Noosa Waters Update

By Adrian Reed, President, Noosa Waters Residents Association (NWRA)

Dear all Noosa Waters Residents,

This post provides a focused update on the Noosa Waters canal system, specifically regarding recent infrastructure upgrades and the NWRA's ongoing advocacy.

A Major Win for Our Waterways: New Salinity Pump is Live!

First, some fantastic news. As you may have seen in Council's recent project update, the installation of a new, German-manufactured primary salinity pump is now complete! This is a significant achievement, replacing a 30-year-old unit and restoring full reliability to our salinity exchange system. This crucial piece of infrastructure, and as a result of our advocacy, is now funded by Noosa Council — not the waterfront levy. It works in tandem with the refurbished backup pump to ensure our canal system operates at its best. This is a testament to Council's commitment to safeguarding our environment and maintaining the amenity of Noosa Waters.

NWRA Advocacy: A Smarter Pumping Cycle for Better Water Quality

With the new pump now in place, the NWRA's focus has shifted to optimising its operation for the best possible environmental outcomes. A key initiative we are advocating for is a change to the current pumping schedule.

Currently, the pump operates on a nightly 12-hour cycle. The NWRA has proposed a move to a more strategic schedule: two 6-hour cycles timed specifically to coincide with the cleaner, incoming high tides.

The objective behind this proposed change is to improve key water quality indicators within the canal system. By pumping during the incoming tides, we aim to increase salinity and dissolved oxygen levels more effectively while also reducing turbidity.

This proposal was a central topic at our recent quarterly meeting with Council. The feasibility of running the pump on high tides has been extensively discussed, and it was determined to be a viable option. The NWRA will continue to advocate for this change as a logical next step in improving the management of our canal ecosystem.

Working Together is the Way Forward

Our partnership with Council is stronger than ever. We are refining our Partnering Agreement to ensure it provides a clear roadmap for governance and long-term planning, and we are improving how we work together.

Eenie Creek Road Noise

We also had a very direct and productive conversation about the long-standing concerns of residents living along the road corridor, particularly regarding noise and the deteriorating fence. This now sits as a budget item in the infrastructure plan, and we are optimistic that there will be further progress to report on this front over the coming months.

Come and Meet Us This Friday

If you would like to learn more about what the NWRA committee is doing to represent residents, or simply connect with your neighbours and community, we would love to see you at our upcoming Noosa Waters Meet and Greet.

Friday 27th March 2026, 5pm – 7pm

Croquet Club, Seashell Place, Noosa Waters

$25 per person — includes a glass of prosecco on arrival. BYO drinks. Lucky door prize.Finger food provided by The Sanctuary Cafe Acres, with music by Andrew Cleak.

RSVP is required. Tickets can be purchased online at www.nwra.com.au/events-1/meet-and-greet-2026.

Spots are limited, so please book quickly.

For enquiries, contact Kerry Boulton on 0404 886 403.

We look forward to seeing you there.

Regards,

Adrian Reed - President, Noosa Waters Residents Association