Ordinary - 27 May 2026 9:00 am

Topics

• Council adopts 2026-2027 fees, charges and revenue policy
  The chamber signed off on the coming year’s user charges and revenue policy, including a case-by-case wording change.
  This can affect what residents, businesses and community groups pay for council services and how decisions are applied.
• Extra funding flagged for Hinchcliffe Bridge project
  Council noted a bridge project update and said additional funding had been built into the quarter three budget review.
  Budget increases can affect project timing, contractor demand and whether the works stay on schedule.
• Council delegates legal action on Harrisville planning appeal
  In closed session, council delegated authority to the CEO to manage its position in a Planning and Environment Court appeal linked to 38 Queen Street, Harrisville.
  The outcome of the appeal could affect land use, development certainty and legal costs.

Decisions

• Councillor attendance at ALGA Women’s Association conference
  Council authorised payment of reasonable travel, accommodation and incidental costs for councillor attendance at the 2026 Australian Local Government Women’s Association National 75th Anniversary Conference, with estimated cost per person of $3,439.09. Council also required a follow-up report on initiatives and outcomes if councillors attend.
  Funds civic representation and requires public reporting back on conference outcomes.
• Councillor representation on committees and forums
  Council appointed councillor representatives to internal and external committees and forums for May 2026 to May 2027, noted ongoing mayoral/deputy mayor/divisional councillor attendance on various bodies, and authorised payment of reasonable attendance costs.
  Shapes who represents the region on boards and forums that influence local services and priorities.
• 2026-2027 Register of Fees and Charges adopted
  Council adopted the 2026-2027 Register of Fees and Charges and delegated minor grammatical and formatting amendments to the Chief Executive Officer.
  Sets many council user charges and fees that residents, businesses and community groups may pay.
• Revenue Policy 2026-2027 adopted
  Council adopted the Revenue Policy 2026-2027, including wording added to section 4.4(b)(iv) to allow a case-by-case approach.
  Influences how council sets and applies revenue-related decisions and concessions.
• Quarter Three operational and service delivery progress reports approved
  Council approved the Quarter Three Operational Plan 2025-2026 Progress Report and the Quarter Three 2025-2026 Service Delivery Report.
  Provides public tracking of delivery against council commitments and services.
• Confidential employee matters dealt with in closed session
  Council considered a confidential councillor briefing note and legal advice, then resolved that the matter be handled in accordance with council policy.
  The public minutes do not disclose details, but the decision may affect internal council administration.

Discussion

• Infrastructure capital works program
  Council noted the March 2026 update on the 2025-2026 Infrastructure Capital Works Program delivery.
  Shows progress on capital works that may affect roads, facilities and local infrastructure.
• Interim audit report
  Council noted the Auditor-General’s Interim Report for the 2025-2026 financial year.
  Indicates external audit oversight of council finances and controls.
• Unaudited April 2026 financial report
  Council received the monthly financial report for April 2026.
  Gives residents a mid-year view of council financial performance.
• Audit and Risk Committee report
  Council noted the report from the Audit and Risk Committee meeting held on 19 March 2026.
  Relevant to governance, risk management and financial accountability.
• Hinchcliffe Bridge Project Update and Budget Increase
  Council noted the bridge project update and acknowledged extra funding had been included in the Quarter Three Budget Review.
  Signals cost pressure and possible impacts on an infrastructure project.
• P&E Court appeal authority
  In closed session, Council delegated authority to the Chief Executive Officer to take steps to resolve Council’s interests in a Planning and Environment Court appeal relating to MCU23/103 at 38 Queen Street, Harrisville.
  Affects a live planning and legal matter with potential land-use implications.

Impacts

• Council fees and charges for 2026-2027 may change costs for some services and applications.
• The revenue policy change may affect how council applies certain revenue decisions on a case-by-case basis.
• Capital works and bridge project budget updates may influence timing and delivery of local infrastructure.
• Council representation on committees and forums may shape advocacy and decisions affecting local communities.
• Confidential internal matters were resolved without public detail, so any direct resident impact is not known from the minutes.

Places

• Scenic Rim Regional Council (local government area)
  The meeting covered council-wide policy, finance, governance and infrastructure matters.
• Harrisville (locality)
  Named in the Planning and Environment Court appeal matter for MCU23/103.
• 38 Queen Street, Harrisville (property address)
  Subject of the appeal matter discussed in closed session.
• Tamborine Mountain (locality)
  Referenced in committee representation notes concerning the Tamborine Mountain Sports Association Ltd board.

Next

• Implement the 2026-2027 Fees and Charges Register and apply any minor formatting amendments if required
  From adoption for the 2026-2027 financial year
• Apply the adopted Revenue Policy 2026-2027, including the new case-by-case wording
  From adoption for the 2026-2027 financial year
• Advise appointed organisations of councillor representatives
  As appropriate after appointments
• Bring back a report on initiatives and outcomes if councillors attend the ALGA Women’s Association conference
  After the 20-22 August 2026 conference, if attended
• Progress the Quarter Three Budget Review including additional funding for Hinchcliffe Bridge
  During the 2025-2026 Quarter Three Budget Review process
• Take steps to resolve Council’s interests in the MCU23/103 appeal, with legal and expert advice
  As authorised by Council

Extract

All correspondence to be addressed to the Chief Executive Officer Scenic Rim Regional Council PO Box 25 BEAUDESERT QLD 4285 ABN: 45 596 234 931 Beaudesert Administration Centre P: 07 5540 5111 F: 07 5540 5103 Boonah Administration Centre P: 07 5463 3000 F: 07 5463 2650 E: mail@scenicrim.qld.gov.au W: https://www.scenicrim.qld.gov.au/ Minutes Ordinary Meeting Wednesday, 27 May 2026 Time: 9:00 am Meeting adjourned at 11:02 am Meeting resumed at 11:35 am Location: Council Chambers 82 Brisbane Street BEAUDESERT QLD 4285 Ordinary Meeting Minutes 27 May 2026 Scenic Rim Regional Council Ordinary Meeting Wednesday, 27 May 2026 Minutes 1 Opening of Meeting ..............................................