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Invitations to comment
Have your say on the future of public transport
in the ACT
Given the ACT Government’s long-term vision for the city and its growth,
what must we do to achieve our sustainability goals as they relate to
public transport?
The ACT Government is developing the Sustainable Transport Action Plan
2010-2016 to help meet the sustainable transport targets set out in the Sustainable
Transport Plan (2004). A key element of the Sustainable Transport Action Plan
2010-2016 will be the Public Transport Strategy.
The Government is seeking public comment on the geography of a public transport
network for 2031 by releasing the Strategic Public Transport Network Plan. The long
term ‘frequent network’ proposed by the Plan features a strong ‘backbone’ network
of services running every 15 minutes or better, seven days a week. Lower density
suburbs would continue to be served by ‘coverage’ services, which would link to the
frequent network to allow for cross-city travel.
We encourage you to have your say about the future of public transport and the
proposals of the Plan by visiting www.sustainabletransport.act.gov.au/pt
and completing the online survey. You may also wish to join the lively discussion
about transport issues for the ACT on the public forums at “Bang the Table” –
see www.bangthetable.com/acttransportplan
Hard copies of the survey, the Plan and its Executive Summary are available at
ACT Government Shopfronts and ACT Public Libraries.
For further information please contact Canberra Connect on 13 22 81.
Review of the Human Rights Act 2004
The ACT Government is seeking feedback on the operation of the ACT Human Rights
Act 2004. The Department of Justice and Community Safety is seeking submissions
from individuals and interested organisations on the following.
Recommendations made by the independent ACT Human Rights Act Research
Project (ACTHRA). The Research Project report can be viewed online at
www.jcs.act.gov.au/eLibrary/otherReports.html
Input into the debate on protecting economic, social and cultural rights including
comment on the nature of the protection, the scope of the rights protected and
possible economic impacts. Further discussion on economic, social and cultural
rights can be found in the Twelve Month Review of the Human Rights Act 2004 at
http://www.jcs.act.gov.au/HumanRightsAct/Publications/twelve_month_review
Any other matter in relation to possible legislative and other reforms to improve the
operation of the Human Rights Act 2004 as an effective legal mechanism for
the protection of human rights.
Written submissions can be sent electronically to JACSScrutinyTeam@act.gov.au
or by post to:
Human Rights Act Review
Department of Justice and Community Safety
GPO BOX 158
Canberra ACT 2601
Submissions are due by Monday 12 October 2009.
All submissions will be made publicly available, unless otherwise requested. A
covering letter must include contact details and an acknowledgment that the
submission will be made publicly available or a request that this not occur. Personal
information will be removed from any submission that is made publicly available.
For further information contact Rachael Taylor through Canberra Connect on
13 22 81 or email JACSScrutinyteam@act.gov.au
Temporary Road Closures
Notice is hereby given pursuant to Section 4 of the Roads and Public Places Act /
Roads and Public Places Ordinance 1937, of the intention to close the following
roads in the ACT.
PHILLIP
COMMUNITY PATH: Furzer Street (southern side) between Corinna Street and
Woden Public Library carpark
Time: Monday 31 August 2009 (6.00am – 4.00pm)
Reason: building refurbishment works
KINGSTON
EASTLAKE PARADE: will be closed between the eastern side of the Waterfront
development to Eyre Street (access to the Waterfront apartments will be maintained
at all times)
GILES STREET: will be closed in both the eastbound and westbound directions
between Printers Way and Eastlake Parade
Time: Saturday 28 August to Monday 30 November 2009 (7.00am – 5.00pm daily)
Reason: building construction works associated with the Kingston Foreshore
development
WESTON
COMMUNITY PATH: Mahony Court, northern side of Coolemon Court shopping centre
Brierly Street, western side of Cooleman Court shopping centre
Whitney Place, southern side of Cooleman Court shopping centre
Time: Monday 31 August to Monday 7 September 2009 (7.00am – 5.00pm daily)
(please note that only one footpath will be closed at any given time)
Reason: installation of facade signage
Any person wishing to comment on these notices should contact Colin Evans
on 6207 6821.
Barriers, warning and diversion signs to be erected on site.
Rifaat Shoukrallah, Delegated Officer, Roads ACT
Locked Bag 2000
Civic Square ACT 2608
Phone Canberra Connect on 13 22 81 I www.act.gov.au
Keeping Canberra in the know.
Programs
2010 Sport and Recreation Grants Program
Applications are invited for the 2010 Sport and Recreation Grants Program (SRGP).
The SRGP provides assistance to eligible organisations to support participation in
active lifestyles through the delivery of quality programs, services and facilities for
the benefit of the Canberra community.
Applications close on 9 October 2009. Guidelines and online application forms are
available from www.tams.act.gov.au/play/sport_and_recreation
For further information contact David Maloney at Sport and Recreation Services
on 6207 2055.
Forums and workshops
Dickson and Kingston centres planning projects
Planning projects for the Dickson and Kingston centres have begun. These projects
will guide future development and redevelopment of the centres.
To ensure these vital local centres reflect the community’s vision, extensive
community consultation will be undertaken, including workshops.
First Dickson workshop
When: Tuesday 25 August 2009 (5.30pm – 7.30pm)
Where: The ACTPLA meeting room, Ground Floor North,
Dame Pattie Menzies House, 16 Challis Street, Dickson
RSVP has been extended to Monday 24 August 2009.
First Kingston workshop
When: Thursday 27 August (5.30pm – 7.00pm)
Where: Kingston Baptist Church, 11 Currie Crescent, Kingston
RSVP by Monday 24 August 2009.
RSVP to Purdon Associates on 02 6257 1511 or purdons@purdon.com.au
For further information visit www.actpla.act.gov.au
Events
Cabinet in the Community to visit Gungahlin
You’re invited to meet ACT Government Ministers today as part of the new
Cabinet in the Community initiative.
Today’s Cabinet in the Community is a great opportunity to hear about new
community initiatives in Gungahlin and to speak one on one with Ministers
over morning tea.
Date: Saturday 22 August (10.30am – 12.00pm)
Venue: Harrison School Library, Wimmera Street, Harrison.
Through Cabinet in the Community the ACT Government is continuing its
commitment to outline its vision for the city’s future and to listen to community
views and suggestions.
For more information phone Canberra Connect on 13 22 81 or email
GovtSupport@act.gov.au
Notices
Vehicle registration renewals
The Department of Territory and Municipal Services wishes to advise that due to
a computer error vehicle registration reminder notices have been issued later than
normal for renewals due between 21 August and 10 September 2009.
The Department has investigated ways to alleviate payment difficulties that people
may experience due to the shorter than normal notice. As such, anyone with vehicle
registration renewals due between 21 August and 10 September 2009 will be given
the option of paying for a shorter period (three or six months registration) without
the requirement to pay the usual $25 administration surcharge. A small charge of
approximately $5, payable to the compulsory third party insurance provider, will
however still be payable for short-term registrations.
In order to utilise this arrangement, customers will need to contact Canberra
Connect on 13 22 81 or attend an ACT Government Shopfront to pay for the
registration.
The source of the error has been identified and is being rectified. The Department
apologises for any inconvenience caused. For enquiries contact Canberra Connect
on 13 22 81.
Floriade – Mind, Body and Soul
Site preparations
Final preparations are being made at Commonwealth Park for this year’s premier
spring festival Floriade, which runs from Saturday 12 September until Sunday 11
October 2009.
Fencing has now been installed around the event site and from Monday 24 August
2009 the park will be a construction zone and closed off to public access.
All fencing associated with the RG Menzies Walk construction at Regatta Point will
be removed prior to Floriade opening on Saturday 12 September 2009.
Safe access to Regatta Point, The National Capital Exhibition, Canberra Business
Event Centre and The Deck restaurant will be maintained via a path through
Commonwealth Park West outside the Floriade fence line.
Parking at Regatta Point will also be affected with car parks closed from 6.00am
on Monday 24 August 2009. This arrangement excludes the two parking bays
closest to Regatta Point. Additional traffic lights have now been installed on
GREY 18264
Commonwealth Avenue and the speed limit has been reduced to 60km per hour.
For more information about Floriade please visit www.floriadeaustralia.com