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Sydney's Civic Square Faces Political Hurdle | Australia News
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- Sep 17, 2026
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Sydney’s $150 million civic square project is in deep trouble after the state government suddenly intervenes, calling its demolition of seven CBD buildings “state significant” and referring it to a commission for final approval. Lord Mayor Clover Moore calls the move “extraordinary,” accusing the NSW government of blocking progress since the 1980s — especially with an election looming. While the council insists it’s followed all procedures and the plaza design includes native plants and water features, critics like Business NSW argue the money should go to urgent housing needs. The Independent Planning Commission now holds the power to decide the project’s fate — and whether taxpayers will foot the bill for a vision that’s already been decades in the making. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Sources: https://www.smh.com.au/national/nsw/clover-moore-lashes-nsw-government-s-extraordinary-intervention-in-town-hall-square-20260917-p60y9b.html More coverage & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/9604f44d2378ec53 Report issues to [email protected].