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VCAT proceedings update for PLN/2023/353

11 April 2025

The VCAT proceedings formally commenced on Tuesday 8 April 2025 with the scheduled Compulsory Conference.

Compulsory Conferences are a common part of the VCAT process which allow the parties to the proceeding to confidentially discuss ways to resolve their dispute with the help of a VCAT member.

The Hearing that was previously due to commence on 30 June 2025 has now been adjourned at the request of the Department of Transport and Planning (DTP), to allow them additional time to determine their position on the application.

The following amended dates have been set for the remainder of the VCAT proceedings for which Council will be legally represented throughout the process:

Date

Hearing type

8, 9, 10, 11, 12 and 15 September 2025

Major Cases Hearing