Residents denied demerger vote  Posted January 16, 2013 13:13:59
The Noosa Independence Alliance says it understands why a
significant portion of the community is upset it will not have a
say in the de-amalgamation poll in March.  An estimated 2,000
people own homes and businesses in the former Noosa shire but
are not on the electoral roll as they live elsewhere.  In
contrast, Noosa Independence Alliance spokesman Noel Playford
says someone renting a house may get to vote and then leave the
area soon after.  He says many absentee property owners have a
long-term connection to Noosa and do not want to stay part of
the Sunshine Coast council.  "Not only can it hurt their
investment but it can also affect the enjoyment they have in
living here at least part-time," he said.  "It's a big issue for
them. We've actually been able to write to a lot of them and
just outline to them what's happening and asking them if they
want to help the yes vote.  "We'd be happy to have a donation
because that will help us get the