By Sonia Isaacs
ALDI has applied to Sunshine Coast Council for a significant relaxation of night-time delivery limits at its Beerwah supermarket, in a move the retailer says is necessary to keep shelves stocked and meet modern supply-chain demands.
The minor change application, lodged on November 21, 2025 by Project Urban, proposes allowing one delivery per hour between 10pm and 6am. The store is currently limited to a single overnight delivery under its existing approval conditions.
Project Urban’s submission argues the additional flexibility would help Aldi respond to high demand for fresh and perishable goods, ensure product availability during peak trading periods and avoid daytime congestion in the loading dock area.
To address concerns regarding potential noise impacts on nearby residents, the application included a comprehensive Noise Impact Assessment undertaken by ATP Consulting Engineers. The results found the proposed increase would “not cause unreasonable noise” and would remain compliant with the Environmental Protection (Noise) Policy 2019 and relevant nuisance provisions under the Sunshine Coast Planning Scheme 2014. Engineers concluded that existing acoustic treatments particularly a three-metre-high noise barrier fence and the building’s physical structure already provide effective screening that limits sound reaching surrounding homes.
Additional mitigation measures outlined in the proposal include the use of quiet floor trailers, disabling reverse beepers at night, and relying on CCTV for manoeuvring within the loading area.
The application also notes the original 2012 approval was issued under the former ‘outdated’ Caloundra City Plan 2004, and argues the current planning scheme better reflects contemporary standards, regional growth and operational realities for large-format retail.
While Aldi declined to provide an official comment, it is understood the retailer intends to maintain its practice of utilising limited overnight delivery, despite seeking the broader delivery window.
As the proposal is classed as a minor change and does not introduce new impacts, no public notification is required. Sunshine Coast Council is now assessing the application.
