The
Taskforce provides a forum for the views and ideas
of our members. It provides a vehicle through which
the membership can respond to policy initiatives
and debates on issues related to the to the urban
environment.
The
Urban Taskforce engages professional s to provide expert
opinions, advice and discussion documents in the following:
Monitoring and reporting
on planning developments;
Researching and gathering information
on relevant government policy;
Analysing and responding to legislative
and regulatory proposals;
Assessment of progress and outcomes
of Parliamentary Committee hearings;
Developing papers and materials relevant
to the effective passage of legislation; ;
Developing political and media strategies;
and
Appropriate political activities and
lobbying.
The Taskforce
holds a number of functions, such as seminars, lunches
and dinners throughout the year. The Taskforce invites
Ministers, MPs, government officials and industry leaders
to participate in these functions with Taskforce members.
