Maribyrnong City Council has lodged an objection to the Ministerial planning application for the proposed expansion of NEXTDC.

‘We recognise the role data infrastructure plays in supporting Victoria’s economy. But this proposal, in Council’s view, does not adequately reflect the protection of the surrounding environment, specifically Stony Creek.’

Read the full statement here.

Submission for objections is open until 11 April 2026. 

Anyone who is directly impacted by this development can make a formal objection by emailing: development.assessment@transport.vic.gov.au

Please quote ‘Ministerial Permit PA2604231’ and also cc in the following members in your submission:
katie.hall@parliament.vic.gov.au
Sel.Sanli@parliament.vic.gov.au
Cr.Pereyra@maribyrnong.vic.gov.au
Mayor.Councillors.Office@maribyrnong.vic.gov.au
Cr.Meredith@maribyrnong.vic.gov.au
Cr.Tiwari@maribyrnong.vic.gov.au
senator.ayres@aph.gov.au
andrew.charlton.mp@aph.gov.au
sonya.kilkenny@parliament.vic.gov.au

Every submission matters and helps build a stronger community case. 

And to the supporters of the West Footscray community, we thank you for taking the time to help sign and share this petition. 

Image: Stony Creek, bulldozed by NextDC development, February 2026