Noosa 360

Following our February update, the Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) has advised that detailed design work for the proposed safety improvements have been completed for Factory Street, with designs for the remainder of the town centre nearing completion.…

Following our previous update in June 2025, further information has been provided regarding proposed pedestrian safety upgrades in Pomona. The Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) has advised that a package of works is planned for the Pomona township,…

The Queensland Transport and Roads Investment Program (QTRIP), accompanying the 2025-26 State Budget, confirmed that planning is underway for the Factory Street, Pomona pedestrian crossing, with construction set to begin in 2026-27. The confirmation of this timeline is appreciated even…

In December 2024, a community parliamentary petition calling on the urgent need for safe crossings on state managed Factory Street, Pomona, was tabled. Sandy endorsed the petition as part of her longtime advocacy regarding inappropriate levels of heavy haulage endangering…

As mentioned in our June 2023 Noosa 360 update, Sandy was able to get Factory St, Pomona pedestrian crossing project back on track after a lack of progress between the Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) and the previous…

Sandy gathered with representatives from Noosa Council and the Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) to further discussions on a pedestrian crossing to provide the best safety for all who traverse the road daily to access essential services and…

Advocacy for crossings on state roads in Pomona has continued, with delays whilst awaiting a precinct plan by Noosa Council to help determine the best locations for connectivity and types of crossings. Noosa Council have now advised their Pomona Place…

In response to community concerns brought forward to our office regarding pedestrian facilities at Reserve Street Pomona, we have sought advice from the Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR). TMR have advised that they have undertaken a targeted investigation…

Council staff recently inspected site and surrounding waterways after heavy rain, together with Department of Environment, including results from water probes in various locations external to the quarry. The result was that the quarry is compliant regarding environmental issues from…

The Queensland State Budget 2026-27 whilst having confirmations of previous commitments and some positive new allocations for the Noosa Electorate and Queensland, critical issues remain unresolved. As Sandy highlighted in her Budget Reply Speech, housing remains the defining issue affecting…