Category: Important

  • Bullying Tactics and Decade-Old Data: A Night of Defiance at City of Darwin

    Bullying Tactics and Decade-Old Data: A Night of Defiance at City of Darwin

    Wednesday, February 25, 2026 The battle for the future of Lee Point reached a fever pitch at the City of Darwin on Tuesday night, as community members were met with a combination of procedural “bullying” from the Chair and a stunningly outdated presentation from Defence Housing Australia (DHA). The “Classroom” Forum: A Breakdown in Democracy…

  • Volunteer Opportunity: Digital Advocacy & Community Growth

    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…

  • 4 Lindsay Street

    4 Lindsay Street

    COMMUNITY ALERT: 4 Lindsay Street – A Case of “Planning Retreat” by Stealth? Proposal: 75 Serviced Apartments in a 9-Storey Building Location: Lot 1462 (4) Lindsay Street, Town of Darwin PLan: the Planning Action Network Inc. has formally lodged a submission of objection against the proposed development at 4 Lindsay Street. While we welcome the…

  • Kulaluk Update Feb 2026

    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…

  • Heritage Listing of the Esplanade.

    Heritage Listing of the Esplanade.

    The Heritage Council has resolved to invite submissions on the heritage significance of The Esplanade and whether it should be permanently declared a Heritage Place. SUBMISSIONS CLOSE 1 JANUARY 2026 – HAVE YOUR SAY!BackgroundThis is the second time the Heritage Council has sought public submissions on the heritage significance of The Esplanade. The first process…

  • 213 DICK WARD DRIVE LUDMILLA

    213 DICK WARD DRIVE LUDMILLA

    Exhibition Period: Friday, 21 November 2025 – Midnight Friday, 19 December 2025 Address: Lot 05182 Town of Darwin 213 DICK WARD DR LUDMILLA Current Zones: MZ (Multi Zone) Proposed Development: Mixed use development comprising shops, restaurants and a service station in 3 x 1 storey buildings and an amended masterplan for specific use zone SD37…

  • Asti Motel site is back – 2025

    Asti Motel site is back – 2025

    Public Submission: PA2025/0247 – Amendments to DP24/0010 Closing Midnight Friday, 12 September 2025 To: Development Assessment ServicesSubject: Public Submission on PA2025/0247 – Objection due to Outdated Supporting Material We respectfully submit this correspondence as a formal public submission regarding PA2025/0247, amending development permit DP24/0010. 1. Fragmented and Outdated Documentation The applicant relies heavily on supplementary…

  • Support Heritage Listing of the Darwin Esplanade

    Support Heritage Listing of the Darwin Esplanade

    Make Your Voice Heard: Support Heritage Listing of the Darwin Esplanade ✅ Sign the petition to support the full heritage listing of the Esplanade: support the full heritage listing of the Esplanade The NT Heritage Council is currently reconsidering the full heritage listing of the Darwin Esplanade, following a 2023 NT Supreme Court decision that…

  • Protect Community Land: Ensure Transparency, Accountability, and Public Benefit

    Protect Community Land: Ensure Transparency, Accountability, and Public Benefit

    Update 7/9/25 – It’s been finally confirmed the 7 Waratah Crescent development has been scrapped – for the time being !  🟡 Public Hearing DetailsPlease come to the public hearing for the Proposed Planning Scheme Amendment — PA2024/0408 — seeking to rezone Lot 11258 (7) Waratah Crescent, Fannie Bay from Zone MR (Medium Density Residential) to…

  • Membership & Donations

    PLan is an incorporated voluntary organization working towards a better living environment. Our Financial year is from 1 July to 30 June each year. Membership is only $25 per year. 2025 year now open – renew or join now and receive membership to the middle of year 2026.   Donations are always welcome if you…