The National Growth Areas Alliance advocates at the Federal Government level for a stronger focus on the needs of Australia’s fast-growing outer suburbs, home to more than 5 million people.
The Alliance’s member councils are calling for dedicated funding for critical infrastructure and services for outer growth areas, and for all levels of government to commit to assisting outer metropolitan growth areas reach their full potential.
Nov
NGAA Parliament House Event 2024
Thursday 21 November 2024, 9.30-11.00am
Mural Hall, Parliament House, Canberra
Nov
NGAA Members’ meeting and workshop
Thursday 21 November 2024, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Old Parliament House, Canberra
Funding for Improved Public and Active Transport Needs to be Prioritised
24 . 07 . 2024In light of the Climate Council’s recent report, ‘Next Stop Suburbia: Making Shared Transport Work for Everyone in Aussie Cities’, it is clear we need to address the growing demand for improved public and active transport in Australia’s fastest-growing outer cities and suburbs. The daily struggle of residents in these areas is a stark reminder that funding for public and active transport must be prioritised to ensure sustainable growth and improved quality of life.
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Advocacy Victory: New National Policy to Improve Mobile Coverage in Housing Growth Areas
15 . 07 . 2024Our submission on the Telecommunications in New Developments (TiND) policy has successfully informed national principles that will improve mobile connectivity in new developments and growth areas.
Developed by the Mobile Telecommunications Working Group established by the Minister for Communications, the Hon Michelle Rowland MP, the principles will ensure larger telecommunications infrastructure is included in the planning process for new developments and growth areas.
Case study: Penrith City Council's Implementation of Novoplan
08 . 07 . 2024Penrith City Council sought a more efficient way to manage development contributions. They found the perfect solution in Novoplan’s software, which streamlined management and improved financial oversight, efficiency, compliance, and transparency.
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