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SHIRE OF AUGUSTA MARGARET RIVER ORDINARY COUNCIL MEETING 12 SEPTEMBER 2018

11.1 Chief Executive Officer 11.1.2 COUNCIL DECISION ACTION LIST JANUARY – JUNE

2018

Attachment 1 – Council Decision Action List January – June 2018

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SHIRE OF AUGUSTA MARGARET RIVER COUNCIL DECISIONS ACTION LIST 2017-2018 Please ensure that you update your action status with one of the following only: • Action complete • No further action • Action in progress If you update your status as ‘Action in progress,’ please remember to update again when the action is complete. This will greatly assist the Council Minutes Officer when reporting on actioned decisions to Council. Many thanks for your kind cooperation

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Meeting Type Date Dir. Item Report Title Report Author Decision No. Outcome Progress Status

OM 27.06.18 CEO 11.1.1 Capes Region Prganisation of Councils (CAPEROC) Minutes – 11 May 2018

Megan Smith OM2018/148 Adopted Action complete

11.1.2 Review of Delegations Emma Rogers OM2018/150 Adopted with amendment

Action complete

11.1.3 Chief Executive Officer Annual Performance Review

Nigel Anderson OM2018/151 Adopted with amendment

Action complete

CCS 11.4.1 Local Emergency Management Committee Meeting Minutes – 8 May 2018

Hannah Waters OM2018/152 Adopted No further action

11.4.2 Bush Fire Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes – 16 May 2018

Chris Lloyd OM2018/155 Adopted with amendment

Action complete

11.4.3 List of Payments for May 2018 Anja Gerganoff OM2018/156 Adopted No further action 11.4.4 2018-19 Draft Budget Andrew Ross OM2018/159 Adopted with

amendments Action complete

11.4.5 Submissions on 2018-19 Differential Rates and Minimum Payment

Andrew Ross OM2018/160 Adopted Action complete

MOC IS

12.1 Trail between Augusta Boat Harbour and Dead Finish – Cr Smart

David Nicholson OM2018/162 Adopted Action in progress

SD 15.1 Sat Review – Withchcliffe Ecovillage Dam Matt Slocomb OM2018/164 Adopted Action Complete OM N156785

13.06.18 CEO 11.1.1 Review of Delegations Emma Rogers OM2018/132 Deferred Action complete

11.1.2 Review Code of Conduct for Councillors and Committee Members

Emma Rogers OM2018/133 Adopted Action complete

11.1.3 Review of Governance Charter Emma Rogers OM2018/134 Deferred Action in progress 11.1.4 CEO Annual Performance Review Gary Evershed OM2018/135 Alternative

adopted Action complete

11.1.5 HEART Project Branding Cristina Smith OM2018/136 Adopted No further action 11.1.6 The Tackling Disadvantage Stream of the

Economic Sustainability Strategy Gary Evershed OM2018/137 Adopted Action in progress

SD 11.2.1 Sustainability Advisory Committee Minutes – 15 March 2018

Jared Drummond OM2018/138 Adopted with amendment

No further action

11.2.2 Draft Local Energy action Plan for Advertising Purposes

Jared Drummond OM2018/140 Adopted with amendment

Action Complete

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Meeting Type Date Dir. Item Report Title Report Author Decision No. Outcome Progress Status

11.2.3 Proposed Telecommunications Infrsatructure (Mobile Phone Tower) – 172 & 182 (Lot 22) Stevens Road, Redgate

Matt Slocomb OM2018/141 Adopted Action Complete

1.2.4 Proposed Sale of Lot 34 Bussell Highway, Margaret River

Ian McLeod OM2018/142 Adopted Action complete

CCS 11.4.1 Housing Advocacy Officer – Quarter Three Update

Stacey Hutt OM2018/143 Adopted No further action

11.4.2 Financial Activity Statement Report Andrew Ross OM2018/144 Adopted No further action CEO 14.1.1 Opposition to Mineral Exploration Leases Gary Evershed OM2018/146 Adopted Action complete

(applications withdrawn)

SM N156789

05.06.18 IS 5.3 Cape to Cape Track – Winter Diversion John McKinney SM2018/2 SM2018/3 SM2018/4 SM2018/5 SM2018/6

Adopted with 4 supplementary motions

Action in Progress

OM N156785

23.05.18 SD 11.2.1 Amendment No. 49 and Related Structure Plan, Hamelin Bay – For Final Approval

Matt Cuthbert OM2018/118 Adopted with amendment

Action Complete

CCS 11.4.1 Operational Plan 2017-18 Quarter 3 Report Katie Taylor OM2018/119 Adopted No further action 11.4.2 List of Payments for April 2018 Anja Gerganoff OM2018/120 Adopted No further action 11.4.3 2018-19 Draft Fees and Charges for Public

Comment Vicki Scott OM2018/122 Adopted with

amendment Action complete

11.4.4 Councillor Fees and Charges and Allowances for 2018-19

Andrew Ross OM2018/123 Adopted Action complete

11.4.5 Community Contributions 2018-19 Annie Riordan OM2018/124 Adopted No further action 11.4.6 2018-19 Differential Rates and Minimum

Payments for Public Comment Andrew Ross OM2018/125 Adopted Action complete

11.4.7 Appointment to the Augusta Margaret River Sports and Recreation Advisory Committee

Hannah Waters OM2018/126 Adopted Action complete

MOC SD

12.1 Formation of a Sustainable Economic Develoment Advisory Committee – Cr McLeod

Dale Putland OM2018/127 Adopted Action in progress

CCS 14.1.1 Youth Precinct Project Cr Lane OM2018/128 Adopted No further action

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Meeting Type Date Dir. Item Report Title Report Author Decision No. Outcome Progress Status

CEO 14.2 Councillor Attendance at South West Development Commission (SWDC) Critical Horizens – Powering the Future of WA Conference

Gary Evershed OM2018/129 Adopted No further action

OM N155675

09.05.18 CEO 11.1.1 Recruitment of a Sustainable Economic Development Officer

Gary Evershed OM2018/110 Alternative adopted

Action in progress

SD 11.2.1 Amendment no.56 and Related Structure Plan – Ashton Street , Margaret River - for final determination

Matt Cuthbert OM2018/111 Adopted Action Complete

11.2.2 Review of Planning Policy 7 – Holidays Homes – for consent to advertise

Matt Cuthbert OM2018/112 Adopted Action Complete

11.2.3 Revocation of Local Planning Policy No.14 Matt Cuthbert OM2018/113 Adopted Action Complete CCS 11.4.2 Margaret River Youth Precinct Cafe Stacey Hutt OM2018/114 Adopted Action in progress 11.4.1 Sports and Recreation Advisory Committee

Meeting Minutes -4 April 2018 Hannah Waters OM2018/115 Adopted No further action

11.4.3 List of Payments for March 2018 Anja Gerganoff OM2018/115 Adopted No further action 11.4.4 Financial Activity Statement Report – March

2018 Andrew Ross OM2018/115 Adopted No further action

MOC (SD)

12.1 Climate Change Initiatives – Cr Lane Dale Putland OM2018/116 Adopted Action in progress

OM N154335

11.04.18 CEO 11.1.1 Notes of Agenda Briefings and Concept forum Sessions – 11 October 2017 – 28 March 2018

Claire Schiller OM2018/92 Adopted No further action

SD 11.2.1 Scheme Amendment No.51 and Related Structure Plan for Final Determination

Matt Cuthbert OM2018/97 Adopted Action Complete

11.2.2 Approval to Commence Review of Local Planning Scheme No.1 and the Local Planning Strategy

Matt Cuthbert OM2018/98 Adopted Action Complete

IS 11.3.1 Closure Portion of Rosa Brook Road to all Traffic Doug Sims OM2018/99 Adopted Action complete 11.3.2 Renovation of Augusta recreation Centre

including Removal of Asbestos David Gunn OM2018/100 Adopted Action complete

CCS 11.4.1 Long Term Financial Plan 2018-19 to 2027-28 Andrew Ross OM2018/101 Adopted Action complete 11.4.2 Augusta Museum Fundraiser for Royal Flyinh

Doctor Service Stacey Hutt OM2018/102 Adopted No further action

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Meeting Type Date Dir. Item Report Title Report Author Decision No. Outcome Progress Status

IS MOC

Winter Diversion Track – Apology re. mistakes made in relation to Aboriginal Heritage

Cr Godden OM2018/103 OM2018/104 OM2018/105

Adopted OM2018/103 Action complete OM2018/104 & 105 Action in progress

IS 15.1 Appointment of Chair Person to the Working Party for the Implementation of the Cape to Cape Winter Diversion Track along the Margaret River

John McKinney OM2018/107 Adopted Action complete

OM I292484

28.03.18 SD 8.1 Petition – Objection to Proposed Holiday Houses Matt Cuthbert responsible officer

OM2018/69 Adopted Action complete

CEO 11.1.1 Council Decision Action List July – December 2017

Claire Schiller OM2018/80 Adopted No further action

SD 11.2.1 Proposed Holiday House (Large) – 11 (Lot 509) – Riverslea Drive, Margaret River

Matt Slocomb OM2018/81 Adopted Action Complete

11.2.2 Scheme Amendment No.45 and Related Structure Plan – Lots 3-11 Doyle Place, Margaret River – for final adoption

Matt Slocomb OM2018/82 Adopted Action Complete

11.2.3 Use of Wallcliffe Caves by Permit holders and Public

Lauren Bidesi OM2018/85 Adopted with amendments

Action Complete

IS 11.3.1 Unbudgeted Expenditure and Grant for Boodjidup Road Works

Peter Brown OM2018/86 Adopted Action complete

11.3.2 Additional Purpose to Reserve 28928 – Poole Road, Kudardup

Doug Sims OM2018/87 Adopted Action in progress

11.3.3 Cape to Cape Track – Winter Diversion John McKinney, David Nicholson

OM2018/73 Alternative Adopted

Action in progress

CCS 11.4.1 List of Payments for February 2018 Anja Gerganoff OM2018/88 Adopted No further action 11.4.2 Financial Activity Statement Report – February

2018 Andrew Ross OM2018/89 Adopted No further action

11.4.3 RFT 08/18 Supply of Audio Visual, Lighting and Technical Equipment for the Margaret River Cultural Centre

Annie Riordan OM2018/78 Adopted Action complete

11.4.4 RFT 05-18 Construction Services for the Margaret River Cultural Centre Redevelopment

Annie Riordan OM2018/79 Adopted Action complete

OCM N150969

14.03.18 CEO 11.1.1 Compliance Audit Return 2017 Emma Rogers OM2018/57 Adopted Action complete

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Meeting Type Date Dir. Item Report Title Report Author Decision No. Outcome Progress Status

11.1.2 Capes Region Organisation of Councils (CapeROC) Minutes – 23 November 2017 and 9 February 2018

Megan Smith OM2018/58 Adopted Action complete

SD 11.2.1 Sustanability Advsiroy Committee Meeting Minutes – 21 December 2017

Jared Drummond OM2018/59 Adopted Action Complete

11.2.2 Telecommunications Infrastructure (Mobile Phone Tower)

Angela Satre OM2018/60 Adopted Action Complete

IS 11.3.1 Margaret Rver Main Steet Redevelopment Final Schematic Design

Helen Whitbread OM2018/61 Adopted No further action

CCS 11.4.1 Local Emergency management Committee Meeting Minutes 13 February 2018

Chris Lloyd OM2018/62 Adopted No further action

11.4.2 Bush Fire Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes – 21 February 2018

Chris Lloyd OM2018/63 Adopted No further action

IS 14.2.1 Reallocation of 2017/18 Environmental Management Fund Project Funding

David Nicholson OM2018/64 Adopted No further action

SD 15.1 SAT Review – Burnside Agriculture / Winery / Cellar Door / Brewery / Licensed Restaurant

Ian McLeod OM2018/66 Adopted Action complete

OCM N150009

28.02.18 SD 11.2.1 Proposed Amendment to Planning Approval P215478 to include North Point in Gracetown and a Licensed Bar Area ‘Corona Bar’ for the 2018 Margaret River Pro Surfing Event

Lucy Gouws OM2018/43 OM2018/44

Adopted (in two parts)

Action Complete

11.2.2 Modification to developer Contributions – Cost Apportionment

Matt Cuthbert OM2018/45 Adopted Action complete

IS 11.3.1 Cape to Cape Track – Winter Diversion John McKinney OM2018/48 Alternative Adopted

Action complete

11.3.2 Boundary Realignment of Reserve 45243 and Reserve 12298 – Wallcliffe Bush Fire Brigade

Doug Sims OM2018/49 Adopted Action in progress

11.3.3 Hooklift Truck and Dog Trailer Purchase Polina Chernova OM2018/50 Adopted Action complete 11.4.1 List of Payments for January 2018 Anja Gerganoff OM2018/51 Adopted No further action 11.4.2 Financial Activity Statement Report – January

2018 Andrew Ross OM2018/51 Adopted No further action

11.4.3 Sport and Recreation Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes 7 February 2018

Hannah Waters OM2018/51 Adopted No further action

11.4.4 Interest Free Loan Augusta Margaret River Districts Football Club Inc.

Dylan Brown OM2018/52 Adopted Action complete

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Meeting Type Date Dir. Item Report Title Report Author Decision No. Outcome Progress Status

11.4.5 Operational Plan 217-18 Quarter 2 Report Stacey Hutt OM2018/53 Adopted No further action 15.1 Construction Tender for Cultural Centre

Redevelopment HEART Project Gary Evershed OM2048/55 Adopted with

amendment Action complete

OCM N149182

14.02.18 CEO 11.1.1 Councillor Attendance at 2018 Climate Leadership Conference

Megan Smith OM2018/22 Adopted No further action

SD 11.2.1 Scheme Amendment No.57 Grand Vin Estate, Cowaramup – For Final Determination

Matt Cuthbert OM2018/24 Adopted with amendment

Action Complete

11.2.2 Telecommunications Infrastructure (NBN Fixed Wireless Tower) – 599 (Lot 4) Wallcliffe Road, Margaret River

Angela Satre OM2018/26 Adopted with amendment

Action Complete

11.2.3 Augusta Margaret River Events Strategy 2018 Ruth Levett OM2018/27 Alternative adopted

Action in progress

11.2.4 Proposed Building Envelope Variation – 12 (Lot 32) Ellen Place, Margaret River

Matt Slocomb OM2018/28 Adopted Action Complete

IS 11.3.1 Management of Vegetation on Shire Lands – Revision of Policy 16

John McKinney OM2018/31 Part 1 - OM2018/33 Part 2

Part 1 – Adopted Part 2 – Adopted with amendment

Action complete

CCS 11.4.1 Access and Inclusion Plan and Policy 2018-22 Katie Taylor OM2018/36 Alternative adopted

Action complete

11.4.2 Housing Advocacy Officer – Quarter Two Update

Stacey Hutt OM2018/37 Adopted Action complete

11.4.3 Financial Activity Statement Report – December 2017

Andrew Ross OM2018/38 Adopted No further action

11.4.4 2017-18 Budget Review Andrew Ross OM2018/39 Adopted Action complete OM N148300

24.01.18 CEO 11.1.1 Notes of Councillors Agenda Briefing Sessions from 11 October 2017 to 13 December 2017

Claire Schiller OM2018/2 Adopted No further action

11.1.2 General Meeting of Electors Claire Schiller OM2018/3 Adopted No further action SD 11.2.1 Proposed Dam and Earth Works – Lot 2812

Bussell Highway, Witchcliffe Matt Slocomb OM2018/5 Adopted with

amendment Action complete

11.2.2 Proposed Nature Based Caravan Park Extension

Matt Slocomb OM2018/6 Adopted Action Complete

11.2.3 Establishment of Planning Advisory Committee Dale Putland OM2018/8 Adopted with amendment

No further action

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Meeting Type Date Dir. Item Report Title Report Author Decision No. Outcome Progress Status

11.2.4 Use of Wallcliffe Caves by Permit Holders and Public

Lauren Bidesi OM2018/9 Deferred No further action

IS 11.3.1 Management of Vegetation on Shire Lands – Revision of Policy 16

John McKinney OM2018/10 Deferred No further action

CCS 11.4.1 List of Payments for November 2017 Anja Gerganoff OM2018/11 Adopted No further action 11.4.2 List of Payments for December 2017 Anja Gerganoff OM2018/12 Adopted No further action 11.4.3 Financial Activity Statement Report – November

2017 Andrew Ross OM2018/13 Adopted No further action

11.4.4 Sports and Recreation Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes – 6 December 2017

Hannah Waters OM2018/14 Adopted No further action

11.4.5 Welcome to and Acknowledgement of Country Policy

Susan Elton OM2018/15 Adopted with amendment

Action Complete

11.4.6 Turner Caravan Park Masterplan Nigel Anderson OM2018/16 Adopted Action complete 11.4.7 Amendment to Fees and Charges – Fast 5

Program Sebastien Miller OM2018/17 Adopted Action complete

CEO 12.1 Ban on the Use of Spear Guns and Jet Skis in Gnarabup Bay – Cr Peter Lane

Gary Evershed OM2018/19 Adopted Action in progress

12.2 Refugee Welcome Zone – Support for Western Australia’s Palm Sunday Walk for Justice – Cr Pauline McLeod

Gary Evershed OM2018/20 Adopted Action complete

CCS Corporate & Community Services CEO Chief Executive officer IS Infrastructure Services MOC Items introduced by Members of Council SD Sustainable Development Officer Recommendation: Refers to recommendations made in the initial report to Council as contained in the Agenda, or, if any addendums are provided to Council prior to

the meeting, then it refers to recommendations contained in the addendum. Adopted: officer Recommendation adopted without change. Amended motion adopted: Minor amendment made to officer Recommendation adopted. See link to decision. Lapsed: officer Recommendation not adopted. See link to decision. Alternative motion adopted: Alternative motion to officer Recommendation, or significantly amended officer Recommendation, adopted by Council. See link to decision.

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SHIRE OF AUGUSTA MARGARET RIVER ORDINARY COUNCIL MEETING 12 SEPTEMBER 2018

11.1 Chief Executive Officer 11.1.3 INSTRUMENT OF APPOINTMENT FOR THE

SUSTAINABLE ECONOMY ADVISORY COMMITTEE

Attachment 1 – Draft Instrument of Appointment and Delegation for SEAC Attachment 2 – Draft Position Description for Sustainable Economy Officer

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Sustainable Economy Committee

Instrument of Appointment and Delegation 13 September 2017 NAME The Committee shall be known as the Sustainable Economy Advisory Committee (SEAC)

ROLE OF THE COMMITTEE To formulate for Council’s consideration recommendations on policy, programs and projects to support the Augusta Margaret River community to transition to livelihoods and enterprises that are sustainable, climate-resilient, diverse and locally-owned in a circular economy, a regenerative and improving environment and a just community that upholds the rights of everyone.

OBJECTIVES OF THE COMMITTEE

1. To recognise the fundamental importance of a healthy natural environment as the most importance base for supporting sustainable economic activity in the Shire and to ensure that economic activities conducted in the Shire do not damage or denigrate the natural environment.

2. To provide a forum for key stakeholder representatives to participate in developing a sustainable economy and provide relevant advice to Council

3. To foster the creation of sustainable livelihoods and enterprises which reduce inequality and social disadvantage

4. To foster the creation of sustainable livelihoods and enterprises which are climate resilient.

5. To foster the transition from the linear economy (take, make, dispose) to a regenerative circular economy (reduce, reuse, recycle)

6. To develop strategies for Aboriginal and Culturally and Linguistic Diverse communities to fully participate in sustainable economic activity

7. To foster economic vibrancy in towns, villages and hamlets and assist local businesses to remain viable and successful

8. To develop strategies to achieve the Shire’s Vision 2036 and the key objectives of the Sustainable Economy Strategy

MEMBERSHIP The Council appoints to the Committee those ex officio representatives listed in the categories of membership outlined below. Membership of the Committee shall, unless otherwise specified, be for a term ceasing at the date of the local government election in the year the Shire’s local government elections are held, after which time the Council may appoint members for a further term. Council may dismiss members who miss two consecutive meetings without reasonable cause.

Membership of the Committee shall be:

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a) One Councillor appointed by the Councillor plus the Shire President or two Councillors should the Shire President decline to participate;

b) One representative of the South West Development Commission (SWDC); c) One representative of the Margaret River Chamber of Commerce and Industry (MRCCI); d) One representative of the Augusta Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Augusta CCI); e) One representative of the Margaret River Wine Industry Association (MRWIA); f) One representative of the Margaret River Busselton Tourism Association (MRBTA); g) One representative of the Cowaramup Retailers Association (CRA); h) One representative of the Scott River Growers Group; i) One representative of the Margaret River Regional Producers Association (MRRPA) j) One representative of Nature Conservation Margaret River Region (NCMR)

Member organisations are also to nominate a deputy member to participate in the event that the appointed member is unable to attend. The Sustainable Economy Officer, CEO and other Shire staff members will provide advice and administrative support to the Committee.

PRESIDING MEMBER The members of the Committee at the first meeting and thereafter following the Local Government elections shall elect a Presiding Member to chair committee meetings and a Deputy Presiding Member to chair in the absence of the Presiding Member. The Presiding Member shall ensure that minutes of the proceedings are kept and that business is conducted in accordance with the Shire of Augusta-Margaret River Standing Orders. The minutes of the Committee are to be submitted to the next ordinary meeting of the committee for confirmation. The person presiding at the meeting at which the minutes are confirmed is to sign the minutes and certify the confirmation. The Local Government Act 1995 places responsibility for speaking on behalf of Council with the President, or the CEO if the President agrees. The Presiding Member if not the Shire President as well as individual members of the Committee are to refrain from speaking publicly on behalf of the committee or Council, or to issue any form of written material purporting to speak on behalf of the committee or Council without the prior approval of the Shire President.

CONDUCT OF MEETINGS Ordinary meetings of the Committee shall be held on the third Tuesday in February, May, August and November each year. Written notice shall be given to all Committee members, at least 14 days prior to the meeting. Special meetings of the Committee may be convened:

a) By the Presiding Member; b) By written notice to all Committee members, such notice being signed by at least four

members of the Committee, giving not less than 7 days notice and stating purpose of the meeting; or

c) By the Council;

The time and venue of meetings will be determined by the Presiding Member or the Council having due regard to the general convenience of the Committee members. The Committee is established by the Council of the Shire of Augusta Margaret River under the powers and given in section 5.8 of the Local Government Act 1995.

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Notice of meetings, quorum requirements of 50% of members and all other matters pertaining to the conduct of the committee shall be carried out in accordance with the Local Government Act 1995.

DELEGATED POWERS The Committee has no delegated powers and is an advisory committee to Council only. Recommendations of committees meetings are to be presented to Council by Shire staff for noting or for consideration as soon as practicable after unconfirmed minutes of Committee meetings are available. The Committee shall not have the power to expend Council funds.

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Our Values

Respect Honesty Commitment Courage

Values only become meaningful when they are translated into behaviours that people engage in and others can observe. They are the cornerstone of ‘walking the talk’.

1. Purpose 1.1 Primary functions

To support the Augusta Margaret River community to transition to livelihoods and enterprises that are sustainable, climate-resilient, diverse and locally-owned in a circular economy, a regenerative and improving environment and a just community that upholds the rights of everyone. To collaborate strategically with internal and external stakeholders to progress the Shire toward the achievement of the 2036 Community Plan Vision, whereby the Shire will be resilient and independent through self-sufficiency of food, energy, services and strong governance and the local economy will be vibrant and diverse. The progress the key actions and strategies contained in the Sustainable Economy Strategy with priority actions enacted through the Corporate and Operational Plans.

Position Title: Sustainable Economy Officer

Directorate: Office of the CEO

Reports to: CEO

Date effective: TBC

Agreement Level: TBC

Position no: TBC

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1.2 Community strategic goals

1.3 Key functions and duties

Key functions Specific duties % Time Facilitation • Facilitate Sustainable Economy initiatives and activities prioritised by Council

through the Sustainable Economy Strategy and Corporate Plan • Facilitate the implementation of Sustainable Economy projects which are

identified by CapeROC annually and provide evaluation reports to CapeROC • Facilitate sustainable events attraction to the Region particularly in the off

peak season and participate in the Events Unit to be established within the Shire’s operations by the CEO

• Facilitate seminars, networking and skill development opportunities in partnership with key peak bodies and the SEAC

• Facilitate ATSI and Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) participation in the sustainable economy

25%

Engagement • Engage with business, industry and community members and groups to foster the development of a sustainable economy which reduces inequality and disadvantage and mitigates and adapts to Climate Change

• Provide information to businesses on Shire processes to reduce red tape and speed up application processes – A “red carpet not red tape” approach

25%

Promotion • Promote the fundamental importance of a healthy natural environment as the most importance base for supporting sustainable economic activity in the Shire

• Promote the diversification of the economy through environmental stewardship, sustainable tourism, wine, food and fibre production, creative industries, new industries and projects aimed at addressing disadvantage

• Promote the full utilisation of new and existing economic infrastructure eg Busselton Margaret River Airport, Augusta Boat Harbour, HEART Complex etc

20%

Place Making • Coordinate occasional place making activities which add vibrancy to the newly redeveloped Margaret River Main Street and at other Town site locations in the Shire

10%

Advice and Information • Finalise, review and update the Sustainable Economy Strategy as required in the Corporate Plan

• Under the direction of the CEO conduct research and provide relevant reports to the Sustainable Advisory Committee, Caperoc and to Council on important issues associated with the development of a sustainable economy

• Maintain data bases of businesses and an up to date economic profile for the Shire

• Seek funding for sustainable economy initiatives identified and prioritised by Council across all sectors and from all sources

20%

Goal 1: Valuing the natural environment

Goal 2: Welcoming and inclusive communities

Goal 3: Managing growth sustainably

Goal 4: Vibrant and diverse economy

Goal 5: Effective leadership and governance

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General • Work in accordance with the Shire’s defined Equal Opportunity and Anti-discrimination legislative requirements,

procedures & principles; • Work in accordance with the Shire’s defined Occupational Safety and Health legislation, procedures and principles; • Adhere to the Shire’s Code of Conduct, policies and management practices as amended from time to time; • Contribute to the attainment and development of strategic plan outcomes, strategies and actions; and • Ensure all duties as directed by the Chief Executive Officer are fully undertaken.

2. Extent of Authority Under the limited direction of the Chief Executive Officer and as delegated from time-to-time, the incumbent has authority to act within predetermined guidelines, policies, procedures, predetermined budgetary limits and expenditure and in accordance with the statutory provisions of the Local Government Act 1995 and other relevant legislation. Delegated authority to incur expenditure within approved budgets and Shire Purchasing Procedures. 3. Relationships 3.1 Responsible to

CEO 3.2 Responsible for

Sustainable Economy Program and reviewing and updating the Sustainable Economy Strategy (SES) 3.3 Internal Stakeholders

CEO Executive Leadership Team Senior Leadership Team Council

3.4 External Stakeholders

Margaret River Busselton Tourism Association (MRBTA) South West Development Commission (SWDC) Capes Region Voluntary Organisation of Councils (CapeROC) Margaret River Wine Association (MRWA) Margaret River and Augusta Chambers of Commerce and Industry (MRCCI and ACCI) Margaret River Regional Producers Association (MRRPA) Cowaramup Traders Association (CTA) Creative Emergence Margaret River Education Campus (MREC) Nature Conservation Margaret River Region Margaret River Environment Centre Undalup Association and Wadandi Centre Local Businesses

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Community Groups

4. Position Selection Criteria

4.1 Position essentials

Tertiary qualifications in sustainability, economics, community development or a relevant discipline Demonstrated successful experience in developing local sustainable economies Demonstrated understanding of trends, issues and opportunities relating to the transitioning of economies from a linear economy (take, make, dispose) model to a regenerative circular economy (reduce, reuse, recycle) model Highly developed interpersonal and demonstrated written communication skills, including a proven track record of writing reports and grant applications. Highly developed organisation and time management skills. Demonstrated experience in project management. Ability to work independently and in a team environment. Demonstrated experience in the selection and management of consultants /contractors. Experience and knowledge of budgeting and principles of finance. 4.2 Position desirables

Experience in developing web-based content to support digital marketing of the Shire of Augusta Margaret River 5. Parties

Present Occupant Name: Signature: Date: Supervisor Name: Signature: Date:

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Our Values

Respect Honesty Commitment Courage

Values only become meaningful when they are translated into behaviours that people engage in and others can observe. They are the cornerstone of ‘walking the talk’.

1. Purpose 1.1 Primary functions

To support the Augusta Margaret River community to transition to livelihoods and enterprises that are sustainable, climate-resilient, diverse and locally-owned in a circular economy, a regenerative and improving environment and a just community that upholds the rights of everyone. To collaborate strategically with internal and external stakeholders to progress the Shire toward the achievement of the 2036 Community Plan Vision, whereby the Shire will be resilient and independent through self-sufficiency of food, energy, services and strong governance and the local economy will be vibrant and diverse. The progress the key actions and strategies contained in the Sustainable Economy Strategy with priority actions enacted through the Corporate and Operational Plans.

Position Title: Sustainable Economy Officer

Directorate: Office of the CEO

Reports to: CEO

Date effective: TBC

Agreement Level: TBC

Position no: TBC

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1.2 Community strategic goals

1.3 Key functions and duties

Key functions Specific duties % Time Facilitation • Facilitate Sustainable Economy initiatives and activities prioritised by Council

through the Sustainable Economy Strategy and Corporate Plan • Facilitate the implementation of Sustainable Economy projects which are

identified by CapeROC annually and provide evaluation reports to CapeROC • Facilitate sustainable events attraction to the Region particularly in the off

peak season and participate in the Events Unit to be established within the Shire’s operations by the CEO

• Facilitate seminars, networking and skill development opportunities in partnership with key peak bodies and the SEAC

• Facilitate ATSI and Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) participation in the sustainable economy

25%

Engagement • Engage with business, industry and community members and groups to foster the development of a sustainable economy which reduces inequality and disadvantage and mitigates and adapts to Climate Change

• Provide information to businesses on Shire processes to reduce red tape and speed up application processes – A “red carpet not red tape” approach

25%

Promotion • Promote the fundamental importance of a healthy natural environment as the most importance base for supporting sustainable economic activity in the Shire

• Promote the diversification of the economy through environmental stewardship, sustainable tourism, wine, food and fibre production, creative industries, new industries and projects aimed at addressing disadvantage

• Promote the full utilisation of new and existing economic infrastructure eg Busselton Margaret River Airport, Augusta Boat Harbour, HEART Complex etc

20%

Place Making • Coordinate occasional place making activities which add vibrancy to the newly redeveloped Margaret River Main Street and at other Town site locations in the Shire

10%

Advice and Information • Finalise, review and update the Sustainable Economy Strategy as required in the Corporate Plan

• Under the direction of the CEO conduct research and provide relevant reports to the Sustainable Advisory Committee, Caperoc and to Council on important issues associated with the development of a sustainable economy

• Maintain data bases of businesses and an up to date economic profile for the Shire

• Seek funding for sustainable economy initiatives identified and prioritised by Council across all sectors and from all sources

20%

Goal 1: Valuing the natural environment

Goal 2: Welcoming and inclusive communities

Goal 3: Managing growth sustainably

Goal 4: Vibrant and diverse economy

Goal 5: Effective leadership and governance

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General • Work in accordance with the Shire’s defined Equal Opportunity and Anti-discrimination legislative requirements,

procedures & principles; • Work in accordance with the Shire’s defined Occupational Safety and Health legislation, procedures and principles; • Adhere to the Shire’s Code of Conduct, policies and management practices as amended from time to time; • Contribute to the attainment and development of strategic plan outcomes, strategies and actions; and • Ensure all duties as directed by the Chief Executive Officer are fully undertaken.

2. Extent of Authority Under the limited direction of the Chief Executive Officer and as delegated from time-to-time, the incumbent has authority to act within predetermined guidelines, policies, procedures, predetermined budgetary limits and expenditure and in accordance with the statutory provisions of the Local Government Act 1995 and other relevant legislation. Delegated authority to incur expenditure within approved budgets and Shire Purchasing Procedures. 3. Relationships 3.1 Responsible to

CEO 3.2 Responsible for

Sustainable Economy Program and reviewing and updating the Sustainable Economy Strategy (SES) 3.3 Internal Stakeholders

CEO Executive Leadership Team Senior Leadership Team Council

3.4 External Stakeholders

Margaret River Busselton Tourism Association (MRBTA) South West Development Commission (SWDC) Capes Region Voluntary Organisation of Councils (CapeROC) Margaret River Wine Association (MRWA) Margaret River and Augusta Chambers of Commerce and Industry (MRCCI and ACCI) Margaret River Regional Producers Association (MRRPA) Cowaramup Traders Association (CTA) Creative Emergence Margaret River Education Campus (MREC) Nature Conservation Margaret River Region Margaret River Environment Centre Undalup Association and Wadandi Centre Local Businesses

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Community Groups

4. Position Selection Criteria

4.1 Position essentials

Tertiary qualifications in sustainability, economics, community development or a relevant discipline Demonstrated successful experience in developing local sustainable economies Demonstrated understanding of trends, issues and opportunities relating to the transitioning of economies from a linear economy (take, make, dispose) model to a regenerative circular economy (reduce, reuse, recycle) model Highly developed interpersonal and demonstrated written communication skills, including a proven track record of writing reports and grant applications. Highly developed organisation and time management skills. Demonstrated experience in project management. Ability to work independently and in a team environment. Demonstrated experience in the selection and management of consultants /contractors. Experience and knowledge of budgeting and principles of finance. 4.2 Position desirables

Experience in developing web-based content to support digital marketing of the Shire of Augusta Margaret River 5. Parties

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