Next stage of Manuka oval revamp surfaces
from Canberra Chronicle 23 July 2013 Work has begun on the next phase of the redevelopment of Manuka Oval, starting with the replacement of the playing surface. More…
Category: Issues
The ISCCC takes on matters on behalf of its Member Groups that impact on the inner south Canberra area.
Safe to cross until underpass
from Chronicle 4 June 2013 The National Capital Authority has begun installing a new crossing point at Bowen Place to allow for the construction of a permanent underpass next year. More…
Asbestos find on island
from Chronicle 4 June 2013 Environmental control measures are being implemented to reduce health risks from asbestos contaminated material found on part of the Kingston Foreshore Island. More…
Unit plans spark concern
From Chronicle 21 May 2013 Plans to redevelop a former service station site have Narrabundah residents concerned about the loss of commercial opportunities. More…
Outcry over broken planning rules
From the ABC 21 May 2013 Residents, planners and engineers are calling for changes to ACT laws that allow developments which defy planning regulations.
Paid parking in the Parliamentary Triangle
The Australian Government announced, as part of the 2013-14 Budget, that pay parking will be introduced on National Land in Parkes, Barton, Russell and Acton. Pay parking in these areas will commence on 1 July 2014 to assist with ongoing parking management on National Land.
Brumbies housing project approved
From ABC News 5 April 2013 The ACT Government has approved a controversial proposal by the Brumbies Super Rugby club for a 131 housing unit project on the site of the training headquarters.
Brumbies win at what cost?
From Canberra Times 6 April 2013 Brumbies chief executive Andrew Fagan can be well pleased with Simon Corbell’s decision to use his ministerial call-in powers to approve a development application by the club to build a large apartment complex in Griffith. Final approval for the DA had been more or…
Residents upset at Brumbies approval
from Canberra Times 5 April 2013 A residents group says it is a disgrace that Sustainable Development Minister Simon Corbell has used his call-in power to approve the Brumbies’ controversial 131-unit development at Griffith.
Duplex’s razing leaves cul-de-sac in fear
From Canberra Times 4 April 2013 The Great Depression brought the first duplex homes to Canberra, followed by another surge after World War II. Today their wide, two-storey frames define many of Canberra’s older streetscapes, now nicer or nastier depending on their additions and alterations. Demolition of one half of…
Parking for those on the ball
From City Chronicle 5 March 2013 With the first Canberra AFL game of 2013 just days away, the ACT Government is calling on sports fans not to park their cars illegally around the ground. More…