- Hastings Street and Noosa Junction to be included in new Safe Night Precinct
- More police patrols, additional CCTV and security to boost safety
- Additional safe transport options for a safe night out
The LNP has today announced it will deliver a Safe Night Precinct for Noosa if elected in October, as part of the Making Our Community Safer Plan.
The Noosa Safe Night Precinct will bolster safety for the thriving nightlife areas of Hastings Street and Noosa Junction and will be managed by a local board representing Noosa Council, Hastings Street Association, the Noosa Liquor Accord and Noosa Chamber of Commerce.
Under the LNP’s plan, additional police patrols, security measures and transport options will boost safety for Hastings Street and Noosa junction, similar to existing Safe Night Precincts in Maroochydore, Caloundra and Mooloolaba.
LNP Leader David Crisafulli said a Noosa Safe Night Precinct recognised the growing popularity of Noosa as an entertainment destination and provided a critical boost to security to restore safety.
“Noosa is one of our State’s busiest and thriving holiday and entertainment destinations and the LNP’s plan to deliver a Safe Night Precinct will restore safety for Noosa,” Mr Crisafulli said.
“The Noosa Safe Night Precinct will boost safety to Noosa’s busy nightlife areas and keep residents, visitors and businesses safe while enjoying a night out.
“With well over two million visitors each year from around Australia and across the world, we must protect Noosa’s reputation as a world-class destination."
LNP Noosa Candidate, Clare Stewart, who advocated for a Noosa Safe Night Precinct during her time as Mayor, said the LNP would deliver on what the community wanted.
“The Noosa community and the Hastings Street Association have been clear they want a Safe Night Precinct for Noosa, the LNP has listened and will deliver this important safety boost for our community,” Ms Stewart said.
“While I was Mayor I spearheaded a call for this locally-guided plan, but Labor has refused to listen and refused to boost security for Noosa.
“Only the LNP has the Right Plan for Noosa’s future and that includes a Safe Night Precinct.
“Noosa will continue to be ignored by Labor unless we change the government by voting LNP in October.
“We know the Safe Night Precincts have been successful in other areas and this would provide local police with additional support, particularly during busy holiday periods.
“Noosa is a safe and family-friendly community and the LNP are determined to ensure that continues to be the case.”
Hastings Street Association President, Ben Orton, welcomed the announcement and said it would enhance visitor experience in Noosa.
“Initiatives that can assist police in keeping Noosa safe are encouraged and our members fully support this endeavour in establishing a Safe Night Precinct," Mr Orton said.