Notice is given under the Planning Act 2016 that on 31 March 2026, Bundaberg Regional Council adopted an LGIP amendment to the Bundaberg Regional Council Planning Scheme 2015.
The amendments will commence as Version 6.5 of the planning scheme on 10 April 2026.
The purpose and general effect of the LGIP amendment is to:
- update the planning assumptions, and the population, demand and employment models that underpin the LGIP, reflecting the latest Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) data and Queensland Treasury (QGSO) projections;
- review the Priority Infrastructure Area (PIA) and Desired Standards of Service (DSS) to ensure compliance with the Minister’s Guidelines and Rules (MGR) and alignment with Council’s latest network planning strategies;
- update the Plans for Trunk Infrastructure (PFTI), Schedule of Works (SoW) model and associated Extrinsic Material; and
- update the Financial Sustainability Assessment.
The amended planning scheme is available for viewing and download at bundaberg.qld.gov.au and is available for inspection and purchase at Council’s Development counter at Level 6 Auswide Building, 16-20 Barolin Street, Bundaberg.
For more information visit Council’s website or contact Council’s Strategic Planning section on phone 1300 883 699, email development@bundaberg.qld.gov.au or enquire in person at Council’s Development Counter (Level 6 Auswide Building).
Rob Williams
Chief Executive Officer
Why do you only give a generic link to the amendment? i.e. amended planning scheme is available for viewing and download at bundaberg.qld.gov.au
Why not give the specific link? So we don’t have to go searching through the website.