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Council — 2024-12-12
5.1 New Item (Council) - Condolence Motion - Olive Pugh
Resolution: Moved by Mayor Teresa Harding:
Condolence Motion –
Olive Pugh
Recommendation
Moved by Mayor Teresa Harding:
That Council convey condolences on behalf of the citizens of the City of Ipswich to the family of the late Olive Pugh who passed away on 24 November 2024.
Attachments
1. Condolence Motion - Olive Pugh ⇨
6. tRIBUTES
Nil
7. PresentATion OF Petitions
Nil
8. PresentATions and Deputations
Nil
9. Public Participation
Mentions: Ipswich
9.1 New Item (Council) - Public Participation - Mr Ken Salter
Resolution: Moved by Councillor Paul Tully:
Public Participation –
Mr Ken Salter
Use of Sporting Facilities in Ipswich
As Mr Salter’s timeframe under the public participation policy of 2 minutes was reached, Mr Salter requested another
2 minutes to finalise his address.
It was moved by Councillor Andrew Antoniolli and seconded by Councillor Jim Madden that Mr Salter be granted another
2 minutes in which to finalise his address.
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Harding Nil
Madsen
Augustine
Jonic
Tully
Doyle
Antoniolli
Martin
Madden
The motion was put and carried.
Resolution C2024/10/391
Moved by Councillor Paul Tully:
Seconded by Mayor Teresa Harding:
That the public participation matter in relation to investigating a possible social and economic impact study on Booval Swifts and Rugby League Redbank Plains Football Club, be received and referred to the relevant committee for consideration and a referral back to council.
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Harding Nil
Madsen
Augustine
Jonic
Tully
Doyle
Antoniolli
Martin
Madden
The motion was put and carried.
Attachments
1. Public Participation form -background information ⇨
2. Public Participation - Further background information requested ⇨
10. Matters of Public Interest
Mentions: Ipswich · Booval · Redbank Plains
10.1 New Item (Council) - 2024 Year in Review
10. MATTER OF PUBLIC INTEREST –
2024 YEAR IN REVIEW
2024 Year in Review – Mayor Teresa Harding
Attachments
1. 2024 Year in Review ⇨
11. Declarations of Interest in matters on the agenda
In accordance with section 150EQ of the Local Government Act 2009 , Mayor Teresa Harding informed the meeting that she has a declarable conflict of interest in Item 16.2 titled Council of Mayors (SEQ) 2025 Singapore and Europe Mission and Proposed Nerima City Visit.
The nature of the interest is that the report involves a proposal for Mayor Harding to participate in an overseas delegation.
Mayor Harding proposed that she participates in the discussion but not vote on the matter.
Mayor Teresa Harding invited the other councillors to determine her participation in the matter.
It was moved by Councillor Paul Tully and seconded by Councillor David Martin that Mayor Teresa Harding may participate in the meeting in relation to the matter, including by voting on the matter because there is no personal or financial benefit to the councillor and therefore a reasonable person would trust that the final decision is made in the public interest.
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Madsen
Augustine
Jonic
Tully
Doyle
Antoniolli
Martin
Madden
Mayor Teresa Harding did not take part in the vote on this matter.
The motion was put and carried.
The eligible councillors present at the meeting decided that Mayor Teresa Harding may participate in the meeting in relation to the matter, including by voting on the matter.
12. Confirmation of Minutes
12.1. Confirmation of Minutes - Council Ordinary Meeting - 28 November 2024
Resolution: Moved by Mayor Teresa Harding:
12.1
Confirmation of Minutes of Ordinary Meeting
Resolution C2024/10/392
Moved by Mayor Teresa Harding:
Seconded by Councillor Marnie Doyle:
That the Minutes of the Ordinary Meeting held on 28 November 2024 be confirmed.
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Harding Nil
Madsen
Augustine
Jonic
Tully
Doyle
Antoniolli
Martin
Madden
The motion was put and carried.
13. mayoral Minute
Nil
14. Business Outstanding – iNCLUDING cONDUCT mATTERS AND Matters Lying on the Table to be Dealt With
Nil
15. Reception and Consideration of Committee Reports
15.1. Report of Infrastructure, Planning and Assets Committee No. 2024(07) of 3 December 2024
Resolution: Moved by Councillor Andrew Antoniolli:
15.1
Report of Infrastructure, Planning and Assets Committee No. 2024(07) of 3 December 2024
Resolution C2024/10/393
Moved by Councillor Andrew Antoniolli:
Seconded by Deputy Mayor Nicole Jonic:
That Council adopt the recommendations of the Infrastructure, Planning and Assets Committee
No. 2024(07) of 3 December 2024 .
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Harding Nil
Madsen
Augustine
Jonic
Tully
Doyle
Antoniolli
Martin
Madden
The motion was put and carried by block resolve.
1 Response to Petition - Residential Unit Developments along W M Hughes Street, North Ipswich
Resolution: Moved by Councillor Andrew Antoniolli:
Infrastructure, Planning and Assets Committee – Item 1
Response to Petition - Residential Unit Developments along W M Hughes Street, North Ipswich
Resolution C2024/10/394(IPAAC)
Moved by Councillor Andrew Antoniolli:
Seconded by Deputy Mayor Nicole Jonic:
A. That the report be received and the contents noted.
B. That a written response be provided to the lead petitioner, encouraging them to make properly made submissions during the public notification period.
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Harding Nil
Madsen
Augustine
Jonic
Tully
Doyle
Antoniolli
Martin
Madden
The motion was put and carried by block resolve.
Mentions: Hughes Street · North Ipswich
2. Confirmation of Minutes of the Infrastructure, Planning and Assets Committee No. 2024(06) of 14 November 2024
Resolution: Moved by Councillor Andrew Antoniolli:
Infrastructure, Planning and Assets Committee - Item 2
Confirmation of Minutes of the Infrastructure, Planning and Assets Committee No. 2024(06) of 14 November 2024
Resolution C2024/10/395
Moved by Councillor Andrew Antoniolli:
Seconded by Deputy Mayor Nicole Jonic:
That the minutes of the Infrastructure, Planning and Assets Committee held on 14 November 2024 be confirmed.
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Harding Nil
Madsen
Augustine
Jonic
Tully
Doyle
Antoniolli
Martin
Madden
The motion was put and carried by block resolve.
3 City of Ipswich Local Housing Action Plan (LHAP)
Resolution: Moved by Councillor Andrew Antoniolli:
Infrastructure, Planning and Assets Committee – Item 3
City of Ipswich Local Housing Action Plan (LHAP)
Resolution C2024/10/396(IPAAC)
Moved by Councillor Andrew Antoniolli:
Seconded by Deputy Mayor Nicole Jonic:
A. That Council adopt the City of Ipswich Local Housing Action Plan (LHAP) in Attachment 1.
B. That the LHAP actions be progressed and reported annually to Council and the state government.
C. That the LHAP actions be further developed and refined to continue to address the housing challenges in the Ipswich LGA.
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Harding Nil
Madsen
Augustine
Jonic
Tully
Doyle
Antoniolli
Martin
Madden
The motion was put and carried by block resolve.
Mentions: Ipswich
4 Exercise of Delegation Report
Resolution: Moved by Councillor Andrew Antoniolli:
Infrastructure, Planning and Assets Committee – Item 4
Exercise of Delegation Report
Resolution C2024/10/397(IPAAC)
Moved by Councillor Andrew Antoniolli:
Seconded by Deputy Mayor Nicole Jonic:
That the Exercise of Delegation report for the period 26 September 2024 to 29 October 2024 be received and the contents noted.
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Harding Nil
Madsen
Augustine
Jonic
Tully
Doyle
Antoniolli
Martin
Madden
The motion was put and carried by block resolve.
5 Planning and Environment Court Action Status Report
Resolution: Moved by Councillor Andrew Antoniolli:
Infrastructure, Planning and Assets Committee – Item 5
Planning and Environment Court Action Status Report
Resolution C2024/10/398(IPAAC)
Moved by Councillor Andrew Antoniolli:
Seconded by Deputy Mayor Nicole Jonic:
That the Planning and Environment Court Action status report be received and the contents noted.
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Harding Nil
Madsen
Augustine
Jonic
Tully
Doyle
Antoniolli
Martin
Madden
The motion was put and carried by block resolve.
6 Asset and Infrastructure Services Department Capital Delivery Report October 2024
Resolution: Moved by Councillor Andrew Antoniolli:
Infrastructure, Planning and Assets Committee – Item 6
Asset and Infrastructure Services Department Capital Delivery Report October 2024
Resolution C2024/10/399(IPAAC)
Moved by Councillor Andrew Antoniolli:
Seconded by Deputy Mayor Nicole Jonic:
That the report on capital delivery by the Asset and Infrastructure Services Department for the month of October 2024 be received and the contents noted.
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Harding Nil
Madsen
Augustine
Jonic
Tully
Doyle
Antoniolli
Martin
Madden
The motion was put and carried by block resolve.
15.2. Report of Finance and Governance Committee No. 2024(07) of 3 December 2024
Resolution: Moved by Councillor Paul Tully:
15.2
Report of Finance and Governance Committee No. 2024(07) of 3 December 2024
Recommendation
Moved by Councillor Paul Tully:
Seconded by Councillor Andrew Antoniolli:
That Council adopt the recommendations of the Finance and Governance Committee No. 2024(07) of 3 December 2024 subject to in Item 4 titled Concession for General Rates – Multiple Properties, the inclusion of the following amendments:
· That the following wording for the recommendation appear prior to Table 1:
That having satisfied the criteria in s120 of the Local Government Regulation 2012, as well as the Rates Concession Policy, the properties listed in Table 1, be granted a 100% concession on the differential general rate from 10 June 2024, being the date of application.
· That the suburb name of Wulkurake be amended to Wulkuraka.
Councillor Paul Tully proposed a further amendment to Item 4 as follows:
That the properties of 13 and 17 Aspinall Street be amended by the organisation to reflect the correct suburb name.
The seconder of the original motion agreed to the further amendment.
Resolution C2024/10/400
Moved by Councillor Paul Tully:
Seconded by Councillor Andrew Antoniolli:
That Council adopt the recommendations of the Finance and Governance Committee No. 2024(07) of 3 December 2024 subject to in Item 4 titled Concession for General Rates – Multiple Properties, the inclusion of the following amendments:
· That the following wording for the recommendation appear prior to Table 1:
That having satisfied the criteria in s120 of the Local Government Regulation 2012, as well as the Rates Concession Policy, the properties listed in Table 1, be granted a 100% concession on the differential general rate from 10 June 2024, being the date of application.
· That the suburb name of Wulkurake be amended to Wulkuraka.
· That the properties of 13 and 17 Aspinall Street be amended by the organisation to reflect the correct suburb name.
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Harding Nil
Madsen
Augustine
Jonic
Tully
Doyle
Antoniolli
Martin
Madden
The motion was put and carried by block resolve.
Mentions: Aspinall Street · Wulkuraka
1. Confirmation of Minutes of the Finance and Governance Committee No. 2024(06) of 14 November 2024
Resolution: Moved by Councillor Paul Tully:
Finance and Governance Committee - Item 1
Confirmation of Minutes of the Finance and Governance Committee No. 2024(06) of 14 November 2024
Resolution C2024/10/401
Moved by Councillor Paul Tully:
Seconded by Councillor Andrew Antoniolli:
That the minutes of the Finance and Governance Committee held on 14 November 2024 be confirmed.
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Harding Nil
Madsen
Augustine
Jonic
Tully
Doyle
Antoniolli
Martin
Madden
The motion was put and carried by block resolve.
2 Information Governance Policy
Resolution: Moved by Councillor Paul Tully:
Finance and Governance Committee – Item 2
Information Governance Policy
Resolution C2024/10/402(FAGCC)
Moved by Councillor Paul Tully:
Seconded by Councillor Andrew Antoniolli:
That the policy titled ‘Information Governance Policy’ as detailed in Attachment 1 be adopted.
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Harding Nil
Madsen
Augustine
Jonic
Tully
Doyle
Antoniolli
Martin
Madden
The motion was put and carried by block resolve.
3 Repeal of Reward for Information Offered by Council Policy
Resolution: Moved by Councillor Paul Tully:
Finance and Governance Committee – Item 3
Repeal of Reward for Information Offered by Council Policy
Resolution C2024/10/403(FAGCC)
Moved by Councillor Paul Tully:
Seconded by Councillor Andrew Antoniolli:
That this matter be deferred until the first quarter of 2025.
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Harding Nil
Madsen
Augustine
Jonic
Tully
Doyle
Antoniolli
Martin
Madden
The motion was put and carried by block resolve.
4 Concession for General Rates - Multiple properties
Resolution: Moved by Councillor Paul Tully:
Finance and Governance Committee – Item 4
Concession for General Rates - Multiple properties
Resolution C2024/10/404(FAGCC)
Moved by Councillor Paul Tully:
Seconded by Councillor Andrew Antoniolli:
***This item amended as outlined in 15.2***
Table 1
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Harding Nil
Madsen
Augustine
Jonic
Tully
Doyle
Antoniolli
Martin
Madden
The motion was put and carried by block resolve.
5 Procurement - 5343 Springfield Parkway Road Upgrade - Earthworks, Drainage, RE & Sleeper Walls
Resolution: Moved by Councillor Paul Tully:
Finance and Governance Committee – Item 5
Procurement - 5343 Springfield Parkway Road Upgrade - Earthworks, Drainage, RE & Sleeper Walls
Resolution C2024/10/405(FAGCC)
Moved by Councillor Paul Tully:
Seconded by Councillor Andrew Antoniolli:
A. That pursuant to Section 228 of the Local Government Regulation 2012 (Regulation), Council award Tender No. 5343 Springfield Parkway Road Upgrade - Earthworks, Drainage, RE & Sleeper Walls .
B. That Council enter into a contractual arrangement with the Supplier identified in confidential Attachment 1 for the lump sum amount of four million and thirty-nine thousand seven hundred and forty-nine dollars and two cents ($4,039,749.02) excluding GST and the contingency amount as listed in confidential Attachment 1.
C. That pursuant to Section 257(1)(b) of the Local Government Act 2009, Council resolve to delegate to the Chief Executive Officer the power to take “contractual action” pursuant to section 238 of the Regulation, in order to implement Council’s decision.
D. That owing to the confidential nature of the recommendations, that once adopted by Council, the recommendations be made public.
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Harding Nil
Madsen
Augustine
Jonic
Tully
Doyle
Antoniolli
Martin
Madden
The motion was put and carried by block resolve.
As per Recommendation D of Item 5 the supplier is BMD Constructions Pty Ltd (ACN 010 126 100 / ABN 59 010 126 100).
Mentions: Springfield Parkway Road · Springfield
6 Procurement - 5344 Trunk Watermain Relocation Works
Resolution: Moved by Councillor Paul Tully:
Finance and Governance Committee – Item 6
Procurement - 5344 Trunk Watermain Relocation Works
Resolution C2024/10/406(FAGCC)
Moved by Councillor Paul Tully:
Seconded by Councillor Andrew Antoniolli:
A. That pursuant to Section 228 of the Local Government Regulation 2012 (Regulation), Council award Tender No. 5344 Trunk Watermain Relocation Works.
B. That Council enter into a contractual arrangement with the Supplier identified in confidential Attachment 1 for the lump sum amount of four million one hundred and eighty-three thousand five hundred and eighty-seven dollars and fifty-eight cents ($4,183,587.58) excluding GST and the contingency amount as listed in confidential Attachment 1.
C. That pursuant to Section 257(1)(b) of the Local Government Act 2009 , Council resolve to delegate to the Chief Executive Officer the power to take “ contractual action” pursuant to section 238 of the Regulation, in order to implement Council’s decision.
D. That owing to the confidential nature of the recommendations, that once adopted by Council, the recommendations be made public.
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Harding Nil
Madsen
Augustine
Jonic
Tully
Doyle
Antoniolli
Martin
Madden
The motion was put and carried by block resolve.
As per Recommendation D of Item 6 the supplier is BMD Constructions Pty Ltd (ACN 010 126 100 / ABN 59 010 126 100).
7 Procurement - Artifax Subscription
Resolution: Moved by Councillor Paul Tully:
Finance and Governance Committee – Item 7
Procurement - Artifax Subscription
Resolution C2024/10/407(FAGCC)
Moved by Councillor Paul Tully:
Seconded by Councillor Andrew Antoniolli:
A. That pursuant to Section 235(a) of the Local Government Regulation 2012 (Regulation), Council resolve that the exception applies as it is satisfied that there is only one supplier who is reasonably available for the provision of Artifax Event Management Software .
B. That Council enter into a contra ctual arrangement (Council file reference 240910-000166) with Get Smart Consultancy Pty Ltd , at an approximate purchase price of $ 60,000 excluding GST over the entire term, being an initial term of one (1) year, with options for extension at the discretion of Council (as purchaser), of an additional one (1) X one (1) year terms.
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Harding Nil
Madsen
Augustine
Jonic
Tully
Doyle
Antoniolli
Martin
Madden
The motion was put and carried by block resolve.
8 Procurement - Payment Fraud Prevention
Resolution: Moved by Councillor Paul Tully:
Finance and Governance Committee – Item 8
Procurement - Payment Fraud Prevention
Resolution C2024/10/408(FAGCC)
Moved by Councillor Paul Tully:
Seconded by Councillor Andrew Antoniolli:
A. That pursuant to Section 235(b) of the Local Government Regulation 2012 (Regulation), Council resolve that the exception applies because of the specialised nature of the services that are sought and it would be impractical and disadvantageous to invite quotes for the provision of Payment Fraud Prevention solution .
B. That Council enter into a contractual arrangement (Council file reference number 241101-000335 ) with Eftsure Pty Ltd , at an approximate purchase price of $ 125,000 excluding GST over the entire term, being a term of three (3) years, with no options for extension.
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Harding Nil
Madsen
Augustine
Jonic
Tully
Doyle
Antoniolli
Martin
Madden
The motion was put and carried by block resolve.
9 5356 Ripley Road and Fischer Road Upgrade - Design & Construct
Resolution: Moved by Councillor Paul Tully:
Finance and Governance Committee – Item 9
5356 Ripley Road and Fischer Road Upgrade - Design & Construct
Resolution C2024/10/409(FAGCC)
Moved by Councillor Paul Tully:
Seconded by Councillor Andrew Antoniolli:
A. That pursuant to Section 228 of the Local Government Regulation 2012 (Regulation), Council award Tender No. 5356 Ripley Road and Fischer Road Upgrade – Design & Construct.
B. That Council enter into a contractual arrangement with the Supplier identified in confidential Attachment 1 for the amount of seventy-seven million four hundred and forty-three thousand six hundred and ninety-one dollars ($77,443,691.00) excluding GST and the contingency amount as listed in confidential Attachment 1.
C. That pursuant to the terms of Tender No. 5356 Ripley Road and Fischer Road Upgrade – Design & Construct, Council will reimburse the unsuccessful tenderer in the Stage 2 tender an amount not exceeding the cap provided upon receipt of an itemised cost list.
D. That pursuant to Section 257(1)(b) of the Local Government Act 2009 , Council resolve to delegate to the Chief Executive Officer the power to take “ contractual action” pursuant to section 238 of the Regulation, in order to implement Council’s decision.
E. That owing to the confidential nature of the recommendations, that once adopted by Council, the recommendations be made public.
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Harding Nil
Madsen
Augustine
Jonic
Tully
Doyle
Antoniolli
Martin
Madden
The motion was put and carried by block resolve.
As per Recommendation E of Item 9 the supplier is Bielby Holdings Pty Ltd (ACN 052 188 600 / ABN 36 052 188 600).
Mentions: Fischer Road · Ripley Road · Ripley
15.3. Report of Community and Sport Committee No. 2024(07) of 3 December 2024
Resolution: Moved by Councillor Jacob Madsen:
15.3
Report of Community and Sport Committee No. 2024(07) of 3 December 2024
Resolution C2024/10/410
Moved by Councillor Jacob Madsen:
Seconded by Deputy Mayor Nicole Jonic:
That Council adopt the recommendations of the Community and Sport Committee No. 2024(07) of 3 December 2024.
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Harding Nil
Madsen
Augustine
Jonic
Tully
Doyle
Antoniolli
Martin
Madden
The motion was put and carried by block resolve.
1. Confirmation of Minutes of the Community and Sport Committee No. 2024(06) of 14 November 2024
Resolution: Moved by Councillor Jacob Madsen:
Community and Sport Committee - Item 1
Confirmation of Minutes of the Community and Sport Committee
No. 2024(06) of 14 November 2024
Resolution C2024/10/411
Moved by Councillor Jacob Madsen:
Seconded by Deputy Mayor Nicole Jonic:
That the minutes of the Community and Sport Committee held on 14 November 2024 be confirmed.
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Harding Nil
Madsen
Augustine
Jonic
Tully
Doyle
Antoniolli
Martin
Madden
The motion was put and carried by block resolve.
2 Ipswich City Council Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Community Engagement Guide Endorsement
Resolution: Moved by Councillor Jacob Madsen:
Community and Sport Committee – Item 2
Ipswich City Council Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Community Engagement Guide Endorsement
Resolution C2024/10/412(CASCC)
Moved by Councillor Jacob Madsen:
Seconded by Deputy Mayor Nicole Jonic:
That Council endorse the new Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Community Engagement Guide.
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Harding Nil
Madsen
Augustine
Jonic
Tully
Doyle
Antoniolli
Martin
Madden
The motion was put and carried by block resolve.
Mentions: Ipswich
1 Report - Libraries and Customer Services Advisory Committee No. 2024(01) of 21 November 2024
Resolution: Moved by Councillor Jacob Madsen:
Community and Sport Committee – Item 3
Report - Libraries and Customer Services Advisory Committee No. 2024(01) of 21 November 2024
Resolution C2024/10/413(CASCC)
Moved by Councillor Jacob Madsen:
Seconded by Deputy Mayor Nicole Jonic:
That Council adopt the recommendations of the Libraries and Customer Services Advisory Committee No. 2024(01) of 21 November 2024 .
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Harding Nil
Madsen
Augustine
Jonic
Tully
Doyle
Antoniolli
Martin
Madden
The motion was put and carried by block resolve.
2 Report - Sport and Recreation Advisory Committee No. 2024(01) of 21 November 2024
Resolution: Moved by Councillor Jacob Madsen:
Community and Sport Committee – Item 4
Report - Sport and Recreation Advisory Committee No. 2024(01) of 21 November 2024
Resolution C2024/10/414(CASCC)
Moved by Councillor Jacob Madsen:
Seconded by Deputy Mayor Nicole Jonic:
That Council adopt the recommendations of the Sport and Recreation Advisory Committee
No. 2024(01) of 21 November 2024 .
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Harding Nil
Madsen
Augustine
Jonic
Tully
Doyle
Antoniolli
Martin
Madden
The motion was put and carried by block resolve.
15.4. Report of Environment and Sustainability Committee No. 2024(07) of 3 December 2024
Resolution: Moved by Councillor Jim Madden:
15.4
Report of Environment and Sustainability Committee No. 2024(07) of 3 December 2024
Recommendation
Moved by Councillor Jim Madden:
Seconded by Councillor Andrew Antoniolli:
That Council adopt the recommendations of the Environment and Sustainability Committee
No. 2024(07) of 3 December 2024.
Councillor Andrew Antoniolli proposed the following amendment to Item 3 – Sustainability Policy Review
That the following sentence be added to the end of Part 1 of the Policy:
The commitment to being a sustainable city also recognises the evidence-based science for climate change, which will be taken into consideration in the transition to a Sustainable City.
The mover agreed to the proposed amendment to Item 3.
Resolution C2024/10/415
Moved by Councillor Jim Madden:
Seconded by Councillor Andrew Antoniolli:
That Council adopt the recommendations of the Environment and Sustainability Committee
No. 2024(07) of 3 December 2024 subject to in Item 3 titled Sustainability Policy Review, the following sentence being added to the end of Part 1 of the Policy:
The commitment to being a sustainable city also recognises the evidence-based science for climate change, which will be taken into consideration in the transition to a Sustainable City.
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Harding Nil
Madsen
Augustine
Jonic
Tully
Doyle
Antoniolli
Martin
Madden
The motion was put and carried by block resolve.
1. Confirmation of Minutes of the Environment and Sustainability Committee No. 2024(06) of 14 November 2024
Resolution: Moved by Councillor Jim Madden:
Environment and Sustainability Committee - Item 1
Confirmation of Minutes of the Environment and Sustainability Committee No. 2024(06) of 14 November 2024
Resolution C2024/10/416
Moved by Councillor Jim Madden:
Seconded by Councillor Andrew Antoniolli:
That the minutes of the Environment and Sustainability Committee held on 14 November 2024 be confirmed.
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Harding Nil
Madsen
Augustine
Jonic
Tully
Doyle
Antoniolli
Martin
Madden
The motion was put and carried by block resolve.
2 New Off-site Stormwater Quality Improvement Policy and updated Voluntary Payment
Resolution: Moved by Councillor Jim Madden:
Environment and Sustainability Committee – Item 2
New Off-site Stormwater Quality Improvement Policy and updated Voluntary Payment
Resolution C2024/10/417(ESC)
Moved by Councillor Jim Madden:
Seconded by Councillor Andrew Antoniolli:
That the policy titled ‘Off-site Stormwater Quality Improvement Policy’, as detailed in Attachment 1 be adopted.
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Harding Nil
Madsen
Augustine
Jonic
Tully
Doyle
Antoniolli
Martin
Madden
The motion was put and carried by block resolve.
3 Sustainability Policy Review
Resolution: Moved by Councillor Jim Madden:
Environment and Sustainability Committee – Item 3
Sustainability Policy Review
Resolution C2024/10/418(ESC)
Moved by Councillor Jim Madden:
Seconded by Councillor Andrew Antoniolli:
That the revised policy titled ‘Sustainability Policy’, as detailed in Attachment 3, be adopted.
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Harding Nil
Madsen
Augustine
Jonic
Tully
Doyle
Antoniolli
Martin
Madden
The motion was put and carried by block resolve.
4 Waste & Circular Economy Transformation Directive - Quarterly Report
Resolution: Moved by Councillor Jim Madden:
Environment and Sustainability Committee – Item 4
Waste & Circular Economy Transformation Directive - Quarterly Report
Resolution C2024/10/419(ESC)
Moved by Councillor Jim Madden:
Seconded by Councillor Andrew Antoniolli:
That the report be received and the contents noted.
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Harding Nil
Madsen
Augustine
Jonic
Tully
Doyle
Antoniolli
Martin
Madden
The motion was put and carried by block resolve.
5 Ipswich Rivers Improvement Trust Notice of Annual Precept for 2024 - 2025
Resolution: Moved by Councillor Jim Madden:
Environment and Sustainability Committee – Item 5
Ipswich Rivers Improvement Trust Notice of Annual Precept for 2024 - 2025
Resolution C2024/10/420(ESC)
Moved by Councillor Jim Madden:
Seconded by Councillor Andrew Antoniolli:
That the report be received and the contents noted.
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Harding Nil
Madsen
Augustine
Jonic
Tully
Doyle
Antoniolli
Martin
Madden
The motion was put and carried by block resolve.
Mentions: Ipswich
6 Enviroplan Annual Report 2023-2024
Resolution: Moved by Councillor Jim Madden:
Environment and Sustainability Committee – Item 6
Enviroplan Annual Report 2023-2024
Resolution C2024/10/421(ESC)
Moved by Councillor Jim Madden:
Seconded by Councillor Andrew Antoniolli:
That the report concerning the Enviroplan Annual Report 2023-2024 be received and the contents noted.
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Harding Nil
Madsen
Augustine
Jonic
Tully
Doyle
Antoniolli
Martin
Madden
The motion was put and carried by block resolve.
7 Updated Flying-fox Roost Management Plan
Resolution: Moved by Councillor Jim Madden:
Environment and Sustainability Committee – Item 7
Updated Flying-fox Roost Management Plan
Resolution C2024/10/422(ESC)
Moved by Councillor Jim Madden:
Seconded by Councillor Andrew Antoniolli:
A. That Council adopt the new Ipswich City Council Flying-fox Roost Management Plan 2024, as detailed in Attachment 1.
B. That Council adopt the updated Flying-fox Statement of Management Intent, as detailed in Attachment 2.
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Harding Nil
Madsen
Augustine
Jonic
Tully
Doyle
Antoniolli
Martin
Madden
The motion was put and carried by block resolve.
Mentions: Ipswich
15.5. Report of Economic and Cultural Development Committee No. 2024(07) of 3 December 2024
Resolution: Moved by Councillor Marnie Doyle:
15.5
Report of Economic and Cultural Development Committee No. 2024(07) of 3 December 2024
Resolution C2024/10/423
Moved by Councillor Marnie Doyle:
Seconded by Deputy Mayor Nicole Jonic:
That Council adopt the recommendations of the Economic and Cultural Development Committee
No. 2024(07) of 3 December 2024 .
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Harding Nil
Madsen
Augustine
Jonic
Tully
Doyle
Antoniolli
Martin
Madden
The motion was put and carried by block resolve.
1. Confirmation of Minutes of the Economic and Cultural Development Committee No. 2024(06) of 14 November 2024
Resolution: Moved by Councillor Marnie Doyle:
Economic and Cultural Development Committee - Item 1
Confirmation of Minutes of the Economic and Cultural Development Committee No. 2024(06) of 14 November 2024
Resolution C2024/10/424
Moved by Councillor Marnie Doyle:
Seconded by Deputy Mayor Nicole Jonic:
That the minutes of the Economic and Cultural Development Committee held on 14 November 2024 be confirmed.
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Harding Nil
Madsen
Augustine
Jonic
Tully
Doyle
Antoniolli
Martin
Madden
The motion was put and carried by block resolve.
2 Discover Ipswich Everi Event Portal
Resolution: Moved by Councillor Marnie Doyle:
Economic and Cultural Development Committee – Item 2
Discover Ipswich Everi Event Portal
Resolution C2024/10/425(EACDC)
Moved by Councillor Marnie Doyle:
Seconded by Deputy Mayor Nicole Jonic:
That the report concerning the integration of the new Everi Event Portal into the Discover Ipswich site be received and its contents noted.
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Harding Nil
Madsen
Augustine
Jonic
Tully
Doyle
Antoniolli
Martin
Madden
The motion was put and carried by block resolve.
Mentions: Ipswich
3 Ipswich Economic Development Strategy Report
Resolution: Moved by Councillor Marnie Doyle:
Economic and Cultural Development Committee – Item 3
Ipswich Economic Development Strategy Report
Resolution C2024/10/426(EACDC)
Moved by Councillor Marnie Doyle:
Seconded by Deputy Mayor Nicole Jonic:
That the Ipswich Economic Development Strategy Report be received and the contents noted.
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Harding Nil
Madsen
Augustine
Jonic
Tully
Doyle
Antoniolli
Martin
Madden
The motion was put and carried by block resolve.
Mentions: Ipswich
4 North Ipswich Sport and Entertainment Precinct Stage 1 Western Grandstand Concept Design
Resolution: Moved by Councillor Marnie Doyle:
Economic and Cultural Development Committee – Item 4
North Ipswich Sport and Entertainment Precinct Stage 1 Western Grandstand Concept Design
Resolution C2024/10/427(EACDC)
Moved by Councillor Marnie Doyle:
Seconded by Deputy Mayor Nicole Jonic:
A. That Council approve the finalisation of the submission to the Australian Government based on the current concept design for the North Ipswich Sport and Entertainment Precinct Stage 1 Western Grandstand.
B. That with the Submission, the North Ipswich Reserve Corporate Centre continue to be made available for the public until such time as a Master Plan is developed.
C. That Council obtain a cost estimate to prepare a Master Plan for the North Ipswich Reserve and the Len Johnson Oval.
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Harding Nil
Madsen
Augustine
Jonic
Tully
Doyle
Antoniolli
Martin
Madden
The motion was put and carried by block resolve.
Mentions: North Ipswich
5 Nicholas Street Precinct - Approval of a Ground Lease over 4 Ellenborough Street, Ipswich (Lot 7 on SP288748)
Resolution: Moved by Councillor Marnie Doyle:
Economic and Cultural Development Committee – Item 5
Nicholas Street Precinct - Approval of a Ground Lease over 4 Ellenborough Street, Ipswich (Lot 7 on SP288748)
Resolution C2024/10/428(EACDC)
Moved by Councillor Marnie Doyle:
Seconded by Deputy Mayor Nicole Jonic:
A. That Council enter into a Development Agreement, Construction Lease and Long Term Lease (and ancillary agreements), with the proposed lessee of
4 Ellenborough Street, Ipswich (Lot 7 on SP288748) within the Nicholas Street Precinct (substantially in accordance with the terms of the confidential heads of agreement attached).
B. That Council note, in relation to Council’s disposal of its leasehold interest in
4 Ellenborough Street, Ipswich to the proposed lessee, that the Ministerial exemption under s236 1(f) of the Local Government Regulation 2012 applies to the disposal of Council’s interest in 4 Ellenborough Street, Ipswich (Ministerial exemption contained in Attachment 1 of this report).
C. That pursuant to Section 257(1)(b) of the Local Government Act 2009, Council resolve to delegate to the Chief Executive Officer the power to take “contractual action” pursuant to section 238 of the Regulation, in order to implement Council’s decision at Recommendation A.
D. That Council be kept informed as to the progress and outcome of the execution and publication of details.
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Harding Nil
Madsen
Augustine
Jonic
Tully
Doyle
Antoniolli
Martin
Madden
The motion was put and carried by block resolve.
Mentions: Ellenborough Street · Nicholas Street · Ipswich
1 Report - Advocacy Advisory Committee No. 2024(03) of 21 November 2024
Resolution: Moved by Councillor Marnie Doyle:
Economic and Cultural Development Committee – Item 6
Report - Advocacy Advisory Committee No. 2024(03) of 21 November 2024
Resolution C2024/10/429(EACDC)
Moved by Councillor Marnie Doyle:
Seconded by Deputy Mayor Nicole Jonic:
That Council adopt the recommendations of the Advocacy Advisory Committee No. 2024(03) of
21 November 2024 .
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Harding Nil
Madsen
Augustine
Jonic
Tully
Doyle
Antoniolli
Martin
Madden
The motion was put and carried by block resolve.
15.6. Report of Audit and Risk Management Committee No. 2024(05) of 13 November 2024
Resolution: Moved by Mayor Teresa Harding:
15.6
Report of Audit and Risk Management Committee No. 2024(05) of 13 November 2024
Resolution C2024/10/430
Moved by Mayor Teresa Harding:
Seconded by Councillor Andrew Antoniolli:
That Council adopt the recommendations of the Audit and Risk Management Committee No. 2024(05) of 13 November 2024 .
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Harding Nil
Madsen
Augustine
Jonic
Tully
Doyle
Antoniolli
Martin
Madden
The motion was put and carried by block resolve.
1. Confirmation of Minutes of the Audit and Risk Management Committee No. 2024(04) of 9 October 2024
Resolution: Moved by Mayor Teresa Harding:
Audit and Risk Management Committee - Item 1
Confirmation of Minutes of the Audit and Risk Management Committee No. 2024(04) of 9 October 2024
Resolution C2024/10/431
Moved by Mayor Teresa Harding:
Seconded by Councillor Andrew Antoniolli:
That the minutes of the Audit and Risk Management Committee held on 9 October 2024 be confirmed.
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Harding Nil
Madsen
Augustine
Jonic
Tully
Doyle
Antoniolli
Martin
Madden
The motion was put and carried by block resolve.
2 Sub Regional Alliance Material Recycling Facility - Risk Discussion
Resolution: Moved by Mayor Teresa Harding:
Audit and Risk Management Committee – Item 2
Sub Regional Alliance Material Recycling Facility - Risk Discussion
Resolution C2024/10/432(ARMC)
Moved by Mayor Teresa Harding:
Seconded by Councillor Andrew Antoniolli:
That the report and presentation on the Sub Regional Alliance Material Recycling Facility be received and noted.
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Harding Nil
Madsen
Augustine
Jonic
Tully
Doyle
Antoniolli
Martin
Madden
The motion was put and carried by block resolve.
3 iVolve Program Update Nov 24
Resolution: Moved by Mayor Teresa Harding:
Audit and Risk Management Committee – Item 3
iVolve Program Update Nov 24
Resolution C2024/10/433(ARMC)
Moved by Mayor Teresa Harding:
Seconded by Councillor Andrew Antoniolli:
That the report on the iVolve program Update for November 2024, be received and the contents noted.
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Harding Nil
Madsen
Augustine
Jonic
Tully
Doyle
Antoniolli
Martin
Madden
The motion was put and carried by block resolve.
4 Internal Audit Branch Activities Report for the period 5 August 2024 to 1 November 2024
Resolution: Moved by Mayor Teresa Harding:
Audit and Risk Management Committee – Item 4
Internal Audit Branch Activities Report for the period 5 August 2024 to 1 November 2024
Resolution C2024/10/434(ARMC)
Moved by Mayor Teresa Harding:
Seconded by Councillor Andrew Antoniolli:
That the report be received and the recommendations in Attachments 3, 4 and 5, be considered finalised and archived.
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Harding Nil
Madsen
Augustine
Jonic
Tully
Doyle
Antoniolli
Martin
Madden
The motion was put and carried by block resolve.
5 Audit and Risk Management Committee Charter and the Internal Audit Charter
Resolution: Moved by Mayor Teresa Harding:
Audit and Risk Management Committee – Item 5
Audit and Risk Management Committee Charter and the Internal Audit Charter
Resolution C2024/10/435(ARMC)
Moved by Mayor Teresa Harding:
Seconded by Councillor Andrew Antoniolli:
A. That the revised Audit and Risk Management Committee Charter, as detailed in Attachment 2, be adopted.
B. That the revised Internal Audit Charter, as detailed in Attachment 4, be adopted.
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Harding Nil
Madsen
Augustine
Jonic
Tully
Doyle
Antoniolli
Martin
Madden
The motion was put and carried by block resolve.
6 Draft Annual Plan for 2025 for the Audit and Risk Management Committee
Resolution: Moved by Mayor Teresa Harding:
Audit and Risk Management Committee – Item 6
Draft Annual Plan for 2025 for the Audit and Risk Management Committee
Resolution C2024/10/436(ARMC)
Moved by Mayor Teresa Harding:
Seconded by Councillor Andrew Antoniolli:
That the draft Audit and Risk Management Committee Annual Plan for 2025 be considered and discussed including suggested matters for management presentation at ARMC meetings to determine a planned agenda for 2025.
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Harding Nil
Madsen
Augustine
Jonic
Tully
Doyle
Antoniolli
Martin
Madden
The motion was put and carried by block resolve.
7 Governance, Internal Controls and Compliance
Resolution: Moved by Mayor Teresa Harding:
Audit and Risk Management Committee – Item 7
Governance, Internal Controls and Compliance
Resolution C2024/10/437(ARMC)
Moved by Mayor Teresa Harding:
Seconded by Councillor Andrew Antoniolli:
That the report on Governance, Internal Controls and Compliance be received and the contents noted.
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Harding Nil
Madsen
Augustine
Jonic
Tully
Doyle
Antoniolli
Martin
Madden
The motion was put and carried by block resolve.
8 ICT Steering Committee Progress Report
Resolution: Moved by Mayor Teresa Harding:
Audit and Risk Management Committee – Item 8
ICT Steering Committee Progress Report
Resolution C2024/10/438(ARMC)
Moved by Mayor Teresa Harding:
Seconded by Councillor Andrew Antoniolli:
That the ICT Steering Committee progress report be received and the contents noted.
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Harding Nil
Madsen
Augustine
Jonic
Tully
Doyle
Antoniolli
Martin
Madden
The motion was put and carried by block resolve.
9 Cyber Security Update
Resolution: Moved by Mayor Teresa Harding:
Audit and Risk Management Committee – Item 9
Cyber Security Update
Resolution C2024/10/439(ARMC)
Moved by Mayor Teresa Harding:
Seconded by Councillor Andrew Antoniolli:
That the Audit and Risk Management Committee receive and note this update report on Council’s cyber security activity.
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Harding Nil
Madsen
Augustine
Jonic
Tully
Doyle
Antoniolli
Martin
Madden
The motion was put and carried by block resolve.
10 Quarterly flash report on workplace health and safety KPI's and initiatives
Resolution: Moved by Mayor Teresa Harding:
Audit and Risk Management Committee – Item 10
Quarterly flash report on workplace health and safety KPI's and initiatives
Resolution C2024/10/440
Moved by Mayor Teresa Harding:
Seconded by Councillor Andrew Antoniolli:
That the report on workplace health and safety KPI’s and initiatives for the Audit and Risk Management Committee be received and noted.
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Harding Nil
Madsen
Augustine
Jonic
Tully
Doyle
Antoniolli
Martin
Madden
The motion was put and carried by block resolve.
11 Enterprise Program Management Office - Governance Report
Resolution: Moved by Mayor Teresa Harding:
Audit and Risk Management Committee – Item 11
Enterprise Program Management Office - Governance Report
Resolution C2024/10/441(ARMC)
Moved by Mayor Teresa Harding:
Seconded by Councillor Andrew Antoniolli:
That the ePMO quarterly report be received and noted.
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Harding Nil
Madsen
Augustine
Jonic
Tully
Doyle
Antoniolli
Martin
Madden
The motion was put and carried by block resolve.
12 Insurance and Risk Management Report
Resolution: Moved by Mayor Teresa Harding:
Audit and Risk Management Committee – Item 12
Insurance and Risk Management Report
Resolution C2024/10/442(ARMC)
Moved by Mayor Teresa Harding:
Seconded by Councillor Andrew Antoniolli:
That the Insurance and Risk Management Report for the period 1 July 2024 to 30 September 2024 be received and the contents noted.
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Harding Nil
Madsen
Augustine
Jonic
Tully
Doyle
Antoniolli
Martin
Madden
The motion was put and carried by block resolve.
16 Queensland Audit Office Draft 2025 External Audit Plan
Resolution: Moved by Mayor Teresa Harding:
Audit and Risk Management Committee – Item 16
Queensland Audit Office Draft 2025 External Audit Plan
Resolution C2024/10/443(ARMC)
Moved by Mayor Teresa Harding:
Seconded by Councillor Andrew Antoniolli:
That the Queensland Audit Office draft 2025 External Audit Plan and presentation be received and noted.
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Harding Nil
Madsen
Augustine
Jonic
Tully
Doyle
Antoniolli
Martin
Madden
The motion was put and carried by block resolve.
16. Officers’ Reports
16.1. CEO Organisational Performance Report for November 2024
Resolution: Moved by Mayor Teresa Harding:
16.1
CEO Organisational Performance Report for November 2024
Resolution C2024/10/444
Moved by Mayor Teresa Harding:
Seconded by Councillor Jim Madden:
That the Chief Executive Officer Organisational Performance Report for the month of November 2024 be received and the contents noted.
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Harding Nil
Madsen
Augustine
Jonic
Tully
Doyle
Antoniolli
Martin
Madden
The motion was put and carried.
16.2. Council of Mayors (SEQ) 2025 Singapore and Europe Mission and proposed Nerima City visit
Resolution: Moved by Mayor Teresa Harding:
16.2
Council of Mayors (SEQ) 2025 Singapore and Europe Mission and proposed Nerima City visit
Recommendation
A. That Mayor Harding participates in the Council of Mayors (SEQ) International Delegation - 2025 Singapore and Europe Mission.
B. That Council approve Mayor Harding’s visit to Nerima City prior to joining the Council of Mayors (SEQ) International Delegation – 2025 Singapore and Europe Mission (in line with the estimated costs contained in this report).
C. That one (1) council officer, being the Chief of Staff in the Office of the Mayor, travel to support the Mayor on the Nerima City visit and Council of Mayors (SEQ) International Delegation – 2025 Singapore and Europe Mission.
Mayor Teresa Harding proposed that the following Recommendation D be included.
D. That the Deputy Mayor be included in the Nerima Delegation
Recommendation
Moved by Mayor Teresa Harding:
Seconded by Councillor Marnie Doyle:
A. That Mayor Harding participates in the Council of Mayors (SEQ) International Delegation - 2025 Singapore and Europe Mission.
B. That Council approve Mayor Harding’s visit to Nerima City prior to joining the Council of Mayors (SEQ) International Delegation – 2025 Singapore and Europe Mission (in line with the estimated costs contained in this report).
C. That one (1) council officer, being the Chief of Staff in the Office of the Mayor, travel to support the Mayor on the Nerima City visit and Council of Mayors (SEQ) International Delegation – 2025 Singapore and Europe Mission.
D. That the Deputy Mayor be included in the Nerima Delegation.
The Deputy Mayor Nicole Jonic advised that due to prior engagements she would be unable to attend the delegation.
Mayor Teresa Harding proposed the following variation to recommendation D:
That the Deputy Mayor or another councillor be included in the Nerima Delegation.
The seconder of the original motion agreed to the proposed variation to Recommendation D.
Recommendation
Moved by Mayor Teresa Harding:
Seconded by Councillor Marnie Doyle:
A. That Mayor Harding participates in the Council of Mayors (SEQ) International Delegation - 2025 Singapore and Europe Mission.
B. That Council approve Mayor Harding’s visit to Nerima City prior to joining the Council of Mayors (SEQ) International Delegation – 2025 Singapore and Europe Mission (in line with the estimated costs contained in this report).
C. That one (1) council officer, being the Chief of Staff in the Office of the Mayor, travel to support the Mayor on the Nerima City visit and Council of Mayors (SEQ) International Delegation – 2025 Singapore and Europe Mission.
D. That the Deputy Mayor or another councillor be included in the Nerima Delegation.
Councillor Paul Tully recommended that Councillor Pye Augustine attend the delegation.
Councillor Augustine advised that she would be happy for another councillor to attend.
Councillor Paul Tully proposed that Recommendation D be varied to allow the Chief Executive Officer to approve another councillor if available.
D. That the Chief Executive Officer be authorised to approve another councillor to attend the Nerima Delegation if available.
The mover and seconder of the proposed amended motion agreed to the variation.
Councillor Paul Tully proposed a further Recommendation E as follows:
E. That in accordance with section 165 of the Local Government Act 2009, the Deputy Mayor Councillor Nicole Jonic act as Mayor during the absence of the Mayor referred to in this motion.
Moved by Councillor Paul Tully
Seconded by Councillor Andrew Antoniolli
E. That in accordance with section 165 of the Local Government Act 2009, the Deputy Mayor Councillor Nicole Jonic act as Mayor during the absence of the Mayor referred to in this motion.
Councillor Pye Augustine proposed an amendment to the proposed further Recommendation E to remove the Deputy Mayor’s name as follows:
E. That in accordance with section 165 of the Local Government Act 2009, the Deputy Mayor act as Mayor during the absence of the Mayor referred to in this motion.
The mover and seconder of the proposed further Recommendation E agreed to the proposed amendment.
Mayor Harding called for a vote on the inclusion of the additional Recommendation E to the motion.
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Madsen Harding
Augustine Doyle (Abstain)
Jonic
Tully
Antoniolli
Martin
Madden
The motion was put and carried.
Mayor Harding moved Recommendations A to D separately to Recommendation E.
Resolution C2024/10/445
Moved by Mayor Teresa Harding:
Seconded by Councillor Marnie Doyle:
A. That Mayor Harding participates in the Council of Mayors (SEQ) International Delegation - 2025 Singapore and Europe Mission.
B. That Council approve Mayor Harding’s visit to Nerima City prior to joining the Council of Mayors (SEQ) International Delegation – 2025 Singapore and Europe Mission (in line with the estimated costs contained in this report).
C. That one (1) council officer, being the Chief of Staff in the Office of the Mayor, travel to support the Mayor on the Nerima City visit and Council of Mayors (SEQ) International Delegation – 2025 Singapore and Europe Mission.
D. That the Chief Executive Officer be authorised to approve another councillor to attend the Nerima Delegation if available.
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Harding Nil
Madsen
Augustine
Jonic
Tully
Doyle
Antoniolli
Martin
Madden
The motion was put and carried.
Resolution C2024/10/446
Moved by Mayor Teresa Harding:
Seconded by Councillor Marnie Doyle:
E. That in accordance with section 165 of the Local Government Act 2009, the Deputy Mayor act as Mayor during the absence of the Mayor referred to in this motion .
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Madsen Harding
Jonic Augustine
Tully Doyle (Abstain)
Antoniolli
Martin
Madden
The motion was put and carried.
Attachments
1. Local Government Act Commentary on Acting Mayor ⇨
Adjourn Meeting
Recommendation
Moved by Mayor Teresa Harding:
Seconded by Councillor Marnie Doyle:
That the meeting be adjourned at 10.24 am to reconvene at 10.50 am.
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Harding Nil
Madsen
Augustine
Jonic
Tully
Doyle
Antoniolli
Martin
Madden
The motion was put and carried.
The meeting reconvened at 10.50 am.
16.3. Appointment of Urban Utilities Board Members
Resolution: Moved by Mayor Teresa Harding:
16.3
Appointment of Urban Utilities Board Members
Resolution C2024/10/447
Moved by Mayor Teresa Harding:
Seconded by Councillor Jim Madden:
A. That Council endorse the reappointment of Lucia Cade as a Board Member of Urban Utilities, from
1 July 2025, for a period of four (4) years, to 30 June 2029.
B. That Council endorse the reappointment of Gerard Pender as a Board Member of Urban Utilities, from
1 July 2025, for a period of four (4) years, to 30 June 2029.
C. That the Chief Executive Officer be authorised to sign an Instrument of Appointment of Board Members to Urban Utilities and to do any other acts necessary to implement Council’s decision in accordance with section 13(3) of the Local Government Act 2009 .
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Harding Nil
Madsen
Augustine
Jonic
Tully
Doyle
Antoniolli
Martin
Madden
The motion was put and carried.
17. Notices of Motion
17.1. Notice of Motion - Truth-Telling and Healing Inquiry
Resolution: Moved by Councillor Paul Tully:
17.1
Notice of Motion - Truth-Telling and Healing Inquiry
Recommendation
Moved by Councillor Paul Tully:
Seconded by Councillor Marnie Doyle:
That, having regard to the close affinity between the City of Ipswich and Ipswich First Nations People, Ipswich City Council calls on the Queensland Government to immediately restore the “Truth-telling and Healing Inquiry” which was disbanded without warning on 28 November 2024 following the repeal of the Path to Treaty Act 2023 which was originally supported on 10 May 2023 by a unanimous vote of the 93 members of the Queensland Parliament .
Councillor Paul Tully proposed the following additional Recommendation B.
B. That Council offer a repository for truth-telling stories based on verbal, written and electronic submissions for co-ordination and preservation through Ipswich Libraries."
Councillor Marnie Doyle proposed the following amendment to Recommendation A:
Delete “having regard to the close affinity between the City of Ipswich and Ipswich First Nations People” and insert “in recognition of the Ipswich City Council 2020-2025 Indigenous Accord”
The mover and seconder agreed to the proposed additional recommendation and the amendment to Recommendation A.
Councillor David Martin proposed that the word immediately be removed from Recommendation A.
The mover and seconder agreed to the proposed amended to Recommendation A.
Councillor Marnie Doyle proposed a further amendment to Recommendation A to remove the words ‘without warning’.
The mover of the original motion agreed to the proposed further amendment to Recommendation A.
Recommendation
Moved by Councillor Paul Tully:
Seconded by Councillor Marnie Doyle:
A. That, in recognition of the Ipswich City Council 2020-2025 Indigenous Accord” Ipswich City Council calls on the Queensland Government to restore the “Truth-telling and Healing Inquiry” which was disbanded on 28 November 2024 following the repeal of the Path to Treaty Act 2023 which was originally supported on 10 May 2023 by a unanimous vote of the 93 members of the Queensland Parliament .
B. That Council offer a repository for truth-telling stories based on verbal, written and electronic submissions for co-ordination and preservation through Ipswich Libraries."
Councillor Jim Madden proposed the removal of the words ‘by a unanimous vote’ in Recommendation A.
Councillor Paul Tully proposed that the words ‘without dissent’ replace the words ‘by a unanimous vote’.
Councillor Jim Madden as mover of the proposed amendment agreed to the change.
The mover and seconder of the original motion agreed to the amendment.
Recommendation
Moved by Councillor Paul Tully:
Seconded by Councillor Marnie Doyle:
A. That, in recognition of the Ipswich City Council 2020-2025 Indigenous Accord” Ipswich City Council calls on the Queensland Government to restore the “Truth-telling and Healing Inquiry” which was disbanded on 28 November 2024 following the repeal of the Path to Treaty Act 2023 which was originally supported on 10 May 2023 without dissent of the 93 members of the Queensland Parliament .
B. That Council offer a repository for truth-telling stories based on verbal, written and electronic submissions for co-ordination and preservation through Ipswich Libraries."
Mayor Teresa Harding foreshadowed that she would move an alternate motion for Recommendation A with Recommendation B to remain in the event that Councillor Paul Tully’s motion was lost.
A. That in line with the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Community Engagement Guide and Council’s Community Engagement Policy, Council consults with the Ipswich community to seek its views on advocating to the Queensland Government to restore the “Truth-telling and Healing Inquiry”
Mayor Teresa Harding moved Recommendations A and B separately.
Resolution C2024/10/448
Moved by Councillor Paul Tully:
Seconded by Councillor Marnie Doyle:
A. That, in recognition of the Ipswich City Council 2020-2025 Indigenous Accord, Ipswich City Council calls on the Queensland Government to restore the “Truth-telling and Healing Inquiry” which was disbanded on 28 November 2024 following the repeal of the Path to Treaty Act 2023 which was originally supported on
10 May 2023 without dissent of the 93 members of the Queensland Parliament .
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Madsen Harding
Augustine
Jonic
Tully
Doyle
Antoniolli
Martin
Madden
The motion was put and carried.
Resolution C2024/10/449
Moved by Councillor Paul Tully:
Seconded by Councillor Marnie Doyle:
B. That Council offer a repository for truth-telling stories based on verbal, written and electronic submissions for co-ordination and preservation through Ipswich Libraries.
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Harding Nil
Madsen
Augustine
Jonic
Tully
Doyle
Antoniolli
Martin
Madden
The motion was put and carried.
Suspension of Meeting Procedures
Resolution C2024/10/450
Moved by Councillor Paul Tully:
That the provision of these meeting procedures be suspended, as is necessary, for the purpose of that so much of the Meeting Procedures be suspended to enable the immediate consideration of the current industrial dispute with Ipswich City Council and to consider any relevant motion in relation to the matter.
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Madsen Harding
Augustine
Jonic
Tully
Doyle
Antoniolli
Martin
Madden
The motion was put and carried.
Move into Closed Session
Resolution C2024/10/451
Moved by Councillor Paul Tully:
Seconded by Councillor Marnie Doyle:
That in accordance with section 254J(3)(b) of the Local Government Regulation 2012 , the meeting move into closed session to discuss industrial matters affecting employees.
The meeting moved into closed session at 11.12 am.
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Harding Nil
Madsen
Augustine
Jonic
Tully
Doyle
Antoniolli
Martin
Madden
The motion was put and carried.
Move into Open Session
Resolution C2024/10/452
Moved by Councillor Paul Tully:
Seconded by Mayor Teresa Harding:
That the meeting move into open session.
The meeting moved into open session at 11.48 am.
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Harding Nil
Madsen
Augustine
Jonic
Tully
Doyle
Antoniolli
Martin
Madden
The motion was put and carried.
Resumption of Meeting Procedures
Resolution C2024/10/453
Moved by Councillor Paul Tully:
Seconded by Mayor Teresa Harding:
That provision of these meeting procedures be resumed to continue with the order of business.
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Harding Nil
Madsen
Augustine
Jonic
Tully
Doyle
Antoniolli
Martin
Madden
The motion was put and carried.
18. Questions on Notice
Nil
MEETING CLOSED
The meeting closed at 11.50 am
Mentions: Ipswich
Source: Ipswich City Council meeting minutes (CC BY 4.0).