This is the consultation that the State Government doesn't want you to have!

“Stop the Chop” Community forum, Sunday 21 September. Hear the facts, put your question(s) to a panel of experts. Find out what’s at risk from State Government bulldozers and chainsaws.

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Characterised as a “hostile takeover” the State Government has cleared all legal obstacles to permit a loss of biodiversity and large intrusive new buildings, infrastructure and more car parks on an enormous area of your Open Green Public spaces.

The haste and extraordinary breadth of this Park Lands takeover flies in the face of many checks and balances of good government, including many of the State Government’s own policies, rules and laws.

An expert golf course designer has estimated that 60% of thousands of trees in the area would have to be felled, to widen and lengthen all fairways.

The legal takeover means there is no requirement for the State Government to consult with the public.  Nevertheless, it’s time you had your say.

A public forum on Sunday 21 September is designed to provide space for genuine dialogue between the public, experts, and elected representatives.

We have invited Government representatives and experts to explain what’s likely to happen to this Park; and invite you to ask questions and have your say.

Panel invitations have gone to:

• Kaurna Elder, Tim Agius;
• Planning Minister, Nick Champion
• Lord Mayor, Jane Lomax-Smith;
• Member for Adelaide, Lucy Hood;
• Ecologist, Kathryn Hill;
• Golf course designer, Peter Dalkeith Scott;
• Executive Director, Doctors for the Environment, Dr Kate Wylie; and
• APA President, Sarah Russo.

When you book your free ticket, you'll be invited to suggest a question to go to one or more of these panellists.

The event is due to be held on Sunday 21 September from 11am to 1pm at the North Adelaide Community Centre in Tynte Street.

Seating is limited, so please reserve your place by registering here: https://events.humanitix.com/stop-the-chop-community-forum

Registration is free, but needed to guarantee your spot.