Tag: Urban Development and Planning
ACT building approvals follow falling consumer confidence
Figures show there has been a massive slump in building approvals in the ACT.[MORE]
High-rises flagged along Sydney metro
The New South Wales Government has endorsed the building of high-density developments around rail stations in Sydney's inner west if a new metro line goes ahead.[MORE]
NSW Govt denies high-rise metro plan
The New South Wales Government has denied reports it has begun planning high-rise developments around the proposed metro rail line for Sydney's inner west.[MORE]
Shire growth dependent on land release approval: Port Stephens Mayor
The Port Stephens Mayor says the shire's future growth will be hindered if the New South Wales Planning Minister continues stalling rezoning plans for three large land release areas.[MORE]
Dome restoration for Adelaide Arcade
Adelaide Arcade will be repaired with support from a State Government heritage grant.[MORE]
Adult shop ban near schools, churches 'pointless'
The national body for adult retailers says new restrictions on Queensland adult shops are pointless. [MORE]
State Govt funds project to repair rail vandalism
The New South Wales Government has set aside $1 million to repair damage by vandals along the Illawarra rail corridor.[MORE]
Adult shops to be banned near schools, churches
New adult shops in Queensland will be banned near schools and churches.[MORE]
Doubts over swim centre project
A private company has walked away from an agreement to manage the proposed state aquatic centre at Marion and there are concerns that the economic slowdown may cause further delays.[MORE]
Vic Twelve Apostles trail could create 50 new jobs
A recreational trail planned for the Twelve Apostles could create about 50 new jobs.[MORE]
Proposed Civic Hall developers submit revised plan
The proposed developers of Ballarat's Civic Hall have submitted a revised financial plan to the Ballarat Council.[MORE]
Kondinin Shire hopes for sewerage scheme funding
The Shire of Kondinin is optimistic the Western Australian Government will provide the financial assistance it needs to establish a new sewerage scheme.[MORE]
Council hopes for resolution over State Battery building
Western Australia's Heritage Council hopes a visit to Sandstone, to meet with shire representatives will help resolve a deadlock over the future of a heritage-listed building.[MORE]
Vic national park declarations spark job loss fears
There is concern about jobs in some New South Wales border towns with Victoria's decision to declare four Murray redgum forests as national parks.[MORE]
Forbes hang gliding competition enticing more entrants
The Forbes Flatlands Hang Gliding Championships has been expanded this year to entice more entrants.[MORE]
Nyngan moves to boost tourism with road signs
Tourism signs on roads into Nyngan, north-west of Dubbo, are set to be upgraded to encourage more people to stop and shop in the town.[MORE]
High-voltage power line project on track
The project to erect a high-voltage power line between Wollar and Wellington has reached the halfway mark.[MORE]
Council seeks Federal funding for sporting facilities upgrade
The Mid Western Regional Council is seeking Federal Government funding to help pay for an overhaul of Mudgee's sporting facilities.[MORE]
Calls for local councils to be given power to approve wind farms
The state member for Burrinjuck, in central west NSW says the power to approve wind farm developments should be returned to local councils.[MORE]
Harbour Bridge e-tag alternatives offered to country drivers
Driving to the south side of Sydney from the New South Wales north coast will become more complex, with the Harbour Bridge set to go cashless.[MORE]
Glenelg bridge makes short list
A bridge in poor condition over the Patawalonga at Glenelg North has made the short list for money from the Infrastructure Australia fund.[MORE]
Wagga McDonald's cans 24 hour trading plan
The owner of the Wagga Wagga McDonald's stores says he has addressed residents' concerns about trading hours by keeping the status quo.[MORE]
Eurobodalla receive wind turbine application
The Eurobodalla Shire Council has received a development application for what could be the shire's first wind turbine.[MORE]
Dirt bike track for Coonabarabran
The Warrumbungle Shire Council has approved plans for a large dirt bike complex near Coonabarabran.[MORE]
Security upgrade considered after headfirst fall
There are calls for extra security at Newcastle's old post office, after a 23-year-old man was critically injured when he fell from its roof yesterday morning.[MORE]
