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BRISBANE VALLEY PROTEIN PRECINT
DEVELOPMENT APPLICATION
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ABOUT BRISBANE VALLEY PROTEIN PRECINCT PTY LTD
Brisbane Valley Protein Precinct Pty Ltd is a family owned company whose
Directors include siblings Duncan Brown and Selena Gomersall.
Duncan is a Queensland businessman who combines his love of farming and agriculture
with social purpose objectives, particularly in the area of youth support and development.
Selena is a registered psychologist and both a founder and the clinical director of Outback
Futures, a not-for-profit mental and allied health services provider to rural and remote
Queenslanders.
Safika Holdings is a significant minority shareholder in BVPP (its first Australian agricultural
investment) and a South African-based investment house with international interests across
the industrial, financial services, mining and exploration, commodity marketing, transport
and logistics, online education, health, property, communications and aerospace sectors.
DUNCAN BROWN AND
SELENA GOMERSALL
Safika CEO Moss Ngoasheng
(left) and Chairman Sakumzi
“Saki” Macozoma
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THE BROWN FAMILY HISTORY IN THE SOMERSET REGION
Duncan and Selena’s connection to the land and their family history of pioneering
Queensland farming and food production in the Somerset region goes back to the early
1900s. Duncan is a fourth generation farmer in the region:
“In the early 1900s, my great grandfather, Frederick, saw the potential in this area as a hub
for agricultural innovation and moved his family here to establish the Good Luck Friesian
stud.
Later, my grandfather Arthur earned the reputation as a great dairy farmer and community
man.
My father, Michael, saw beyond the agricultural opportunity to a future in food. His vision
saw him help pioneer Australian Country Choice, Australia’s largest integrated processor of
beef, and team with Keystone to establish the Coominya patty plant – now one of the
largest employers in the region.”
THE NEXT GENERATION
Duncan explains:
“Our hope with the Brisbane Valley Protein Precinct is to extend our family’s legacy and,
with the help of our business and community partners, create a hub where young people are
trained for a bright future in food production, where meat protein is efficiently produced to
the highest welfare and quality standards, and where locals and tourists experience the best
produce the region has to offer in a food tourism precinct of unprecedented quality.
“With Australia navigating the transition from the ‘mining boom to the dining room’ the
time is right for a precinct that will position Somerset as a leader in global food production.”
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THE PROJECT VISION
The Brisbane Valley Protein Precinct will be the first dedicated protein production hub in
Australia to combine hatch to dispatch livestock poultry and game bird production, on-site
training, R&D and food hospitality facilities.
OUR MISSION IS
Growing and feeding communities through
sustainable, innovative agriculture.
OUR VISION IS TO BE
• A leading exporter of specialised poultry and game bird products
• A hub for training and development in integrated protein
production
• A major supporter of community and youth initiatives in the
Somerset region
• A provider of protein expertise to thought leaders from emerging
countries, to help alleviate global hunger
• A “shop window” for Lockyer and Somerset produce, showcasing
quality local produce
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LOCATION
Located 78km west of
the Brisbane CBD and
100km east of the
Brisbane West Airport
& direct links to Asia.
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THE MASTER PLAN
The Brisbane Valley
Protein Precinct will be
a multi-million dollar
master planned protein
production hub to be
developed on more
than 1100 hectares at
Coominya.
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THE MASTER PLAN
The Brisbane Valley Protein
Precinct masterplan is the
culmination of three years
planning and collaboration
and the result reflects the
regions’ commitment to
tourism and food production.
The masterplan incorporates
10 sub areas, all with diverse
purposes, but all aligned by a
common focus on food, food
production and food based
tourism. This is a major project
for the area and will be rolled
out over time in stages.
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THE MASTERPLAN IS DIVIDED INTO THE FOLLOWING SUB AREAS
SUB AREA 1 - Food Tourism (see plans Site Plan 4.2 & Preliminary Concept Sketch 1.0.3 & 3.3)
This is the “shop window” for the project, a place where food lovers from near and can come and sample local produce –
including Brisbane Valley Protein products - meet local producers, enjoy a meal in the bistro prepared by award winning
chefs and local trainees and walk through community market gardens. The area will also feature a function centre, eco
cabins and camping facilities. All development will be designed by an award winning architect with an emphasis on
blending in with the existing natural assets and will include significant landscaping resulting in a significant net increase in
vegetation on this site.
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THE MASTERPLAN IS DIVIDED INTO THE FOLLOWING SUB AREAS
SUB AREA 2 - Poultry Processing (see Site Plan 5.0 & Concept Sketch 1.0)
Situated in close proximity to two existing and meat processing plant, this site will host an
export accredited, poultry processing plant and be the major employer of people across the
BVPP projects.
The plant will process premium, RSPCA chickens grown on the BVPP site and in time nearby
farms. It will incorporate the latest technology to minimise environmental impact and
maximise bird welfare and employee comfort. Vegetation barriers will be established to in
time minimise the view of the plant from Coominya Connection. This site will also see a net
increase in native vegetation as a result of the development.
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THE MASTERPLAN IS DIVIDED
INTO THE FOLLOWING SUB
AREAS
SUB AREA 3 - Food and Petrol & Self-
Storage (see Concept Sketches 1.2 &
1.2.1 )
This site has the highest exposure to passing
traffic and is also positioned directly opposite
two of the region’s largest employers – the
Green Mountain and Keystone Food Processing
plants. A development approval exists for a
road house/petrol station with petrol and food
service. A truck bay and facilities has been
incorporated the many truck operators who
frequent the area have somewhere to park and
revive, apart from the side of the road.
A boat self-storage facility will also be
incorporated into this site to cater for the many
people who drive right past with their boats on
the way to Somerset dam and other popular
water sport destinations. All buildings on this
site will be architecturally designed with careful
attention to ensuring facades and vegetation
compliment the current environment.
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THE MASTERPLAN IS DIVIDED INTO THE FOLLOWING SUB AREAS
SUB AREA 4 - Integrated Quail Production, Cattle Grazing and
Administration Building (see Masterplan)
This area is subject to a separate development approval lodged in November 2016. The
quail enterprise includes a hatchery, breeding sheds, growing sheds – with outdoor area
and an export-ready processing plant. This will enable the complete production of premium
quail, with the Brisbane Valley brand to happen all on the one site. It will also enable
trainees to experience every part of the production process. The administration office will
serve as the headquarters for all Brisbane Valley protein’s operations. The modest, 100sq
metre building will retain a rural flavour.
SUB AREA 5 - Intensive Livestock Production (see Masterplan)
For a poultry processing plant to operate it requires convenient access to commercial
numbers of quality birds. The closer the farms are to the plant the less stress on the birds.
This site will allow for the expansion of bird numbers to accommodate anticipated
increased demand from the processing plant. The farms could be RSPCA or free range
depending on market requirements. The farm has been situated so as to be shielded from
view from the Highway and will be accessed from a private road to minimise local traffic
disruption.
SUB AREA 6 - Intensive Livestock Production (see plans Masterplan)
Consistent with sub area 5, this site will host an RSPCA poultry farm, subject to an earlier
application. The focus of this farm will be supplying birds for the export-accredited poultry
plant. It will also be accessed by a private road.
SUB AREA 7 - Cattle Grazing and Future Research (see Masterplan)
This site will host part of Brisbane Valley Protein’s cattle growing business as well as being
strategic for future livestock and food production research and development.
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THE MASTERPLAN IS DIVIDED INTO THE FOLLOWING SUB AREAS
SUB AREA 8 - Eco Cabins and Tourism (see Ecocabin Concept Sketch 1.0)
It is anticipated that this site will be one of the later stages to be developed. The site is
positioned on top of the hill and perfectly positioned to capture expansive 360 degree
views, taking in the Scenic Rim, Border, Great Diving and Daigular ranges. A small number of
eco cottages would accommodate visitors to the region and compliment the food tourism
aspects of the precinct.
SUB AREA 9 - Future Tertiary Facility Focused on Food Production Training
(see Masterplan)
This will also be one of the later stages to proceed and will be subject to extensive due
diligence and a full impact assessable development application. The purpose behind the
Brisbane Valley Protein training initiative is to give trainees exposure to all parts of the food
production chain – from incubation of chicks, to processing meat, packaging, cooking and
exporting. The tertiary facility, ideally situated off the highway would represent the
evolution of this.
SUB AREA 10 - The precinct vision has captured the imaginations of many
people - including our neighbours (see Masterplan)
This block would facilitate a local entrepreneur, establishing a facility to allow for the
continued development of an exciting innovation in healthy food production.
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VISITOR AND
TOURIST FACILITIES
A suite of visitor
experiences is proposed
for the BVPP, including
a food hospitality area
(unique in south east
Queensland) to
showcase local, quality
produce from the
Somerset and Lockyer
regions, a bistro and
function centre and eco
cottages for overnight
stays.
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COMMUNITY AND STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT
Support for the project, particularly the projected boost to employment, training and food-
based tourism, has grown since the concept was first presented to a full meeting of the
Somerset Regional Council in November 2013.
The enthusiastic response of Council at that meeting was a catalyst for three-year journey
which has included:
The engagement of experienced regional town planners TJ Kelly Surveys to oversee the
planning process.
(Attachment: Plan of Development and Planning Report)
The Department of Planning and Infrastructure acknowledge with the BVPP vision and
liaise with Somerset Regional Council to recognise the proposal in the new Planning
Scheme as part of the Coominya Food Production Investigation Area.
12 months of environmental modelling - including the odour modelling of 190 different
scenarios on the 1100 hectare site - to ensure the master plan has been informed by
environmental considerations.
(Attachment: List of reports and consultants)
Multiple engagements with senior government and agency officials to ensure the state
government and associated agencies such as Seqwater were informed and consulted.
(Attachment: Community and Stakeholder Engagement Report)
Continuous consultation with neighbours, and a community and stakeholder engagement
program to liaise with a suite of local area stakeholders.
(Attachment: Community and Stakeholder Engagement Report)
A commitment to ongoing environmental management, including the staged rehabilitation
of Spring Creek.
(Attachment: Ecological Report and Landscape Plan)
Strong links forged with local high schools, including Lowood High School, to co-create
training pathways that will secure training opportunities for future generations.
The conception of a food hospitality area that will be unique to the south east in terms of
showcasing local produce from the Somerset and Lockyer regions, a bistro and function
centre and eco cottages.
Collaboration with Brisbane Valley Rail Trail proponents to ensure BVPP becomes a
drawcard for people considering riding the trail.
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NEED MORE INFORMATION?
Where can I find more information?
Managing director, Duncan Brown is happy to speak to you further about any issue on the
details below. The formal process requires advertising but BVPP are very keen to continue
the meetings that started over 12 months ago. To make an appointment with Duncan
please email [email protected].
Is it consistent with the planning scheme?
The draft scheme for the area allows for a large food production precinct to occur. Under
the Sustainable Planning Act, BVPP is allowed to lodge an application before the scheme is
formally approved by the State Government. This is why the application describes an intent
to override the current scheme. BVPP are moving ahead with the community intent to see
a precinct developed so we can work in partnership with the Council and the Community.
Will the planned development compromise the rural flavour of the area?
More than 12 months of environmental modelling has gone into developing a masterplan
that maintains the rural aesthetic and character. Livestock production and processing are
very much in line with the Somerset Regional Council’s strategic framework. The tourism
areas have been designed by award winning architect Jim Gall, whose specialises in
regional developments that compliment the environment. Driving past the BVPP land, you
will hardly notice any of the infrastructure, in fact less than 6% of the land will have
buildings on it if the entire project goes ahead. This is about maximising jobs and
minimising environmental impacts.
Will there be much vegetation cleared for the development?
No. Most of the clearing was done well over a decade ago. Sites have been specifically
chosen based on vegetation density. In fact, we are confident there will be a net vegetation
increase of at least 30% by the time the project is completed.
Why are there so many lots?
BVPP has spoken to all the adjoining properties and many of the neighbours want to be
part of the journey. This allows the planning process to adequately assess the impacts on
people in the area and for designs to be put forward that address any impacts.
Will the project create jobs for the area?
If all stages go ahead (see schedule below), we believe well over 300 people will be
employed by BVPP, which would make it one of the biggest employers in the area.
What are the steps in the process?
The formal process is to lodge with the Council and relevant State departments. This
process will see further questions asked and once BVPP responds a formal community
submission process commences. We will address these responses after the close and if
needs be change the design to accommodate reasonable requests. All the information is
then given to the Council and State for a decision. The whole process can be over 6 months
and BVPP has worked very hard to provide as much information as possible.
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BVPP ANTICIPATED SCHEDULE OF WORKS
(Please note this schedule is subject to planning approvals and finance)
STAGE 1 - 2017-2018
Generating cash flow for future stages
• Commence work on internal road coming off Coominya Connection Rd opposite
Green Mountain processing plant for RSPCA poultry farm. Precinct 2, 5, 6.
• Poultry Farm construction commences. Precinct 6.
• Quail hatchery, breeding and growing sheds construction commences. Precinct 4.
• Quail processing plant construction commences. Precinct 4.
• BVPP office construction commences. Precinct 4.
• Construction commences on BVPP training hub. Precinct 4.
• Market and Community Garden construction commences. Precinct 1.
• Stage 1 of Spring Creek rehabilitation program.
STAGE 2 - 2018-2020
Possible because of cash flow from stage
• Construction commences on stage 1 of roadhouse (diner and fuel). Precinct 3.
• Construction commences on boat storage facility. Precinct 3.
• Construction commences on Food Hospitality Hub including . Precinct 1.
• Stage 2 of Spring Creek rehabilitation program.
STAGE 3 - 2020-2022
Possible as export demand for BVPP product builds
• Construction commences on second poultry farm. Precinct 5.
• Construction commences on export abattoir. Precinct 2.
• Complete Spring Creek rehabilitation program.
STAGE 4 - 2022-2025
Culmination of evolving food production training
• Construction commences on future food production tertiary facility.