Author: PLan
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Limits to public scrutiny in the Northern Territory planning system
There are clear limits to public scrutiny in the Northern Territory planning system. Despite Minister Burgoyne’s claim that the Planning Act 1999 contains “robust provisions for public consultation and input”, recent experience suggests that this is not how the system operates in practice. Key risks and objections can be raised by the community, yet still…
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PA2025/0161 – Lot 4806 (133) Bagot Road – Protecting Our Community: The 133 Bagot Road Rezoning Proposal
The Proposal: A New Commercial Hub on Community Land An application has been submitted to rezone a 5.0-hectare portion of Lot 4806 (133 Bagot Road) from Zone CL (Community Living) to Zone C (Commercial). The proponent, June D’Rozario & Associates, envisions a 10,650 m² commercial development featuring a major supermarket, service station, fast-food outlets, and…
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URGENT: Call for Senate Inquiry into $400M Lee Point Housing Project
By PLan: the Planning Action Network Inc. | March 27, 2026 The future of Darwin’s last major wildlife corridor is at a breaking point. Despite overwhelming community opposition and significant cultural concerns from Larrakia Traditional Owners, Defence Housing Australia (DHA) is preparing to restart clearing works at Lee Point in April 2026. PLan is calling…
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The Planning Prince: Tackling Darwin’s Dead Spots.
In a recent interview with ABC Radio Darwin’s Jess Ong, PLan Convener Nick Kirlew addressed a growing concern for residents and visitors alike: the long-term vacant lots and “pits” scattered across the CBD. From the infamous “big hole” on Mitchell Street to the 24-year-old Asti Motel site on Smith Street, these stagnant spaces are more…
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PLan’s Meetings
PLan meetings are held on the first Thursday of every month. 4:30pm at Justine Davies Community Office, Bagot Road Millner. Next Meeting is Thursday 5th March 2026. All welcome.
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Volunteer Opportunity: Digital Advocacy & Community Growth
Organization: PLan: the Planning Action Network Inc. Location: Darwin / Remote (Flexible) Project Theme: Power in Numbers About the Role: PLan has been the community’s planning watchdog in Darwin for over 30 years. From protecting the Ludmilla bush block to advocating for heritage at 4 Lindsay Street, we know that our influence is directly tied…
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Kulaluk Update Feb 2026
At time of writing we are getting close to the hearing for PA2025/0441Bagot Road Masterplan variation and DA Stage 1 Below are documents that have been made available. Some random comments: I would point out that the quality of the application and subsequent comments are of a less than convincing manner. The use of a…
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City of Darwin Public Forum 27 Jan 2026
City of Darwin Public Forum About 40 vocal community members attended the 27/01/2026 City of Darwin public forum held just before the Ordinary Council Meeting and raised serious concerns about the Lee Point development, including erosion and stormwater impacts already being observed, worsening traffic congestion, and the risk that Council and ratepayers may inherit significant…
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Darwin Surf Life Saving Club
SUBMISSIONPlanning Scheme Amendment PA2025/0395Proposed Rezoning of Lot 12719(A), Town of NightcliffDarwin Surf Life Saving Club Purpose of submission This submission objects to Planning Scheme Amendment PA2025/0395, which proposes to rezone Lot 12719(A), Town of Nightcliff from Conservation (CN) to Organised Recreation (OR). Loss of Conservation zoning The proposed rezoning represents a permanent reduction in statutory…
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Have your say on infill development in the Territory
Keep an eye on the numbers at this link: https://haveyoursay.nt.gov.au/infill-development-and-subdivision-across-the-territory?tool=survey_tool&tool_id=survey-your-views#tool_tab