Molonglo Town Centre Master Plan progress but immediate barriers remain
ACT Government released Molonglo Town Centre Master Plan for Canberra growth area, but builders and developers face ongoing barriers that limit immediate project impact.
What does the Molonglo Town Centre Master Plan mean for ACT builders?
Builders and developers in ACT need to understand that despite planning progress, immediate barriers mean limited short-term work opportunities in this growth area.
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