Here are are the recent posts.
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The Planning Prince: Tackling Darwin’s Dead Spots.
Read more: 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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URGENT: PLan Demands Reconvening of Ludmilla DCA Hearing Following Intimidation and Procedural Failures
Read more: URGENT: PLan Demands Reconvening of Ludmilla DCA Hearing Following Intimidation and Procedural FailuresDARWIN — Sunday, 8 March 2026 PLan: the Planning Action Network Inc. has formally requested that the Development Consent Authority (DCA) reconvene the hearing for PA2025/0441 (Ludmilla Bush Block), following a total collapse of procedural fairness at the public hearing held on Friday, 6 March. The hearing was prematurely terminated and the public gallery evicted,…
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PLan’s Meetings
Read more: PLan’s MeetingsPLan 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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Bullying Tactics and Decade-Old Data: A Night of Defiance at City of Darwin
Read more: Bullying Tactics and Decade-Old Data: A Night of Defiance at City of DarwinWednesday, 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night, as community members were met with a combination of procedural “bullying” from the Chair and a stunningly outdated presentation from Defence Housing Australia (DHA).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…
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Volunteer Opportunity: Digital Advocacy & Community Growth
Read more: Volunteer Opportunity: Digital Advocacy & Community GrowthOrganization: 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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4 Lindsay Street
Read more: 4 Lindsay StreetCOMMUNITY 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…
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Kulaluk Update Feb 2026
Read more: Kulaluk Update Feb 2026At 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
Read more: City of Darwin Public Forum 27 Jan 2026City 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
Read more: Darwin Surf Life Saving ClubSUBMISSIONPlanning 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
Read more: Have your say on infill development in the TerritoryKeep 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