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Report to Parliament on

THE PLANNING STRATEGY FOR SOUTH AUSTRALIA

2005 – 2006

Report to Parliament on

THE PLANNING STRATEGY FOR SOUTH AUSTRALIA

2005 – 2006 Planning SA Primary Industries and Resources SA 136 North Terrace Adelaide GPO Box 1815 South Australia 5001 www.planning.sa.gov.au ISBN: 0 7590 1390 X September 2006

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Preface

In accordance with the requirement of Section 22(7) of the Development Act 1993, I am pleased to present this Report to Parliament on the Planning Strategy for South Australia for the year ending 30 June 2006. Paul Holloway Leader of the Government in the Legislative Council Minister for Police Minister for Mineral Resources Development Minister for Urban Development and Planning Parliament House North Terrace Adelaide South Australia 5000

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Table of Contents

1. Introduction and context ................................................................................1 1.1 Altering the Planning Strategy .....................................................................................................1 1.2 Legislative proposals ...................................................................................................................2

2. Implementation ...............................................................................................3 2.1 South Australia’s Strategic Plan Objective 1 - Growing Prosperity .............................................4

2.1.1 Economic Activity ..............................................................................................................4 2.1.2 Access ...............................................................................................................................8

2.2 South Australia’s Strategic Plan Objective 2 - Improving Well Being........................................12 2.2.1 Natural Resources...........................................................................................................12

2.3 South Australia’s Strategic Plan Objective 3 - Attaining Sustainability .....................................14 2.3.1 Natural Resources...........................................................................................................14

2.4 South Australia’s Strategic Plan Objective 4 - Fostering Creativity...........................................21 2.4.1 Arts, Heritage and Urban Design ....................................................................................21

2.5 South Australia’s Strategic Plan Objective 5 - Building Communities.......................................23 2.5.1 Infrastructure ...................................................................................................................23

2.6 South Australia’s Strategic Plan Objective 6 - Expanding Opportunity .....................................24 2.6.1 Living ...............................................................................................................................24

M – Planning Strategy for Metropolitan Adelaide (2003) R – Planning Strategy for Regional South Australia (2003) 1

1. Introduction and context

Section 22 of the Development Act 1993 requires that the State Government set a clear statutory policy framework for the sustainable development of the State by preparing and maintaining the Planning Strategy. The Planning Strategy incorporates documents, plans, policy statements, proposals and other material designed to facilitate strategic planning and coordinated action on a State-wide, regional or local level, and provides direction from the State Government on land use and development over the medium term (10-15 years). The role of the Planning Strategy includes:

• providing strategic policies to assist the community, investors, applicants and infrastructure providers in regard to the direction of sustainable development in South Australia

• providing a policy framework for the provision of infrastructure and services

• providing a policy framework for Councils to undertake local strategic planning reviews in accordance with Section 30 of the Development Act 1993

• providing a policy framework for the preparation of policy amendments to Development Plans

• providing a guide for the Governor when assessing applications that have been the subject of the Major Development assessment process.

Throughout 2005-06 the Planning Strategy consisted of two volumes, both published in 2003 – one volume relating to Metropolitan Adelaide and a Regional volume for the balance of the State. 1.1 Altering the Planning Strategy Just prior to this reporting period (April 2005), two draft updated volumes of the Planning Strategy were released for public consultation (the draft Planning Strategy for Metropolitan Adelaide and the draft Planning Strategy for the Outer Metropolitan Adelaide Region). The draft Outer Metropolitan volume was proposed to replace a section of the Regional volume referred to as the ‘Inner Region’. This area encompasses the ‘arc’ surrounding metropolitan Adelaide, from Kapunda in the north, through the Barossa and Adelaide Hills (including Mount Barker and Strathalbyn), to Cape Jervis and the mouth of the Murray River in the Southern Fleurieu (including Victor Harbor and Goolwa). The Metropolitan Adelaide volume incorporated a Residential Metropolitan Development Program, strengthening strategic links to planning for future land requirements for housing within the urban boundary and the efficient provision of infrastructure and sequenced development. The public consultation period for these draft volumes of the Planning Strategy concluded during the period covered by this report. Submissions were received and reviewed throughout 2005-06, with the submissions available online during that period. The final updated volumes of the Planning Strategy were gazetted in August 2006. These can be viewed online at www.planning.sa.gov.au/go/planning-strategy The revised volumes of the Planning Strategy took into account South Australia’s Strategic Plan (2004) and other specialist plans, including the Strategic Infrastructure Plan for South Australia (2005) and the Housing Plan for South Australia (2005).

M – Planning Strategy for Metropolitan Adelaide (2003) 2 R – Planning Strategy for Regional South Australia (2003)

Closely related to the Planning Strategy, in March 2006 a draft Industrial Land Strategy for Metropolitan Adelaide was released for stakeholder and council consultation. This work will help identify an appropriate short and long term supply of industrial land for Metropolitan Adelaide. The remainder of the Regional SA volume of the Planning Strategy is also being updated. The volume will be updated region-by-region under a new Regional Spatial Planning process over the next two years. This process is beginning with the Yorke Peninsula Region and the development of the Yorke Peninsula Regional Spatial Plan, which began in December 2005. A draft of this Plan is expected to be released for consultation later in 2006. Updated volumes for all regions in this volume are expected to be completed by the end of 2008. 1.2 Legislative proposals The Development (Development Plans) Amendment Bill 2006 was introduced into Parliament on 21 June 2006. The Bill proposes the Planning Strategy to be reviewed on at least a five yearly basis. It also strengthens local government’s strategic planning role and increases the timeliness of the Plan Amendment Report process through which policies in the Planning Strategy are implemented. The provisions in the Bill reinforce the priority for State and local government of setting clear strategic policies in order to provide greater certainty for the community and applicants and undertaking regular reviews involving consultation with the community.


2. Implementation

The Planning Strategy is implemented in a variety of ways, including:

• Through State Government departmental and agency programs and local government programs and infrastructure plans

• Through the introduction of new policies in Development Plans made through Plan Amendments undertaken by local councils and/or by the Minister for Urban Development and Planning

• Through the actions of Regional Development Boards, which are jointly funded by state and local government.

In accordance with the Development Act 1993 (Section 22(6)) the Minister for Urban Development and Planning is responsible for reporting annually on progress towards achieving the directions set out in the Planning Strategy. This chapter contains a summary of significant achievements by the Government and its agencies in the implementation of the Planning Strategy during the 2005-06 period. Achievements are noted against the specific strategies laid out in the Metropolitan (M) and Regional (R) volumes of the Planning Strategy, as they stood during 2005-06. These are grouped to report against the Objectives of South Australia’s Strategic Plan.


2.1 South Australia’s Strategic Plan Objective 1 - Growing Prosperity

The State Government has a goal of sustained economic growth to achieve high and rising living standards for South Australians. The Strategy is to improve productivity; foster the right business investment climate; boost exports; and invest in infrastructure, innovation and research and development. 2.1.1 Economic Activity Strategies: Promote a business environment conducive to private investment and capital attraction R

Expand export growth by identifying new export opportunities, increasing horticultural production and food processing capability and fostering new supply chains

R

Allow for new industries and for the expansion of existing industries R Initiatives to promote investment, expansion of export industries and growth of new industries included:

• Promotion of regional business growth by the 13 Regional Development Boards through strategic action plans that target investment and employment opportunities and provide assistance to regional businesses to become 'export ready'

• Completion of Community Builders Program projects in Lower Eyre Peninsula, upper Eastern and Central Eyre Peninsula, Flinders and Murray Lands

• Strategic assessment of the organic grain industry to identify priority issues and future processing requirements

Primary responsibility: Department of Trade and Economic Development (DTED) Accommodate progressive structural change in industry and industrial development by using a combination of zoning performance standards and other techniques

M

Projects to accommodate progressive change in industry included:

• Release of the Major Developments SA Directory in November 2005

• A feasibility study for development of an Export Centre for SA

• A Small Business Survey on reducing ‘red tape’ involved in obtaining building and construction development approvals

• Completion of a business case assessment for development of sustainable green manufacturing initiatives in conjunction with the Electronics Industry Association

• Development of the Sustainable Industries Program including green manufacturing and industry certification to ISO 14001 to meet global environmental legislative requirements for electronic products

• Development of Environment Protection Authority (EPA) licence fee structures to provide economic incentives and reduce pollution


• Approval of $35m and $235m for investment and creation of 1104 jobs through the Structural Adjustment Fund for SA (SAFSA) for projects to assist companies with significant impact on the SA economy and creation of employment, particularly in the southern districts of Adelaide

Primary responsibility: DTED, Department of the Premier and Cabinet (DPC) Ensure Planning processes support strategic and environmentally sound economic priorities

M R

Initiatives to support strategic and environmentally sound economic priorities included:

• Release of the Draft Industrial Land Strategy for consultation in April 2006

• Release of the first edition of the Better Development Plans (BDP) planning policies in June 2006 together with agreement by 12 councils to convert Development Plans to the improved BDP format and policies

• The Osborne Maritime Plan Amendment Report (PAR) with policies to support ship building activities clustered around the ASC (Australian Submarine Corporation) site on LeFevre Peninsula.

• Significant completion of the Southern Region Growth Areas Stage Two Ministerial PAR containing policies consistent with the Planning Strategy for the Metropolitan Adelaide 2006

Primary responsibility: Planning SA Assist business clustering of complementary activities including multimedia, advanced electronic and defence-related industries in specialised precincts to evolve more effective industrial and business activity areas

M

Initiatives to encourage business clusters and effective industrial and activity areas included:

• Establishment of Centres for Innovation in the North and South of Metropolitan Adelaide

• Assistance to South Australian creative industries to develop an export plan and business development to provide services to China

Primary responsibility: DTED Attract and encourage exploration for and development of mineral and petroleum resources in the State in accordance with environmental standards

R

The Plan for Accelerating Exploration (PACE) South Australia has assisted SA in becoming the sixth most prospective place for exploration investment for Petroleum and Geo thermal power in the world and leads the nation in Geo thermal potential. Primary responsibility: Department of Primary Industries and Resources SA (PIRSA) Increase the area under softwood and hardwood forest plantation in appropriate locations

R

Encourage soft and hard wood plantations and wood processing industries on farms R

Support biodiversity conservation and management on public and private lands through incentives and partnerships

R

Develop new markets and strategies for specific materials from organic waste R


Initiatives to assist sustainable growth and development of the forest plantation industry included:

• Agreement on Plantation Design Standards – Farm Forestry – to be included in Development Plans

• Investigation of forestry land use change impacts on water in the Mount Lofty Ranges

• A farm forestry demonstration project in northern forest reserves to demonstrate potential opportunities for forest plantations in marginal areas

• Continuing works to establish five Biodiversity corridors linking areas of remnant native forest

• Continuation of other forestry programs in plantations to encourage multiple benefits and healthy soils

• Commencement of a program to recognise ecosystems through buffer zones and improve guidelines to identify swamps

• Participation in developing national policies to promote plantations for environmental services and technical support for land owners

• Arrangements established by Forestry SA to supply bio-fuel products to a plant at Dartmoor commencing in 2008

• Trials by Forestry SA of logging residue heap disposal in the Mt Lofty Ranges and the Green Triangle plantations

• Continued expansion of forestry plantations in the South East and Kangaroo Island

• Inclusion by Forestry SA of indigenous site data in Geographical Information Systems (GIS) Primary responsibility: PIRSA Encourage ecologically sustainable growth of the aquaculture industry while managing the resources on which the industry depends

R

Initiatives to assist sustainable growth and development of the aquaculture industry included:

• Introduction of new Aquaculture Management (Zone) policies into Development Plans

• Review of the Aquaculture Act 2001 - the first since its inception

• Development of a Best Practice Framework for Aquaculture, identifying areas for further opportunity or improvement in the industry

• Introduction of the new Aquaculture Regulations 2005 to encourage greater responsiveness in the operation of leases, licence holder obligations, stock registers, farming structures, environmental monitoring and reporting, fish escapes and notification of entanglements

• Commencement of an inter-agency collaborative approach to address priorities for Aquaculture and Marine Parks and ensure each achieves optimal effects without detriment to the other

• Development of closer links between aquaculture and Natural Resource Management (NRM) Boards and heightened awareness of terrestrial policy impacts on the aquaculture industry

Primary responsibility: PIRSA


Encourage sustainable tourism development R

Align land use planning with specialty tourism development priorities R Plans, policies and initiatives to assist sustainable growth and development of the tourism industry included:

• Launch of the inaugural Sustainable Tourism Award in November 2005

• Release of the Design Guidelines for Sustainable Tourism Development in December 2005

• Completion of Strategic Tourism Plans for the Riverland and Kangaroo Island with proposals to align planning policy with speciality tourism priorities

• Commencement of a Strategic Tourism Plan for the Fleurieu Peninsula

• Commencement of the Clare and Barossa Tourism PARs

• Commitment by three Riverland Councils to undertake Tourism PARs

• Introduction of new Development Plan policies facilitating winery and ancillary activities - cellar doors and restaurants - in the Mount Lofty Ranges Watershed in locations subject to stringent location, design and management criteria to protect water quality

• Commitment of $24 000 by the Outback Areas Community Development Trust (OACDT) to marketing committees for Eyre Peninsula, Flinders Ranges and the Outback

• Three meetings of the Minister of Tourism's Round Table

• Investigations of tourism’s capacity to participate in the climate change debate and develop strategies for 'integrated coastal experiences'

Primary responsibility: South Australian Tourism Commission (SATC) Develop projects that act as investment and tourism attractions M Initiatives to improve access for visitors to South Australia included:

• Opening of the new Adelaide Airport in February 2006

• Investigations to achieve better connectivity between the Airport, the central bus station and city centre

• Investigations with Great Southern Railways to improve the Interstate Passenger Terminal at Keswick

Major events contributing to investment and attraction of visitors included:

• Panasonic World Solar Challenge

• Tasting Australia

• Credit Union Christmas Pageant

• Jacobs Creek Tour Down Under

• WOMADelaide

• Adelaide Fringe

• Adelaide Bank Festival of Arts Primary responsibility: SATC, Department for Transport, Energy and Infrastructure (DTEI)


Develop appropriate infrastructure and facilities for visitors R

Upgrade visitor interpretive facilities in visitor arrival and departure sites R Infrastructure projects and initiatives to assist sustainable growth and development of the tourism industry included:

• $1 063 000 provided through the Tourism Development Fund for 35 tourism infrastructure projects with a value more than $8m for:

- Visitor facilities on Kangaroo Island; upgrading of Robe Visitor Information Centre; accommodation at Birds Australia Gluepot Reserve; and construction of 4 luxury eco villas in the Flinders Ranges

- Provision of infrastructure and/or upgrades for the Mount Benson Town Hall (a multi use wine and tourism facility), Monarto Zoo Pavilion enclosure, the Pomberuk Cultural Centre at Murray Bridge, the Coast to Vines Rail Trail on the Fleurieu Peninsula and assistance with electricity at the McCracken Country Club Conference Centre on the Fleurieu Peninsula and Bundaleer Forest near Jamestown

Primary responsibility: SATC 2.1.2 Access The transport system provides for the movement of people and goods. Integration with planning for urban areas is essential in creating accessible communities and sustainable urban environments. The Planning Strategy encourages alternative transport – public transport, cycling and walking and improvements in the efficiency and capacity of the transport network. Strategies: Reduce demands for journey to work M

Reduce travel through better urban planning and urban regeneration M

Promote alternative modes of travel M

Explore non-transport solutions to identified problems as an alternative to changes to the transport system

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Initiatives to assist in reducing energy demands and encourage increased choices and alternative forms of transport included:

• Completion of the $5m Smart Road program

• Development of Transit Oriented Design (TOD) principles and Strategy

• Opening of the Mawson Lakes public transport interchange in February 2006

• Release of the Cycling Strategy 2006-2010 in February 2006

• Major new services with enhanced connection to the train system introduced in August 2005 and February 2006

• Release of New Bike Direct Maps in October 2005

• Continuation of the Safe Walking/Travel Smart Programs to encourage working from home, ride share and education programs in schools

• Continuation of initiatives based on the Road Safety Strategy 2003-10


• Continuation of the Safe Routes to School Program

• Commencement of a review of walking programs

• Commencement of Walking Bus trials in October 2005

• Distribution of Your Turn brochures to all schools through road safety education programs Primary responsibility: DTEI Manage road network capacity M

Enable the safe and efficient movement of people and goods R

Ensure transport infrastructure and services provide efficient, safe and reliable movement of goods and serve the needs of local communities and residents

R

Initiatives to improve the safety and capacity of the road network included:

• An audit of business transport needs in the Southern Region of the Metropolitan area

• Completion of the draft final report on future freight demands in the South East

• Upgrades of arterial roads including; City West connector, Portrush Road and Commercial Road, Port Noarlunga

• Completion of safety audits for 95% of rail crossings

• Release of the Motor Cycling Road Safety Strategy – 2005-10

• The Share the Road – cycling campaign

• Continuation of infrastructure improvements through the Black Spot Program

• Upgrades of 93km of Strzelecki and Oodnatta tracks Primary responsibility: DTEI Apply Intelligent Transport Systems as part of integrated solutions to transport management issues

M

Maximise the use of dedicated public transport corridors M

Give priority to buses M

Improve connectivity and services to and from the City of Adelaide M

Develop an integrated transport system that provides access for all users R

Ensure the transport system is accessible and provides for consistent and reliable travel

R

Initiatives to improve access, integration and connectivity of passenger transport services included:

• Completion of the upgrade of the Victoria Square to Glenelg tram line with the first of 11 new trams commencing operation in January 2006

• Commencement of the design and planning of the extension of the tram corridor from Victoria Square

• Completion of integrated transport plans for Port Pirie, Whyalla, Port Augusta and Port Lincoln


• Introduction of new Smart Stops on Henley Beach Road and The Parade, including priority at signalised intersections for late running buses

• Replacement of one new accessible bus per week through the bus replacement program

• Introduction of new mobile phone services distributing information about public transport timetables

Primary responsibility: DTEI Improve freight movement throughout the metropolitan area M

Provide infrastructure to support important industry areas M

Ensure the rail transport system supports South Australian business M Initiatives to improve freight transport and infrastructure to support industry and business included:

• Additional direct flights to New Zealand and Singapore

• Introduction of new carriers such as Jet Star which have increased interstate capacity

• Completion of the Port River Expressway - Stage 1 in July 2005

• Commencement of the Port River Expressway - Stages 2 and 3 (road and rail bridges over the Port River)

• Funding and implementation of relocation strategies to facilitate the Port River bridges and Port Waterfront Redevelopment

• Advancement of planning for the South Road upgrade and proposed Northern Expressway

• Deepening of the Outer Harbour Channel

• Completion of the deep-sea grain wharf at Outer Harbor in March 2006

• Proclamation of the Outer Harbor in July 2006 to increase its viability as a world competitive port

• Advancement of the new ABB Grain Ltd Terminal set for completion in late 2007

• Advancement of the Lefevre Peninsula Freight Rail Transport Corridor upgrade

• Ongoing investigation of Port Adelaide’s inter-modal potential Primary responsibility: DTEI Develop an integrated, efficient and competitive air transport system that supports South Australian business and regional communities

R

Upgrade and maintain an efficient and competitive rail system to and within regions R

Ensure that sea transport is accessible and provides for consistent and reliable travel, reduces transport disadvantage and supports tourism

R

Develop an integrated, efficient and competitive sea transport system that supports South Australian businesses

R

Ensure ports, road networks and rail links are capable of accommodating the transport requirements of the forestry industry

R


Initiatives to improve infrastructure and freight transport in regional areas included:

• Investigations with BHP Billiton for a new rail link between Pimba & Olympic Dam

• Investigations with the freight industry to encourage an inter-modal shift to rail and develop terminals

• Continuation of air services to the Anangu Pitjantjatjara Yankunytjatjara (APY) Lands and at Coober Pedy

• Review of proposals adjacent to South Australia’s Ports

• Completion of a freight survey of the APY Lands

• Commencement of development of a Draft Noise policy

• A study to determine forestry industry infrastructure requirements for Kangaroo Island for the next 15 years

Primary responsibility: DTEI


2.2 South Australia’s Strategic Plan Objective 2 - Improving Well Being

Being healthier, experiencing less crime, feeling safer and a high quality of life are pre-requisites and indicators of a prosperous State. The Planning Strategy provides strategies towards achieving accessible, equitable, secure, vibrant livable cities which strengthen communities and social inclusion and enhance well being. 2.2.1 Natural Resources Strategies: Provide open space and recreation facilities that are multifunctional, accessible and meet local needs, especially in areas of higher density development

M

Promote the development of facilities that meet international, national, state and local needs

M

Initiatives to promote and provide recreation facilities to meet local, state, national and international needs included:

• Completion of the Draft State Level Sporting Facilities Strategic Plan

• Significant completion of the Draft State Recreation and Sport Strategy Regional Recreation and Sport Review

• Commencement of a scoping study on developing a Criterium Cycling Track at State Sports Park

• More than $3m provided to 46 clubs and Councils through the Community Recreation and Sport Facilities Grants Program

• Production of GIS maps showing all sporting facilities in the State

• Increased bike networks in the Adelaide Parklands Primary responsibility: Office for Recreation and Sport (ORS) Develop the Metropolitan Open Space System (MOSS) for regional open space needs M

Link coastal activity centres and revitalise coastal areas M Initiatives and projects to develop MOSS links and revitalise coastal centres included:

• Continuation of development of the Coast Park, providing a publicly accessible linear park on the metropolitan coastline

• Introduction of Development Plan policies to protect land for the future development of the Coast Park through the North Brighton Coastal Ministerial PAR

• The Urban Forest Revegetation Project awarded the 2006 United Nations Association Environment Day Award for Excellence in Marine and Coastal Management

• The Adelaide Parklands Act 2005 (assented to on December 2005) to promote their special status, attributes and character and to protect and manage them for present and future generations

• Funding for further development and upgrading of the Marino to Willunga Trail Primary responsibility: Planning SA, Department for Environment and Heritage (DEH)


Investigate the possibility of extending the use of abandoned railway alignments as walking trails linking towns and tourism and recreational facilities

R

Develop a variety of trails that link natural, landscape, cultural and recreational experiences

R

Projects to link trails to natural, landscape and recreational experiences in the regions included:

• Completion of the Riesling Trail Extension Feasibility Study

• Completion of marking of stage two and three of the Kidman Trail and Pioneer Women’s Trail

• Commencement of the Mt Lofty Walking Trails access project

• Completion of a trail audit for the Kuitpo Forest

• Commencement of a trail management Manual and completion of a trail audit for Mt Crawford Forest Reserve

• Completion of draft management plans for Eagle Mountain Bike Park

• Release of the Coorong Canoe Maps Primary responsibility: ORS Eliminate physical and social barriers to full participation in community activities R Initiatives to encourage physical activity and participation in Regional South Australia included:

• Completion of Recreation, Sport and Open Space Studies for the APY Lands, (Draft) Mid North, Outback and Kangaroo Island

• $2m provided to Councils across SA for open space projects

• $12m for recreation and sport clubs and associations to support management and development

• Commencement of a Draft Ministerial Physical Activity Strategy – Implementation and Action Plan

• Commencement of the Workplace Physical Activity Pilot project

• Implementation of the Be Active Campaign

• The Be Active (Cycling) Tour held in January 2006 attracting over 2200 participants

• Development of adventure activity standards for forest parks

• Roll out of the Youth Program Guide to Councils Primary responsibility: ORS


2.3 South Australia’s Strategic Plan Objective 3 - Attaining Sustainability

Land, water and energy must be used wisely for South Australia’s long term sustainability. The Planning Strategy provides an integrated, well balanced and planned approach to resource management. 2.3.1 Natural Resources Strategies: Manage water resources for metropolitan Adelaide in an ecologically sustainable way M

Integrate the management, protection and use of water resources into the broader land use planning and management process

M

Develop design methods and infrastructure for the efficient and integrated management and use of local rainwater, stormwater, re-useable sewage effluent, industrial waste water, and ground water

M

Activities to achieve sustainable and integrated management of water for the Adelaide Metropolitan area included:

• Approval of the Water Proofing Adelaide Strategy – A thirst for change 2005-2025 in July 2005

• Finalisation in February 2006 of the Stormwater Management Agreement (including flood mitigation) between State and Local Government including State Government funding commitment for the next 30 years

• Progression of plans to upgrade Christie’s Beach Waste Water Treatment Plant

• Approval of the extension of the Virginia Scheme to Angle Vale

• Approval of the Torrens Aqueduct upgrade

• Continued operation of the EPA Watershed Protection Office programs including water quality monitoring programs for the Mount Lofty Ranges

• SA Water commitment to integration of a Sustainability Policy Suite into all of its Corporate activities

• Completion of a third Sustainability Report by SA Water for the period 2005-2007 in accordance with the Global Reporting Initiatives

• Completion by SA Water of broad scale Catchments risk assessments under the framework for Drinking Water Management (Australian Drinking Water Guidelines)

• Adoption of mandatory requirements for all new houses to have rainwater tanks plumbed to the house from 1 July 2006

Primary responsibility: SA Water, Department of Water, Land & Biodiversity Conservation (DWLBC), Environment Protection Authority (EPA), Planning SA


Plan for the sustainable, economic and efficient use of water resources R

Plan for water infrastructure R

Ensure water supply, sewage and stormwater drainage services of appropriate standards and costs are available to meet community needs

R

Promote adequate supply of water of sufficient quantity and quality for industry development and domestic use

R

Plans, projects and policies for sustainable and efficient use of water included:

• Continuation of the whole of government Water Care Program to promote specific behaviour change

• Significant work by State and Local Government to advance reform of the Septic Tank Effluent Disposal Scheme (STEDS) sector, including adoption of a State Government Community Wastewater Management System (CWMS) Policy position for areas not serviced by SA Water sewerage schemes

• Inclusion of three water quality risk policy areas for the Mount Lofty Ranges Watershed in the Outer Metropolitan Planning Strategy 2006

• Completion of Land Management and Bushfire Prevention plans for all major reservoir reserves in the Outer Metropolitan and Northern Regions

• Finalisation of the report – Outback Water Supplies Discussion Paper (water supplies in outback and arid areas) and advice provided to the Outback Areas Community Development Trust (OACDT) on infrastructure for three outback communities

• $6m for capital works projects including ultra violet disinfection of water supplies storage upgrading at several Aboriginal communities

• Construction of the Iron Knob to Kimba pipeline to supplement the water supply of Eyre Peninsula

Primary responsibility: SA Water, DWLBC, EPA, Outback Areas Community Development Trust (OACDT) Contribute to improving the health of the Murray Darling Basin to achieve a sustainable future for the Basin, its natural systems and communities

M

Restore natural flow and flow variability to river systems R Initiatives to encourage sustainability and improve the health of the Murray Darling included:

• The River Murray Catchments Risk Assessment for Water Quality project, undertaken to identify and develop strategies to manage water quality risks for the Murray, Lower Lakes and Coorong

• Approval of a South Australian Water recovery package in May 2006, including $65m to recover 35GL of water as part of South Australia’s commitment to the Living Murray Initiative

• Monitoring showing improved dimension and stability of two channels opened at Goolwa allowing water flow between the sea and the Coorong and resulting in reduction of the River Murray Sand Dredging project

Primary responsibility: DWLBC, EPA


Enhance access to competitive energy supplies for all customers across the State R

Develop alternative sources of energy supply for use in mining, agricultural and tourism industry and by local communities

R

Promote innovative means of energy supply and capacity to areas that are remote from the distribution network

R

Various initiatives were undertaken to develop and promote alternative energy for use by industry and the community and promote innovation in the distribution network including:

• Establishment of the Sustainability and Climate Change Division of Premier and Cabinet

• Release of the Draft Tackling Climate Change – South Australia's Greenhouse Strategy

• Release of the Climate Change and Greenhouse Reduction Emission Bills 2006 – including a 20% renewable electricity consumption target by 31 December 2014

• The third edition of Green Print SA 2005 which reports on Government progress towards achieving environmental targets

• A trial stand alone solar power generation at Head of Bight to be evaluated at end of 2006

• Funding through the OACDT to install new solar powered airstrip landing lights for Oodnadatta and in partnership with Department of Aboriginal Affairs and Reconciliation (DAARE) for Marla airstrips

• Commencement by OACDT of an audit of emergency preparedness of outback airstrips to prioritise and schedule investment in works for 24 hour all weather access

• Installation of back up electricity generation on Kangaroo Island Primary responsibility: DPC – Sustainability and Climate Change Division (SCDD), DTEI – Energy Division, OACDT Reduce energy demand M

Reduce Greenhouse Gas emissions M

Reduce the Greenhouse effect through improving the efficiency of energy use, energy conservation and the development of renewable sources of energy

M

Establish environmentally sound urban development and redevelopment activities M Initiatives to reduce energy demand and establish environmentally sound urban development included:

• Release of the draft Climate Change and Greenhouse Reduction Emission Bills 2006 legislation and consultation paper, outlining a greenhouse reduction target of 60% of 1990 levels by 2050

• Commitment to a new inter-government agreement making sustainability a fundamental objective of the Building Code of Australia (BCA)

• Adoption of BCA 2006 provisions, in May 2006 - provisions to increase energy efficiency requirements for houses from 4 to 5 Stars

• Adoption of BCA 2006 provisions, in August 2006 - setting energy efficiency requirements on all new public and commercial buildings

• Continuation of government initiatives to reduce energy use by 25% in government buildings by 2014


• Approval of the former Hindmarsh Square Apartment Complex Major Development on the former RAA site with improved sustainability performance

• $1m to schools for development of environmentally sustainable passive Ecologically Sustainable Development (ESD) mechanical plant and recycling and a target of 250 solar schools

• Approval of the Lochiel Park urban development project with principles for sustainable development together with the Lochiel Park Lands Amendment Act 2005 assented to on 8 December 2005 establishing 10 hectares of parklands

• Exceeding by 10%, the target to deliver 10 000 home energy audits set by the Energy Efficiency Program for Low Income Households

• Approval of 400 applications under the Photovoltaic Rebate Program saving an estimated 900 tonnes of Co² annually

• Progression towards the target of 5 Star energy rating for all new residential housing

• Adoption of mandatory requirements for high efficiency water heaters to be installed in new public housing from 1 July 2006

• Provision of 288 Interest free loans for energy efficiency Primary responsibility: DPC, DEH, Department for Families and Communities (DFC), Land Management Corporation (LMC) Conserve biodiversity M

Conserve biodiversity and integrate with land use planning R

Ensure the sustainable management of natural resources M Initiatives to conserve biodiversity and ensure future sustainable management of resources included:

• Release of the Draft No Species Loss – Biodiversity Strategy for SA 2006-2016 for public consultation in February 2006

• The draft Biodiversity Strategies for the Flinders and Olary Ranges and the Broken Hill Complex

• Addition of 1396 hectares to the Protected Areas System through additions to existing parks and proclamation of four new Conservation Parks

• Reclassification of 503 757 hectares to increase protection under the National Parks and Wildlife Act 1972

• Adoption of Reserve Management Plans for Kaiser Stuhl and Mount George and Red Banks Conservation Parks, Gawler Ranges National Park, Memory Cove Wilderness Protection Area and Island Parks of Western Eyre Peninsula

• Release of the South Australia Arid Lands Natural Resources Management (NRM) Board Draft Stony Plains Biodiversity Strategy in 2005

• Commencement of Biodiversity Strategies for the Mount Lofty Ranges and Adelaide Region

• A review of the Threatened Species Schedules of National Parks & Wildlife Act 1972

• Greater integration of the Urban Forest Biodiversity Program, One Million Trees Program and planning policy and programs through preparation of vegetation management plans as part of the Planning SA Coast Park


• Extension of the One Million Trees program – a program of 3 million local native plants to be planted throughout 2000 MOSS reserves

• Conservation studies and master plans for Adelaide and Mount Lofty Botanic Gardens

• Release of a discussion paper for public consultation on reviewing the reserve classification system

Primary responsibility: DEH Develop and implement an integrated system for managing coastal, marine and estuarine environments and resources in an ecologically sustainable way

M

Protect and manage coastal, marine and estuarine resources R Initiatives to develop and implement integrated and sustainable systems for the management and protection of coastal, marine and estuarine resources included:

• Adoption of the Marine Planning Framework and Performance Assessment System as Government policy

• Implementation of the Living Coast Strategy by Government

• Release of the Living Beaches Strategy for 2005-2025 in November 2005

• Completion of consultation on the Draft Estuaries Policy and Action Plan for SA

• Completion of the Coastal View Scapes of SA Report which identifies and maps areas of scenic quality on the coast

• Release of the Draft Spencer Gulf Marine Plan for consultation in June 2006

• Release of the Eyre Peninsula Coastal Development Strategy for public consultation

• Establishment of the Adelaide Dolphin Sanctuary Advisory Board and commencement of the first Draft Management Plan

• Completion of a seawall to the north of Beachport in May 2006

• Monitoring of the trial Semaphore Park offshore breakwater to test its effect on the coast

• Completion of an independent Seagrass Report recommending expansion of the seedlings trials

Primary responsibility: DEH, EPA Locate waste facilities in an orderly and rational manner M

Minimise waste through a range of approaches including avoidance, reduction, recycling, reuse and recovery of materials

M/R

Initiatives to ensure orderly development of waste facilities and implementation of the waste hierarchy included:

• Continued development of an Environment Protect (Waste) Policy to establish broad principles, objectives and standards for waste management within a regulatory framework

• Development of EPA Landfill Guidelines

• Continued development of Regional Waste Management Plans


• Completion of a feasibility study on an integrated waste eco-industrial precinct for Southern and Western Councils

• Expansion of the Container Deposit Legislation Primary responsibility: Zero Waste SA Ensure water supply, sewage and stormwater drainage services of appropriate standards and costs to meet community needs

R

Initiatives to ensure appropriate sewage and stormwater services are available to meet community need in regional and remote areas included:

• Completion of the Arid Areas Catchments Water Management Report Outback Water Supplies Discussion Paper to provide a basis for assessing infrastructure for three communities

• Investigation of a desalination plant for Whyalla Primary responsibility: SA Water Minimise risks and hazards M

Minimise the impact of natural hazards R Initiatives to minimise hazards and impacts included:

• Completion of public consultation on Part 1 (of three parts) of Bushfire Management Ministerial Plan Amendment Reports for four Regions – Kangaroo Island, Yorke and Eyre Peninsulas and the South East, covering 14 councils

• Commencement of planning for emergency services for the possible expansion of the Olympic Dam mine

• Commencement by Adelaide Brighton Cement of voluntary $12m three year Environmental Improvement Program (EIP)

• Advancement of the Penrice EIP to be completed in October 2006

• Re-surveying of beach profiles for comparative analysis with past surveys

• Policy advice provided through the Coast Protection Board on acid sulphate soil risk areas and continued co-operation by developers undertaking testing

Primary responsibility: DEH, South Australian Fire and Emergency Services Commission, EPA Revise performance standards relating to noise, air pollution, waste storage and disposal, dangerous goods handling and industry operating hours

M

Improve standards and incentives to reduce pollution M Initiatives to improve environmental and operating standards and reduce pollution included:

• Continued revision of EPA licence fee structures to provide economic incentives to reduce pollution

• Development of Environment Protection Policies (EPP) for noise and wood heater and wood smoke compliance

Primary responsibility: EPA


Manage dry land salinity on a catchments scale and integrate with other natural resource issues such as biodiversity and conservation

R

Initiatives to manage and integrate dry land salinity programs with other natural resource initiatives included:

• Projects under the National Action Plan and partnerships with the SA Murray Darling Basin NRM Board and Local Action Planning Groups - to develop market based investment programs, reduce salt loads from the dry land and achieve biodiversity outcomes

• Management agreements executed under the Biodiversity Offset Scheme Primary responsibility: DWLBC


2.4 South Australia’s Strategic Plan Objective 4 - Fostering Creativity

Fostering a culture of creativity and innovation is important for creating new jobs, productivity and economic growth. The Planning Strategy provides a framework to achieve economic and community benefits by enhancing the built environment through improved urban design, encouraging access for arts and cultural activity and protecting heritage areas, buildings and sites of significance. 2.4.1 Arts, Heritage and Urban Design Strategies: Ensure that the scope of heritage conservation includes places of Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal heritage value and local importance

M

Conserve places of Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal heritage value R Initiatives to assist with protection and conservation of Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal Heritage included:

• Development of performance indicators for a Draft Aboriginal Strategic Plan for SA

• The addition, since July 2005, of 75 new sites to the Register of Aboriginal Sites and Objects

• Three confirmed and two provisional Places entered in the SA Heritage Register

• Advice to planning authorities on 693 development applications affecting State Heritage Places

• Approval for Interim Operation of Development Plan policies for local heritage for four councils

• Approval of Development Plan policies for the City of Adelaide for the addition of 142 heritage places and an Historic Conservation Zone in North Adelaide

• $135 000 provided to local Councils to undertake heritage surveys and reviews

• $243 000 provided for 71 grants from the SA Heritage Fund to owners of State Heritage Places for conservation and protection

• $52 000 provided through the Heritage Cemeteries Fund to individuals and organisations to conserve cemeteries

Primary responsibility: DEH Improve community consultation and education with respect to heritage conservation M Initiatives to improve community consultation and education on heritage matters, included:

• Eleven consultation meetings held throughout South Australia

• Introduction of new procedural guidelines for protection and conservation of Aboriginal heritage sites with the aim of improving liaison between developers, government, Aboriginal heritage and NRM organisations and the community

Primary responsibility: DEH, DPC - Aboriginal Culture &Heritage


Encourage good design that reinforces a sense of place and community in neighbourhoods, particularly for infill development in established suburbs

M

Regenerate the Port Adelaide Centre to strengthen its regional administrative role and develop its unique living and tourism areas

M

Improve existing and new built environments through a focus on strategic urban design, infrastructure linkages, open space, built form and scale, accessibility and environmental management

M

Strengthen mechanisms in Government to ensure integrated urban design outcomes by implementing an Urban Design Charter across Government

M

Promote good design in public places M Projects to promote good urban design and re-enforce a sense of place and community in neighbourhoods included:

• $1.175m to councils for nine Places for People projects to assist in fostering strategic public space strategies, improvements and projects

• Commencement of a pilot project to test principles and a model planning policy framework provided by the Neighbourhood Character Study 2004

• A major visionary exercise funded through Places for People to develop an inspiring vision of the historic Port Centre to re-establish it as a vibrant and attractive urban hub

• Negotiation of a new approach to the future re-development of the Port Centre

• Continued implementation of the South Australian Urban Design Charter which commits Government agencies to the principles and practice of good urban design

Primary responsibility: LMC, Planning SA Reinforce the character of the Adelaide City Centre M

Revitalise the Adelaide City Centre M

Promote coordinated development of the North Terrace Precincts as a civic and cultural boulevard and tourism hub

M

Projects and initiatives to re-enforce and revitalise the city centre included:

• Approval of Stage 2 of the North Terrace Redevelopment in August 2005, comprising works between Pulteney and Frome Roads

• Completion of Stage 1 of the North Terrace Redevelopment marked by the commissioning by the Premier and Lord Mayor in October 2005 of the major art work 14 Pieces

• More than 17 900 international students choosing Adelaide as their study destination in the first 11 months of 2005

• A 60% increase in the number of international students studying in Adelaide. Primary responsibility: Planning SA, LMC, Department of Further Education, Employment, Science & Technology (DFEEST)


2.5 South Australia’s Strategic Plan Objective 5 - Building Communities

Building and maintaining infrastructure – social and physical services is essential to develop and support sustainable communities. The Planning Strategy assists by facilitating planned, coordinated, orderly and economic development and provision of services. 2.5.1 Infrastructure Strategies: Enhance the economic competitiveness of the State by supporting the provision of suitable infrastructure at reasonable cost

R

Initiatives to enhance the economic competitiveness of the State through provision of suitable infrastructure included:

• Full commitment of the Regional Development Infrastructure Fund (RDIF) 2005-2006 allocation of $3m for the second year in succession

• Commencement of works to upgrade grain transport logistics on the Eyre Peninsula and release of tenders to upgrade rail

• Installation of the Andamooka pipeline Primary responsibility: DTED - Office of Regional Affairs (ORA), OACDT Improve access to information for family, business and community support R

Develop the broadband needs of regions for communication and information technology initiatives

R

Initiatives to improve communications in regional areas included:

• Regional Development Boards worked with State and Commonwealth Governments to secure funding to address broadband issues across the State

• Implementation of the Outback Connect, providing IT training and technical support for pastoral, Aboriginal and remote communities

• Funding for development of broadband services in the Yorke Peninsula, Coorong, Kangaroo Island, Port Lincoln, Eyre Peninsula and the Barossa and Light Districts through the Broadband Development Fund

• A review of the guidelines for the Regional Development Infrastructure Fund (RDIF) to make it more accessible to a broader range of projects demonstrating economic benefit to regional South Australia

• Employment of a manager by the OACDT to monitor assets, advise on new infrastructure needs and support communities wishing to build infrastructure

Primary responsibility: DTED - ORA, DFEEST, OACDT


2.6 South Australia’s Strategic Plan Objective 6 - Expanding Opportunity

The State Government is committed to improved access to health care, education and affordable housing to ensure all South Australians are able to create and use opportunities that build on their talents. It is recognised that there is a particular need to focus on and reduce gaps between the outcomes for South Australia’s Aboriginal population and the rest of South Australia’s population, in relation to health, life expectancy, school retention, employment and imprisonment rates. The Planning Strategy provides the framework for development of cohesive and equitable communities through well planned developments where housing, employment, recreation, infrastructure and services meet the needs of the existing and future population of South Australia. 2.6.1 Living Strategies: Maintain a stable housing development industry based on private enterprise, balancing the provision of new housing, improvements to existing homes and the redevelopment or upgrading of existing housing areas

M

Promote containment and regeneration through well designed urban infill within the city and the established suburbs

M

Concentrate new housing into areas that have employment, infrastructure and services M

Undertake comprehensive urban regeneration in areas of disadvantage and of poor residential amenity or environmental quality to improve the quality of the urban environment

M

Projects to maintain a stable housing industry, promote containment and urban regeneration, particularly in areas of disadvantage and where there are existing services and infrastructure included:

• $15m to accelerate urban regeneration activities in disadvantaged areas

• Interim effect of the Gawler Urban Boundary PAR on 17 November 2005 providing policies for growth of the town over the next 15 years

• Approval of the Northfield PAR for the last significant infill site in the metropolitan area with policies encouraging greater urban densities, a mix of dwelling types and 15% affordable housing

• Announcement of Playford North - a 15 year redevelopment and renewal project at Smithfield Plains and Davoren Park and new housing on green fields at Munno Para and Andrews Farm

• Release of major government land holdings in Huntfield Heights, Seaford Meadows and Northgate Stage 3

• Commencement of thirteen developments with key sales in the last 12 months in Pasadena, Plympton, Paradise, Ingle Farm, Kensington and Adelaide

Primary responsibility: DFC, LMC, Planning SA


Ensure a stock of affordable housing in established suburbs M

Encourage a broad distribution of public housing throughout the metropolitan area M

Ensure the provision of housing for community groups with special needs M

Ensure diverse and affordable housing to suit community needs and preferences R

Assist declining communities and other small, static-to-declining towns and settlements to concentrate on self-help initiatives to maintain and develop a community of interest and social support

R

Initiatives to increase the stock of affordable housing and provide assistance to special needs groups, towns and settlements in regional areas included:

• Establishment of the Affordable Housing Innovations Unit with a target of 15% affordable housing in new developments

• Provision of $23.7m for the Redevelopment and Community Living Project to assist 150 Strathmont Centre residents to move to purpose built housing in the community

• Provision of $2.9m for adaptation of 2670 South Australian Housing Trust (SAHT) houses to assist tenants with disabilities maintain independence

• Continued development of joint ventures and partnerships by the SA Community Housing Association (SACHA) to achieve sustainability in country areas and meet its commitment to provide 80% of services to customers with special needs – including homelessness or inability to access appropriate long term housing

• Work undertaken by HomeStart (mortgage provider) with selected builders and land developers to develop a supply of low cost housing in metropolitan Adelaide

• Continuation of the Equity Start program through HomeStart offering social housing tenants opportunity to purchase their property or one through the private market

• Initiation of a Community Start loan facility through HomeStart to increase supply of social housing to low income earners by providing affordable finance

• Establishment of a Standards Forum of experts to consult with Indigenous communities and gain agreement on improvements to essential services, sustainability and environmental health and delivery of housing programs to remote areas

• Adoption of a 90% target for all new public housing to meet adaptability standards to reduce the need for future modifications

Primary responsibility: DFC, DTED – ORA, OACDT Establish environmentally sound urban development and redevelopment activities M

Develop and promote the Mawson Lakes development as an integrated urban, economic and environmental development, including housing and industries based on research, design and high technology

M

Initiatives and projects to establish environmentally sound development and re-development activities included:

• Announcement of the Lochiel Park development project – with provision for 4.25 hectares of environmentally sustainable housing and 10 hectares of parklands

• Completion and operation of the Mawson Lakes recycled water systems


• Continued investigation by the SAHT of best practice stormwater management for urban renewal and infill development and accommodation of additional flows that could result from climate change

• Incorporation by SAHT of its SA Design Guidelines for Sustainable Housing and Liveable Neighbourhoods and the Environmental Sustainability Guidelines for efficient energy, water and waste management into all master planning for new urban and renewal projects

• Adoption by SAHT of a target to exceed the minimum 4 Star energy rating for new housing which has resulted in a majority of houses achieving a 5 Star rating

• Achievement by the SACHA of 5 Star energy ratings for its housing projects

• Thermal housing trials by the Aboriginal Housing Association (AHA) in conjunction with the National Aboriginal Health Strategy (NAHS) as part of the Community Housing Program

• A review of the SAHT demolition waste minimisation strategy requiring contractors to redirect waste to recycling plants

Primary responsibility: DFC, LMC, South Australian Housing Trust (SAHT) Monitor population and socio-demographic trends and prepare local area projections to guide government, community and industry in the provision of housing and services

M

Ensure services and facilities are fairly distributed to meet the population requirements of different parts of South Australia

R

Match infrastructure and service provision to need M

Provide access to high quality, responsive and timely services R

Plan services and facilities to accommodate changing use over time and enhance accessibility through careful design and siting

R

Initiatives to ensure infrastructure and services meet future population and community demands included:

• Establishment of the Carnegie Mellon University in the City of Adelaide providing a fourth University for South Australia

• Continued monitoring by the Department for Education and Children's Services (DECS) of enrolments across the State to ensure schools are provided strategically and have capacity to meet the requirements of a changing population and new arrivals

• $1.59m for Home and Community Care (HACC) home maintenance and modification and $2.44m for operation of the program

• Establishment of a Special Options state wide Committee to monitor, plan, upgrade and provide new specialist disability facilities across the State

• An additional $6.497m recurrent funding through HACC to deliver new and expanded services to the disabled aged at home including the frail premature aged and older Aboriginal people

• Continued expansion of AHA housing programs in metropolitan and rural South Australia including stock acquisition, culturally appropriate tenancy management and increased supply of larger properties for larger family units for indigenous elders, singles and youth

• Opening of a new AHA office in Ceduna

• $31.9m for capital works to upgrade primary schools at Alberton, Bellevue Heights and Linden Park and Para Hills High School to meet contemporary learning and teaching needs


• Refurbishments and major works to cater for special school needs across the State including;

Modbury ($3.3m), Woodville – development of the Grove Education Centre with an annexe at Kilkenny Primary School completed ($3m), Christie Downs ($3m) and construction of a Henley High School Special Unit ($2.1m) to be completed in November 2006

• Commencement of three (of 10) Pilot Children’s Centres aimed at more effectively providing services to families and young children through service integration and joint use of facilities, in some instances with non-government agencies

• Commencement of Stage 2 Queen Elizabeth Hospital in December 2005

• Substantial completion of the Flinders Medical Centre and Repatriation General Hospital Mental Health Units

• Finalisation of designs for Lyell McEwin Health Service Stage B and continued design works for three proposed Community Recovery Centres

• Near completion of the Murray Bridge Hospital redevelopment

• Completion of an aged care project at Millicent Primary responsibility: DFC, Department for Education & Children’s Services (DECS), Department of Health, DFEEST Improve the identification and provision of training to meet the skill needs of regions in terms of their enterprises, communities and individuals

R

Provide education and training which results in direct employment outcomes in industry and the local community

R

Support further development of vocational education and training sector providing quality training to meet the skill needs of enterprises and the community

R

Initiatives to meet future skill requirements of enterprises, communities and individuals included:

• Launching the State’s Workforce Development Strategy, Better Skills, Better Work, Better State; A Strategy for the Development of South Australia’s Workforce to 2010, the South Australian Skills Action Plan and the Workforce Development Action Plan

• Assistance to over 2000 workers displaced from employment through industry closure or downsizing, particularly automotive and manufacturing industries

• Establishing 17 Employment and Skill Formation Networks across the State with representation from local, State and Commonwealth Governments, regional economic bodies, TAFE and other key stakeholders

• A pilot program to prepare people for apprenticeships with a focus on particular trades with skill shortages

• Development of plans for workforce requirements for the Air Warfare Destroyer project and expansion of Roxby Downs in conjunction with local industry

• Inauguration of the David Unaipon Innovation Award, a reconciliation project to highlight and encourage the participation of Aboriginal young people in the fields of science and technology

• Provision of employment and training opportunities through the AHA with a current level of 48% indigenous staff employed

Primary responsibility: DFEEST, DFC


Facilitate the economic, social and cultural wellbeing of Aboriginal people R Initiatives to assist in facilitating economic, social and cultural wellbeing of Aboriginal people included:

• Opening of Lakeview transitional accommodation at Port Augusta, accommodating on average 22 indigenous people per day

• Completion of Pangula Mannamurna Aboriginal Well Being Centre in Mt Gambier

• Commencement of construction of the Aboriginal Step Down facility at Ceduna

• Provision of affordable housing programs throughout the State offering both conventional and Wiltja housing and support for management of community owned housing to over 40 Indigenous Community Housing Organisations in remote and rural South Australia

• Provision of culturally appropriate housing for Aboriginal men and women with specialist needs through partnerships between AHA and agencies

• Continuation of the Nunga Home Start Loan, assisting Aboriginal people to purchase their own home

• Development and implementation of the Community Management System (CMS) providing funds for appropriate housing through assistance to program management and improved reporting

• Upgrading of the Ernabella Aboriginal School ($0.8m) and Pipalyatjara Anangu School ($1.5m)

• Completion of a new swimming pool at Mimli in the APY Lands, the first of three which aims to improve school attendance and well being of Aboriginal children and students

• Commencement of development of a multiple agency approach to improve access to information and planning for Aboriginal community infrastructure

• A review of proposals to source properties in order to target waiting lists and provide an advocacy service

Primary responsibility: DFC

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