Media Releases
Thursday, 30th September 2010
The Gillard Government has today introduced legislation into the Parliament to give local communities a greater voice and better information about planning and development at the nation's major airports.
These legislative reforms continue the implementation of the Government's Aviation White Paper, Flight Path to the Future, which was released only nine months ago.
The reforms in the Airports Amendment Bill 2010 recognise that airports exist primarily for aviation purposes and that they serve the nation's economy and our communities in that role.
The key changes introduced:
The Government is serious about improving community consultation over airport developments and better integrating airport planning into local and State plans.
These reforms also complement the Government's major cities agenda by providing national leadership in planning and development at our major airports.
The Gillard Government's National Aviation Policy White Paper included over 130 policies and measures as part of a road map to help secure the industry's future, uphold the highest safety and security standards and address community needs.
We have already substantially implemented about half of the measures, and the successful passage of the Airports Amendment Bill 2010 will further the reform process.
Airports Amendment Bill 2010 - Second Reading Speech
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Electorate Office
334a Marrickville Rd
Marrickville NSW 2204
Phone: 02 9564 3588
Parliament House Office
Parliament House
Canberra ACT 2600
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