Author Archives: Peter

Capers site on corner of Burwood and Power

Posted on January 10, 2012 by Peter

Here’s a big development that has just been submitted. From the council planning application register: Development and use for 38 dwellings and a shop in a five (5) storey building in a Design and Development Overlay (DDO12), reduction in the … Continue reading →

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Grace Park Bridge

Posted on October 27, 2010 by Peter

Users of Grace Park will be well aware of the collapse of the pedestrian and cycling bridge over the Hawthorn main drain (which used to be called Hawthorn Creek by the way). The notice displayed talks about a new bridge … Continue reading →

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WHUDF – Planning Amendment C69

Posted on June 18, 2010 by Peter

Amendment C69 – An amendment to the Boroondara planning scheme that implements the West Hawthorn Urban Design Framework will be considered by council in August 2010. You can see details on the Boroondara Council Website here. Please register your interest.

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A community bank for West Hawthorn

Posted on April 13, 2010 by Peter

Wednesday night (14 April 2010) there will be a public meeting at 6pm upstairs at the Elgin Inn for anyone interested in being involved with helping set up a Bendigo Community Bank at West Hawthorn Village or just wanting to … Continue reading →

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Planningalerts.org.au now covers all Boroondara applications

Posted on March 10, 2010 by Peter

The site planningalerts.org.au now covers all planning applications lodged in Boroondara. Planningalerts.org.au is a site where you can enter your address and sign up to be emailed whenever an application occurs near your house. You can set how close the … Continue reading →

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Monash Hospital Proposal

Posted on February 22, 2010 by Peter

We’ve had word that the Monash IVF facility is relocating from East Melbourne  and is considering an existing four storey building at 50 Burwood Road Hawthorn (opposite St James park). No external physical buildings, additions or works changes are proposed. … Continue reading →

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New planningalerts website

Posted on December 21, 2009 by Peter

A new website that allows subscribers to be notified on new planning applications has been launched. This looks to be very promising. Once Boroondara is on line then this should provide an excellent service for West Hawthorn residents. From their … Continue reading →

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Grace Park Playground

Posted on December 3, 2009 by Peter

The council are seeking feedback about the playground in Grace Park. An online survey and further information can be found on the council website: http://boroondara.vic.gov.au/your_council/your-say/grace-park-playground-project

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Planning Application: – Beehive Hotel

Posted on November 10, 2009 by Peter

Part demolition and construction of alterations and additions to existing hotel in a Heritage Overlay and partially in a Special Building Overlay. Submitted:28/10/2009 Address: 84 Barkers Road HAWTHORN VIC 3122

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Planning Application: 81 – 83 Riversdale Road HAWTHORN

Posted on October 28, 2009 by Peter

PP09/00840: Construct 103 apartments contained within a 5 storey building. Use and development for the purpose of an office. Reduction in the provision of car parking for the dwellings food and drink premises and office area. Alter the access to … Continue reading →

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