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Councillor Conflict of Interest Register

Councillors are responsible for informing of a Prescribed or Declarable Conflict of Interest on matters to be discussed at a Council General Meeting, standing or advisory committee meeting and when dealing with these Conflicts of Interest must notify the CEO and the specific meeting of such conflicts.

Councillor Name

Nature of Interest

Type of Conflict 

General Meeting Reference Item

Cr Milton

Councillor KS Milton

Item 1.4 - Safer Local roads and Infrastructure Program - Hayleys Crossing, Baillies Road Upper Stone

In accordance with Section 150EN of the Local Government Act 2009, Councillor KS Milton informed the meeting she has a

Declarable Conflict of Interest in relation to 1.4 as she is the owner of property west of Baillies Road which may be an access

point.

Declarable conflict of Interest

28 April 2026

Item 1.4

Mayor R Jayo

Mayor R Jayo

Item 2.10 - Preliminary Approval (Variation Approval) for a Material Change of Use by way of Introducing Site Specific Codes

and Development Permit for Reconfiguring a Lot (1 Lot into 2 Lots) - Lot 5 on CWL2113 - 1510 Abergowrie Road Lannercost

In accordance with Section 150EP of the Local Government Act 2009, Mayor R Jayo informed the meeting of a Declarable

Conflict of Interest in relation to this item as the applicants are related to his wife.

Having regard to the nature of his Declarable Conflict of Interest, Councillor R Jayo informed the meeting that he will leave the

meeting room while the matter is considered and voted on.

Declarable conflict of Interest

31 March 2026

Item 2.10

Cr Spina

Councillor MJ Spina

Item 2.8 - Community Grants - Ingham Sugar City Rodeo

In accordance with Section 150EP of the Local Government Act 2009, Councillor MJ Spina informed the meeting of a

Declarable Conflict of Interest in relation to this item as he is a member of Ingham Sugar City Rodeo.

Having regard to the nature of his Declarable Conflict of Interest, Councillor MJ Spina informed the meeting that he will leave

the meeting room while the matter is considered and voted on.

Declarable conflict of Interest

31 March 2025

Item 2.8

Mayor Jayo

Mayor R Jayo

Item 2.11 - North Queensland Bio-Energy Corporation Limited - Extension of Relevant Period for Multifunctional Sugar, Ethanol

and Electricity Generation Plant - Corner Como Road and Bruce Highway Toobanna - Lot 207 on SP339983 (Previously Lot

201 on SP329606 and Originally Lot 101 on SP248060, Lot 201 on SP274177)

Mayor R Jayo advised that there have been comments raised that he has a possible conflict of interest as the landowner is a

distant relative to his wife. Mayor R Jayo does not believe a reasonable person could have a perception of bias and chooses

to remain in the meeting unless Councillors decide he should leave the room. Remaining Councillors agreed there is no conflict

perceived.

Declarable conflict of Interest

24 February 2026

Item 2.11

Cr Brown

Councillor ME Brown

Item 2.11 - North Queensland Bio-Energy Corporation Limited - Extension of Relevant Period for Multifunctional Sugar, Ethanol

and Electricity Generation Plant - Corner Como Road and Bruce Highway Toobanna - Lot 207 on SP339983 (Previously Lot

201 on SP329606 and Originally Lot 101 on SP248060, Lot 201 on SP274177)

In accordance with Section 150EN of the Local Government Act 2009, Councillor ME Brown informed the meeting she has a

Declarable Conflict of Interest in relation to 2.11 as the applicant is her brother, and she is a shareholder of North Queensland

Bio-Energy Corporation Limited. Having regard to the nature of her Declarable Conflict of Interest, Councillor ME Brown

informed the meeting that she will leave the meeting room while the matter is considered and voted on.

Declarable conflict of Interest

24 February 2026

Item 2.11

Cr Spina

Councillor MJ Spina

Item 2.11 - North Queensland Bio-Energy Corporation Limited - Extension of Relevant Period for Multifunctional Sugar, Ethanol

and Electricity Generation Plant - Corner Como Road and Bruce Highway Toobanna - Lot 207 on SP339983 (Previously Lot

201 on SP329606 and Originally Lot 101 on SP248060, Lot 201 on SP274177)

In accordance with Section 150EN of the Local Government Act 2009, Councillor MJ Spina informed the meeting he has a

Declarable Conflict of Interest in relation to 2.11 as he is a shareholder of North Queensland Bio-Energy Corporation Limited.

Having regard to the nature of his Declarable Conflict of Interest, Councillor MJ Spina informed the meeting that he will leave

the meeting room while the matter is considered and voted on.

Declarable conflict of Interest

24 February 2026

Item 2.11

Cr Brown

Councillor ME Brown

Item 2.10 – Request for Council Support – Next Gen 2026 Cane Forum

In accordance with Section 150EN of the Local Government Act 2009, Councillor EM Brown informed the meeting she has a

Declarable Conflict of Interest in relation to 2.10 as she is a member of the Abergowrie/Long Pocket QCWA who will be hosting

the evening event for this Forum.

Declarable conflict of Interest

27 January 2026

item 2.10

Cr Marbelli 

Item 4.1 - Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements (DRFA) Program Quarterly Progress Report to 30 September 2025 - North

and Far North Tropical Low 29 January to 28 February 2025

In accordance with Section 150EN of the Local Government Act 2009, Councillor DM Marbelli informed the meeting she has

a possible Declarable Conflict of Interest in relation to 4.1 as her husband Paul is related as first cousins to Ramon and Steven

Marbelli of Timrith Transport.

Councillor DM Marbelli advised that although she has declared her interest, she does not believe a reasonable person could

have a perception of bias because the nature of this Report is in way of an update and no decisions are being made and

therefore, she chooses to remain in the meeting. Councillor DM Marbelli advised that she will leave the room if any discussion

arises regarding Timrith Transport.

Declarable conflict of Interest

27 January 2026

Item 4.1

Cr Marbelli

Councillor DM Marbelli

Item 2.11 – Request for Council Support – Canegrowers Herbert River 100 Years Celebration

In accordance with Section 150EN of the Local Government Act 2009, Councillor DM Marbelli informed the meeting she has

a Declarable Conflict of Interest in relation to 2.11 as her husband Paul is Executive Director of Herbert River Canegrowers.

Declarable conflict of Interest

27 January 2026 Item 2.11

Cr Spina

Councillor MJ Spina

Item 2.7 - Community Grants - ABCRA NQ Zone

In accordance with Section 150EN of the Local Government Act 2009, Councillor MJ Spina informed the meeting of a

Declarable Conflict of Interest in relation to this item as he is a committee member of ABCRA NQ Zone. Having regard to the

nature of his Declarable Conflict of Interest, Councillor MJ Spina informed the meeting that he will leave the meeting room

while the matter is considered and voted on.

Declarable conflict of Interest

16 December 2025 

Item 2.7 

Cr Milton

Councillor KS Milton

Item 3.3 - Herbert River Improvement Trust and Lower Herbert Water Management Authority - Advocacy for Policy Change

In accordance with Section 150EN of the Local Government Act 2009, Councillor KS Milton informed the meeting of a

Declarable Conflict of Interest in relation to Item 3.3 as she is a board member of the Herbert River Improvement Trust. Having

regard to the nature of her Declarable Conflict of Interest, Councillor KS Milton informed the meeting that she will leave the

meeting room while the matter is considered and voted on.

Declarable conflict of Interest

25 November 2025

Item 3.3

Cr Carr

Councillor AD Carr

Item 3.3 - Herbert River Improvement Trust and Lower Herbert Water Management Authority - Advocacy for Policy Change

In accordance with Section 150EN of the Local Government Act 2009, Councillor AD Carr informed the meeting of a Declarable

Conflict of Interest in relation to Item 3.3 as he is a board member and Deputy Chair of the Herbert River Improvement Trust.

Having regard to the nature of his Declarable Conflict of Interest, Councillor AD Carr informed the meeting that he will leave

the meeting room while the matter is considered and voted on.

Declarable conflict of Interest

25 November 2025

Item 3.3

Cr Lynch

Councillor PD Lynch

Item 3.3 - Herbert River Improvement Trust and Lower Herbert Water Management Authority - Advocacy for Policy Change

In accordance with Section 150EN of the Local Government Act 2009, Councillor PD Lynch informed the meeting of a

Declarable Conflict of Interest in relation to Item 3.3 as he is a board member of the Lower Herbert Water Management

Authority. Having regard to the nature of his Declarable Conflict of Interest, Councillor PD Lynch informed the meeting that he

will leave the meeting room while the matter is considered and voted on.

Declarable conflict of Interest

25 November 2025

Item 3.3

CR Marbelli

Councillor DM Marbelli

Item 4.1 - Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements (DRFA) Program Quarterly Progress Report to 30 September 2025 - North

and Far North Tropical Low 29 January to 28 February 2025

In accordance with Section 150EN of the Local Government Act 2009, Councillor DM Marbelli informed the meeting she has

a possible Declarable Conflict of Interest in relation to 4.1 as her husband Paul is related as first cousins to Ramon and

Steven Marbelli of Timrith Transport.

Councillor DM Marbelli advised that although she has declared her interest, she does not believe a reasonable person could

have a perception of bias because the nature of this Report is in way of an update and no decisions are being made and

therefore, she chooses to remain in the meeting. Councillor DM Marbelli acknowledged that eligible Councillors must

determine, pursuant to Section 150ES of the Local Government Act 2009 whether she:

1. May participate in the decision about the matter including by voting on the matter; or

2. Must leave the meeting, including any area set aside for the public, and stay away from the meeting while the eligible

Councillors discuss and vote on the matter.

Councillors formed the view that as a reasonable person would not form a view that a conflict existed, and Councillor DM

Marbelli has no Declarable Conflict of Interest, she may remain in the meeting room while the matter is considered and voted

on.

Declarable conflict of Interest

28 October 2025

Item 4.1

Councillor PD Lynch

In accordance with Section 150EN of the Local Government Act 2009, Councillor PD Lynch informed the meeting of a
Declarable Conflict of Interest in relation to Item 2.5 as he is the Chair of the Maraka Committee. Having regard to the nature of his Declarable Conflict of Interest, Councillor PD Lynch informed the meeting that he will leave the meeting room while the matter is considered and voted on

Declarable Conflict of interest

30 September 2025 Item 2.5

Councillor KS Milton

Item 2.7 - Proposed Permit to Occupy - Part of Irwin Road Braemeadows (Adjacent to Lot 3 on RP707936, Lot 5 on SP279693 and Lot 1 and Lot 2 on RP714163) In accordance with Section 150EN of the Local Government Act 2009, Councillor KS Milton informed the meeting of a Declarable Conflict of Interest in relation to Item 2.7 as she is related to the Applicants. Having regard to the nature of her Declarable Conflict of Interest, Councillor KS Milton informed the meeting that she will leave the meeting room while the matter is considered and voted on.

Declarable Conflict of interest

30 September 2025 Item 2.7

Councillor DM Marbelli

 Item 3.9 - HSC 25/02 - Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangement (DRFA) Program - Northwest Unsealed Roads - Reconstruction Works In accordance with Section 150EN of the Local Government Act 2009, Councillor DM Marbelli informed the meeting of a Declarable Conflict of Interest in relation to Item 3.9 as her husband is first cousin to R Marbelli & S Marbelli t/a Timrith Transport. Having regard to the nature of her Declarable Conflict of Interest, Councillor DM Marbelli informed the meeting that she will leave the meeting room while the matter is considered and voted on.

Declarable Conflict of interest

30 September 2025 Item 3.9

Councillor DM Marbelli

Item 3.8 - HSC 25/01 - Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangement (DRFA) Program - Southeast Unsealed Roads - Reconstruction Works, In accordance with Section 150EN of the Local Government Act 2009, Councillor DM Marbelli informed the meeting of a Declarable Conflict of Interest in relation to Item 3.8 as her husband is first cousin to R Marbelli & S Marbelli t/a Timrith Transport. Having regard to the nature of her Declarable Conflict of Interest, Councillor DM Marbelli informed the meeting that she will leave the meeting room while the matter is considered and voted on.

Declarable Conflict of interest

30 September 2025 Item 3.8

Councillor DM Marbelli

Item 3.6 - HSC 24/21 - Register of Pre-Qualified Suppliers (ROPS) - Provision of Road Making Materials
In accordance with Section 150EN of the Local Government Act 2009, Councillor DM Marbelli informed the meeting of a Declarable Conflict of Interest in relation to Item 3.6 as her husband is first cousin to R Marbelli & S Marbelli t/a Timrith Transport. Having regard to the nature of her Declarable Conflict of Interest, Councillor DM Marbelli informed the meeting that she will leave the meeting room while the matter is considered and voted on.

Declarable Conflict of interest

30 September 2025 Item 3.6

Councillor DM Marbelli

Item 2.5 - Community Grants - Ingham Maraka Festival Inc
In accordance with Section 150EN of the Local Government Act 2009, Councillor DM Marbelli informed the meeting of a Declarable Conflict of Interest in relation to Item 2.5 as she is hosting an event within the 2025 Maraka Festival events. Having regard to the nature of her Declarable Conflict of Interest, Councillor DM Marbelli informed the meeting that she will leave the meeting room while the matter is considered and voted on.

Declarable Conflict of interest

30 September 2025 Item 2.5

Councillor MJ Spina

Item 2.5 - Reconfiguring a Lot - 1 Lot into 27 Lots, Pump Station Lot, and Drainage Reserves Bruce Highway Toobanna, Formally Known as Lot 2 on RP730390 In accordance with Section 150EN of the Local Government Act 2009, Councillor MJ Spina informed the meeting of a Declarable Conflict of Interest in relation to Item 2.5 as he is the Director of Ingham Real Estate, who may sell land in the proposed subdivision. Having regard to the nature of his Declarable Conflict of Interest, Councillor MJ Spina informed the meeting that he will leave the meeting room while the matter is considered and voted on.

Declarable Conflict of interest

26 August 2025 Item 2.5

Councillor ME Brown

Item 2.5 - Reconfiguring a Lot - 1 Lot into 27 Lots, Pump Station Lot, and Drainage Reserves Bruce Highway Toobanna, Formally Known as Lot 2 on RP730390 In accordance with Section 150EN of the Local Government Act 2009, Councillor ME Brown informed the meeting of a
Declarable Conflict of Interest in relation to Item 2.5 as there is an implied conflict raised by local residents who are objecting to this proposal. Having regard to the nature of her Declarable Conflict of Interest, Councillor ME Brown informed the meeting that she will leave the meeting room while the matter is considered and voted on.

Declarable Conflict of interest

26 August 2025 Item 2.5

Councillor PD Lynch

Item 2.5 - Reconfiguring a Lot - 1 Lot into 27 Lots, Pump Station Lot, and Drainage Reserves Bruce Highway Toobanna, Formally Known as Lot 2 on RP730390 In accordance with Section 150EN of the Local Government Act 2009, Councillor PD Lynch informed the meeting of a Declarable Conflict of Interest in relation to Item 2.5 as his long term friend is an adjoining neighbour to the development. Having regard to the nature of his Declarable Conflict of Interest, Councillor PD Lynch informed the meeting that he will leave the meeting room while the matter is considered and voted on.

Declarable Conflict of interest

26 August 2025 Item 2.5

Councillor PD Lynch

 Item 2.3 - Community Grants - Ingham Maraka Festival Inc and Herbert River Junior Rugby League Inc

In accordance with Section 150EN of the Local Government Act 2009, Councillor PD Lynch informed the meeting of a

Declarable Conflict of Interest in relation to Item 2.3 as he is the Chair of the Maraka Committee.

Having regard to the nature of his Declarable Conflict of Interest, Councillor PD Lynch informed the meeting that he will leave

the meeting room while the matter is considered and voted on.

Declarable Conflict of interest

26 August 2025 Item 2.3

Councillor DM Marbelli

Item 1.3 - 2025-2026 Hinchinbrook Local Government Area Biosecurity Plan - 2025 Review

In accordance with Section 150EP of the Local Government Act 2009, Councillor DM Marbelli informed the meeting of a possible Declarable Conflict of Interest in relation to Item 1.3 as her husband is a HR Canegrowers Board member and HR

Catchment and Landcare Group member. Her husband is part of a group that formed the Biosecurity Plan. Councillor DM Marbelli advised that although she has declared her interest, she does not believe a reasonable person would have a perception of bias because she has no interest in the matter and therefore, she chooses to remain in the meeting.

Councillor DM Marbelli acknowledges that eligible Councillors must determine, pursuant to Section 105ES of the Local

Government Act 2009 whether she: a. May participate in the decision about the matter including by voting on the matter; or

b. Must leave the meeting, including any area set aside for the public, and stay away from the meeting while the eligible

Councillors discuss and vote on the matter.

Councillors formed the view that as a reasonable person would not form a view that a conflict existed and Councillor DM

Marbelli has no Declarable Conflict of Interest and she may remain in the meeting room while the matters are considered and

voted on.

Declarable Conflict of interest

29 July 2025 Item 1.3

Councillor DM Marbelli

Item 2.13 - Tender HSC 24/19 - DRFA Program - Southwest Unsealed Roads - Reconstruction Works
In accordance with Section 150EP of the Local Government Act 2009 , Councillor DM Marbelli informed the meeting of a
Declarable Conflict of Interest in relation to Item 2.13 as her husband is first cousin to R Marbelli & S Marbelli t/a Timrith
Transport. Having regard to the nature of her Declarable Conflict of Interest, Councillor DM Marbelli informed the meeting that she will leave the meeting room while the matter is considered and voted on.

Declarable Conflict of interest

29 July 2025 Item 2.13

Councillor ME Brown

Community Grants - Ingham Toyota Forest Rally

In accordance with Section 150EP of the Local Government Act 2009, Councillor ME Brown informed the meeting of a Declarable Conflict of Interest in relation to Item 2.6 as she is a member of the Abergowrie/Long Pocket QCWA. Having regard to the nature of her Declarable Conflict of Interest, Councillor ME Brown informed the meeting that she will leave the meeting room while the matter is considered and voted on.

Declarable Conflict of interest

24 June 2025 Item 2.6

Councillor DM Marbelli

Register of Pre-Qualified Suppliers - Wet and Dry Hire Plant
In accordance with Section 150EP of the Local Government Act 2009,
Councillor DM Marbelli informed the meeting of a Declarable Conflict of Interest in relation to Item 2.8 as her husband is first cousin to R Marbelli & S Marbelli t/a Timrith Transport. Having regard to the nature of her Declarable Conflict of Interest, Councillor DM Marbelli informed the meeting that she will leave the meeting room while the matter is considered and voted on.

Declarable Conflict of interest

24 June 2025 Item 2.8- HSC24/10

Councillor DM Marbelli

In accordance with Section 150EP of the Local Government Act 2009, Council DM Marbelli informed the meeting of a Declarable Conflict of interest in relation to item 2.11 as her husband is first cousin to R Marbelli t/a Timrith Transport.

Tender HVS 24/15 DRFA Program – Priority Roads and Northeast Unsealed Roads – Reconstruction works

Having regard to the nature of her Declarable Conflict of Interest, Councillor DM Marbelli informed the meeting that she will leave the meeting room while the matter is considered and voted on.

Declarable Conflict of interest

27 May 2025 - Item 2.11

Councillor DM Marbelli

In accordance with Section 150EP of the Local Government Act 2009, Council DM Marbelli informed the meeting of a Declarable Conflict of interest in relation to item 2.9 as her brother-in-law is the applicant.

Material Change of use _ impact industry (Furniture Manufacturing, Display and Sales) – 28, 32 and 36 Lynn Street and 79,85 and 87 Herbert Street Ingham – Lot 9 on RP706689, Lot 2 on RP71132, Lot 12 o SP121469, Lots1 an d2 on RP712748 and Lot 13 on RP121469.

Having read to the nature of her Declarable Conflict of Interest, Councillor DM Marbelli informed the meeting that she will leave the meeting room while the matter is considered ad voted on.

Declarable Conflict of Interest

27 May 2025- Item 2.9

Councillor DM Marbelli

In accordance with Section 150EP of the Local Government Act 2009, Councillor DM Marbelli informed the meeting of a Declarable conflict of interest in relation to item 4.2 as her husband is first cousin to R Marbelli t/a Timrith Transport.

Having regard to the nature of her Declarable Conflict of Interest, Councillor DM Marbelli informed the meeting that she will leave the meeting room while the matter is considered and voted on.

Declarable Conflict of Interest

29 April 2025- Item 4.2

Councillor DM Marbelli

In accordance with Section 150EP of the Local Government Act 2009 , Councillor D Marbellli informed the meeting of a Declarable Conflict of Interest in relation to this item as her husband is first cousin to R Marbelli & S Marbelli t/a Timrith Transport who are mentioned in the report. Having regard to the nature of her Declarable Conflict of Interest, Councillor D Marbelli is requesting that Council grant permission to remain in Chambers as the Report resolution is to receive and note.

Declarable Conflict of Interest

28 January 2025 - Item 4.1

Councillor M Spina

In accordance with Section 150EP of the Local Government Act 2009, Councillor M Spina informed the meeting of a Declarable Conflict of Interest in relation to this item as he is a Director of Ingham Real Estate which sells property for the tenderer. Having regard to the nature of his Declarable Conflict of Interest, Councillor M Spina informed the meeting that he will leave the meeting room while the matter is considered and voted on.

Declarable Conflict of Interest

26 November 2024 - Item 2.8

Councillor M Spina

In accordance with Section 150EP of the Local Government Act 2009, Councillor M Spina informed the meeting of a Declarable Conflict of Interest in relation to this item as he is a Director of Ingham Real Estate which sells property for the

tenderer. Having regard to the nature of his Declarable Conflict of Interest, Councillor M Spina informed the meeting that he will leave the meeting room while the matter is considered and voted on.

Declarable Conflict of Interest

26 November 2024 - Item 2.9

Councillor DM Marbelli

In accordance with Section 150EP of the Local Government Act 2009, Councillor D Marbellli informed the meeting of a Declarable Conflict of Interest in relation to this item as her husband is first cousin to R Marbelli & S Marbelli t/a Timrith Transport who have provided a tender submission to this item. Having regard to the nature of her Declarable Conflict of Interest, Councillor D Marbella informed the meeting that she will leave the meeting room while the matter is considered and voted on.

Declarable Conflict of Interest

26 November 2024 - Item 2.11

Councillor DM Marbelli

In accordance with Section 150EP of the Local Government Act 2009 , Councillor D Marbellli informed the meeting of a Declarable Conflict of Interest in relation to this item as her husband is first cousin to R Marbelli & S Marbelli t/a Timrith Transport who have provided a tender submission to this item. Having regard to the nature of her Declarable Conflict of Interest, Councillor D Marbelli informed the meeting that she will leave the meeting room while the matter is considered and voted on.

Declarable Conflict of Interest

26 November 2024 - Item 2.10

Councillor DM Marbelli

In accordance with Section 150EP of the Local Government Act 2009, Councillor D Marbellli informed the meeting of a Declarable Conflict of Interest in relation to this item as her husband is first cousin to R Marbelli & S Marbelli t/a Timrith Transport who have provided a tender submission to this item. Having regard to the nature of her Declarable Conflict of Interest, Councillor D Marbelli informed the meeting that she will leave the meeting room while the matter is considered and voted on.

Declarable Conflict of Interest

26 November 2024 - Item 2.9

Councillor DM Marbelli

In accordance with Section 150EN of the Local Government Act 2009, Councillor D Marbelli informed the meeting of a Declarable Conflict of Interest in relation to Item 1.3 as her husband Paul is related as first cousin to Ramon and Steven Marbelli of Timrith Transport who have provided a tender submission.

Declarable Conflict of Interest

29 October 2024 - Item 1.3

Councillor DM Marbelli

In accordance with Section 150EN of the Local Government Act 2009, Councillor DM Marbelli informed the meeting of a Declarable Conflict of Interest in relation to Item 2.5 as her husband is on the Canegrowers Executive, which is a major sponsor of the Link 2 Country Expo. As a result of this Conflict of Interest Councillor DM Marbelli will leave the meeting whilst the matter is being discussed and voted on

Declarable Conflict of Interest

27 August 2024 - Item 2.5

Cr PD Lynch

In accordance with Section 150EN of the Local Government Act 2009, Councillor PD Lynch informed the meeting of a Declarable Conflict of Interest in relation to Item 2.5 as he is the president of the Ingham Maraka Festival Inc, which is an

Applicant. As a result of this Conflict of Interest Councillor PD Lynch will leave the meeting whilst the matter is being discussed and voted on.

Declarable Conflict of Interest

27 August 2024 - Item 2.5

CR ME Brown

In accordance with Section 150EN of the Local Government Act 2009, Councillor ME Brown informed the meeting of a Declarable Conflict of Interest in relation to Item 2.8 as she is a member of the Abergowrie/Long Pocket QCWA, who will be

hosting the event. As a result of this Conflict of Interest Councillor ME Brown will leave the meeting whilst the matter is being discussed and voted on.

Declarable Conflict of Interest

30 July 2024 - Item 2.8

CR MJ Spina

In accordance with Section 150EI of the Local Government Act 2009, Councillor MJ Spina informed the meeting of a Prescribed Conflict of Interest in relation to Item 4.2 as he owns shares in Ethanol Technologies Limited. A landowner of which the proposed development will be staged is a Director on the Board of Ethanol Technologies Limited. As a result of this Conflict of Interest Councillor MJ Spina will leave the meeting whilst the matter is being discussed and voted on.

Declarable Conflict of Interest

25 June 2024 - Item 4.2

CR DM Marbelli

In accordance with Section 150EN of the Local Government Act 2009, Councillor DM Marbelli informed the meeting of a rable Conflict of Interest in relation to Item 4.2 as her husband’s first cousin owns property with a boundary 460m from the boundary of the proposed development. As a result of this Conflict of Interest Councillor DM Marbelli will leave the meeting whilst the matter is being discussed and voted on.

Declarable Conflict of Interest

25 June 2024 - Item 4.2

Cr ME Brown

In accordance with Section 150EI of the Local Government Act 2009, Councillor ME Brown informed the meeting of a Prescribed Conflict of Interest in relation to Item 4.2 as she is a Director of several entities that own shares in Ethanol Technologies Limited. A landowner of which the proposed development will be staged is a Director on the Board of Ethanol Technologies Limited. As a result of this Conflict of Interest Councillor ME Brown will leave the meeting whilst the matter is being discussed and voted on.

Declarable Conflict of Interest

25 June 2024 - Item 4.2

Cr KS Milton

In accordance with Section 150EN of the Local Government Act 2009, Councillor KS Milton informed the meeting of a Declarable Conflict of Interest in relation to Item 4.2 as she owns property 400m north of the boundary. The proposed development is at the top of the range where it is impossible to maintain a firebreak to keep any controlled or uncontrolled burns on her property. As fire management and fire hazards are a big part of this proposal, she feels that this could have implications on her property management. As a result of this Conflict of Interest Councillor KS Milton will leave the meeting whilst the mater is being discussed and voted on.

Declarable Conflict of Interest

25 June 2024 - Item 4.2

CR DM Marbelli

In accordance with Section 150EN of the Local Government Act 2009, Councillor DM Marbelli informed the meeting she has a possible Declarable Conflict of Interest in relation to Item 1.6 as her husband Paul is a Director of CANEGROWERS Herbert River, and CANEGROWERS Herbert River is a stakeholder in this Report.

Councillor DM Marbelli advised that although she has declared her interest, she does not believe a reasonable person could have a perception of bias because she has no interest in the matter and therefore, she chooses to remain in the meeting. Councillor DM Marbelli acknowledged that eligible Councillors must determine, pursuant to Section 150ES of the Local Government Act 2009 whether she:
1. May participate in the decision about the matter including by voting on the matter; or
2. Must leave the meeting, including any area set aside for the public, and stay away from the meeting while the eligible Councillors discuss and vote on the matter.
Councillors formed the view that as a reasonable person would not form a view that a conflict existed, and Councillor DM Marbelli has no Declarable Conflict of Interest, she may remain in the meeting room while the matter is considered and voted on.

No Declarable Conflict of Interest

28 May 2024 - Item 1.6

CR MJ Spina

In accordance with Section 150EN of the Local Government Act 2009, Councillor MJ Spina informed the meeting of a Declarable Conflict of Interest in relation to Item 2.16 as Ingham Real Estate, which is owned by Councillor Spina, may be

involved in selling the land in the near future.

Declarable Conflict of Interest

23 April 2024 - Item 2.16

Cr ME Brown

In accordance with Section 150EP of the Local Government Act 2009, Councillor ME Brown informed the meeting of a Declarable Conflict of Interest in relation to Item 2.7 as the Proponent for the Application is her brother.

Having regard to the nature of her Declarable Conflict of Interest, Councillor ME Brown informed the meeting that she will leave the meeting room while the matter is considered and voted on.

Declarable Conflict of Interest

20 February 2024 - Item 2.7

Cr WG Skinner

In accordance with Section 150EP of the Local Government Act 2009, Councillor WG Skinner informed the meeting of a Prescribed Conflict of Interest in relation to Item 2.5 as he is the Applicant. Having regard to the nature of his Prescribed Conflict of Interest, Councillor WG Skinner informed the meeting that he will leave the meeting room while the matter is considered and voted on.

Declarable Conflict of Interest

20 February 2024 - Item 2.5

Cr ME Brown

In accordance with Section 150EP of the Local Government Act 2009, Councillor ME Brown informed the meeting of a Declarable Conflict of Interest in relation to Item 2.11 as she is a shareholder of the applicant North Queensland Bio Energy

and the Chair is her brother.

Having regard to the nature of her Declarable Conflict of Interest, Councillor ME Brown informed the meeting that she will leave the meeting room while the matter is considered and voted on.

Declarable Conflict of Interest

23 January 2024 - Item 2.11

Cr ME Brown

In accordance with Section 150EP of the Local Government Act 2009, Councillor ME Brown informed the meeting of a Declarable Conflict of Interest in relation to Item 1.3 as one of the tender applicants is her brother-in-law.

Declarable Conflict of Interest

12 December 2023 - Item 1.3

Cr WG Skinner

In accordance with Section 150EP of the Local Government Act 2009, Councillor WG Skinner informed the meeting of a Declarable Conflict of Interest in relation to Item 1.3 as Hayleys Crossing can be a route used to access his own property.

Declarable Conflict of Interest

12 December 2023 - Item 1.3

Cr Kate Milton

In accordance with Section 150EP of the Local Government Act 2009, Councillor KS Milton informed the meeting of a Declarable Conflict of Interest in relation to Item 1.6 as members of her family live on Pappins Road, and it leads to Milton

Road which she resides on.

Declarable Conflict of Interest

12 December 2023 - Item 1.6 

Cr Kate Milton

In accordance with Section 150EP of the Local Government Act 2009, Councillor KS Milton informed the meeting of a Declarable Conflict of Interest in relation to Item 1.3 as Hayleys Crossing can be a route used to access her own property,

although not commonly used.

Declarable Conflict of Interest

12 December 2023 - Item 1.3

Cr Kate Milton

In accordance with Section 150EP of the Local Government Act 2009, Councillor KS Milton informed the meeting of a Declarable Conflict of Interest in relation to Item 2.10 as the applicant is her Sister-in-Law.

Declarable Conflict of Interest

28 November 2023 - Item 1.8

Cr Kate Milton

In accordance with Section 150EP of the Local Government Act 2009, Councillor KS Milton informed the meeting a possible Declarable Conflict of Interest in relation to Item 1.8 as she has family members who live on Pappins Road and Councillor Milton lives off Milton Road.

Declarable Conflict of Interest

24 October 2023 - Item 1.8

Cr Donna Marbelli

In accordance with Section 150EP of the Local Government Act 2009, Councillor DM Marbelli informed the meeting a possible Declarable Conflict of Interest in relation to Item 1.3 if discussions arise regarding Timrith Transport as the owners of Timrith Transport are first cousins to her husband Paul Marbelli.

Declarable Conflict of Interest

24 October 2023 - Item 1.3

Cr Mary Brown

In accordance with Section 150EP of the Local Government Act 2009, Councillor ME Brown informed the meeting she has a possible Declarable Conflict of Interest in relation to Item 2.8 as she is a member of the Gilroy Santa Maria College Finance Committee.

Declarable Conflict of Interest

29 August 2023 - Item 2.8

Cr Kate Milton

As the applicant Glenda Crisp is her Sister-in-Law.

Declarable Conflict of Interest

25 July 2023 - Item 2.8

Cr Mary Brown

She has related business entities currently in negotiations, that could eventuate as a result of commercial in confidence negotiations, should this subdivision progress.

Declarable Conflict of Interest

25 July 2023 - Item 2.11

Cr Mary Brown

As she is a member of Abergowire/Long Pocket QCWA committee who will be hosting and catering this event at their property and the QCWA will be a beneficiary of some proceeds of the event.

Declarable Conflict of Interest

25 July 2023 - Item 2.5

Cr Donna Marbelli

As the neighbouring resident, Rosalind Guerra is her husband's first cousin. 

Declarable Conflict of Interest

25 July 2023 - Item 2.8

Cr Donna Marbelli

As the owners of Timrith Transport are first cousins to her husband Paul Marbelli.

Declarable Conflict of Interest

25 July 2023 - Item 1.3

Cr Kate Milton

Her husband is the owner of part of the property and she and her husband are the business owners.

Prescribed Conflict of Interest

30 May 2023 - Item 2.11

Cr Donna Marbelli 

Her Father-In-Law is a life member of the Macknade Community Sporting Club Inc.

Declarable Conflict of Interest

30 May 2023 - Item 2.9A

Cr Mary Brown

Her brother-in-law and sister’s business is a subcontractor to a tenderer on this project.

Declarable Conflict of Interest

30 May 2023 - Item 2.8

Cr Donna Marbelli 

Her husband Paul is related as first cousin to Ramon and Steven Marbelli of Timrith Transport who are quarry owners.

Declarable Conflict of Interest

28 March 2023 - Item 2.10

Cr Kate Milton

She has a registered Quarry on her property.

Declarable Conflict of Interest

28 March 2023 - Item 2.10

Cr Donna Marbelli 

The owner of the quarry is a close member of the family.

Declarable Conflict of Interest 

13 December 2022 - Item 2.11

Cr Mary Brown

The proponent is a relative.

Declarable Conflict of Interest 

13 December 2022 - Item 2.8

Cr Donna Marbelli 

Her husband Paul Marbelli is cousin to Steven and Ramon Marbelli of Timrith Transport who submitted a tender for the HSC22/17 DRFA Program.

Declarable Conflict of Interest

13 December 2022 - Item 2.6

Cr Donna Marbelli 

Her husband Paul Marbelli is cousin to Steven and Ramon Marbelli of Timrith Transport who are involved in gravel and quarry work.

Declarable Conflict of Interest

22 November 2022 - Item 2.5

Cr Mary Brown

She is a Director of GSME Nominees and have a direct interest in this matter.

Prescribed Conflict of Interest 

25 October 2022 - Item 1.4

Cr Kate Milton 

She is a Gravel Pit Owner and may have a direct interest in this matter.

Prescribed Conflict of Interest

25 October 2022 - Item 2.5

Cr Kate Milton 

Her husband David is related as first cousin to Morrissey’s who are the Lessees in this matter.

Declarable Conflict of Interest

25 October 2022 - Item

Cr Kate Milton 

The property neighbours her lychee farm on Helens Hill Road.

Prescribed Conflict of Interest 

27 September 2022 - Item 2.4

Cr Mary Brown 

She is an airport user and is a current owner of a business at the Ingham Airport.

Declarable Conflict of Interest

27 September 2022 -  Item 2.11

Cr Wally Skinner 

He is a member of the All Souls Committee (Anglican Parish of Ingham) who have applied for a Community Activity Grant.

Prescribed Conflict of Interest

26 July 2022 - Item 2.11

Cr Mary Brown 

She is related to the applicant Michael Carey who is her brother.

Declarable Conflict of Interest

26 July 2022 - Item 2.9

Cr Donna Marbelli

Her husband Paul is related as first cousin to Ramon and Steven Marbelli of Timrith Transport who are tenderers for HSC 22/06.

Declarable Conflict of Interest

26 July 2022 - Item 2.6

Cr Donna Marbelli

Her husband Paul Marbelli is an Executive Member on the Herbert River Canegrowers Board and Chairperson of Herbert River Catchment and Landcare Group.

Prescribed Conflict of Interest

26 July 2022 - Item 1.7

Cr Donna Marbelli

One of the delivery agents is Timrith Transport who are Steven and Ramon Marbelli being first cousins to her husband Paul Marbelli.

Declarable Conflict of Interest

26 July 2022 - Item 1.4

Cr Kate Milton 

She is related to the neighbours/complainants in this matter, Robert and Debbie Hobbs as her niece and her husband.

Declarable Conflict of Interest 

28 June 2022 - Item 2.10

Cr Donna Marbelli

She is a canegrower and member of Herbert River Canegrowers, and her husband Paul Marbelli is an Executive Member on the Herbert River Canegrowers Board

Declarable Conflict of Interest 

28 June 2022 - Item 1.5

Cr Mary Brown 

She is related to the applicants Robert and Margaret Carey who are her brother and sister-in-law.

Declarable Conflict of Interest 

28 June 2022 - Item 2.13

Cr Mary Brown 

She is related to the applicants Robert and Margaret Carey who are her brother and sister-in-law.

Declarable Conflict of Interest 

28 June 2022 - Item 2.12

Cr Mary Brown 

She is related to the applicants Robert and Margaret Carey who are her brother and sister-in-law.

Declarable Conflict of Interest 

28 June 2022 - Item 2.11

Cr Andrew Lancini

HLD Constructions Pty Ltd is owned by Heath Davis who is his relation.

Prescribed Conflict of Interest

31 May 2022 - Item 2.12

Cr Mary Brown 

She is a part owner of a business based at the Ingham Airport and a member of the Airport Users Group.

Declarable Conflict of Interest 

31 May 2022 - Item 1.6

Cr Mary Brown

She owns and is the Director of a business operating at the Ingham Airport.

Declarable Conflict of Interest 

26 April 2022 - Item 1.6

Cr Andrew Lancini

He owns a business that is an agent for the recommended preferred supplier, Lowes and delivery of fuel is by Ocwen Energy Pty. Ltd.

Prescribed Conflict of Interest

26 April 2022 - Item 2.4

Cr Donna Marbelli

Being a canegrower in the Lower Herbert area it is a  possibility that some time in the future that the equipment owned by Marbelli Farming to which she is a Director could be using this base station located on Warrens Hill and it could be seen as a conflict in the public eye.

Declarable Conflict of Interest 

26 April 2022 - Item 2.12

Cr Donna Marbelli

Her husband Paul is related as first cousin to Ramon and Steven Marbelli of Timrith Transport who are tenderers for HSC 22/02

Declarable Conflict of Interest 

26 April 2022 - Item 2.5

Cr Mary Brown

She is a Committee Member of the Queensland Country Women’s Association

(QCWA

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