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Tag: development
VIC maternal health, public libraries eroded by rate caps
Councils warn of critical funding shortfalls.
Auburn Council suspended, dodgy deals investigated
Council administrator appointed by NSW government.
Key Newcastle site up for grabs again
Empire Hotel site to be redeveloped.
Three tiers of government clash over population growth
Planning reform for redevelopment.
Positions splinter on NSW planning overhaul
By Paul Hemsley and Julian Bajkowski Extensive changes to planning and development laws proposed by the New South Wales government have produced widely divergent positions among key stakeholders in the…
NSW government puts council decision-making powers at risk
By Staff Writers Drastic changes to New South Wales planning laws have been tipped to slash the amount of time councils have to make decisions about crucial development matters within…
Lake Macquarie Council gives builders online option
By Lilia Guan Lake Macquarie City Council is offering builders access to an online service for booking building inspections. The council’s manager development assessment and compliance, Steve Brown said…
Ku-ring-gai demands planning and development action
Ku-ring-gai Council has written to State Coalition leader Barry O’Farrell and other political leaders seeking swift action on a range of planning and development issues following the March 26 election….
Burke and Crean take on future planning
By Angela Dorizas Councils and developers have welcomed the appointment of Simon Crean and Tony Burke to the two portfolios critical to future planning. Prime Minister Julia Gillard announced over…