How To Object
We repeatedly asked for guidance on planning – we could only object on planning grounds. The problem is no one would tell us what planning grounds were.
Questions weren’t answered or even heard. Instead they were ‘addressed’ which means dismissed. We were not treated fairly – 3 minutes to present such difficult information.
The inequality in the Quarterlands case is stark: a well-funded developer team, backed by hired experts and high-profile legal representation, stands against a small community group of unpaid volunteers. While the developer submitted professional reports, hired a King’s Counsel to challenge local findings, and relied on a support staff for logistics, community members had only three minutes to voice environmental and infrastructural concerns. This limited opportunity, coupled with dismissive responses, left little room to counter misleading claims or highlight specific local issues impacting biodiversity, climate, and sewerage inadequacies.
Drumbeg’s planning process has been marred by misinformation and unfathomable practices. Transparency is crucial for fair decision-making—sign the petition to demand accountability from the council.
For more context, visit Quarterlands.
