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Finance and Governance Committee — 2026-05-19
2. Disposal of Easement over Council Land to Urban Utilities for Sewerage Purposes (East Ipswich)
Resolution: Moved by Councillor Marnie Doyle:
2. Disposal of Easement over Council Land to Urban Utilities for Sewerage Purposes (East Ipswich)
This report concerns the disposal of Council land for an easement in favour of Central SEQ Distributor-Retailer Authority (trading as Urban Utilities). The Easement will facilitate the installation and ongoing maintenance of upgraded infrastructure for the Chermside Road Pump Station to the Bundamba Sewerage Treatment Plant creating a new sewer line.
Recommendation
Moved by Councillor Marnie Doyle:
Seconded by Deputy Mayor Nicole Jonic:
A. That Council resolve pursuant to Section 236(2) of the Local Government Regulation 2012 (the Regulation) that the exemption referred to in Section 236(1)(b)(i) of the Regulation applies for the disposal of interest in Part of Land at 214 Chermside Road, Basin Pocket, more particularly described as Lot 7 on CP869447, (“the Land”), by way of Easement agreement for sewerage purpose between Council and Central SEQ Distributor-Retailer Authority (Urban Utilities).
B. That pursuant to Section 257(1)(b) of the Local Government Act 2009 Council resolve to delegate the power to the Chief Executive Officer to be authorised to negotiate and finalise the terms of the proposed Easement as detailed in Recommendation A, for sewerage purpose.
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Tully Nil
Madsen
Jonic
Doyle
Antoniolli
Madden
The motion was put and carried.
Mentions: Chermside Road · East Ipswich · Bundamba · Basin Pocket
3. Disposal of Easements over Council Land to Urban Utilities for Water and Sewerage Purposes (Rosewood)
Resolution: Moved by Councillor Jim Madden:
3. Disposal of Easements over Council Land to Urban Utilities for Water and Sewerage Purposes (Rosewood)
This report concerns the disposal of Council land for two (2) easements in favour of Central Queensland Distributor-Retailer Authority (trading as Urban Utilities) for Water and Sewer purposes over portion of the land at 49 Lacewing Street, Rosewood.
The proposed Easements are required to facilitate sewerage and water connections servicing the adjoining approved residential development under development application 3130/2024/CA located at 126 Nielsen Road, Rosewood.
Recommendation
Moved by Councillor Jim Madden:
Seconded by Deputy Mayor Nicole Jonic:
A. That Council resolve pursuant to Section 236(2) of the Local Government Regulation 2012 (the Regulation) that the exemption referred to in Section 236(1)(b)(i) of the Regulation applies for the disposal of interests in Part of Land at 49 Lacewing Street, Rosewood, more particularly described as Lot 901 on SP143557 (“the Land”), by way of Easement agreements for sewerage and water purposes between Council and Central SEQ Distributor-Retailer Authority (Urban Utilities).
B. That pursuant to Section 257(1)(b) of the Local Government Act 2009 Council resolve to delegate the power to the Chief Executive Officer to be authorised to negotiate and finalise the terms of the proposed Easement as detailed in Recommendation A, for sewerage and water purposes.
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Tully Nil
Madsen
Jonic
Doyle
Antoniolli
Madden
The motion was put and carried.
Mentions: Lacewing Street · Nielsen Road · Rosewood
4. 5326 Marie Street, Goodna - Bank Stabilisation Works (Increased Expenditure)
Resolution: Moved by Deputy Mayor Nicole Jonic:
4. 5326 Marie Street, Goodna - Bank Stabilisation Works (Increased Expenditure)
This report outlines the increased expenditure incurred under Contract 5326 Embankment Stabilisation Works, Marie Street, Goodna . The contract had an original value of $1,144,883.50 (ex GST) and an approved contingency allowance of $114,488.35 (ex GST).
During delivery of the project, unplanned works and delays primarily resulting from the impacts of Tropical Cyclone Alfred required the use of the full contingency and additional expenditure. The total contingency spend reached $1,098,225.39 (ex GST).
The project was completed in March 2026, and no further variations were required after practical completion.
Recommendation
Moved by Deputy Mayor Nicole Jonic:
Seconded by Councillor Paul Tully:
A. That Council receive and note that Contract 5326 – Marie Street, Goodna, Embankment Stabilisation Works which had an original contract value of $1,144,883.50 (ex-GST) and an approved contingency of $114,488.35 (ex GST), has exceeded the approved contingency, with total contingency expenditure reaching $1,098,225.39 (ex-GST). This resulted in a total contract value of $ 2,243,108.89 (ex-GST).
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.
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Tully Nil
Madsen
Jonic
Doyle
Antoniolli
Madden
The motion was put and carried.
Mentions: Marie Street · Goodna
5. Procurement: Electronic Document and Records Management System
Resolution: Moved by Councillor Jim Madden:
5. Procurement: Electronic Document and Records Management System
This is a report concerning the procurement of Council’s Electronic Document Records Management System and Objective Connect and the recommendation to enter into a new Contractual Arrangement with Objective Corporation Limited.
“The attachment/s to this report are confidential in accordance with section 254J(3)(g) of the Local Government Regulation 2012 .”
Recommendation
Moved by Councillor Jim Madden:
Seconded by Councillor Marnie Doyle:
A. That pursuant to Section 228 of the Local Government Regulation 2012 (Regulation), Council award Tender No. 260115-000777 for the provision of Objective EDRMS and Connect to Objective Corporation Limited (Supplier).
B. That Council enter into a contractual arrangement with the Supplier at an approximate purchase price and contract 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.
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Tully Nil
Madsen
Jonic
Doyle
Antoniolli
Madden
The motion was put and carried.
6. Update to Ipswich City Council Standing and Advisory Committee Terms of Reference
Resolution: Moved by Councillor Marnie Doyle:
6. Update to Ipswich City Council Standing and Advisory Committee Terms of Reference
This is a report concerning amendments to the Ipswich City Council Standing and Advisory Committee Terms of Reference arising from recommendations of the Multicultural Advisory Committee No. 2026(01) of 23 March 2026. On 30 April 2026, Council resolved as follows:
B: That the terms of reference for the Multicultural Advisory Committee be updated to include the proposed new section in the Terms of Reference Annexure 3.3 – Multicultural Advisory Committee Section 5. External Advisors and Participants; and
C: That the amended Terms of Reference be referred to the next Finance and Governance committee.
Recommendation
Moved by Councillor Marnie Doyle:
Seconded by Deputy Mayor Nicole Jonic:
That the revised ‘Ipswich City Council Standing and Advisory Committee Terms of Reference’ as detailed in Attachment 2 be adopted.
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Tully Nil
Madsen
Jonic
Doyle
Antoniolli
Madden
The motion was put and carried.
Mentions: Ipswich
7. Proposed Fees and Charges to apply from 1 July 2026
Resolution: Moved by Deputy Mayor Nicole Jonic:
7. Proposed Fees and Charges to apply from 1 July 2026
This is a report concerning the annual review of Ipswich City Council’s (Council) proposed commercial and cost recovery fees and charges, and the recommended pricing to commence with effect 1 July 2026.
Recommendation
Moved by Deputy Mayor Nicole Jonic:
Seconded by Councillor Jim Madden:
That the proposed 2026-2027 Fees and Charges, including all fee policies, as detailed in Attachment 1, be adopted with an effective date of 1 July 2026.
(excluding the fees and charges for Animal Management, Public Health, Food Business and Road Regulation licences and associated services adopted in the meeting held, 17 March 2026 contained in the following sections:
· Sections 2 to 7.4, pages 20 to 31
· Sections 2 to 11.1.2, pages 33 to 40
· Section 3 to 3.2.5, pages 107 to 109
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Tully Nil
Madsen
Jonic
Doyle
Antoniolli
Madden
The motion was put and carried.
Mentions: Ipswich
8. Rates Concession Report
Resolution: Moved by Councillor Jim Madden:
8. Rates Concession Report
This is a report concerning a request for a concession for general rates from Cherish the Environment Foundation Limited for a property at 442 Rosewood-Laidley Road, Lanefield Qld 4340.
“The attachment/s to this report are confidential in accordance with section 254J(3)(d) of the Local Government Regulation 2012 .”
Recommendation
Moved by Councillor Jim Madden:
Seconded by Deputy Mayor Nicole Jonic:
That having satisfied the criteria in s120 of the of the Local Government Regulation 2012 , as well as the Rates Concession Policy, the property at 442 Rosewood-Laidley Road Lanefield Qld 4340 , be granted a 100% concession on the differential general rate from the 17 March 2026, being the date of application.
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Tully Nil
Madsen
Jonic
Doyle
Antoniolli
Madden
The motion was put and carried.
Mentions: Laidley Road · Rosewood · Lanefield
9. Queensland Audit Office 2026 First Interim Audit Report
Resolution: Moved by Councillor Marnie Doyle:
9. Queensland Audit Office 2026 First Interim Audit Report
This is a report concerning the Queensland Audit Office (QAO) 2026 first interim audit report for the financial year ending 30 June 2026 detailing the results of internal controls testing performed to 28 February 2026.
“The attachment/s to this report are confidential in accordance with section 254J(3)(i) of the Local Government Regulation 2012.”
Recommendation
Moved by Councillor Marnie Doyle:
Seconded by Deputy Mayor Nicole Jonic:
That the Queensland Audit Office 2026 Interim Audit Report, as detailed in Attachment 1, be received and the contents noted.
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Tully Nil
Madsen
Jonic
Doyle
Antoniolli
Madden
The motion was put and carried.
10. Monthly Financial Performance Report - April 2026
Resolution: Moved by Deputy Mayor Nicole Jonic:
10. Monthly Financial Performance Report - April 2026
This is a report concerning Ipswich City Council’s ( Council ) financial performance for the period ending 30 April 2026, submitted in accordance with section 204 of the Local Government Regulation 2012 .
Recommendation
Moved by Deputy Mayor Nicole Jonic:
Seconded by Councillor Jim Madden:
That the report on Council’s financial performance for the period ending
30 April 2026, submitted in accordance with section 204 of the Local Government Regulation 2012 , be considered and noted by Council.
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Tully Nil
Madsen
Jonic
Doyle
Antoniolli
Madden
The motion was put and carried.
NOTICES OF MOTION
Nil
MATTERS ARISING
Nil
QUESTIONS / GENERAL BUSINESS
Councillor Paul Tully (Chairperson) invited Councillor Pye Augustine (Observer) to raise a general business item in relation to membership of the Finance and Governance committee.
Mentions: Ipswich
11 New Item (Committees) - Membership of the Finance and Governance Committee
Resolution: Moved by Councillor Paul Tully:
11. Membership of the Finance and Governance Committee
Recommendation
Moved by Councillor Paul Tully:
Seconded by Councillor Marnie Doyle:
That Councillor Pye Augustine be appointed as a member of the Finance and Governance Committee.
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Tully Nil
Madsen
Jonic
Doyle
Antoniolli
Madden
The motion was put and carried.
Commencement of next meeting
Recommendation
Moved by Councillor Paul Tully:
Seconded by Councillor Marnie Doyle:
That the Community and Sport Committee commence at 10.15 am.
AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE
Councillors: Councillors:
Tully Nil
Madsen
Jonic
Doyle
Antoniolli
Madden
The motion was put and carried.
PROCEDURAL MOTIONS AND FORMAL MATTERS
The meeting commenced at 9.44am.
The meeting closed at 9.55 am.
Source: Ipswich City Council meeting minutes (CC BY 4.0).