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RWA Email Update March 2011
RWA Email Update - 16 March 2011
Draft BEP 2 thank you barbeques for social housing residents
Join the Redfern Brand evolution
Building a brighter future through Aboriginal employment
Local kids learn about healthy lifestyles
Filming in the area bounded by Eveleigh, Vine and Louis Streets, Redfern
Modification - temporary Gardener's Compound, Australian Technology Park
Installation of a Solar Power System, NICTA Building, Australian Technology Park
Use of the former Clothing Store building, North Eveleigh
21 and 22 March – draft BEP 2 Thank You Barbeques for social housing residents
23 March - Good Neighbourhood BBQ, Waterloo
27 March - Good Neighbourhood BBQ, Darlington
30 March - Good Neighbourhood BBQ, Redfern
Farmers’ Market – every Saturday 8am to 1pm
DEVELOPMENT NEWS
Draft BEP 2 consultation
The draft Built Environment Plan Stage 2 (BEP 2) for Redfern and Waterloo went on exhibition for community consultation from 27 January – 28 February 2011 to provide an understanding of key issues relating to this significant proposal and to encourage feedback. Draft BEP 2 is a proposed planning framework to continue the renewal of Housing NSW sites in the Redfern and Waterloo area including South Eveleigh over a 20-25 year timeframe to ensure improved social housing and to help create a more sustainable community.
RWA and Housing NSW undertook extensive consultation processes during the draft BEP 2 exhibition period. This included RWA information sessions, Housing NSW street drop in sessions, 4,500 feedback forms distributed to social housing residents, a specific draft BEP 2 newsletter for 18,000 local residents, fact sheets, and a dedicated telephone help line.
Through the street corner sessions over 750 social housing residents were consulted which represents over 14 per cent of public housing tenancies, while over 70 people attended the information sessions at Redfern Town Hall. In addition, both the RWA and Housing NSW conducted key stakeholder briefings for groups such as REDWatch.
RWA would like to thank all members of the community for submitting their feedback. Over 500 feedback forms and 28 written submissions have been received to date. An independent specialist consultation firm will review and collate this feedback.
Draft BEP 2 was the first stage of consultation for the redevelopment of social housing areas. There will be further opportunities to provide feedback on the redevelopment through the Urban Renewal SEPP process and the Housing NSW Master Plan process.
For more information on the draft BEP 2, please visit www.redfernwaterloo.nsw.gov.au/bep2
Draft BEP 2 thank you barbeques for social housing residents
A barbeque to thank social housing residents for their input during the draft BEP 2 exhibition period will be held on Monday, 21 March at Poet’s Corner Redfern and Tuesday, 22 March, at Waterloo Green from 12pm-2.30pm. The barbeques will be hosted by RWA. To RSVP please email redfernwaterloo@rwa.nsw.gov.au or call 9202 9100.
Heritage Interpretation Plan
The draft Interpretation Plan for the former Eveleigh Railway Workshops is on exhibition between Wednesday, 9 March and Wednesday, 6 April 2011. The aim of the plan is to:
- Recognise the site’s heritage significance and to maintain this character as the sites are developed; identify existing audiences and explore opportunities to enhance visitor numbers;
- Achieve better public understanding of the history of the site and it’s significance to residents, workers and visitors through tourism, education and recreation activities;
- Ensure interpretive devices and their content engage provoke public interest and are viable, accessible and sustainable.
A community consultation Heritage Field Day was held on Saturday, 30 October 2010 at Innovation Plaza, Australian Technology Park as part of the preparation of the Interpretation Plan for the former Eveleigh Rail Yards. A Field Day report containing details of the day’s activities is currently in preparation and will be available on RWA’s website shortly.
To view the draft Interpretation Plan and for more information please visit http://www.redfernwaterloo.nsw.gov.au/community_consultation/heritage.htm
Submissions can be made on the draft Interpretation Plan until 5pm on Wednesday, 6 April 2011.
NEWS
Join the Redfern Brand evolution
The Redfern brand continues to gain momentum with many members of the local community promoting the brand whether it is through wearing a Redfern tshirt or using the logo on collateral.
A Facebook page has been set up to promote the positive developments in Redfern and the surrounding areas of Waterloo, Darlington and Eveleigh. All of the community can help promote Redfern as a welcoming place for both business and recreation. Simply visit www.facebook.com/redfernwaterloo - and don’t forget to tell your friends!
If you are interested in purchasing some Redfern brand merchandise, please contact the South Sydney Business Chamber at info@ssbchamber.com.au. If you would like to use the brand in local marketing material, please contact City of Sydney on 9265 9333.
The Redfern brand is an initiative of the Roll Up Redfern Group comprising Redfern-Waterloo Authority, City of Sydney, South Sydney Business Chamber, South Sydney Rabbitohs and REDWatch.
Building a brighter future through Aboriginal employment
Over 820 employment opportunities have been created for Aboriginal men and women in the construction and hospitality industries with the assistance of RWA’s local Aboriginal Employment Program.
Part of the Aboriginal Employment Program involves brokering deals with large construction companies and mentoring potential Aboriginal employees. With 720 construction jobs created since 2006, this number is set to increase with the recent development of 80 positions for Aboriginal employees at the Centra Park development on Broadway. Over 100 positions have been successfully filled through the Yaama Dhiyaan Hospitality Training School.
The Aboriginal Training and Employment Program provides benefits for both the community and the construction and hospitality industry as graduates are equipped with the immediate skills they need to work on site. Through the 8 week course, students start to build their skills and confidence, with many going on to do apprenticeships and cadetships.
The program continues to create and negotiate employment opportunities for Aboriginal people. This includes working with many large construction companies such as Watpac and Multiplex with hospitality graduates going on to work for international hotels, catering companies and restaurants. Hundreds of further construction job opportunities are currently being negotiated with UTS and Barangaroo.
A Night Off the Grog Forum
Alcohol – how much is too much and what effect is it having on the Redfern and Waterloo community? ‘A Night Off the Grog’ provided the opportunity for residents and service providers to have a say on the affects of alcohol on the local Redfern-Waterloo community and what can be done to improve the current issues. The event took place on Tuesday, 15 March at Redfern Town Hall and was hosted by the Redfern-Waterloo Community Drug Action Team. The program featured:
- Suggested practical action to improve safety and amenity
- Expert speakers in the field
- What local service providers are doing to address local alcohol-related issues
- An opportunity for community discussion
Many local representatives attended including NSW Police, City of Sydney, Aboriginal Medical Service, Housing NSW, Sydney Local Health Network, Weave Youth Family Community, and South Sydney Alcohol Accord.
Local kids learn about healthy lifestyles
Over 900 local children met their favourite Rabbitohs
players to learn about healthy lifestyles at an event at the ATP Performance
Centre in February 2011.
The One Community event for local schools in the South Sydney region took place
in conjunction with the Eat Well, Play Well, Stay Well campaign. NRL players
met with the children to promote a healthy lifestyle and facilitated clinics to
teach the children basic rugby league skills. The children were given the
opportunity to get autographs from their favourite players and to chat about
their dreams and aspirations. The Rabbitohs also ran this event regionally with
players travelling to Coffs Harbour and surrounding areas to run clinics
at local schools.
The Eat Well, Play Well, Stay Well NRL campaign promotes the importance of
eating well and playing sport to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Players educate
school children on healthy food options and encourage an active lifestyle.
Australian Technology Park is a proud supporter of the Rabbitohs Souths Cares
program.
DEVELOPMENT APPLICATIONS
Internal fit out and additional flues - Biomedical Building, 1 Central Avenue, Australian Technology Park
A development application had been received for the change of use and internal fit out of Suites 101 and 301 in the Biomedical Building to create additional teaching/laboratory spaces. This includes the installation of five new flues on the rooftop. The application was on exhibition from 15 February to 1 March 2011.
Filming in the area bounded by Eveleigh, Vine and Louis Streets, Redfern
A development application has been received for the use of the area bounded by Eveleigh, Vine and Louis Streets, Redfern, for filming between April and late July 2011 and associated construction of the production set. The application is on exhibition from 2 to 16 March 2011.
Modification - temporary Gardener's Compound, Australian Technology Park
An application to modify a previously approved development consent has been received to extend the use of the Temporary Gardener's Compound until 30 April 2016 and the reinstatement of the area until 30 June 2016. The application is on exhibition from 9 to 23 March 2011.
Installation of a Solar Power System, NICTA Building, Australian Technology Park
The application to install a solar power system on the roof of the NICTA Building, 13 Garden Street, Australian Technology Park, was approved on 16 February 2011. The solar power system will have a peak capacity up to 69 kilowatts and will generate 97,000 kilowatt-hours of renewable electricity each year.
Use of the former Clothing Store building, North Eveleigh
The application to use the former Clothing Store building at 231 Wilson Street, North Eveleigh, for counselling support services, art workshops and exhibitions was approved on 7 March 2011.
Please note that all Part 3A applications are determined by the Minister of Planning. Other development applications are lodged with the RWA. For the full list of Notices of Determination please visit: www.redfernwaterloo.nsw.gov.au/development_applications/notices_of_determination.htm
WHAT’S ON
21 and 22 March – draft BEP 2 Thank You Barbeques for social housing residents
A barbeque to thank social housing residents for their input during the draft BEP 2 exhibition period will be held on Monday, 21 March at Poet’s Corner Redfern and Tuesday, 22 March, at Waterloo Green from 12pm-2.30pm. The barbeques will be hosted by RWA. To RSVP please email redfernwaterloo@rwa.nsw.gov.au or call 9202 9100.
Good Neighbourhood Barbeques
Come along to your local Good Neighbourhood BBQ to meet your neighbours and learn what City of Sydney and local Police are doing to improve your neighbourhood. The get togethers will feature Kidzzoo mobile animal farm, live music, children’s activities, a free BBQ and information on safety and security initiatives in your area. Contact John from City of Sydney on 9246 7883 or Dom on 9265 9954 to find out more.
23 March - Good Neighbourhood BBQ, Waterloo
Venue: Crown Park, Crystal and Broome Sts, Waterloo
Time: 5.30pm-8pm
27 March - Good Neighbourhood BBQ, Darlington
Venue: Charles Kernan Reserve, Abercrombie St, Darlington
Time: 11am-2pm
30 March - Good Neighbourhood BBQ, Redfern
Venue: Poet’s Corner, Morehead St, Redfern
Time: 11am-2pm
Farmers’ Market – every Saturday 8am
to 1pm
Eveleigh Farmers’ Market is an undercover, traditional, authentic
weekly Saturday Farmers’ Market held in the historic Blacksmith Workshop of the
one-time Eveleigh Rail Yards on Wilson Street in Darlington. It is Sydney’s
only ‘rain, hail, shine’ venue and an inspiring heritage backdrop. The Farmers’
Market is held every Saturday from 8am to 1pm. For more information please
visit www.eveleighmarket.com.au.
To be added to the RWA Update distribution list, to make comments, or to suggest a news item, please contact RWA’s A/Communications Manager Natalie Kikken on 9202 9112 or email natalie.kikken@rwa.nsw.gov.au.
TfNSW proposal to reverse Little Eveleigh Street - until Sept 10th 2023
