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Submissions

As the representative voice of the tourism, transport, aviation and investment sectors, Tourism & Transport Forum (TTF) supports its policy agenda with regular submissions to industry reviews and inquiries.

Submission to NSW Planning Review Green Paper

SEPTEMBER 2012: TTF's response to the NSW Planning Review Green Paper.
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Response to the NSW Planning Review Issues Paper

MARCH 2012: TTF's response to the NSW Planning System Review Issues Paper.
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Submission for the Open Sydney Discussion Paper

DECEMBER 2011: TTF's submission for the City of Sydney's Open Sydney night-time economy discussion paper.
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Submission to the NSW Visitor Economy Taskforce

DECEMBER 2011: TTF's submission to the NSW Visitor Economy Taskforce to inform the NSW government’s Tourism and Events Industry Action Plan.
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Submission to the National Cultural Policy

NOVEMBER 2011: TTF welcomes the opportunity to provide comment to the National Cultural Policy Discussion Paper. TTF recognises the intrinsic links between tourism and our creative industries and cultural attractions.
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Taxing Times: A Position Paper

SEPTEMBER 2011: Presented at the federal government's Tax Summit, this paper outlines TTF's position on taxation issues affecting the tourism, transport and aviation sectors.
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Bay of Fires National Park

TTF supports the establishment of a Bay of Fires National Park - however, a number of issues must be addressed in relation to funding, management and infrastructure provision.
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Submission to the Productivity Commission

This submission presents TTF's response to the Productivity Commission’s Annual Review of Regulatory Burdens on Business.
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Victorian Rail Inquiry

Significant and timely investment in rail infrastructure is required to ensure Melbourne remains mobile.
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Senate Public Transport Inquiry

Historically, underinvestment in Australian transport systems has been the result of a lack of a co-ordinated national approach to transport infrastructure.
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Draft Disability Standards

This submission provides information to the inquiry into the Draft Disability (Access to Premises - Buildings) Standards on behalf of TTF members.
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ABS Review of Industry Statistics

TTF's submission provides a strong justification for the maintenance of collections in the areas of tourism and hospitality.
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Tourism Infrastructure Policy and Priorities

Tourism infrastructure is critical to the industry’s ongoing contribution to national economic, social and environmental goals.
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Submission to the Henry Tax Review

Australia must have an internationally competitive tax system if it is to meet the challenges of today and the future.
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North West Sydney Transport Inquiry

The urban profile of North West Sydney shows a systemic failures of land-use policies for this area over several decades.
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Draft Subregional Strategy for Sydney City

TTF supports the Draft Subregional Strategy's focus on the sustainable growth of business and leisure capacity.
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Sydney Olympic Park Master Plan 2030

The Sydney Olympic Park Master Plan 2030 provides a framework to secure the future of SOP as a premium venue for major events.
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Submission to the Sydney CBD Mobility Forum

Traffic congestion, rising fuel prices and transport-related greenhouse gas emissions are taking their toll on Sydney.
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Gold Coast Rapid Transit - Policy Paper

The Gold Coast City Council, Queensland and Federal Governments have committed to light rail for the Gold Coast Rapid Transit system, with construction now underway on the Gold Coast University Hospital station shell.
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Tourism Western Australia - Tourism 2020

Western Australia must focus on its comparative advantages in tourism and address constraints to growth.
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East-West Link Needs Assessment

TTF considers the East-West Link needs assessment to be a thorough and far-reaching study into the future transport needs of Melburnians.
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Future Melbourne Draft Plan

The Future Melbourne Initiative will put Melbourne at the forefront of sustainable development in Australia.
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Queensland Network Review

The Queensland Network Review is a timely response to the state's changing tourism landscape.
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South Australian Tourism Commission Strategic Plan

The South Australian Tourism Commission (SATC) review process demonstrates that the agency is responsive to changing industry needs.
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Review of Export Policies and Programs

Australia's export policies and programs have a critical impact on our ability to attract investment in the economy.
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Role of the National Capital Authority

The NCA plays a crucial role in ensuring the effective promotion of the nation’s capital.
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North West Metro

The proposed North West Metro is integral to Sydney’s continued economic development.
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Moreton Bay Marine Park

Moreton Bay attracts around $500 million in tourist expenditure each year.
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Review of Taxi Fares in NSW

The taxi service in NSW is of a poor standard and must be improved.
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Victoria Road Upgrade

Victoria Road is a vital transport link for communities in Sydney's inner west.
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Improving the NSW Planning System

Reform is needed to enable the private sector to develop and upgrade tourism product.
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