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Darebin Appropriate Development Association Charter (November, 2022)   Since 2005 Darebin Appropriate Development Association DADA, is a group of residents of Darebin concerned with inappropriate development. DADA represents and provides assistance to residents who might feel unheard and powerless when development is happening near them. DADA acts to preserve the nature and character of our welcoming community and influence planning at all levels of government to ensure appropriate … Read More.. about About DADA

Preston Market Update: 22nd March 2021

Darebin Council voted to support the community position to leave Preston Market where it is, ensure protection of Preston Market’s heritage features and fabric and to set mandatory height limits on the site.

A last Councillor Rennie comes clean on her preferred position to demolish and rebuild the market.

DADA has been very clear that we do not believe this will guarantee the continuation of the market.

Both Councillor Rennie and Newton show their ignorance of the planning term ‘Mandatory Height Limit/s’.

You can watch the meeting discussion here: