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Celebrating 19 Years of Parker Scanlon
Monday 13 April 2026
Just before the long weekend, we celebrated our company’s 19th anniversary. This year, we were lucky enough that our anniversary date, the 2nd of April, fell on a day when the tides were working in our favour. This allowed us to pass under the Hexham Bridge (southbound) and embark on...
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75 Years of the Planning Institute of Australia
Monday 30 March 2026
This year marks 75 years of the Planning Institute of Australia supporting planners and shaping the future of our cities and regions. Congratulations to PIA on this significant milestone!
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When Is a Crime Risk Assessment Required for Developments in NSW?
Wednesday 25 March 2026
Crime risk assessments are often referred to as Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) or Safer by Design reports are an established part of the development assessment process in New South Wales (NSW). While not required for every development, consent authorities must consider whether a proposal is likely to increase...
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2026 NSW Surveying Update, What’s Changing and Why It Matters
Monday 16 March 2026
We recently shared a post on how the Planning System Reforms Act 2025 is reshaping assessment pathways and timeframes, linked below. The surveying sector is undergoing a parallel shift driven by Digital Plans Reform, the Surveying & Spatial Information Regulation 2024, and clearer, stricter expectations around Section 45 and Section...
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Parker Scanlon Company Splash!
Friday 13 March 2026
A Thursday afternoon gathering saw Newcastle Outrigger Canoe Club (NOCC) host staff in a paddle out on windy Newcastle Harbour.Crewing three OC6 (6 paddler) training canoes, the usually land-locked surveyors and office staff hit the water for a bit of water sport fun and exercise.Paddlers were coached in paddle technique,...
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Celebrating St Jude’s Impact
Tuesday 3 March 2026
Last night, Mark Scanlon our Managing Director attended an impactful evening with the Gosford North Rotary Club who hosted Gemma Sisia, the inspiring founder of The School of St Jude in Tanzania (East Africa). With more than 90 attendees in the room, Gemma shared the remarkable story of how the...
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135 Years of Surveyors NSW
Tuesday 24 February 2026
Last week, Managing Director Mark Scanlon, and Registered Surveyor Joe Holt, attended a thought‑provoking industry event hosted by the Institution of Surveyors NSW, who are proudly celebrating an incredible 135 years of supporting and shaping the profession. With core values grounded in Custodianship, Unity, Source of Truth, and Pioneer, the...
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Understanding NSW’s New Assessment Timeframes and what the 2025–2026 Planning Reforms Really Mean for Applicants
Thursday 19 February 2026
NSW is undergoing the most significant transformation of its planning system in more than four decades, with the Planning System Reforms Act 2025 now in effect and implementation rolling out through 2026, developers, planners, and councils are seeing major changes to how, and how fast, applications are assessed. The reform...
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Working Together for a Safer, Stronger Community
Tuesday 10 February 2026
At Parker Scanlon, we’re proud to have been engaged to prepare the Beaumont Street Precinct (Hamilton) Community Safety Audit, working alongside residents, representatives, and council community groups. This isn’t about highlighting negatives, it is a proactive, positive look at how we can continue to make our suburb even more welcoming...
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Three Common Mistakes That Delay Council Approval
Tuesday 3 February 2026
Our Town Planning Team wanted to share with you three recurring mistakes that can significantly slow down council assessment time frames and hinder the way a proposal is prepared and presented to Council. Delays in the development approval process are a common frustration for applicants. While some factors are outside...
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Our 2025 Photo Competition Winners
Tuesday 27 January 2026
Each year, our Parker Scanlon Water Bottle photo competition is a chance to enjoy some friendly competition and 2025 certainly didn’t disappoint.This year’s entries impressed us with their creativity, storytelling, and originality, making the judging process, exciting, challenging and a laugh!From stunning coastal scenes to clever, light‑hearted concepts, the range...
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Stepping into 2026
Thursday 15 January 2026
As we step into 2026, we’re taking a moment to reflect on the incredible journey that has brought us here. After nineteen years of operation, we enjoy looking back at the vision Bill Parker and Mark Scanlon shared. To foster an environment that not only delivers exceptional outcomes but also...
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