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Plan targets net zero emissions by 2035
A municipal-wide target of zero net emissions by 2035 is a key feature of the City’s Draft Climate Change Response Plan.
The draft plan, which will guide the City’s corporate response and the community’s response to climate change issues and impacts, was endorsed for release by Council last night.
The key target is supported by an action plan that addresses priority areas of community support, energy, transport, waste and climate resilience.
It lists a number of principles that would see the region become a zero- emission, climate ready city, including:
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Planning Committee recommends refusal of permit for five-storey Portarlington building
Council’s Planning Committee has recommended the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (VCAT) refuse a planning permit for a proposed five-storey apartment building in Portarlington.
The proposed building, on a visually prominent site at 49 Newcombe Street, would feature 13 apartments, two shops and a basement car park.
Given the slope of the land, the building would have the appearance of being three storeys from Newcombe Street, and five storeys from the parkland and pier to the north.
It would have a maximum height of 14.3 metres above ground level.
The application is also seeking a reduction of five car parking spaces on the statutory rate.
At Tuesday night's meeting, Council adopted the Sustainability Policy, which will help the City continue towards its ambition of becoming a sustainable.
Greater Geelong Mayor Stephanie Asher
The awards are a fantastic opportunity to recognise women who are kicking goals for the community.
It could be a special woman in your family, workplace or community group who is a leader, makes Greater Geelong a better place to live or challenges the status quo of gender equity and human rights.
Councillor Belinda Moloney
It’s important to acknowledge the achievements of inspirational women.
The pandemic has been a challenging time for women but we’ve also seen them stand up and care for the Greater Geelong community.
Sharing the accomplishments and stories of female role models in our region may inspire other women and girls in their own lives.”