Archive for user: Catherine Carter
The ACT Government has announced that it will soon invite organisations to register their interest in designing and building both the office block proposed for Gungahlin and the one proposed for Civic.
Catherine Carter |
Tuesday, 30 August 2011 2:30 PM |
Those who have recently accused the property sector of ‘rent seeking’ are doing no more than creating a ‘straw man’. This accusation deserves further evaluation.
Catherine Carter |
Tuesday, 9 August 2011 2:00 PM |
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Important details on new tax on residential housing in the Territory, to be introduced on 1 July 2011 as part of the 2012 Budget, need to be made publicly available as a matter of urgency according to the Property Council.
Catherine Carter |
Friday, 10 June 2011 9:00 AM |
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The ABS population forecast released earlier this month have stimulated discussion, especially on increasing density in the ACT’s existing built areas.
Catherine Carter |
Thursday, 14 April 2011 8:00 AM |
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According to projections, Canberra's population will reach 450,000 by 2030.
Catherine Carter |
Tuesday, 22 March 2011 12:30 AM |
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Last week's ACT Population Symposium featured lively discussion and a full range of views on our ideal population level from the delegates.
Catherine Carter |
Monday, 21 February 2011 7:00 AM |
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ACT Treasurer, Katy Gallagher, has promised a mini Henry style review of tax – an excellent idea, especially for the property sector.
Catherine Carter |
Thursday, 26 August 2010 1:14 PM |
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During election time, we have a right to ask our politicians what they are planning to do with the built environment to make it economically and ecologically sustainable.
Catherine Carter |
Monday, 9 August 2010 1:00 AM |
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The ACT Government's infrastructure plan contains details about capital works programs being rolled in coming years, but not much else in terms of a long-term infrastructure plan for our city.
Catherine Carter |
Friday, 4 June 2010 12:01 AM |
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Action taken by ACT Chief Minister in lobbying for the introduction of paid parking in the Parliamentary zone is welcome news.
Catherine Carter |
Tuesday, 20 April 2010 12:01 AM |
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We need to have a serious debate on growth in the ACT.
Catherine Carter |
Tuesday, 30 March 2010 1:00 AM |
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A bold new action plan from the Property Council outlines a vision for Canberra’s future.
Catherine Carter |
Thursday, 18 March 2010 2:13 PM |
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There has been much media comment in recent weeks about the draft Greater Canberra City Area Action Plan launched recently.
Catherine Carter |
Friday, 26 February 2010 8:54 AM |
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Last November the Federal Government announced its mandatory disclosure scheme to improve the energy efficiency of commercial office buildings. The scheme is due to start in the second half of this year .....
Catherine Carter |
Thursday, 4 February 2010 4:01 PM |
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This month's COAG meeting agreed that all states and territories would by 2012 have capital city strategic plans that meet national criteria.
Catherine Carter |
Tuesday, 15 December 2009 12:01 AM |
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The Prime Minister's focus on infrastructure investment supporting Australia's future growth provides a golden opportunity for Canberra.
Catherine Carter |
Monday, 16 November 2009 12:01 AM |
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Canberra needs a holistic and long-term strategic infrastructure plan to sustain future population increases.
Catherine Carter |
Thursday, 29 October 2009 12:01 AM |
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The ACT is in a wonderful position to set the pace for the rest of the nation as Australia's population grows.
Catherine Carter |
Thursday, 24 September 2009 12:01 AM |
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The second annual "Switch to Green" expo to be held in Canberra will offer practical sessions and demonstrations on everything "green".
Catherine Carter |
Friday, 28 August 2009 12:01 AM |
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Coping with an increasing population means providing extra housing and infrastructure as well as tackling the problem of getting people to-and-from their homes, jobs and schools.
Catherine Carter |
Friday, 31 July 2009 12:01 AM |
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It’s high time steps are taken to ensure Australia’s capital is never again seen as a “cemetery with lights” or the “ruin of a good sheep station”.
Catherine Carter |
Monday, 20 July 2009 12:01 AM |
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Compliance with provisions of the amended Unit Titles Amendment Act will be labour intensive and difficult for unit owners, sellers and developers alike.
Catherine Carter |
Friday, 5 June 2009 12:01 AM |
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The recent ACT Budget clearly focused on providing direct economic stimulus, but there are concerns about the Territory's financial position.
Catherine Carter |
Tuesday, 26 May 2009 1:31 PM |
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CANBERRA got some welcome news when the ACT Government promised $12 million for upgrades to the mid-city precinct.
Catherine Carter |
Monday, 11 May 2009 5:38 PM |
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Light rail can be a pleasant and effective mode of transport if it is properly integrated with existing transport modes.
Catherine Carter |
Thursday, 23 April 2009 6:00 AM |
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THE focus of the upcoming ACT Budget needs to be sharp, clear and responsive to protect the Territory from the current economic downturn.
Catherine Carter |
Thursday, 9 April 2009 6:00 AM |
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Assertions that property developers want a free-for all with respect to planning is clearly nonsense.
Catherine Carter |
Monday, 23 March 2009 9:00 AM |
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Growing office vacancies in Canberra, as major Commonwealth tenants move to A Grade buildings, raises the question of what to do with older B and C buildings?
Catherine Carter |
Friday, 6 March 2009 6:00 AM |
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