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Timeline

  1. Directions hearing

    11 November 2026

  2. Public hearing

    Expected to commence from 2 December 2026

  3. Report

    Within 40 business days from the final day of the Committee process or receipt of material

Overview

Draft Yarra Planning Scheme Amendment C318yara proposes new planning provisions for the Cremorne Precinct. More information about what the draft Amendment proposes is available on the Yarra City Council website.

The Minister for Planning referred draft Amendment C318yara to the Yarra Activity Centres Standing Advisory Committee for advice on 18 October 2026. The letter of referral is available under Documents on this page.

Committee members

Public hearing

The Committee will hold a Directions Hearing at 10am on Wednesday 11 November 2026. The Directions Hearing notification letter is available under Documents on this page which includes details about the venue and a Microsoft Teams link to observe by video.

The main Hearing is expected to commence from 2 December 2026. Details and exact dates for the main Hearing will be published on this page following the Directions Hearing.

Documents

Terms of reference

Letter of referral

Correspondence

Legal Assistance Pilot Program

The Legal Assistance Service is a new pilot program for PPV hearings, offering no-cost or low-cost legal assistance to eligible submitters. The options for legal assistance can range from preliminary advice, review of documents and assistance with preparing submissions, and representation at a hearing. The scope of assistance and fee arrangements will be discussed directly with the barristers who will be engaged by direct brief.  Foley’s List is facilitating the pilot program.

The Legal Assistance Service aims to assist eligible participants in PPV processes. Foley’s List will discuss next steps directly with those who submit an enquiry form. Further information can be found on our Legal Assistance Service webpage.

Accessibility and assistance

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Page last updated: 23/10/26