Update: The Save Big Splash petition is already at 1636 signatures – you can find the link to the petition here.
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The deadline has passed. It’s time for the ACT Government to follow through on Big Splash.
With the deadline for Big Splash to comply with its Crown lease conditions now past, the BCC has written to both Minister Steel and Minister Berry regarding the next steps.
The future of this site is at a critical turning point. The ACT Government must step up to ensure it isn’t lost to history.
What we are calling for:
No Rezoning: Minister Steel must provide certainty by categorically ruling out any rezoning of this site. Proactive Enforcement: We need the Government to be proactive, prompt, and transparent with further enforcement.A Real Vision: With the possibility of the site being sold or the Crown lease being terminated, the Government must define a clear vision for the site’s future.One in four Canberrans live in Belconnen, yet we have zero of the ACT’s seven public pools. With over 73,000 more people expected in our district by 2065, assets like Big Splash are vital for our health and liveability.
How important is Big Splash to you and your family? Should the ACT Government step in to secure its future as a public asset?
We’ll be tracking the Government’s response closely and will post updates on our Facebook page and through our mailing list