Alistair Coe MLA, Member for Ginninderra, welcomes the news that the Canberra Muslim Community are seeking another block of land, rather than proceeding with the proposed site in Nicholls.
“The proposed development in Nicholls was met with concern by residents due to the on-going traffic and parking issues in and around the shops,” said Mr Coe.
“The decision of CMC president, Mr Yusuf, takes into account the shortage of parking, excessive traffic on Kelleway Ave, relatively poor access to public transport and the small size of the block.
“Perhaps if the Government was not so obstructionist towards community groups when they seek blocks of land, community groups would not feel compelled to accept any block that is offered to them after years of jumping through hoops,” Mr Coe concluded.
