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ECONOMIC ACTIVATION & TOURISM
COMMITTEE MEETING
14 November 2019
AGENDA
Cr Ben Heath Chairman
Cr John Kremastos Mayor
Cr Glenn Raleigh Division 1
Cr Rick Taylor Division 2
Cr Wayne Kimberley Division 3
Cr Mark Nolan Division 4
Cr Jeff Baines Division 5
Please find attached, Agenda for the Economic Activation & Tourism Committee Meeting to be
held in the Tully Council Chambers - Level 2, 38-40 Bryant Street, Tully commencing at 9.30am.
James Gott
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
AGENDA
9:30am Welcome and Apologies
Declaration of Material Personal Interest or Conflicts of Interest
(including perceptions of Conflicts of Interest)
12:30pm – 1.00pm Lunch
1. CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES ................................................................................... 1
1.1 Confirmation of Minutes of the Economic Activation & Tourism Committee Meeting -
10 October 2019 ........................................................................................................... 1
2. BUSINESS FROM PREVIOUS MINUTES .................................................................. 10
3. TOURISM & EVENTS ................................................................................................. 11
3.1 Australian Regional Tourism Conference Report ........................................................ 11
3.2 CCRC Tourism Monthly Report ................................................................................... 21
3.3 Request for Council to apply to host the Triple J One Night Stand Concert at the Tully
Showgrounds .............................................................................................................. 26
3. GENERAL BUSINESS ............................................................................................... 42
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1. CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES
1.1 CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES OF THE ECONOMIC ACTIVATION & TOURISM
COMMITTEE MEETING - 10 OCTOBER 2019
Recommendation:
“That the Minutes of the Economic Activation & Tourism Committee Meeting held on 10
October 2019 be confirmed as a true and correct record.”
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2. BUSINESS FROM PREVIOUS MINUTES
Nil.
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3. TOURISM & EVENTS
3.1 AUSTRALIAN REGIONAL TOURISM CONFERENCE REPORT
Author & Officer's Title: Richard Blanchette - Coordinator Tourism
Meeting Date: 14 November 2019
Executive Summary:
The 2019 Australian Regional Tourism Convention was held in Devonport, Tasmania on 21, 22
and 23 October 2019.
Attending the conference for council were Councillor Heath, as the Chairperson for the Economic
Activation and Tourism Committee, and Tourism Coordinator Richard Blanchette.
The convention program has a regional tourism focus on current and future tourism challenges
and opportunities to compete in an increasingly global market.
This is a summary report on the 2019 Australian Regional Tourism Convention.
Recommendation:
“That Council note the report.”
Background:
The Australian Regional Tourism (ART) Convention is a nationally attended convention that
discusses important matters affecting regional tourism. ART promotes sustainable regional
development through regionally focused research, destination management planning, product
development, marketing, and the development of skilled human resources. ART is a hub for
regional tourism representation, collaboration, cooperation, ideas generation, knowledge sharing,
and networking.
Regional tourism is a vital sector of the Australian economy and key to the sustainability and
vibrancy of many communities. ART was established to ‘rebalance an increasing focus on
tourism in urban capital cities’.
For this convention ART worked with State and Territory-based Tourism organisations to identify
a set of six priority issues facing regional tourism, these are;
Enabling infrastructure
Commonwealth grant funding for tourism development
Reliable and useful tourism data
Regional dispersal of growing international markets
Agri-tourism development
Skills shortages
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The Convention provided an opportunity for Council exposure to and sharing of a range of
different approaches and initiatives to help catalyse and promote regional tourism. In many
instances, this was shown to be directly applicable to regional tourism economies such as our
own. At the same time it also enabled some ‘benchmarking’ for Council’s own initiatives and
strategies that it has been implementing over the past two years to build the Cassowary Coast
Region tourism economy.
A key factor that was highlighted at the Convention was the increasing realisation that
governments cannot be seen as the only answer to grow and support tourism. Examples were
provided that government direct funding for tourism initiatives were rarely sustainable and that an
industry-led approach with governments provided tailored (local) strategic support can be a much
more effective and sustainable model. This closely follows the approach that the CCRC has
taken in collaboration with Tropical Coast Tourism (TCT) in reforming tourism industry capability
in our region.
The learnings of the Convention are already being considered in a practical sense as part of the
Council’s ongoing work in repositioning and growing the region’s tourism economy. This includes
ongoing work with TCT and the Council’s own review of its own Visitor Information Centre
services.
Link to Corporate Plan:
Goal 1 - Growth and Economic Sustainability
Objective: To build a strong diverse economy which provides opportunities for business
and investment with an integrated approach to long-term planning where the region's
assets meet community needs.
1.1. Encourage and facilitate investment in the region that will support both traditional and
emerging industries and act as a catalyst for further employment an population growth.
1.2. Further develop tourism industry, destination and events.
1.7. Ensure the Cassowary Coast Region is seen as an economically vibrant area to do
business.
Consultation:
There is no requirement for this mater to be subject to any public consultation processes.
Legal Implications (Statutory basis, legal risks):
Nil
Policy Implications:
Nil
Risk Implications (Corporate, Operational, Project risks):
Nil
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Financial & Resource Implications:
Convention Registration of $1500.00 per person. Travel and accommodation costs are
additional to this amount.
Report prepared by:
Richard Blanchette - Coordinator Tourism
Report authorised by:
Manfred Boldy - Director Planning and Regional Development
Report created date:
5 November 2019
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3.2 CCRC TOURISM MONTHLY REPORT
Author & Officer's Title: Richard Blanchette - Coordinator Tourism
Meeting Date: 14 November 2019
Attachment 1 October 2019 Visitor Information Centre Statistics
Executive Summary:
This report represents Council involvement or interest in tourism initiatives of note within or
affecting the Cassowary Coast Region. The report is a summary of key events, matters of
interest and Council’s interaction with the region’s peak Local Tourist Organisation – Tropical
Coast Tourism (TCT).
The items referred to in the report may serve as a catalyst for Councillors to raise tourism related
matters through the Meeting for further formal consideration and resolution or for operational
attention by staff.
Where practicable, the report will be presented to the Council Economic Activation and Tourism
Committee Meeting and will cover the significant events during the preceding month.
Recommendation:
“That Council resolves to note the report.
Background:
Tourism Monthly Report – August 2019
1. Monthly Highlights
Tully Mill Tour
We met with Tully Mill to discuss marketing the tour to tourists. As a result the tour is now
live on the Australia Tourism Data Warehouse. This is an important action for exposure of
the Mill Tour product but it is also very valuable for our destination story – to feature as a
thing-to-do in Tully and the Cassowary Coast on major tourism pages and the TEQ App.
The Tour can now be viewed on multiple tourism websites, including Tropical Coast
Tourism – as per this link below;
https://www.tropicalcoasttourism.com.au/loc/info/5da57a3e0def95e164d005ef
‘Reconnect with Dunk’
Mayfair Iconic Properties hosted a special event to learn about the Group’s plans for Dunk
Island and the Mission Beach region, meet their team members, and hear from past
island employees. A positive occasion for wider community and local business to be
informed on the current and future ambitions of Mayfair in progressing Dunk Island Resort
and other tourism impacting projects with a view to re-establishing the region as a major
Queensland tourism destination.
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Rural Management Challenge
As one of Team Ulysses for the LGMA Rural Management Challenge we proudly
represented our council in taking on the challenges of the day, and the advance
preparations for the day. Of great value was the opportunity to work closely with
colleagues that you don’t usually get to work with.
Screen Queensland
Sourcing of images in Cassowary Coast for a TV production looking for a ‘small tropical
town’ location. Screen Queensland present the location suggestions to the production for
consideration.
Tour de Cassowary 19-20 October 2019
Over 40 cars lined up in Innisfail for the start of the second annual classic car rally event on
Saturday. The new start area at Fossey Fitzgerald Park allowed cars to display at the
riverfront and minimise any potential for road congestion. Cars cruised around the region
from Innisfail via Mena Creek and Kurrimine Beach through to Mission Beach. New this
year was the Concours d’Elegance event which saw 30 cars on display in all their glory in
front of Castaways Resort & Spa Mission Beach, with 50 people attending dinner and the
awards. On Sunday the cars headed to Tully for the finish of the weekend classic car
event. In the line-up were classic cars by Holden, Ford, VW Kombi, Porsche, Jaguar,
Datsun, Jeep, Austin, and a Ferrari 365.
Organisers reported; “we had really good comments and feedback about the food and
hospitality shown to participants who came from as far away as Mareeba and Mackay. The
3 venues were Mena Creek Hotel, King Reef Resort and of course Castaways at Mission
Beach. The management of these 3 organisations definitely “get it”. The Queens Hotel in
Innisfail also "gets it””.
Halloween, 31 October 2019
The Cardwell VIC and Historic Bush Telegraph activated a Halloween theme which
received over 190 visitors, including 90 children form Cardwell, Tully, Ingham and Mission
Beach. Visitors enjoyed a wide variety of hand-made Halloween decorations located
around the grounds and in the rooms. With many in costume, adults included, the evening
was a great monster mash.
Several business have since expressed an interest of being part of next years event.
Cardwell Seafest 4,5,6 October 2019
Organisers were pleased with this year’s Seafest event with many businesses supporting
the event. A wide variety of venues and events were organised to cater for families and
just about anyone who wanted to have some fun.
The Cardwell VIC activated for the event with displays and promotion and the 2019
Amateur Radio Club display - highlighting the ‘Coast Watchers’ – which fitted the Seafest
theme. About 60 people attend this.
Visitor Information Centre’s
Season tapering off; while there is still a steady flow of visitors to our centres the numbers
are slowing down. The ones we do see still provide that valuable conversation opportunity
to convert a longer stay and connection with our local experiences.
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2. Regional Tourism Development News
Refer to report on the Australian Regional Tourism Convention 2019
3. Tourism Funding Opportunities
Nil to report at this stage
4. LTO News – TCT Update
TCT Position advertised: Tropical Coast Tourism Inc. recently advertised for an Executive
Officer position with the local tourism organisation. They will be interviewing soon.
5. Visitor Information Centre Statistics
The following is a summary of visitor statistics for our region. Please note that the statistics
provided are based on an existing format. The Council proposes to revise this format for
subsequent monthly reports once a new process for information collection has been
introduced to its VICs.
(October 2019 statistics are included as an attachment to this report)
Link to Corporate Plan:
Goal 1 - Growth and Economic Sustainability
Objective: To build a strong diverse economy which provides opportunities for business
and investment with an integrated approach to long-term planning where the region's
assets meet community needs.
1.1. Encourage and facilitate investment in the region that will support both traditional and
emerging industries and act as a catalyst for further employment an population growth.
1.2. Further develop tourism industry, destination and events.
1.7 Ensure the Cassowary Coast Region is seen as an economically vibrant area to do
business.
Goal 2 - Community First
Objective: To work in partnership with the community to ensure that facilities and
amenities meet the needs of local people and that Council delivers a consistent and high
level of service. We will measure ourselves to ensure our performance keeps pace with
evolving community expectations.
2.1. Increase community engagement, consultation, transparency in decision making and ease of
access to information.
Consultation:
There is no requirement for this mater to be subject to any public consultation processes.
Legal Implications (Statutory basis, legal risks):
Nil
Policy Implications:
Nil
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Risk Implications (Corporate, Operational, Project risks):
Nil
Financial & Resource Implications:
Nil
Report prepared by:
Richard Blanchette - Coordinator Tourism
Report authorised by:
Manfred Boldy - Director Planning and Regional Development
Report created date:
5 November 2019
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Attachment 1 - October 2019 Visitor Information Centre Statistics
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3.3 REQUEST FOR COUNCIL TO APPLY TO HOST THE TRIPLE J ONE NIGHT STAND
CONCERT AT THE TULLY SHOWGROUNDS
Author & Officer's Title: Byron Jones - Senior Planner/Strategic Planner
Meeting Date: 14 November 2019
Attachments:
1. Site Plan
2. Aerial View
3. Estimated Event Budget
4. Naracoorte Lucindale Council Report 22 October 2019
Executive Summary:
The Triple J One Night Stand is a concert hosted in a regional town or city in Australia annually in
mid-late September. It is promoted and organised by national radio station Triple J. The host
town is selected in the form of a competition where residents of the town must gain approval from
local government and a venue. Triple J arranges the artists to perform, these are usually four
high profile Australian bands of a variety of genres.
Specifics of the event are provided below:
The event is free but encourages a gold coin donation with money raised will go to a local
charities, sporting and community groups;
It’s a one afternoon/night only event;
Gates open early in the afternoon and the concert finishes at approximately 10.00pm;
The event is expected to attract between 10,000 – 15,000 concerts goers however there
have been instances of up to 20,000 in the past;
The event is televised on ABC and streamed live on Triple J;
Local charities, sporting and community groups have the opportunity to sell food and
drinks at the event;
The event is a drug and alcohol free event; and
The target audience is 18-25, but it is all ages and attracts a mix of families and older
ages as well
Tully being the wettest town in Australia would provide a point of difference to other competing
host towns and assist in the application to host the event. Tully is also located at the
geographical centre of the Cassowary Coast region with access to the Bruce Highway and North
Coast Rail Line. The Tully showgrounds precinct is an 11-hectare complex comprised of a
showgrounds reserve and a recreation reserve. Council is in the process of constructing a new
Multi-Use Sporting Complex and Grandstand at the Tully Showgrounds. The project consists of
the construction and fit out of a new 600 seat multi-use grandstand with associated facilities for
the Tully community, completion of construction is expected by mid-2020.
A crowd of 15,000 is expected for the event, this is the approximate crowd attendance figure at
the 2019 Triple J One Night Stand event in Lucindale. It is an event of state significance and is
estimated to attract 15,000 visitors over the 1 day, with an average spend per person per day of
$300.00 (the average visitor spend benchmark for the Tropical North Queensland tourism
region). A benchmark of 35% of interstate and intrastate/regional visitors is expected and
applied. However, this is a conservative figure as many of those who visit stay will stay in the
region for at least 3 days. Further information regarding the 2019 event held at Luncindale is
provided as Attachment 4.
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The event would provide an opportunity to grow the event tourism sector in Tully and the wider
Cassowary Coast. It would provide a unique opportunity to diversify the range of economy-
boosting tourism development in the region away from its traditional agricultural base, creating
jobs and also strengthening the wider Cassowary Coast region’s economy and making it more
resilient to natural disaster and disease events.
Council would be responsible for the setting up of the Tully Showgrounds for the event (i.e.
marketing, toilets, fencing, power, water, security). Preliminary cost estimates, using the 2019
world rafting championships and information obtained from the 2019 Triple J One Night Stand
host have determined that a financial investment of $70,000.00 would be required from Council
to host the event. Triple J are responsible to the running of the event (i.e. marketing, talent,
stage, audio-visual, lighting, broadcasting etc..).
Council officers have undertaken initial community consultation with the Tully Showgrounds User
Group and there has been no objections to Council applying to host the Triple J One Night Stand
Concert at the Tully Showgrounds.
Recommendation:
"That:
1. Council prepare an application to host the Triple J One Night Stand Concert at
the Tully Showgrounds;
2. Council establish and maintain standalone social media page to raise awareness
of the application within the Cassowary Coast and wider community;
3. Council write to local businesses, community, sporting and charity groups
requesting letters of support;
4. Council investigate funding opportunities to obtain $70,000.00 towards the
hosting of the event;
5. If the application is successful, Council call for nominations from community,
sporting and charity groups based in Tully to establish a working group for the
event; and
6. Council work closely with the Tully Showground User Group in order to identify
opportunities and minimise disruptions caused by the hosting of the event."
Background:
The Triple J One Night Stand is a concert hosted in a regional town or city in Australia annually in
mid-late September. It is promoted and organised by national radio station Triple J. The host
town is selected in the form of a competition where residents of the town must gain approval from
local government and a venue. Triple J arranges the artists to perform, these are usually four
high profile Australian bands of a variety of genres.
Specifics of the event are provided below:
The event is free but encourages a gold coin donation with money raised will go to a local
charities, sporting and community groups;
It’s a one night only event;
Gates open early in the afternoon and the concert finishes at approximately 10.00pm;
The event is expected to attract between 10,000 – 15,000 concerts goers however there
have been instances of up to 20,000 in the past;
The event is televised on ABC and streamed live on Triple J;
Local charities, sporting and community groups have the opportunity to sell food and
drinks at the event;
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The event is a drug and alcohol free event; and
The target audience is 18-25, but it is all ages and attracts a mix of families and older
ages as well.
Tully is located at the geographical centre of the Cassowary Coast region with access to the
Bruce Highway and North Coast Rail Line. The Tully showgrounds precinct is an 11-hectare
complex comprised of a showgrounds reserve and a recreation reserve. The showground area
provides a large recreational area for a wide range of sports, activities and entertainment events.
It is home to the Tully Tigers Rugby League Club and the annual Tully show - a first class
agricultural show combined with exciting fairground amusements that has been organised by
members of the Tully community since 1934.
Council is in the process of constructing a new Multi-Use Sporting Complex and Grandstand at
the Tully Showgrounds. The project consists of the construction and fit out of a new 600 seat
multi-use grandstand with associated facilities for the Tully community, completion of
construction is expected by mid-2020. The showgrounds is one of Tully’s foremost public assets
and is pivotal in the social and recreational life of the town. The complex is located on the main
entrance to Tully and is a high profile feature of the town greeting visitors and residents as they
come and go.
A crowd of 15,000 is expected for the event, this is the approximate crowd attendance figure at
the 2019 Triple J One Night Stand event. It is an event of State significance and is estimated to
attract 15,000 visitors over the 1 day, with an average spend per person per day of $300.00 (the
average visitor spend benchmark for the Tropical North Queensland tourism region). A
benchmark of 35% of interstate and intrastate/regional visitors is expected and applied. Further
information regarding the 2019 event held at Luncindale is provided as Attachment 4.
The economic benefits of the event will include:
The total visitor spend of $4,500,000 attributed to staging the Triple J One Night Stand
would lead to a direct impact on output of $3,600,000. This additional direct output from
the economy would also lead to an increase in indirect demand for intermediate goods
and services across related industry sectors. These indirect industrial impacts (Type 1)
are estimated to be an additional $618,573 in Output;
There would be an additional contribution to the Cassowary Coast economy through
consumption effects as correspondingly more wages and salaries are spent in the local
economy. It is estimated that this would result in a further increase in Output of $317,557;
The combination of all direct, industrial and consumption effects would result in total
estimated rise in Output of $4,536,130 in the Cassowary Coast economy;
The impact of an additional of $4,500,000 spend to the local economy as a result of
running Triple J One Night Stand in the Cassowary Coast would lead to a corresponding
direct increase in value added of $1,882,687. A further $253,231 in value added would be
generated from related intermediate industries;
There would be an additional contribution to the Cassowary Coast economy through
consumption effects as correspondingly more wages and salaries are spent in the local
economy. It is estimated that this would result in a further increase in value added of
$140,508;
The combination of all direct, industrial and consumption effects would result in an
estimated addition in value added of $2,276,426 in the Cassowary Coast economy;
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Value added by industry represents the industry component of Gross Regional Product
(GRP). The impact on the Cassowary Coast’s GRP as a result of staging this event is
directly equivalent to the change in value added outlined above. In summary, GRP in the
Cassowary Coast is estimated to increase by $2,276,426;
The employment impact of as a result of staging the Triple J One Night Stand event in the
Cassowary Coast is estimated to lead to a corresponding direct increase of employment
equivalent of a number of temporary and casual roles across a range of industries prior
to, during and after the event;
Increase the diversity and sustainability of the showgrounds, by growing the reputation of
the facility for a range of events, activities and uses, and sources of revenue, while
reducing the traditional reliance on one major event (such as the annual Tully show).
Increased spending within local businesses through supplying goods and services to the
event; and
Increased financial viability / sustainability of all community organisations due to event
income stream (i.e. canteen facilitates).
The social benefits of the Tully Multi-Use Sporting Complex and Grandstand Facility will include:
Opportunity for the local community to be part of major events and be exposed to top
level entertainment; and
Opportunity for an all ages event where the Tully and wider Cassowary Coast community
can come together and celebrate the region.
The event would provide an opportunity to grow the event tourism sector in Tully. It would provide
a unique opportunity to diversify the range of economy-boosting tourism development in the
region away from its traditional agricultural base, creating jobs and also strengthening the wider
Cassowary Coast region’s economy and making it more resilient to natural disaster and disease
events which it is currently facing with the threat of Panama disease Tropical Race 4. The
Cassowary Coast region represents about 94 per cent of Australia’s $600 million banana industry
and is a significant employer with over 20% of residents working in the industry.
The Cassowary Coast has recent proven track record of delivering successful events. In 2017,
the Cassowary Coast successfully hosted a warm up game for the Rugby League World Cup in
Innisfail. An estimated 3,000 people attended the Tonga v Italy Rugby League International
Game played at Calendar Park in Innisfail with a number of people travelling from Cairns and
further afield to attend.
In 2018, Tully successfully hosted the 2018 Australian Rafting Championships on the Tully River.
An estimated 700 people attended the event with great success, it is likely that Council and the
Queensland Rafting Federation will be successful in obtaining the hosting rights for the Australian
Rafting Championships in the future given that the Tully River can guarantee a constant water
supply.
In May 2019, the Tully Showgrounds hosted the 2019 World Rafting Championships which
attracted more than 1,500 athletes and 10,000 spectators to the region. The event was held over
7 days from 13- 20 May 2019 and teams from 54 countries attended.
The principal stakeholder sponsoring the project would be the Cassowary Coast Regional
Council. The project forms a key part of the Council's economic activation agenda as contained
within its Corporate Plan and Operational Plan. The Cassowary Coast community and industry
representatives have shown strong support for the project.
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Council would be responsible for the setting up of the Tully Showgrounds for the event (i.e.
marketing, toilets, fencing, power, water, security). Preliminary cost estimates, using the 2019
world rafting championships and information obtained from the 2019 Triple J One Night Stand
host Council require a financial investment of $70,000.00 from Council. Triple J are responsible
to the running of the event (i.e. marketing, talent, stage, audio-visual, lighting, broadcasting etc..).
Key logistical considerations are provided below:
Operations Base
Council is in the process of constructing a new Multi-Use Sporting Complex and Grandstand at
the Tully Showgrounds. The project consists of the construction and fit out of a new 600 seat
multi-use grandstand with associated facilities for the Tully community, completion of
construction is expected by July 2020. A copy of the relevant plans are provided as, this facility
would be the operations base for the event. In addition to this, there are a number of other
buildings at the Tully Showgrounds which could be used in association with the event.
Venue Access
There are a two controlled access points into the site:
Butler Road (South); and
Brosnan Street (North)
Access is available for pedestrians and vehicles (including large trucks).
Venue Capacity
Given the large area, the venue would be capable of holding up to 20,000 people.
Lighting
The complex includes 2 floodlit ovals, including the main oval.
Power
Power is available throughout the site.
Water
Water is available throughout the site for both drinking and other purposes.
Amenities
Amenities exist throughout the site, however temporary amenities blocks would need to be
bought in to cater for the increased demand.
Fencing
The site is fully fenced, however temporary fencing will be required in some areas.
Waste
Waste facilities exist throughout the site, however temporary bins would need to be bought in to
cater for the increased demand.
Emergency Facilities
Tully has a hospital, police, fire and ambulance services with Innisfail and Mission Beach being
able to provide adequate backup. The showground facility has access to firefighting hydrants in
the event of fire.
Parking
Parking exists adjacent to the site and local streets, however Council has a number reserves
close by which could be used to cater for the increased demand. Bus transfers from further afield
could be provided for a cost (if required).
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Accommodation
Tully is located at the geographical center of the shire with a council owned campground being
located adjacent to the showground. In addition to this traditional motel style accommodation,
backpacker and Air BnB's exist within Tully. Overflow accommodation exists further afield in
Mission Beach, Innisfail, Cardwell and Ingham with more options in Cairns and Townsville (if
required).
Permitting and planning considerations are provided below:
The land is a reserve under the Land Act 1994. The proposed event is consistent with the
intended use of the land as a reserve under the Land Act 1994. The event is exempt from
development consent requirements under the Cassowary Coast Regional Council Planning
Scheme 2015. There are no matters of State interest that would trigger the need for development
consent under the provisions of the Planning Act 2016.
The Triple J One Night Stand is considered to be a regulated activity on a Local Government
Controlled Areas and Roads in accordance with Local Law No. 1 (Administration) 2011 (Section
11), Subordinate Local Law No. 1 (Administration) 2011, Schedule 24 Undertaking regulated
activities on local government controlled areas and roads, c) holding of a public place activity
prescribed by subordinate local law. Council is the regulating authority and would work with the
organisers of the Triple J One Night Stand to obtain this permit.
An investment of $70,000.00 to bring the Triple J One Night Stand to the Tully Showgrounds will
generate $4,536,130.00 for the Cassowary Coast community. However, this is a conservative
figure as many of those who visit will stay in the region for at least 3 days.
Council officers have undertaken initial community consultation with the Tully Showgrounds User
Group and there has been no objections to Council applying to host the Triple J One Night Stand
Concert at the Tully Showgrounds.
Link to Corporate Plan:
Goal 4 - Responsible Governance
Objective:
Ensure good governance is achieved by having efficient and effective decision-making
processes and systems.
Maintain a well-managed, transparent and effective organisation that gives the community
confidence, demonstrates financial sustainability and ensures our customers are satisfied
with our services and our employees are proud to work here.
4.7 Provide inspirational leadership and contemporary management systems that drive a
coordinated, motivated, highly effective and efficient organisation.
Consultation:
Relevant Council Officers were consulted in preparing this report.
Legal Implications (Statutory basis, legal risks):
Nil
Policy Implications:
Nil
Risk Implications (Corporate, Operational, Project risks):
Nil
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Financial & Resource Implications:
Nil
Report prepared by:
Byron Jones - Senior Planner/Strategic Planner
Report authorised by:
Manfred Boldy - Director Planning and Regional Development
Report created date:
21 October 2019
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33Agenda – Economic Activation & Tourism Committee Meeting
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3. GENERAL BUSINESS
Nil.
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