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Abstract:
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(En)
This project is a feasibility study of ways in which the planning processes associated with rural development might be improved. It was initiated by the Sustainable Rural Development Program of Agriculture Western Australia, in the light of increasing competition and conflict between land users in the South-West Region. The coastal plain of the Region is experiencing rapid growth of residential areas, the mining and minerals processing industries, light industry and tourism. Rural communities have opportu
lues or understand its needs, and are vigorous in pursuing their own agenda in relation to land use. The Project has taken a broad view of planning. Planning is not just the land use planning system, or the planning of various politicians and government
gencies, but all those activities through which a community shapes its future. The Project set out to identify opportunities for improving planning processes for rural development and initiate action around these opportunities. The Project has worked wi
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