2018-19 Annual Report

2018-19 ANNUAL REPORT

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Our Vision ...... 04

Our Council ...... 08

Community Financial Report ...... 16

Our Performance ...... 22

Spectacular Scenery and Healthy Environment ...... 30

Sustainable and Prosperous Economy ...... 38

Open and Responsive Government ...... 44

Relaxed Living and Rural Lifestyle ...... 50

Vibrant Towns and Villages ...... 54

Accessible and Serviced Region ...... 60

Healthy, Engaged and Resourceful Communities ...... 66

Statutory Information ...... 74

Financial Statements ...... 80 OUR

Author and naturalist Arthur Groom, who co-founded Binna BurraScenic Lodge in 1933, coined the phraseRim Scenic Rim in describing the region’s chain of mountains, plateaux and peaks that extend from the coastal hinterland in the east to the Great Dividing Range in the west. The local government area formed during the council amalgamations of 2008 encompasses many of these features and was subsequently named Scenic Rim Regional Council.

ESTIMATED GROSS COUNCIL OPERATING COUNCIL CAPITAL LOCATION RESIDENT AREA REGIONAL EXPENDITURE EXPENDITURE POPULATION PRODUCT 2018-19 2018-19 South East 41,753 4249 km2 $1.76 billion $72.34 million $69.5 million Queensland (at 30 June 2018)

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The Scenic Rim Community Plan 2011-2026 provides the shared vision for our region’s future.vision By 2026 Scenic Rim will be a network of unique rural communities embedded in a productive and sustainable landscape.

We will enjoy a high quality rural lifestyle in self-reliant communities that provide a choice of quality local food, products, services and recreation opportunities. Our residents will have affordable transport options and ready access to the broader South East Queensland region. Our community will support sustainable farms, businesses and industries that are compatible with our environment and lifestyle and provide rewarding employment and prosperity for residents. Residents will benefit from the region’s productive farmland, stunning natural environment and character filled towns and villages which attract tourists and visitors and provide ecosystem services for the broader South East Queensland community. The Scenic Rim will be an inclusive, caring and creative environment with healthy and active residents. The region will provide a happy, safe and nurturing environment for children and families. We will participate in planning and managing our communities and act to ensure the Scenic Rim is enhanced for future generations.. STRATEGIC FRAMEWORK SCENIC RIM COMMUNITY PLAN OPERATIONAL PLAN 2018-2019 This plan was initially developed as a vision shared by Council and The annual Operational Plan provided for a range of actions to the community for the future of our region following community be undertaken across the seven themes of Council’s Corporate consultation with Scenic Rim residents and business operators Plan. Council monitored the implementation of those actions on during 2010. Further community consultation in early 2018 has a quarterly basis. A summary of significant outcomes for the year ensured that our Community Plan continues to reflect community is provided throughout this report, with a detailed review of our needs and aspirations, recognising the changes that have occurred performance provided through the Our Performance section of as the Scenic Rim has continued to grow and develop. this report.

The Community Plan Pulse Check carried out in early 2018 POLICIES AND OTHER DOCUMENTS identified the need for some minor revisions and additions, and The Council has established a comprehensive suite of policies, Scenic Rim Community Plan 2011-2026 was adopted by Council strategies and plans for the provision of services to the in November 2011 following extensive community consultation. It community. Where appropriate, these are supported by the captures the long-term vision of the Scenic Rim community and delegation of statutory powers to the Chief Executive Officer. summarises its aspirations under seven themes. These desired Council reviews its policies on a maximum three-year cycle and outcomes form the basis of our Regional Vision and provide the its delegations are reviewed annually. foundations of Council’s Corporate Plan, Scenic Rim 2023. REPRESENTING THE COMMUNITY CORPORATE PLAN SCENIC RIM 2023 Councillors perform an important function by representing This plan reflects the vision and details strategies under the public interest through a broad spectrum of community the seven themes of the Scenic Rim Community Plan 2011- organisations - both locally and within the greater South East 2026. It outlines the key priorities for the region’s growth and Queensland region. Those representational arrangements development over a five-year period. It also sets the strategic were reviewed following the quadrennial elections to ensure an direction and guides decision making about operational priorities appropriate sharing of this workload amongst Councillors. and resource allocation.

SCENIC RIM REGIONAL COUNCIL 2018-19 ANNUAL REPORT 5 MAYOR’S REPORT CR GREG CHRISTENSEN

the Scenic Rim is the best place in which to live, work and “ to the fullest enjoy life ” I am pleased to present Scenic Rim Regional Council’s 2018-19 A key achievement of 2018-19 was the completion, by 30 June, Annual Report and to reflect on our progress during the year that of all ground works in a program of recovery following Ex-Tropical marked the beginning of a new chapter in our Scenic Rim story. Cyclone Debbie which brought the most significant flooding experienced in our region in the past two decades. With the completion of our flood restoration works and the transformation of our organisation to better align Council’s roles Half of Council’s road network was impacted by the disaster in and responsibilities with the community vision, this has been a April 2017, including three quarters - more than 643 kilometres - year of strong progress. of the region’s unsealed roads which required 500,000 tonnes of gravel to rebuild. In August 2018 we announced the commencement of our Refresh and Refocus program to foster renewed leadership and I am pleased to say that, two years after Ex-Tropical Cyclone accountability, to promote a more efficient and team-focused Debbie, we have not just recovered, we have made great workforce to improve the delivery of services and infrastructure improvements to our Council roads which are now better to the Scenic Rim community. than ever and more resilient to extreme weather events. Ten years on from the council amalgamations of 2008, and on the The final cost of the reconstruction effort was $49.4 million. cusp of introducing a new Planning Scheme for the Scenic Rim, Additional funding of $10.4 million through the Betterment it was timely to take a fresh look at our structure and operations framework, under the Natural Disaster Relief and Recovery to ensure we continued to meet the needs of our community Arrangements, to provide increased resilience to the road and our staff. network, and a $4.9 million Council contribution brought the The Scenic Rim region itself is in the middle of a significant period final cost of the program to $64.7 million. of transformation and it was clear that a more agile, modern and efficient workforce was required to meet community needs Credit must go to the Commonwealth and Queensland and expectations. Governments for their joint funding through the Natural Disaster Relief and Recovery Arrangements. My thanks to the Queensland Our new structure ensures our focus is always on our customer Reconstruction Authority for its support and collaboration which and supports our delivery of services and facilities in the most has been a great example of inter-agency cooperation delivering cost-effective and efficient manner possible to provide the best real results for our community. value for ratepayers. Through four key themes and related portfolios - People, Customer, Delivery and Assurance - this new structure is now closely aligned with our community vision that underpins our Community, Corporate and Operational Plans. This Annual Report represents Council’s report card on the progress made in 2018-19 in achieving the outcomes of the Cr Greg Christensen Community Plan which provides the overarching framework for the Corporate Plan and, in turn, the annual Operational Plan. It reflects our commitment to ensuring the Scenic Rim is the best place in which to live, work and enjoy life to the fullest, and that ours is a region of viable and sustainable towns and villages whose enviable rural lifestyle respects the important relationship between the environment and economic growth.

6 SCENIC RIM REGIONAL COUNCIL 2018-19 ANNUAL REPORT CEO’S REPORT JON GIBBONS

At Scenic Rim Regional Council we take enormous pride in Our impeccable record in producing financially sustainable being local people delivering real results for our region and outcomes was recognised with the Queensland Treasury working to make the communities that we call home even better Corporation assessing Scenic Rim’s credit rating as sound with places in which to live and prosper. In 2018, our tenth year as an a neutral outlook and Council’s Long Term Financial Forecast amalgamated Council, we introduced a program to Refresh and continuing to ensure that it does not leave, as its legacy, a liability Refocus the organisation to ensure it continues to mature and for future generations. becomes even more effective, efficient and agile in its delivery of A significant milestone in the life of our region was the completion services and infrastructure to the Scenic Rim community. by 30 June 2019 of all ground works associated with the flood This Annual Report provides an overview of significant recovery following Ex-Tropical Cyclone Debbie while we achievements for 2018-19, the first year of delivery against our continued to deliver the services and infrastructure needed for our Corporate Plan 2018-2023, Scenic Rim 2023, as well as the growing region. statutory reporting requirements of the Local Government Act This is an exciting time in the growth and development of our 2009. Our performance has been reported against the themes region and our continued focus on our mission of enabling which capture the shared vision for the region’s future, as outlined community and environmental sustainability will ensure our in the Community Plan 2011-2026. communities are even greater places to live. Through the themes of Spectacular Scenery and Healthy Environment; Sustainable and Prosperous Economy; Open and Responsive Government; Relaxed Living and Rural Lifestyle; Vibrant Towns and Villages; Accessible and Serviced Region; and Healthy, Engaged and Resourceful Communities, our reporting demonstrates the progress that has been made in delivering a wide range of services, projects and initiatives across the priorities identified as important by our community. Jon Gibbons Council achieved much success in 2018-19 including: • the introduction of a zero-based budgeting approach which identified more than $500,000 in savings our continued focus • a reduction in employee expenses from 42 per cent of expenditure across the next 10 years to 38 per cent through on our mission of more effective analysis that allowed more expenditure in materials and service delivery enabling community • the re-alignment of many of Council’s teams, such as “ Operational Works which is now part of Planning and and environmental Development, to improve service delivery sustainability will ensure • a commitment to local purchasing, in partnership with local businesses, to keep money in the local economy, and our communities are even • delivery of the 2018-19 Operational Plan requirements, with a focus on sustainability, recovery and growth enabling to live. Council to continue its flood recovery efforts, local economic initiatives and delivery of essential projects and services, greater places while achieving an operating surplus.

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The Council for the 2016-2020 term comprises: Mutdapilly CouncilMt Walker Peak Crossing Mayor Cr Greg Christensen Harrisville Warrill View Division 1 Cr Nigel Waistell Kagaru Rosevale Division 2 Cr Nadia O’Carroll 6 Munbilla Tamborine Silverdale Wyaralong TAMBORINE Division 3 Cr Virginia West Veresdale Roadvale Dam Allenview MOUNTAIN Wyaralong Scrub Kalbar Division 4 Cr Michael Enright Gleneagle 2 Fassifern Bromelton 1 Division 5 Cr Rick Stanfield Aratula Tarome BOONAH Il-bogan BEAUDESERT Deputy Mayor Dugandan May 2018 – May 2019 4 Canungra Lake Moogerah Division 6 Cr Duncan McInnes Mt Alford Deputy Mayor Kooralbyn Laravale Kerry May 2019 – Beechmont Croftby 5 Maroon 3 Maroon Dam Darlington Rathdowney Carneys Creek Hillview Barney View Lamington Running Creek

8 SCENIC RIM REGIONAL COUNCIL 2018-19 ANNUAL REPORT Council is governed by a popularly elected Mayor and Councillors, representing each of the region’s six electoral divisions, who were elected at Queensland’s quadrennial local government elections in March 2016.

COUNCILLOR RESPONSIBILITIES MEETINGS The responsibilities of Councillors are prescribed in the Council decisions were made at monthly Ordinary Meetings, Local Government Act 2009 which states that: with business items generally referred to one of Council’s three Standing Committees for preliminary consideration. (1) A Councillor must represent the current and future interests of the residents of the local government area. Special Meetings were convened during the year for purposes of Budget adoption and consideration of urgent business items. (2) All Councillors of a local government have the Agenda items for these meetings included references to legislation same responsibilities, but the Mayor has some and Council’s strategic documents as appropriate. extra responsibilities. A schedule of attendances at meetings held during the period (3) All Councillors have the following responsibilities— is included on page 76 of this report. (a) ensuring the local government— (i) discharges its responsibilities under this Act; and (ii) achieves its corporate plan; and (iii) complies with all laws that apply to local governments; (b) providing high quality leadership to the local government and the community; (c) participating in council meetings, policy development, and decision making, for the benefit of the local government area; (d) being accountable to the community for the local government’s performance.

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MAYOR DIVISION 1 CR GREGCouncillors CHRISTENSEN CR NIGEL WAISTELL Cr Nigel Waistell was first elected to Council in 2012 and re-elected for a second term in 2016. He served as Deputy Mayor of the Scenic Rim from April 2016 to May 2017 and was Planning and Development Committee Chair from May 2018 to 30 June 2019. During a military career from 1969 to 2015, Cr Waistell served in both the British and Australian armies. He took a break from military service between 1993 and 2001 to work in local government as the training manager for Ipswich City Council. Cr Waistell’s vision for the Scenic Rim is to maintain, promote and enhance the qualities of the region which attract people to the region - the natural environment, rural lifestyle, connected community and tourism and agriculture businesses. In his spare time, Cr Waistell enjoys sailing, volunteering at the Tamborine Mountain Botanic Gardens and serving as the President of welfare organisation Tamborine Mountain Community Care.

DIVISION 2 CR NADIA O’CARROLL

Cr Nadia O’Carroll and her family have lived on Tamborine From the factory floor to the executive level, Cr Greg Christensen’s lengthy career across the Mountain since 1992. She holds a Bachelor of Business degree, manufacturing, mining and agriculture sectors has prepared him for his role as Mayor of the majoring in accounting, from the University of Technology Scenic Rim region. Sydney, and is a registered tax agent who has worked for Price Waterhouse, University of Technology Sydney, Queensland Elected in March 2016, Cr Christensen is committed to delivering strong leadership to the University and as a self-employed accountant. region’s communities to meet the challenges and opportunities ahead. Elected to Council in 2012, Cr O’Carroll became Finance For the past several years he has provided consultancy and coaching services in the areas of Committee Chair and was re-elected in 2016, serving as leadership, business development and organisational and process change. Deputy Mayor for a year from May 2017. Cr Christensen’s professional background includes senior leadership roles at General Motors Cr O’Carroll has been an office bearer in local organisations Holden, CSR Timber Products, OneSteel, WMC Resources and Sugar Australia, with a focus on including the Tamborine Mountain Natural History Association, strategy, systems and organisation alignment to unlock full business potential. This included Tamborine Mountain Rural Fire Brigade and Beaucare and has a period as Director for the Office of Manufacturing in South Australia. been a volunteer in a range of environmental activities including Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service, revegetation projects With a passion for lifelong learning, Cr Christensen holds a Masters in International and citizen science programs such as water monitoring and Management and accreditations in Executive Coaching and Mentoring. biodiversity surveys. Cr Christensen’s family connection to the region dates back to the 19th century. He was Cr O’Carroll is committed to protecting the Scenic Rim’s born and raised at Moorang and lives in the rural district of Tarome with his wife of 42 years, environment, rural values, sense of community and unique Denise. lifestyle. She is Council’s representative on the Queensland Climate Resilient Councils program, is a board member of the South East Queensland Catchments Members Association and chairs Council’s Arts Reference Group.

10 SCENIC RIM REGIONAL COUNCIL 2018-19 ANNUAL REPORT DIVISION 3 DIVISION 5 CR VIRGINIA WEST CR RICK STANFIELD

Elected for a third consecutive term in 2016, Cr Rick Stanfield has represented Division 5 since 2012, Cr Virginia West has represented Division 3 since having previously served four terms on the former Boonah the formation of Scenic Rim Regional Council in 2008, Shire Council. He served as Scenic Rim Deputy Mayor for serving as Deputy Mayor from 2012 to 2016 and as a year from May 2018 and is a former Chair of Council’s Corporate and Community Services Chair until Planning and Development Committee. May 2018. She is currently Acting Chair of the Scenic Valleys Regional Road Group. Educated at Boonah primary and high schools, he worked with at-risk youth before gaining his trade in Cr West served her community on the former the building industry. Beaudesert Shire Council from 2004 to 2008 and is committed to working as part of a team with a firm As one of the few practising wheelwrights in Australia vision and innovative focus to build a strong and today, Cr Stanfield takes a keen interest in preserving vibrant future for the Scenic Rim. lost trades and skills. He also breeds Clydesdale horses, which have a long association with the region, and has A qualified nurse, Cr West was employed as a territory been involved in the Brisbane and Sydney Royal shows. manager for a medical company prior to entering public life. Cr Stanfield has also been a triathlete and marathon She is married with two adult children, is actively involved in runner and an active member of local community groups, the local community and committed to an environmentally particularly those focussed on community and business sensitive but practical approach to development. development. He has also represented his community on a range of diverse government and semi-government Cr West is president of the Canungra Local Ambulance organisations. Cr Stanfield believes that retaining the Committee and is a board member of Tamborine Mountain country lifestyle treasured by Scenic Rim residents is College. She is also patron of the Beaudesert Rifle Club and paramount, as is encouraging the development of small the Beaudesert District Orchid and Foliage Society. business and industry to complement that lifestyle and boost jobs growth.

DIVISION 6 DIVISION 4 CR DUNCAN MCINNES CR MICHAEL ENRIGHT DEPUTY MAYOR

Elected to Council in 2016, Cr Michael Enright considers A life-long resident of the Harrisville (Radford) district, it a privilege to represent the residents of Division 4 and Cr Duncan McInnes has represented the communities of the wider Scenic Rim community. He served as Council’s Division 6 since 2012 and was elected Deputy Mayor in May Corporate and Community Services Chair from May 2018 2019. He served as Chair of Council’s Finance Committee to 30 June 2019. from May 2017 to 30 June 2019. As an active member of his local community over the past Cr McInnes is passionate about the region in which he four decades, Cr Enright understands the importance of lives and has been actively involved in his local community building stronger communities. His community involvement throughout his adult life. began in 1982 with Beaudesert Jaycees, and continued with the Beaudesert and District Health and Welfare Association He is married with four adult daughters, three of whom live from 1989 to 1991, as Director of the South East Community with their families in the Scenic Rim, and is involved in a Credit Society from 1994 to 2005, and served on St Mary’s family dairying business which produces some four million Pastoral Council for four years, two as Chairman in 2006 to litres of milk annually. 2007. More recently, he served as President of Beaudesert With more than 30 years’ involvement in the wider dairying Chamber of Commerce in 2013 and 2014, and is a continuing community, he has served as a director at local, state member of the Beaudesert Hospital Consumer Advisory and national levels and has represented his industry Group since 2014. internationally. Cr McInnes is also a Councillor of the Royal Cr Enright’s working career has spanned more than 40 years in Queensland Show, better known as the Ekka. small and medium-sized businesses in the Beaudesert district. He is committed to supporting local youth, providing With tertiary qualifications in business management and services to the community, creating jobs, attracting new training, he is passionate about seeing the Scenic Rim region businesses, reducing red tape, stopping coal seam gas flourish while retaining its rural appeal. exploitation, supporting farmers and primary producers Cr Enright is a proud patron of the Beaudesert Branch of and promoting the Scenic Rim’s unique and diverse National Servicemen’s Association of Australia and the beauty. Cr McInnes is Scenic Rim’s representative on Beaudesert Amateur Musical Society. He lives in Beaudesert the Darling Downs Moreton Rabbit Board of which he with his wife Jen, and has two adult children. is Deputy Chair.

SCENIC RIM REGIONAL COUNCIL 2018-19 ANNUAL REPORT 11 OUR Organisation A key responsibility of Council is the implementation of an organisational structure appropriate to the performance of its local government responsibilities.

Interim organisational structure by function

Interim organisational structure by function as at May 2019

CEO Executive and Councillor Support

GM People GM Customer GM Asset and Environmental GM Council and Strategy and Regional Prosperity Sustainability Sustainability

Manager Manager Manager Manager Manager Employee Refresh and Communications Asset Management Financial Management Manager Community Health Building Planning and Maintenance Capital Works and Relations Refocus Team Information and Culture and Environment Development Disaster and Operations Asset Management Design and Survey Accounts Payable Services Management Organisational Payroll Community Building Land Use Facilities Works Coordination Fleet Rates ICT Operations Development Development and Plumbing Development Economic Parks, Gardens Development Purchasing and Stores ICT Projects Training and Cultural Services Environment and Policy Development and Cemeteries Development Assessment Business Continuity Records Customer Contact Health Services Governance Property Management Workplace Health Operational and Safety Libraries Compliance Services Works Waste

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The personal and collective performance of Council’s staff is COMMUNICATION critical to the attainment of the organisation’s goals. We actively promote clear, concise and open discussion between staff, Council and communities. To help achieve these outcomes, staff adhere to eight core valuesValues of: QUALITY RESPECT We have pride in whatever we do, and strive to do it well. We act respectfully to each other, accepting each person’s individuality and their role. STAFF WORTH Our actions demonstrate that our people matter. TRUST We build strong relationships that we believe in and rely on. HONESTY We act with integrity and when we ask an honest question, TEAMWORK we get an honest answer. We work cooperatively to achieve common goals, drawing on the strengths of each other, in a supportive and safe environment. ACCOUNTABILITY We accept ownership of our role and responsibility for our actions.

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COUNCIL’S EXECUTIVE TEAM (FROM LEFT) CEO JON GIBBONS, GENERAL MANAGER COUNCIL SUSTAINABILITY OLIVER PRING, GENERAL MANAGER ASSET AND ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY CHRIS GRAY, GENERAL MANAGER PEOPLE AND STRATEGY JENNIFER SCHAFER AND GENERAL MANAGER CUSTOMER AND REGIONAL PROSPERITY DEBRA HOWE. COUNCIL’S EXECUTIVE TEAM The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) is Council’s principal officer whose statutory obligations are to: • implement the decisions of the elected Council • manage the day-to-day business of Council • organise reports to the Council • conduct Council correspondence • manage and oversee the administration of the Council and its Corporate Plan and Operational Plan, and • coordinate the activities of employees. These outcomes are managed by Council’s Leadership Team, comprising the CEO, General Manager Council Sustainability, General Manager Customer and Regional Prosperity, General Manager Asset and Environmental Sustainability and General Manager People and Strategy. OUR ETHOS OUR PEOPLE Everything that we STOME do will be guided by: CU R

We will engage with all staff by providing supportive We will put our customers ESPECT leadership, a culture R first to achieve the best

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QUALITY HONESTY OUR VALUES Ethos LIVER SURAN DE Y AS CE TRUST

A C Y We will work as a team to C O I T We will ensure the long- U N TA BI L achieve the shared goals of term sustainability of the

T E K the Scenic Rim Community A M W O R organisation through sound Plan and our Corporate and financial management and Operational Plans governance processes

enabling community + environmental sustainability

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SCENIC RIM REGIONAL COUNCIL 2018-19 ANNUAL REPORT 13 CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER GENERAL MANAGER JON GIBBONS CUSTOMER AND REGIONAL PROSPERITY Jon was appointed Council’s CEO in February 2018 and has brought DEBRA HOWE extensive experience in local government to the role. A former Debra has worked in the private sector for more than 19 years and Director of Health and Environment at Bowen Shire Council, Jon in her 22-year career in local government has worked primarily in has wide-ranging experience in managing environmental issues, arts and culture, economic and tourism development, community development assessment, regulatory services, parks, gardens and development, major capital project delivery, investment attraction, waste management and environmental health. event attraction and management, placemaking and regional development. Jon is a former Chief Executive Officer of Carpentaria Shire Council in Normanton and was Deputy Chief Executive Officer She has held key positions at Brisbane City Council, Toowoomba of Whitsunday Regional Council during the local government Regional Council, Mackay Regional Council, Livingstone Shire amalgamations of 2008. Council and Crows Nest Shire Council in Queensland as well as Moreland City Council and City of Port Phillip in Victoria. Debra’s Most recently, he was the CEO of the Administration of Norfolk career also includes a destination development role at Tourism Island in the South Pacific during a challenging period of transition. and Events Queensland. She has also held a number of board Jon holds a Master of Business Administration (Local Government), positions and facilitated the establishment of Toowoomba and a Graduate Diploma of Local Government Management, a Surat Basin Enterprise. Debra was a Board Member for three years Graduate Diploma in Urban and Regional Planning, and a and President for two years of Southern Queensland Country Bachelor of Applied Science (Environmental Health). Tourism (formerly Toowoomba, Golden West and South Burnett Regional Tourist Association). GENERAL MANAGER COUNCIL SUSTAINABILITY OLIVER PRING In 2010, the Year of Women in Local Government, Debra won the Queensland Telstra Business Women’s White Pages Community Oliver commenced with Scenic Rim Regional Council as the and Government Award and competed in the Australian Telstra inaugural General Manager Council Sustainability in December Business Women’s Award. In 2019 she judged the Queensland 2018. Prior to this appointment he was the Director Corporate Telstra Business Women’s Award and has been a Queensland Services/Deputy Chief Executive Officer at Carpentaria Shire Tourism Awards Judge from 2017 to 2019. Debra is also a member Council for six years. In a career in local government spanning of the Local Government Association of Queensland’s Regional more than 15 years, Oliver has served in senior managerial roles at Economic Development Group. She holds a Graduate Certificate Whitsunday Regional Council and Burke Shire Council. in Management and is a Justice of the Peace Qualified (QLD). Oliver holds a Bachelor of Management degree from James Cook University and has achieved post-graduate diplomas in Project and Financial Management and is also a Justice of the Peace (Qualified). Oliver’s role, as part of Scenic Rim Regional Council’s new executive management team, provides guidance in areas of financial sustainability, long-term financial forecasting, asset management, governance, rates and rates modelling, internal audit, procurement, information and technology services as well as Council’s disaster management functions. Oliver lives in Beaudesert with his wife and daughter who are enjoying the Scenic Rim lifestyle and all the region has to offer.

14 SCENIC RIM REGIONAL COUNCIL 2018-19 ANNUAL REPORT GENERAL MANAGER ASSET AND ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT TEAM SUSTAINABILITY CHRIS GRAY Reporting to the Executive Leadership Team, Council’s managers Boonah born and bred, Chris has spent most of his life in the play key roles in ensuring the delivery of agreed outcomes Scenic Rim region. His 25-year career in local government has in line with the Corporate Plan and Operational Plan, as well been mostly with Scenic Rim Regional Council and the former as identifying opportunities and implementing strategies for Boonah Shire Council, in various roles focused on the delivery and organisational improvement. maintenance of infrastructure assets. The team meets regularly for professional development and Chris served for eight years as Council’s Manager Works and discussion of emerging issues. Acting Director Infrastructure Services. The areas of responsibility shared by Council’s managers are: With a Bachelor of Civil Engineering, Chris is registered with the HEALTH, BUILDING AND ENVIRONMENT Board of Professional Engineers Queensland and is a member Randall Deans of the Institute of Public Works Engineers Australasia. He is passionate about the affordable and sustainable delivery of MAINTENANCE AND OPERATIONS consistent levels of service across the region through the use of Scott Osman appropriate infrastructure and asset management processes. CAPITAL WORKS AND ASSET MANAGEMENT Chris lives in Scenic Rim’s west in a rural setting with his wife and daughter. Ken Bott

GENERAL MANAGER PEOPLE AND STRATEGY COMMUNITY AND CULTURE JENNIFER SCHAFER Debra Moore Jennifer has worked as a leading human resources consultant to PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT the Queensland Government. She has wide-ranging experience Mark Lohmann with Energy Queensland, where she was the Principal Advisor Organisational Engagement and Effectiveness, and the INFORMATION SERVICES AND TECHNOLOGY Queensland Building Construction Commission as Human Vacant as at 30 June 2019 Resource Manager in its People and Culture Branch. Jennifer has also served at Townsville City Council, as Principal Service Excellence and Change Lead in its Transformational Cultural Change Program and has extensive people, change management and business improvement experience gained at the Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads.

SCENIC RIM REGIONAL COUNCIL 2018-19 ANNUAL REPORT 15 FINANCIAL CommunityREPORT The 2018-19 Community Financial Report provides an analysis of Council’s fiscal performance for the year as detailed in the audited financial statements published from page 80 onwards.

Council is required to prepare a Community Financial Report each Statement of Financial Position year in accordance with Section 179 of the Local Government This statement outlines what Council owns (assets) and Regulation 2012. what it owes (liabilities) at a point in time. Council’s net wealth The community financial report is required to: is determined by deducting total liabilities from total assets; the larger the net equity, the stronger the financial position. a) contain a summary and analysis of Council’s financial performance and position for the financial year; Statement of Cash Flows b) be consistent with the general purpose financial statement for This statement summarises the actual flows of cash for a period the financial year; and explains the change in the cash balance held from the start of the period through to the end of the reporting period. Cash flows c) include the relevant measures of financial sustainability for the are separated into operating, investing and financing activities. financial year; and Operating activities include the normal transactions of conducting d) be written in a way that can be easily understood by the Council’s day-to-day business while investing activities include the community. purchase and sale of assets and receipt of capital grants, subsidies This community financial report complies with the above and contributions. Financing activities include loan income and requirements and covers the financial performance and position repayment of debt. The ‘cash at the end of the reporting period’ of Scenic Rim Regional Council for the financial year ended equals the amount reported as ‘cash and cash equivalents’ in the 30 June 2019. Statement of Financial Position.

FINANCIAL STATEMENTS Statement of Changes in Equity Council is required to prepare a set of general purpose financial This statement summarises the change in Council’s real worth statements each year in accordance with the requirements of throughout the financial year. Council’s net worth can change the Local Government Act 2009, Local Government Regulation as a result of: 2012 and Australian Accounting Standards. The financial statements are required to be independently audited. The audited . A surplus or deficit as recorded in the Statement financial statements on pages 80 onwards set out the financial of Comprehensive Income; and performance, financial position, cash flows and net wealth of . An increase or decrease in the net value of non-current Council for the financial year ended 30 June 2019, incorporating assets resulting from a revaluation of those assets. four financial statements and accompanying notes.

Statement of Comprehensive Income This statement outlines: . All sources of Council’s income (revenue) . All recurrent expenditure, and . Capital expenses relating to the write off of non-current assets. Both recurrent revenue and capital revenue are reported in the Statement of Comprehensive Income but only recurrent expenditure is recognised. Capital expenditure is recognised in the Statement of Financial Position. ‘Recurrent’ is also referred to as ‘operating’ because the income and expenditure relate to operations and maintenance and not capital, although depreciation of assets is included.

16 SCENIC RIM REGIONAL COUNCIL 2018-19 ANNUAL REPORT EmbraceCOMMUNITY SCENIC RIM REGIONAL COUNCIL 2018-19 ANNUAL REPORT 17 OVERVIEW Interest received was $0.1 million higher than the previous year as Council’s key financial results for the financial year ended cash levels remained relatively consistent. 30 June 2019: Sale of contract and recoverable works income were $1.1 million lower than the previous year. This result is in line with the KEY RESULTS 2018-19 2018-19 budget that took into account lower levels of contracts Total Income $110.4M with Department of Transport and Main Roads as well other Total Expenses $74.9M recoverable works. Net Result $35.5M Operating grants and contributions were at similar levels compared to the previous. Operating Surplus/(Deficit) $1.8M Total Assets $957.3M The share of profit from associate is Council’s share of profits from Queensland Urban Utilities (QUU), in which it has an ownership Total Liabilities $48.4M interest of 1.042 per cent. Further information on QUU is contained Net Assets $908.9M at Note 12 of the audited financial statements. Other revenues are $0.2 million lower than the previous year due FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE to lower tax-equivalents returns from QUU along with reduction in the waste disposal income from Logan City Council. Total income Council’s income is derived from various sources and a Capital grants and contributions were $2.1 million lower than the breakdown of Council’s 2018-19 income is shown below. previous year. This is due mainly to the higher level of subsidies received during 2017-18 for restoration works related to flood Rates and utility charges are Council’s main source of recurrent damage offset by the advance receipt of grant funding for the income. However, other types of income such as fees and Beaudesert Business Park project - funded under the State charges, sale of contract and recoverable works, grants and Government’s Building our Regions program. contributions are also important sources of funding. Total expenses Council provides a wide range of services to the community and, in doing so, incurs a variety of expenses. A breakdown of Council’s 2018-19 expenses is shown below.

TOTAL INCOME 2016-17 2017-18 2018-19 Rates and utility charges $47.6M $50.5M $52.7M Fees and charges $4.7M $5.3M $4.8M TOTAL EXPENSES 2016-17 2017-18 2018-19 Interest and investment revenue $2.1M $2.3M $2.4M Employee benefits $27.7M $28.8M $29.9M Sale of contract andrecoverable works $6.3M $5.6M $4.5M Materials and services $30.5M $23.4M $25.3M Grants and contributions - operating $15.7M $4.4M $4.4M Finance costs $1.1M $1.1M $1.2M Share of profit from associate $3.0M $2.6M $2.4M Depreciation and amortisation $13.8M $16.1M $16.0M Other revenues $3.1M $3.2M $3.0M Capital expenses $4.3M $8.2M $2.6M Grants and contributions - capital $11.8M $38.2M $36.1M TOTAL EXPENSES $77.4M $77.6M $75.0M Capital income $0.1M $0.2M $0.1M Employee benefits have increased by $1.1 million from the previous TOTAL INCOME $94.4M $112.3M $110.4M year due to an administrative pay increase applied 1 July 2018 along with costs in delivering Council’s Refresh and Refocus program. Total income received during 2018-19 was $110.4 million, which is a decrease of $1.9 million from the previous year. Materials and services have increased by $1.9 million from the previous year. This relates largely to Council’s decision to Rates and utility charges were $2.2 million higher than the previous reverse the accounting treatment of gravel re-sheeting from year. However this result is slightly behind the 2018-19 budgeted being a capital expenditure to a maintenance and operations revenue for rates and utility charges of $53.1 million due to item. Additionally there were increases of $2.2 million in other reductions in property valuations. operational areas including facilities, parks and gardens, fleet, Fees and charges were $0.5 million lower than the previous waste collection, IT systems due to new operating initiatives and/ year due predominantly to an decrease in fees associated with or increase in operational costs. These increase were offset by building, plumbing and new development fees. reductions in Council’s legal expenses and decrease in budgeted expenditure for recoverable works.

18 SCENIC RIM REGIONAL COUNCIL 2018-19 ANNUAL REPORT Finance costs are the interest on loans taken out by Council and The investment in associate represents Council’s participation these have increased by $0.1 million from the previous year due to rights in QUU. Upon formation of QUU, Council’s participation $3.0M of new borrowings received in 2017-18. rights represented 60 per cent of Council’s regulatory asset base. The increase of $0.8 million from the previous year is due to the Depreciation and amortisation expenses are non cash and recognition of Council’s share of QUU returns. represent the reduction of the value of non current assets as a result of wear and tear, age, or obsolescence. Non current assets The written-down value of infrastructure, property, plant and are shown in the Statement of Financial Position. These have equipment increased by $122.3 million from the previous year. increased by $122.3 million from the previous year predominantly Infrastructure, property, plant and equipment accounts for 90 per due to changes in valuation assumptions. cent of Council’s total assets. 2018-19 capital expenditure Capital expenses represent the write off of the written-down value of non current assets because they have been disposed of. This Capital works (excluding those funded by the NDRRA program) of can occur through sale or obsolescence. The decrease from the $43.6 million were undertaken during 2018-19. previous year of $5.6 million relates to road and bridge write offs resulting from the impact of ex-Tropical Cyclone Debbie. Capital CAPITAL EXPENDITURE 2018-19 expenses are non cash. Roads $20.1M Bridges $14.6M OPERATING RESULT Drainage $0.2M OPERATING RESULT 2016-17 2017-18 2018-19 Footpaths $1.0M Operating surplus/(deficit) $9.5M $4.5M $1.8M Facilities, parks and gardens $3.2M The operating surplus/(deficit) is the net result excluding capital Vehicles, plant and equipment $2.8M items related to income and expenses. A surplus indicates that revenue raised covers operational expenses and there is an Waste management $1.0M amount available equivalent to the surplus for capital funding Other projects $0.7M purposes or other purposes. A deficit indicates that revenue raised Total $43.6M does not cover operational expenses. Council’s operating surplus in 2018-19 was $1.8 million.

FINANCIAL POSITION Total assets Assets consist of current assets, which can be converted to cash in less than one year and non current assets, which would most likely take longer than a year to convert to cash. A breakdown of Council’s assets is shown below:

TOTAL ASSETS 2016-17 2017-18 2018-19 Cash and investments $29.3M $45.9M $38.1M Trade and other receivables $11.7M $11.6M $6.0M Other assets $2.2M $2.0M $2.0M Loans $14.7M $14.7M $14.7M Investment in associate $34.3M $35.2M $36.0M Infrastructure, property, plant Total liabilities and equipment $691.7M $738.3M $860.6M Total assets $783.8M $847.7M $957.3M Liabilities consist of current liabilities, which are expected to be paid or settled in less than one year and non current liabilities, Cash and investments has decreased from the previous year by expected to be paid or settled in more than one year. A breakdown $7.8 million. of Council’s liabilities is shown below: Trade and other receivables decreased by $5.6 million from the TOTAL LIABILITIES 2016-17 2017-18 2018-19 previous year, which relates to a lower level of outstanding rates Trade and other payables $4.7M $11.2M $8.2M and charges as well as lower receivables for other grant-funded projects, lower levels of infrastructure charges and lower levels of Employee benefits $9.8M $10.8M $11.2M QUU dividends. Borrowings $21.3M $23.2M $26.7M Other assets consist of inventories, other assets, non current Provisions $1.0M $1.1M $1.0M assets held for sale and intangible assets. This saw a similar result Total liabilities $36.8M $46.3M $48.4M from the previous year due to the increase in levels of quarry materials being netted off by a decrease level in workshop and Trade and other payables decreased by $3.0 million from the supply inventory. previous year. The loan balance of $14.7 million represents Council’s loan to QUU. Employee benefits increased by $0.4 million from the previous This is an interest only loan and payments received are recognised year due to the reduction in discount rates used for calculation as interest revenue. The value of the loan represents 40 per cent (Commonwealth bond rates). Employee benefits represent the of Council’s regulatory asset base that was transferred to QUU amount required under the accounting standards to be set aside to upon formation. fund employee entitlements for annual leave and long service leave.

SCENIC RIM REGIONAL COUNCIL 2018-19 ANNUAL REPORT 19 Borrowings increased by $3.5 million from the previous year due FINANCIAL SUSTAINABILITY INDICATORS to the drawdown of additional $4.7 million in loans at June 2019 this Section 104(2) of the Local Government Act 2009 provides the was offset by $1.2 million in repayments of loan principle. following definition of financial sustainability: Provisions consist of rehabilitation provisions for quarries and A local government is financially sustainable if the local waste disposal sites. government is able to maintain its financial capital and Other liabilities for 2018-19 consists of the prepayment by the State infrastructure capital over the long term. government to mitigate the impacts on households for 2019-20 of Financial sustainability is a strategy and ratios are used as point- the domestic State Waste Levy, which takes effect from 1 July 2019. in-time measurements to assess the outcomes of the strategy. Net community assets and equity The Department of Infrastructure, Local Government and Planning has developed financial sustainability indicators to assist in the Net community assets and equity are represented by what we assessment of the long-term financial sustainability of councils. own (total assets) less what is owed (total liabilities). Section 169(5) of the Local Government Regulation 2012 outlines NET COMMUNITY ASSETS 2016-17 2017-18 2018-19 the three relevant measures of financial sustainability that all Queensland local governments must report on: Net assets $747.0M $801.4M $908.9M a) Asset Sustainability Ratio COMMUNITY EQUITY 2016-17 2017-18 2018-19 b) Net Financial Liabilities Ratio c) Operating Surplus Ratio Accumulated surplus $561.7M $596.4M $631.9M The measurement of the above ratios is in accordance with the Asset revaluation surplus $185.3M $205.0M $277.0M Financial Management (Sustainability) Guideline 2013. Total equity $747.0M $801.4M $908.9M Community equity increased by $107.5 million (rounded) from the Why is financial sustainability important? previous year, which is the value of total comprehensive income Local governments are responsible for directly providing residents from the Statement of Comprehensive Income of $35.5 million, and with a wide range of public services and community infrastructure the movement of the Asset Revaluation Surplus of $72.0 million. and facilities. This requires local governments to hold and maintain a significant base of infrastructure assets, which necessitates not CASH FLOWS only substantial initial investments but also continued expenditure The Statement of Cash Flows shows where Council received its to maintain and renew assets over the course of their respective cash and where this was subsequently spent. useful lives. The outcomes of Council’s financial sustainability strategy are as CASH FLOWS 2016-17 2017-18 2018-19 follows: NET CASH INFLOW/(OUTFLOW) FROM: • To allow for the adequate provision for programs (including Operating activities $17.0M $21.8M $19.1M capital expenditure) and services into the future without having Investing activities ($18.6M) ($7.2M) ($30.3M) to introduce substantial or disruptive revenue (and expenditure) Financing activities $1.1M $2.0M $3.5M adjustments; and Net increase/(decrease) • To allow for the equitable distribution of the costs of establishing in cash held ($0.6M) $16.6M ($7.8M) and maintaining community assets and services between current and future ratepayers. Net cash from operating activities decreased by $2.7 million from the previous year. Net cash used in investing activities increased The Queensland Audit Office’s report to State Parliament on the by $23.1 million from the previous year.Net cash from financing outcomes of local government audits for 2015-16 rated Scenic Rim activities increased by $1.5 million from the previous year. Regional Council as having a low risk of financial sustainability concerns. The Queensland Treasury Corporation performed a Year-end cash balance credit risk during 2018-19 and rated SRRC as being Sound with a Neutral outlook. Council is committed to remaining financially sustainable through appropriate levels of service provision.

ASSET SUSTAINABILITY RATIO Definition: An approximation of the extent to which the infrastructure assets managed by Council are being replaced as they reach the end of their useful lives. How is it calculated? Capital expenditure on replacement of assets (renewals) divided by depreciation expenditure. Why is it important? Assists in identifying Council’s asset base consumption and renewal levels and capacity to fund the level of investment needed over the long-term. Council’s year end cash balance was $38.1 million as at 30 June 2019. Target: Greater than 90% per annum (on average over the long-term).

20 SCENIC RIM REGIONAL COUNCIL 2018-19 ANNUAL REPORT OPERATING SURPLUS RATIO Definition: An indicator of the extent to which revenue raised covers operational expenses only or are available for capital funding purposes or other purposes. How is it calculated? Net result (excluding capital items) divided by total operating revenue (excluding capital items). Why is it important? Assists in identifying Council’s financial capacity and the ability to fund ongoing operations over the long-term. Target: Between 0% and 10% per annum (on average over the long-term).

Council’s asset sustainability ratio for 2018-19 was 301%. This means that Council is likely to be sufficiently maintaining, replacing or renewing existing infrastructure assets as they reach the end of their useful life. The result continues to be high due to the impacts of flood restoration works undertaken as part of the Natural Disaster Relief and Recovery Arrangements (NDRRA).

NET FINANCIAL LIABILITIES RATIO Definition: Council’s operating surplus ratio for 2018-19 was 2%. Council was An indicator of the extent to which the net financial liabilities forecasting an operating surplus ratio of 1.8% for 2018-19 and the of Council can be serviced by its operating revenues. slight improvement in the result relates to total recurrent revenue How is it calculated? being higher than the forecast and total recurrent expenditure Total liabilities less current assets divided by total operating being lower than the forecast at the end of the financial year. This revenue (excluding capital items). means that Council is expecting to generate healthy levels of revenues that can be used to fund proposed capital expenditure Why is it important? and debt repayments, and is less likely to compromise the levels of Assists in identifying Council’s financial capacity and the ability to service expected by ratepayers. fund ongoing operations over the long-term. Target: Less than 60% per annum (on average over the long-term).

Council’s net financial liabilities ratio for 2018-19 was 4%. This means that Council has the capacity to comfortably fund its liabilities. A negative indicator means that current assets exceed total liabilities and that Council has the capacity to increase loan borrowings if required.

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Council’sPerformance annual Operational Plan outlines the organisation’s objectives for the year in delivering the strategic outcomes of the Corporate Plan Scenic Rim 2023, which reflects the shared vision of the Community Plan 2011-2026.

Implementation of the Operational Plan 2018-19 was based on the seven strategic themes of the Corporate Plan. Highlights of our achievements are outlined below, with more detailed information on our performance in relation to each theme described in the following chapters of this report. A series of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) was developed to measure achievement in meeting performance objectives and these appear on pages 25 to 29.

SPECTACULAR SCENERY SUSTAINABLE AND AND HEALTHY ENVIRONMENT PROSPEROUS ECONOMY

• Supported the efforts of landowners and environmental • Secured $5 million in Australian Government funding groups in maintaining habitats for native plants via the Building Our Regions Fund for the expansion and animals by providing more than $100,000 in of the Beaudesert Business Park industrial estate. environmental grants. • Staged the 2019 Scenic Rim Business Excellence Awards • Worked in partnership with organisations including which attracted 71 nominations across six categories. SeqWater and Healthy Land and Water to improve • Worked in partnership with local Chambers of the quality of the region’s waterways. Commerce to build business capability through Small • Assisted landowners in maintaining the region’s world- Business Week activities. class biodiversity through the Land For Wildlife program. • Resolved in February 2019 to allow discretionary • Worked to eradicate invasive weeds to encourage the extensions to the rates discount period by up to three return of native plants and animals in reserves and months to alleviate the financial pressure on Scenic Rim riparian areas. landholders impacted by ongoing drought. • Provided a range of community education programs • Worked closely with tourism organisations and operators to raise awareness of environmental issues. on a range of initiatives delivering profile opportunities for the region.

OPEN AND RESPONSIVE GOVERNMENT • Received the Excellence in Risk Management award for our commitment to delivering an effective risk management framework. • Reviewed procurement practices to increase local purchasing to support Scenic Rim businesses, wherever possible. • Continued to implement the recommendations of a cyber-security audit conducted in 2017-18. • Worked with Mates in Construction to deliver a series of comprehensive information sessions on mental health awareness and suicide prevention in the construction sector. • Rewarded staff across the organisation who contributed to an enviable safety record.

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• Endorsed the Draft Scenic Rim Planning Scheme and • Opened new playgrounds that reflect the character of ensured the community had ample opportunity to their communities at Tamborine Mountain, Aratula and provide feedback through an 11-week period of public Boonah . consultation which attracted 559 submissions. • Endorsed Davidson Park in Beaudesert as the preferred • Prepared for the introduction of new laws that will location for a new community hub and library as part of deliver fast tracked plumbing approvals to save a program to revitalise the town centre . businesses and individuals time and money and • Adopted a long-term master plan for an active enhance community safety. recreational precinct in Beaudesert . • Continued to champion the interests of the Scenic Rim, • Installed a new war memorial to animals and their providing feedback to the Queensland Government on handlers to mark the centenary commemoration of the proposed planning legislation and policy changes. end of World War One in November 2018 . • Continued to enforce local laws that ensure community • Added three new significant sites to the Local Heritage safety, the amenity of residential areas and the Register following community consultation . preservation of the Scenic Rim’s natural values.

HEALTHY, ENGAGED AND ACCESSIBLE AND RESOURCEFUL COMMUNITIES SERVICED REGION

• Provided a total of 2083 immunisations to Scenic • Constructed five new concrete bridges and 2 .5 kilometres Rim secondary school students and endorsed the of road as part of the single biggest infrastructure project continuation of the 2019 School Immunisation Program ever undertaken by Scenic Rim Regional Council . to December 2021 . • Completed all flood recovery ground works associated • Extended the 12-week Be Healthy and Active Program with Ex-Tropical Cyclone Debbie by 30 June 2019 . to 20 weeks from January to June 2019 and introduced a • Deployed smart technology and closed circuit television range of activities for all ages and abilities . cameras to provide a clearer picture of the condition of • Gained an understanding of the needs of the region’s some 30 kilometres of underground stormwater drainage young people through the 2018 Youth Leadership pipes . Program and Youth Cultural Mapping Survey . • Enhanced pedestrian access and mobility through • Joined forces with the Animal Welfare League footpath improvements that represent another step Queensland’s National Desexing Network and local towards healthier and more connected communities . vets to offer a subsidised desexing program to prevent • Worked with businesses across the Scenic Rim to more unwanted cats in the region . raise awareness of the commercial impacts of the • Worked closely with the community to plan for Arts Queensland Government’s Waste Levy prior to its Ablaze, the biggest arts conference and celebration ever introduction on 1 July 2019 . staged in regional Queensland, to be held in the Scenic Rim in October 2019 .

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• Endorsed the Draft Scenic Rim Planning Scheme and • Opened new playgrounds that reflect the character of ensured the community had ample opportunity to their communities at Tamborine Mountain, Aratula and provide feedback through an 11-week period of public Boonah. consultation which attracted 559 submissions. • Endorsed Davidson Park in Beaudesert as the preferred • Prepared for the introduction of new laws that will location for a new community hub and library as part of deliver fast tracked plumbing approvals to save a program to revitalise the town centre. businesses and individuals time and money and • Adopted a long-term master plan for an active enhance community safety. recreational precinct in Beaudesert. • Continued to champion the interests of the Scenic Rim, • Installed a new war memorial to animals and their providing feedback to the Queensland Government on handlers to mark the centenary commemoration of the proposed planning legislation and policy changes. end of World War One in November 2018. • Continued to enforce local laws that ensure community • Added three new significant sites to the Local Heritage safety, the amenity of residential areas and the Register following community consultation. preservation of the Scenic Rim’s natural values.

HEALTHY, ENGAGED AND ACCESSIBLE AND RESOURCEFUL COMMUNITIES SERVICED REGION

• Provided a total of 2083 immunisations to Scenic • Constructed five new concrete bridges and 2.5 kilometres Rim secondary school students and endorsed the of road as part of the single biggest infrastructure project 1. SPECTACULAR SCENERY AND HEALTHY ENVIRONMENT continuation of the 2019 School Immunisation Program ever undertaken by Scenic Rim Regional Council. to December 2021. KPI COMMENTS TARGET ACTUAL • Completed all flood recovery ground works associated • Extended the 12-week Be Healthy and Active Program with Ex-Tropical Cyclone Debbie by 30 June 2019. Animal Management 1. Reported animal attacks responded to within 24 hours 100% 100% to 20 weeks from January to June 2019 and introduced a 2. Livestock wandering within a road reserve area responded to within 24 hours 100% 100% • Deployed smart technology and closed circuit television range of activities for all ages and abilities. cameras to provide a clearer picture of the condition of 3. Collection of stray domestic animal requests are completed within one business day 100% 100% • Gained an understanding of the needs of the region’s some 30 kilometres of underground stormwater drainage 4. Environmental noise nuisance from animal requests are resolved within 30 days 100% 90% young people through the 2018 Youth Leadership pipes. 5. Impounded animals suitable for adoption to be transferred to a rehoming organisation 100% 100% Program and Youth Cultural Mapping Survey. • Enhanced pedestrian access and mobility through 6. Declared pest animal information on control methods provided to landholders within 30 days 100% 91.25% • Joined forces with the Animal Welfare League footpath improvements that represent another step Queensland’s National Desexing Network and local towards healthier and more connected communities. 7. Number of dog registrations paid for the financial year 100% 91.25% vets to offer a subsidised desexing program to prevent Biodiversity Preservation 1. 110,000 trees planted 100% 52.5% • Worked with businesses across the Scenic Rim to more unwanted cats in the region. raise awareness of the commercial impacts of the 2. 1.5 hectares of riparian restoration undertaken per year 100% 87.5% • Worked closely with the community to plan for Arts Queensland Government’s Waste Levy prior to its Pest Management 1. Programed property inspections undertaken in accordance with Pest Management Plan 95% 65.00% Ablaze, the biggest arts conference and celebration ever introduction on 1 July 2019. 2. Nominated roadside (local road) weed control activities undertaken in accordance with staged in regional Queensland, to be held in the Scenic 100% 67.5% Rim in October 2019. operational guidelines Reserve Management 1. Undertake bushfire mitigation works in accordance with Management Plan 95% 62.5% 1. Nominated weed control activities on State roads undertaken in in accordance with State Road Weed Control 100% 92.5% treatment schedule 2. By 2021 Council will treat 75% of its local road network each year for pest plants that 20% 16.25% pose a bio security risk (progressively build to 75% over five years)

2. SUSTAINABLE AND PROSPEROUS ECONOMY

KPI COMMENTS TARGET ACTUAL Economic Development 1. Growth in value of gross regional product $1.75M $56M 2. Digital media statistics. Visit Scenic Rim Facebook followers grew to 11,222. Instagram followers grew to 15,300 100% 90% 3. Dollar value of spend at Eat Local Week increase up from $1.706 million to $2.034 million $2,200,000 $2,034,000 4. Number of visitors to the region. 35,000 37,280 Total audience at all Eat Local Week events, 30 June to 8 July 2018 5. Dollar value of media coverage earned. $500,000 $918,000 Up from $354,000 to $918,000 (158% increase) Financial Performance 1. Levy rates six monthly by 31 July and 31 January each year 100% 100% Revenue Management 1. Annual rates and charges outstanding less than 5% at 30 June 100% 93.75%

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KPI COMMENTS TARGET ACTUAL KPI COMMENTS TARGET ACTUAL Complaints Management 1. Customer acknowledgement of complaints within 14 business days 100% 100% 1. Compliance assessments for Higher Risk Developments undertaken within three months of Development Compliance 95% 75% 1. Council’s community survey to provide a statistical representation of Scenic Rim Region Customer commencement of use Customer Management 95% 0% survey was postponed and will be implemented as part of the Customer Experience Project 2. Initial inspections for vegetation clearing completed within two business days 90% 70.50% Financial Management 1. Council total recurrent expenditure to remain within 10% of adopted budget. 100% 100% 3. Initial inspections for swimming pool incident requests completed within two business days 90% 53.18% 2. Annual financial statements audited and signed by Queensland Audit Office by 31 October 100% 100% 4. Initial inspections for dangerous building customer requests completed within 90% 69.43% two business days 3. Investment returns to be greater than average Queensland Treasury Corporation overnight cash rate 100% 100% 5. Customer requests completed within 20 business days 80% 66.52% 4. Investments to remain within credit rating and counterparty limits set in the Investment Policy 100% 100% 1. Submissions to proposed changes to state and regional planning policy and legislation 5. Financial ratios remain within targets recommended by Queensland Audit Office in accordance Land Use Planning 100% 100% 100% 100% provided within public consultation timeframes with adopted budget Planning Certificates 1. Planning certificates issued within statutory timeframes 100% 54.75% Human Resources Services 1. The administration of personal records are legally compliant at all times 100% 100% 2. Flood Certificates issued within five business days of request 100% 92.75% 2. Recruitment and Selection practices are legally compliant at all times 100% 100% 1. Assessment of legislative and Local Law licences / approvals within legislative guidelines Information Access and Privacy 1. Right to Information and Information Privacy applications processed within statutory timeframes 100% 75% Regulatory Approvals 100% 100% and policies Information Management 1. Records Management Helpdesk requests resolved within one working day 80% 95% 1. The Scenic Rim increased coverage for mobile and data services for area 2. IT Helpdesk requests of Priority 4 and above resolved within 30 days 90% 97.25% Technology While Council has no control over mobile and data coverage, Council actively advocates 100% 0% 3. Incoming correspondence registered into ECM and tasked within one business day of 80% 90% to improve coverage being received

Organisational Development 1. Corporate Culture and Climate Surveys conducted biannually by 30 June. 100% 75% 5. VIBRANT TOWNS AND VILLAGES 2. Action Plans developed by 30 November biannually to address matters identified in the Corporate 100% 75% Culture and Climate Surveys KPI COMMENTS TARGET ACTUAL 1. Camp facilities available for use during scheduled state school and public holidays Policy Development and Review 1. Council policies reviewed within nominated review schedule 100% 25% Camping Grounds 90% 100% 1. No more than four requests for mowing or maintenance responded to outside of the five business Staff Performance and Development 1. Personal Performance and Development Plan activities undertaken 90% 90.5% Cemeteries 4.0% 0% day customer service standard 2. Industrial Relations legislation complied with at all times 100% 100% Cemeteries 2. Process all applications for burials within two business days 90% 100% Workplace Health and Safety 1. Workplace Health and Safety legislation complied with at all times 100% 100% Community Facility Maintenance 1. Libraries available for use during nominated opening hours 90% 100% 2. Workers’ Compensation legislation complied with at all times 100% 100% 2. Swimming pool water tested monthly during pool season 90% 100%

4. RELAXED LIVING AND RURAL LIFESTYLE 3. Pools available for use during nominated opening hours 90% 74.75% 1. Community satisfaction with parks, open spaces and community infrastructure by 2023. KPI COMMENTS TARGET ACTUAL Community Infrastructure The level of community satisfaction with parks, open space and community infrastructure is 100% 0% 1. Building applications approved within statutory timeframes (20 business days with an Building and Plumbing 100% 100% not able to be reported on, due to lack of mechanism to record this information.. additional 10 business days where further information required) Manage Council Buildings and Depots 1. RCD testing completed six monthly 100% 100% 2. Plumbing applications approved within statutory timeframes (20 business days with an 100% 99.75% additional 10 business days where further information required) 2. Test and tagging completed quarterly 90% 100% 3. Requests for action are responded to in line with service standards 100% 85.75% 3. Fire extinguisher testing completed every six months 90% 75% 1. No more than four requests for nursery or gardens services responded to outside of five business Development Application Responses 1. Assessment of applications within applicable service standards 100% 98% Nurseries and Gardens 4.0% 1.0% day customer service standard Development Assessment 1. New development applications allocated to an officer within two business days 100% 67.50% 2. Nursery Tree Distribution Days delivered and quantities of trees supplied recorded 90% 100% 2. Applicants contacted within two business days of new applications being allocated 100% 93.75% Park Buildings and Furniture 1. Request for Action responded to within five business days 90% 92.75% to a Development Assessment Officer 2. Playground equipment inspected annually 3. Number of new applications received which are not made (i.e. because the application is 100% 75% 100% 100% incomplete) less than 10% 1. No more than four requests for mowing or maintenance responded to outside of five business day Parks 4.0% 1.0% customer service standard 4. Action Notices issued within statutory timeframes (10 business days) 100% 56% 2. No more than four applications for tree work responded to outside of 10 business day customer 5. Confirmation Notices issued within statutory timeframes (10 business days) 100% 16% 4.0% 1.0% service standard 6. Number of new applications where applicant opts out of an Information Request and 100% 0% Public Amenity Facilities 1. Requests for Action for public amenity facility maintenance responded to within 48 hours 90% 100% Council cannot request additional information Sporting Facility Availability 1. All Council sporting facilities available for scheduled fixtures 90% 100% 7. Number of Information Requests issued within statutory timeframe (10 business days) 100% 43.75% 8. Number of changes to the application requests submitted by the applicant 100% 0% 9. Number of application fee amendments as a percentage of total applications 20% 0% 10. Plan Endorsement Applications processed within 10 business days of all information 100% 64.25% being received 11. Pre -odgement Meeting Minutes processed and issued within 15 business days of meeting date 100% 100%

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26 SCENIC RIM REGIONAL COUNCIL 2018-19 ANNUAL REPORT SCENIC RIM REGIONAL COUNCIL 2018-192018-19 ANNUALANNUAL REPORTREPORT 27 6. ACCESSIBLE AND SERVICED REGION 7. HEALTHY, ENGAGED AND RESOURCEFUL COMMUNITIES KPI COMMENTS TARGET ACTUAL KPI COMMENTS TARGET ACTUAL 1. Annual operating surplus 1. Scheduled food inspections completed for the quarter 100% 75.25% Alliance and Contract Works 20% 19.75% Annual operating surplus >20% The 2019 Be Healthy & Active continues to exceed expectations with increased participation Asset Management 1. Portable and attractive assets stocktake completed by 30 June each year 100% 100% numbers across many of the programs. The new six month format runs until the end of June and a full update will be provided in July. Council plays a key role incoordinating this program to 2. State of assets indicators 100% 75% build stronger, healthier, happier and safer communities. Bridge Program 1. Load limits for timber bridgesabove acceptable load limit total >75% 75% 91.43% This year saw an increased number and variety of activities on offer, with a total of 61 activities Bridge Program 2. The bridge load limit ratio is not to be less than 0.90 0.90 0.95 in the full 20 week program. Over 30 local providers partnered with Council to deliver activities Fabrication 1. Fabricated items supplied to end user on time 90% 90% across the region. 1. Fleet availability interruptions to fleet availability. The program included a range of new activities such as bush kindy, line dancing, garden Fleet 90% 82.50% workshops and tree planting events with the continuation of the most popular activities Works were programmed (where possible) to limit Health Services including aqua fitness, yoga, circuit and cooking classes. The first 10 weeks of the program saw 2. Fleet Capital Purchases completed 90% 87.50% an increase in the number of participants by 37% compared to the same period last year. There Footpaths 1. Footpath network inspected, with defects logged, prioritised and programmed 95% 97.50% were over 6000 cumulative attendances across the program which represents a 20% increase on the previous year. Operational Works 1. Operational Works development applications assessed within statutory timeframes 100% 50% Promotion of the Program was increased across a variety of mediums including the local papers, Property Management 1. Leases /agreements maintained within currency period 90% 95% media releases, news articles, monthly newsletter and program details in Council’s quarterly Join 1. Number of road surface and reliability complaints per one million trip kilometres Road and Street Program 59 booklet. This year a Be Healthy and Active database was created enabling direct communication Target: 5 valid complaints or less to over 450 subscribers, most whom are BHA participants. This database was used to promote Waste Services 1. Dead animals collected within 24 hours 90% 99% key BHA information, recipes and healthy living tips through a monthly e-newsletter. The same database was used to provide valuable feedback from participants of the program through an 2. Damaged bins repaired / replaced within nine business days 90% 99.75% online survey. 3. Stolen bins replaced within 4 business days 90% 98% 2. Completed food inspections recorded and next inspection scheduled. 100% 100% 4. Missed collection of bins serviced within 2 business days 90% 98% Healthy and Active Program 1. Deliver nominated activities in accordance with program schedule 90% 100% 5. Unscheduled collection of bins serviced within two business days 90% 100% 2. Healthy and Active participation rate increases region-wide 5% 20% 6. New bins supplied within 8 business days 90% 98.75% Libraries 1. Total visits to libraries increases 5% -3% 1. Vaccination rate of students with parental/guardian consent is greater than 85% Queensland data. 85% 87.66%

Public Health Successfully obtained key performance indicators based on average historical 2009-2012 South East 2. Vaccination rate of total cohort isgreater than 76%Key performance indicators determined by 76% 65.32% Queensland Health. 3. Requests for Action for all customer requests responded to within applicable service 100% 87.25% standards

NOTE: Reporting for Quarter 4, 2018-19 year, ending 30 June. EmbraceGROWTH

28 SCENIC RIM REGIONAL COUNCIL 2018-192018-19 ANNUALANNUAL REPORTREPORT SCENIC RIM REGIONAL COUNCIL 2018-19 ANNUAL REPORT 29 6. ACCESSIBLE AND SERVICED REGION 7. HEALTHY, ENGAGED AND RESOURCEFUL COMMUNITIES KPI COMMENTS TARGET ACTUAL KPI COMMENTS TARGET ACTUAL 1. Annual operating surplus 1. Scheduled food inspections completed for the quarter 100% 75.25% Alliance and Contract Works 20% 19.75% Annual operating surplus >20% The 2019 Be Healthy & Active continues to exceed expectations with increased participation Asset Management 1. Portable and attractive assets stocktake completed by 30 June each year 100% 100% numbers across many of the programs. The new six month format runs until the end of June and a full update will be provided in July. Council plays a key role incoordinating this program to 2. State of assets indicators 100% 75% build stronger, healthier, happier and safer communities. Bridge Program 1. Load limits for timber bridgesabove acceptable load limit total >75% 75% 91.43% This year saw an increased number and variety of activities on offer, with a total of 61 activities Bridge Program 2. The bridge load limit ratio is not to be less than 0.90 0.90 0.95 in the full 20 week program. Over 30 local providers partnered with Council to deliver activities Fabrication 1. Fabricated items supplied to end user on time 90% 90% across the region. 1. Fleet availability interruptions to fleet availability. The program included a range of new activities such as bush kindy, line dancing, garden Fleet 90% 82.50% workshops and tree planting events with the continuation of the most popular activities Works were programmed (where possible) to limit Health Services including aqua fitness, yoga, circuit and cooking classes. The first 10 weeks of the program saw 2. Fleet Capital Purchases completed 90% 87.50% an increase in the number of participants by 37% compared to the same period last year. There Footpaths 1. Footpath network inspected, with defects logged, prioritised and programmed 95% 97.50% were over 6000 cumulative attendances across the program which represents a 20% increase on the previous year. Operational Works 1. Operational Works development applications assessed within statutory timeframes 100% 50% Promotion of the Program was increased across a variety of mediums including the local papers, Property Management 1. Leases /agreements maintained within currency period 90% 95% media releases, news articles, monthly newsletter and program details in Council’s quarterly Join 1. Number of road surface and reliability complaints per one million trip kilometres Road and Street Program 59 booklet. This year a Be Healthy and Active database was created enabling direct communication Target: 5 valid complaints or less to over 450 subscribers, most whom are BHA participants. This database was used to promote Waste Services 1. Dead animals collected within 24 hours 90% 99% key BHA information, recipes and healthy living tips through a monthly e-newsletter. The same database was used to provide valuable feedback from participants of the program through an 2. Damaged bins repaired / replaced within nine business days 90% 99.75% online survey. 3. Stolen bins replaced within 4 business days 90% 98% 2. Completed food inspections recorded and next inspection scheduled. 100% 100% 4. Missed collection of bins serviced within 2 business days 90% 98% Healthy and Active Program 1. Deliver nominated activities in accordance with program schedule 90% 100% 5. Unscheduled collection of bins serviced within two business days 90% 100% 2. Healthy and Active participation rate increases region-wide 5% 20% 6. New bins supplied within 8 business days 90% 98.75% Libraries 1. Total visits to libraries increases 5% -3% 1. Vaccination rate of students with parental/guardian consent is greater than 85% Queensland data. 85% 87.66%

NOTE: Reporting for Quarter 4, 2018-19 year, ending 30 June. EmbraceGROWTH

28 SCENIC RIM REGIONAL COUNCIL 2018-19 ANNUAL REPORT SCENIC RIM REGIONAL COUNCIL 2018-192018-19 ANNUALANNUAL REPORTREPORT 29 HEALTHY LAND AND WATER CEO JULIE MCLELLAN, MAYOR GREG CHRISTENSEN AND CR VIRGINIA WEST, PLANTING THE 15,000th TREE AT RIVERBEND DRIVE, CANUNGRA. EmbraceNATURE

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GROWING THE ONE MILLION TREES PROGRAM WAGING WAR ON INVASIVE WEEDS Council’s One Million Trees program, which aims to plant a Scenic Rim Mayor Greg Christensen planted the 15,000th tree in million native trees throughout the region in partnership with November 2018 as part of a project that has helped to improve the community by 2025, has continued to grow with more than water quality of local catchments, reduce erosion and encourage 80 applicants requesting almost 50,000 plants in 2018-19. the return of native plants and animals by removing invasive weeds. The One Million Trees program comprises four initiatives - Rural Since 2015, when Council began working with the Federal Trees, River Trees, Community Trees and Habitat Trees and Government’s Green Army to remove tonnes of invasive weeds has seen the planting of more than 300,000 trees by schools, from a 6.5-hectare site at Riverbend Drive, Canungra and community groups, local organisations and rural landowners revegetate the area with native plants, it has continued to gain since its commencement in 2015. ground in the war on invasive weeds. During 2018-19, Council provided 12,216 plants for the Community Privet, Celtis, Madeira Vine and the Castor Oil Plant have all Trees initiative, 1060 plants for Habitat Trees , 13,181 plants for been targeted in the partnership program which now includes River Trees and 10,073 plants for the Rural Trees initiative. participants in the State Government’s Skilling Queenslanders for Work program Key projects during the year included work by Tamborine Mountain Landcare and Lamington Landcare in planting several As these invasive weeds reduce bank stability, water quality and thousand plants in reserves and on private properties. the biodiversity of waterways their removal is key to maintaining the spectacular scenery and natural environment for which the Other projects included 14 planting events in Council reserves Scenic Rim is renowned. across the region, supported by participants in the Skilling Queenslanders for Work program who planted almost 10,000 trees. The site at Canungra is one of many across the region that have seen substantial works including weed treatment and removal and replanting with native species which, once established, will provide riparian habitat for native birds and animals.

SCENIC RIM REGIONAL COUNCIL 2018-19 ANNUAL REPORT 31 In reserves and parks in other riparian areas across the region, Council has supported Healthy Land and Water’s Cat’s Claw Project by working to eradicate the invasive vine which contributes to local flooding and the erosion of stream banks. Council undertook an extensive program of inspection and treatment of weeds alongside Scenic Rim roads in 2018-19. It treated more than 2000 kilometres of Council’s local road network, targeting key weed infestations including Tamborine Village, Tamborine Mountain, Beechmont, and Boonah and carried out a spraying program that covered a total of 1054 kilometres of roadside on state-controlled roads. Additional treatment projects, to combat invasive vine weeds, were completed in areas including Moogerah, Boonah and Tamborine Mountain. More than one hectare of Cat’s Claw Creeper was removed from the road reserve around the Moogerah Dam. Under Council’s Pest Plant Program, more than 40 reserves at Tamborine Mountain, Tamborine Village, Beechmont and Canungra were treated for infestations of weeds including Privet, Devil’s Fig, Dutchman’s Pipe and Cat’s Claw Creeper. Other works have included the treatment of declared weeds including Giant Rat’s Tail, Parramatta Grass and Mother-of- Millions in key reserves around Beaudesert and Boonah.

SUPPORTING ENVIRONMENTAL PROJECTS Scenic Rim property owners and environmental groups shared in more than $100,000 of funding under Council’s Environmental Grants Program in 2018-19. Although the total value of funding applications exceeded Council’s budget for the year, all 22 applicants were successful in securing support for their efforts to maintain habitats for native plants and animals through their participation in the Land for Wildlife initiative or specific environmental projects. A major beneficiary was Tamborine Mountain Landcare, a dedicated band of volunteers working to preserve and enhance the natural environment, for a vegetation corridors regeneration project. Partial funding for some grant applicants has enabled Council to maximise support for worthwhile projects across the region. The diverse projects ranged from re-vegetation and weed control, the maintenance of Brigalow scrub and native pasture protection, to the re-stocking of waterways with native fish and the restoration of koala habitat The Environmental Grants Program aims to encourage and assist the community in managing the local environment for the benefit of the region as a whole. It supports Council’s conservation strategies, enhances community understanding of the region’s outstanding natural assets and raises awareness of environmental issues among community members. SCENIC RIM REGIONAL COUNCIL 2018-19 ANNUAL REPORT 33 IMPROVING WATERWAYS In collaboration with SeqWater and Healthy Land and The Scenic Rim’s riparian areas continued to be enhanced Water, Council conducted site visits at two major agricultural in 2018-19 through Council’s partnership with a number of enterprises near Kagaru to discuss ways to minimise their organisations working to improve the quality of the region’s operations’ impacts on the Logan River and their own waterways. properties. Discussion focused on the benefits of joining the Resilient Rivers Initiative, which is working to prevent Council has partnered with Healthy Land and Water, the Gold sedimentation of rivers and erosion of river banks. Similar Coast Catchment Association and local Landcare groups to discussions are planned with Scenic Rim turf farmers in deliver revegetation projects, remove invasive weeds and carry 2019-20, following the review by relevant stakeholders of a out critical bank stabilisation works at Tamborine Mountain landholder engagement proposal. and Beechmont. The management of erosion and sedimentation within Other works have included the removal of Cat’s Claw Creeper construction sites in the region continued to be reviewed in Council reserves to support Healthy Land and Water and to identify opportunities for process improvements. A basic SEQ Water as part of a regional riparian weeds program, with erosion and sediment control training session, attended by the treatment of reserves along Canungra Creek. relevant Council staff and representatives from the Logan Council’s engagement with non-commercial landholders on Construction Force, was delivered in March 2019 by Healthy the Logan River near Allenview saw the treatment of two Land and Water. kilometres of riparian weeds - Cat’s Claw Creeper, Balloon The Scenic Rim Rivers Improvement Trust completed more Vine, Cestrum and Castor Oil - on four Scenic Rim properties. than $130,000 of riverine weed management and restoration Removal of the weeds was followed by the establishment of work in 2018-19 across the Albert, Upper-Logan and 3000 plants along this reach of the Logan River identified as a Bremer Rivers and in the Upper-Teviot Brook and Upper priority environmental area. Warrill Creek catchments. MANAGING RESERVES RAISING AWARENESS OF ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES Following a particularly dry season, Council stepped up its A wide range of community education programs delivered in bushfire management program in 2018-19, with key works 2018-19 aimed to raise awareness of environmental issues to including the maintenance and upgrade of more than 50 fire help preserve the Scenic Rim’s natural values and biodiversity. trails and fuel management zones. Thirteen events delivered across the region during the year included topics such as fire management, weed management, New fire trails were established in the Tamborine Mountain community plantings, fauna forensics and the construction of Escarpment Reserve and the Nindooinbah Reserve to improve nest boxes for native wildlife. The first Scenic Rim Carp Cup, access by fire fighting vehicles and the ability to carry out to help eradicate pest fish species through a fun family fishing controlled burns. event, was held at Boonah in 2018. With 65 participants, the In 2018-19 Council secured a Queensland Government grant event proved so popular it will be repeated in 2019 at Canungra. under the Local Government Grants and Subsidies Program for the improvement of fire trail networks in Gleneagle and Tamborine Mountain, with works to be carried out early in the 2019-20 year. With co-funding by Council and the Queensland Government, this represents a significant investment in improving access by emergency vehicles that will improve fire- fighting capability in these areas. To reduce fuel levels in reserves ahead of the bushfire season, areas at Tamborine Mountain, Beaudesert, Boonah and Kooralbyn were identified for controlled burns.

SCENIC RIM REGIONAL COUNCIL 2018-19 ANNUAL REPORT 35 ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT 2016-17 2017-18 2018-19 Number of new Voluntary Conservation 3 2 0 Agreements LAND PROTECTED UNDER ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PROGRAMS Bushland reserves 152 152 Land for Wildlife properties 235 238 287 Environmental Grants 14 14 22 Conservation Agreements 16 21 21 COUNCIL NURSERY TREES PLANTED Distributed under Free Trees Program 7,290 6,678 7840 Trees planted in parks, gardens and cemeteries 620 199 497 Shrubs, grasses and ground covers planted 12,625 18,885 10,605 in parks, gardens and cemeteries Rural Trees Program, National Tree Day 929 1424 NA and in-kind donations Other plants distributed or planted NA NA 164 (e.g. Naturalisation Ceremonies) Total 21,464 27,186 19,106 SCENIC RIM ONE MILLION TREES PROGRAM Rural Trees Initiative 32,160 12,026 10,073 Habitat Trees Initiative 9,078 4,926 1060 Community Trees Initiative 16,514 7,893 12,216 River Trees Initiative n/a 550 13,181 Revegetation Projects 29,396 11,183 9,956 (Green Army/Energex/Healthy Land and Water) Total 87,148 36,578 46,486

SKILLING QUEENSLANDERS FOR WORK PARTICIPANTS, CR VIRGINIA WEST, HEALTHY LAND AND WATER CEO JULIE MCLELLAN AND MAYOR GREG CHRISTENSEN SECURING LAND FOR WILDLIFE Voluntary Conservation Agreements between Council and Scenic Rim landowners have continued to play an important role landowners offer rates relief for those whose properties have in preserving and enhancing the natural environment by working significant environmental value. New members to the program in partnership with Council to maintain habitats for native plants in 2018-19 included landowners whose properties contain areas and animals on private property. of Brigalow scrub and Swamp Tea-tree (Melalueca irbyana) and more than 12 rare and threatened species. Council’s In 2018-19, 20 new members joined Council’s Land For Wildlife inspection program during the year included visits to three new program which provides technical advice to property owners properties and re-inspection of two properties under Voluntary who may also apply for grants for specific projects to support Conservation Agreements. conservation efforts that help to protect the region’s world-class biodiversity. Council staff carried out inspections of all 20 new member properties and re-visited eight properties participating in the Land For Wildlife program. Council celebrated the 20th anniversary of the Land for Wildlife Program, in partnership with Logan City Council, at a private property in Tamborine Village in September 2018. Among guests at the celebration was a founding member of Land For Wildlife in the Scenic Rim, a Tamborine Mountain property owner who joined the program in 1998.

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SCENIC RIM REGIONAL COUNCIL 2018-19 ANNUAL REPORT 39 Council’s economic development activity is focused on enhancing the Scenic Rim’s regional brand to encourage sustainable economic growth, strong employment opportunities and high-performing primary production and tourism industries. The promotion of significant events, which enrich the Scenic Rim’s lifestyle and the experience of visitors to the region, is helping to build the region’s reputation and generating visitor and local spending.

CELEBRATING SUCCESS BUILDING BUSINESS CAPABILITY Council staged the 2019 Scenic Rim Business Excellence Awards In partnership with local Chambers of Commerce, an extensive, which attracted 71 nominations across six categories, representing week-long schedule of activities, workshops, webinars and more than 50 individual businesses. The gala awards ceremony, meetings was staged in May 2019 to coincide with Small Business staged at The Centre Beaudesert on 29 March 2019, brought the Week. More than 300 people took part in 11 dinners, breakfasts, region’s business community together, providing an opportunity to workshops and events across the region, with the highlight of the share the success stories and celebrate the achievements of those week a Business Breakfast at The Centre Beaudesert, featuring who play a vital role in the region’s economy. several winners from the 2019 Scenic Rim Business Excellence Awards who shared the secrets of their success.

Funding under the Regional Skills Investment Strategy, coordinated by the Queensland Government’s Department of Employment, Small Business and Training, has provided for the recruitment of a project coordinator to ensure the Scenic Rim has a supply of skilled local people to meet employer demand. Joining Council in July 2019 under a two-year contract, the project coordinator will plan, lead and delivering a program to identify current and emerging job needs in the region, particularly in the agriculture, health services and hospitality/tourism sectors. Having secured $5 million in Australian Government funding via the Building Our Regions Fund, Council will match this contribution to deliver an expansion of the Beaudesert Business Park industrial estate. More than 30 blocks will be available for sale, addressing the chronic shortage of quality industrial land in the area and providing opportunities for business expansion and jobs growth.

40 SCENIC RIM REGIONAL COUNCIL 2018-19 ANNUAL REPORT Joint funding from the Australian Government’s Building Better Council sponsored a number of events throughout the region, Regions Fund and the Queensland Government’s Building our including the Scenic Rim Clydesdale Spectacular, the Grapest Regions Program, in association with Scenic Rim Regional Council, five-kilometre run at The Overflow Estate 1895, the Kooralbyn will deliver a $3 million revitalisation of the Boonah town centre. Valley Mountain Bike Endurance Series and the Beaudesert Rock n Country Festival. Sponsorship of these events provides an estimated The benefits entire revitalisation of the Boonah Town Centre is economic return of $10 for every dollar invested by Council. part of Council’s long-term commitment to creating more liveable communities and driving the Scenic Rim’s economic development ATTRACTING VISITORS TO THE REGION through its Vibrant and Active Towns and Villages program. Civic The Scenic Rim’s five Visitor Information Centres - at Tamborine improvements that create a sense of place and space and reflect Mountain, Beaudesert, Boonah, Canungra and Rathdowney local character drive increased patronage and act as a magnet for - are an important port of call for tourists to the region. In 2018-19 commercial and retail activity, increasing community vitality and they provided a wealth of information about the Scenic Rim and economic viability. tourism experiences for more than 65,000 visitors to the region. GUIDING TOURISM INDUSTRY DEVELOPMENT While these centres provide a valuable service, many visitors are Council has set an ambitious target for the growth of the region’s now using online sources to obtain their information. Scenic Rim tourism industry, following the adoption of its Scenic Rim Regional Council is very active in the digital space, with platforms Tourism Strategy 2017-2021. Developed in consultation with key including the Visit Scenic Rim website, Visit Scenic Rim Facebook stakeholders and input from industry forums and the Tourism and Instagram pages and Eat Local websites and Facebook and Advisory Committee, the strategy aims to double the value of the Instagram pages. tourism industry to $300 million by 2021. During 2018-19, the Visit Scenic Rim website saw traffic increase to Providing more than 1500 jobs in the region, tourism is a key an average of 40,000 hits per month, with a significant proportion industry for the Scenic Rim. Council’s tourism strategy aims to of these by new visitors, showing that the region is continuing to boost its value by increasing market share in key segments, attract new interest as a destination. increasing the number of visitors in off-peak periods and A concerted strategy and attention to regularly refreshing and encouraging a greater spread of visitors across the region. providing engaging content has seen Council’s Visit Scenic Council has continued to work closely with the tourism industry, Rim Facebook page grow to more than 11,000 followers, with its and in 2018-19 collaborated with Tourism Australia, Tourism and most popular posts reaching between 10,000 and 12,000 users Events Queensland, our regional tourism organisation Brisbane and a high level of engagement through reactions, comments Marketing, and two local tourism organisations, Destination and shares. The Visit Scenic Rim Instagram page has more Scenic Rim and the Tamborine Mountain Chamber of Commerce, than 15,500 followers and similarly high levels of engagement, on a range of initiatives delivering profile opportunities for the indicating Scenic Rim’s online platforms are extremely well region and capability development for tourism operators. positioned compared to those maintained by other tourism destinations in the wider region. In 2018-19, Council continued to work closely with local tourism stakeholders through its Tourism Advisory Committee, which Scenic Rim Regional Council also delivered activations at two of the meets quarterly, to facilitate co-operation and provide input to the largest public events held in South East Queensland in 2018-19, the implementation of the tourism strategy. Regional Flavours food and wine festival at Southbank, held over days in July 2018, attracting more than 90,000 people, and the Royal To ensure the local industry remains up-to-date with trends and Queensland Show, more affectionately known as the Ekka, which new developments, development programs and mentoring drew more than 415,000 people over 10 days in August 2018. These sessions were conducted in conjunction with Brisbane Marketing, events provided a wonderful opportunity for building awareness of on topics including being ‘Asia ready’, to take advantage of the region’s tourism and food offerings and inspiring visitation. expanding markets, and ‘packaging and bundling’ to maximise visitor experiences and economic outcomes for tourism operators. A future workshop and mentoring program, focused on delivering and maximising the value from special events, is also planned for the second half of 2019.

SCENIC RIM REGIONAL COUNCIL 2018-19 ANNUAL REPORT 41 EATING LOCAL SUPPORTING SMALL BUSINESS From humble beginnings in 2011, Scenic Rim’s Eat Local Week has Recognising the important role played by small business in evolved into the region’s premier celebration of its key industries of the regional economy, Council works closely with the Scenic tourism and agriculture, which are worth more than $410 million Rim’s five Chambers of Commerce to increase the capacity and annually to the local economy. competitiveness of this industry sector. Council also participates regularly in local Chamber meetings and facilitates quarterly In 2018, in its eighth consecutive year, Eat Local Week again meetings of the region’s Combined Chambers of Commerce. produced a bumper harvest for the region, feeding an estimated $2 million into the local economy. More than 90 events were Council also delivered a number of programs to support attended by more than 37,000 residents and visitors across the businesswomen, including the Women in Rural, Regional and region during the June-July school holidays and, with attendance Remote Enterprises (WiRE) program. This initiative, a partnership up from 32,000 in 2017, 2018 was the biggest Eat Local Week with the University of Southern Queensland and the Advancing event ever staged in the region. Regional Innovation Program, provided an opportunity to 22 Scenic Rim businesswomen to participate in a 12-week mentoring The signature event, the Winter Harvest Festival at Aratula, program designed to help them scale up their existing businesses. showcasing food, wine and local produce with market stalls, cooking demonstrations, celebrity chef appearances and A Resilience Through Diversification workshop conducted by children’s activities, drew a record crowd of more than 14,000. Council and aimed at the region’s agricultural producers was attended by more than 70 farmers and other stakeholders. Its Other Eat Local Week events held throughout the region - focus was on building awareness of the options for innovating and in partnership with farms, tourism businesses and hospitality building resilience, diversification and value. providers - included long table lunches, degustations, farm gate festivals, street food festivals, markets, vineyard lunches and PROVIDING RATES RELIEF wine tastings, farm tours providing an insight into produce from To alleviate the financial pressure on Scenic Rim landholders paddock to plate, producer tours, cooking classes and workshops impacted by ongoing drought, Council resolved in February 2019 on a range of specialist skills including cheese-making and to allow discretionary extensions to the rates discount period by food styling. up to three months. Fourteen food ambassadors, including chefs Josue Lopez from Council recognised the challenges facing many Scenic Rim The Wolfe and Javier Codina from Moda Restaurant; MasterChef landholders and the difference that discretionary extensions to the Australia 2017 runner-up Ben Ungermann and Queensland Food rates discount period could make to those battling drought. Fellow Alison Alexander, assisted in the promotion of Eat Local Week and the region’s food and beverage offerings. The Scenic Rim was among several local government areas to be officially drought declared by Minister for Agricultural Industry With the support of a grant from the Australian Government’s Development and Fisheries Mark Furner on 1 May, bringing nearly Building Better Regions Fund, Council launched the Eat Local two thirds of Queensland into a state of drought declaration. Scenic Rim accreditation program which showcases year-round the region’s producers, products, cafes and tourism operators Along with this, Council in 2018-19 Council conducted a number championing local, sustainable produce. The program builds on of internal rating and budget workshops, focused on key issues the success of Eat Local Week by providing people with easy which included managing the continued effects of the 2018 tools and ways to enable them to eat local every day. Launched in property revaluations, financial hardship and the continued review November 2018, the program now boasts more than 70 accredited of current rating structures to address potential anomalies with and passionate ‘locavores’ - exponents of Eat Local Scenic Rim. rates charges and categorisations.

42 SCENIC RIM REGIONAL COUNCIL 2018-19 ANNUAL REPORT DEVELOPING STRATEGIES FOR GROWTH CONNECTING ONLINE In 2018-19 Council went to market and appointed a specialist agency Growing reliance by the community on social media as a source of to help develop a Regional Prosperity Strategy for the region. information was reflected by an increase of more than 19 per cent in Following a competitive tender process, a suitably credentialed Council’s audience across its Facebook platforms in 2018-19. agency was engaged and commenced work with a critical There was an increase in the number of ‘likes’ on Council’s examination of data and consultation with a range of stakeholders ScenicRimRC from 5490 in the previous year to 6571, with the including Councillors, local business operators and industry groups. most popular organic post attaining a reach of 14,212. The use of The final strategy and recommendations for its implementation are Facebook live has continued to add value to communications to be presented to Council in the first quarter of 2019-20. In addition outcomes and promoted community involvement in events to this project, Council is also working to develop of a new incentives including the Australia Day Awards and Citizenship Ceremony in approach to encourage investment in the region. January 2019 and the Business Excellence Awards in March 2019. Identifying the need for a refresh of its tourism destination brand, and Council also maintains @ScenicRimAlerts, a Facebook page following a competitive tender process, an agency was appointed to dedicated to disaster management and community preparedness deliver this project. Research into perceptions of the Scenic Rim was for extreme weather events. The introduction in 2017-18 of the conducted across Australia, informing a series of recommendations Scenic Rim Disaster Dashboard, which provides the most up- to be presented to Council in the first quarter of 2019-20. to-date information including weather warnings, bushfire alerts, ENGAGING WITH THE COMMUNITY road conditions and power outages has not had the expected impact on the disaster management page’s Facebook following, Effective community engagement, which is a guiding principle of which grew from 8295 to 8721 during the year. The alerts page the Local Government Act 2009, continued to provide the focus for has continued to have a large reach, with several posts exceeding Council’s communications activities in 2018-19. 12,000 views. Publicity and promotion across print and online media and Council’s website scenicrim.qld.gov.au was accessed by a total community forums ensured engagement with the widest possible of 176,098 users during 2018-19, with an average of 14,000 hits a audience to enhance the partnership between Council, the month, most by new visitors to the site. community and stakeholder groups. The fourth annual Community Budget Stakeholder Forum, hosted by Mayor Greg Christensen at The Centre Beaudesert on 12 June 2019, provided an opportunity to update key community and business leaders on Council’s Refresh and Refocus program which aims to foster renewed leadership and accountability, promote a more efficient and team-focused workforce and improve the delivery of services and infrastructure to the Scenic Rim community. Coinciding with the adoption of the 2019-20 Budget, the forum featured a presentation by the Mayor on rating outcomes for the new financial year and initiatives central to the Community Plan’s shared vision for the region. Members of Council’s Executive Management team, who were appointed in December 2018, gave presentations about their portfolios and priorities for the year ahead. Chief Executive Officer Jon Gibbons spoke about the organisation’s long-term financial position and the work undertaken by Council to ensure its ongoing financial sustainability. LOOKING AHEAD Landmark projects that will boost the region’s economy are key initiatives in Council’s 2019-20 Budget. The $10.72 million expansion of Beaudesert Business Park, funded with a $5 million contribution from the Queensland Government under the Building Our Regions Fund, will provide economic benefits for the entire Scenic Rim. As part of the Regional Skills Iinvestment Sstrategy, Council will partner with the Queensland Government to employ a project coordinator to help businesses to find, train and upskill the workers they need to prosper and grow. Key industries will include agriculture/agribusiness, health and allied services and hospitality and tourism, which collectively contribute more than $830 million to the regional economy.

SCENIC RIM REGIONAL COUNCIL 2018-19 ANNUAL REPORT 43 COUNCIL STAFF WHO CONTRIBUTED TO AN ENVIABLE SAFETY RECORD ENJOYED THE REWARDS OF COUNCIL’S COST SAVINGS.

44 SCENIC RIM REGIONAL COUNCIL 2018-19 ANNUAL REPORT OpenAND ResponsiveGOVERNMENT Council is committed to ethical and transparent leadership and a robust governance framework that supports a customer-first focus and the delivery of ‘value-for-money’ services to the Scenic Rim community.

PROVIDING ASSURANCE Council has a focus on continuous improvement and its internal Scenic Rim Regional Council’s Audit and Risk Committee provides audit function supports the move towards more efficient and independent assurance and assistance to Council on: effective processes and systems. Through the internal audit role, Scenic Rim Regional Council has the following goals: • the risk, control and compliance framework • assurance that processes and internal controls are in place to • Council’s Strategic and Operational Risk Registers ensure accountability and compliance • Council’s Risk Management Systems, and • assurance that Council’s systems and governance produce • Council’s external accountability responsibilities as expected outcomes prescribed by the Local Government Act 2009 and the Local • identification of opportunities for improved performance and Government Regulations 2012. efficiencies, and It comprises four members, two internal members – Mayor Greg • identification of processes to reduce Council’s risks. Christensen and Councillor Nigel Waistell - and two independent external members – Jason Evans (Chair) and Amanda Pafumi. Scenic Rim Regional Council’s internal auditors were BDO Australia (Brisbane)*. As Council’s contracted internal auditor, BDO The committee does not replace or replicate established Australia (Brisbane) was responsible for: management responsibilities and delegations, the responsibilities of other executive management groups within Scenic Rim 1. reporting to the Chair of the Audit and Risk Committee or the Regional Council, or the reporting lines and responsibilities of Chief Executive Officer (recognising that the primary reporting external audit functions. relationship is to the audit and risk management committee) As required by legislation, it provides prompt and constructive 2. preparation and development of an annual audit plan, in reports on its findings directly to Council. The committee is directly conjunction with the Audit and Risk Committee, based on responsible and accountable to the full Council for the exercise Queensland Treasury’s Audit Committee Guidelines, which also of its duties and responsibilities. In carrying out its duties and incorporate a risk-based approach responsibilities, the committee must at all times recognise that 3. preparation of an internal audit program in conjunction with primary responsibility for management of Scenic Rim Regional the Audit and Risk Committee, which includes the scope and Council rests with the Chief Executive Officer. objectives of internal audits In discharging its responsibilities, the committee has the authority to: 4. completion of fully detailed working papers and internal audit • conduct or authorise investigations into matters within its reports, or such reports as may be required, and scope of responsibility 5. carrying out the internal audit function within contemporary • access information, records and personnel of Scenic Rim developments in auditing, local government, public sector and Regional Council for such purpose management philosophies and best practices. • request the attendance of any employee, including executive staff, at committee meetings • conduct meetings with Scenic Rim Regional Council internal and external auditors, as necessary, and • seek advice from external parties, as necessary.

SCENIC RIM REGIONAL COUNCIL 2018-19 ANNUAL REPORT 45 In the 2018-19 financial year until the cessation of its contract in SECURING CORPORATE DATA February 2019, BDO Australia (Brisbane) focused on the following Recommendations of a cyber-security audit conducted in 2017-18 areas, over several audits and as contained in the proposed three- have continued to be implemented, including the roll-out in 2018- year audit plan: 19 of the Mobile Device Management program to secure smart • customer request management and escalation processes phone and tablet access to Council’s ICT environment. The ICT Strategic Plan 2018-2020 was endorsed and a draft Cyber Security • IT security including cyber risk assessment and social Incident Response Plan was developed. Work commenced in engineering developing an ICT Disaster Response Plan to manage the threat • help/service desk management of intrusion. • capital planning, procurement and management ENSURING A CULTURE OF WORKPLACE SAFETY • fleet management, maintenance, efficiency and optimisation. Council’s team approach to workplace health and safety aims to * Scenic Rim Regional Council ended its arrangements with BDO ensure that all staff ‘think safe, work safe and go home safe’. A wide Australia (Brisbane) in delivering the Internal Audit Function for range of workplace health and safety processes and procedures Council in February 2019. Elements of the Internal Audit functions helps to ensure the health and wellbeing of employees and in continued to be delivered by Council officers. It is proposed that, 2018-19 there was a focus on the induction of contractors engaged following Council’s appointment of its Principal Specialist Internal by Council to ensure compliance with Council’s standards. Audit Risk and Improvement, the internal audit functions will be managed within that position. Council’s focus on safety is reflected in its information sharing with staff and monitoring of compliance. Staff are required to MANAGING RISK complete monthly workplace health and safety questionnaires Scenic Rim Regional Council was named the best in Queensland and the monthly staff newsletter includes a topical item relating to in 2018-19 for its commitment to delivering an effective risk workplace health and safety. In 2018-19, an Incident Management management framework. Flowchart was developed to enable all employees to identify the appropriate processes to be followed when managing workplace The Excellence in Risk Management award was presented to health and safety incidents. Council at the Local Government Association of Queensland conference in Brisbane in November 2018. Council provides an Employee Assistance Program, offering confidential counselling services for all employees and their Council’s entry focused on the maturity of enterprise risk immediate family members, to assist in preventing or resolving management, demonstrating how its responsive approach enables personal or work-related problems that may impact an employee’s it to effectively manage its strategic and operational risk profile. wellbeing. During the 2018-19 year, some 93 counselling sessions The Excellence in Risk Management awards provide councils were utilised by staff and their families. with the opportunity to share ideas, progress opportunities and In conjunction with the Employee Assistance Program, Council enhance enterprise risk management across Local Government worked with Mates in Construction to deliver a series of Mutual Liability Scheme members. comprehensive information sessions on mental health awareness Council’s commitment to continuous improvement and robust risk and suicide prevention in the construction sector. This included mitigation strategies has seen it recognised in awards by Local training key personnel to become Mates Connectors to assist a Government Mutual in 2010, 2011 and 2015. staff member in crisis and connect them to professional help. Risk management principles are integrated into Council’s decision REWARDING STAFF making and business processes and the Risk Management Staff who contributed to an enviable safety record have enjoyed Framework is regularly reviewed to ensure it is robust and effective. the rewards of Council’s cost savings. As required under the Local Government Act 2009 and the Council’s workplace insurance premiums have been declining Financial and Performance Management Standard 2009, Council as a result of safe work practices and reduced lost-time injuries has an Audit and Risk Committee which meets quarterly. across its workforce. Some of the savings provided for health and Its Risk Reference Group, comprising senior staff and an external wellbeing activities for staff in 2018-19. advisor who meet quarterly, oversees the Risk Management These included neck and shoulder massages provided in-house Framework and monitors strategic risks and issues. Relevant strategic by a local physiotherapist and cooking classes with a dietician on risks and an assessment of identified risks are included on meeting how to prepare time-saving, low-budget, nutritious meals. agenda papers for all Executive Team and Council meetings. The table below captures the workplace Incidents that have resulted Council’s commitment to continuous improvement in 2018-19 in lost time and the number of days lost due to these injuries. included the revision of its Risk Toolsheet, finalisation of Risk Appetite Statements, an in-depth review and revision of the FINANCIAL LOST TIME DURATION LOST TIME INJURY Strategic Risk Register and the commencement of a thorough YEAR INCIDENTS RATE FREQUENCY RATE review of the Operational Risk Register. 2018-19 7 61 days 10.99 2017-18 5 252 days 7.58

46 SCENIC RIM REGIONAL COUNCIL 2018-19 ANNUAL REPORT DELIVERING EXISTING WORKER TRAINEESHIPS.

MAYOR GREG CHRISTENSEN AND CEO JON GIBBONS WITH THE EXCELLENCE IN RISK MANAGMENT AWARD.

SCENIC RIM REGIONAL COUNCIL 2018-19 ANNUAL REPORT 47 DEVELOPING OUR EMPLOYEES DELIVERING QUEENSLAND GOVERNMENT SERVICES Council has continued to strive become an ‘employer of choice’ Council has continued to deliver a convenient ‘one-stop-shop’ for and to attract and retain the most qualified, experienced and Queensland Government services from the High Street Customer committed staff to deliver an extensive range of services. Service building in Boonah. Since its establishment in 2014, Significant work was undertaken in 2018-19 to improve recruitment the Queensland Government Agent Program has continued to practices, including the redesign of application forms and grow, providing members of the Scenic Rim the community the simplifying processes for prospective applicants. convenience of local processing of licence renewals, driver testing, vehicle registration and applications for birth, death and marriage To create a more skilled and agile workforce, Council is working certificates without the need to travel to Ipswich or Beaudesert. closely with Department of Education Small Business and Training During 2018-19, some 8929 transactions were processed by to identify skills shortage areas and where future new traineeships Council’s customer contact staff. can be integrated into Council. During 2018-19 there were five trainees, three of whom were retained by Council and successfully MEETING INCREASED CUSTOMER SERVICE DEMAND completed at least Certificate II tertiary qualifications. During this Staff at Council’s three customer contact centres at Beaudesert, time an additional four trainees commenced courses which will Boonah and Tamborine Mountain have continued to provide be completed in early 2020. a high level of service to the community through incoming Council is committed to the professional development of telephone calls and over-the-counter inquiries. employees and has introduced existing worker traineeships, Customer contact staff continued to provide a wider range of offering qualifications in Certificate III Civil Construction and Plant services, receiving 48,647 calls, of which more than 7600 requests Operation and Certificate IV Civil Construction for Supervisors. for action were logged in 2018-19 via its call centres’ first point of A total of 13 operational civil construction employees have been contact solution. As the interface between the community and awarded these qualifications on the successful completion of their Council’s organisational areas, Customer Contact Centre staff ensure traineeships. a customer-first focus and informed decision making in interactions Council has partnered successfully with the Acacia Ridge with members of the community. Customers can request a new or Community Support Inc’s Belong program which helps to replacement wheelie bin, report a lost or found animal, or have their establish pathways to employment for disadvantaged job seekers. rates queries addressed at the first point of contact. The growing Two programs, each of 18 weeks, were hosted by Council under demand for Council’s services was reflected in the 15.15 per cent the Skilling Queenslanders for Work program which provided increase in customer requests in 2018-19 from 2017-18. traineeships for the completion of a Certificate I in Conservation and Land Management. Trainees from both programs have IMPROVING PROCESSES worked diligently to rehabilitate green spaces across the Scenic The rigorous preparation of Council’s 2019-20 budget was Rim. reflected in a number of new key initiatives and policies. In preparation for Council’s move from monthly to fortnightly MANAGING STAFF PERFORMANCE Ordinary meetings in July 2019, a revamped financial report was The need for the introduction of a Performance Improvement workshopped for Council to consider for adoption. The new Procedure (PIP) to complement the Personal Performance format report aims to provide a clearer picture of Council’s financial Development (PPD) process for the appraisal of staff was identified position and ensure legislative compliance regarding financial in 2018-19. The PPD form was revised and is intended to be disclosure. distributed for completion across Council. This will provide some Council reviewed its procurement practices in 2018-19 to increase valuable data regarding performance and training needs. local purchasing to support Scenic Rim businesses, wherever Council is keen to identify and implement a more contemporary possible. The initial focus was on ensuring equitable processes for way of undertaking annual performance appraisals. It has sourcing vehicle and fleet replacements and led to the initiation of highlighted the need for employees to carry out a self-assessment a formal list of Council pre-qualified light vehicle suppliers within and to meet face-to-face with their supervisor to hold a productive Council’s VendorPanel software. This list has allowed the inclusion conversation about their performance. The PIP program provides of applicable businesses within the Scenic Rim to be able to be supervisors and employees with the means to document and considered. Further training in the utilisation of VendorPanel was reflect on performance which requires a review or improvement. also rolled out to key Council staff responsible for procurement to maintain compliance with legislative requirements. In addition, NEGOTIATING THROUGH ENTERPRISE BARGAINING guidelines and a flowchart were developed to assist staff in The establishment of a Joint Consultative Committee (JCC) in ensuring Council’s procurement is effective and transparent. 2018-19 has enabled the discussion and sharing of information A Business Systems Review Project was commenced in 2018-19 about current employment terms and conditions and policies and to improve the efficiency of Council’s enterprise management procedures relating to Council’s workforce. Terms of Reference software. Process mapping was undertaken across the were established and two meetings held with representatives organisation with data collated to press Council’s enterprise from Council’s Management Team and workplace delegates software provider to address key performance issues. Updates as well as union representatives. Council’s diverse workforce to a number of modules were considered and scheduled for is represented on the Joint Consultative Committee by the implementation. Australian Workers’ Union Queensland; The Services Union; Transport Workers’ Union; Professionals Australia; Automotive, A review of Council’s Customer Request Management Metals, Engineering, Printing and Kindred Industries, Industrial Framework, which commenced in 2018-19, was broadened in Union of Employees Queensland; and the Construction, Forestry, scope to be incorporated in the Customer-Centric Organisation Mining and Energy, Industrial Union of Employees. Council has Project which is taking an holistic and organisation-wide approach communicated with the unions its plans to begin consultation to improving Council’s interactions with its customers. As part of its with employees in early January 2020 on a review of the current Refresh and Refocus program which began in 2018, Council has Enterprise Bargaining Certified Agreement. reviewed its operations to ensure a ‘customer first’ approach in its delivery of services and facilities to the community.

48 SCENIC RIM REGIONAL COUNCIL 2018-19 ANNUAL REPORT MANAGING COMPLAINTS Local governments are accountable to their communities and Council welcomes feedback, whether positive or negative. It respects the right of individuals to lodge a complaint and is committed to managing complaints responsibly, efficiently, effectively, fairly and economically. Under the Local Government Act 2009, issues which are within the scope of Administrative Action Complaints about councils include: • a decision, or a failure to make a decision, including a failure to provide a written statement of reasons for a decision • an act, or a failure to act

• the formulation of a proposal or intention, or RECOGNISING STAFF THROUGH THE VALUED EMPLOYEE AWARD. • the making of a recommendation. Scenic Rim Regional Council manages Administrative Action Complaints through a three-stage process comprising: Stage 1: By the Council business unit to which the subject matter relates Stage 2: Internal review of Stage 1 decisions by the Chief Executive Officer Stage 3: External review of Stage 2 decisions by the Queensland Ombudsman’s Office. This process has ensured that matters raised have been adequately considered, that complainants have been afforded natural justice and the complaint issues have generally been resolved satisfactorily, as shown by the table below.

ADMINISTRATIVE ACTION MANAGING CUSTOMER REQUESTS. COMPLAINTS 2017-18 2018-19 Stage 2 reviews 20 7 Resolved under AAC Process 19 6* Not resolved at end of period 1 2 *Includes transfer of complaint not resolved in 2017-18

RESPONDING TO INFORMATION REQUESTS The provisions of the Right to Information Act 2009 and the Information Privacy Act 2009 acknowledge the need for openness and accountability by government balanced by the need to protect individual privacy. Information held by Council may be released administratively on request if it is in the public interest to do so unless protected by the provisions of the Privacy Act. Formal application processes are applied where information requests need to be assessed to determine if it is contrary to the public interest to give access. ENSURING A CUSTOMER-FIRST FOCUS. There were no outstanding Right to Information access applications at the end of the reporting period. There were no outstanding Information Privacy applications as at 30 June 2019. LOOKING AHEAD RIGHT TO INFORMATION APPLICATIONS 2015-16 2016-17 2017-18 2018-19 An audit of Council will be undertaken by Local On hand at start of period 1 0 1 2 Government Workcare in the first quarter of 2019- Received 5 7 9 6 20, with scheduled meetings with staff from all Withdrawn 2 4 2 3 levels of the organisation and site visits to all areas within the region. This audit will form the basis of Finalised 4 2 6 3 a final report which will enable the establishment Outstanding at end of period 0 1 2 0 of a revised Action Plan to identify areas for improvement and rectification.

SCENIC RIM REGIONAL COUNCIL 2018-19 ANNUAL REPORT 49 RelaxedLIVING AND RURAL Lifestyle Council is committed to preserving the region’s natural assets and prime agricultural land while encouraging future growth opportunities and innovation that enhance the Scenic Rim’s relaxed living and rural lifestyle.

Progress in 2018-19 on the Draft Scenic Rim Planning Scheme - the region’s first ever unified planning scheme - represented an important milestone in the 10-year journey following the establishment of Scenic Rim Regional Council in 2008. The new planning scheme has been developed in the context of the State Government’s Planning Act 2016, the Shaping SEQ South East Queensland Regional Plan 2017 and the State Planning Policy and will replace the existing planning schemes of the former Beaudesert Shire, Boonah Shire and Ipswich City Council areas within the Scenic Rim local government area. Guided by the Scenic Rim Community Plan, it will underpin development aligned with the community’s shared vision for our region for the next 20 years and aims to provide certainty to Scenic Rim residents, landowners and investors by identifying land use intent for particular areas. It will also inform Council’s plans for infrastructure to support growth and balance the social and economic development of the region to protect and enhance our region’s lifestyle and the natural assets valued by the community. Following minor changes to address the requirements of the State interest review in July 2018, Council endorsed the draft Planning Scheme for public consultation in August. An 11-week period of public consultation, which exceeded the minimum statutory requirement, was carried out between 26 September and 14 December 2018 to ensure the community had ample opportunity to contribute to the development of the draft Planning Scheme in an open and transparent process. Opportunities for community feedback were promoted through advertising in print and social media, displays at Council administration centres and libraries and the distribution of a brochure to all ratepayers in the region seeking their input into the planning process. ‘Talk to a Planner’ and community information sessions were conducted at key locations across the region during office hours as well as after hours and on weekends to encourage as many people as possible to have their say in shaping the future of the region. The community response to the draft Planning Scheme was significant, with Council receiving a total of 559 submissions. Council appreciates the time and effort of community members who contributed to the consultation process through properly made submissions which have provided valuable feedback for Council in finalising the strategic land use planning intent for the Scenic Rim. While a wide range of issues was raised in submissions, common themes related to the natural environment, rural and residential lot sizes, land uses in rural areas, population growth, tourism and infrastructure planning.

SCENIC RIM REGIONAL COUNCIL 2017-18 ANNUAL REPORT 51 Assessment of each submission based on its planning merits, Scenic Rim’s approach to adapting its processes prior to the including any recommended changes to the draft Planning introduction of Queensland’s new plumbing laws have improved Scheme, was near completion by the end of the 2018-19 year. efficiencies in Council’s customer service interactions and Following endorsement by Council, a Community Consultation provided a model for other local governments. Report, highlighting proposed changes to be made to the draft The development industry will benefit from the fast tracking of Planning Scheme as a result of issues raised in submissions, will plumbing approvals that will save time and money. be released publicly. A final round of community consultation, limited to changes made to the 2018 draft of the Planning Scheme, CHAMPIONING THE REGION’S INTERESTS will be carried out early in the 2019-20 financial year in line with Council continued to champion the interests of the Scenic the Planning Act 2016. Rim, providing feedback to the Queensland Government on Following the final round of community consultation, Council will proposed planning legislation and policy changes and through its review and respond to all submissions and submit the draft Planning participation in State Government programs. Scheme to the Minister for State Development, Manufacturing, In February 2019 Scenic Rim Mayor Greg Christensen travelled Infrastructure and Planning for approval. Commencement of the to Canberra as part of a delegation which met with Federal Scenic Rim Planning Scheme is proposed for early 2020. Minister for Cities, Urban Infrastructure and Population Alan Tudge PREPARING FOR NEW PLUMBING LAWS to discuss the TransformingSEQ City Deal Proposition which, according to modelling by KPMG, could unlock $58 billion in Scenic Rim Regional Council was on target for the introduction of economic growth for South East Queensland. Queensland’s new plumbing laws on 1 July 2019. As the population of South East Queensland is predicted to grow The streamlined framework of the Plumbing and Drainage Act beyond five million over the next 25 years, the challenges of 2018 and Plumbing Regulation 2019 aims to deliver fast tracked accommodating that growth while maintaining liveability require plumbing approvals to save businesses and individuals time and long-term planning and investment. money and enhance community safety. While the new laws provide tougher penalties for plumbers, drainers The Council of Mayors South East Queensland has worked with the and gasfitters who endanger public health and safety, they will also State Government over five years to develop an understanding of the allow the fast tracking of plumbing applications associated with region’s needs which has contributed to a strong and coordinated dwellings and sheds in areas connected to water and sewerage. proposition to the Federal Government to negotiate a City Deal. Under the new laws, Council will assess plumbing applications on Aligned with the Australian Government’s Smart Cities Plan, a two-day turnaround for premises to be connected to water and City Deals represent a partnership between the three levels of sewerage. Previously, the statutory assessment period was 20 days. government and the community to work towards a shared vision for productive and liveable cities by aligning planning, investment Council engaged with key stakeholders in raising awareness of and governance. the new fast-track approval process and the new laws and held an information session in Beaudesert in May 2019 for plumbers, The TransformingSEQ proposition outlines six transformational service agents, builders and building certifiers. opportunities for South East Queensland. Of particular relevance to the Scenic Rim are a trade and enterprise spine between Information packages to assist stakeholders in the submission Toowoomba and the trade coast, connecting Inland Rail to of plumbing applications were developed in readiness for the the Port of Brisbane to unlock new jobs in the south-west and introduction of the new laws. western growth areas; innovation precincts which will incorporate agriculture and agribusiness technology; and upgrades to public transport which aim to make South East Queensland a 45-minute region by reducing commuter travel and congestion on roads. In July 2018 Council called on the Queensland Government to The table below shows the types of development applications introduce annual land valuations in the Scenic Rim in response to processed by Council under the Planning Act 2016 during the past community concern caused by 2018’s valuations, which were the four years. first in three years. Council maintained that the system of three- year valuations, which saw some valuations increase by more 2015-16 2016-17 2017-18 2018-19 than 80 per cent and many examples of inconsistent valuations, was in need of review. The government advised that Council’s Development Applications Processed request for annual valuations would be considered in conjunction with the 2018 Market Survey and feedback from relevant local and - Material Change of Use 95 123 118 80 industry groups. - Reconfiguration of a Lot 36 36 43 43 During 2018-19 Council provided submissions in response to the - Operational Works (signage) 3 9 7 3 Queensland Government’s proposed SEQ Transport Plan and - Change of Development conditions 19 12 33 27 Heritage Place nominations and participated in several working - Extension of Time 21 10 24 14 groups focused on the SEQ Regional Plan 2017 which will guide planning for the future of South East Queensland, one of Australia’s - Building Envelope Approval 37 0 4 0 most rapidly growing regions, to 2041 and beyond. - Building Envelope amendment 12 0 15 18 - New lots approved 201 116 158 140 MANAGING BUILDING AND PLUMBING APPROVALS The downturn in the building sector across the region in 2018- - Survey Plans signed 43 58 19 was reflected in the decrease in the number of building and - Planning Certificates issued 38 37 plumbing approvals issued in the Scenic Rim compared with the - Flood Certificates issued 152 103 previous year. - Operational Works for land 29 25 The number of building approvals issued by private certifiers development decreased to 685 while the number of building approvals issued by Council fell to 157, representing an overall decline of 10 per cent across the region compared with 2017-18. A total of 206 class 1a The table below shows the applications processed by Council building approvals was issued during 2018-19, with the market under the Plumbing and Drainage Act 2002 and the Building Act experiencing a decline of 38 per cent in new dwelling construction 1975 during the past four years. for the year. Tightening access to finance and investor uncertainty in the lead-up to the federal election may have been contributing 2015-16 2016-17 2017-18 2018-19 factors to the downturn in the building industry, which also saw Facilities registered under the Plumbing and Drainage Act 2002 a decrease of 26 per cent in the number of plumbing approvals - Backflow prevention devices 588 610 588 692 issued in 2018-19 compared with the previous year. The number of regulatory plumbing inspections also decreased slightly across - On-site sewerage facilities 2,795 2,997 3,203 3433 the region during this period. BUILDING APPROVALS ENSURING COMPLIANCE WITH LOCAL LAWS Inspections performed 700 875 675 693 Community safety, the amenity of residential areas and the Council certified approvals issued 188 220 221 157 preservation of the Scenic Rim’s natural values are all supported Privately certified approvals 613 649 717 685 by Council’s enforcement of local laws. The Compliance Services team adopts an ‘educate, then regulate’ approach to administering PLUMBING APPROVALS Queensland Government and local laws for which it is responsible, Inspections performed 2,633 3,030 3,132 2615 with the aim of achieving compliance through a collaborative Approvals issued 343 349 416 307 approach to achieve a positive outcome. SERVICE REQUESTS During 2017-18, in addition to breaches of local laws, Council’s Development compliance 145 155 198 209 compliance officers responded to a wide range of customer requests relating to matters such as: Building compliance 118 138 146 175 • pool fencing laws • dangerous and dilapidated buildings • development without approval • contravention of development approvals • unlawful tree clearing, and • sediment pollution. LOOKING AHEAD Council will undertake a final round of community consultation on the Draft Scenic Rim Planning Scheme, limited to changes made to the 2018 draft, in the first quarter of 2019-20.

SCENIC RIM REGIONAL COUNCIL 2017-18 ANNUAL REPORT 53 TOWNS Vibrant AND VILLAGES

DEPUTY MAYOR RICK STANFIELD WITH AISLINN DAVEY AND TORI AND KELSEA STALLMAN SHOWING OFF THE NEW ROCK CLIMBING WALL IN SPRINGLEIGH PARK, BOONAH. Council is realising the shared Community Plan vision for the Scenic Rim as a region of vibrant towns and villages through ongoing investment in infrastructure and the Council is contributing to the economic organisations which enrich community life. development of the region and strengthening the social fabric of communities through the revitalisation of towns and villages which reflects their unique heritage and character.

REVITALISING PLAYGROUNDS The revitalisation of two of the region’s popular playgrounds was completed in May 2019 with the opening of Springleigh Park at Boonah and Moffatt Park at Aratula as part of Council’s 10-year Playground Strategy which is seeing the transformation of key recreational areas throughout the Scenic Rim. A feature of Springleigh Park’s makeover was the installation of a new rock climbing wall which provides a number of challenges combining body strength and coordination as well as the opportunity to experience nature with lifelike discoveries of fossils within the glass fibre reinforced concrete rocks. Works also included the repainting of all playground equipment surfaces, the installation of new soft fall and the inclusion of a new sandstone seating wall. With a tractor at the core of its design, Moffatt Park captures the strong history of the Scenic Rim’s agricultural sector. The playground structure also includes a wheelchair-accessible driving panel as well as two other drivers panels, two large tube slides, a crawling tunnel, talking tubes, an all-abilities swing unit, climbing net, spring play seats and sandstone seating. As well as providing a drawcard for visitors to the region, the park has potential for use as an outdoor learning area for students at nearby Aratula State School whose artwork is featured in the playground. Council’s investment in playgrounds in strategic locations takes into account the needs of the growing number of families in the Scenic Rim and community expectations to provide engaging spaces for young people.

SCENIC RIM REGIONAL COUNCIL 2017-18 ANNUAL REPORT 55 A new play space inspired by Tamborine Mountain’s natural OPENING A NEW CHAPTER FOR BEAUDESERT environment was opened just in time for Christmas 2018, delivering Davidson Park in Beaudesert was endorsed in June 2019 as the some big new toys to the community and Scenic Rim visitors. preferred location for a new community hub and library as part The park was a team effort between Council and the Lions Club of Council’s Vibrant Towns and Villages Program to revitalise the of Tamborine Mountain which contributed $45,000, including a town centre. State Government grant, and worked for more than three years Funding of $200,000 from the Queensland Government’s on the project. Maturing Infrastructure Pipeline Program will enable two detailed Features of the park include carved timber butterfly totem poles, a concepts to be developed, one for a stand-alone building and dry creek bed, scramble net, tri-tramp net, an embankment slide, another for an integrated facility to incorporate a portion of the a fallen tree and an inclusive swing seat which promotes truly existing Council administration building on Brisbane Street. accessible play. In all of its Vibrant and Active Towns and Villages initiatives, The playground, upgraded as part of Council’s 10-year $2.5 million Council’s objective is to deliver a built environment which Playground Strategy embodies the nature surrounding the area resonates with residents and yields a social and economic and includes a commemorative space to recognise the centenary dividend for communities as there is a direct correlation between of the foundation of Lions International. proactive revitalisation of public spaces into vibrant places resulting in enhanced economic growth, jobs creation and Council’s investment in infrastructure provides not only provides community vitality core assets, such as roads and bridges, but also community facilities and amenities which help make the Scenic Rim’s towns Community consultation on concepts for the Beaudesert Town and villages a great place to live and raise a family. Centre has informed Council’s development of solutions for the area north of the Brisbane Street/William Street intersection. In June 2019, Lions Park was named one of Queensland’s best playgrounds at an industry awards presentation. As each stage of this project progresses, Council will be communicating with the community to share more of the Scenic Rim Regional Council’s nature play space, co-designed concepts to finalise the way forward in the Beaudesert precinct. with Playscape Creations and Mode Design, was a joint winner in the under $500,000 playground category of the Regional PRESERVING THE REGION’S HISTORY Excellence Play and Leisure Australia Awards. The Scenic Rim gained three new significant sites following Lions Park will be in the running for the National Play and Leisure community consultation on their addition to the Local Heritage Australia Award to will be announced on 29 October Register. at a gala event in Perth. In November 2019, Council endorsed the register’s inclusion of Knoll Road and a weir over Plunkett Creek at Tamborine Mountain ENHANCING COMMUNITY SAFETY as well as a private cemetery at Finch Road, Canungra. The amenity and safety of Jubilee Park in Beaudesert was enhanced in 2018-19 with the installation of additional lighting and The Finch Road Cemetery includes the graves of the Smith, closed circuit television cameras. Duncan, Christie, Marsden and Murray families and represents an important link to Canungra’s pioneering past as they date back to A $231,000 grant from the Australian Government’s Safer the 1890s. Communities Fund for the enhancements to the popular recreational area was welcomed by the Beaudesert Chamber of The weir over Plunkett Creek at Roslyn Court, Tamborine Commerce as encouraging community and business confidence Mountain, was constructed by Norman and Vonda Youngman in in the safety of the park precinct and by park users who are now 1958 and was evidence of cropping and grazing on Tamborine able to enjoy the area from early morning into the evening. Mountain in the mid-twentieth century. The park plays a significant role in the region’s tourism industry Knoll Road had played an important part in the settlement of as a meeting place and rest area for visitors and is at the heart agricultural and tourism industries. of Beaudesert’s community life as a recreational area for all ages As the first road to the plateau of the mountain and the only and abilities. access route for wheeled traffic between 1877 and 1920, it has The installation of seven CCTV cameras has provided clear special significance for Tamborine Mountain. 2 coverage of some 20,300m of the park precinct, providing a To ensure Council’s ability to undertake maintenance work on its deterrent to anti-social or criminal behaviour. portion of Knoll Road, an exemption certificate was sought in line It has also assisted in the protection of valuable public assets the Queensland Heritage Act 1992. including playground equipment, the events stage, memorial garden and the Beaudesert pool and library as well as neighbouring properties such as the Beaudesert Historical Museum. The improved lighting and surveillance of the area has resulted in a cleaner and tidier park, a reduction in vandalism and improved perceptions of safety from park users who are making greater use of the area.

56 SCENIC RIM REGIONAL COUNCIL 2018-19 ANNUAL REPORT MOFFATT PARK’S TRACTOR CENTREPIECE PLAY EQUIPMENT REFLECTS ARATULA’S CHARACTER.

LIONS PARK AT TAMBORINE MOUNTAIN WAS A TEAM EFFORT BETWEEN COUNCIL AND THE LOCAL LIONS CLUB.

SCENIC RIM REGIONAL COUNCIL 2017-18 ANNUAL REPORT 57 The Nature Play and Sensory Gardens

One of the critical opportunities of the master plan is to increase the time that children spend in unstructured play outdoors by creating playful educational and interactive experiences that celebrate local cultural and environmental attributes of the area. With the expansive space of the master plan area, there is potential to provide a range of play experiences that cater to a range of ages, physical capabilities, and promote a sense of adventure. The proposed adventure play nodes will integrate with the terrain, existing trees and the creek, and seek to provide unique play experiences that gradually challenge children as they grow up in this community. Several adventure play nodes will cater to ages 2-5 and 5-12+. Sensory gardens are special landscapes that are specifically designed for people of all abilities with the purpose of stimulating all the senses courtesy of the use of plants and materials that engage sight, smell, touch, taste and sound. These gardens are highly engaging spaces that allow individuals (particularly children) to explore their senses and learn about the environment around them. Taking cues from the surrounding natural environment, Spring Creek sensory gardens will use a range of colourful, flowering, fragrant and edible plantings for visual interest, smell and taste, whilst using both man-made (such as wind chimes) and natural elements (wind rustling leaves) to promote sound. Overarching all of the design is the integration of opportunities to promote touch through soft plantings, grass to lie on and rough bark on trees.

PLANNING FOR THE LONG TERM Council thanked the community for its feedback which will ensure There was a renewed focus on the Scenic Rim’s shared vision for 23 that improvements made to Spring Creek are part of a strong long- a vibrant community with the adoption in April 2019 of a long-term SCENIC RIM REGIONAL COUNCIL master plan for an active recreational precinct in Beaudesert. term plan that will provide maximum benefit to the Scenic Rim region. Funding from the Queensland Government assisted Council in the development of the Spring Creek Precinct Master Plan The community consultation showed strong support for walking and Implementation Plan 2019, which was adopted following and cycling paths and for natural areas to be developed and/ extensive community consultation. or maintained. Other desired features included a dog off-leash area, water play features and recognition of the cultural and local The Spring Creek precinct, which includes Jubilee Park, Lions history of the site. Park and a small section of land to the south, is an important Proposed Youth Hub place for people from all backgrounds, ages and abilities in the Scenic Rim to connect and find a sense of belonging. As well as being a popular recreational area, the Spring Creek precinct provides a venue for events such as the Mununjali NAIDOC Day, the Beaudesert Gourmet Street Food Festival during Eat Local Week and Australia Day and Queensland Day celebrations which bring families and the community together in celebration. The master plan takes a long-term view to develop a well-designed space to meet the needs of the Scenic Rim community for the next 10 to 20 years. Priorities outlined in the master plan will be considered against others in the 10-year Capital Works Plan.

The Spring Creek Youth Space

With the recognition of skateboarding and BMX riding in the 2020 Summer Olympics, youth spaces around the 58 SCENIC RIM REGIONAL COUNCIL 2018-19 ANNUAL REPORT country have grown in popularity and are now playing much more of a significant role in providing places for the youth and young families to participate in outdoor active recreation. The youth space should include both beginner (junior) and advanced (teenager/adult) skate spaces, lighting for extended hours of usage, shaded viewing areas and family picnic areas.

18 Spring Creek Precinct Master Plan The Nature Play and Sensory Gardens

HONOURING THE FALLEN The 2018 centenary of the Armistice that ended World War One in provided a timely opportunity to honour some of the forgotten heroes - the animals and their handlers who have served Australia in war and peace. On Remembrance Day at DJ Smith Park Canungra, Scenic Rim Councillors Nadia O’Carroll and Virginia West joined Canungra RSL Sub Branch President Col Lee and Australian War Animal Memorial Organisation Director Nigel Allsopp in unveiling a new memorial to honour the horses, camels, donkeys, dogs and carrier pigeons and their handlers that have served their country. Council installed the new memorial and ensured the park and its gardens were in immaculate condition for the special centenary commemoration of the end of World War One on 11 November 2018. In addition to the new memorial, and in consultation with the Canungra RSL Sub-Branch, Council also undertook the refurbishment of the 80-year-old memorial to those of Canungra and the surrounding districts who served in World War One and subsequent conflicts.

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LOOKING AHEAD Landmark projects that will drive the revitalisation of Beaudesert to boost the region’s economy are key initiatives in Council’s $13.13 million Vibrant and Active Towns and Villages Program in 2019-20. The program includes the $10.72 million expansion of the Beaudesert Business Park - funded with a $5 million contribution from the Queensland Government under the Building Our Regions Fund - a $1 million investment by Council in the first stages of improving traffic movements in Selwyn Street and $550,000 towards improving drainage in the Beaudesert Town Centre. Work which commenced in the 2018-19 year to revitalise the Boonah Town Centre is expected to be completed in time for Christmas celebrations in December 2019. Central to this project is the upgrade of the courtyard outside Council’s Boonah Administration Building on High Street to incorporate a shaded alfresco area and seating set amidst public artworks to create a vibrant community space. It also includes the upgrade of the Walter Street car park behind the Council building, with the addition of parking spaces, disability car parking, the installation of retaining walls and construction of a covered walkway with solar panels connecting through to High Street.

SCENIC RIM REGIONAL COUNCIL 2017-18 ANNUAL REPORT 59 AND AccessibleSERVICED Region REBUILDING THE REGION The Scenic Rim’s long journey on the road to recovery following Ex-Tropical Cyclone Debbie in 2017 concluded with the completion by 30 June 2019 of all flood recovery ground works. Ex-Tropical Cyclone Debbie created the most significant flooding experienced in the Scenic Rim in the past two decades and, at a total cost of $64.7 million, the rebuilding of damaged infrastructure represented the biggest flood recovery program in the life of the region. Scenic Rim was one of eight Queensland councils hardest hit by the natural disaster in April 2017. Half of Council’s road network was impacted including three quarters - more than 643 kilometres - of the region’s unsealed roads, which required more than 500,000 tonnes of gravel to rebuild. While the final cost of the reconstruction effort was calculated at $49.4 million, additional funding of $10.4 million, through the Betterment framework under the Natural Disaster Relief and Recovery Arrangements, and a $4.9 million contribution by Council have provided the road network with increased resilience future extreme weather events. Funded jointly by the Commonwealth and Queensland Governments, a total of $34.8 million in flood recovery works was completed in 2018-19. The collaboration between Council and the Queensland Reconstruction Authority throughout the flood recovery has seen close inter-agency cooperation delivering real results for the community over two years. Four bridges damaged extensively during Ex-Tropical Cyclone Debbie were replaced through the recovery program in 2018-19. The scale of the damage to Haack Bridge at Lamington and Steinhardt Bridge at Darlington meant that both structures had to be closed and side tracks constructed to restore connectivity prior to replacement of both structures. The reconstruction of Haack Bridge has seen the replacement of a damaged timber bridge with a new single-lane concrete structure at a cost of $1.8 million. The new 22-metre two-span concrete Steinhardt Bridge replaced a damaged timber structure and has been constructed on a new alignment following widening of the creek which occurred during flooding from Ex-Tropical Cyclone Debbie. Load limits for heavy vehicles which had been in place have been lifted, providing improved connectivity and economic outcomes for the rural community which relies on the movement of trucks and farm equipment. Betterment funding from the Commonwealth and Queensland Governments will help to ensure that Jerome Bridge on Upper Coomera Road at Ferny Glen and the new Bennet Bridge, replacing Bennett Crossing on Illinbah Road at Illinbah, are more resilient to future flooding. Once a culvert, Bennett Crossing has been reconstructed as a bridge and is among the many improvements made to the Scenic Rim’s road and bridge network with state and federal funding and contributions from Council. Following assessment, both structures were approved for reconstruction with Betterment funding, jointly funded by the Commonwealth and Queensland Governments through the Betterment Framework under the Natural Disaster Relief and Recovery Arrangements (NDRRA).

SCENIC RIM REGIONAL COUNCIL 2017-18 ANNUAL REPORT 61 COMPLETING THE REGION’S BIGGEST EVER ASSESSING THE DRAINAGE NETWORK CONSTRUCTION PROJECT In a first for Scenic Rim Regional Council, smart technology and The construction of five new concrete bridges and 2.5 kilometres closed circuit television cameras were deployed in 2018-19 to of road in 2018-19 represents the single biggest infrastructure provide a clearer picture of the condition of some 30 kilometres of project ever undertaken by Scenic Rim Regional Council. underground stormwater drainage pipes. Funded by Council’s budget, the Federal Government’s Bridge During the trial of the technology in Beaudesert, drainage pits Renewal Program, the State Government’s Transport Infrastructure were inspected by GPS-enabled smart devices and stormwater Development Scheme and the Natural Disaster Recovery and pipes were examined by remote-controlled closed circuit television Resilience Arrangements, the works at Witheren, Beechmont, cameras which recorded high quality images to inform Council of Ferny Glen and Illinbah were substantially completed by the end potential maintenance issues such as cracked or blocked pipes. of the 2018-19 year. The use of GPS also helped Council to update its asset register, The project included a major road upgrade between Millie Court accurately measuring the distance of pipe between each drainage and Sharp Bridge as well as the replacement of Sharp Bridge, pit which is recorded in Council’s Geospatial Information System Botan Creek Bridge and Back Creek Bridge on Beechmont Road, (GIS) mapping software. Jerome Bridge on Upper Coomera Road and a new Bennett The increased capability and affordability of new technology and Bridge to replace Bennett Crossing on Illinbah Road. software has helped enhance management of the stormwater The scope of the works reflects Council’s commitment to drainage network, replacing visual inspections by a contractor investment in infrastructure aligned with the shared community who previously recorded information on paper. vision for the Scenic Rim’s sustainability, prosperity and connectivity. The use of a mobile tablet and web application or app, allows Council is committed to ensuring the best value to ratepayers data to be seamlessly and accurately imported into a computer through its investment in infrastructure that stands the test of time software program via the Cloud, saving time and money and and provides the impetus for the ongoing growth and economic providing the most up-to-date and reliable information about development of the region. underground infrastructure assets. This includes continuing work to replace timber bridges with GPS connectivity provides the ability to confirm the exact location structures of steel, concrete and other materials that are free of of the underground network which was previously assessed load limits, which restrict the movement of heavy vehicles and manually from above ground. agricultural machinery, and have considerably longer lifespans. IMPROVING COMMUNITY CONNECTIVITY The Scenic Rim’s natural environment was factored in to all stages Pedestrian access and mobility have been enhanced by footpath of the works, with erosion and sediment control undertaken at all improvements that represent another step towards healthier and sites and water quality monitoring at creeks. more connected communities. Tree clearing along Beechmont Road, to enable road works and Footpath improvements add to the vibrancy of communities by the relocation of Energex poles, was minimised and environmental encouraging more people to get out and about, connecting with consultants implemented strategies to minimise the impact of others socially through walking which is one of the easiest ways of works on native plants and animals. people of all abilities to boost their physical and mental health. Council representatives worked with counterparts from the In 2018-19, Council invested $925,000 in the creation of new Queensland Department of Environment and Science to ensure footpaths and the renewal of existing pedestrian areas. the flying fox roost at Witheren was not impacted. New footpaths were constructed at Albert Street and Brookland Works at Back Creek Bridge included the removal of riparian weeds Drive at Beaudesert and the Cunningham Highway at Aratula. and rehabilitation of the creek banks with native plants under the supervision of Council’s environmental officers and following The footpath at School Road, Tamborine Mountain, was upgraded consultation with local community and environmental groups. and an upgrade to the Beaudesert-Nerang Road footpath at Beaudesert, as part of the Principle Cycle Network Upgrade program, was co-funded equally by Council and the Queensland Government.

SHARP BRIDGE HAACK BRIDGE

The table below provides a breakdown of the Scenic Rim’s transport network by road classification.

2015-16 2016-17 2017-18 2018-19 ROAD HIERARCHY ANALYSIS (KM) - 4a Rural Connector 73 73 73 73 - 4b Rural Collector 122 120 120 121 - 5a Rural Access 303 300 301 301 - 5b Rural Access 352 338 334 340 - 5c Rural Access 348 359 362 362 - 5d Rural Access 474 464 463 463 - 5e Rural Formed 55 47 45 45 - 5f Rural Formed 39 38 45 45 - 5g Rural Unformed 18 65 65 66 - Unrated (parking bays, etc) 18 87 8 15 TOTAL 1,802 1,804 1,808 1,816 Gravel road length graded (km) 290 252 37 153 Gravel road length resheeted (km) 201 170 289 258 Gravel road shoulder resheeted (km) 54 34 25 34 Sealed roads resealed (km) - including top coats replaced under 71 87 12# 60 NDRRA BRIDGES UPGRADING THE ROAD NETWORK Not previously CONCRETE 52 58 Council’s $112 million budget for 2018-19 provided a $36.25 million reported allocation for roads, including a total of $25 million for restoration TIMBER works and betterment as part of the flood recovery program - Load limited below MALL* 26 21 14 10 through the Natural Disaster Relief and Recovery Arrangements funded by the Commonwealth and Queensland Governments. - Load limited above MALL* 6 6 5 2 - Not load limited 46 5- 54 56 Key road projects completed in 2018-19, in line with Council’s commitment to maintaining and renewing infrastructure which is OTHER CONSTRUCTION 51 4 4 a key driver of the local economy included the reconstruction of a TOTAL 129 129 130 section of Kooralbyn Road and a major upgrade of Beechmont Road. # Note 1: Reduced works in 2017-18 were a result of the Works also commenced on stage three of the upgrade of Infrastructure recovery program effort. Kilmoylar Road and a one-kilometre section of Sugarloaf Road *MALL - Minimum Acceptable Load Limit. at Mutdapilly.

SCENIC RIM REGIONAL COUNCIL 2017-18 ANNUAL REPORT 63 MANAGING WASTE The table below provides a three-year comparison of Council’s Council worked with businesses across the Scenic Rim to waste management activities. raise awareness of the commercial impacts of the Queensland 2016-17 2017-18 2018-19 Government’s Waste Levy prior to its introduction on 1 July 2019 . WEEKLY KERBSIDE COLLECTION SERVICES As part of a zero waste strategy for the Queensland, the AT END OF PERIOD (WASTE BIN ONLY) Waste Levy of $75 per tonne for commercial operators disposing Domestic Services 14,396 14,781 14,852 of waste to landfill aims to increase recycling and the recovery Commercial 1,191 1,179 1,174 of resources . RECYCLING STATISTICS In a break with tradition, Council adopted its schedule of fees Green waste mulched and charges in May 2019 to ensure businesses had as much - Tonnes 5,008 4,185 3,964 visibility as possible of charges mandated by the Queensland - Cubic metres 16,694 13,950 13,213 Government likely to impact their operations so they could Green waste raw plan ahead . - Tonnes 1,558 Council also worked to provide information to businesses on - Cubic metres 10,390 how they could reduce their waste disposal costs through good Waste Oil (litres) 53,900 55,000 55,880 separation of recyclables from general or ‘co-mingled’ waste Tyres (number) 2,220 1,,944 4,221 and stockpiling materials to achieve best value for disposal fees . Batteries (tonnes) 37.2 197 25.2 Prior to the introduction of the introduction of the $75 per tonne Scrap Metal (tonnes) 1,767 1,970 1,843 levy on commercial operators disposing of waste to landfill, Refrigeration units degassed 1,578 1,580 1,561 Council installed a new weighbridge system at the Central Landfill at Bromelton . Cardboard (tonnes) 677 682 729 Mixed Recyclables (Kerbside collection, 3,058 2,990 3,002 Council’s operation of the Bromelton landfill has continued other glass and plastics (tonnes) to achieve higher levels of service delivery and quality and E-waste (tonnes) 22.78 25 30 construction of a new landfill cell was substantially completed by the end of June 2019 . WASTE PROCESSED (TONNES) Despite cost increases, Council has maintained its commitment RECEIVED AT TRANSFER STATIONS to recycling in line with the expectations of the Scenic Rim - Beaudesert 1,610 1,491 1,544 community which has shown a disciplined approach to - Canungra 1,218 1,183 1,200 reducing waste going to landfill . - Rathdowney 443 450 412 Council diverts a number of waste streams at its transfer - Tamborine Mountain 1,532 1,543 1,598 stations for sale as commodities . A scrap metal tender and a - Boonah 1,702 1,586 1,615 tender for concrete crushing for product reuse were progressed - Kalbar 161 149 153 in 2018-19 and are expected to be awarded in the 2019-20 year . - Peak Crossing 346 347 369 TOTAL 7,012 6,749 6,891 DEPOSITED INTO CENTRAL LANDFILL 40.598 39,513 34,072

CENTRAL LANDFILL NEW WEIGHBRIDGE CENTRAL LANDFILL NEW WEIGHBRIDGE SYSTEM RESPONSIBILITYEmbrace

LOOKING AHEAD In line with the shared Community Plan vision for the Scenic Rim as an accessible and serviced region, Council has allocated a total of $11.98 million to roadworks and $754,000 to footpath improvements in 2019- 20. The budget provides more than $4 million for the replacement and rehabilitation of bridges across the Scenic Rim and $1.08 million for drainage improvements. Funding from the Australian Government’s Bridge Renewal Program will provide for two new concrete bridges on Kerry Road - Spring Creek Bridge at Kerry and Keaveny Bridge at Darlington.

CENTRAL LANDFILL NEW CELL

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Healthy, engagedAND RESOURCEFUL COMMUNITIES

SCENIC RIM REGIONAL COUNCIL 2017-18 ANNUAL REPORT 67 Council works in partnership with other government agencies and community WELLNESS groups to promote individual health and wellbeing and strengthen the social fabric of Scenic Rim communities.

PREVENTING THE SPREAD OF DISEASE ENCOURAGING AN ACTIVE COMMUNITY Parents of Scenic Rim secondary students were urged to make The growing popularity of the Be Healthy and Active program immunisation a priority at the start of the 2019 school year and prompted a review which resulted in the 12-week program being take advantage of Council’s free program to protect their children extended to 20 weeks from January to June 2019. and the community against potentially fatal diseases. Scenic Rim health and wellbeing providers partnered with Council Scenic Rim’s School Immunisation Program is run under to deliver 61 free and low-cost activities, with indoor and outdoor an agreement between Council and Queensland Health’s pursuits for all ages and abilities to support a healthy and active Metro South Hospital and Health Services and provides free lifestyle and encourage community connections. vaccinations to secondary students at Tamborine Mountain State With activities from aqua fitness to Zumba, Council’s Be Healthy and High School, Tamborine Mountain College, Beaudesert State High Active program in 2018-19 also included canoeing, cooking classes School, McAuley College, Boonah State High School and The and card games as well as chair yoga for those with mobility issues. Kooralbyn International School. The new program saw the return of many perennial favourites Council provides all Year 7 students with two free doses of and at Tamborine Mountain aqua fitness classes were back by Human Papillomavirus (HPV) and one free dose of Diphtheria, popular demand. Line dancing, canoe polo, massage workshops Tetanus and Pertussis (whooping cough) in line with the National and piloxing - combining pilates and shadow boxing with dance Immunisation Program Schedule. moves - were among new offerings for 2019. Since 2017-18, all year 10 students have been offered one free dose There was also a range of activities to enjoy the great outdoors, of the vaccine against the Meningococcal A,C,W and Y strains as including a Bush Kindy, for children aged one to six years, and recommended by the National Immunisation Schedule. tree planting for adults, combining physical activity with positive Following clinics in October 2018 and March 2019, all data environmental action. on vaccines administered was submitted to the Australian Scenic Rim Men’s groups also joined the program to offer a Immunisation Register. number of new activities to encourage participants to become Council reviewed its Vaccine Management Protocol in September more in tune with themselves and connect with others. 2018 and in February 2019 endorsed the continuation of the 2019 The first 10 weeks of the 2019 program saw a 37 per cent increase in School Immunisation Program to December 2021. the number of participants compared with the same period in 2018. In total, 2083 immunisations were provided by Council during Attendances totalled 5296 across the 20-week program and 2018-19. participants rated an average of 27 per cent improvement in their 2016-17 2017-18 2018-19 overall health and wellbeing. SCHOOL IMMUNISATION PROGRAM - Ninety-three per cent of participants stated that they felt more VACCINES ADMINISTERED motivated to lead a healthier and more active lifestyle while 97 per cent said they intended to continue to participate in the program. Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Gardasil 4 1,732 454 N/A three-dose course To complement Council’s School Holiday program and to Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Gardasil 9 encourage families to discover the Scenic Rim’s spectacular N/A 525 1031 two-dose course commenced 2018 landscapes, the Be Healthy and Active program featured a number of outdoor-based activities. In 2018-19 this included the Diphtheria, Tetanus and Pertussis (dTpa) 524 549 571 inaugural Carp Cup (pictued below) - a family fun day to help rid Varicella (Chicken Pox) 83 N/A N/A the waterways of pest fish species - pool parties, the Extreme Ninja Warrior Challenges and nature play activities. Meningococcal ACWY N/A 231 481 EmbraceWELLNESS

SCENIC RIM REGIONAL COUNCIL 2017-18 ANNUAL REPORT 69 CELEBRATING COMMUNITY ACHIEVEMENTS A community event which lit up Beaudesert during the festive season was among the recipients of Council’s 2019 Australia Day Awards. The awards, presented by Mayor Greg Christensen at The Centre Beaudesert, honoured the groups and individuals who are vital threads in the fabric of Scenic Rim communities. For the first time, awards were presented in the categories of Community Event of the Year, Scenic Rim Citizen of the Year (16- 30 years), Scenic Rim Citizen of the Year (31-65 Years) and Scenic Rim Citizen of the Year (65+ years). An additional award, The Mayor’s Award, recognising personal achievement across all of these categories, was shared between two exceptional nominees. The awards evening, attended by more than 150 guests, featured a citizenship ceremony for nine Scenic Rim residents. It also celebrated the 70th anniversary of the National Citizenship Act which, on Australia Day 1949, introduced a unique national identity for Australians beyond their previous status as British subjects. An additional 45 Scenic Rim residents were welcomed as new Australians at citizenship ceremonies in September 2018 and June 2019.

PREPARING FOR NATURAL DISASTERS HOSTING COMMUNITY EVENTS Council asked residents to ask themselves whether they would be An International Women’s Day Breakfast and an International ready to deal with the challenge of a natural disaster, publishing a Men’s Day Dinner were among a number of free events hosted new guide to assist them in creating an emergency plan for events by Council to enrich the Scenic Rim community in 2019-19. which could be experienced in the Scenic Rim. Actor William McInnes and athlete Mark Knowles were Released in January 2019, Would You Be Ready? provides inspirational speakers at the International Men’s Day Dinner in important information on preparing for severe storms, flash November 2018, which celebrated positive male role models flooding and bushfires that could impact the region. through a lively discussion about the resilience and strength Council staff were on hand at a number of community events of family-oriented men. across the region to provide copies of the booklet which was also William McInnes, who is best known for his role in Australian made available on Council’s website. classic Blue Heelers discussed his family memories with laughs The booklet was included in kits presented to Scenic Rim and shared poignant stories from his book, Fatherhood with residents taking part in citizenship ceremonies and made available 130 guests who included members of the farming community, at new residents’ evenings at Council libraries across the region. business owners, academics, volunteers and representatives of the arts community. Copies of the booklet are also available at Council’s libraries and Hockey legend Mark Knowles told of his time at the helm of the customer service centres. Australian Kookaburras and how a boy from the bush eventually Council worked throughout 2018-19 to continue to enhance its led the Australian Commonwealth Games Team in 2018. disaster management capability and provide support to the State The International Women’s Day Breakfast in March 2019 also Emergency Service. featured inspirational guest speakers - Erica Bartle, from ethical jeans company Outland Denim, which famously dressed the Duchess of Sussex during her Australian tour - and professional off-road motorcycle racer Jemma Wilson. More than 180 guests turned out to hear how both women have made successful careers by following their passion and making a difference in the lives of other women. The Scenic Rim’s cultural centres at Beaudesert and Boonah hosted a total of 861 events during the year, with combined attendances of 31,7890 at a diverse range of exhibitions, community events, concerts and movie screenings and school holiday activities. Council also provided funding of $36,000 to 12 public halls across the region which are a managed by volunteers and add value to Scenic Rim community life. CULTURAL CENTRES 2016-17 2017-18 2018-19 CONNECTING WITH YOUNG PEOPLE Council welcomed 30 Year 10 students to its 2018 Youth Boonah functions held 303 305 312 Leadership Program in which they were coached to improve Boonah attendees 12,961 14,170 11,216 self-awareness, deliver effective presentations, make informed Beaudesert functions held 523 539 549 leadership decisions and actively contribute within a group. Beaudesert attendees 24,145 21,147 20,573 The students from Beaudesert State High School, Boonah Blast into Arts attendees 3,583 3,113 2,932 State High School, Tamborine Mountain State High School and Tamborine Mountain College met at The Centre Beaudesert in Arts Dinner attendees 368 298 154 June 2018 to be formally inducted into the program to develop leadership skills through a series of workshops presented by BOONAH Former Olympian and success coach, Selina Scoble. THE CENTRE EVENT EVENT TYPE CULTURAL BEAUDESERT TOTALS Since 2009 the program has provided a valuable learning and CENTRE networking opportunity and challenged participants to move Meetings/rehearsals 348 145 493 beyond their comfort zones. Performances 31 19 50 Guest speaker, Para-Equestrian Rider Chelsea Higgins, who Council/civic events 24 1 25 survived an horrific horse riding accident that turned her world Cultural development upside down, delivered a motivational speech to the students on 75 31 106 events how to harness adversity. Movie screenings 51 115 166 The Youth Symposium in October at The Centre Beaudesert, where the students shared their learnings and experiences, was Exhibitions 16 0 16 the culmination of the four-month program. Dinners 4 1 5 The Youth Leadership program reflects Council’s commitment Total 549 312 861 to delivering programs and projects that meet the needs of the region’s youth and provide direction for future activities for young SUPPORTING COMMUNITY AND SPORTING GROUPS people in the Scenic Rim. Council’s Community Grants Program has continued to provide financial and in-kind support to build community capacity and Council reached out to hundreds of young people aged 12 to strengthen social interaction in the Scenic Rim. 18 in March 2019 to gain an understanding of their needs and aspirations and how these could be addressed. Grants in 2018-19 enabled community groups, which rely heavily on volunteers, to host local activities, festivals and celebration The Youth Cultural Mapping Survey, facilitated by Goat Track events, purchase office and computer equipment, install minor Theatre Company, sought feedback from students from six infrastructure such as shade structures, refurbish their facilities, schools across the Scenic Rim and found that while their produce promotional material and deliver training programs for communities differed there were many similarities in the issues community members. they faced. Twelve informal grant information workshops were run by Council Key issues for young people who participated in the survey were at three locations, before each of the two funding rounds opened, transport, study and job opportunities; a lack of facilities or places to assist groups in the application process. to go and things to do; and individual wellbeing. In total, 169 applications were supported and while the number Schools which participated in the program - Beaudesert of grants approved decreased, community groups were able to State High School, Boonah State High School, The Kooralbyn access increased funding to a maximum of $5000 per grant. International School, McAuley College, Tamborine Mountain State High School and Tamborine Mountain College were invited Council’s Sport and Recreation Grants program aims to assist to be part of the youth forum to be held during the Arts Ablaze the long-term sustainability of community sport and recreation conference and festival in October 2019. groups which play a vital role in increased participation in physical activity and improving the health and wellbeing of the Scenic Rim community. Five sporting clubs from across the region shared in $58,482 for seed funding and capital projects in 2018-2019.

COMMUNITY GRANTS 2016-17 2017-18 2018-19 COMMUNITY GRANTS PAID - Number 88 62 67 - Value $112,119 $140,513 $174,014.05 IN-KIND GRANTS - Number 165 129 102 - Value $58,138 $39,863 $27,064.20

SCENIC RIM REGIONAL COUNCIL 2017-18 ANNUAL REPORT 71 FIRING UP FOR ARTS ABLAZE The Beaudesert library also provides a point of contact between Council worked closely with the community to plan for Arts the community and organisations such as Max Employment, Ablaze, the biggest arts conference and celebration ever staged in Queensland Health, Vision Australia, Mission Australia and the Wesley Mission which hosted a community Suicide Recovery and regional Queensland, to be held in the Scenic Rim in October 2019. Assistance workshop. National Disability Insurance Scheme providers In April Council called for expressions of interest from Queensland have also reached out to the community through the Beaudesert creatives to take part in the five-day event at the Ramada Resort Library and Biosecurity Queensland presented a Fire Ant awareness Kooralbyn Valley, which will showcase regional arts practice in session in 15 May 2019. This also provided the theme for the regular Queensland with creative works and guest speaker presentations children’s story time, which featured a visit by sniffer dog Flip. providing a voice for diversity. Scenic Rim libraries also assist independent students, home- Applications by artists and arts workers from diverse cultural schoolers and tutors with a range of educational resources and practical support. Monthly science, technology, maths and backgrounds were strongly encouraged, including Aboriginal and engineering (STEM) activities were delivered in Beaudesert in Torres Strait Islander people and people with disabilities. conjunction with distance education tutors from the Department Arts Ablaze will bring the arts community and Scenic Rim of Education Queensland. residents together in a cultural event from 2 to 6 October 2019 that There is a strong partnership between the libraries and the U3A is expected to attract innovators, creators and performers from a community organisation which promotes healthy ageing by around the world and 5000 visitors to the region. sharing educational, creative and leisure activities. As well as placing the Scenic Rim on the cultural map, the event is Participation has continued to grow in the First5Forever Story expected to highlight the professional development of local artists Time activities and Baby Rhyme Times hosted by Council’s and enhance the region’s reputation as a destination for large- libraries to assist parents and caregivers in developing the early scale educational and artistic events. literacy skills of children under five years of age. Local author Adam Ariel’s Story Time in the Park session at Boonah in May, Just as the Fires on Top of Mountains program brought the Scenic attended by 92 parents and children, showed the growing Rim community together in celebration of the Commonwealth popularity of the First5Forever initiative which is supported by the Games in April 2018, Arts Ablaze will feature free family events and Queensland Government. a weekend of festivities including artisan workshops, markets and food stalls. Volunteers and Friends of the Library groups help to make the libraries vibrant community spaces and focal points for Members of the community were encouraged to get behind Arts community engagement. In the fourth quarter of 2018-19 alone, Ablaze, with Council establishing monthly community meetings volunteers gave 125 hours to Beaudesert and Boonah libraries, in April 2019 at Kooralbyn and calling for volunteers to assist at the assisting with deliveries for housebound library users, school event. holiday activities and programs.

DIVERSIFYING LIBRARY SERVICES 2016-17 2017-18 2018-19 The rapidly evolving role of libraries as technology hubs was LIBRARIES reflected by the arrival of the Hublet at Beaudesert Library in - Items borrowed 261,384 247,973 223,530 May 2019. - Internet / PC Bookings 17,733 17,610 24,188 Library members are now able to book out one of six tablets for - WiFi Internet bookings 10,040 12,962 142,807 use within the library, enabling the digital divide to be crossed by - Items delivered to housebound those who do not have their own devices. 4,508 3277 2413 customers Each tablet can be borrowed for up to two hours, allowing more - storytelling attendees 5,454 5,555 6921 users to access the internet as the demand for the library’s desktop computers continues to increase. - holiday craft attendees 2,886 2,623 3178 - new members 1,952 2,185 2093 The Hublet also allows students of all ages to utilise online learning tools, books or any other e-resources, and provides children with - adult information session attendees 2,688 1,879 1919 access to a world of safe online fun. - adult regular program attendees 3,841 4,646 5380 Library across the region staff have also assisted Scenic Rim - reservations filled 22,338 20,492 20,154 seniors in becoming more tech savvy, providing Digital Days - online loans (digital resources) 7,509 10,474 22,618 sessions and one-on-one training in the use of mobile phones, - visits to libraries 202,745 205,638 199,160 tablets or laptops. Cyber safety sessions were also held at libraries to help users of digital devices protect themselves against scams and data theft. In one month alone, more than 1200 library users across the region were provided with free computer training and support, both as part of the Digital Days initiative and by library responding to individual requests. Scenic Rim’s libraries have also become popular school holiday destinations, providing a range of free activities for children of all ages. MANAGING ANIMALS PROTECTING COMMUNITY HEALTH Council joined forces with the Animal Welfare League Council continued its annual inspections of licensed food Queensland’s National Desexing Network and local vets in May premises and responded to requests concerning a range of 2019 to offer a subsidised desexing program to prevent more public health matters in 2018-19. These included complaints unwanted cats in the region. about overgrown allotments, unsightly properties and unsanitary premises and issues regarding noise, dust, smoke or odour. As uncontrolled breeding leads to abandoned cats or feral cats On notification by police of the detection of clandestine drug that cause harm to other domestic animals and native wildlife, laboratories, Council is now responsible for assisting in the the desexing program represents an investment by Council in management of the public health risks associated with this illegal protecting pets and the Scenic Rim’s natural environment. activity. Council is also responsible for regulating activities relating Eligible Scenic Rim residents on a pension or low income paid just to asbestos in non-workplaces, investigating works associated $35 to desex their male cats and $55 for the first female cat, with with its removal. the charge for desexing additional female cats only $35. 2016-17 2017-18 2018-19 The response from the community was so positive that a second subsidised cat desexing program will be offered early in the 2019- ENVIRONMENTAL AND 20 financial year. PUBLIC HEALTH LICENSING Food 402 382 416 While there was an increase in the number of cats impounded in 2018-19, there was another significant reduction in the number of Personal Appearance Services 4 3 2 impounded dogs since 2017-18 and the previous year. All Local Law Licences (advertisements, 374 384 367 Council makes every effort to reunite impounded animals with kennels, events) their owners, including via the use of social media. SERVICE REQUESTS INVESTIGATED Unclaimed impounded animals are also offered for rehoming Health Services 1,894 1,911 1853 through a range of animal welfare organisations and Council Environmental Policy and Services 56 65 95 has used Facebook to promote the adoption of cats suitable for Compliance Services 395 411 443 rehoming. An increased number of complaints received by Council in relation to wandering livestock in 2018-19 was due largely to animals seeking feed on roadsides during dry conditions.

2016-17 2017-18 2018-19 DOGS Registered at end of period 5,519 5,124 5101 Impounded 304 242 196 Impounded and returned to owner 116 102 71 Impounded and rehomed 108 93 101 Impounded and euthanised 80 43 24 CATS Impounded 278 256 283 Impounded and Returned to owner 8 13 20 Impounded and re-homed 161 118 103 Impounded and euthanised 109 125 160 ANIMALS REPORTED LOST/FOUND BY THE PUBLIC Animals reported lost 286 42 234 Animals reported found 61 7 35

LOOKING AHEAD Council’s 2019-20 Budget includes $100,000 for its Sport and Active Recreation Grants Program to support local groups to undertake infrastructure or facility improvements or to purchase equipment. Organisations and events which add value to the community have been allocated $195,000 through the Community Grants Program. The Be Healthy and Active Program has been further extended to deliver free and low-cost activities over 12 months.

SCENIC RIM REGIONAL COUNCIL 2017-18 ANNUAL REPORT 73 EmbraceKNOWLEDGE STATUTORY INFORMATION

This section of the report contains information which is prescribed by the Local Government Act 2009 and Local Government Regulation 2012 to be disclosed in Council’s annual report for the period.

LOCAL GOVERNMENT ACT 2009 LOCAL GOVERNMENT REGULATION 2012 s45 Significant business activities s183 Financial Statements (a) During the period Council operated the following (a) The general purpose financial statement is shown on Business Activities: pages ?? to ??. - Roads (b) The current year financial sustainability statement is - Waste collection shown on page ?? - Building certification (c) The long-term financial sustainability statement is (b) None of the above activities satisfied the statutory shown on page ??. threshold for classification as a significant business activity. (d The Auditor-General’s audit reports about the general purpose financial statements and the current year (c) Council applied the competitive neutrality principle to sustainability statement. these business activities. s184 Community Financial Report (d) None of these business activities commenced operations during the period. The Community Financial Report for the period is shown on pages 16 to 21. s201 Remuneration paid to Senior Management Employees s185 Particular resolutions The value of remuneration packages of senior management (a) No resolutions were passed during the period to employees was: amend the Expenses Reimbursement Policy.

EFFECTIVE 30/06/2019 NUMBER OF SENIOR (b) At the Council meeting held on 23 April 2019, Council MANAGEMENT resolved to amend the threshold for recognition of non-current physical assets for Resheeting and $200,000 - $299,999 4 shoulder Resheeting works from $2,000 to $10,000. $300,000 - $399,999 1 All other thresholds for the recognition of non-current physical assets remained unchanged. s186 Councillors (a) Remuneration and superannuation payments to Councillors during 2018-19 were as follows:

COUNCILLOR REMUNERATION SUPERANNUATION TOTAL Gregory Christensen $127,791 $15,335 $143,126 Nigel Waistell $67,888 $8,147 $76,035 Nadia O'Carroll $67,888 $8,147 $76,035 Virginia West $67,888 $8,146 $76,034 Michael Enright $67,888 $8,147 $76,035 Richard Stanfield $79,224 $9,507 $88,731 Duncan McInnes $68,534 $8,224 $76,758 (b) The cost of expenses incurred by, and the facilities provided to Councillors in 2018-19 was as follows:

MOBILE COUNCIL TRAINING AND VEHICLE KM COUNCILLOR TOTAL DEVICES VEHICLES CONFERENCES TRAVELLED Gregory Christensen $856 $8,888 $1,116 $10,860 49,794 Nigel Waistell $857 $4,511 $153 $5,521 23,557 Nadia O'Carroll $856 $3,872 $153 $4,881 20,775 Virginia West $859 $6,451 $2,343 $9,653 22,102 Michael Enright $520 $2,015 $2,351 $4,886 10,980 Richard Stanfield $860 $2,059 $3,132 $6,051 19,583 Duncan McInness $875 $4,620 $2,358 $7,853 18,061 Total spend printing and stationery for Councillors: $642

SCENIC RIM REGIONAL COUNCIL 2017-18 ANNUAL REPORT 75 (c) Meeting attendances for the year were as follows:

CORPORATE AND PLANNING AND FINANCE COUNCILLOR ORDINARY (12) SPECIAL (1) COMMUNITY SERVICES DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE (12) COMMITTEE (12) COMMITTEE (12) Gregory Christensen 12 1 12 12 12 Nigel Waistell 11 1 11 11 11 Nadia O'Carroll 11 1 12 12 12 Virginia West 12 1 11 11 11 Michael Enright 12 1 12 12 12 Richard Stanfield 10 1 9 9 9 Duncan McInnes 11 1 12 12 12 s186 Reporting as required by Local Government Regulation 2012 The statistics for complaints made against Councillors for 2018-19 are separated into two parts. In December 2018 amendments were made to the Local Government Act 2009 to remove Councils from the initial investigation of Councillor complaints. All complaints against Councillors that Council receives are now referred to the Queensland Independent Assessor.

FOR THE PERIOD 1 JULY 2018 TO 2 DECEMBER 2018 1. THE TOTAL NUMBER OF THE FOLLOWING DURING THE FINANCIAL YEAR - (i) orders and recommendations made under S180(2) or (4) of the Act; and 0 (ii) orders made under S181; and 2 2. EACH OF THE FOLLOWING DURING THE FINANCIAL YEAR - (i) the name of each Councillor for whom an order or recommendation was made 1. Cr Nigel Waistell* under S180 of the Act or an order was made under S181 of the Act; 2. Cr Nigel Waistell* 1. Inappropriate Conduct* (ii) a description of the misconduct or inappropriate conduct engaged in by each of the Councillors; Alleged breach of section 176 of the Local Government Act 2009 by sending emails to external parties in January 2018. 2. Inappropriate Conduct* Alleged breach of section 176 of the Local Government Act 2009 by giving instructions on four occasions to a local government employee between January and March 2018. 1. 30/11/2018* (iii) a summary of the order or recommendation made for each Councillor; and Sustained - Order of Reprimand 2. 14/11/2018* Dismissed by the Conduct Review Panel under preliminary dealing with complaints before a hearing 3. THE NUMBER OF EACH OF THE FOLLOWING DURING THE FINANCIAL YEAR (i) complaints about the conduct or performance of Councillors for which no 0 further action was taken under S176C (2) of the Act; (ii) complaints referred to the department’s chief executive under S176C (3) (a)(i) 0 of the Act; (iii) complaints referred to the mayor under S176C(3)(a) (ii) or (b)(i) of the Act; 0 (iv) complaints referred to the department’s chief executive under S176C(4)(a) of 0 the Act; (v) complaints assessed by the chief executive officer as being about corrupt 0 conduct under the Crime and Corruption Act; (vi) complaints heard by a regional conduct review panel; 2* (vii) complaints heard by the tribunal; 2* (viii) complaints to which S176C (6) of the Act applied. 0 *Complaint not resolved in 2017-18 FOR THE PERIOD 3 DECEMBER 2018 TO 30 JUNE 2018: 1. THE TOTAL NUMBER OF THE FOLLOWING (i) orders made under section 150I(2) of the Act 0 (ii) orders made under section 150AH(1) of the Act; 0 (iii) decisions, orders and recommendations made under section 150AR(1) of the 0 Act; and 2. EACH OF THE FOLLOWING DURING THE FINANCIAL YEAR - (i) The name of each Councillor for whom a decision, order or recommendation Nil mentioned in paragraph (1) was made (ii) A description of the unsuitable meeting conduct, inappropriate conduct or Nil misconduct engaged in by each of the Councillors; (iii) A summary of the decision, order or recommendation made for each Nil Councillor; and 3. THE NUMBER OF EACH OF THE FOLLOWING - (i) complaints referred to the assessor under section 150P(2)(a) of the Act by the local government; a Councillor of the local government and the chief executive 11 officer of the local government. (ii) matters, mentioned in section 150P(3) of the Act, notified to the Crime and 0 Corruption Commission (iii) notices given under section 150R(2) of the Act; 1 (iv) notices given under section 150S(2)(a) of the Act 0 (v) decisions made under section 150W(a), (b) and (d) of the Act; 12 (vi) decisions made under section 150W(a) to dismiss a complaint under section 11 150X (vii) referral notices accompanied by a recommendation mentioned in section 1* 150AC(3)(a) of the Act (viii) occasions information was given under section 150AF(4)(a) of the Act 0 (ix) occasions the local government asked another entity to investigate, under chapter 5A, part 3, division 5 of the Act for the local government, the 0 suspected inappropriate conduct of a Councillor (x) applications heard by the conduct tribunal about the alleged misconduct of a 0 Councillor *Not resolved at end of period s187 Administrative Action Complaints A report regarding implementation of Council’s Administrative Action Complaints Process is shown on Page 49. s188 Overseas Travel The Annual Report for a financial year must contain information about any overseas travel made by a Councillor or local government employee in an official capacity during the financial year. No overseas travel was undertaken by the Councillors or Council employees in an official capacity during 2018-19.

SCENIC RIM REGIONAL COUNCIL 2017-18 ANNUAL REPORT 77 s189 Expenditure on grants to community The following registers were kept by Council during organisations 2018-19: (a) Grants from Council Programs were: - Register of Interests

PROGRAM GRANTS PAID - Outcomes of Complaints against Councillors Community Grants program $203,898 - Register of Delegations Public Halls Assistance Program $36,000 - Council Policies Environmental Grants program $102,000 - Register of Local Laws Regional arts Development Fund $70,000 - Register of Cost Recovery Fees Sport and Recreation Grants $58,482 - Register of Impounded Animals (b) Council did not operate Councillor discretionary - Dog Registry funds during the period. - Road Map and Register s190 Other Matters - Asset Register (1) The annual report for a financial year must contain the following information: - Register of Council Business Activities (a) The Chief Executive Officer’s assessment of the - Register of Pre-qualified suppliers local government’s progress towards implementing - Register of On-site Sewerage and Greywater Facilities its five-year corporate plan and annual operation plan. - Register of Backflow Prevention Devices The assessment of Council’s implementation - Burial Register of the Corporate Plan Scenic Rim 2023 and the - Related Parties Register Operational Plan 2018-19 is included on pages 22 to 29. - Infrastructure Charges Register (b) Particulars of other issues relevant to making an - Register of Resolutions About Land Subject to Flooding informed assessment of the local government’s operations and performance in the financial year. - Register of Notices given under s251 Building Act Pages 30 to 72 provide a detailed assessment of - Register of Pest Control and Entry Notices Council’s performance for the year. - Register of Development Applications (c) An annual operations report for each commercial - Register of Decision Notices re Development business unit. Applications Council did not operate any commercial business - Register of Exemptions From Pool Safety Regulations units during 2018-19. - Register of Budget Accommodation Premises. (d) Details of any action taken for, and expenditure on, a service, facility or activity supplied by another local government under an agreement for conducting a joint government activity and for which the local government levied special rates or charges for the financial year. Council did not levy any special rates or charges for a service, facility or activity supplied by another local government. (e) The number of invitations to change tenders under s228(7) during the financial year. No invitations to change tenders were issued during the year. (f) A list of registers kept by the local government. (g) A summary of all concessions for rates and In 2018-19, Council granted a full rebate of the general rate, charges granted by the local government. separate charge and the waste disposal utility charge to: In accordance with section 130 of the Regulation, • Numerous community service organisations as listed a discount of five per cent was allowed on general in the Revenue Statement; rates only for the 2018-19 financial year, only if the • Sporting groups and associations on Council-owned total amount of all rates and charges included on and controlled land that do not have a liquor licence; an assessment for which the discount is allowed and all overdue rates and charges, is received by • Stock dips and pump sites held separately from the Council on or before the due date for payment, balance of holdings or held separately by trustees; which is at least 30 days from date of issue shown and on the rate notice. Land identified as Historic Subdivisions under the Boonah At the Ordinary Meeting of Council held on 25 Shire Council Planning Scheme. February, clarification was sought by Council Council also granted a rebate of the lesser of $100 or officers around the applicability of conditions 10 per cent of the gross rates and charges levied on contained within the Rates Discount Policy on those rateable properties owned and occupied by totally and properties that were directly affected by the onset permanently incapacitated (TPI) veterans holding a TPI of drought conditions (deemed a Natural Disaster Gold Card. Event). Clarification was provided to Council officers around the eligibility factors so as to eliminate doubt (h) The report on the internal audit for the financial as to whether or not granting of considerations in year is shown on page xxx. the Policy were to be applicable. During 2018-19 financial year there was one application received by (i) A summary of investigation notices given in the Council seeking consideration and subsequently financial year under s49 for competitive neutrality granted an extension of the discount period to a complaints and (j) the local government’s further three months. responses in the financial year on the Queensland Competition Authority’s recommendations on any As part of Council’s commitment to preserving competitive neutrality complaints under s52(3). the environment, a whole or partial concession on the General Rate was provided to owners of Council did not receive any investigation notices about land who entered into a Voluntary Conservation competitive neutrality complaints and no competitive Covenant and/or a Voluntary Conservation neutrality complaint reports were received or responses Agreement, depending on the portion of the area required during the period. of the conservation area defined in the Voluntary Conservation Covenant/Agreement for the total area of land.

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FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

Scenic Rim Regional Council Financial Statements For the year ended 30 June 2019

Table of Contents

Statement of Comprehensive Income Statement of Financial Position Statement of Cash Flows Statement of Changes in Equity Notes to the Financial Statements 1 Significant accounting policies 2 Analysis of results by function 3 Rates and utility charges 4 Fees and charges 5 Other revenues 6 Grants, subsidies, contributions and donations 7 Employee expenses 8 Materials and services 9 Depreciation and amortisation 10 Cash and cash equivalents 11 Trade and other receivables 12 Investment in associate 13 Property, plant and equipment 14 Fair value measurements 15 Trade and other payables 16 Borrowings 17 Provisions 18 Other liabilities 19 Asset revaluation surplus 20 Commitments for expenditure 21 Contingent liabilities 22 Superannuation - Regional defined benefit fund 23 Trust funds 24 Reconciliation of net operating surplus to net cash inflow / (outflow) from operating activities 25 Reconciliation of liabilities arising from financing activities 26 Financial instruments 27 Significant events 28 Events after the reporting period 29 National competition policy 30 Transactions with related parties Management Certificate Independent Auditor's Report Current Year Financial Sustainability Statement Long Term Financial Sustainability Statement (Unaudited)

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Page 1 Scenic Rim Regional Council Statement of Comprehensive Income For the year ended 30 June 2019 Note 2019 2018 $'000 $'000

Income Recurrent revenue Rates and utility charges 3 52,742 50,517 Fees and charges 4 4,803 5,279 Interest received 2,424 2,279 Sales of contract and recoverable works 4,505 5,620 Share of profit from associate 12 2,361 2,639 Other revenues 5 2,964 3,169 Grants, subsidies, contributions and donations 6 i) 4,370 4,372 Total recurrent revenue 74,169 73,875

Capital revenue Grants, subsidies, contributions and donations 6 ii) 36,135 38,243

Total revenue 110,304 112,118

Capital income 67 161

Total income 110,371 112,279

Expenses Recurrent expenses Employee expenses 7 29,855 28,747 Materials and services 8 25,320 23,387 Finance costs 1,204 1,142 Depreciation and amortisation 9 15,960 16,101 Total recurrent expenses 72,339 69,377

Capital expenses 2,560 8,192

Total expenses 74,899 77,569

Net result 35,472 34,710

Other comprehensive income Items that will not be reclassified to net result Increase / (decrease) in asset revaluation surplus 19 72,010 19,729

Total comprehensive income for the year 107,482 54,439

The above statement should be read in conjunction with the accompanying notes.

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Page 2 Scenic Rim Regional Council Statement of Financial Position As at 30 June 2019 Note 2019 2018 $'000 $'000

Current assets Cash and cash equivalents 10 38,110 45,862 Trade and other receivables 11 6,072 11,627 Inventories 1,061 933 Other assets 502 503 Total current assets 45,745 58,925

Non-current assets Trade and other receivables 11 14,676 14,676 Investment in associate 12 35,987 35,220 Intangible assets 365 526 Property, plant and equipment 13 (h) 860,557 738,326 Total non-current assets 911,585 788,748

Total assets 957,330 847,673

Current liabilities Trade and other payables 15 12,547 15,642 Borrowings 16 1,696 1,233 Provisions 17 6,008 5,913 Other liabilities 18 1,343 5 Total current liabilities 21,594 22,793

Non-current liabilities Borrowings 16 25,025 21,981 Provisions 17 1,815 1,485 Total non-current liabilities 26,840 23,466

Total liabilities 48,434 46,259

Net assets 908,896 801,414

Equity Accumulated surplus 631,863 596,391 Asset revaluation surplus 19 277,033 205,023 Total equity 908,896 801,414

The above statement should be read in conjunction with the accompanying notes.

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Page 3 Scenic Rim Regional Council Statement of Cash Flows For the year ended 30 June 2019 Note 2019 2018 $'000 $'000

Cash flows from operating activities Inflows: Receipts from customers 77,309 71,743 Interest received 2,416 2,294 Grants, subsidies and contributions 4,396 4,346

Outflows: Payments to suppliers and employees (63,861) (55,469) Interest expense (1,192) (1,118) Net cash inflow / (outflow) from operating activities 24 19,068 21,796

Cash flows from investing activities Inflows: Proceeds from sale of property plant and equipment 1,177 1,556 Grants, subsidies and contributions for capital acquisitions 37,794 32,672 Dividend received from associate 1,849 1,961

Outflows: Payments for property, plant and equipment (71,147) (43,341) Net cash inflow / (outflow) from investing activities (30,327) (7,152)

Cash flows from financing activities Inflows: Proceeds from borrowings 4,700 3,000

Outflows: Repayment of borrowings (1,193) (1,037) Net cash inflow / (outflow) from financing activities 25 3,507 1,963

Net increase / (decrease) in cash held (7,752) 16,607 Cash at beginning of reporting period 45,862 29,255 Cash at end of reporting period 10 38,110 45,862

The above statement should be read in conjunction with the accompanying notes.

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Page 4 Scenic Rim Regional Council Statement of Changes in Equity For the year ended 30 June 2019 Accumulated Asset Total surplus revaluation surplus (Note 19) $'000 $'000 $'000

Balance as at 1 July 2018 596,391 205,023 801,414

Net operating result 35,472 0 35,472 Other comprehensive income Revaluations of property, plant and equipment 0 72,018 72,018 Change in value of future rehabilitation cost 0 (8) (8) Total comprehensive income for the year 35,472 72,010 107,482

Balance as at 30 June 2019 631,863 277,033 908,896

Balance as at 1 July 2017 561,681 185,294 746,975

Net operating result 34,710 0 34,710 Other comprehensive income Revaluations of property, plant and equipment 0 19,740 19,740 Change in value of future rehabilitation cost 0 (11) (11) Total comprehensive income for the year 34,710 19,729 54,439

Balance as at 30 June 2018 596,391 205,023 801,414

The above statement should be read in conjunction with the accompanying notes.

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Page 5 Scenic Rim Regional Council Notes to the financial statements For the year ended 30 June 2019

1 Significant Accounting olicies

1A Basis of preparation

hese general purpose financial statements are for the period 1 July 2018 to 30 June 2019 hey are prepared in accordance ith the ocal overnment ct and the ocal overnment egulation

hey comply ith ustralian ccounting tandards and nterpretations issued by the ustralian ccounting tandards oard () Council is a notforprofit entity and the ustralian ccounting tandards include requirements for notforprofit entities hich are inconsistent ith nternational Financial Reporting tandards (FR) herefore in some instances these financial statements do not comply ith FR he main impacts are the offsetting of revaluation gains and losses ithin a class of assets and the timing of recognition of non reciprocal grant revenue

hese financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention ecept here stated

1B Constitution he cenic Rim Regional Council is constituted under the ueensland ocal overnment ct and is domiciled in ustralia

1C Ne and revised accounting standards his year Council has applied inancial nstruments for the first time 9 replaces 139 and relates to the recognition, classification and measurement of financial assets and financial liabilities mplementing 9 has resulted in a change to the ay council calculates impairment provisions, hich are no based on epected credit losses instead of incurred credit losses

On 1 July 2018 (the date of initial application), council reassessed the classification, measurement category and carrying amount of each financial instrument (listed belo) in accordance ith 9 here ere no changes to the classification and this has not resulted in a material impact on the financial statements

easurement Category Financial asset liability (unchanged) Cash and cash equivalents mortised cost rade and other receivables mortised cost rade and other payables mortised cost orroings mortised cost

ome ustralian ccounting tandards and nterpretations have been issued but are not yet effective hose standards have not been applied in these financial statements Council ill implement them hen they are effective he standards that may have a material impact on local government financial statements are

AASB 15 Revenue from Contracts with Customers, AASB 1058 Income of Not-for-Profit Entities and AASB 2016-8 Amendments to Australian Accounting Standards - Australian Implementation Guidance for Not-for-Profit Entities

1058 clarifies and simplifies the income recognition requirements that apply to nottoprofit (NF) entities, in conunction ith 15, and 20168 hese tandards supersede the maority of income recognition requirements relating to public sector NF entities, previously in 1004 Contributions and it is epected to have a material impact upon Councils future financial statements he standards have an effective date of 1 July 2019

dentifiable impacts at the date of this report are

ome grants that are received by Council in advance ill be recognised as a liability, and subsequently recognised progressively as revenue as Council satisfies its performance obligations under the grant t present, such grants are recognised as revenue upfront

ome grants that are received by Council in arrears ill be recognised as a receivable and revenue as Council satisfies its performance obligations under the grant t present, such grants are recognised as revenue on receipt

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1 Significant Accounting olicies

rants that are not enforceable andor not sufficiently specific ill not qualify for deferral, and continue to be recognised as revenue as soon as they are controlled Council receives several grants from the Federal overnment and tate overnment for hich there are no sufficiently specific performance obligations hese are epected to continue being recognised as revenue upfront assuming no change to the current grant arrangements

ased on Councils initial assessment, if Council had adopted the ne standards in the current financial year the approimate impacts ould be as follos

rants received in advance • revenue decrease of 3,298,905 due to deferral of grant funding (based on the facts available to Council at the date of assessment) • there ould be an equal reduction in the reported equity as the reduced revenue ill require an increase in recognition of contract liabilities • the net result ould be loer on initial application as a result of decreased revenue

rants received in arrears • revenue increase of 9,462,249 due to recognition of grant funding (based on the facts available to Council at the date of assessment) • there ould be an equal increase in the reported equity as the increased revenue ill require an increase in recognition of contract receivables • the net result ould be higher on initial application as a result of increased revenue

Transition method he Council intends to apply 15, 1058 and 20168 initially using the partial retrospective approach hereby no restatement of comparatives is required and recognising the cumulative effect as an adustment to equity as at the date of initial application (1 July 2019)

AASB 16 Leases

he Council has assessed the impacts of the ne standard that initial application of 16 ill have on its consolidated financial statements, hoever, the actual impacts may differ as the ne accounting policies are subect to change until the Council presents its first financial statements that include the date of initial application

16 introduces a single, onbalance sheet lease accounting model for lessees lessee recognises a rightofuse asset representing its right to use the underlying asset and a lease liability representing its obligation to mae lease payments here are recognition eemptions for shortterm leases and leases of lo value items essor accounting remains similar to the current standard – ie lessors continue to classify leases as finance or operating leases

Council has elected not to recognise leases under the 16 as they have been assessed as being lo value assets under the standard

he effective date of the standard is 1 July 2019 and Council does not epect it to have a material impact on the financial statements

1 Estimates and udgements here necessary udgements, estimates and assumptions have been used in preparing these financial statements hose that have a significant effect, or ris of causing an adustment to councils assets or liabilities relate to

• aluation of property, plant and equipment Note 13 and Note 14 • epreciation of property, plant and equipment Note 9 and Note 13 • rants and subsidies – Note 6 • rovisions Note 17 • ayables Note 15 • Contingent liabilities Note 21

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1 Significant Accounting olicies

1E Rounding and comparatives mounts included in the financial statements have been rounded to the nearest 1,000

Comparative information has been restated here necessary to be consistent ith disclosures in the current reporting period

1 Taation ncome of local authorities and public authorities is eempt from Commonealth taation ecept for Fringe enefits a and oods and ervices a () he net amount of recoverable from the O or payable to the O is shon as an asset or liability respectively

Council has a participating interest in the Central istributorRetailer uthority (trading as ) governed by a articipation greement he uthority is subect to the ocal overnment a quivalents Regime (R) nder the R the uthority is required to mae income ta equivalent payments to Council in accordance ith the requirements of the articipation greement ncome ta equivalent payments from the uthority are recognised as revenue hen the significant riss and reards related to the corresponding assets have been transferred to Council

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2 Analysis of results by function

(a) Components of Council functions

The activities relating to the Council's components reported on in Note 2(b) are as follows :

Works The objective of this function is to ensure the community is serviced by a high quality and effective road network. The function provides construction and maintenance works on Council's road and bridge network.

Waste management The objective of this function is to protect and support our community and natural environment by sustainably managing waste. The function provides waste collection and disposal services.

Infrastructure services The objective of this function is to provide professional services to assist with infrastructure construction, maintenance and asset management. This includes the provision of design services, asset management, facility management and fleet management services.

Executive / people and strategy The objective of this function is to provide high quality support to the Mayor and Councillors and Chief Executive Officer including communications and engagement. This function also includes the provision of the human resources function across all of Council.

Finance and information services The objective of this function includes the provision of professional financial and information services across all of Council. The function includes finance, information technology and records.

Customer and regional prosperity This function includes community and culture, health, building and environment services, planning services, governance and disaster management. The objectives of the function include:

Community services - assist in building community capacity through sport, recreation, arts and culture. Provide a strong advocacy for quality health, social services education and training services. Encourage local investment and sustainable business practices, and provide appropriate tools, opportunities, incentives and support to the business sector.

Health, building and environment - deliver public health and safety risk management initiatives, education and healthy lifestyle programs. Provide streamlined and practical regulatory services. Conserve, protect and enhance the region's unique biodiversity, scenic vistas, natural resources and ecological processes.

Planning - facilitate the regions growth and prosperity through well planned and quality development. Governance - provides the framework to ensure that Council complies with its legislative requirements and facilitates processes for accountability and transparent decision making, performance management and ethical behaviour.

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2 (b) Revenue, expenses and assets have been attributed to the following functions:

Year ended 30 June 2019 Functions Income Total Total Net Assets Grants Other income expenses result for period

2019 2019 2019 2019 2019 2019 $'000 $'000 $'000 $'000 $'000 $'000

Works 32,612 4,406 37,018 28,370 8,648 686,747 Waste management 107 8,099 8,206 6,930 1,276 8,400 Infrastructure services 3,333 1,605 4,938 10,533 (5,595) 108,885 Executive / people and strategy 91 1 92 4,086 (3,994) 0 Finance and information services 3,321 52,533 55,854 9,586 46,268 153,298 Customer and regional prosperity 1,041 3,222 4,263 15,394 (11,131) 0 Total 40,505 69,866 110,371 74,899 35,472 957,330

Year ended 30 June 2018 Functions Income Total Total Net Assets Grants Other income expenses result for period

2018 2018 2018 2018 2018 2018 $'000 $'000 $'000 $'000 $'000 $'000

Works 33,658 5,589 39,247 27,444 11,803 574,131 Waste management 0 7,689 7,689 11,581 (3,892) 8,395 Infrastructure services 1,821 1,600 3,421 9,453 (6,032) 109,677 Executive 17 0 17 3,794 (3,777) 0 Finance and information services 6,001 51,298 57,299 9,285 48,014 155,470 Regional services 1,119 3,487 4,606 16,012 (11,406) 0 Total 42,616 69,663 112,279 77,569 34,710 847,673

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3 Rates and utility charges

Rates are recognised as revenue at the start of the rating period.

General rates 42,228 40,817 Separate rates 6,348 6,065 Special rates 0 11 Garbage charges 5,923 5,306 Rates and utility charge revenue 54,499 52,199 Less: Discounts (1,757) (1,682) Net rates and utility charges 52,742 50,517

4 Fees and charges

Fees and charges are recognised upon unconditional entitlement to the funds. Generally this is upon lodgement of the relevant applications or documents, issuing of the infringement notice or when the service is provided. Animal management fees 237 233 Building fees 963 1,189 Caravan park fees 386 379 Cemetery fees 388 292 Document lodgement fees 211 225 Food premises licencing fees 176 162 Planning application fees 811 860 Refuse tipping fees 946 966 Search fees 195 220 Subdivision fees 140 319 Other fees and charges 350 434 4,803 5,279

5 Other revenues

Cultural centre revenues 198 246 Rental fees 96 108 Tax equivalent - Queensland Urban Utilities 988 1,157 Waste charges from Logan City Council 752 1,073 Fuel rebates 246 251 Other revenues 684 334 2,964 3,169

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SCENIC RIM REGIONAL COUNCIL 2018-19 ANNUAL REPORT 91 Scenic Rim Regional Council Notes to the financial statements For the year ended 30 June 2019 2019 2018 $'000 $'000 6 Grants, subsidies, contributions and donations

Grants, subsidies and contributions that are non-reciprocal in nature are recognised as revenue in the year in which Council obtains control over them. Where grants are received that are reciprocal in nature, revenue is recognised as the various performance obligations under the funding agreement are fulfilled. Council does not currently have any reciprocal grants.

Non-cash contributions with a value in excess of the recognition thresholds set out in Note 13(a) are recognised as revenue and as non-current assets. Non-cash contributions below the thresholds are recorded as revenue and expenses.

Physical assets contributed to Council by developers in the form of road works, stormwater infrastructure and park equipment are recognised as revenue when the development becomes "on maintenance" (i.e. the Council obtains control of the assets and becomes liable for any ongoing maintenance) and there is sufficient data in the form of drawings and plans to determine the approximate specifications and values of such assets. All non-cash contributions are recognised at the fair value of the contribution received on the date of acquisition.

i) Recurrent - grants and subsidies, and other contributions are analysed as follows: Commonwealth general purpose grant 3,321 3,036 Other commonwealth government grants 6 357 State government subsidies & grants 791 811 Contributions 252 168 Total recurrent grants, subsidies, contributions and donations 4,370 4,372

ii) Capital - grants and subsidies, other contributions and donations are analysed as follows: a) Monetary revenue designated for capital funding purposes: Commonwealth government grants 2,500 2,104 State Government subsidies & grants 32,680 26,818 Contributions 748 5,269 35,928 34,191

b) Non-monetary revenue received is analysed as follows: Roads and drainage contributed by developers at fair value 0 3,432 Other physical assets contributed by developers at fair value 207 620 207 4,052

Total capital grants, subsidies, contributions and donations 36,135 38,243

Conditions over contributions

Contributions recognised as income during the reporting period and which were obtained on the condition that they be expended in a manner specified by the contributor but had not been expended at the reporting date:

Non-reciprocal grants for expenditure on infrastructure 3,299 2,627

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92 SCENIC RIM REGIONAL COUNCIL 2018-19 ANNUAL REPORT Scenic Rim Regional Council Notes to the financial statements For the year ended 30 June 2019 2019 2018 $'000 $'000 7 Employee expenses Note

Total staff wages and salaries 27,406 27,227 Councillors' remuneration 548 536 Annual, sick and long service leave entitlements 3,245 2,885 Superannuation 22 3,456 3,349 Other employee related expenses 1,067 1,326 35,722 35,323 Less: Capitalised employee expenses (5,867) (6,576) 29,855 28,747

Councillor remuneration represents salary, and other allowances paid in respect of carrying out their duties.

Total Council employees at end of reporting period: Elected members 7 7 Administration staff 207 206 Depot and outdoors staff 180 182 Total full time equivalent employees 394 395

8 Materials and services

Audit of annual financial statements by the Auditor-General of Queensland 135 130 Cultural services 326 357 Donations paid 366 511 IT systems maintenance 2,027 1,513 Maintenance and operations - facilities 4,672 4,133 Maintenance and operations - fleet 2,980 2,868 Maintenance and operations - parks, gardens and cemeteries 932 780 Maintenance and operations - roads and bridges 4,021 2,408 Maintenance and operations - waste facilities 798 791 Insurance 426 456 Office expenses 499 415 Pest and animal management 350 340 Recoverable works 1,881 2,331 Rentals - operating leases 236 200 Economic development 596 492 Waste collection contract 2,907 2,778 Legal costs 1,430 2,367 Other materials and services 3,674 3,924 28,256 26,794 Less: Capitalised fleet expenses (2,936) (3,407) 25,320 23,387

9 Depreciation and amortisation

Depreciation expense 13 15,815 15,958 Amortisation expense - intangible assets 145 143 15,960 16,101

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SCENIC RIM REGIONAL COUNCIL 2018-19 ANNUAL REPORT 93 Scenic Rim Regional Council Notes to the financial statements For the year ended 30 June 2019 2019 2018 $'000 $'000 10 Cash and cash equivalents

Cash and cash equivalents includes cash on hand, all cash and cheques receipted but not banked at 30 June 2019, deposits held at call with financial institutions, and other short-term, highly liquid investments that are readily convertible to known amounts of cash at the Council’s option and that are subject to a low risk of changes in value. The Council considers all its term deposits, being readily convertible to cash, to be cash equivalents.

Cash and deposits at call are held in normal savings and business accounts. As at 30 June 2019 Council held deposits with the following financial institutions (77% of deposits are held with the Queensland Treasury Corporation):

S&P Short Term Rating National Australia Bank A1+ Queensland Treasury Corporation A1+ Suncorp Bank A1 Bendigo and Adelaide Bank - Canungra Branch A2 Bendigo and Adelaide Bank - Kalbar Branch A2 Australian Unity Bank A2 Queensland Country Credit Union Unrated ME Bank A2

Council has no bank overdraft facility.

Cash at bank and on hand 256 1,088 Term deposits at variable interest rates 37,854 44,774 Balance as per statement of cash flows 38,110 45,862

Externally imposed expenditure restrictions at the reporting date relate to the following cash assets: Unspent government grants and subsidies 3,299 2,627 Unspent loan monies 871 0

Cash and cash equivalents at 30 June 2019 includes $1,309,751 received from the State government to mitigate the direct impacts on households of the State Waste Levy, which comes into effect from 1 July 2019. This money has been set aside to help fund the Council’s 2019-20 Levy expense.

11 Trade and other receivables

Trade debtors are recognised at the amounts due at the time of sale or service delivery, settlement on trade debtors being generally required within 30 days from the invoice date. The collectability of receivables is assessed periodically with an allowance being made for impairment if required. Refer to Note 26(b) for more information.

The loan to Queensland Urban Utilities is carried at amortised cost and is an interest only loan.

Current Rates and utility charges 1,776 1,894 GST recoverable 605 208 Other debtors 3,691 9,525 6,072 11,627

Interest is charged on outstanding rates at a rate of 11% per annum. No interest is charged on other debtors. There is no concentration of credit risk for rates and utility charges, fees and other debtors receivable.

Non-current Shareholder loan - Queensland Urban Utilities 14,676 14,676 14,676 14,676

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94 SCENIC RIM REGIONAL COUNCIL 2018-19 ANNUAL REPORT Scenic Rim Regional Council Notes to the financial statements For the year ended 30 June 2019 2019 2018 $'000 $'000 12 Investment in associate

Name of the associate - Queensland Urban Utilities Principal activity - Water and sewerage services Proportion of ownership interest - 1.042%

Participation rights held in Queensland Urban Utilities (QUU) are accounted for using the equity method to reflect Council's significant influence on QUU. The initial value of the participating rights on 1 July 2010 was calculated using a regulatory asset base valuation, and by applying a ratio agreed by the participating Councils and QUU. The value at year end includes Council's share of QUU's profit and other comprehensive income at 30 June 2019.

Council's investment in the associate comprises: Participation rights 35,987 35,220

Details of movements in participation rights Opening balance 35,220 34,308 Plus share of profit of associate 2,361 2,639 Less participation return received and accrued (1,594) (1,727) Closing balance at end of year 35,987 35,220

Extract from the associates statement of comprehensive income: Revenue 1,377,569 1,348,322 Net profit 226,554 253,281

Extract from the associates statement of financial position: Current assets 240,263 332,971 Non-current assets 5,787,505 5,569,303 6,027,768 5,902,274

Current liabilities 323,086 301,705 Non-current liabilities 2,264,994 2,248,337 2,588,080 2,550,042

Net assets 3,439,688 3,352,232

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SCENIC RIM REGIONAL COUNCIL 2018-19 ANNUAL REPORT 95 Scenic Rim Regional Council Notes to the financial statements For the year ended 30 June 2019

13 Property, plant and equipment

(a) Recognition Plant and equipment with a total value of less than $5,000, and infrastructure assets and buildings with a total value of less than $10,000, are treated as an expense in the year of acquisition. All other items of property, plant and equipment are capitalised (including Land with a total value greater than $1). Land under the roads and reserve land which falls under the Land Act 1994 or the Land Title Act 1994 is controlled by the Queensland Government pursuant to the relevant legislation. This land is not recognised in these financial statements.

(b) Capital and operating expenditure Wage and materials expenditure incurred for the acquisition or construction of assets is treated as capital expenditure. Routine operating maintenance, repair costs and minor renewals to maintain the operational capacity of the non-current asset is expensed as incurred, while expenditure that relates to replacement of a major component of an asset to maintain its service potential is capitalised.

(c) Capital work in progress The cost of property, plant and equipment being constructed by the Council includes the cost of purchased services, materials, direct labour and an appropriate proportion of labour overheads.

(d) Acquisition Acquisitions of assets are initially recorded at cost. Cost is determined as the fair value of the assets given as consideration plus costs incidental to the acquisition, including freight in, architect's fees and engineering design fees and all other establishment costs.

Property, plant and equipment received in the form of contributions, are recognised as assets and revenues at fair value by Council valuation where that value exceeds the recognition thresholds for the respective asset class.

(e) Valuation Land, buildings at valuation, road and bridge network, drainage and other infrastructure asset classes are measured using the revaluation model, at fair value, in accordance with AASB116 Property, Plant and Equipment and AASB 13 Fair Value Measurement . All other asset classes are measured using the cost model.

Non-current physical assets measured at fair value are revalued where required so that the carrying amount of each class of asset does not materially differ from its fair value at the reporting date. This revaluation involves the application of a suitable index to the cost elements of each asset or an independent assessment of the value. A comprehensive revaluation by external valuers is performed at intervals of no greater than 5 years. Details of valuers and methods of valuations are disclosed in Note 14.

(f) Depreciation Land is not depreciated as it has an unlimited useful life. Depreciation on other property, plant and equipment assets is calculated on a straight-line basis so as to write-off the net cost or revalued amount of each depreciable asset, less its estimated residual value, progressively over its estimated useful life. Management believe that the straight-line basis appropriately reflects the pattern of consumption of all Council assets.

Assets are depreciated from the date of acquisition or, in respect of internally constructed assets, from the time an asset is completed and commissioned ready for use.

Where assets have separately identifiable components that are subject to regular replacement, these components are assigned useful lives distinct from the asset to which they relate. Any expenditure that increases the originally assessed capacity or service potential of an asset is capitalised and the new depreciable amount is depreciated over the remaining useful life of the asset to the Council.

The estimated useful lives of property, plant and equipment are reviewed annually. Details of the range of useful lives for each class of asset are shown in Note 13(h).

(g) Impairment All non-current physical and intangible assets are assessed for indicators of impairment on an annual basis.

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96 SCENIC RIM REGIONAL COUNCIL 2018-19 ANNUAL REPORT 0 207 69,494 15,815 97,795 25,777 39,966 29,528 69,494 (2,252) (1,122) 926,150 187,824 193,286 860,557 (37,551) (35,008) Page 17 1,053,843 2019 Total $'000 $'000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 35,166 66,232 52,097 39,966 26,266 66,232 52,097 (49,301) Cost 2019 $'000 $'000 progress Capital work in Capital Not depreciated Not 0 0 0 0 0 (33) (33) 3,262 2,544 3,262 3,262 27,403 10,728 28,405 12,117 16,288 (2,227) (1,122) 1-40 Cost 2019 $'000 $'000 Plant and Plant equipment 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 20 308 645 (17) 2,460 1,544 2,480 1,835 6-75 2019 $'000 $'000 Other Other Valuation infrastructure 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 57 563 1,513 5,366 1,684 7,613 46,324 47,894 40,281 2019 $'000 $'000 15-80 Drainage Valuation 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 96,262 10,497 46,817 24,110 679,724 149,850 785,628 149,536 636,092 (37,175) (34,921) 2019 $'000 $'000 4-100 network Valuation Road and bridge 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 202 811 (54) (123) 9,586 2,397 32,029 34,505 10,343 24,162 cost Cost 2019 $'000 $'000 10-100 Buildings at at Buildings 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 30 1,092 47,269 47,299 10,750 11,842 35,457 2019 $'000 $'000 15-100 valuation Valuation Buildings at at Buildings 0 5 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 (25) (220) 55,775 55,535 55,535 2019 Land $'000 $'000 Valuation Not depreciated Not 9 Note 6 ii) b) Write-offs Disposals Opening grossOpening value 2018 1 July as at Additions* valuation assets at Contributed assessment and indexation external Revaluation due to Depreciation on disposals Depreciation on write-offsDepreciation Closing grossClosing value providedDepreciation period in Transfers classes between Opening balance as at 1 July 2018 1 July balance asOpening at Revaluation due to external assessment and indexation external Revaluation due to Closing accumulated depreciation balance depreciation accumulated Closing 30 June as 2019 at Value Net Other additions Other additions Total Infrastructure renewals Infrastructure Asset Values Asset Scenic Rim Regional Council statements financial the to Notes ended 30 June 2019 year the For 13 (h) plant and Property, equipment ofBasis measurement Accumulated depreciationAccumulated and impairment *Additions comprise: *Additions Range of estimated useful years in life Range of estimated

SCENIC RIM REGIONAL COUNCIL 2018-19 ANNUAL REPORT 97 0 0 (999) 5,314 4,052 48,407 23,311 25,096 48,407 25,054 15,958 (6,298) (2,394) 187,824 738,326 926,150 173,849 865,521 (14,490) Page 18 2018 Total $'000 $'000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 (16) 42,751 17,655 35,166 35,166 25,096 42,751 23,118 (30,687) Cost 2018 $'000 $'000 progress Capital work in Capital Not depreciated Not 0 7 0 0 170 202 (560) (563) (999) 4,782 4,782 2,521 9,759 4,782 10,728 16,675 27,403 25,206 (2,394) 1-40 Cost 2018 $'000 $'000 Plant and Plant equipment 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 22 35 916 307 1,544 4,932 2,460 1,215 2,425 (4,932) 6-75 2018 $'000 $'000 Other Other Valuation infrastructure 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 (4) 172 731 630 538 (13) 5,366 1,441 4,660 40,958 46,324 43,535 2018 $'000 $'000 15-80 Drainage Valuation 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 4,908 2,701 21,457 22,126 10,908 (5,582) (8,458) 149,850 529,874 139,616 679,724 641,898 2018 $'000 $'000 4-100 network Valuation Road and bridge 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 378 751 (46) (164) 9,586 8,881 22,443 32,029 31,815 cost Cost 2018 $'000 $'000 10-100 Buildings at at Buildings 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 212 919 933 (344) (106) 36,519 10,750 47,269 18,599 75,680 (8,888) (28,986) 2018 $'000 $'000 15-100 valuation Valuation Buildings at at Buildings 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 40 874 874 874 1,202 55,775 55,775 53,659 2018 Land $'000 $'000 Valuation Not depreciated Not 9 Note 6 ii) b) Net valueNet 30 June as 2018 at Closing accumulated depreciation balance depreciation accumulated Closing Revaluation due to external assessment and indexation external Revaluation due to Transfers classes between Total additions Total Disposals Write-offs assessment and indexation external Revaluation due to Closing grossClosing value Other additions Other Infrastructure renewals Infrastructure Depreciation on write-offsDepreciation Opening balance as at 1 July 2017 1 July balance asOpening at Contributed assets at valuation assets at Contributed Transfers classes between Depreciation providedDepreciation period in on disposals Depreciation Additions * Additions Opening grossOpening value 2017 1 July as at Range of estimated useful years in life Range of estimated comprise: *Additions Accumulated depreciationAccumulated and impairment Scenic Rim Regional Council statements financial the to Notes ended 30 June 2019 year the For 13 (h) plant and Property, equipment ofBasis measurement Asset Values Asset

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14 Fair value measurements

(i) Recognised fair value measurements Council measures and recognises the following assets at fair value on a recurring basis: Property, plant and equipment - Land - Buildings at valuation - Road and bridge network - Drainage - Other infrastructure

Council does not measure any liabilities at fair value on a recurring basis.

Borrowings are measured at amortised cost with interest recognised in profit or loss when incurred. The fair value of borrowings disclosed in Note 16 is provided by the Queensland Treasury Corporation and represents the contractual undiscounted cash flows at balance date (level 2).

The carrying amounts of trade receivables and trade payables are assumed to approximate their fair values due to their short-term nature (level 2). In accordance with AASB 13 Fair Value Measurements are categorised on the following basis: - Fair value based on quoted prices (unadjusted) in active markets for identical assets or liabilities (Level 1) - Fair value based on inputs that are directly or indirectly observable for the asset or liability (level 2) - Fair value based on unobservable inputs for the asset and liability (level 3)

The following table categorises fair value measurements as either level 2 or level 3 in accordance with AASB 13. Council does not have any assets or liabilities measured at fair value which meet the criteria for categorisation as level 1.

The fair values of the assets are determined using valuation techniques which maximise the use of observable data, where it is available, and minimise the use of entity specific estimates. If all significant inputs required to fair value an asset are observable, the asset is included in level 2. If one or more of the significant inputs is not based on observable market data, the asset is included in level 3. This is the case for Council infrastructure assets, which are of a specialist nature for which there is no active market for similar or identical assets. These assets are valued using a combination of observable and unobservable inputs.

The table presents the Council's assets measured and recognised at fair value at 30 June 2019.

At 30 June 2019 Note Level 2 Level 3 Total (Significant (Significant observable inputs) unobservable inputs) $'000 $'000 $'000 2019 2018 2019 2018 2019 2018 Recurring fair value Land 13 (h) 55,535 55,775 0 0 55,535 55,775 Buildings 13 (h) 1,227 1,248 34,230 35,271 35,457 36,519 Road and bridge network 13 (h) 0 0 636,092 529,874 636,092 529,874 Drainage 13 (h) 0 0 40,281 40,958 40,281 40,958 Other infrastructure 13 (h) 0 0 645 916 645 916 56,762 57,023 711,248 607,019 768,010 664,042

There were no transfers between levels 1 and 2 during the year, nor between levels 2 and 3.

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14 Fair value measurements

(ii) Valuation techniques used to derive fair values for level 2 and level 3 valuations

Specific valuation techniques used to value Council assets comprise: Land (Level 2) Land fair values were determined by independent valuer, APV Valuers and Asset Management (APV) through a comprehensive revaluation effective 31 December 2016. An indexation was applied to this class of assets as at 30 June 2018. Based on Council's assessment of the Consumer Price Index (ABS 6401.0 - Table 9 Housing, Brisbane) as at 30 June 2019, the carrying value does not differ materially from the fair value. Level 2 valuation inputs were used to value land held in freehold title as well as land used for special purposes which is restricted in use under current zoning rules. Sales prices of comparable land sites in close proximity are adjusted for differences in key attributes such as property size. The most significant inputs into this valuation approach are price per square metre.

Buildings at valuation (Level 2 and 3) Major building fair values were determined by independent valuer, APV Valuers and Asset Management (APV) through a comprehensive revaluation effective 31 December 2016. An indexation was applied to this class of assets as at 30 June 2018. Based on Council's assessment of the Producer Price Index (ABS 6427.0 - Table 17 Output of the Construction Industries, Subdivision and Class Index Numbers, 3020 Non-Residential Building Construction Queensland) as at 30 June 2019, the carrying value does not differ materially from the fair value.

Level 2 valuation inputs These were used to determine the fair value of a range of properties. This included the bulk of residential and commercial properties. The residential properties fair value has been derived from sale prices of comparable properties after adjusting for differences in key attributes such as property size. The most significant inputs into this valuation approach are price per square metre.

Commercial buildings have been generally derived using a combination of sales direct comparison approach and capitalisation of income approach. Fair value has been derived from sale prices of comparable properties after adjusting for differences in key attributes such as property size. The most significant inputs into this valuation approach are rental yields and price per square metre.

Level 3 valuation inputs Specialised buildings were valued using the cost approach using professionally qualified registered valuers. The approach estimated the replacement cost for each building by componentising the buildings into significant parts with different useful lives and taking into account a range of factors. While the unit rates based on square metres could be supported from market evidence (level 2) other inputs (such as estimates of residual value, useful life, pattern of consumption and asset condition) require extensive professional judgement and impacted significantly on the final determination of fair value. As such these assets were classified as having been valued using level 3 inputs.

Road, bridge, drainage and other infrastructure assets (Level 3) The fair value of road, bridge and drainage assets was determined by independent valuer, APV Valuers and Asset Management (APV) through a comprehensive revaluation effective 28 February 2019. The fair value of other infrastructure assets was determined by APV effective 30 June 2015 through an interim revaluation. An indexation was also applied to this class of assets as at 30 June 2018. Based on Council's assessment of the Producer Price Index (ABS 6427.0 - Table 17 Output of the Construction Industries, Subdivision and Class Index Numbers, 3101 Road and Bridge Construction Queensland) as at 30 June 2019, the carrying values do not differ materially from the fair values. The following methods were used to determine the fair value measurements.

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14 Fair value measurements

Road, bridge, drainage and other infrastructure assets were valued using level 3 valuation inputs using the cost approach. The approach estimated the replacement cost for each asset by componentising the assets into significant parts with different useful lives and taking into account a range of factors. While the unit rates based on square metres or similar capacity could be supported from market evidence (level 2) other inputs (such as estimates of residual value, useful life, pattern of consumption and asset condition) required extensive professional judgement and impacted significantly on the final determination of fair value. As such these assets were classified as having been valued using level 3 valuation inputs.

During the year there were a number of new projects completed where the actual cost was recorded and the impact of depreciation at year end was negligible. While these could be classified as valued at level 2 given the low proportion of the total portfolio that these represented and the likelihood that in future valuations they would most likely be valued at level 3 we have adopted a policy that all road, bridge, drainage and other infrastructure assets are deemed to be valued at level 3.

(iii) Valuation processes Council engages external, independent and qualified valuers to determine the fair value of the entities land, major buildings and infrastructure on a regular basis. An annual assessment is undertaken to determine whether the carrying amount of the assets is materially different from the fair value. If any variation is considered material a revaluation is undertaken either by comprehensive revaluation or by applying an interim revaluation using appropriate indices.

The main level 3 inputs used are derived and evaluated as follows:

Buildings at valuation Asset condition

The Council supplied the asset register of all buildings included in the buildings at valuation class. APV performed a physical inspection of every building so as to confirm the condition of these assets.

Relationship between asset consumption rating scale and the level of consumed service potential Under the cost approach the estimated cost to replace the asset is calculated and then adjusted to take account of any accumulated depreciation. In order to achieve this the valuer determines an asset consumption rating scale for each asset type based on the interrelationship between a range of factors. These factors and their relationship to the fair value require professional judgment and include asset condition, legal and commercial obsolescence and the determination of key depreciation related assumptions such as residual value, useful life and pattern of consumption of the future economic benefit.

The consumption rating scales were based initially on the past experience of the valuation firm and industry guides and were then updated to take into account the experience and understanding of council’s own engineers, asset management and finance staff. The results of the valuation were further evaluated by confirmation against council’s own understanding of the assets and the level of remaining service potential.

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Road, bridge, drainage and other infrastructure assets Asset Condition The nature of road network infrastructure is that there is a very large number of assets which comprise the network and as a result it is not physically possible to inspect every asset for the purposes of completing a valuation. As a consequence reliance is placed on the accuracy of data held in the asset management system and its associated internal controls. This includes regular planned inspections and updates to the system following maintenance activities and renewal treatments. Likewise, especially for drainage network infrastructure, a large portion of the portfolio is located underground and may only be inspected on an irregular basis.

To provide assurance over the accuracy of this information and taking into account the cost benefit of undertaking physical inspections the valuation relies upon a sampling approach where the data held in the system is verified by a physical inspection. While the sampling approach, combined with internal controls associated with the asset management system, provides a high level of comfort over the condition data held in the asset management system it does not provide a guarantee that all the data is correct and the condition as recorded is valid as at the date of valuation.

Relationship between asset consumption rating scale and the level of consumed service potential Under the cost approach the estimated cost to replace the asset is calculated and then adjusted to take account of an accumulated depreciation. In order to achieve this the valuer determines an asset consumption rating scale for each asset type based on the inter-relationship between a range of factors. These factors and their relationship to the fair value require professional judgment and include asset condition, legal and commercial obsolescence and the determination of key depreciation related assumptions such as residual value, useful life and pattern of consumption of the future economic benefit.

102 SCENIC RIM REGIONAL COUNCIL 2018-19 ANNUAL REPORT Page 22 Scenic Rim Regional Council Notes to the financial statements For the year ended 30 June 2019 2019 2018 $'000 $'000 15 Trade and other payables A liability for trade creditors is recognised upon receipt of the goods or services ordered and are measured at the agreed purchase/contract price net of applicable discounts other than contingent discounts. Amounts owing are unsecured and are generally settled on 30 day terms.

A liability for salaries and wages is recognised and measured as the amount unpaid at the reporting date at current pay rates in respect of employees' services up to that date.

A liability for annual leave has been calculated based on the present value of wage and salary levels that will be paid when the liability is expected to be settled and includes related employee on-costs. All annual leave is classified as current as Council does not have an unconditional right to defer settlement beyond twelve months.

Current Creditors and accruals 8,162 11,226 Salary and wages accruals 1,268 1,304 Annual leave 3,117 3,112 12,547 15,642

16 Borrowings Loans payable are measured at amortised cost. Interest is recognised as it accrues. Borrowing costs are treated as an expense, as assets constructed by the Council are generally completed within one year and therefore are not considered to be qualifying assets.

Principal and interest repayments are made quarterly in arrears. Borrowings are underwritten by the Queensland State Government.

Current Queensland Treasury Corporation 1,696 1,233

Non-current Queensland Treasury Corporation 25,025 21,981 26,721 23,214 Details of movements in borrowings: Queensland Treasury Corporation Opening balance 23,214 21,251 Loans raised 4,700 3,000 Interest accrued 1,015 963 Principal and interest repayments (2,208) (2,000) Book value at period end 26,721 23,214

All unsecured borrowings are provided by Queensland Treasury Corporation.

All borrowings are in $A denominated amounts and carried at amortised cost, interest being expensed as it accrues. No interest has been capitalised during the current or comparative reporting period. Final repayment dates vary from 15 June 2024 to 15 June 2039.

There have been no defaults or breaches of the loan agreement during the period.

The loan market value at the reporting date was $30,058,021. This represents the value of the debt if the Council repaid it at that date. As it is the intention of the Council to hold the debt for its term, no provision is required to be made in these accounts.

Council has no assets pledged as security.

Page 23 SCENIC RIM REGIONAL COUNCIL 2018-19 ANNUAL REPORT 103 Scenic Rim Regional Council Notes to the financial statements For the year ended 30 June 2019 2019 2018 $'000 $'000 17 Provisions Current Long service leave 6,008 5,608 Refuse sites restoration 0 305 6,008 5,913 Non-Current Refuse sites restoration 632 318 Quarry rehabilitation 409 398 Long service leave 774 769 1,815 1,485 Details of movements in provisions: (a) Refuse sites restoration Opening balance 623 617 Increase (decrease) in provision - borrowing cost 6 13 Increase (decrease) in estimate of future cost 3 (7) Balance at the end of period 632 623

A provision is made for the cost of restoring refuse sites where it is probable the Council will be liable, or required, to do this when the use of the facilities is complete. The provision is calculated as the present value of anticipated future costs associated with the restoration of these sites.

(b) Quarry rehabilitation Opening balance 398 369 Increase (decrease) in provision - borrowing cost 6 11 Increase (decrease) in estimate of future cost 5 18 Balance at the end of period 409 398

A provision is made for the cost of restoring quarry sites where it is probable the Council will be liable, or required, to do this when the use of the facilities is complete. The provision is calculated as the present value of anticipated future costs associated with the restoration of these sites.

(c) Long service leave Opening balance 6,377 6,204 Entitlements accrued 1,109 785 Entitlements paid (704) (612) Balance at the end of period 6,782 6,377

A provision for long service leave has been calculated based on the present value of wage and salary levels that will be paid when the liability is expected to be settled and includes related employee on- costs. Long service leave is treated as current where Council does not have an unconditional right to defer settlement beyond twelve months. All other long service leave is treated as non-current.

18 Other liabilities

Waste levy refund received in advance 1,310 0 Ticket sales received in advance 33 5 1,343 5

The State government made an advance payment to Council in June 2019 to mitigate the impacts on households for 2019-20 of the State Waste Levy, which takes effect from 1 July 2019. The Council will be liable to the State for payment of the Levy on most forms of commercial and household waste delivered to its disposal sites from 1 July 2019. The State is required to make an annual payment to the Council that essentially refunds the Council for the portion of the levy that relates to households. Council will fund the portion of the Levy that relates to commercial waste through charges to commercial users of disposal sites from 1 July 2019. As the receipt from the State in June 2019 is for a refund of Council’s 2019-20 Levy expense, the full amount has been recognised as a liability at 30 June 2019.

Page 24 104 SCENIC RIM REGIONAL COUNCIL 2018-19 ANNUAL REPORT Scenic Rim Regional Council Notes to the financial statements For the year ended 30 June 2019 2019 2018 $'000 $'000 19 Asset revaluation surplus

Movements in the asset revaluation surplus were as follows: Revaluations of property, plant and equipment (refer Note 13(h)) 72,018 19,740 Change in value of future rehabilitation costs (refer Note 17) (8) (11) 72,010 19,729

The closing balance of the asset revaluation surplus is comprised of the following asset categories: Land 28,518 28,518 Buildings 27,898 27,898 Road and bridge network 195,480 123,328 Drainage 17,507 17,678 Other infrastructure 2,994 2,965 Major plant and equipment 4,636 4,636 277,033 205,023

20 Commitments for expenditure

Operating leases Minimum lease payments in relation to non-cancellable operating leases are as follows: Within one year 154 152 Later than 1 year but not later than 5 years 209 324 363 476 Contractual commitments Contractual commitments at balance date but not recognised in the financial statements are as follows: Contract for kerbside waste collection 6,004 2,882 Contract for cleaning services 465 925 Contract for banking services 268 153 6,737 3,960 Capital commitments Capital contractual commitments at balance date but not recognised in the financial statements are as follows: Plant and equipment purchases 1,331 1,163 Bridge works 6,567 1,971 Road works 1,488 7,072 Vibrant and active towns and villages works 782 0 Waste management works 522 151 10,690 10,357 These expenditures are payable within one year

21 Contingent liabilities

Details and estimates of maximum amounts of contingent liabilities are as follows:

Local Government Workcare The Scenic Rim Regional Council is a member of the Queensland local government workers compensation self insurance scheme, Local Government Workcare. Under this scheme the Council has provided an indemnity towards a bank guarantee to cover bad debts which may remain should the self insurance licence be cancelled and there was insufficient funds available to cover outstanding liabilities. Only the Queensland Government's workers compensation authority may call on any part of the guarantee should the above circumstances arise. The Council's maximum exposure to the bank guarantee is: 650 648

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21 Contingent liabilities

Local Government Mutual

The Scenic Rim Regional Council is a member of the local government mutual liability self-insurance pool, LGM Queensland. In the event of the pool being wound up or it is unable to meet its debts as they fall due, the trust deed and rules provide that any accumulated deficit will be met by the individual pool members in the same proportion as their contribution is to the total pool contributions in respect to any year that a deficit arises. As at 30 June 2018 the Local Government Mutual financial statements reported an accumulated surplus and it is not anticipated any liability will arise.

22 Superannuation - Regional defined benefit fund

Council contributes to the LGIAsuper Regional Defined Benefits Fund (the scheme), at the rate of 12% for each permanent employee who is a defined benefit member. This rate is set in accordance with the LGIAsuper trust deed and may be varied on the advice of an actuary. The Regional Defined Benefits Fund is a complying superannuation scheme for the purpose of the Commonwealth Superannuation Industry (Supervision) legislation and is also governed by the Local Government Act 2009 .

The scheme is a defined benefit plan, however Council is not able to account for it as a defined benefit plan in accordance with AASB119 because LGIAsuper is unable to account for its proportionate share of the defined benefit obligation, plan assets and costs. Any amount by which the scheme is over or under funded may affect future benefits and result in a change to the contribution rate, but has not been recognised as an asset or liability of the Council. Technically Scenic Rim Regional Council can be liable to the scheme for a portion of another local governments’ obligations should that local government be unable to meet them. However the risk of this occurring is extremely low and in accordance with the LGIAsuper trust deed changes to council's obligations will only be made on the advice of an actuary.

The last completed actuarial assessment of the scheme was undertaken as at 1 July 2018. The actuary indicated that “at the valuation date of 1 July 2018, the net assets of the scheme exceeded the vested benefits and the scheme was in a satisfactory financial position as at the valuation date." The Council is not aware of anything that has happened since that time that indicates the assets of the scheme are not sufficient to meet the vested benefits, as at the reporting date.

No changes have been made to prescribed employer contributions which remain at 12% of employee assets and there are no known requirements to change the rate of contributions.

Another actuarial investigation is being conducted as at 1 July 2021. The most significant risks that may result in LGIAsuper increasing the contribution rate, on the advice of the actuary, are:

Investment risk - The risk that the scheme's investment returns will be lower than assumed and additional contributions are needed to fund the shortfall. Salary growth risk - The risk that wages or salaries will rise more rapidly than assumed, increasing vested benefits to be funded. There are currently 62 entities contributing to the scheme and any changes in contribution rates would apply equally to all 62 entities. Scenic Rim Regional Council made less than 4% of the total contributions to the plan in the 2018-19 financial year. 2019 2018 $'000 $'000 Superannuation contributions made to the Regional Defined Benefits Fund 235 262 Other superannuation contributions for employees 3,155 3,023 Other superannuation contributions for elected members 66 64 Total superannuation contributions Note 7 3,456 3,349

Council expects to make contributions of $239,876 to the Regional Defined Benefits Fund in 2019-20

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Monies collected or held on behalf of other entities yet to be paid out to or on behalf of those entities 2,201 1,568

The Scenic Rim Regional Council performs only a custodial role in respect of these monies. As these funds cannot be used by the Council, they are not brought to account in these financial statements.

24 Reconciliation of net operating surplus to net cash inflow / (outflow) from operating activities

Net result 35,472 34,710

Non-cash operating items: Depreciation and amortisation 15,960 16,101 Change in restoration provisions expensed to finance costs 12 24 Share of profit from associate (2,361) (2,639) 13,611 13,486 Investing and development activities: Capital income (67) (161) Capital expenses 2,560 8,192 2,493 8,031 Financing activities: Capital grants, subsidies and contributions (36,135) (38,243) (36,135) (38,243) Changes in operating assets and liabilities: (Increase) decrease in receivables 3,454 1,368 (Increase) decrease in inventories (128) 91 (Increase) decrease in other assets 1 (37) Increase (decrease) in payables (1,442) 2,225 Increase (decrease) in provisions 405 173 Increase (decrease) in other liabilities 1,337 (8) 3,627 3,812

Net cash inflow / (outflow) from operating activities 19,068 21,796

25 Reconciliation of liabilities arising from financing activities

Borrowings: Opening balance 23,214 21,251 Cashflows 3,507 1,963 Closing balance Note 16 26,721 23,214

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26 Financial instruments

Financial assets and liabilities The effect of initially applying AASB 9 on the Council's financial instruments is described in Note 1.C.

Scenic Rim Regional Council has exposure to the following risks arising from financial instruments: - Interest rate risk - Credit risk - Liquidity risk

Financial risk management Exposure to financial risks is managed in accordance with Council approved policies on financial risk management. These policies focus on managing the volatility of financial markets and seek to minimise potential adverse effects on the financial performance of Council.

The Council's audit committee oversees how management monitors compliance with the Council's risk management policies and procedures, and reviews the adequacy of the risk managements framework in relation to the risks faced by the Council. The Council audit committee is assisted in its oversight role by internal audit. Internal audit undertakes both regular and ad hoc reviews of risk management controls and procedures, the results of which are reported to the audit committee.

(a) Interest rate risk The Council is exposed to interest rate risk through its investments and borrowings with Queensland Treasury Corporation (QTC) and other financial institutions. The Council has access to a mix of variable and fixed rate funding options through QTC so that interest rate risk exposure can be minimised.

The Council's approach to managing liquidity is to ensure, as far as possible, that it will have sufficient liquidity to meet its labilities when they are due, under both normal and stressed conditions, without incurring unacceptable losses or risking damage to the Council's reputation Sensitivity to interest rate movements is shown for variable financial assets and liabilities based on the carrying amount at reporting date.

The following interest rate sensitivity analysis depicts what effect a reasonably possible change in interest rates (assumed to be 1% increase) would have on profit and equity, based on the carrying values at the end of the reporting period. The calculation assumes that the change in interest rates would be held constant over the period. Net carrying Profit Equity amount 2019 2018 2019 2018 2019 2018 $'000 $'000 $'000 $'000 $'000 $'000 Cash and cash equivalents 38,110 45,862 381 459 381 459 QTC borrowings* 26,721 23,214 0 0 0 0 Net 381 459 381 459

*QTC borrowings are at fixed interest rates and are therefore not subject to interest rate sensitivity

(b) Credit risk Credit risk exposure refers to the situation where the Council may incur financial loss as a result of another party to a financial instrument failing to discharge their obligation. These obligations arise principally from the Council's investments and receivables from customers. The carrying amounts of financial assets at the end of the reporting period represent the maximum exposure to credit risk for the Council. The following table represents the Council's maximum exposure to credit risk 2019 2018 $'000 $'000 Financial assets Cash and cash equivalents 38,110 45,862 Trade and other receivables 20,748 26,303 58,858 72,165

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26 Financial instruments Cash and cash equivalents The Council may be exposed to risk through its investments with the Queensland Treasury Corporation (QTC) and deposits held with banks or other financial institutions. The QTC Cash Fund is an asset management portfolio that invests with a wide variety of high credit rating counterparties. Deposits are capital guaranteed. Other investments are held with highly rated/regulated banks and financial institutions and whilst not capital guaranteed, the likelihood of a credit failure is assessed as remote. Trade and other receivables In the case of rate receivables, the Council has the power to sell the property to recover any defaulted amounts. In effect this power protects the Council against credit risk in the case of these debts. In other cases, Council assesses the credit risk before providing goods or services and applies normal business credit protection procedures to minimise the risk. The Council does not require collateral in respect of trade and other receivables. The Council does not have trade receivables for which no loss allowance is recognised because of collateral. A summary of the Council's exposure to credit risk at period ending 30 June 2019 for which impairment requirements of AASB9 - Financial Instruments have been applied, being for statutory charges (non-rates & charges) and other debtors. 2019 2018 $'000 $'000 Subject to impairment Not past due 2,889 8,170 Past due 1-30 days 193 107 Past due 31-60 days 352 3 Past due 61-90 days 90 1,196 More than 90 days 167 49 Total Gross Carrying Amount 3,691 9,525 Loss Allowance 0 0 3,691 9,525 Not subject to impairment Rates and utility charges 1,776 1,894 GST recoverable 605 208 Shareholder loan - Queensland Urban Utilities 14,676 14,676 Total Gross Carrying Amount 17,057 16,778

20,748 26,303

(c) Liquidity risk Liquidity risk refers to the situation where the Council may encounter difficulty in meeting obligations associated with financial liabilities. The Council is exposed to liquidity risk through its trading in the normal course of business and borrowings from Queensland Treasury Corporation for capital works.

Council manages its exposure to liquidity risk by maintaining sufficient funds, both short and long term, to cater for unexpected volatility in cash flows. The following table sets out the liquidity risk of financial liabilities held by the Council. It represents the remaining contractual cashflows (principal and interest) of financial liabilities at the end of the reporting period, excluding the impact of netting agreements: Total 0 to 1 1 to 5 Over 5 contractual Carrying year years years cashflow amount 2019 $'000 $'000 $'000 $'000 $'000 Trade and other payables 8,162 0 0 8,162 8,162 Loans - QTC 2,704 10,826 21,250 34,780 26,721 10,866 10,826 21,250 42,942 34,883 2018 Trade and other payables 11,226 0 0 11,226 11,226 Loans - QTC 2,207 8,841 20,378 31,426 23,214 13,433 8,841 20,378 42,652 34,440

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27 Significant events

Natural disaster A significant flood event occurred in March 2017 causing damage to infrastructure and property throughout the Scenic Rim Regional Council region. This flood event was nominated as “NDRRA Event – Severe Tropical Cyclone Debbie and associated rainfall and flooding, 28-31 March 2017" and was declared for the Scenic Rim Regional Council area on 1 April 2017.

The majority of the costs associated with this natural disaster event are funded under the Natural Disaster Relief and Recovery Arrangements (NDRRA). NDRRA is a joint Commonwealth / State government funding program. Under these arrangements Scenic Rim Regional Council is required to contribute to each activated natural disaster event up to a maximum trigger point.

Under the NDRRA guidelines works are classified as emergent works, restoration works or betterment works. Emergent works are works that have become necessary during the course of a disaster to protect eligible public assets or to restore essential services and maintain public safety. It also covers immediate post-disaster repairs to eligible assets to enable them to operate at a reasonable level of efficiency and temporary repairs to ensure access and safety. Restoration works relate to the reconstruction or replacement of eligible assets to their pre- disaster standard or level of service. Betterment works relate to the enhancement of an asset beyond its pre- disaster standard or level of service to a more disaster resilient standard. Summary of the expenditure and revenue associated with this event: 2019 2018 2017 Expenditure $'000 $'000 $'000 Emergent works 0 0 1,398 Restoration/Betterment works 35,085 21,623 778 Less trigger point (not claimable) 0 0 (237) Total claimable expenditure 35,085 21,623 1,939

Revenue Emergent works subsidies 0 (56) (1,300) Restoration/Betterment works (26,881) (21,768) (1,225) Total subsidies received (26,881) (21,824) (2,525)

28 Events after the reporting period

There were no material adjusting events after the balance date.

29 National competition policy

(a) Activities to which the code of competitive conduct is applied

The Scenic Rim Regional Council applies the code of competitive conduct to the following activities: Roads Building Certifying Waste Collection

This requires the application of full cost pricing, identifying the cost of community service obligations (CSO's) and eliminating the advantages and disadvantages of public ownership within that activity. Council has not identified any CSO's. (b) Financial performance of activities subject to code of competitive conduct:

Roads Building Waste Certifying Collection $'000 $'000 $'000

Revenue for services provided 4,505 424 5,250 Community service obligations 0 0 0 4,505 424 5,250 Less : Expenditure 4,414 435 4,500 Surplus / (deficit) 91 (11) 750

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(a) Transactions with associates

Revenue Queensland Urban Utilities - Participation return (Note 12) 1,594 1,727 Queensland Urban Utilities - Tax equivalents (Note 5) 988 1,157 Queensland Urban Utilities - Loan interest 690 710 Queensland Urban Utilities - Waste tipping fees 7 4 Queensland Urban Utilities - Venue hire 1 2 Queensland Urban Utilities - Sponsorship - Winter harvest festival 10 10 3,290 3,610

Expenditure Queensland Urban Utilities - Water and sewerage access and consumption 291 235 charges Queensland Urban Utilities - Construction of Bromelton state development water 0 4,932 main Queensland Urban Utilities - Laboratory sampling and analysis - swimming pools 12 10 303 5,177

All transactions with Queensland Urban Utilities were at arm's length and were in the normal course of Council operations.

(b) Outstanding balances Receivables Queensland Urban Utilities - Participation return 797 1,052 Queensland Urban Utilities - Tax equivalents 5 82 Queensland Urban Utilities - Loan interest 57 59 859 1,193

Queensland Urban Utilities have proposed a payment date of 30 September 2019 for the final participation return. The outstanding tax equivalents and loan interest was received in July 2019.

Payables Queensland Urban Utilities - Construction of Bromelton state development water 0 4,932 main 0 4,932

(c) Loans and guarantees to/from related parties Queensland Urban Utilities - Shareholder loan (Note 11) 14,676 14,676 No guarantees have been provided.

(d) Transactions with key management personnel (KMP) KMP include the Mayor, Councillors, Council's Chief Executive Officer and some executive management. KMP compensation paid or accrued during the financial year comprises: Short-term employee benefits 1,930 1,701 Long-term benefits 166 152 Post employment benefits 204 193 Termination benefits 54 0 2,354 2,046 Detailed remuneration disclosures are provided in the annual report.

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(e) Transactions with other related parties Amount of Outstanding Provisions for Doubtful transactions balance (incl doubtful debts debts during year commitments) on expense outstanding recognised 2019 $'000 $'000 $'000 $'000 Purchase of materials and services from (i) 44 0 0 0 an entity controlled by a member of KMP

Payment of a precept and provision of in- (ii) 114 0 0 0 kind support to Scenic Rim Rivers Improvement Trust Payment of a precept to Darling Downs- (iii) 303 0 0 0 Moreton Rabbit Board Provision of funding under Council's (iv) 3 0 0 0 grants program Employee expenses for close family (v) 267 0 0 0 members of KMP

2018 Purchase of materials and services from (i) 54 0 0 0 an entity controlled by a member of KMP

Payment of a precept and provision of in- (ii) 103 0 0 0 kind support to Scenic Rim Rivers Improvement Trust Payment of a precept to Darling Downs- (iii) 294 0 0 0 Moreton Rabbit Board Provision of funding under Council's (iv) 3 0 0 0 grants program Employee expenses for close family (v) 154 0 0 0 members of KMP

(i) Council purchased materials and services from an entity that is controlled by a member of KMP. All purchases were at arm's length and were in the normal course of Council operations.

(ii) Scenic Rim Rivers Improvement Trust is controlled by members of the KMP and operates under the River Improvement Trust Act 1940 . Councils contribution assists with riverine maintenance works in the region. (iii) The Darling Downs-Moreton Rabbit Board is controlled by a member of the KMP and operates under the Bio Security Act 2014 . Councils contribution assists with maintenance of the rabbit fence ensuring the protected area is maintained free of rabbits. (iv) Council provided grant funding to entities controlled by members of KMP. The funding was agreed to by Council. (v) All close family members of KMP were employed through an arm's length process. They are paid in accordance with the Award for the job they perform.

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30 Transactions with related parties

(f) Transactions with related parties that have not been disclosed

Most of the entities and people that are related parties of Council live and operate within the Scenic Rim Regional Council area. Therefore, on a regular basis ordinary citizen transactions occur between Council and its related parties. Some examples include:

- Payment of rates and utility charges - Fees and charges included in Council's Register of Fees and Charges - Fines and penalties included in Council's Register of Local Laws and Subordinate Local Laws - Attendance at Council functions which are open to the general public - Visiting Council facilities which are open to the general public - Transactions whose total dollar value is deemed immaterial

Council has not included these types of transactions in its disclosure, where they are made on the same terms and conditions available to the general public.

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To the Councillors of Scenic Rim Regional Council

Report on the audit of the financial report Opinion I have audited the accompanying financial report of Scenic Rim Regional Council (the council). In my opinion, the financial report: a) gives a true and fair view of the c as at 30 June 2019, and of its financial performance and cash flows for the year then ended; b) complies with the Local Government Act 2009, the Local Government Regulation 2012 and Australian Accounting Standards. The financial report comprises the statement of financial position as at 30 June 2019, the statement of comprehensive income, statement of changes in equity and statement of cash flows for the year then ended, notes to the financial statements including significant accounting policies and other explanatory information, and the management certificate given by the Mayor and the Chief Executive Officer. Basis for opinion I conducted my audit in accordance with the Auditor-General of Queensland Auditing Standards, which incorporate the Australian Auditing Standards. My responsibilities under those standards are further described in the responsibilities for the audit of the financial report section of my report. I am independent of the council in accordance with the ethical requirements of the Code of Ethics for Professional Accountants (the Code) that are relevant to my audit of the financial report in Australia. I have also fulfilled my other ethical responsibilities in accordance with the Code and the Auditor-General of Queensland Auditing Standards. I believe that the audit evidence I have obtained is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for my opinion. Other information Other information comprises the information included in Scenic Rim Regional Council annual report for the year ended 30 June 2019, but does not include the financial report and eport current year financial sustainability statement, the long-term financial sustainability statement and the annual report. My opinion on the financial report does not cover the other information and accordingly I do not express any form of assurance conclusion thereon. However, as required by the Local Government Regulation 2012, I have expressed a separate opinion on the current year financial sustainability statement.

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but is not a guarantee that an audit conducted in accordance with the Australian Auditing Standards will always detect a material misstatement when it exists. Misstatements can arise from fraud or error and are considered material if, individually or in aggregate, they could reasonably be expected to influence the economic decisions of users taken on the basis of this financial report. As part of an audit in accordance with the Australian Auditing Standards, I exercise professional judgement and maintain professional scepticism throughout the audit. I also: Identify and assess the risks of material misstatement of the financial report, whether due to fraud or error, design and perform audit procedures responsive to those risks, and obtain audit evidence that is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for my opinion. The risk of not detecting a material misstatement resulting from fraud is higher than for one resulting from error, as fraud may involve collusion, forgery, intentional omissions, misrepresentations, or the override of internal control. Obtain an understanding of internal control relevant to the audit in order to design audit procedures that are appropriate in the circumstances, but not for expressing an opinion on the effectiveness of the council's internal control. Evaluate the appropriateness of accounting policies used and the reasonableness of accounting estimates and related disclosures made by the council.

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Conclude on the appropriateness of the c use of the going concern basis of accounting and, based on the audit evidence obtained, whether a material uncertainty exists related to events or conditions that may cast significant doubt on the council's ability to continue as a going concern. If I conclude that a material uncertainty exists, I am

report or, if such disclosures are inadequate, to modify my opinion. I base my conclusions

events or conditions may cause the council to cease to continue as a going concern. Evaluate the overall presentation, structure and content of the financial report, including the disclosures, and whether the financial report represents the underlying transactions and events in a manner that achieves fair presentation. I communicate with the council regarding, among other matters, the planned scope and timing of the audit and significant audit findings, including any significant deficiencies in internal control that I identify during my audit. Report on other legal and regulatory requirements In accordance with s.40 of the Auditor-General Act 2009, for the year ended 30 June 2019: a) I received all the information and explanations I required. b) In my opinion, the prescribed requirements in relation to the establishment and keeping of accounts were complied with in all material respects.

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Melissa Read Queensland Audit Office as delegate of the Auditor-General Brisbane

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To the Councillors of Scenic Rim Regional Council

Report on the current year financial sustainability statement Opinion I have audited the accompanying current year statement of financial sustainability of Scenic Rim Regional Council (the council) for the year ended 30 June 2019 comprising the statement, explanatory notes, and the certificate of accuracy given by the Mayor and the Chief Executive Officer. In accordance with section 212 of the Local Government Regulation 2012, in my opinion, in all material respects, the current year financial sustainability statement of Scenic Rim Regional Council for the year ended 30 June 2019 has been accurately calculated. Basis of opinion I conducted my audit in accordance with the Auditor-General of Queensland Auditing Standards, which incorporate the Australian Auditing Standards. My responsibilities under those standards are further described in the responsibilities for the audit of the current year financial sustainability statement section of my report. I am independent of the council in accordance with the ethical requirements of the Accounting Professional and Ethical Standards Board APES 110 Code of Ethics for Professional Accountants (the Code) that are relevant to my audit of the statement in Australia. I have also fulfilled my other ethical responsibilities in accordance with the Code and the Auditor-General of Queensland Auditing Standards. I believe that the audit evidence I have obtained is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for my opinion. Emphasis of matter basis of accounting I draw attention to Note 1 which describes the basis of accounting. The current year financial sustainability statement has been prepared in accordance with the Financial Management (Sustainability) Guideline 2013 for the purpose of fulfilling the c responsibilities under the Local Government Regulation 2012. As a result, the statement may not be suitable for another purpose. My opinion is not modified in respect of this matter. Other Information Other information comprises the information included in Scenic Rim Regional Council annual report for the year ended 30 June 2019, but does not include the current year financial sustainability statement report report, the other information was the general purpose financial statements, the long-term financial sustainability statement and the annual report. My opinion on the current year financial sustainability statement does not cover the other information and accordingly I do not express any form of assurance conclusion thereon. However, as required by the Local Government Regulation 2012, I have expressed a separate opinion on the general purpose financial report.

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In connection with my audit of the financial report, my responsibility is to read the other information and, in doing so, consider whether the other information is materially inconsistent with the financial report and my knowledge obtained in the audit or otherwise appears to be materially misstated. If, based on the work I have performed, I conclude that there is a material misstatement of this information, I am required to report that fact. I have nothing to report in this regard. Responsibilities of the council for the current year financial sustainability statement The council is responsible for the preparation and fair presentation of the current year financial sustainability statement in accordance with the Local Government Regulation 2012. The council s responsibility also includes such internal control as the council determines is necessary to enable the preparation and fair presentation of the statement that is accurately calculated and is free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error. udit of the current year financial sustainability statement My objectives are to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the current year financial sustainability statement as a whole is free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud my opinion. Reasonable assurance is a high level of assurance, but is not a guarantee that an audit conducted in accordance with the Australian Auditing Standards will always detect a material misstatement when it exists. Misstatements can arise from fraud or error and are considered material if, individually or in the aggregate, they could reasonably be expected to influence the economic decisions of users taken on the basis of this statement. My responsibility does not extend to forming an opinion on the appropriateness or relevance of the reported ratios, nor on the c As part of an audit in accordance with the Australian Auditing Standards, I exercise professional judgement and maintain professional scepticism throughout the audit. I also: Identify and assess the risks of material misstatement of the statement, whether due to fraud or error, design and perform audit procedures responsive to those risks, and obtain audit evidence that is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for my opinion. The risk of not detecting a material misstatement resulting from fraud is higher than for one resulting from error, as fraud may involve collusion, forgery, intentional omissions, misrepresentations, or the override of internal control. Obtain an understanding of internal control relevant to the audit in order to design audit procedures that are appropriate in the circumstances, but not for the purpose of expressing an opinion on the effectiveness of the council Evaluate the appropriateness of accounting policies used and the reasonableness of accounting estimates and related disclosures made by the council. Evaluate the overall presentation, structure and content of the statement, including the disclosures, and whether the statement represents the underlying transactions and events in a manner that achieves fair presentation.

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I communicate with the council regarding, among other matters, the planned scope and timing of the audit and significant audit findings, including any significant deficiencies in internal control that I identify during my audit.

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Melissa Read Queensland Audit Office as delegate of the Auditor-General Brisbane

121 Phone: 07 5540 5111 82 Brisbane Street | PO Box 25 Beaudesert Qld 4285 Email: [email protected]

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