Councils risk being stripped of their responsibilities if they don’t speed up land division assessments.
Category: Planning
Housing analytics lab to provide advice
The new University of NSW-based lab will provide evidence-driven solutions to national housing problems.
Aerotropolis delays see more power handed to infrastructure chief
The role of the state’s infrastructure chief has been exanded amid concerns about delays to the western Sydney Aerotropolis.
NSW releases housing targets for 43 councils, eastern LGAs to carry onus
NSW has released carrots and sticks to get 43 councils to build more housing.
Interim Games post for former Sunshine Coast CEO
Emma Thomas has been appointed as the Interim CEO of the body tasked with delivering venues for the Brisbane Olympics.
SA Uni develops place making guide for councils
The university of South Australia has developed a guide to help local councils develop quality public spaces.
Planning policies and book bans: NSW councils clash with state
Councils have faced off with the NSW government over planning changes and library policy.
Research finds disconnect between apartment growth, transport
Research shows apartment growth in in Melbourne is outstripping growth in public transport.
Research suggests urban green spaces more beneficial than thought
Reserachers have found another good reason to build more parks.
Resource to guide decision makers in turf wars
The NSW government has released draft guidelines on the use of synthetic turf in public open spaces for feedback.