I have released the Eastern Broadacre discussion paper which explores the possibility of creating an employment corridor extending from the Majura Valley to Symonston and Hume.
The possibility of creating an employment corridor in the area was first identified in Canberra’s Spatial Plan and later explored through the Eastern Broadacre Planning Study. That study identified areas that might be suitable for future development for industrial uses and those which should be set aside for other needs, including biodiversity conservation.
The release of this discussion paper marks the beginning of consultation on the new Eastern Broadacre project, which will help Canberra meet demands for industry and employment into the middle of the century and beyond. Even though it’s a long way off, it’s important we plan now for future employment needs, economic growth and for our environment.
By planning now, we can meet community needs and expectations for this land. We can use the land appropriately and put the necessary infrastructure and services in place well in advance.
The discussion paper identifies several areas that could be developed to create employment in areas such as light industry and warehousing, freight forwarding and logistics, and emerging innovative industries.
Some areas would be put aside for biodiversity conservation, defence, agriculture, recreation and tourism. For example, Pialligo has been identified as an area that will not be developed for employment purposes. Instead, a master plan will be prepared for the area. This work, to be done in consultation with the community, will take place in 2011.
This is a great opportunity for the community to influence the development of this integral part of Canberra’s future.
No decisions have been made, so we encourage anyone with an interest in Canberra’s development to look at the discussion paper and give feedback. All comments will be considered before the next phase of planning starts.
Community consultation will also take the form of public drop-in sessions being held in August.
Authorised by A.Barr, Australian Labor Party (ACT Branch), 21 Torrens Street, Braddon, 2612. Site by Kudasai
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