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Sunshine Coast Council’s $847 million budget includes: $162 million
to maintain, renew and replace roads, pathways and stormwater assets.
$118 million on waste management services.
$94 million
for transport, stormwater and open spaces, servicing development applications, managing property and public health and planning for sustainable growth.
$93 million
to maintain, renew and replace Council’s many parks, gardens and sporting facilities.
$60 million
for libraries, galleries, community facilities and community services.
$52 million
for our environment programs and services, including beaches and foreshores management and maintenance, bushland conservation and clean energy.
$39 million
for initiatives to support the resilience of our local economy and opportunities for local businesses, including major events and holiday parks.
$7 million
for community events and grants.
Council will deliver a stronger, better and sustainable region. We are balancing investment in our community, our environment and our economy, and responding to climate change for today’s residents and future generations. This budget will invest $273 million in jobcreating infrastructure projects. Scan the QR code to see how together we are building Australia’s most sustainable region: Healthy. Smart. Creative.
alling all foodies and culinary enthusiasts! Local restaurants, farms, tourism and event operators are ready to throw open their doors as part of The Curated (side) Plate culinary festival from 29 July to 7 August 2022. Sunshine Coast Council has released the full schedule All events refer to of events for this year‘s The Curated (side) Plate to be held within the Sunshine Coast region. the website map pins... There has been a huge local response to the expressions of interest process resulting in 85 events managed by 37 different organisers, with more businesses expected to join Bask Eumundi the broad menu of events and culinary experiences over the presents Long Lunch coming weeks. The 85 participating events will utilise an array of celebrating Eastwell produce and event services of more than 170 Sunshine Farms. Fri 29 July, Coast businesses – all set to be on show to locals, intrastate, 12-3.30pm, 4/101 interstate and international visitors with more than 5000 tickets available to the various schedule of events across the Memorial Drive. 10-day period. From regional favourites such as Harry’s on Buderim and Spicer’s Tamarind, to great local producers including The Falls Farm Montville Coffee and Sunshine Coast Cider – The Curated presents Seasonal (side) Plate program has it all! Sunshine Coast Council Economy Portfolio Councillor Tastings – Winter. Jason O’Pray said the strong range of festival events would be Sun 31 July, 10am a fantastic showcase of the region’s fabulous food, alluring to 4pm, 130 Johnson lifestyle and would offer plenty of eventful experiences. “With 400 food tourism operators and a food agribusiness Road, Mapleton. industry currently valued at more than $700 million, the Sunshine Coast is taking the opportunity to capitalise on the Mapleton Public House fast growing ‘Food Tourism’ sector,” Cr O’Pray said. “There are plenty of locations, activities, menus and price presents Kitchen points to suit everyone, and many hidden gems to surprise visitors and locals. I want everyone to taste a bit of the Sunshine Takeover with Chef Coast and support our local businesses and producers.” Alejandro Cancino – Visit Sunshine Coast CEO Matt Stoeckel said good food Thurs 4 August, 6pm, and drink was a strong motivator for travel, and The Curated (side) Plate was the perfect opportunity to invite visitors to 2 Flaxton Drive. explore our region – plate in hand. “From our famed Mooloolaba prawns to award-winning craft beers, incredible restaurants and agri-tourism products Mountaintop the Sunshine Coast has incredible culinary experiences,” Mr Mushrooms presents Stoeckel said. “Events like this provide a platform to showcase all that is Master the Art of new in our food and drink experiences and build our profile as Growing Gourmet a must-visit food destination in Australia.” Harry’s on Buderim owner and head chef Stuart Bell said Mushrooms At Home. he couldn’t wait to welcome the event back to the region. Sun 7 August, “The concept is a really important step in establishing 9.30am to 12 noon, our region for its amazing produce and culinary experiences. Having worked in the industry for 30 years, I understand The Old Witta School the importance of supporting local business and I am a big Community Centre advocate of sourcing local produce to create our delicious seasonal menus and monthly degustation events,” Mr Bell said. Inc., Witta Road. Phillip Hart, owner of Mooloolaba’s The Dock and Sunreef, Whale One, said The Curated (side) Plate brought a phenomenal opportunity to the Sunshine Coast: “It will allow the region to showcase what it has to offer to a national and international consumer base which will assist in economic recovery from flood and COVID affected areas,” he added. And it’s not too late for other Sunshine Coast businesses to get involved. Businesses can still put forward events or ideas to go on the wait list to be included in the coming weeks. To discuss your idea, contact thecuratedplate@sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au
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Calendar of culinary events and online bookings – www.thecuratedplate.com.au The Curated Plate is a Sunshine Coast Council event initiative and supported by the S/Coast Food and Agribusiness Network (FAN). The Curated (Side) Plate 2022 is supported by the Qld Government via Tourism & Events Qld and features on the It’s Live! in Queensland events calendar.
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The Mary Valley Voice
