IPSWICH
CITY
COUNCIL
AGENDA
Economic and Industry Development Committee
Thursday, 11 May 2023
10 minutes after the conclusion of the Community, Culture, Arts and Sport Committee or such later time as determined by the preceding committee
Council Chambers, Level 8
1 Nicholas Street, Ipswich
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MEMBERS OF THE Economic and Industry Development Committee |
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Councillor Nicole Jonic (Chairperson) Councillor Jacob Madsen (Deputy Chairperson) |
Mayor Teresa Harding Councillor Kate Kunzelmann Councillor Andrew Fechner Councillor Marnie Doyle |
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Economic and Industry Development Committee Meeting Agenda |
11 May 2023 |
Economic and Industry Development Committee AGENDA
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Item No. |
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Welcome to Country or Acknowledgment of Country |
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Declarations of Interest |
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Business Outstanding |
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Confirmation of Minutes |
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Confirmation of Minutes of the Economic and Industry Development Committee No. 2023(03) of 18 April 2023 |
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Officers’ Reports |
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Event Sponsorship - 2023 Gulf Western Oil Winternationals |
11 |
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Quarterly Event Sponsorship and Ticket Allocation Report |
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Notices of Motion |
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Matters Arising |
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** Item includes confidential papers
Economic and Industry Development Committee NO. 4
11 May 2023
AGENDA
Welcome to Country or Acknowledgement of Country
DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST IN MATTERS ON THE AGENDA
BUSINESS OUTSTANDING
Confirmation of Minutes
1. Confirmation of Minutes of the Economic and Industry Development Committee No. 2023(03) of 18 April 2023
Recommendation
That the Minutes of the Meeting held on 18 April 2023 be confirmed.
Officers’ Reports
2. Event Sponsorship - 2023 Gulf Western Oil Winternationals
This is a report concerning an Event Sponsorship Application by Willowbank Raceway for financial support of the Gulf Western Oil Winternationals drag racing event in June 2023.
Recommendation
That Willowbank Raceway receive $35,000 excl. GST financial support for the Gulf Western Oil Winternationals 2023.
3. Quarterly Event Sponsorhip and Ticket Allocation Report
This is a report concerning event sponsorship and ticket allocation approved within the period 1 January 2023 to 31 March 2023 as required under the Event Sponsorship Policy.
Recommendation
A. That Council receive and note the following event sponsorship allocations during the 1 January 2023 to 31 March 2023 period:
Ipswich Turf Club $20,000 (excl. GST) cash support for the 2023 Ipswich Cup.
Ipswich Show Society $63,000 (excl GST) cash support for the 2023 Ipswich Show.
Ipswich Show - 30 x general admission passes per day of the show for Ipswich City Council officers and elected representatives who are managing or manning trade spaces.
C. That council receive and note the following event impact study support confirmed during the 1 January 2023 to 31 March 2023 period:
Earth Frequency Festival, Friday 12 to Sunday 14 May, Willowbank Raceway.
Pink Flamingo Productions for Queerswich, Sunday 4 June, Tulmur Place Nicholas Street Precinct.
Caravanning Queensland for Van Jam, Friday 22 to Sunday 24 September, Willowbank Raceway.
NOTICES OF MOTION
MATTERS ARISING
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Economic and Industry Development Committee Meeting Agenda |
11 May 2023 |
Economic and Industry Development Committee NO. 2023(03)
18 April 2023
Minutes
COUNCILLORS’ ATTENDANCE: Councillor Nicole Jonic (Chairperson) (via audio-link); Deputy Mayor Jacob Madsen (Deputy Chairperson), Mayor Teresa Harding, Councillors Andrew Fechner and Marnie Doyle
COUNCILLOR’S APOLOGIES: Councillor Kate Kunzelmann
OFFICERS’ ATTENDANCE: Chief Executive Officer (Sonia Cooper), Acting General Manager Infrastructure and Environment (Graeme Martin), General Manager Community, Cultural and Economic Development (Ben Pole), General Manager Planning and Regulatory Services (Peter Tabulo), Chief Financial Officer (Jeff Keech), Acting Chief of Staff – Office of the Mayor (Jodie Richter), Community Development Manager (Melissa Dower) and Theatre Technician (Harrison Cate)
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Meeting Attendance via Audio-Link Councillor Nicole Jonic requested attendance at the Economic and Industry Development Committee No. 2023(03) of 18 April 2023 via audio-link. |
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RECOMMENDATION Moved by Deputy Mayor Jacob Madsen: Seconded by Mayor Teresa Harding: That in accordance with section 254K of the Local Government Regulation 2012 and 9.6.2 of Council’s Meetings Procedure Policy, Councillor Nicole Jonic be permitted to participate in the meeting via audio-link.
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AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE Councillors: Councillors: Madsen Nil Harding Kunzelmann Fechner Jonic Doyle
Councillor Nicole Jonic did not take part in the vote on this matter.
The motion was put and carried.
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Due to Councillor Nicole Jonic (Chairperson) attending the meeting via audio-link, Councillor Jacob Madsen as Deputy Chairperson chaired the meeting.
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Leave of Absence - Councillor Kate
Kunzelmann |
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RECOMMENDATION Moved by Deputy Mayor Jacob Madsen: Seconded by Councillor Andrew Fechner: That a leave of absence be granted for Councillor Kate Kunzelmann for the Economic and Industry Development Committee.
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AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE Councillors: Councillors: Madsen Nil Harding Fechner Jonic Doyle
The motion was put and carried.
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Welcome to Country or Acknowledgement of Country
Councillor Jacob Madsen (Deputy Chairperson) delivered the Acknowledgement of Country |
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DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST IN MATTERS ON THE AGENDA
Nil |
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BUSINESS OUTSTANDING
Nil |
Confirmation of Minutes
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1. Confirmation of Minutes of the Economic and Industry Development Committee No. 2023(02) of 9 March 2023 |
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RECOMMENDATION Moved by Councillor Andrew Fechner: Seconded by Councillor Marnie Doyle: That the Minutes of the Economic and Industry Development Committee held on 9 March 2023 be confirmed.
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AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE Councillors: Councillors: Madsen Nil Harding Fechner Jonic Doyle
The motion was put and carried.
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Officers’ Reports
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2. Aeroskills Career Pathway Program This is a report concerning the success of the Aeroskills Career Pathway Program, a Certificate II in Aircraft Line Maintenance that was launched 9 February 2023. |
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RECOMMENDATION Moved by Mayor Teresa Harding: Seconded by Councillor Andrew Fechner: That the report concerning the Aeroskills Career Pathway Program be received and the contents noted.
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AFFIRMATIVE NEGATIVE Councillors: Councillors: Madsen Nil Harding Fechner Jonic Doyle
The motion was put and carried.
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NOTICES OF MOTION
Nil |
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MATTERS ARISING
Nil
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PROCEDURAL MOTIONS AND FORMAL MATTERS
The meeting commenced at 11.46 am.
The meeting closed at 11.50 am.
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Economic and Industry Development Committee Meeting Agenda |
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ITEM: 2
SUBJECT: Event Sponsorship - 2023 Gulf Western Oil Winternationals
AUTHOR: Manager, Marketing and Promotions
DATE: 21 April 2023
This is a report concerning an Event Sponsorship Application by Willowbank Raceway for financial support of the Gulf Western Oil Winternationals drag racing event in June 2023.
That Willowbank Raceway receive $35,000 excl. GST financial support for the Gulf Western Oil Winternationals 2023.
RELATED PARTIES
Willowbank Raceway, whose Board Members include: Tony Wedlock, Simon Isherwood, Arthur Cumming, Shayne Holmes, Daniel Lake, Daniel Morris and Naomi Duffy.
Council should note that Naomi Duffy is a council staff member, Ms Duffy has not been involved in the application assessment process or any negotiations.
There are no discernible related party conflicts of interest associated with this report and its recommendation.
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Vibrant and Growing
Purpose of Report/Background
Willowbank Raceway has submitted an Event Sponsorship Application for the Gulf Western Oil Winternationals to be held on Thursday 8 to Sunday 11 June 2023. Council has been requested to provide financial support of $35,000 excl. GST. This amount is consistent with council’s support of past Winternational events.
Willowbank Raceways will utilise the financial support to advertise the event through print, radio and digital media. A panel assessment has been conducted through SmartyGrants of the Event Sponsorship Application.
Noteworthy details include:
· The Winternationals has been held at Willowbank Raceway for 38 years
· In 2023 it is expected to attract over 33,000 attendees and 2000 competitors
· The event is the largest Drag Racing meet to be staged outside of the USA
· Winternationals includes a broad range of activities for families including a dedicated children’s entertainment area, merchandise traders, direct access to racers and teams and food truck options
· The Winternationals feature as part of the Festival of Horsepower, a month-long, city-wide program of events supported by Willowbank Raceway, Ipswich Turf Club, Ipswich Kart Club and Queensland Raceway
· The 2019 event delivered an economic benefit of $8.9m to the city with 91% of attendances from outside the region
· The Winternationals is just one of 70 on-track events that Willowbank Raceway runs each year
Promotional benefits to council include:
· Branding and acknowledgement in promotional campaign collateral and program
· Acknowledgement and commercial time in broadcast packages
· On-track signage (captured in broadcast coverage) to remain in place year-round
· Discover Ipswich activation trailer in a high pedestrian traffic area at the event
· Willowbank Raceway will also seek to find opportunities with iTON members
Legal IMPLICATIONS
This report and its recommendations are consistent with the following legislative provisions:
Local Government Act 2009
Section 109 of the Local Government Act 2009 provides local governments with the ability to use discretionary funds in accordance with the requirements prescribed under the Local Government Regulation 2012. Section 202 of the Local Government Regulation 2012 prescribes a number of requirements for a local government making discretionary funds available.
policy implications
The Event Sponsorship Application is processed in line with council’s Event Sponsorship Policy.
There are no discernible related party conflicts of interest associated with this report and its recommendation.
RISK MANAGEMENT IMPLICATIONS
If council did not support the Winternationals it would still proceed, but this funding is integral for their marketing of the event in out-of-region markets to drive overnight stays and increased economic benefit for the city.
Financial/RESOURCE IMPLICATIONS
The outlined financial support will be covered by dedicated event sponsorship funding allocated within the 2022-2023 City Events budget.
COMMUNITY and OTHER CONSULTATION
Meetings have been held with representatives from Willowbank Raceway prior to the submission of the Event Sponsorship Application. Discussions are ongoing to finalise the broadcast component of the event.
Conclusion
The Winternationals is an annual event at Willowbank Raceway that delivers significant economic benefit to the city and assists in building our profile as a leading event destination in Queensland.
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HUMAN RIGHTS IMPACTS |
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OTHER DECISION |
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Link to checklist in Objective (internal use only) |
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a) What is the Act/Decision being made? |
The Recommendation states that council support Willowbank Raceway for the Gulf Western Oil Winternationals with $35,000 exc. GST |
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b) What human rights are affected? |
No human rights are affected by this decision. The subject matter of the agreement will not impact on the human rights of any third parties. |
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c) How are the human rights limited? |
Not applicable |
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d) Is there a good reason for limiting the relevant rights? Is the limitation fair and reasonable? |
Not applicable |
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e) Conclusion |
The decision is consistent with human rights. |
Carly Gregory
Manager, Marketing and Promotions
I concur with the recommendations contained in this report.
Ben Pole
General Manager, Community, Cultural and Economic Development
“Together, we proudly enhance the quality of life for our community”
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Economic and Industry Development Committee Meeting Agenda |
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ITEM: 3
SUBJECT: Quarterly Event Sponsorhip and Ticket Allocation Report
AUTHOR: Manager, Marketing and Promotions
DATE: 20 April 2023
Executive Summary
This is a report concerning event sponsorship and ticket allocation approved within the period 1 January 2023 to 31 March 2023 as required under the Event Sponsorship Policy.
Recommendation/s
A. That Council receive and note the following event sponsorship allocations during the 1 January 2023 to 31 March 2023 period:
Ipswich Turf Club $20,000 (excl. GST) cash support for the 2023 Ipswich Cup.
Ipswich Show Society $63,000 (excl GST) cash support for the 2023 Ipswich Show.
B. That council receive and note the following event sponsorship ticket allocation made during the 1 January 2023 to 31 March 2023 period:
Ipswich Show - 30 x general admission passes per day of the show for ICC officers and elected representatives who are managing or manning trade spaces.
C. That council receive and note the following event impact study support confirmed during the 1 January 2023 to 31 March 2023 period:
Earth Frequency Festival, Friday 12 to Sunday 14 May, Willowbank Raceway.
Pink Flamingo Productions for Queerswich, Sunday 4 June, Tulmur Place Nicholas Street Precinct.
Caravanning Queensland for Van Jam, Friday 22 to Sunday 24 September, Willowbank Raceway.
RELATED PARTIES
· Ipswich Turf Club
· Ipswich Show Society
· Earth Frequency Festival
· Pink Flamingo Productions
· Caravanning Queensland
· Willowbank Raceway
· Nicholas Street Precinct
There are no discernible related party conflicts of interest associated with the report or its recommendations.
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Vibrant and Growing
Purpose of Report/Background
In the period January to March 2023 the following sponsorships the following sponsorships were approved within delegation:
Ipswich Turf Club $20,000 (excl. GST) cash support for the 2023 Ipswich Cup.
Ipswich Show Society $63,000 (excl GST) cash support for the 2023 Ipswich Show.
Ticketing allocation 1 January 2023 – 31 March 2023:
Ipswich Show - 30 x general admission passes per day of the show for ICC officers and elected representatives who are managing or manning trade spaces.
Event impact study support confirmed during the 1 January 2023 to 31 March 2023 period:
Earth Frequency Festival.
Pink Flamingo Productions for Queerswich.
Caravanning Queensland for Van Jam.
Legal IMPLICATIONS
This report and its recommendations are consistent with the following legislative provisions:
Local Government Act 2009
policy implications
This report is a requirement under the Event Sponsorship Policy.
RISK MANAGEMENT IMPLICATIONS
No risks have been identified. The report transparently outlines event sponsorships approved within delegation during the three-month reporting period.
Financial/RESOURCE IMPLICATIONS
The outlined financial support will be covered by dedicated event sponsorship funding allocated within the 2022-2023 City Events Budget and the proposed 2023-2024 financial year City Events Budget.
COMMUNITY and OTHER CONSULTATION
Meetings and discussions have been held with representatives from the sponsored and supported organisations prior to and following the submission of the event sponsorship applications.
Queerswich and Van Jam are inaugural events in 2023 and council has committed to providing IER Event Impact Studies to support the events and understand the customer experience, profile and economic benefit to the city. Earth Frequency Festival has been held in Ipswich for a number of years but in 2023 moves venues from Ivory’s Rock to Willowbank Raceway.
Conclusion
Under council’s Event Sponsorship Policy, it is required that all sponsorships including sponsorships under $15,000 excl. GST and all ticket allocation are recorded in a quarterly report to the Economic and Industry Development Committee.
This report details all event sponsorships approved within the 1 January 2023 to 31 March 2023 reporting period.
HUMAN RIGHTS IMPLICATIONS
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HUMAN RIGHTS IMPACTS |
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RECEIVE AND NOTE REPORT |
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The Recommendation states that the report be received and the contents noted. The decision to receive and note the report does not limit human rights. Therefore, the decision is compatible with human rights.
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Carly Gregory
Manager, Marketing and Promotions
I concur with the recommendations contained in this report.
Ben Pole
General Manager, Community, Cultural and Economic Development
“Together, we proudly enhance the quality of life for our community”
