed the application and approved this application
subject to:
1. The Letter of Support be actually signed as the letter submitted did
not include a signature
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Item Discussions ACTIONS
All commented overall, on the accuracy of the application and a job well
done by the Comet School of Arts
Duaringa Historical Walk
CHRC Arts & Cultural Officer advised that an application is forth
coming but wanted to advise groups that a similar application would be
presented next Round.
Alessandro Parlato – Griffith Conservatorium Rock School
All members assessed the application and approved this application
subject to:
1. Make adjustments in relation to Summer School
2. A complete and corrected application be re-submitted
3. Member Leonie Hinsbey was nominated to make contact and help
provide guidance where to make these adjustments
4. Once grant has been funded and activity fulfilled, Allessandro
complete a volunteer activity to give something back to the
community i.e. Sing at a local event
7. Animating Spaces to Create Welcoming Places
Arts and Cultural Officer showed a Power Point Presentation of this plan including the proposed projects to be rolled out of the next 10 years
History and heritage is a big part of this area, hence the additional draft Heritage Strategy developed in March to compliment the Creative Cultural Futures Strategy 2016-26
A budget of $5,000 from Welcoming Places Bid component (this portion has Arts Queensland approval from the 2016-17 Bid) and is to come out of the Welcoming Places $10 000 budget
The $5,000 budget will be utilised on the Region’s Liveability Strategy by developing an Interactive Arts Exhibition called “Faces and Places” in the Emerald Art Gallery from mid-January until the end of February 2017, for the gallery installation and regional tour
Arts and Cultural Office to
1. Add Lee Kempson mural in supper room, Emerald and Bauhinia Cenotaph to CHRC Arts Asset Register
2. Email out this
plan to CHACAC
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Item Discussions ACTIONS
program. It will leverage off other projects and enjoy promotions into broader areas
16.1.17 to 28.2.17 is the time frame of the gallery portion of this project
As a courtesy CHRC Town Planner Jaymie Webster will be invited as a guest to discuss and update the committee of the current project status.
members and arrange for everyone to contribute with ideas and feedback
8. ANZAC Exhibition
It is intended for the ANZAC Exhibition to be held at Emerald Art
Gallery during April in partnership with the Emerald Sunflower
Committee.
Friends of the Art Gallery have a Sunflower Exhibition event at the
same time as the ANZAC Western Front exhibition.
If there is a clash of dates, a possible solution is the two exhibitions
arrange to share the Emerald Art Gallery at the same time.
All agreed to contact the Sunflower Committee and continue with
close communications
Arts and Cultural officer will talk to the Sunflower committee and
work on the conflict of dates and venues
The Blackwater ANZAC exhibition to be a film held at the
Blackwater International Coal Centre (BICC)
Friends of the Art Gallery representative gave an overall update of
their group. It is being rejuvenated and are re-building momentum.
They are working together as a committee have arranged tasks
and structured a calendar with dates booked for exhibitions and
events.
Discussed the issue of trying to work in dates that suit artists and
not clash with other significant art events. Accommodating dates
for artists can help with improving successful outcomes for all
Arts and Cultural Officer to
1. Connect with contact Friends of the Art Gallery re: Arts in August date setting
2. Confirm dates for the 2017 Art Awards and ensure all parties are notified of confirmed dates
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Item Discussions ACTIONS
Memorandum of Understandings (MOU’s) for Emerald and
Springsure Art Galleries will be a discussion item at the next
planning meeting
9. Mosaic Tables Arts and Cultural Officer advised of progresses with the Mosaic Tables project:
Table measurements taken Table top designs are being drawn up by the individual art groups
using their creative ideas in the themes. Groups include Patchwork, Dance, Pottery and Photography Club.
In the future, should tables be removed, the tops can be removed and used as an art feature or on another project
The designs for the sections at the end of each table will represent the garden
Once the designs are finalised, in the near year, community workshops will be organised to complete mosaics on tables.
It is intended to include various community groups as well as Semita House and Day to Day Living Group - a great community project for them to be involved in
All agreed the Emerald Art Group be the auspice for this project, therefore the group to invoice council for the approved budget
Emerald Art Group President confirmed receipt for the Emerald Community Reference Group (CRG) additional $500 component and would also be invoiced to Council
Compliments were made to Council on the recent work done to the grounds. It is looking much better
Discussed lighting in the park and people were unsure of what grant funding had been approved and what was being completed. To investigate further
Contact Central Highlands Development Corporation (CHDC) as to what grants were approved to fund lighting improvements and what progresses are made with implementation
10. General Business An Arts and Teachers workshop planned for 10 and 11 June 2017. A program based on connecting school teachers, artists and linking into school curriculum
Volunteer time - All agreed this group volunteers a lot of their time and it would be beneficial to collect this data. It can be useful and effective information when applying for grants and issuing reports.
Council to draw up a Timesheet collection sheet and each meeting , as a standard Agenda item have
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Item Discussions ACTIONS
In future, each meeting record this information on a central timesheet collection process
members record their hours
11. Close of Meeting Next Meeting Date
Meeting closed 1.35pm
Next Planning Meeting is Friday 3rd February – Gallery Meeting Room Emerald – Time to be advised
Next Quarterly Meeting is Friday 3rd March 2017 to be held in Rolleston – Venue, times and travel arrangements to be advised
Possibly have the public meeting in Beazley Park in the afternoon
Next Agenda Items: 1. Communication Plan 2. Marketing Plan 3. Emerald and
Springsure Art Galleries MOU’s
4. Recording on Timesheets
5. Crowd Funding
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Addendum A
FINAL DRAFT
CENTRAL HIGHLANDS REGIONAL COUNCIL
CENTRAL HIGHLANDS ARTS AND CULTURAL
ADVISORY COMMITTEE including RADF
TERMS OF REFERENCE
The Central Highlands Arts and Cultural Advisory Committee including Regional Arts Development Fund (RADF) is a Central Highlands
Regional Council Committee established to encourage the participation and optimum service delivery for the Central Highlands
Regional Council (CHRC) communities especially in regard to arts, cultural and heritage groups; including festivals, events and
community activities which epitomise these areas within the Central Highlands Regional Council region and beyond.
1) PURPOSE
The aim of the Central Highlands Arts and Cultural Advisory Committee (CHACAC) is:
a) To provide input and community perspectives into the development and implementation of the Central Highlands Regional Council’s Arts and Culture Policy and Central Highlands Regional Council Creative Cultural Futures Strategy 2016-2026.
b) To improve advocacy, inform policy and align strategic priorities with issues facing the arts, cultural and heritage sectors in
the Central Highlands Regional Council region.
c) Source funding for arts, cultural and heritage projects from government grants, organisations and cultural bodies.
d) To make recommendations to Central Highlands Regional Council on applications made to the Regional Arts Development Fund (RADF) Program.
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2) RESPONSIBILITIES
Reference group members will work towards:
a) Monitoring and providing expert advice on issues affecting the arts, cultural and heritage sector in the Central Highlands Regional Council area.
b) Identifying strategic directions for the arts, cultural and heritage sector to be included and monitored in the associated policies and strategies.
c) Providing leadership in the development of the policies and strategies.
d) Assisting in developing understanding of our strengths and weaknesses, achievements, challenges and activities
e) Contributing to the development of shared priorities, strategies and actions.
f) Sharing their knowledge of arts, cultural and heritage issues, policies and procedures.
g) Strengthening the arts, cultural and heritage sector networks.
h) Assist with evaluating and selection of applications and projects to receive RADF funding for endorsement by CHRC Communities Standing Committee
i) Providing a conduit for broader sector and community engagement in consultation processes.
j) RADF meetings will be held quarterly. Project meetings will be held monthly. OBJECTIVES: 1. Create more enjoyable and interesting public places in Central Highlands through high quality, innovative, evocative and diverse cultural spaces and public art. 2. Establish a clear and effective process for cultural and heritage activities and public art development. 3. Ensure that existing programs, collections and works are appropriately maintained.
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4. Increase the enjoyment, appreciation and participation of our communities in cultural programs, heritage places and creation of public cultural spaces. 5. CHRC are to ensure that the requirements of public and work-place safety are respected and adhered to in the making,
installation and on-going presence and maintenance of public art works. 6. Increase employment opportunities for artists within the region and to introduce nationally renowned artists and their talents. 7. Increase private and commercial support for cultural programs, creation of public cultural spaces and celebrate their
contributions. 8. Review and refine policies and strategies. 9. Develop Central Highlands Regional Council’s reputation as a respected exponent of public cultural and heritage spaces and
public art in regional Queensland. 10. Increase opportunities for economic and tourism development through active public programming, projects and events. 11. Assist with funding for arts, cultural and heritage projects subject to CHRC budget approvals and source additional funding from organisations and cultural bodies to compliment this process. 12. Allow for contribution to cultural spaces and public art in street-scaping, master planning and urban design projects for the entire
Central Highlands region. 13. CHACAC to assist with promoting arts, cultural and heritage initiatives across the Central Highlands region. 3) MEMBERSHIP OF CENTRAL HIGHLANDS ARTS AND CULTURAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE IS AS FOLLOWS: A representative group of up to 13 members will form CHACAC. These members will consist of two CHRC Councillors, two members from each of the four areas within Central Highlands region (north, south, east and central), a gallery representative from each Central Highlands gallery and a heritage representative. As a part of CHACAC member duties, the (RADF) applications will be considered at quarterly meetings: these meetings will rotate
across different centres throughout the Central Highlands region.
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Along with quarterly meetings to evaluate RADF applications, monthly planning meetings may be hosted by CHACAC for strategic arts, cultural and heritage programming and projects. CHACAC members will be selected on the basis of the following criteria:
A substantial record of achievement or Curriculum Vitae as a professional practitioner in a particular art form or in the provision of
arts, cultural and heritage services.
Knowledge of the arts, cultural and heritage industries or services.
Established connections with the arts, cultural and heritage industry and community networks around the region (two from each of
the four CHRC areas).
Availability to provide input and support into the development and implementation of (the Arts and Cultural policies and strategies)
and the CHRC arts, cultural and heritage communities.
Representatives with supporting project skills for arts, cultural and heritage development may be invited to contribute to ongoing
projects.
It is preferable that members collectively have knowledge and experience in areas of relevance including: visual arts, craft and design,
community cultural development and community arts, dance, music, new media, theatre, writing and publishing, festivals and multi-
arts, public art, museums and cultural heritage, libraries, galleries, arts venues and/or touring.
Sub-committees may be developed to progress specific initiatives if necessary. Other organisations and individuals may also be invited to participate in particular meetings where this will assist discussion. CHRC Councillors, other than CHACAC members, have the option to attend meetings with notification and do not have voting rights. 4) APPOINTMENT PROCESS
Representatives of the CHACAC will be selected via an Expression of Interest (EOI) process, based on their relevant expertise and
regional representation. In determining the final composition, a selection panel will evaluate members based on a criteria as indicated
above and be endorsed by CHRC Communities Standing Committee. This panel will consist of CHACAC Chair, CHRC General
Manager Department of Communities and CHRC Arts and Cultural Officer. Central Highlands Regional Council will consider the best
representation of arts and cultural diversity across the region.
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5) TENURE
It is proposed that the CHACAC be appointed for two years where at that time a new committee will be sought. An EOI will be
advertised and called to join the committee every two years and targeted recruiting of new members may be sought to address
specific areas of interest or emerging opportunities, with a focus on regional representation.
6) OPERATIONAL STRUCTURE
The operation of the CHACAC will encourage active participation and effective representation by members.
The following operational aspects will be observed:
a) Ongoing communication will be encouraged; b) A representative of Central Highlands Regional Council will chair the CHACAC and nominated CHRC representatives can
attend these meetings.
c) The RADF program delivery will be conducted as part of the quarterly meetings
d) Meetings (face to face, video link or teleconference) will be scheduled on a quarterly basis and/or aligned with other key arts, cultural and heritage sectors timeframes and compulsory attendance of at least two of these meetings will be expected. Planning meetings will be scheduled monthly for planning and development of arts, cultural and heritage programs and projects.
e) Input and feedback may be sought from members out of session as required, particularly in the case of Out-of-Round RADF
applications.
f) Central Highlands Regional Council (CHRC) will provide administrative support. CHRC Arts and Cultural Officer will be responsible for the administrative aspects of the CHACAC including scheduling meetings, preparing and distributing agendas and documents, and taking and distributing minutes.
g) The CHACAC can invite experts and/or representatives from different groups in the community and suitable consultants for
advice with particular projects from time to time. These advisors are not elected committee members and as such have no voting rights.
Adopted: ………………………….............2016
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Revision: ……………………………………… 2018
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10.2 Liveability strategy update
DECISION ACTION REPORT
Author: Jaymie Webster, Principal Planner Strategic Land Use
Authorising Officer: Luke Lankowski, Acting General Manager Communities
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
This report provides an update on the status of the liveability strategy. The report also seeks support from the Communities Standing Committee to revise the scope of the strategy to recognise previously completed work on the Community Wellbeing Indicators Project, and supporting information to be provided through the Central Highlands Development Corporation's proposed Economic Master Plan.
OFFICER RECOMMENDATION
That Central Highlands Regional Council support the clarification of the scope of the liveability strategy to be focussed on the environmental (place based) elements that contribute to achieving a sustainable Central Highlands.
And further;
That Central Highlands Regional Council support the Community Wellbeing Indicators Project being revisited and presented for adoption focussing on the social elements that contribute towards a sustainable Central Highlands.
REPORT:
In accordance with item 1.1.2 of the Operational Plan, Council is committed to developing a Liveability Strategy to address mobility, safety, accessibility, social support and affordability factors. The strategy is currently being developed, and through this process it has been identified that a supporting body of work has been previously been undertaken by the Communities department but never formally adopted by Council, titled the Community Wellbeing Indicators Project. Furthermore, the Central Highlands Development Corporation (CHDC) are to deliver an Economic Master Plan for the Central Highlands in 2016/2017, which would also support this project. These two pieces of work, when delivered in conjunction with the Liveability strategy are three important bodies of work required to address the sustainability equation (refer to the diagram below).
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By way of explanation to breakdown the components as they exist, wellbeing is people based and liveability is place based. The community wellbeing indicators project considers the social elements, while the economic master plan considers the economic elements. If supported, this would allow the function of the liveability strategy to reduce and focus on the place based (environmental) elements. At this time there is a crossover and duplication occurring between the liveability strategy and community wellbeing indicators project and the proposed economic master plan.
It is recommended that the scope of the liveability strategy is reduced to focus on the place based (environmental) elements that contribute towards a sustainable Central Highlands and that the Community Wellbeing Indicators Project is revisited and presented for adoption focussing on the social elements that contribute towards a sustainable Central Highlands.
CONSIDERATIONS / IMPLICATIONS:
Risk Rating
Risk: Not applicable.
Corporate/Operational Plan Reference:1. Strong, Vibrant Communities
a. Provide and maintain accessible community services and facilities that meet the needs of our diverse communities and offer value for money for all stakeholders.
b. Promote the heritage and diverse cultures of our communities.c. Encourage and promote community wellbeing, including healthy and active lifestyles.d. Promote the love of reading and lifelong learning in the community through responsive
programs, services and collections. 2. Building and Maintaining Quality Infrastructure
a. Plan and deliver infrastructure which aligns with the aspirations of the Central Highlands community as outlined in the CH2022 Community Plan, and other strategic plans for Council and key stakeholders including State and Federal governments,
b. Plan open spaces and street-scapes to improve civic pride and aesthetic appeal.c. Provide sustainable solutions for the collection disposal and recycling of waste.d. Continue to plan, manage and maintain transport infrastructure to improve quality and
safety.e. Provide and maintain well-planned, sustainable community assets to meet the needs of
our community.3. Supporting our local economy
a. Encourage a diverse supply of housing affordability and choices.b. Through the CHDC, support opportunities for existing and emerging industries and
businesses to consolidate and grow.4. Protecting our People and Our Environment
a. Support the region’s growth through integrated, well-planned development.b. Develop and implement strategies to improve, promote and adopt sustainable
environmental practices in partnership with the community and relevant stakeholders.c. Develop and deliver initiatives to mitigate, prevent, prepare for, respond to and recover
from disasters.6. Strong governance
a. Embrace professional business practices and responsible use of Council resources.
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Financial: No project budget was allocated to support the delivery of the liveability strategy in the 2016/2017 year budget, with this project being delivered in-house by Council staff. The proposed amendment to the scope of this project would reduce associated operational costs for completing these works through the minimisation of duplication between projects.
It is understood that there is also no budget allocation to revisit the Community Wellbeing Indicators Project, which may be required to facilitate changes in that project. Subject to Council approval of the change, identified funding requirements will be sought as part of Budget Review 2.
Statutory/Policy/Delegations:The draft Liveability Strategy aligns with the Corporate Plan and Central Highlands 2022 Community Plan.
Communication/Engagement:The business units responsible for the Community Wellbeing Indicators Project and proposed Economic Master Plan have been consulted and support the proposed recommendation.
ATTACHMENTS:
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10.3 Update - Staff Housing
INFORMATION REPORT
Author / Authorising Officer: Luke Lankowski, Acting General Manager Communities
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
Central Highlands Regional Council maintains 103 units of accommodation for use as staff housing. This report provides information on the current occupancy status of this staff housing portfolio, and highlights trends in occupancy over the past two years.
REPORT:
Central Highlands Regional Council maintains and manages 103 units of accommodation for use as staff housing. This staff housing is provided primarily to support key positions, skills shortage areas, and promote regional work locations, with the need for this housing most apparent during the mining boom as a means to provide affordable housing for part of Council’s workforce.
Since that time occupancy rates have reduced in line with greater availability of housing options in our communities. This resulted in the gradual reduction of staff housing occupancy to a low of 62 percent occupancy in December 2015.
A draft Housing Strategy was prepared in July 2015 to attempt to quantify the identified trends, and identify the state of this housing portfolio. A number of recommendations were identified through this process, and Council has implemented a number of changes in order to improve overall occupancy rates.
In December 2016, these measures, together with renewed interest, have resulted in staff housing occupancy rates of 78%.
The trend in occupancy over the past two years is represented on the graph below.
The following tables represent Council’s staff housing and are broken into tenanted and vacant property listings.
Tenanted properties21 Cedar Street Blackwater35 Hunter Street Blackwater2 Schotia Street Blackwater15 Talbot Street Blackwater
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2/11 Doon Street Blackwater5/11 Doon Street Blackwater14 Doon Street Blackwater4 Evans Street Blackwater2 Mackenzie Street Blackwater5 Mackenzie Street Blackwater24 Mackenzie Street Blackwater70 Wattle Street Blackwater3 Wilga Street Blackwater23 Hibernia Road Showground Capella20 Retro Street Capella36 Gordon Street Capella7 Roxburgh Street Capella87 Burn Street Capella105 Burn Street Capella22 McLean Street Capella2/33 Langton Street Capella4 Newell Court Capella11 Malvern Street Capella2/26 Abor Street Capella57 Burn Street Capella13 Gordon Street Capella17 Gordon Street Capella21 Gordon Street Capella1/17 O'Brien Street Capella3/17 O'Brien Street Capella14 Retro Street Capella22 Retro Street Capella5 William Street Duaringa6 William Street Duaringa12 Williams/23 Elizabeth Duaringa35 Elizabeth Street Duaringa1/17 Charlotte Street Duaringa2/17 Charlotte Street Duaringa9 Charlotte street Duaringa20 Charlotte Street Duaringa13 King Street Duaringa17 King Street Duaringa23 King Street Duaringa31 King Street Duaringa35 King Street Duaringa14 /16 Mary Street Duaringa20 Mary Street Duaringa23 Mary Street Duaringa28 Mary Street Duaringa34 Mary Street Duaringa94 Harris Street EmeraldUnit 2/110 Harris Street EmeraldUnit 3/110 Harris Street Emerald
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Unit 4/110 Harris Street EmeraldUnit 5/110 Harris Street Emerald23 Topaz Street Emerald29 Topaz Street Emerald1 Batts Street EmeraldAirport House Emerald2 Moriarty Street Emerald4 Moriarty Street Emerald1 Nogoa Court Emerald2 Nogoa Court Emerald4 Nogoa Court EmeraldUnit 1/3 Pill Street EmeraldUnit 3/3 Pill Street Emerald4/63 Roberts Street Emerald5/63 Roberts Street Emerald6/63 Roberts Street Emerald47 Kingower Drive Emerald8 South Calliope Street Springsure66 South Calliope Street Springsure13 Airport Drive Springsure42 Porphyry Street Springsure53 Porphyry Street Springsure60 Dame Street Springsure32 Barcoo Street Bauhinia Park Springsure27 Wood Street Springsure7 Pisces Street Tieri2 Talagai Street Tieri1 Cassia Street Tieri57 Gemini Street Tieri
Vacant Properties 8 Adams Crescent Blackwater1/11 Doon Street Blackwater3/11 Doon Street Blackwater4/11 Doon Street Blackwater39 Littlefield Street Blackwater8 Umbrella Street Blackwater1/33 Langton Street Capella29 Langton Street Capella15 Rickertt Street Capella1/26 Abor Street Capella8 Huntley Street Capella2/17 O'Brien Street Capella4/17 O'Brien Street Capella5 Rickertt Street Capella3/26 Abor Street Capella72 Burn Street Capella73 Burn Street Capella11 Williams Street Duaringa
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19 King Street DuaringaUnit 1/110 Harris Street Emerald
The current return from this staff housing portfolio is $42,903.71 per month based on current occupancy.
Future DirectionThe draft Housing Strategy identified opportunities to dispose of surplus housing stock, or housing stock that was no longer cost effective to maintain or upgrade to meet desired standards. This housing stock is outlined below:
Proposed / Possible Disposals 1/11 Doon Street Blackwater2/11 Doon Street Blackwater3/11 Doon Street Blackwater4/11 Doon Street Blackwater5/11 Doon Street Blackwater1/33 Langton Street Capella2/33 Langton Street Capella29 Langton Street Capella72 Burn Street Capella73 Burn Street Capella13 Gordon Street Capella5 Rickertt Street Capella14 /16 Mary Street Duaringa11 Williams Street Duaringa19 King Street Duaringa
Of these properties Council has resolved to change the use of 11 Doon Street, Blackwater to enable use as a community, arts and cultural space. This change process is in progress.
Other identified properties are currently being evaluated to confirm their suitability for disposal and the cost to return the properties to the desired asset standard.
In the event that all proposed or possible disposals were actioned, the occupancy rate for Council staff housing would be as follows:
90%
10%
Rented Vacant 0%
20%
40%
60%
80%
100%
Occupancy Post Disposals
ATTACHMENTS:
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10.4 Update - Community Housing
INFORMATION REPORT
Author / Authorising Officer: Luke Lankowski, Acting General Manager Communities
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
Central Highlands Regional Council manages and maintains 89 units of accommodation for use as community housing. This report provides information on the current occupancy status of this community housing portfolio, and highlights trends in occupancy over the past two years.
REPORT:
Central Highlands Regional Council maintains and manages 89 units of accommodation for use as community housing, with this portfolio including housing owned by both Council and the State Government. This community housing is provided primarily to support seniors and youth, subject to eligibility criteria.
Community housing occupancy rates have historically been maintained at approximately 80 percent, with changes in occupancy typically due to transfer of tenants to supported care facilities or relocation from the region.
In 2016, a number of tenancies were affected by these circumstances, resulting in lower than average occupancy rates. These rates improved in late 2016, resulting in a total occupancy rate of 82 percent. These trends are outlined in the graph below.
84%
72%
83%75%
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71%78% 82%
2015 20160%
10%20%30%40%50%60%70%80%90%
100%
Mar Jun Sep Dec
Community Housing Occupancy
Council Owned PropertiesThe following tables represent Council’s community housing portfolio and are broken into tenanted and vacant property listings.
Tenanted properties
1/13 Malvern Street Capella2/13 Malvern Street Capella3/28 Huntley Street Capella4/28 Huntley Street Capella5/28 Huntley Street Capella6/28 Huntley Street Capella
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4/Warner Homes Barcoo Street Springsure5/Warner Homes Barcoo Street Springsure6/Warner Homes Barcoo Street Springsure7/Warner Homes Barcoo Street Springsure8/Warner Homes Barcoo Street Springsure9/Warner Homes Barcoo Street Springsure12/Warner Homes Barcoo Street Springsure3/63 Roberts Street Emerald
Vacant Properties
10/Warner Homes Barcoo Street Springsure11/Warner Homes Barcoo Street Springsure1/63 Roberts Street Emerald2/63 Roberts Street Emerald
Department Owned Properties
Tenanted properties
1/1 Evan St Street Anakie2/1 Evan St Street Anakie4/1 Evan St Street Anakie5/1 Evan St Street Anakie6/1 Evan St Street Anakie7/28 Huntley Street Capella10/28 Huntley Street Capella1/29 Abor Street Capella4/29 Abor Street Capella6/29 Abor Street Capella1/11 Alice Street Duaringa2/11 Alice Street Duaringa3/11 Alice Street DuaringaUnit 1/17 Martin Pl EmeraldUnit 2/17 Martin Pl EmeraldUnit 3/17 Martin Pl EmeraldUnit 4/17 Martin Pl EmeraldUnit 5/17 Martin Pl EmeraldUnit 6/17 Martin Pl EmeraldUnit 7/17 Martin Pl EmeraldUnit 8/17 Martin Pl EmeraldUnit 9/17 Martin Pl EmeraldUnit 10/17 Martin Pl EmeraldUnit 11/17 Martin Pl EmeraldUnit 12/17 Martin Pl EmeraldUnit 13/17 Martin Pl EmeraldUnit 14/17 Martin Pl EmeraldUnit 15/17 Martin Pl EmeraldUnit 16/17 Martin Pl EmeraldUnit 17/17 Martin Pl EmeraldUnit 18/17 Martin Pl Emerald
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Unit 19/17 Martin Pl EmeraldUnit 20/17 Martin Pl EmeraldUnit 21/17 Martin Pl EmeraldUnit 22/17 Martin Pl EmeraldUnit 23/21 Martin Pl EmeraldUnit 24/21Martin Pl EmeraldUnit 25/21 Martin Pl EmeraldUnit 26/21 Martin Pl Emerald1/981 Sapphire Rubyvale Road Sapphire2/981 Sapphire Rubyvale Road Sapphire3/981 Sapphire Rubyvale Road Sapphire4/981 Sapphire Rubyvale Road Sapphire5/981 Sapphire Rubyvale Road Sapphire1/Warner Homes 10 Barcoo Street Springsure2/Warner Homes Barcoo Street Springsure14/Kokoda Village 13 South Calliope Street Springsure15/Kokoda Village 13 South Calliope Street Springsure17/Kokoda Village 13 South Calliope Street Springsure18/Kokoda Village 13 South Calliope Street Springsure19/Kokoda Village 13 South Calliope Street Springsure1/Bauhinia Court 33 Woodbine Street Springsure2/Bauhinia Court 33 Woodbine Street Springsure3/Bauhinia Court 33 Woodbine Street Springsure4/Bauhinia Court 33 Woodbine Street Springsure5/Bauhinia Court 33 Woodbine Street Springsure6/Bauhinia Court 33 Woodbine Street Springsure7/Bauhinia Court 33 Woodbine Street Springsure8/Bauhinia Court 33 Woodbine Street Springsure32a/Bauhinia Court Dame Street Springsure32b/Bauhinia Court Dame Street Springsure
Vacant properties
3/1 Evan St Street Anakie8/28 Huntley Street Capella9/28 Huntley Street Capella11/28 Huntley Street Capella12/28 Huntley Street Capella2/29 Abor Street Capella3/29 Abor Street Capella5/29 Abor Street Capella3/Warner Homes Barcoo Street Springsure16/Kokoda Village 13 South Calliope Street Springsure
Monthly returned is $35,652.50 based on current occupancy.
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11 GENERAL BUSINESS
12 CLOSED SESSION
12.1 Update - Curragh Housing, Blackwater
CLOSED SESSION REPORT
This report is CONFIDENTIAL under Section 275 (1) (h) of the Local Government Regulation 2012 which permits the Council meeting to be closed to the public to discuss: (h) other business for which a public discussion would be likely to prejudice the interests of the local
government or someone else, or enable a person to gain a financial advantage.
13 CLOSURE OF MEETING
13.1 Closure of Meeting