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800
Minutes
of the
Council Meeting
held
Tuesday 23 March 2021
at
10am
City of Gold Coast Council Chambers
135 Bundall Road, Surfers Paradise
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INDEX
Minutes (800)
Council Meeting
Tuesday 23 March 2021
Opening Prayer
Australian National Anthem
ITEM SUBJECT
1 ATTENDANCE / LEAVE OF ABSENCE
2 CONDOLENCES
2.1 The Lang Family Cr Gates
3 MAYORAL MINUTE
4 CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES
4.1 The Seven Hundred and Ninety Ninth Ordinary Meeting of the
Council of the City of Gold Coast, held Tuesday 9 March 2021 at
10am.
5 MAYOR’S REPORT
6 CLARIFICATION – MEMBERS
7 BUSINESS ARISING FROM MINUTES
8 PRESENTATIONS
8.1 Surf Life Saving Awards Cr Tate and
Cr McDonald
9 CONFLICT OF INTEREST DECLARATIONS
9.1 Odyssey Cr Vorster
9.2 Oxenford Quarry Cr Owen-Jones
9.3 Oxenford Quarry Cr Owen-Jones
10 RECEPTION AND CONSIDERATION OF COMMITTEE MINUTES
10.1 Transport and Infrastructure 16 March 2021
10.2 Lifestyle and Community 16 March 2021
10.3 Economy, Tourism and Events 17 March 2021
10.4 Planning and Environment 18 March 2021
10.5 Governance and Administration 18 March 2021
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ITEM SUBJECT
11 CONSIDERATION OF NOTICES OF MOTION
12 QUESTIONS ON NOTICE / ANSWERS TO QUESTIONS ON NOTICE
13 PRESENTATION OF PETITIONS
14 GENERAL BUSINESS
14.1 Change of Committee date for Round 801 Cr O'Neill
15 OTHER BUSINESS
15.1 February 2021 Monthly Financial Report
15.2 Major Event Opportunity – MEGC - Confidential
800th Council Meeting 4 23 March 2021 Minutes Minutes of the Eight Hundredth Ordinary Meeting of the Council of the City of Gold Coast held at the City of Gold Coast Chambers, 135 Bundall Road, Surfers Paradise, on Tuesday 23 March 2021, at 10am. The Mayor, Cr T R Tate, opened the meeting in prayer. National Anthem 1 ATTENDANCE Cr T R Tate Mayor Cr M Hammel Cr W M A Owen-Jones Cr D Gates Cr C M Caldwell Cr P J Young Cr B Patterson Cr R Bayldon-Lumsden Cr R La Castra Cr G M Tozer Cr D Taylor Cr H H C Vorster left meeting at 2.16pm Cr P C Young Cr D I McDonald Cr G M O’Neill Mr D Edwards Chief Executive Officer Mr A J McCabe Chief Operating Officer Mr A Twine Director Transport and Infrastructure Ms A Ewens Director Lifestyle and Community Services Mr G Potter Director Organisational Services Ms A Swain Director Economy, Planning & Environment Ms C Watt City Solicitor Mr S Brook Acting Executive Co-ordinator – City Events 1.1 LEAVE OF ABSENCE / APOLOGIES Nil
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2 CONDOLENCES
Cr Gates, Cr Owen-Jones, Cr Caldwell, Cr Vorster, Cr Hammel
To The Lang Family
On the passing of John Lang
RESOLUTION G21.0323.001 moved Cr Gates seconded Cr Owen-Jones
That a motion of condolence be passed and that a message of sympathy be forwarded.
CARRIED
3 MAYORAL MINUTE
Nil
4 CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES
RESOLUTION G21.0323.002 moved Cr Tozer seconded Cr Patterson
That the Minutes of the Seven Hundred and Ninety Ninth Ordinary Meeting of the Council of the
City of Gold Coast held on Tuesday 9 March 2021 at 10am be confirmed.
CARRIED
5 MAYOR’S REPORT
5.1 RECENT VISITS AND SPEECHES
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5 MAYOR’S REPORT (Continued)
5.1 RECENT VISITS AND SPEECHES (Continued)
Citizenship Ceremonies
Cr Bayldon-Lumsden attended.
Two ceremonies were held at the HOTA outdoor stage.
800 people joined us as Australian citizens, and official Gold Coasters.
The talented Blenders Citizenship Chorus performed.
It is the greatest pleasure as Mayor to welcome residents as new citizens of our country.
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5 MAYOR’S REPORT (Continued)
5.1 RECENT VISITS AND SPEECHES (Continued)
Gold Coast Suns 2021 Guernsey Presentation
Cr Gates attended.
With Suns Chairman Tony Cochrane I had the honour of presenting their 2021 jumpers to co-
captains David Swallow and Jarrod Witts.
The presentation took place at Event Cinemas at Pacific Fair, and featured the premiere of the first
episode of Amazon’s “Making Their Mark” documentary that was filmed last season.
The documentary follow some players and coaches throughout the 2020 season, including the Suns
coach Stuart Dew.
Of course the Gold Coast itself featured, with so many of the teams being based here and playing
their games at Metricon Stadium.
With some of the best young talent in the competition, the Gold Coast Suns are looking to improve
and climb the ladder in 2021.
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5 MAYOR’S REPORT (Continued)
5.1 RECENT VISITS AND SPEECHES (Continued)
Cleaning up Graffiti
This was an opportunity to highlight the great work the City is doing in removing graffiti.
The number of graffiti tags has dropped from 12,000 in 2011-12 to 5500 today.
This has resulted in costs being reduced from $1.6 million in 2011-12 to around $650,000 in 2020-
21.
The support of residents is vital in reporting graffiti so that it can be removed quickly, as this acts as
a deterrent.
The best way to report graffiti is via the City App.
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5 MAYOR’S REPORT (Continued)
5.1 RECENT VISITS AND SPEECHES (Continued)
Gold Coast Accommodation Industry Supply Forum
Cr Gates and Cr La Castra attended.
The purpose of the event was to deliver the key findings of a City of Gold Coast funded report to the
Gold Coast Accommodation Industry.
Generating investment in hotels is highlighted as a product development opportunity within the Gold
Coast Destination Tourism Management Plan.
The Office of Innovation & Economy recently commissioned an economic study to better understand
the investment intent and planning of potential renovations and upgrades across the tourist
accommodation sector.
Prior to COVID-19, occupancy levels for 4 and 5-star Gold Coast tourism accommodation over the
past five years has been at approximately 71% and 76% respectively, indicating that there is still the
opportunity for existing capacity to be capitalised on.
This period has presented an opportunity for accommodation providers to consider bringing forward
refurbishment and upgrade plans.
Respondents overwhelming reported that renovation and refurbishment was key to remaining
competitive, with just under half reporting they plan to renovate or refurbish within the next 2 years.
The Gold Coast’s traditional accommodation sector remains a key driver for the tourism industry,
which includes approximately 450 providers and over 21,000 rooms.
This valuable sector is worth close to $475 million and 1.3% of Gross Regional Product.
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5 MAYOR’S REPORT (Continued)
5.1 RECENT VISITS AND SPEECHES (Continued)
HOTA Gallery Outdoor Art Installation
As we get closer to the Gallery opening on 8 May we unveiled a new permanent sculpture and
outdoor commission.
Commissioned by Melbourne Art Foundation (MAF) and HOTA, Sri-Lankan born, Sydney- based
artist Ramesh Mario Nithiyendran has created a monumental six-metre-high sculpture.
Predominantly composed of bronze, Nithiyendran has combined a range of materials including
concrete, neon and fibreglass.
He has exhibited at various spaces and contexts including the 2018 Dhaka Art Summit, the
encounters section for Art Basel Hong Kong, The 2016 Kuandu Biennale, Taipei, the 2016 Adelaide
Biennial of Australian Art and The National: New Australian Art 2017.
He has presented solo exhibitions at the National Gallery of Australia and The Ian Potter Museum of
Art. In 2014, Nithiyendran was awarded the 2014 NSW Visual Arts Fellowship (emerging).
In 2015, he was the winner of the Sidney Myer Fund Australian Ceramic Award, Australia’s richest
and premier award for artists working in the medium of ceramics. In 2019, he received the Sidney
Myer Creative Fellowship, recognising outstanding talent and professional courage.
His work is held in various collections, including the National Gallery of Australia, the Art Gallery of
South Australia, The Art Gallery of Western Australia, Artbank, The Museum of Applied Arts and
Science, The Ian Potter Museum of Art and the Shepparton Art Museum.800th Council Meeting 11
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5 MAYOR’S REPORT (Continued)
5.1 RECENT VISITS AND SPEECHES (Continued)
HOTA Gallery Launch Weekend Ticket Announcement
Details of the opening weekend tickets process was also announced.
Members of the public can register now at hota.com.au/firstinline and find out how they can access
opening weekend tickets.
Tickets for the public to the HOTA Gallery opening are free, but limited and will sell out quickly so
you need to register by 5th of April.800th Council Meeting 12
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5 MAYOR’S REPORT (Continued)
5.1 RECENT VISITS AND SPEECHES (Continued)
Littoral Rainforest Planting at The Spit
A core area of native forest is being established in the northern half of Federation Walk at The Spit.
This restoration project is a joint project between the State Government and City of Gold Coast.
The Federal Government is providing funding towards construction of a permanent irrigation system.
This rainforest restoration project will protect and improve 37 hectares of critically endangered littoral
rainforest and coastal vegetation for future generations.
The project had the potential to create one of the largest areas of littoral rainforest outside of existing
established remnants.
This restoration project will transform Federation Walk and the eastern side of the Spit, adding to our
City’s biodiverse offering.
It will also create valuable greenspace for future Gold Coasters as our city continues to grow.
This project is a great example of all three levels of Government working together to deliver an
important project.800th Council Meeting 13
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5 MAYOR’S REPORT (Continued)
5.1 RECENT VISITS AND SPEECHES (Continued)
Future Gold Coast Round Table Discussion
Future Gold Coast is a program put together by the Gold Coast Bulletin.
The discussion included representatives from Destination Gold Coast, Study Gold Coast, Southern
Cross University and other city leaders.
The discussion was a follow up to the Future Gold Coast event held in November last year.800th Council Meeting 14
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5 MAYOR’S REPORT (Continued)
5.1 RECENT VISITS AND SPEECHES (Continued)
Launch of Club Active Bundall
To have your health is the most important thing in life.
Club Active is an over 50s health and fitness centre, with the Bundall Centre being their fourth club.
The unique facilities encourage the over 50s to attend a gym to improve their health, fitness and
wellbeing, through a strong sense of community.
Currently, only 17.2 per cent of older Australians meet the recommended physical activity
guidelines.
The Club is specifically tailored for over 50s, who often don’t feel comfortable in a traditional gym
environment.
It’s always positive to see new businesses opening on the Gold Coast, especially where they
support the health and wellbeing of our community.800th Council Meeting 15
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5 MAYOR’S REPORT (Continued)
5.1 RECENT VISITS AND SPEECHES (Continued)
Visit from the New Thai Ambassador to Australia
It was a honour for the City to receive a visit from the New Thai Ambassador to Australia Her
Excellency Ms Busadee Santipatiks .
The Ambassador was accompanied by The Honorary Consul-General for Thailand in Queensland,
Mr Andrew Park.
Her Excellency is taking the opportunity to visit various Australian cities to support the Thai business
community and promote Thailand’s economic corridor to Australian investors.
Discussion also touched on COVID recovery plans and how to facilitate the return of Thai students
to Australia.800th Council Meeting 16
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5 MAYOR’S REPORT (Continued)
5.1 RECENT VISITS AND SPEECHES (Continued)
Reception to Welcome Rex Airlines to the Gold Coast
Cr O’Neill and Cr Caldwell attended.
The welcome was held at the Rydges Airport Hotel rooftop bar.
It’s great news for our tourism industry with Rex Airlines introducing direct flights from Sydney and
Melbourne to the Gold Coast.
Rex will deliver 10,000 new seats in to the Gold Coast, with the first two weeks completely sold out.
Initial pricing is $69 one way from Sydney, and $79 one way from Melbourne.
The Gold Coast will be the first Queensland destination serviced by Rex Airlines’ Boeing 737-800
NG jet aircraft as the regional carrier spreads its wings.
Rex will be launching with two return services per day on each route in time for the Easter peak
travel period.
This is fantastic news at a time when our city is recovering from the biggest economic challenge in
its history.
Giving residents and interstate travellers greater choice and flexibility is key, so we welcome Rex to
the Gold Coast.
The number of flights to Gold Coast airport continues to increase, with hopes that by Easter the
airport’s domestic capacity will approach pre-COVID levels.800th Council Meeting 17
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5 MAYOR’S REPORT (Continued)
5.1 RECENT VISITS AND SPEECHES (Continued)
2021 Mayor’s Student Ambassador Inauguration Ceremony
Cr Gates, Cr Pauline Young, Cr Caldwell, Cr Patterson and Cr Owen-Jones attended.
Program is in its 8th year and runs from March to November 2021.
The purpose of the project is to promote the benefits of studying and living on the Gold Coast and
encourage others to study here
16 students have been appointed – both international and domestic.
Students are from Australia, China, UK, South Korea, Germany, Brazil, India, Czech Republic,
Nepal, Sri Lanka, Russia and Belarus.
Students are studying at Bond University, Griffith University, Southern Cross University, TAFE,
Barrington College, Mindroom Innovation, TSS and Merrimac State High School.
The ambassadors will enjoy an action-packed year full of unique Gold Coast activities and
professional development opportunities.
The project gives the ambassadors a chance to expand prospective employment options, further
study opportunities and self-development.800th Council Meeting 18
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5 MAYOR’S REPORT (Continued)
5.1 RECENT VISITS AND SPEECHES (Continued)
The message this morning is simple – this is not over.
The Bureau is predicting another day of significant rainfall on the Gold Coast and we are continuing
to monitor the situation closely.
We ask residents to remain vigilant and take extra care on our roads.
The ground is already saturated so we will continue to monitor catchment areas across the city.
We currently have more than 20 roads across the network closed, our beaches will also remain
closed to swimming.
Waste and Recycling Centres opened this morning.
Our three sandbagging stations are open at Pimpama, Burleigh Heads and Bilinga. We have
already issued thousands in recent days and we ask people to be patient at these facilities.
The majority of people continue to do the right thing, but we want to remind everyone that if it’s
flooded forget it.
It is important that we continue to direct residents to the City’s Dashboard as the central source of
information.
I will be activating the Local Disaster Management Unit at 12 Noon today, so I will leave this meeting
to head over there.
RESOLUTION G21.0323.003 moved Cr Tate seconded Cr McDonald
That the Mayor’s Report be welcomed and noted.
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8 PRESENTATIONS
8.1 SURF LIFE SAVING AWARDS
Tallebudgera Surf Club & Pacific Surf Club
Date of Incident – 26 January 2021 Time Of Incident – 11.55am
John Cullen – Tallebudgera Surf Club Kevin Schofield – Pacific Surf Club
This event unfolded on Australia Day, 26 January 2021, on a beautiful sunny Gold Coast day where
thousands of people were enjoying our beaches and in particular Tallebudgera Creek, a very popular location
for families to gather and swim.
Warren Crane was on way from Flag Area (Tallebudgera Surf Club) to replace shift at Tallebudgera outpost on
the creek.
Noticed multiple people swimming in a rip and looked to be in trouble.
Radioed for Tallebudgera IRB – Driver Jared Adamson & crewie Tom Scott
Waverunner operator Scott Burgess also heard the radio call and proceeded to the rescue area.
IRB and Waverunner rescued 5 people (3 on IRB, 2 on waverunner sled)
IRB returned to shore while Waverunner noticed 2 other people in the rip.
Waverunner got a third person on to the sled, keeping an eye on the fourth person.
IRB returned and picked up the fourth person.
IRB and Waverunner returned to shore, IRB with 1 person and Waverunner with 3 people on board
Warren Crane and son Joel, IRB crew Jared and Tom started examining the patients.
Waverunner operator radioed to Tallebudgera Creek Duty Officers for assistance.
Ambulance was called for.
Michelle Slattery and Regan Hicks from Pacific Surf Club, hearing what was happening on the radio, drove to
the incident with their ATV to assist where they could.
An off-duty paramedic came to the scene and offered assistance which was accepted by the team.
Brent Imrie managed the scene.
All officers worked together to assist patients, manage the scene, keep up radio communications and assist
Queensland Ambulance Service to access the site ASAP.
Immediately after this incident the Waverunner and Tallebudgera IRB performed other rescues nearby.
This was a team effort at its best with Jared, Beau, Scott, Joel, Kelly, Warren, Regan, Brent, Ken, Kevin,
Michelle, Kyal, Therese and Tom.
The coordination between the Tallebudgera Surf Club, Pacific Surf Club, Waverunner 3 Operator and Duty
Officers was exemplary.
We saw years of training kick in, teamwork between Clubs and a successful rescue where 7 people were
saved.
Thank you and congratulations, you are such an important part of our community who volunteer many hours to
keep residents and visitors safe.800th Council Meeting 21
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9 CONFLICT OF INTEREST DECLARATIONS
9.1 Declarable Conflict of Interest – Prior to Meeting
Councillor Name Cr Vorster
Development application for the ‘Odyssey Lifestyle Care
Matter Description
Community” at Chevron Island
A future meeting of the Planning and Environment Committee,
Meeting Name
Full Council and any other briefings or related meetings
Meeting Date 23 March 2021 – Council
Item Number Item Reference
Pursuant to sections 150EQ(3)(b) and 150EQ(3)(c) of the Local Government Act 2009, I
hereby provide notice that I have a declarable conflict of interest in this matter, the nature and
particulars of which are as follows:
Nature of the declarable conflict of interest
My grandparents, Francesco and Antonia Bellavia, are presently considering the purchase of
a unit at the ‘Odyssey Lifestyle Care Community’ at Robina. Prior to this, I officiated at the
opening of the project.
A reasonable person may form the view that I have an interest in this matter as my
grandparents are actively engaged with Odyssey to understand their options and may
purchase a property during the course of Council’s decision-making process.
If the declarable conflict of interest arises because of the councillor’s relationship
with a related party
The name of the related party Francesco and Antonia Bellavia
The nature of the relationship of
Grandparents
the related party to the councillor
The nature of the related party’s Presently considering the purchase of a unit at
interests in the matter Odyssey’s Robina property.
If the councillor’s or related party’s personal interests arise because of the receipt of a
gift or loan from another person
The name of the other person
The nature of the relationship of
the other person to the councillor
or related party
The nature of the other person’s
interests in the matter
The value of the gift or loan, and
the date the gift was given or loan
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9 CONFLICT OF INTEREST DECLARATIONS (Continued)
9.1 Declarable Conflict of Interest – Prior to Meeting (Continued)
I am voluntarily deciding not to participate in making a decision about the matter.
I am seeking permission to participate in making a decision about the matter.
The reasons why my participation would improve decision making in the public
interest are as follows:
I have participated in several decisions to approve (or otherwise) retirement and care
developments can use this experience to help secure a decision that is in the public interest.
I am also familiar with the assessment of the applicant’s Robina property and can furnish my
colleagues with insight which may lead to a fully informed decision.
PROCEDURAL MOTION moved Cr Caldwell seconded Cr Gates
Pursuant to section 150ES(3)(a) of the Local Government Act 2009, Council resolves that:
Cr Vorster may participate in the decision despite the Councillor’s conflict of
interest because any perception of conflict is outweighed by the Councillors
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ability to contribute to the broader consideration of the matter if and when it
comes to Council.
A division was called
For: 14 Cr Hammel, Cr Owen-Jones, Cr Gates, Cr Caldwell, Cr PJ Young,
Cr Patterson, Cr Bayldon-Lumsden, Cr La Castra, Cr Tozer, Cr Taylor,
Cr PC Young, Cr McDonald, Cr O'Neill, Cr Tate
Against: 0
Absent: 0
Abstained: 0
Did Not Vote: 1 Cr Vorster
CARRIED
Cr Vorster did not vote.800th Council Meeting 23
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9 CONFLICT OF INTEREST DECLARATIONS (Continued)
9.2 Declarable Conflict of Interest – Prior to Meeting
Councillor Name Cr Owen-Jones
Matter Description Oxenford Quarry (COM/2019/81)
Meeting Name Council Meeting
Meeting Date 23 March 2021
Item Number Item Reference
Pursuant to sections 150EQ(3)(b) and 150EQ(3)(c) of the Local Government Act 2009, I
hereby provide notice that I have a declarable conflict of interest in this matter, the nature and
particulars of which are as follows:
Nature of the declarable conflict of interest
It has been alleged that due to comments I have made on social media, in keeping the
community informed and up to date in regard to the Oxenford Quarry application, I have a
predetermined position in regard to the assessment of the application.
The allegation which was made by the resident Alan Baker, ‘is that there is no doubt where
you stand, you don’t care’, ‘you are failing the representation of the people of Oxenford and
Maudsland – and the schools and welfare of the people who live next to the abomination of a
quarry expansion you support’.
If the declarable conflict of interest arises because of the councillor’s relationship
with a related party
The name of the related party
The nature of the relationship of
the related party to the councillor
The nature of the related party’s
interests in the matter
If the councillor’s or related party’s personal interests arise because of the receipt of a
gift or loan from another person
The name of the other person Not applicable
The nature of the relationship of
the other person to the councillor
or related party
The nature of the other person’s
interests in the matter
The value of the gift or loan, and
the date the gift was given or loan
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9 CONFLICT OF INTEREST DECLARATIONS (Continued)
9.2 Declarable Conflict of Interest – Prior to Meeting (Continued)
I am voluntarily deciding not to participate in making a decision about the matter.
I am seeking permission to participate in making a decision about the matter.
The reasons why my participation would improve decision making in the public
interest are as follows:
The allegation has been made, by a local resident Alan Barker, that I have a predetermined
position.
I have provided him with a copy of all social media posts that I have made and explained that
I have repeatedly pointed out that ‘Councillors cannot have a predetermined position while
the city officers are still to complete the assessment of the application’
The resident asked for a link for where he could complain about me, and I have provided him
with the details of the OIA ‘make a complaint’ link. The reason why I would like to participate
in the decision is:-
1 It is important that I be able to represent the views of the local residents with regards
to the application;
2 It is important that I should be able to continue to fairly present relevant information
regarding the application to keep the community informed;
3 I do not have a determined a position regarding the application and intend to wait the
completion of the City Officers recommendation.
PROCEDURAL MOTION moved Cr Caldwell seconded Cr Tozer
Pursuant to section 150ES(3)(a) of the Local Government Act 2009, Council resolves that:
Cr Owen-Jones may participate as on the basis of the facts outlined above there
is no conflict of interest and Cr Owen-Jones as the Divisional Councillor will
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make a balanced contribution to the application, and has an open and
persuadable mind.
A division was called
For: 11 Cr Hammel, Cr Caldwell, Cr Patterson, Cr Bayldon-Lumsden, Cr La Castra,
Cr Tozer, Cr Taylor, Cr Vorster, Cr PC Young, Cr McDonald, Cr O'Neill
Against: 0
Absent: 0
Abstained: 0
Did Not Vote: 4 Cr Owen-Jones, Cr Gates, Cr PJ Young, Cr Tate
CARRIED
Cr Owen-Jones did not vote.800th Council Meeting 25
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9 CONFLICT OF INTEREST DECLARATIONS (Continued)
9.3 Declarable Conflict of Interest – Prior to Meeting
Councillor Name Cr Owen-Jones
Matter Description Oxenford Quarry (COM/2019/81)
Meeting Name Council Meeting
Meeting Date 23 March 2021
Item Number Item Reference
Pursuant to sections 150EQ(3)(b) and 150EQ(3)(c) of the Local Government Act 2009, I
hereby provide notice that I have a declarable conflict of interest in this matter, the nature and
particulars of which are as follows:
Nature of the declarable conflict of interest
It has been alleged that due to comments I have made on social media, in keeping the
community informed and up to date in regard to the Oxenford Quarry application, I have a
predetermined position in regard to the assessment of the application.
The allegation, by a recently appointed consultant to the applicant, is that I have
predetermined position to vote against the application.
If the declarable conflict of interest arises because of the councillor’s relationship
with a related party
The name of the related party
The nature of the relationship of
the related party to the councillor
The nature of the related party’s
interests in the matter
If the councillor’s or related party’s personal interests arise because of the receipt of a
gift or loan from another person
The name of the other person Not applicable
The nature of the relationship of
the other person to the councillor
or related party
The nature of the other person’s
interests in the matter
The value of the gift or loan, and
the date the gift was given or loan
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9 CONFLICT OF INTEREST DECLARATIONS (Continued)
9.3 Declarable Conflict of Interest – Prior to Meeting (Continued)
I am voluntarily deciding not to participate in making a decision about the matter.
I am seeking permission to participate in making a decision about the matter.
The reasons why my participation would improve decision making in the public
interest are as follows:
The allegation has been made, by a Gold Coast resident Graeme Staerk, that I have a
predetermined position.
Mr Staerk is a registered lobbyist, employed by the applicant, recently advised a senior City
Officer that he intend to file a complaint with the Office of the Independent Assessor if I was
involved in the decision making regarding the quarry as he believed I had a predetermined
position.
I intend to provide him with a copy of links to all social media posts that I have made to date
in regard to the quarry application. I also intend to provide a link for where he could formalise
a complaint against me.
The reason why I would like to participate in the decision is:-
1 It is important that I be able to represent the views of the local residents with regards
to the application;
2 It is important that I should be able to continue to fairly present relevant information
regarding the application to keep the community informed;
3 I have not determined a position regarding the application and intend to wait the
completion of the City Officers recommendation.
PROCEDURAL MOTION moved Cr Caldwell seconded Cr Tozer
Pursuant to section 150ES(3)(a) of the Local Government Act 2009, Council resolves that:
Cr Owen-Jones may participate as on the basis of the facts outlined above there is
A no conflict of interest and Cr Owen-Jones as the Divisional Councillor will make a
balanced contribution to the application and has an open and persuadable mind.
A division was called
For: 11 Cr Hammel, Cr Caldwell, Cr Patterson, Cr Bayldon-Lumsden, Cr La Castra,
Cr Tozer, Cr Taylor, Cr Vorster, Cr PC Young, Cr McDonald, Cr O'Neill
Against: 0
Absent: 0
Abstained: 0
Did Not Vote: 4 Cr Owen-Jones, Cr Gates, Cr PJ Young, Cr Tate
CARRIED
Cr Owen-Jones did not vote.800th Council Meeting 27
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10 RECEPTION & CONSIDERATION OF COMMITTEE MINUTES
10.1 TRANSPORT AND INFRASTRUCTURE
Cr PC Young, Chairperson of the Transport and Infrastructure Committee, presented the Minutes of
the Meeting of the Transport and Infrastructure Committee held on Tuesday 16 March 2021.
RESOLUTION G21.0323.004 moved Cr PC Young seconded Cr Taylor
That the Minutes of the Transport and Infrastructure Committee Meeting held on Tuesday
16 March 2021, covered by Recommendations numbered TI21.0316.001 to TI21.0316.004, be
received.
CARRIED
ITEM 5 NORTHERN GOLD COAST BUS SERVICE IMPROVEMENTS INITIATIVE
TI1017/113
RESOLUTION G21.0323.005 moved Cr Tate seconded Cr Gates
That Committee Recommendation TI21.0316.004 be adopted with changes to Part 2 and Part
3, which reads in its entirety as follows:-
1 That the report/attachment be deemed non-confidential except for those parts deemed
by the Chief Executive Officer to remain confidential in accordance with sections 171
(3) and 200 (4) of the Local Government Act 2009.
2 That Council commits to the Northern Gold Coast Bus Service Improvement Initiative
for a five-year (5) period commencing in 2021-22 with no further extension and
allocates funds as proposed in section 7 of this report, subject to:-
a matched funding from the Queensland Government.
b funding from an increase in the transport levy being approved at Special
Budget and Finance Committee.
c Revised funding for the proposed new service
3 That subject to 2b above, the Chief Executive Officer (Director - Transport &
Infrastructure) be authorised on behalf of Council to negotiate, finalise, sign and
execute a formal contractual arrangement with the Queensland Government for the
Northern Gold Coast Bus Service Improvement Initiative.
4 That any distinct branding as part of the above is subject to Council approval.
5 That an annual update is provided to Council, via the Transport and Infrastructure
Committee, on the performance of the Northern Gold Coast Bus Service Improvement
Initiative.
6 That the Northern Gold Coast Bus Service initiative is subject to a review in 2023-2024
to anticipate the impacts of the Coomera Connector and new heavy rail station at
Hope Island Road on the public transport network south of the Coomera River.
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10.1 TRANSPORT AND INFRASTRUCTURE (Continued)
ADOPTION OF THE TRANSPORT AND INFRASTRUCTURE COMMITTEE MINUTES
RESOLUTION G21.0323.006 moved Cr PC Young seconded Cr Taylor
That the Minutes of the Transport and Infrastructure Committee Meeting of Tuesday
16 March 2021, covered by Recommendations numbered TI21.0316.001 to TI21.0316.004, be
adopted with the exception of Recommendation Number TI21.0316.004 (item 5) which was
specifically resolved.
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10.2 LIFESTYLE AND COMMUNITY
Cr Vorster, Chairperson of the Lifestyle and Community Committee, presented the Minutes of the
Meeting of the Lifestyle and Community Committee held on Tuesday 16 March 2021.
RESOLUTION G21.0323.007 moved Cr Vorster seconded Cr Bayldon-Lumsden
That the Minutes of the Lifestyle and Community Committee Meeting held on Tuesday
16 March 2021, covered by Recommendations numbered LC21.0316.001 to LC21.0316.008, be
received.
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10.2 LIFESTYLE AND COMMUNITY (Continued)
ITEM 6 GOLD COAST HOCKEY MANAGEMENT GROUP – INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS
PN212921/20/08(P7) CONFIDENTIAL
Declarable Conflict of Interest – During Meeting
Councillor Name Cr Bayldon-Lumsden
Matter Description Gold Coast Hockey Management Group – Insurance Requirements
Meeting Name Council Meeting
Meeting Date 23 March 2021
Item Number 6 Item Reference
Pursuant to section 150EQ(2) of the Local Government Act 2009, I hereby provide notice that I have
a declarable conflict of interest in this matter, the nature and particulars of which are as follows:
Nature of the declarable conflict of interest
My step-father is an appointed volunteer board member of the Gold Coast Hockey Management
Group
If the declarable conflict of interest arises because of the councillor’s relationship
with a related party
The name of the related party Robert Lumsden
The nature of the relationship of
Step-Father
the related party to the councillor
The nature of the related party’s Volunteer board member of the Gold Coast Hockey
interests in the matter Management Group
If the councillor’s or related party’s personal interests arise because of the receipt of a
gift or loan from another person
The name of the other person
The nature of the relationship of
the other person to the councillor
or related party
The nature of the other person’s
interests in the matter
The value of the gift or loan, and
the date the gift was given or loan
was made
I am voluntarily deciding not to participate in making a decision about the matter.
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10.2 LIFESTYLE AND COMMUNITY (Continued)
ITEM 6 GOLD COAST HOCKEY MANAGEMENT GROUP – INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS
PN212921/20/08(P7) (Continued) CONFIDENTIAL
RESOLUTION G21.0323.008 moved Cr Vorster seconded Cr PC Young
That Committee Recommendation LC21.0316.005 be adopted as printed which reads as
follows:-
1 That the report be deemed non-confidential except for those parts deemed by the Chief
Executive Officer to remain confidential in accordance with sections 171 (3) and 200 (4)
of the Local Government Act 2009.
2 That Council advises the Gold Coast Hockey Management Group that it cannot accede
to its request to set aside the insurance premium covering buildings located within its
leased site due to existing obligations of its lease with Council.
3 That officers work with the Gold Coast Hockey Management Group regarding other
costs and service needs associated with the site, to offer assistance more aligned with
the City’s traditional support mechanisms to offset the increased insurance premium
(i.e. grant assistance).
4 That any future application for renewal of lease tenure for the Gold Coast Hockey
Precinct has appropriate insurance clauses in line with Council’s Leasing Policy
currently under review and noting the unique circumstances relating to this site.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
Cr Bayldon-Lumsden returned to the room at 10.59am
CLOSED SESSION
LOCAL GOVERNMENT ACT 2009 AND SUPPORTING REGULATIONS
PROCEDURAL MOTION moved Cr Owen-Jones seconded Cr PC Young
That Council move into Closed Session pursuant to section 254J (3) of the Local Government
Regulation 2012, for consideration of the following item for the reason shown:-
Item Subject Reason
8 Kirra Pavilion – Project Budget The local government’s budget
CARRIED
PROCEDURAL MOTION moved Cr Owen-Jones seconded Cr McDonald
That the Council move into Open Session.
CARRIED
Following resumption into Open Session Item 8, was moved and carried as shown on the following
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10.2 LIFESTYLE AND COMMUNITY (Continued)
ITEM 8 KIRRA PAVILION – PROJECT BUDGET
PN307016/16 CONFIDENTIAL
RESOLUTION G21.0323.009 moved Cr O'Neill seconded Cr PC Young
That Committee Recommendation LC21.0316.007 be adopted as printed which reads as
follows:-
1 That the report/attachment be deemed non-confidential except for those parts deemed
by the Chief Executive Officer to remain confidential in accordance with sections 171
(3) and 200 (4) of the Local Government Act 2009.
2 That Council approves the additional funds estimated to complete the current project
at the Kirra Pavilion and notes the funding sources as detailed in this report as part of
the March Budget Review to meet project costs for 2020-21.
CARRIED
ITEM 9 PROTECTING ACCESS TO OPEN SPACE FOR RECREATION
CM787/790/03/08
RESOLUTION G21.0323.010 moved Cr Vorster seconded Cr Tozer
That Committee Recommendation LC21.0316.008 be adopted as printed which reads as
follows:-
1 That Council acknowledges the Gold Coast lifestyle is underpinned by access to open
space and facilities for passive and active recreation.
2 That Council note the State Government’s South-East Queensland Regional Plan (the
Plan) identifies 80% of development on the Gold Coast to 2041 will be infill
development.
3 That Council note the State Government’s plan, together with a trend towards ‘sole
occupancy’, will mean increasing unavailability of acquirable land for recreational use
and increased pressure on existing public space.
4 That a report be brought forward to supplant the ‘Our Natural Playground’ plan with a
‘Parks and Recreation strategic plan’ that better responds to these emerging pressures
and helps inform updates to the Local Government Infrastructure Plan (LGIP).
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10.2 LIFESTYLE AND COMMUNITY (Continued)
ITEM 5 RELOCATION OF THE OXENFORD MEN’S SHED INC.
PN127195/20/05 CONFIDENTIAL
RESOLUTION G21.0323.011 moved Cr Owen-Jones seconded Cr Tozer
That Committee Recommendation LC21.0316.004 be adopted as printed which reads as
follows:-
1 That the report/attachments be deemed non-confidential except for those parts deemed
by the Chief Executive Officer to remain confidential in accordance with sections 171 (3)
and 200 (4) of the Local Government Act 2009.
2 That planning, design and costs to relocate the Oxenford Men’s Shed Inc. be
progressed and officers bring back a further report for consideration by February 2022.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
ADOPTION OF LIFESTYLE AND COMMUNITY COMMITTEE MINUTES
RESOLUTION G21.0323.012 moved Cr Vorster seconded Cr Bayldon-Lumsden
That the Minutes of the Lifestyle and Community Committee Meeting of Tuesday 16 March 2021,
covered by Recommendations numbered LC21.0316.001 to LC21.0316.008, be adopted with the
exception of Recommendation Numbers LC21.0316.004 (Item 5) LC21.0316.005 (item 6),
LC21.0316.007 (item 8) and LC21.0316.008 (item 9) which were specifically resolved.
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10.3 ECONOMY, TOURISM AND EVENTS
Cr La Castra, Chairperson of the Economy, Tourism and Events Committee, presented the Minutes of
the Meeting of the Economy, Tourism and Events Committee held on Wednesday 17 March 2021.
RESOLUTION G21.0323.013 moved Cr La Castra seconded Cr Tozer
That the Minutes of the Economy, Tourism and Events Committee Meeting held on Wednesday
17 March 2021, covered by Recommendations numbered ETE21.0317.001 to ETE21.0317.002 be
received.
CARRIED
ADOPTION OF THE ECONOMY, TOURISM AND EVENTS COMMITTEE MINUTES
RESOLUTION G21.0323.014 moved Cr La Castra seconded Cr McDonald
That the Minutes of the Economy, Tourism and Events Committee Meeting of Wednesday
17 March 2021, covered by Recommendations numbered ETE21.0317.001 to ETE21.0317.002, be
adopted.
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10.4 PLANNING AND ENVIRONMENT
Cr Caldwell, Chairperson of the Planning and Environment Committee, presented the Minutes of the
Meeting of the Planning and Environment Committee held on Thursday 18 March 2021.
RESOLUTION G21.0323.015 moved Cr Caldwell seconded Cr Gates
That the Minutes of the Planning and Environment Committee Meeting held on Thursday
18 March 2021 covered by Recommendations numbered PE21.0318.001 to PE21.0318.012 be
received.
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10.4 PLANNING AND ENVIRONMENT (Continued)
ITEM 5 REPORT ON APPLICATION FOR DEVELOPMENT PERMIT (CODE ASSESSMENT)
FOR RECONFIGURING A LOT (104 RESIDENTIAL LOTS, 2 BALANCE LOTS, ROAD
AND OPEN SPACE) AT 167-169 HINKLER DRIVE, WORONGARY - DIVISION 9
ROL/2020/44
Prescribed Conflict of Interest – Prior to Meeting
Councillor Name Cr Gates
Matter Description ROL/2020/44 167 Hinkler Drive Worongary
Meeting Name Council Meeting
Meeting Date 23 March 2021
Item Number 5 Item Reference
Pursuant to sections 150EL(3)(a) and 150EL(3)(b) of the Local Government Act 2009, I hereby
provide notice that I have a declarable conflict of interest in this matter, the nature and
particulars of which are as follows:
Nature of the prescribed conflict of interest
Receipt of donations from Arcadis and Mitchell Bray (Arcadis employee)
If the prescribed conflict of interest arises for a gift, loan or contract
Mitchell Bray 24 June 2014 $1950
The value of the gift, loan or
Arcadis 26 October 2015 $1850
contract
Arcadis 15 October 16 $2500 (fully refunded)
If the prescribed conflict of interest arises for an application which a submission has
been made
The matters the subject of the
Reconfiguration of Lots Application
application and submission
If there is another entity, other than the councillor, that has an interest in the matter
The name of the other entity
The nature of the councillor’s
relationship with the other entity
Description of interest in the matter
Councillor’s interest Receipt of donations
Other entity’s interest Consultants employed by the applicant
I will leave the meeting and will not participate in a decision relating to the matter.
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10.4 PLANNING AND ENVIRONMENT (Continued)
ITEM 5 REPORT ON APPLICATION FOR DEVELOPMENT PERMIT (CODE ASSESSMENT)
FOR RECONFIGURING A LOT (104 RESIDENTIAL LOTS, 2 BALANCE LOTS, ROAD
AND OPEN SPACE) AT 167-169 HINKLER DRIVE, WORONGARY - DIVISION 9
ROL/2020/44 (Continued)
Declarable Conflict of Interest – Prior to Meeting
Councillor Name Cr Tozer
Matter Description General Meetings about Pacific View Estate
Meeting Name Council Meeting
Meeting Date 24 November 2020
Item Number Item Reference
Pursuant to sections 150EQ(3)(b) and 150EQ(3)(c) of the Local Government Act 2009, I hereby
provide notice that I have a declarable conflict of interest in this matter, the nature and particulars
of which are as follows:
Nature of the declarable conflict of interest
Ross Atkins, a person whose interests include a part-share in the major development application
known as Pacific View Estate in Worongary bought 10 tickets on 4 April 2016 for his family and
friends to a music event I hosted, valued at $5000. Event hosted on 6 April 2016
If the declarable conflict of interest arises because of the councillor’s relationship
with a related party
The name of the related party
The nature of the relationship of
the related party to the councillor
The nature of the related party’s
interests in the matter
If the councillor’s or related party’s personal interests arise because of the receipt of a
gift or loan from another person
The name of the other person Ross Atkins
The nature of the relationship of
Ross Atkins bought tickets to an event hosted by Cr
the other person to the councillor
Tozer on 4 April 2016
or related party
The nature of the other person’s Ross Atkins is a part owner of an interest in property
interests in the matter development known as Pacific View Estate
The value of the gift or loan, and
10 fully catered front row tickets, valued at a total on
the date the gift was given or loan
$5000, were purchased on 4 April 2016
was made
I am voluntarily deciding not to participate in making a decision about the matter.
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10.4 PLANNING AND ENVIRONMENT (Continued)
ITEM 5 REPORT ON APPLICATION FOR DEVELOPMENT PERMIT (CODE ASSESSMENT)
FOR RECONFIGURING A LOT (104 RESIDENTIAL LOTS, 2 BALANCE LOTS, ROAD
AND OPEN SPACE) AT 167-169 HINKLER DRIVE, WORONGARY - DIVISION 9
ROL/2020/44 (Continued)
RESOLUTION G21.0323.016 moved Cr Caldwell seconded Cr Vorster
That Committee Recommendation PE21.0318.004 be adopted with a change to Condition 25
such that it reads as follows:-
25 Pedestrian actuated mid-block signal crossing on Road 11 (Specific condition)
a Obtain an operational works approval for the design and construction of an
pedestrian actuated mid-block signal crossing on Road 11 prior to a request being
made to Council to approve the plan of subdivision at no cost to Council and
include in particular:
i The crossing point must align with the pocket parks within stages 4/5 and 6.
ii Kerb ramps and connecting footpath must be provided on both sides of
Road 11.
iii Crossing Sight Distance (CSD) must be provided between approaching
vehicles and pedestrians waiting to cross the road in accordance with the
requirements of section 3.3 of Austroads Guide to Road Design- Part 4A
Unsignalised and Signalised Intersections.
iv Signage and line marking shall be provided in accordance with the
requirements of AS1742.10-2009.
b Construct and maintain the pedestrian refuge crossing identified above at no cost
to Council until the asset is accepted “off maintenance” in accordance with the
procedures in City Plan Policy SC6.11 – Land development guidelines, section 2 –
Transport network standards, section 7 – Procedures, section 8.5 – As-constructed
requirements, section 9 - Specifications and section 10 – Standard drawings.
CARRIED
Cr Tate left the room at 11.20am
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10.4 PLANNING AND ENVIRONMENT (Continued)
ITEM 13 PACIFIC VIEW ESTATE
RESOLUTION G21.0323.017 moved Cr Vorster seconded Cr Owen-Jones
That Committee Recommendation PE21.0318.012 be adopted as printed which reads as
follows:-
1 That a report be brought forward detailing a pedestrian movement plan for the entirety of
the proposed Pacific View Estate (PVE), including along the road reserves and through
parks.
2 That the report contemplate various outcomes (including options for signalisation) and
address visibility concerns along corridors that permit on street parking.
CARRIED
Cr Gates, Cr Tozer and Cr Tate were not present for discussion and voting on this item
Cr Tate returned to the room at 11.23am
Cr Tozer returned to the room at 11.24am
ITEM 12 PUBLIC HOUSING
RESOLUTION G21.0323.018 moved Cr Vorster seconded Cr PC Young
That Committee Recommendation PE21.0318.011 be adopted as printed which reads as
follows:-
1 That Council submissions to the Department of Communities, Housing and Digital
Economy in response to public housing proposals made under the Planning Act 2016
are made non-confidential and publicly available on request.
2 That, in the interests of transparency, the Mayor write to the responsible Minister
seeking changes to the State Government consultation process for public housing,
specifically that all submissions be made publicly available through State channels.
3 That the Mayor also write to the responsible Minister seeking an urgent update on the
State’s plans to deliver social housing on the Gold Coast so State-induced
infrastructure issues — including on roads and public open space — can be better
anticipated.
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10.4 PLANNING AND ENVIRONMENT (Continued)
ITEM 6 REPORT ON CHANGE OTHER (IMPACT ASSESSMENT) TO A DEVELOPMENT
APPROVAL FOR A MATERIAL CHANGE OF USE TO ESTABLISH A TAVERN AT 47
THOMAS DRIVE, SURFERS PARADISE - DIVISION 10
OTH/2020/27
Prescribed Conflict of Interest – Prior to Meeting
Councillor Name Cr Caldwell
Matter Description MCU to establish a ‘Tavern’ at 47 Thomas Drive, Surfers Paradise
Meeting Name Council Meeting
Meeting Date 23 March 2021
Item Number 6 Item Reference
Pursuant to sections 150EL(3)(a) and 150EL(3)(b) of the Local Government Act 2009, I hereby
provide notice that I have a declarable conflict of interest in this matter, the nature and particulars of
which are as follows:
Nature of the prescribed conflict of interest
Receipt of donation
If the prescribed conflict of interest arises for a gift, loan or contract
The value of the gift, loan or
$5000 - 5 March 2020
contract
If the prescribed conflict of interest arises for an application which a submission has
been made
The matters the subject of the
application and submission
If there is another entity, other than the councillor, that has an interest in the matter
The name of the other entity Adam Maley – (Sydney Horse Transport)
The nature of the councillor’s
Donor
relationship with the other entity
Description of interest in the matter
Councillor’s interest
Other entity’s interest
I will leave the meeting and will not participate in a decision relating to the matter.
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10.4 PLANNING AND ENVIRONMENT (Continued)
ITEM 6 REPORT ON CHANGE OTHER (IMPACT ASSESSMENT) TO A DEVELOPMENT
APPROVAL FOR A MATERIAL CHANGE OF USE TO ESTABLISH A TAVERN AT 47
THOMAS DRIVE, SURFERS PARADISE - DIVISION 10
OTH/2020/27 (Continued)
Declarable Conflict of Interest – Prior to Meeting
Councillor Name Hermann Vorster
MCU to establish a ‘Tavern’ at 47 Thomas Drive, Surfers
Matter Description
Paradise
Meeting Name Council Meeting
Meeting Date 23 March 2021
Item Number 6 Item Reference
Pursuant to sections 150EQ(3)(b) and 150EQ(3)(c) of the Local Government Act 2009, I hereby
provide notice that I have a declarable conflict of interest in this matter, the nature and particulars of
which are as follows:
Nature of the declarable conflict of interest
A reasonable person may think I could have a personal interest when participating in decisions
about this development application as my brother is a supplier to the applicant.
If the declarable conflict of interest arises because of the councillor’s relationship with
a related party
The name of the related party Francesco Vorster
The nature of the relationship of
Brother
the related party to the councillor
The nature of the related party’s Supplier to the business which may commercially benefit
interests in the matter from the extended trading hours sought.
If the councillor’s or related party’s personal interests arise because of the receipt of a
gift or loan from another person
The name of the other person
The nature of the relationship of
the other person to the councillor
or related party
The nature of the other person’s
interests in the matter
The value of the gift or loan, and
the date the gift was given or loan
was made
I am voluntarily deciding not to participate in making a decision about the matter.
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10.4 PLANNING AND ENVIRONMENT (Continued)
ITEM 6 REPORT ON CHANGE OTHER (IMPACT ASSESSMENT) TO A DEVELOPMENT
APPROVAL FOR A MATERIAL CHANGE OF USE TO ESTABLISH A TAVERN AT 47
THOMAS DRIVE, SURFERS PARADISE - DIVISION 10
OTH/2020/27 (Continued)
RESOLUTION G21.0323.019 moved Cr Owen-Jones seconded Cr PC Young
That Committee Recommendation PE21.0318.005 be adopted as printed which reads as
follows:-
That Council refuses the issue of a Development permit for a Change ‘Other’ to a
Development Approval for a Material change of use (Impact assessment) for a Tavern at
47 Thomas Drive, Surfers Paradise, on the following grounds:
1 The proposed land use and operating hours is contrary to the planning intent for the site,
in particular:
a The development is non-compliant with the Strategic framework 3.4.1(7) and
Specific outcome 3.4.5.1(1), (2), (3) and (6); and
b The development is non-compliant with Overall outcome 6.2.5.2(2)(a) and
Performance outcome PO10 of the Neighbourhood centre zone code.
2 Relevant matters presented by the applicant do not demonstrate a planning need for the
changes sought to the existing approved development at the subject site.
CARRIED
Cr Tozer and Cr Taylor requested that their vote in the negative be recorded
Cr Gates, Cr Caldwell and Cr Vorster were not present for discussion and voting on this item
Cr Caldwell returned to the room at 11.46am
Cr Vorster returned to the room at 11.46am
Cr Gates returned to the room at 11.46am
Cr Tate left the meeting at 11.47am to Chair the Extraordinary Gold Coast Local Disaster
Management Group Meeting
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10.4 PLANNING AND ENVIRONMENT (Continued)
ITEM 7 BURLEIGH RIDGE KOALA SURVEY DATA ANALYSIS & POPULATION VIABILITY
ANALYSIS
CE196/430/01/01(P3)
RESOLUTION G21.0323.020 moved Cr McDonald seconded Cr Owen-Jones
That Committee Recommendation PE21.0318.006 be adopted as printed which reads as
follows:-
1 That Council notes the Biolink Burleigh Ridge koala survey data analysis & Population
Viability Analysis report and its recommendations.
2 That Council supports the use of the Biolink Burleigh Ridge koala survey data analysis
& Population Viability Analysis report to inform future planning and conservation
actions including infrastructure upgrades in the Burleigh study area in consultation
with stakeholders.
3 That Council supports the integration of recommendations of the Biolink Burleigh
Ridge koala survey data analysis & Population Viability report into an updated citywide
Koala Conservation Plan – Implementation Plan.
4 That the Priority Species Conservation Team liaises with internal and external
infrastructure providers, to develop a plan to improve connectivity of koala habitat in
the Burleigh study area.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
ITEM 8 VOLUNTARY CONSERVATION AGREEMENT POLICY REVIEW
CE196/275/04(P1)
RESOLUTION G21.0323.021 moved Cr Tozer seconded Cr O'Neill
That Committee Recommendation PE21.0318.007 be adopted as printed which reads as
follows:-
That Council adopts the amended Voluntary Conservation Agreement Policy which is
Attachment 1 to this report.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
ADOPTION OF PLANNING AND ENVIRONMENT COMMITTEE MINUTES
RESOLUTION G21.0323.022 moved Cr Caldwell seconded Cr Owen-Jones
That the Minutes of the Planning and Environment Committee Meeting held on Thursday
18 March 2021, covered by Recommendations numbered PE21.0318.001 to PE21.0318.012, be
adopted with the exception of:-
Recommendation Numbers PE21.0318.004 (Item 5)
PE21.0318.005 (Item 6)
PE21.0318.006 (Item 7)
PE21.0318.007 (Item 8)
PE21.0318.011 (Item 12) and
PE21.0318.012 (Item 13) which were specifically resolved.
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10.5 GOVERNANCE AND ADMINISTRATION
Cr Owen-Jones, Chairperson of the Governance and Administration Committee, presented the
Minutes of the Meeting of the Governance and Administration Committee held on Thursday
18 March 2021.
RESOLUTION G21.0323.023 moved Cr Owen-Jones seconded Cr Patterson
That the Minutes of the Governance and Administration Committee Meeting held on Thursday
18 March 2021 covered by Recommendations numbered GA21.0318.001 to GA21.0318.008 be
received.
CARRIED
ITEM 7 COMMUNITY GRANTS REPORT 2020-21 (4)
FN251/275/01/10(P1)
Declarable Conflict of Interest – Prior to Meeting
Councillor Name Cr PJ Young
Matter Description Community Grants Report 2020-21 (4)
Meeting Name Council Meeting
Meeting Date 23 March 2021
Item Number 7 Item Reference
Pursuant to sections 150EQ(3)(b) and 150EQ(3)(c) of the Local Government Act 2009, I
hereby provide notice that I have a declarable conflict of interest in this matter, the nature and
particulars of which are as follows:
Nature of the declarable conflict of interest
I am a personal friend of the President and Secretary of the Nerang Community Association
Incorporated, which has submitted an application under Council’s Discretionary Grants
program for funding from Division 5.
If the declarable conflict of interest arises because of the councillor’s relationship
with a related party
The name of the related party Nerang Community Association Incorporated
I am a personal friend of Mr Derek Ogden, who is
voluntary President of the Community Association,
The nature of the relationship of and a personal friend of Mrs Lynn Ogden, who is
the related party to the councillor Secretary of the Association, and I am a personal
friend of Mr Cardona, who is a Member of the
Committee of the Association
The nature of the related party’s The Nerang Community Association has applied for
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