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A small part of the Christchurch city centre was re-opened recently following the devastating earthquake that struck the Canterbury region in February this year. 

The re-opened area includes 27 shops and cafes housed in specially converted shipping containers.  The brightly painted containers include glass frontages and balconies and have been carefully arranged to create a vibrant and interesting new retail centre (albeit a temporary one while the rest of the city is being rebuilt).

New Zealand’s Prime Minister, John Key, officially opened the area and described it as “funky, modern and fresh”.  We agree, and hope that it helps to lift the spirits of the people of Canterbury as they continue to recover and rebuild.

Note: The Collie office will be closing for the holidays on Wednesday 21 December 2011 (but don’t call after midday because we will be out celebrating the end of the year) and will reopen on Monday 9 January 2012.

Mirvac received a commendation in the Medium Density Development Category of the UDIA (Victoria) 2011 Awards for Excellence for its Laureate development in Albert Park, which was considered an “outstanding medium density development” by the judges. Collie was pleased to provide planning inputs to Mirvac throughout the project.
Enquiries: Jay Hollerich (jjh@colliepl.com.au)

The Growth Areas Authority (GAA) has released for comment draft Growth Corridor Plans identifying areas for housing, jobs, transport, town centres, open space and key infrastructure. Public consultation closes at 5pm on Tuesday 20 December, 2011. Submissions can be made either via mail to Growth Areas Authority, Level 29, 35 Collins Street Victoria 3000 or e-mailed to
gcpsubmissions@gaa.vic.gov.au

Should you require any planning advice regarding the draft Growth Corridor Plans, please do not hesitate to contact Collie to discuss.

Extract of South East Corridor Plan