To preserve and improve the social, cultural, economic and environmental well being of Inner South Canberra and the Inner South Canberra Community.

Letter to NCA re Hume Circle Precinct and Initial Submission on draft amendment 102

The ISCCC has sent a letter to the NCA providing an initial submission on draft amendment 102. This has also been copied to Kurrajong MLAs including the Chief Minister, Minister for Planning Mr Chris Steel, to Ms Alicia Payne MP, and to Ms Kristy McBain, Commonwealth Minister for the Territories.

Hume Circle-latest developments

On the 5th January the National Capital Authority released Draft Amendment 102 – Hume Circle Precinct, under which it proposes to take over planning control from the Territory and rezone to allow for 15 storey development. The closing date for providing input during the consultation period has been extended from 3 February to 17 February. An ePetition is available for you to consider signing.

National Capital Plan Draft Amendment 102 – Hume Circle Precinct | National Capital Authority

Inner South residents, the school community and business people should be aware of this proposal for high rise developments around Hume Circle, the roundabout near Fyshwick market.  The NCA’s deadline for comment is 3 February.  We have asked for an extension in view of the very limited time allowed for consultation.

Forrest Residents Group Submission TO ENVIRONMENT & PLANNING COMMITTEE INQUIRY INTO: DPA-B Forrest Section 19 Blocks 5, 6, 9, 11 and 12

The Standing Committee on Environment and Planning,  has formally accepted the Forrest Residents Group submission to the Inquiry into DPA-B Forrest Section 19 Blocks 5, 6, 9,11 and 12.and authorised it for publication.

Save the date Public Forum and AGM 24 Nov 25 – ACT’S FINANCIAL SITUATION- WHERE ARE WE HEADING AND WHY?

With Guest Speaker Dr Khalid Ahmed, a former senior ACT Treasury Official. He is a regular contributor to public analysis and debate on ACT financial matters, including through a series of articles in the City News, co written with former Chief Minister Jon Stanhope.