Introduction

In recognition of the national symbolism and significance of the Parliamentary Zone, it is important that this review has currency. Different Governments and generations of managers, planners and designers will be asked to make considered judgements about the Parliamentary Zone. Whilst flexibility is desirable, clear guiding principles and comprehensive urban design and management policies are required to ensure that the Parliamentary Zone does not deteriorate and lose its meaning and relevance.

Implementation will be achieved through:

The Corporate Business of the National Capital Authority
The Review will drive the corporate objectives of the National Capital Authority for the Parliamentary Zone. Many initiatives have already been incorporated into the Authority’s 1999 – 2000 Business Plan and Works and Land Management programs. This will continue to happen in accordance with the proposed implementation staging. The Authority is committed to delivering the place of the people.

Amendment to the National Capital Plan
The objectives and initiatives developed during this review will complement and enhance the principles and policies in the National Capital Plan. Whilst the initiatives are consistent with the objectives of the National Capital Plan, changes will need to be made to the detailed provisions of the 1986 Parliamentary Zone Development Plan.

For a number of the initiatives to have a real effect - such as the Cultural Policy and the Campus planning - amendment to the National Capital Plan will be required.

As part of the implementation of this review, it is proposed that a draft amendment of the National Capital Plan be prepared. There may also be amendments to incorporate principles and policies or detailed requirements that derive from development of the initiatives, for example urban design principles and policies for the various campuses.

Amendment to the National Capital Plan will provide an opportunity for the Australian community and Government to endorse the future planning policy and development directions for the place of the people.

Monitoring and Review
The National Capital Authority will monitor and review progress on implementation. Regular reports will be provided to the Commonwealth Government and to the public.

The success of the initiatives in meeting the review’s objectives will be tested by appraising the satisfaction of the major stakeholders – the Australian people.

The Parliamentary Zone Review Advisory Panel members have been invaluable to the review process. The Authority will continue to seek expert advice and critique on major initiatives as they develop.

Specific archives will be established to record progress on implementation, and events of significance.

Consultation and Participation
The consultative and participatory approach that has been taken during this review will continue for a number of the major project initiatives.

Policy development work will be undertaken in consultation with stakeholders and with the input of expert advice. Major new policy or policy changes may require particular endorsement by the Commonwealth Government.

Major public place projects, commemorative works, artworks, and the design and siting of buildings will be undertaken in consultation with proponents and interest groups and with the approval of the National Capital Authority and the Parliament of the Commonwealth of Australia.

Cultural events and activities will include many people from the community whose views and expectations will be incorporated into planning and whose participation will enrich the occasions.

All Australians have an opportunity to make comment on proposed amendments to the National Capital Plan. Amendments to the Plan are subject to the Minister's approval and either House of Parliament can disallow them, in whole or in part..

There will be on-going opportunities for many people to contribute to the establishment of the Parliamentary Zone as the place of the people.