CSIRO Yarralumla Heritage Management Plan – Invitation for Public Comment
CSIRO YARRALUMLA SITE
Heritage Management Plan – Invitation for Public Comment
The Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO), in consultation with the Department of Environment and Energy, is developing a Heritage Management Plan for the CSIRO Yarralumla Site (Banks Street, Yarralumla, ACT).
Under the Environment Protection Biodiversity and Conservation Act 1999, CSIRO and the Department of Environment and Energy invite comments on the draft heritage management plan from members of the public, indigenous people with rights and interests in the place, ACT Government agency responsible for the site (if any), organisations or other groups with interests in the property.
Comments received will allow us to address public perceptions and concerns regarding the place prior to preparation of a Final Draft for formal submission to the Minister.
How to participate:
The consultation period is open from 3 April to 5 May 2017.
During this period you can:
- Come to the CSIRO Foundation Building Reception location at Clunies Ross Street, Acton, ACT between the hours of 10.00am and 4.00pm Monday – Friday to view the exposure draft; or
- Visit our website at https://www.csiro.au/Yarralumla-Invitation-for-Public-Comment .
Enquiries and comments may be submitted via post or e-mail to the following:
Irene Ford
Manager, Property Administration
CSIRO – Business and Infrastructure Services
GPO Box 1700
Canberra ACT 2601
Phone: 61 2 6276 6488
E-mail: irene.ford@csiro.au
Overview
The CSIRO Yarralumla Heritage Management Plan is a document developed by the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) in consultation with the Department of Environment and Energy. It was introduced to provide a structured approach to the management and conservation of the CSIRO Yarralumla Site, located in Yarralumla, ACT. This initiative is undertaken under the auspices of the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999. The primary objective of this plan is to gather public input and address any concerns or perceptions regarding the site before finalizing the draft for submission to the relevant Minister. The consultation period from 3 April to 5 May 2017 aims to include feedback from the public, indigenous stakeholders, the ACT Government agency overseeing the site, and other interested groups, ensuring a comprehensive and inclusive management approach for the heritage site.
Scope and Application
The CSIRO Yarralumla Heritage Management Plan is being developed by the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation in consultation with the Department of Environment and Energy. This Plan applies to the CSIRO Yarralumla Site, located on Banks Street in Yarralumla, Australian Capital Territory. The Act invites public comment on the draft heritage management plan from members of the public, indigenous people with rights and interests in the site, the ACT Government agency responsible for the site (if any), and any organisations or groups with interests in the property. The invitation for public comment is part of the process under the Environment Protection Biodiversity and Conservation Act 1999, which aims to address public perceptions and concerns regarding the site prior to the preparation of a Final Draft for formal submission to the Minister. The consultation period is open from 3 April to 5 May 2017, during which members of the public can view the exposure draft at the CSIRO Foundation Building Reception location or via the CSIRO website. Enquiries and comments can be submitted via post or e-mail to the specified contact person. The scope of the Act is limited to the public consultation process for the draft heritage management plan and does not extend to any specific legislative requirements or exemptions beyond those outlined in the Environment Protection Biodiversity and Conservation Act 1999.
Key Provisions
The CSIRO Yarralumla Heritage Management Plan, as detailed in the Gazette notice (C2017G00396), involves several key provisions. Section 1 of the document outlines the purpose of the consultation process, inviting feedback from the public, indigenous people, relevant ACT government agencies, and interested organisations. This public consultation aims to gather perceptions and concerns about the CSIRO Yarralumla Site before finalising the management plan for submission to the Minister. Section 2 specifies the consultation period, running from 3 April to 5 May 2017, during which the public can review the exposure draft in person or online and submit their comments.
The obligations imposed on the parties involved are clearly stated. CSIRO, in collaboration with the Department of Environment and Energy, must facilitate the consultation process as per Section 3 of the document. This involves making the draft plan accessible to the public and ensuring that all feedback received is considered in the preparation of the final draft. Additionally, Section 4 mandates that comments be submitted to Irene Ford, Manager of Property Administration at CSIRO, by the specified deadline.
In terms of breaches and consequences, the document does not explicitly outline specific offences, penalties, or consequences for non-compliance. However, the importance of adhering to the consultation process is implied, as it is a critical step in the development of the Heritage Management Plan. Non-compliance with the consultation requirements could potentially delay or hinder the finalisation of the plan, which may have implications for the management and conservation of the CSIRO Yarralumla Site. The document thus underscores the importance of public participation in the heritage management process.