Coronavirus: 19 projects to be fast-tracked by NSW Government
A total of 19 projects worth more than $4.7 billion will be fast-tracked through the NSW Planning system in stage three of the government’s acceleration program. SEE THE PROJECTS HERE.
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A whopping $4.7 billion worth of development applications will be put through the NSW Government’s fast track development ringer, just days after 23 projects were approved by NSW Planning.
Premier Gladys Berejiklian and Planning Minister Rob Stokes have labelled the major development project an economic success, revealing the acceleration program will have created 30,000 in three months.
A total of 19 developments across NSW have been included in this week’s tranche three projects, including a $1.18 billion plan to the redevelopment of North Castle Hill by The Hills Shire Council, Lendlease’s $315 million Sydney Metro Victoria Cross station development, a $95 million expansion of an open cut mine, a new $64.3 million school in Sydney’s south west and a 5000-home community on the Central Coast.
Another major project in the fast track scheme is a $1 billion development by Mulpha for a series of nine high-rise towers, ranging from eight to 26 storeys, housing a total of 864 residential apartments to be built at Norwest in The Hills.
Parkland, a public plaza, an amphitheatre, a performing arts stage and community gardens will be included as part of the masterplanned development, which will also include more than 6000 sqm of commercial business space, cafes, restaurants, neighbourhood shops, a gym, medical services and childcare centres throughout the mixed used precinct.
Mulpha executive general manager, Tim Spencer, said The Greens will provide a continuous stream of work for construction workers in the medium to long term.
“The first stage of 200 apartments (is) expected to generate some 470 jobs, a small step towards supporting the State’s economic recovery,” he said.
“Mulpha has made a long-term commitment to the transformation of Norwest Business Park into a world-leading innovation, lifestyle and economic hub, encompassing all the features of a ‘Smart City’.
“The Greens is a critical piece of the vision establishing a vibrant residential town centre within 500 metres of the new Norwest Metro Station.”
“If approved, this latest tranche of projects will see $4.7 billion invested in our State
and deliver almost 15,000 jobs,” Ms Berejiklian said.
Planning Minister Rob Stokes said the program has unlocked $1 billion in economic investment a week.
“We’re establishing a new normal for the NSW planning system, with faster decision-
making and simpler processes,” he said.
“And with local councils now following our lead with their own acceleration programs, NSW will remain the pounding heart of the Australian economy.”
ALL THE TRANCHE THREE PROJECTS
Sydney Metro Victoria Cross OSD — North Sydney
Construction of an over-station development above the approved Victoria Cross Metro Station comprising a 40 storey office tower and two storeys of rooftop plant.
Roberts Rd Data Centre — Blacktown
Construction and operation of a data storage facility, supporting economic development, employment and training opportunities in Western Sydney.
Yanco Solar — Leeton Shire
Development of a 60MW solar farm with energy storage and associated infrastructure.
Bulga Open Cut and Underground projects Mod 3 Bulga Optimisation Project (Open Cut) & Mod 7 Bulga Underground
Extension to an existing open cut mine to extract an additional 63 million tonnes of coal, primarily within existing disturbance area. The Proposed Modification will extend the operational life of the Bulga Open Cut for approximately four years until 31 December 2039, supporting jobs and providing for the economic recovery of available coal resources using the existing infrastructure, facilities and experienced personnel.
Mannering & Chain Valley Projects Chain Valley Colliery (Mod 3) & Mannering Coal Mine Mod 5
Modification to increase the transport of coal underground from Chain Valley Colliery to Mannering Colliery, to improve operational efficiencies and allow increased processing of coal at Mannering Colliery and onward transport to Vales Point Power Station.
Amity College New School Campus
A new school comprising a kindergarten, a three stream primary with a maximum capacity of 1000 students, local infrastructure and community facilities.
Kyeemagh Public School
Brandy Hill Expansion Project
Expansion to increase the rate of production to 1.5 million tonnes of gravel per annum and continue operations for a further 30 years.
Proposed Residential Flat Building 56 Beane Street, Gosford
Development of 41 affordable housing units within walking distance of public transport services (both train and bus), shops, services, medical facilities and amenities provided in the Gosford City Centre.
Parkwood Urban Release Finalisation — Yass Valley
Planning proposal for the Parkwood release area in NSW to create approximately 5,000 dwellings to accommodate 13,000 people. Approximately 394 hectares is proposed to be used for urban purposes and 206 hectares proposed to be used for conservation/riparian uses.
Amendment to The Hills LEP – Castle Hill North Precinct
Major new rezoning for the North Castle Hill Precinct to create opportunities for new
housing directly connected to Castle Hill commercial area. The precinct will include enhanced ‘urban’ park spaces and parks with improved play equipment, picnic facilities, landscaping and seating.
Amendment to The Hills LEP – 40 Solent Circuit Baulkham Hills
Proposal to facilitate a mixed use development. This includes contributions towards upgrading Norwest Boulevard which is a regional road
Amendment to The Hills LEP – Cecil Ave & Roger Ave Castle Hill
Proposal to increase housing supply close to transport, jobs and services. Will also facilitate new regional road infrastructure and a new through site link from Cecil Ave to Roger Ave for the public.
Cockle Creek development — Lake Macquarie
Proposed rezoning to result in a net increase of 15 hectares of employment land in a strategic location within the North West Lake Macquarie Catalyst Area. The business park will complement the existing Bunnings Warehouse immediately north of the subject land, and support the nearby Cardiff Glendale strategic centre.
Amendment to Strathfield LEP – 2, 4 and 6 Pilgrim Ave and 9, 11 and 13 Albert Road, Strathfield
Proposal to increase housing supply close to transport, jobs and services, delivering on planning priority actions of the District Plan. The proposed redevelopment also includes 30 public / commuter parking spaces.
Amendment to Canterbury LEP — 5-9 Croydon Street, Lakemba
Proposal to increase housing supply close to transport, jobs and services. The proposal also enables improved access to the adjoining Jubilee Reserve through the dedication of a new laneway access.
Amendment to Growth Centres SEPP – DHA Landholdings in Schofields Precinct
Proposal to reconfigure the zoning of the site within the Schofields Town Centre precinct
to accommodate a larger active open space (regional netball) facility, a consolidated and centralised civic precinct, better connected local open space and realigned road network and residential structure to improve access, solar orientation. Rezoning unlocks the future of the site.