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12.1. Confirmation of Minutes - Council Ordinary Meeting - 30 July 2026

Resolution: Moved by Mayor Teresa Harding:

12.1

Confirmation of Minutes of Ordinary Meeting

Resolution C2026/00/226

Moved by Mayor Teresa Harding:

Seconded by Councillor Jim Madden:

That the Minutes of the Ordinary Meeting held on 30 July 2026 be confirmed.

AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE

Councillors: Councillors:

Harding Nil

Madsen

Augustine

Jonic

Tully

Doyle

Antoniolli

Martin

Madden

The motion was put and carried.

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12.2. Confirmation of Minutes - Council Special Meeting - 5 August 2026

Resolution: Moved by Councillor Pye Augustine:

12.2

Confirmation of Minutes of Special Meeting

Resolution C2026/00/227

Moved by Councillor Pye Augustine:

Seconded by Councillor Andrew Antoniolli:

That the Minutes of the Special Meeting held on 5 August 2026 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 BUSINESS ARISING OUT OF PREVIOUS MEETING AND Matters Lying on the Table to be Dealt With

Nil

15. Reception and Consideration of Committee Reports

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15.1. Report of Infrastructure, Planning and Assets Committee No. 2026(06) of 11 August 2026

Resolution: Moved by Councillor Andrew Antoniolli:

15.1

Report of Infrastructure, Planning and Assets Committee No. 2026(06) of 11 August 2026

Resolution C2026/00/228

Moved by Councillor Andrew Antoniolli:

Seconded by Deputy Mayor Nicole Jonic:

That Council adopt the recommendations of the Infrastructure, Planning and Assets Committee

No. 2026(06) of 11 August 2026 .

AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE

Councillors: Councillors:

Harding Nil

Madsen

Augustine

Jonic

Tully

Doyle

Antoniolli

Martin

Madden

The motion was put and carried.

This block motion adopts all items of the Infrastructure, Planning and Assets Committee

No. 2026(06) of 11 August 2026, as listed below, as resolutions of Council:

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1. Confirmation of Minutes of the Infrastructure, Planning and Assets Committee No. 2026(05) of 16 June 2026

Infrastructure, Planning and Assets Committee - Item 1

Confirmation of Minutes of the Infrastructure, Planning and Assets Committee No. 2026(05) of 16 June 2026

Resolution C2026/00/229

That the minutes of the Infrastructure, Planning and Assets Committee held on 16 June 2026 be confirmed.

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2 Adoption of the Strategic Asset Management Plan and Asset Management Plan Executive Summaries

Infrastructure, Planning and Assets Committee – Item 2

Adoption of the Strategic Asset Management Plan and Asset Management Plan Executive Summaries

Resolution C2026/00/230(IPAAC)

A. That the Strategic Asset Management Plan 2026-2031, in accordance with section 167 and 168 of the Local Government Regulation 2012, be adopted (Attachment 1).

B. That the Chief Executive Officer be authorised to update the Strategic Asset Management Plan 2026-2031 with any minor administrative changes as required.

C. That the four (4) Asset Management Plan Executive Summaries be received and noted (Attachment 2).

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3 Asset and Infrastructure Services Department Capital Delivery Report June 2026

Infrastructure, Planning and Assets Committee – Item 3

Asset and Infrastructure Services Department Capital Delivery Report June 2026

Resolution C2026/00/231(IPAAC)

That the report on capital delivery by the Asset and Infrastructure Services Department for the month of June 2026 be received and the contents noted.

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3.1 New Item (Council) - Infrastructure, Planning and Assets Committee - Item 3.1 Question on Notice - Costing Amount for WMAC Signals Wulkuraka

Infrastructure, Planning and Assets Committee - Item 3.1

Question on Notice - Costing Amount for WMAC Signals Wulkuraka

Councillor Jim Madden queried the completed cost amount vs the estimated cost amount in the table titled ’Grant Projects Scheduled for delivery this FY (includes Multi-year Funding)’, Project Name ‘WMAC Signals Wulkuraka’. Councillor Madden asked if the costs identified in the report could be confirmed as to whether it is the completed or estimated cost.

Mentions: Wulkuraka

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4 Exercise of Delegation Report

Infrastructure, Planning and Assets Committee – Item 4

Exercise of Delegation Report

Resolution C2026/00/232(IPAAC)

That the Exercise of Delegation report for the period

28 May 2026 to 23 July 2026 be received and the contents noted.

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5 Planning and Environment Court Action Status Report

Infrastructure, Planning and Assets Committee – Item 5

Planning and Environment Court Action Status Report

Resolution C2026/00/233(IPAAC)

That the Planning and Environment Court Action status report be received and the contents noted.

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5.1 New Item (Council) - Infrastructure, Planning and Assets Committee - Item 5.1 Question on Notice - Earth Works - Warwick Road, Yamanto

Infrastructure, Planning and Assets Committee - Item 5.1

Question on Notice - Earth Works - Warwick Road, Yamanto

Councillor Jim Madden queried the development occurring on the property that is on the corner of Warwick Road and Hall Street, Yamanto.

Mentions: Hall Street · Warwick Road · Yamanto

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15.2. Report of Finance and Governance Committee No. 2026(06) of 11 August 2026

Resolution: Moved by Councillor Paul Tully:

15.2

Report of Finance and Governance Committee No. 2026(06) of 11 August 2026

Resolution C2026/00/234

Moved by Councillor Paul Tully:

Seconded by Mayor Teresa Harding:

That Council adopt the recommendations of the Finance and Governance Committee No. 2026(06) of

11 August 2026 with the exception of Item 16 titled Meeting Procedures Policy amendments and for that item to be deferred until after Questions on Notice at the end of the meeting .

AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE

Councillors: Councillors:

Harding Nil

Madsen

Augustine

Jonic

Tully

Doyle

Antoniolli

Martin

Madden

The motion was put and carried.

This block motion adopts all items of the Finance and Governance Committee No. 2026(06) of 11 August 2026, as listed below, with the exception of Item 16, as resolutions of Council:

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1. Confirmation of Minutes of the Finance and Governance Committee No. 2026(05) of 16 June 2026

Finance and Governance Committee - Item 1

Confirmation of Minutes of the Finance and Governance Committee No. 2026(05) of 16 June 2026

Resolution C2026/00/235

That the minutes of the Finance and Governance Committee held on 16 June 2026 be confirmed.

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2 Annual review of CEO delegations and amendments due to legislative updates

Finance and Governance Committee – Item 2

Annual review of CEO delegations and amendments due to legislative updates

Resolution C2026/00/236(FAGCC)

A. That the delegations to the Chief Executive Officer as detailed in Attachment 1 to the report by the Senior Governance Officer dated 2 July 226 be adopted.

B. That the delegations to the Chief Executive Officer as detailed in Attachment 3 be amended as detailed in Attachment 2 to the report by the Senior Governance Officer dated 2 July 2026

C. That the delegations to the Chief Executive Officer as detailed in Attachment 4 to the report by the Senior Governance Officer dated 2 July 2026 be repealed.

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3 Disaster Recovery Program Management Services Supporting Recovery Activities

Finance and Governance Committee – Item 3

Disaster Recovery Program Management Services Supporting Recovery Activities

Resolution C2026/00/237(FAGCC)

A. That the Disaster Recovery Program Management Services Supporting Recovering Activities report be received and the contents noted.

B. That Council note the expenditure incurred under Contract 19000 to support delivery of Council's disaster recovery program from 2022 to 2026 and the operational factors contributing to the increased project and program management requirements.

C. That Council note the approved transition from Contract 19000 (LB279) to a new engagement with Turner & Townsend under Local Buy LB505 for the delivery of project and program management services associated with the Tropical Cyclone Alfred (2025) recovery program.

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4 Disposal (Lease) over Council owned Freehold Land at 460-466 Redbank Plains Road, Redbank Plains

Finance and Governance Committee – Item 4

Disposal (Lease) over Council owned Freehold Land at 460-466 Redbank Plains Road, Redbank Plains

Resolution C2026/00/238(FAGCC)

A. That pursuant to section 236(2) of the Local Government Regulation 2012 (Regulation), Council resolve that the exception at section 236(1)(b)(ii) of the Regulation applies to the disposal of interest in land at

460-466 Redbank Plains Road, Redbank Plains more particularly described as part of Lot 109 on RP124178 , for a Kindergarten , because The Creche and Kindergarten Association Limited (Lessee) is a community organisation.

B. That Council enter into a lease (Council file reference number 6425 ) with the Lessee:

(i) at a commencing annual rent of $3,150.00 excluding GST, payable to Council

(ii) for a term of for a term of five (5) years, with no options for extension.

Mentions: Redbank Plains Road · Redbank Plains

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5 Disposal (Lease) over Council Owned Freehold Land at 56 Harold Summervilles Road, Karalee

Finance and Governance Committee – Item 5

Disposal (Lease) over Council Owned Freehold Land at 56 Harold Summervilles Road, Karalee

Resolution C2026/00/239(FAGCC)

A. That pursuant to section 236(2) of the Local Government Regulation 2012 (Regulation), Council resolve that the exception at section 236(1)(b)(ii) of the Regulation applies to the disposal of interest in land at 56 Harold Summervilles Road, Karalee more particularly described as part of Lot 1 on RP170788 , for Playgroup Activities , because Play Matters Australia Ltd (Lessee) is a community organisation.

B. That Council enter into a lease (Council file reference number 6432 ) with the Lessee:

(i) at an annual rent of $1.00 excluding GST, payable to Council if demanded, and

(ii) for a term of five (5) years, with no options for extension.

Mentions: Harold Summervilles Road · Karalee

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6 New Trustee Lease over Rosewood Showgrounds, 1 Railway Street, Rosewood

Finance and Governance Committee – Item 6

New Trustee Lease over Rosewood Showgrounds, 1 Railway Street, Rosewood

Resolution C2026/00/240(FAGCC)

A. That pursuant to section 236(2) of the Local Government Regulation 2012 (Regulation), Council as Trustee for the State of Queensland resolve that exception at section 236(1)(b)(ii) of the Regulation applies to the disposal of leasehold interest in land at

1 Railway Street, Rosewood more particularly described as part of Lot 2 and Plan RP35616 , because the Rosewood Hack and Pony Club Inc. (Trustee Lessee) is a community organisation.

B. That Council enter into a trustee lease (Council file reference number 6397 ) with the Trustee Lessee:

(i) at an annual rent of $1.00 excluding GST, payable to Council if demanded, and

(ii) for a term of for a term of five (5) years, with no options for extension.

Mentions: Railway Street · Rosewood

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7 Proposed Surrender of Access Easement (Bellbird Park)

Finance and Governance Committee – Item 7

Proposed Surrender of Access Easement (Bellbird Park)

Resolution C2026/00/241(FAGCC)

That Council declare the existing Easement D in Lot 25 on SP296625 located at Bellbird Park, surplus to Council requirements and grant consent to the surrender of Easement D.

Mentions: Bellbird Park

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8 Outcome of delegation to the CEO to enter into a contract for the supply of small contestable site electricity

Finance and Governance Committee – Item 8

Outcome of delegation to the CEO to enter into a contract for the supply of small contestable site electricity

Resolution C2026/00/242(FAGCC)

That Council note the three-year electricity contract between Ipswich City Council and Origin Energy Retail Limited was executed on 26 May 2026 with a proposed contract value of $1,300,000, including retail and network charges.

Mentions: Ipswich

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9 Procurement Recommendation to Award Animal Management Welfare Services

Finance and Governance Committee – Item 9

Procurement Recommendation to Award Animal Management Welfare Services

Resolution C2026/00/243(FAGCC)

A. That pursuant to Section 228 of the Local Government Regulation 2012 (Regulation), Council award Tender No. 251113- 000128 for the provision of Animal Management Services to Animal Welfare League Queensland (Supplier).

B. That Council enter into a contractual arrangement with the Supplier at an approximate purchase price of $34,000,000 excluding GST over the entire term, being a term of Five (5) years, with options for extension at the discretion of Council (as purchaser), of an additional five (5) year term.

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.

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10 Procurement - Recommendation to Award - Management and Operation of Robelle Domain Cafe 1

Finance and Governance Committee – Item 10

Procurement - Recommendation to Award - Management and Operation of Robelle Domain Cafe 1

Resolution C2026/00/244(FAGCC)

That the matter be referred to the next Council meeting for consideration.

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11 Procurement - Ipswich Greening Project - Priority Streetscapes Design and Construct

Finance and Governance Committee – Item 11

Procurement - Ipswich Greening Project - Priority Streetscapes Design and Construct

Resolution C2026/00/245(FAGCC)

A. That pursuant to Section 228 of the Local Government Regulation 2012 (Regulation), Council award Tender No. 260227-000080 for the provision of Ipswich Greening Project - Priority Streetscapes Design & Construct to The Landscape Construction Company Pty Ltd.

B. That Council enter into a contractual arrangement with the Supplier at an approximate purchase price of $ 3,100,000 excluding GST over the entire term 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.

Mentions: Ipswich

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12 Procurement - 5893 Springfield Parkway Duplication Stage 2

Finance and Governance Committee – Item 12

Procurement - 5893 Springfield Parkway Duplication Stage 2

Resolution C2026/00/246(FAGCC)

A. That pursuant to Section 228 of the Local Government Regulation 2012 (Regulation), Council award Tender No. 5893 Springfield Parkway Duplication Stage 2 .

B. That Council enter into a contractual arrangement with the successful supplier for the amount specified in confidential Attachment 1.

C. That pursuant to Section 257(1)(b) of the Local Government Act 2009 , Council delegate to the Chief Executive Officer the power to take contractual action under section 238 of the Local Government Regulation 2012, to implement Council’s decision, provided that such contractual actions will not result in expenditure under the contractual arrangement exceeding the Total Council Approved Amount as specified in Confidential Attachment 1.

Mentions: Springfield

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13 Procurement - Increase to Contract Value for Retail Landscaping

Finance and Governance Committee – Item 13

Procurement - Increase to Contract Value for Retail Landscaping

Resolution C2026/00/247(FAGCC)

A. That Council approve an increase in estimated expenditure for Retail Landscaping with the supplier, Upstallers Pty Ltd, for Contract 5510 up to $3,050,000 excluding GST. This constitutes an increase of $1.15m from original approved value.

B. 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.

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14 Review of the Information Privacy Policy

Finance and Governance Committee – Item 14

Review of the Information Privacy Policy

Resolution C2026/00/248(FAGCC)

That the revised Information Privacy Policy as detailed in Attachment 3, be adopted.

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15 Revised Media and Corporate Communications Policy

Finance and Governance Committee – Item 15

Revised Media and Corporate Communications Policy

Resolution C2026/00/249(FAGCC)

That the matter lay on the table until the September Finance and Governance Committee meeting.

Item 16 was considered at the end of the meeting after Item 18 (Questions on Notice).

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16 Meeting Procedures Policy amendments

Resolution: Moved by Councillor Paul Tully:

Finance and Governance Committee – Item 16

Meeting Procedures Policy amendments

Resolution C2026/00/250(FAGCC)

Moved by Councillor Paul Tully:

Seconded by Mayor Teresa Harding:

That Item 16 of the Finance and Governance Committee No. 2026(06) of 11 August 2026 be received and adopted subject to the inclusion of the circulated amendments listed below:

Circulated Amendments :

In 8.3, after the word “council” insert “or the relevant committee”;

In 9.1.3, at the end insert: “In accordance with sections 12(4)(a) and 12(5) of the LGA, any such delegation shall be notified forthwith to all councillors and included in an online Public Register of Delegations.”;

In 9.4.2, delete line (a) and insert “be made by the mayor or three or more councillors; and”

In 9.9.3(a), delete “A notice of motion signed” and insert “A written notice of motion”;

In 11.11.2, delete “and duration”;

In 11.11.3, delete “specified period”, and insert “discussion”;

Insert 11.13 - Point of Correction

11.13.1 A councillor may raise a Point of Correction where the councillor reasonably believes that a material statement of fact made during proceedings is incorrect or misleading.

11.13.2 A Point of Correction must:

a) be raised immediately after the statement is made;

b) clearly identify the statement to which the correction relates; and

c) be confined solely to the factual correction.

11.13.3 A Point of Correction must not be used to enter into debate or express disagreement with an opinion, interpretation or argument or revisit matters already determined by Council.

In 15.2.4, delete “resolution” and insert “motion”.

A. That the revised policy titled ‘ Meeting Procedures Policy’ as detailed in Attachment 2, be adopted subject to the following proposed amendments previously circulated to councillors including an additional change in relation to moving motions at Council:

8.2 - delete “and duration”

9.1.4 - add the word ‘to’ after “unavailable” and before “chair”

9.4.1(c) - delete “9.5.2” and insert “9.4.2”

9.5.5 - add a dot point under “Officers Reports” titled “matters proposed for consideration at the meeting”

9.6.1 - amend to read: “a councillor may attend a council or committee meeting in person or by teleconference.”

9.6.2 - delete and renumber 9.6.3 as 9.6.2

9.8.1 - delete “five (5) full business day” and insert “at least five (5) full business days”

9.9.2 - delete the words ‘rescinded or’ and replace the words ‘acted upon’ with the word ‘implemented’

9.9.4 – delete and replace with ‘A resolution may be repealed or amended only if notice of intention to propose the repeal or amendment is given to each councillor at least 5 days before the meeting at which the proposal is to be made’.

9.9.5 - delete and replace with ‘Where a motion to repeal or amend a resolution is received in accordance with 9.9.3, implementation of the original resolution is to be held in abeyance ”.

9.9.6 - delete

10.8.3(a) - delete and insert “the councillors moving and seconding the motion.”

10.8.3(b)- delete and insert “ councillors for and against the motion”

10.8.3(c) - delete and insert the mover of the motion has the final right of reply’ and”

10.8.3(e) - re-number as 10.8.3(d)

11.2.2 - delete (a) and (b) and insert:

(a) if at least one councillor has spoken in favour of the motion or amendment and no councillor expresses an intention to speak against it; or

(b) if at least two councillors have spoken in favour of the motion or amendment and at least two Councillors have spoken against the motion or amendment.

11.8.1 - delete “if permitted”

11.8.1 – delete the word “seat” and replace with the word “position”.

11.9.3 - delete

11.9.4 - re-number as 11.9.3

13.1.5 - delete “15.1.1” and insert “13.1.1”

14.1.1 - delete the first sentence and insert “a quorum for a meeting of the local government is a majority of its normal number of councillors.”

In the second sentence, insert “normal” before “number”

15.3.1 - delete the word “first”

17.6 - delete

17.9 - delete and insert “where a procedural motion to close the meeting to the public is passed, all members of the public must leave and not re-enter the room where the meeting is being held until a procedural motion “that the council meeting be re-opened to the public” is passed.”

18.2.4(b) - delete “referr” and insert “refer”

B. That the policy titled ‘Meeting Conduct Policy’ as detailed in Attachment 3, be repealed.

C. That the policy titled ‘Investigation Policy’, as detailed in Attachment 4 be repealed subject to the policy continuing to apply to any existing matter preserved by section 367 of the Local Government Act 2009 until a final determination is made on the matter.

AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE

Councillors: Councillors:

Harding Nil

Madsen

Augustine

Jonic

Tully

Doyle

Antoniolli

Martin

Madden

The motion was put and carried.

Attachments

1. Updated Meeting Procedures Policy with amendments

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17 July 2026 Monthly Financial Performance

Finance and Governance Committee – Item 17

July 2026 Monthly Financial Performance

Resolution C2026/00/251(FAGCC)

That the report on Council’s financial performance for the period ending 31 July 2026, submitted in accordance with section 204 of the Local Government Regulation 2012 , be considered and noted by Council.

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18 New Item (Council) - Membership of Finance and Governance Committee

Finance and governance committee –

item 18

Membership of Finance and Governance Committee

Resolution C2026/00/252

That Councillor David Martin be appointed as a member of the Finance and Governance Committee .

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15.3. Report of Community and Sport Committee No. 2026(06) of 11 August 2026

Resolution: Moved by Councillor Jacob Madsen:

15.3

Report of Community and Sport Committee No. 2026(06) of 11 August 2026

Resolution C2026/00/253

Moved by Councillor Jacob Madsen:

Seconded by Councillor David Martin:

That Council adopt the recommendations of the Community and Sport Committee No. 2026(06) of

11 August 2026 .

AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE

Councillors: Councillors:

Harding Nil

Madsen

Augustine

Jonic

Tully

Doyle

Antoniolli

Martin

Madden

The motion was put and carried.

This block motion adopts all items of the Community and Sport Committee No. 2026(06) of 11 August 2026, as listed below, as resolutions of Council:

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1. Confirmation of Minutes of the Community and Sport Committee No. 2026(05) of 16 June 2026

Community and Sport Committee - Item 1

Confirmation of Minutes of the Community and Sport Committee No. 2026(05) of 16 June 2026

Resolution C2026/00/254

That the minutes of the Community and Sport Committee held on 16 June 2026 be confirmed.

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2 Draft Indigenous Accord 2026 - 2031

Community and Sport Committee – Item 2

Draft Indigenous Accord 2026 - 2031

Resolution C2026/00/255(CASCC)

That the Indigenous Accord 2026-2031 as detailed in Attachment 1, be adopted.

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3 Community Funding and Support Allocations Status Report from 1 April to 30 June 2026

Community and Sport Committee – Item 3

Community Funding and Support Allocations Status Report from 1 April to 30 June 2026

Resolution C2026/00/256(CASCC)

That the report concerning allocation of Council’s Community Funding and Support Programs from 1 April to 30 June 2026 be received and the contents noted.

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4 Report of Sport and Recreation Advisory Committee No. 2026(04) of 30 July 2026

Community and Sport Committee – Item 4

Report of Sport and Recreation Advisory Committee No. 2026(04) of 30 July 2026

Resolution C2026/00/257(CASCC)

That Council adopt the recommendations of the Sport and Recreation Advisory Committee No. 2026(04) of

30 July 2026 .

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15.4. Report of Economic and Cultural Development Committee No. 2026(08) of 11 August 2026

Resolution: Moved by Councillor Pye Augustine:

15.4

Report of Economic and Cultural Development Committee No. 2026(08) of 11 August 2026

Resolution C2026/00/258

Moved by Councillor Pye Augustine:

Seconded by Councillor Marnie Doyle:

That Council adopt the recommendations of the Economic and Cultural Development Committee

No. 2026(08) of 11 August 2026 .

AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE

Councillors: Councillors:

Harding Nil

Madsen

Augustine

Jonic

Tully

Doyle

Antoniolli

Martin

Madden

The motion was put and carried.

This block motion adopts all items of the Economic and Cultural Development Committee No. 2026(08) of 11 August 2026, as listed below, as resolutions of Council:

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1. Confirmation of Minutes of the Economic and Cultural Development Committee No. 2026(07) of 16 June 2026

Economic and Cultural Development Committee - Item 1

Confirmation of Minutes of the Economic and Cultural Development Committee No. 2026(07) of 16 June 2026

Resolution C2026/00/259

That the minutes of the Economic and Cultural Development Committee held on 16 June 2026 be confirmed.

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2 2026 - 2028 Partnership: Ipswich Region Chamber of Commerce

Economic and Cultural Development Committee – Item 2

2026 - 2028 Partnership: Ipswich Region Chamber of Commerce

Resolution C2026/00/260(EACDC)

That the partnership with the Ipswich Region Chamber of Commerce for FY2026-2027 and FY2027-2028 at $35,000 ex GST per annum be approved.

Mentions: Ipswich

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3 2026 - 2028 Partnership: Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce

Economic and Cultural Development Committee – Item 3

2026 - 2028 Partnership: Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce

Resolution C2026/00/261(EACDC)

That the partnership with the Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce for FY2026-2027 and FY2027-2028 at $26,000 ex GST per annum be approved.

Mentions: Springfield

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4 Galvanized - A Festival of Heritage 2026 Program Preview

Economic and Cultural Development Committee – Item 4

Galvanized - A Festival of Heritage 2026 Program Preview

Resolution C2026/00/262(EACDC)

That the program preview report for the Galvanized – A Festival of Heritage 2026 to be received and the contents noted.

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5 Quarterly Event Sponsorship and Ticket Allocation Report

Economic and Cultural Development Committee – Item 5

Quarterly Event Sponsorship and Ticket Allocation Report

Resolution C2026/00/263(EACDC)

A. That Council receive and note the following event sponsorship allocations during the 1 April to 30 June 2026 period:

Event Sponsorship Category 1 up to $15,000 (excl GST) approved by the General Manager, Community, Cultural, and Economic Development:

· Caravan Trade & Industries Association of Queensland - cash support of $4,500 (excl GST) for the 2026 Let's Go Ipswich Caravan and RV Expo

· Queensland Living History Federation Inc - cash support of $14,500 (excl GST) for History Alive: A Journey Through Time 2026

Event Sponsorship Category 2 over $15,000 (excl GST) approved by Council:

· Willowbank Raceway Incorporated - cash support of $25,000 (excl GST) for the Gulf Western Oil Winternationals 2026

Major Community Event Sponsorship Category 1 up to $15,000 (excl GST) approved by the General Manager, Community, Cultural and Economic Development:

· Journey Church - cash support of $11,000 (excl GST), and in-kind support of $3,500 (excl GST) associated with operational costs covered by council’s complementary event.

B. That Council receive and note that there were no event sponsorship ticket allocations made during the 1 April to 30 June 2026 period.

C. That Council receive and note the following event impact study supports were confirmed during the

1 April to 30 June 2026 period:

· 2026 Gulf Western Oil Winternationals, Thursday 4 to Sunday 7 June, Willowbank Raceway

· 2026 Let's Go Ipswich Caravan and RV Expo, Friday 28 to Sunday

30 August, Willowbank Raceway

Mentions: Ipswich · Willowbank

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6 Nicholas Street Precinct August 2026 Redevelopment Progress Report

Economic and Cultural Development Committee – Item 6

Nicholas Street Precinct August 2026 Redevelopment Progress Report

Resolution C2026/00/264(EACDC)

That the updated August 2026 Nicholas Street Precinct Redevelopment Progress Report be received and the contents noted.

Mentions: Nicholas Street

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7 Report of Advocacy Advisory Committee No. 2026(02) of 18 June 2026

Economic and Cultural Development Committee – Item 7

Report of Advocacy Advisory Committee No. 2026(02) of 18 June 2026

Resolution C2026/00/265(EACDC)

That Council adopt the recommendations of the Advocacy Advisory Committee No. 2026(02) of 18 June 2026 .

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8 Report of Advocacy Advisory Committee No. 2026(03) of 28 July 2026

Economic and Cultural Development Committee – Item 8

Report of Advocacy Advisory Committee No. 2026(03) of 28 July 2026

Resolution C2026/00/266(EACDC)

That Council adopt the recommendations of the Advocacy Advisory Committee No. 2026(03) of 28 July 2026 .

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15.5. Report of Environment and Sustainability Committee No. 2026(06) of 11 August 2026

Resolution: Moved by Councillor Jim Madden:

15.5

Report of Environment and Sustainability Committee No. 2026(06) of 11 August 2026

Resolution C2026/00/267

Moved by Councillor Jim Madden:

Seconded by Councillor Andrew Antoniolli:

That Council adopt the recommendations of the Environment and Sustainability Committee No. 2026(06) of 11 August 2026 subject to the inclusion of the Mayor as an apology.

AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE

Councillors: Councillors:

Harding Nil

Madsen

Augustine

Jonic

Tully

Doyle

Antoniolli

Martin

Madden

The motion was put and carried.

This block motion adopts all items of the Environment and Sustainability Committee

No. 2026(06) of 11 August 2026, as listed below, as resolutions of Council:

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1. Confirmation of Minutes of the Environment and Sustainability Committee No. 2026(05) of 16 June 2026

Environment and Sustainability Committee - Item 1

Confirmation of Minutes of the Environment and Sustainability Committee No. 2026(05) of 16 June 2026

Resolution C2026/00/268

That the minutes of the Environment and Sustainability Committee held on 16 June 2026 be confirmed.

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2 Environment and Sustainability Department Capital Delivery Report - FY2025-26

Environment and Sustainability Committee – Item 2

Environment and Sustainability Department Capital Delivery Report - FY2025-26

Resolution C2026/00/269(ESC)

That the report on capital delivery by the Environment and Sustainability Department for FY2025-2026 be received and the contents noted.

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3 Community-based Flood Emergency Action Plans Project (Community Flood Awareness Guides)

Resolution: Moved by Mayor Teresa Harding:

Environment and Sustainability Committee – Item 3

Community-based Flood Emergency Action Plans Project (Community Flood Awareness Guides)

Resolution C2026/00/270(ESC)

That the report on the Community-based Flood Emergency Action Plans project and Community Flood Awareness Guides be received and the contents noted.

Adjourn Meeting

Recommendation

Moved by Mayor Teresa Harding:

Seconded by Councillor Jim Madden:

That the meeting be adjourned at 10.01 am to reconvene at 10.31 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 10.31 am.

Councillor Andrew Antoniolli was not present when the meeting reconvened.

16. Officers’ Reports

Councillor Andrew Antoniolli returned to the meeting at 10.33 am.

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16.1. CEO Organisational Performance Report for July 2026

Resolution: Moved by Mayor Teresa Harding:

16.1

CEO Organisational Performance Report for July 2026

Resolution C2026/00/271

Moved by Mayor Teresa Harding:

Seconded by Councillor Jim Madden:

That the Chief Executive Officer Organisational Performance Report for the month of July 2026 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.

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16.2. Q4 Annual Plan 2025-2026 Quarterly Performance Report

Resolution: Moved by Mayor Teresa Harding:

16.2

Q4 Annual Plan 2025-2026 Quarterly Performance Report

Resolution C2026/00/272

Moved by Mayor Teresa Harding:

Seconded by Councillor Marnie Doyle:

That the Quarter 4 Annual Plan 2025-2026 Quarterly Performance 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.

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16.2.1 New Item (Council) - Questions on Notice

Questions on Notice – Item 16.2

Councillors Marnie Doyle and Pye Augustine asked the following questions in relation to Item 16.2:

· In relation to the Bin App Data downloads on page 28 – is this the number of residents downloading the App for the first time or the number of App interactions by residents in the period?

· In relation to the City Events and Marketing Services section on page 20 – Could a breakdown of attendance via festival be provided?

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16.3. Annual Plan 2026-2027 - Core Business Services

Resolution: Moved by Mayor Teresa Harding:

16.3

Annual Plan 2026-2027 - Core Business Services

Resolution C2026/00/273

Moved by Mayor Teresa Harding:

Seconded by Councillor Marnie Doyle:

A. That Ipswich City Council adopt the Core Business Services information.

B. That the Chief Executive Officer be authorised to update the Annual Plan for 2026-2027 to incorporate the Core Business Services information and to make minor administrative changes as required.

AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE

Councillors: Councillors:

Harding Nil

Madsen

Augustine

Jonic

Tully

Doyle

Antoniolli

Martin

Madden

The motion was put and carried.

Mentions: Ipswich

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16.4. Potential Partnership Opportunity

Resolution: Moved by Mayor Teresa Harding:

16.4

Potential Partnership Opportunity

Recommendation

Moved by Mayor Teresa Harding:

Seconded by Councillor Jim Madden:

A. That Council enter into a Partnership Agreement as detailed in Attachment 3.

B. That Council authorise the Chief Executive Officer to take the necessary action and to execute the partnership agreement on behalf of Ipswich City Council.

Move into Closed Session

Moved by Mayor Teresa Harding

Seconded by Councillor Marnie Doyle

That in accordance with section 254J(3)(g) of the Local Government Regulation 2012 , the meeting move into closed session to discuss Item 16.4 titled Potential Partnership Opportunity.

AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE

Councillors: Councillors:

Harding Nil

Madsen

Augustine

Jonic

Tully

Doyle

Antoniolli

Martin

Madden

The motion was put and carried.

The meeting moved into closed session at 10.42 am

Move into Open Session

Moved by Mayor Teresa Harding

Seconded by Councillor Andrew Antoniolli:

That the meeting move into open session.

AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE

Councillors: Councillors:

Harding Nil

Madsen

Augustine

Jonic

Tully

Doyle

Antoniolli

Martin

Madden

The motion was put and carried.

The meeting moved into open session at 10.57 am.

Resolution C2026/00/274

Moved by Mayor Teresa Harding:

Seconded by Councillor Andrew Antoniolli:

A. That Council enter into a Partnership Agreement as detailed in Attachment 3 .

B. That Council authorise the Chief Executive Officer to take the necessary action and to execute the partnership agreement on behalf of Ipswich City Council.

AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE

Councillors: Councillors:

Harding Nil

Madsen

Augustine

Jonic

Tully

Doyle

Antoniolli

Martin

Madden

The motion was put and carried.

Mentions: Ipswich

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16.5. Procurement - Recommendation to Award - Management and Operation of Robelle Domain Cafe 1

Resolution: Moved by Mayor Teresa Harding:

16.5

Procurement - Recommendation to Award - Management and Operation of Robelle Domain Cafe 1

Resolution C2026/00/275

Moved by Mayor Teresa Harding:

Seconded by Deputy Mayor Nicole Jonic:

A. That pursuant to Section 228 of the Local Government Regulation 2012 (Regulation), Council award Tender number 250903-000381 for the Management and Operation of Robelle Domain café 1 to the recommended supplier detailed in Attachment 1 (Purchaser).

B. That Council enter into a contractual arrangement with the Purchaser for the Management and Operation of Robelle Domain Café 1 for a term of five (5) years commencing on terms substantially in accordance with the tender and lease documentation.

AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE

Councillors: Councillors:

Harding Nil

Madsen

Augustine

Jonic

Tully

Doyle

Antoniolli

Martin

Madden

The motion was put and carried.

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16.6. Ipswich City Council - 2027 Council and Committee Meetings Calendar

Resolution: Moved by Mayor Teresa Harding:

16.6

Ipswich City Council - 2027 Council and Committee Meetings Calendar

Resolution C2026/00/276

Moved by Mayor Teresa Harding:

Seconded by Deputy Mayor Nicole Jonic:

A. That the 2027 Council and Committee Meeting dates and times be adopted as detailed in Attachment 1 and as outlined below:

COUNCIL/COMMITTEE

MEETING DAY AND TIME

MEETING DATES

Council Ordinary Meeting

Thursday 9.00 am

* Special Meeting for adoption of budget at 9 am

28 January 2027

25 February 2027

25 March 2027

29 April 2027

27 May 2027

24 June 2027

29 June 2027*

29 July 2026

26 August 2027

23 September 2027

28 October 2027

25 November 2027

9 December 2027

27 January 2028

Infrastructure, Planning and Assets

Tuesday 9.00 am

16 February 2027

16 March 2027

20 April 2027

18 May 2027

15 June 2027

17 August 2027

14 September 2027

12 October 2027

16 November 2027

30 November 2027

Finance and Governance

Tuesday - 10 minutes after the conclusion of the Infrastructure, Planning and Assets Committee or such later time as determined by the preceding committee

16 February 2027

16 March 2027

20 April 2027

18 May 2027

15 June 2027

17 August 2027

14 September 2027

12 October 2027

16 November 2027

30 November 2027

Community and Sport

Tuesday - 10 minutes after the conclusion of the Finance and Governance Committee or such later time as determined by the preceding committee

16 February 2027

16 March 2027

20 April 2027

18 May 2027

15 June 2027

17 August 2027

14 September 2027

12 October 2027

16 November 2027

30 November 2027

Economic and Cultural Development

Tuesday - 10 minutes after the conclusion of the Community and Sport Committee or such later time as determined by the preceding committee

16 February 2027

16 March 2027

20 April 2027

18 May 2027

15 June 2027

17 August 2027

14 September 2027

12 October 2027

16 November 2027

30 November 2027

Environment and Sustainability

Tuesday - 10 minutes after the conclusion of the Economic and Cultural Development Committee or such later time as determined by the preceding committee

16 February 2027

16 March 2027

20 April 2027

18 May 2027

15 June 2027

17 August 2027

14 September 2027

12 October 2027

16 November 2027

30 November 2027

B. That the Chief Executive Officer, in consultation with the Mayor, Deputy Mayor and all Councillors, be authorised to amend the Council and Committee meeting dates if required, with notification of any amendment in accordance with section 254B(4) of the Local Government Regulation 2012.

AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE

Councillors: Councillors:

Harding Madsen

Augustine Antoniolli (Abstain)

Jonic

Tully

Doyle

Martin

Madden

The motion was put and carried.

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17. Notices of Motion

17.1

Notice of Motion - Ipswich Athletics Facility and Bill paterson Oval

Recommendation

Moved by Councillor Andrew Antoniolli:

Seconded by Councillor Jacob Madsen:

A. That Council continue planning for a Synthetic Athletics Track at a Council owned facility as part ongoing strategic planning regarding, but not limited to the planned regional sports hub; and other community sport infrastructure, being planned and delivered in the near future within the City of Ipswich.

B. That a report be prepared for no later than the

29 October 2026 Meeting of Council detailing costings for a scope of works to improve Bill Paterson Oval to the Grass Athletics Track standards required by Ipswich District Athletics, Ipswich Little Athletics, other users and the general public. With said scope of works to consider at minimum: the levelling of the entire surface as required, compaction, returfing (including appropriately graded soil) and any required improvements to drainage.

C. As part of the preparation of the report as outlined in part B. of this motion, the relevant Council Officers conduct engagement with Ipswich District Athletics and Ipswich Little Athletics for their knowledge and information regarding Bill Paterson Oval. With all elected Councillors to be advised of when said engagement takes place, and the opportunity to attend and support the two (2) community sporting organisations.

D. That the Chief Executive Officer take the necessary steps to facilitate delivery of the works outlined above as soon as practical within the current financial year, including the preparation of a budget amendment if required.

At 11.27 am Councillor Marnie Doyle left the meeting room.

At 11.30 am Councillor Marnie Doyle returned to the meeting room.

Moved by Deputy Mayor Nicole Jonic

Seconded by Councillor Jacob Madsen

That the motion be put.

Deputy Mayor Nicole Jonic withdrew her motion “That the motion be put’ to allow councillors who haven’t spoken on the matter to speak.

Suspension of Meeting Procedures

Recommendation

Moved by Mayor Teresa Harding:

Seconded by Councillor Paul Tully:

That the provision of these meeting procedures be suspended, as is necessary, for the purpose of allowing Mayor Teresa Harding to speak further on the matter.

AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE

Councillors: Councillors:

Harding Madsen

Augustine

Jonic

Tully

Doyle

Antoniolli

Martin

Madden

The motion was put and carried.

Resumption of Meeting Procedures

Recommendation

Moved by Mayor Teresa Harding:

Seconded by Councillor David Martin:

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.

Mentions: Ipswich

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17.1. Notice of Motion - Ipswich Athletics Facility and Bill Patterson Oval

Resolution: Moved by Councillor Andrew Antoniolli:

17.1

Notice of Motion - Ipswich Athletics Facility and Bill paterson Oval

Resolution C2026/00/277

Moved by Councillor Andrew Antoniolli:

Seconded by Councillor Jacob Madsen:

A. That Council continue planning for a Synthetic Athletics Track at a Council owned facility as part ongoing strategic planning regarding, but not limited to the planned regional sports hub; and other community sport infrastructure, being planned and delivered in the near future within the City of Ipswich.

B. That a report be prepared for no later than the 29 October 2026 Meeting of Council detailing costings for a scope of works to improve Bill Paterson Oval to the Grass Athletics Track standards required by Ipswich District Athletics, Ipswich Little Athletics, other users and the general public. With said scope of works to consider at minimum: the levelling of the entire surface as required, compaction, returfing (including appropriately graded soil) and any required improvements to drainage.

C. As part of the preparation of the report as outlined in part B. of this motion, the relevant Council Officers conduct engagement with Ipswich District Athletics and Ipswich Little Athletics for their knowledge and information regarding Bill Paterson Oval. With all elected Councillors to be advised of when said engagement takes place, and the opportunity to attend and support the two community sporting organisations.

D. That the Chief Executive Officer take the necessary steps to facilitate delivery of the works outlined above as soon as practical within the current financial year, including the preparation of a budget amendment if required.

AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE

Councillors: Councillors:

Harding Nil

Madsen

Augustine

Jonic

Tully

Doyle

Antoniolli

Martin

Madden

The motion was put and carried.

Adjourn Meeting

Recommendation

Moved by Mayor Teresa Harding:

Seconded by Councillor Paul Tully:

That the meeting be adjourned at 12.06 pm to reconvene at 12.46 pm.

AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE

Councillors: Councillors:

Harding Nil

Madsen

Augustine

Jonic

Tully

Doyle

Antoniolli

Martin

Madden

The motion was put and carried.

The meeting reconvened at 12.46 pm.

Mentions: Ipswich

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17.2. Notice of Motion - Rehabilitation of the Playing Fields at Silver Jubilee Park, Spring Mountain

Resolution: Moved by Deputy Mayor Nicole Jonic:

17.2

Notice of Motion - Rehabilitation of the Playing Fields at Silver Jubilee Park, Spring Mountain

Recommendation

Moved by Deputy Mayor Nicole Jonic:

Seconded by Councillor Jacob Madsen:

A. That a report be presented to Council no later than its meeting of 29 October 2026, providing a recommended and costed scope of works for the rehabilitation of the two rectangular playing fields at Silver Jubilee Park, Spring Mountain.

B. That the scope of works consider practical, long-term improvements necessary to ensure the playing fields are safe, fit for purpose and capable of withstanding their projected level of community and sporting use, including consideration of:

1. the condition and suitability of the underlying soil profile and substrate;

2. drainage and field preparation requirements;

3. the selection of turf species appropriate to the intended sporting uses and local conditions; and

4. the capacity and effectiveness of the irrigation system.

C. That, in preparing the report, the relevant Council officers consult with the Chair of the Community and Sport Committee, the divisional councillors, and any other relevant stakeholders.

D. That the report identify:

1. the recommended scope and estimated cost of the rehabilitation works;

2. an appropriate funding source, including any budget amendment required; and

3. a proposed procurement and delivery timetable.

E. That, following Council’s consideration and approval of the report, the Chief Executive Officer take the necessary steps to facilitate delivery of the approved works as soon as practicable within the 2026–2027 financial year.

Deputy Mayor Nicole Jonic proposed the following additional Recommendation F:

F. That a review of process, standards and specifications for new sporting fields be undertaken and that a report be presented to a future Infrastructure, Planning and Assets Committee meeting. The report is to consider the recommendations of the report identified in Recommendation B, and recommended improvements of the Ipswich City Plan 2025, Local Government Infrastructure Plan, Standard Drawings and other relevant standards and specifications.

The seconder of the original motion agreed to the additional recommendation.

Resolution C2026/00/279

Moved by Deputy Mayor Nicole Jonic:

Seconded by Councillor Jacob Madsen:

A. That a report be presented to Council no later than its meeting of 29 October 2026, providing a recommended and costed scope of works for the rehabilitation of the two rectangular playing fields at Silver Jubilee Park, Spring Mountain.

B. That the scope of works consider practical, long-term improvements necessary to ensure the playing fields are safe, fit for purpose and capable of withstanding their projected level of community and sporting use, including consideration of:

1. the condition and suitability of the underlying soil profile and substrate;

2. drainage and field preparation requirements;

3. the selection of turf species appropriate to the intended sporting uses and local conditions; and

4. the capacity and effectiveness of the irrigation system.

C. That, in preparing the report, the relevant Council officers consult with the Chair of the Community and Sport Committee, the divisional councillors, and any other relevant stakeholders.

D. That the report identify:

1. the recommended scope and estimated cost of the rehabilitation works;

2. an appropriate funding source, including any budget amendment required; and

3. a proposed procurement and delivery timetable.

E. That, following Council’s consideration and approval of the report, the Chief Executive Officer take the necessary steps to facilitate delivery of the approved works as soon as practicable within the 2026–2027 financial year.

F. That a review of process, standards and specifications for new sporting fields be undertaken and that a report be presented to a future Infrastructure, Planning and Assets Committee meeting. The report is to consider the recommendations of the report identified in Recommendation B, and recommended improvements of the Ipswich City Plan 2025, Local Government Infrastructure Plan, Standard Drawings and other relevant standards and specifications.

AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE

Councillors: Councillors:

Harding Nil

Madsen

Augustine

Jonic

Tully

Doyle

Antoniolli

Martin

Madden

The motion was put and carried.

Mentions: Spring Mountain · Ipswich

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17.3. Notice of Motion - Appointment of External Advisors to the Multicultural Advisory Committee

Resolution: Moved by Councillor Pye Augustine:

17.3

Notice of Motion - Appointment of External Advisors to the Multicultural Advisory Committee

Recommendation

That the Council consider at its meeting on 27 August 2026 the recommendations of the Multicultural Advisory Committee Meeting regarding appointment of external advisors.

Recommendation

Moved by Councillor Pye Augustine:

Seconded by Councillor Jacob Madsen:

A. That Council approve the appointment of the preferred applicants as identified in Confidential Attachment 1 as external advisors to the Multicultural Advisory Committee (subject to a satisfactory background/reference check and a completed volunteer agreement).

B. That Council approve the applicants as identified in Confidential Attachment 1 for an Order of Merit, to be offered appointment in the event one (1) of the preferred applicants declines the offer of appointment or ceases to continue their appointment for any reason at any point during the term.

C. That Council approve the term of appointment of external advisors to align with the remaining 2024-2028 term of council.

D. That Council approve an amendment to the Ipswich City Council Standing and Advisory Committee Terms of Reference annexure 3.3 (Attachment 2), to enable the appointment of up to six (6) external advisors to the Multicultural Advisory Committee.

E. That pending approval of Recommendation D, Council approve the appointment of the preferred candidate as outlined in Confidential Attachment 1.

Councillor Paul Tully proposed that the word ‘pending’ in Recommendation E be changed to ‘subject to’

E. That subject to approval of Recommendation D, Council approve the appointment of the preferred candidate as outlined in Confidential Attachment 1.

The mover and seconder of the motion agreed to the change.

Resolution C2026/00/280

Moved by Councillor Pye Augustine:

Seconded by Deputy Mayor Nicole Jonic:

A. That Council approve the appointment of the preferred applicants as identified in Confidential Attachment 1 as external advisors to the Multicultural Advisory Committee (subject to a satisfactory background/reference check and a completed volunteer agreement).

B. That Council approve the applicants as identified in Confidential Attachment 1 for an Order of Merit, to be offered appointment in the event one of the preferred applicants declines the offer of appointment or ceases to continue their appointment for any reason at any point during the term.

C. That Council approve the term of appointment of external advisors to align with the remaining 2024-28 term of council.

D. That Council approve an amendment to the Ipswich City Council Standing and Advisory Committee Terms of Reference annexure 3.3 (Attachment 2), to enable the appointment of up to six (6) external advisors to the Multicultural Advisory Committee.

E. That subject to approval of Recommendation D, Council approve the appointment of the preferred candidate as outlined in Confidential Attachment 1.

AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE

Councillors: Councillors:

Harding Nil

Madsen

Augustine

Jonic

Tully

Doyle

Antoniolli

Martin

Madden

The motion was put and carried.

18. Questions on Notice

Mentions: Ipswich

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18.1 New Item (Council) - Question on Notice

Question on Notice – SMART GLASSES

Councillor Marnie Doyle raised the following Question on Notice:

“Is Ipswich City Council considering a review of signage at Council owned pool facilities in relation to smart glasses and other devices with built in recording functions?”

Mentions: Ipswich

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18.2 New Item (Council) - QUESTION ON NOTICE

QUESTION ON NOTICE – planning legislation changes

Councillor Jacob Madsen raised the following Question on Notice:

Could the Planning and Regulatory Services Department advise in relation to the planning legislation changes in Queensland: “Is there scope for the proposed state strategic project designation to be applied to developments in Ipswich (that may not be related to critical minerals).”

At this point in the meeting Item 16 of the Report of the Finance and Governance Committee titled Meeting Procedures Policy Amendments was considered.

MEETING CLOSED

The meeting closed at 1.19 pm

“These minutes are subject to confirmation at the next scheduled Council Ordinary Meeting”

Mentions: Ipswich

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