The ACT Civil and Administrative Tribunal (ACAT) is an independent tribunal established under the ACT Civil and Administrative Tribunal Act 2008.

One of its roles is to review certain ACT Government decisions, including decisions on development applications. ACAT operates independently of both the ACT Planning Authority and the developer.

The review process includes a directions hearing to identify the issues and set a timetable, and a preliminary conference to explore whether the matter can be resolved by agreement.

Both steps have now been completed for this project. As no agreement was reached, the matter will proceed to a public hearing scheduled for early November 2026.

ACAT can confirm or vary the original decision, or set it aside. If it sets the decision aside, it can make a replacement decision or refer the matter back to the original decision-maker for reconsideration.

The Guide to ACAT review of planning decisions explains the process in more detail.

The ACAT review must be resolved before we can confirm the project’s next steps.

Where a development approval is subject to an ACAT review, the date it takes effect depends on the outcome of that review and any other applicable requirements, including approval conditions or lease variations. The ACT Planning factsheet explains these requirements.

We lodged our application for review in late July 2026 and currently expect a decision in December 2026. This timing remains subject to ACAT’s process.

Once the decision is available, we will update this page with the outcome, what it means for the project’s future direction, and the next steps for the two remaining development applications, which are currently on hold pending the review’s resolution.

Published decisions can be found through ACAT’s decision search.

Englobo Group has asked ACAT to review the Planning Authority’s decision because this is the only pathway to deliver the vision for Gungahlin: a new destination for shopping, entertainment, work and living, all in one place.

We worked closely with the ACT Planning Authority throughout the assessment process . However, its decision does not allow us to deliver the project as designed. The review provides an opportunity for that decision to be independently reconsidered in consideration of improved planning outcomes and the social and economic benefits the project would bring to the Gungahlin district and community.

G2030 is the temporary name for Block 2 Section 11 Gungahlin in the heart of the Town Centre. The site is located at the corner of Hinder and Hibberson streets, with a total site area of 16,341 square metres. The project is being designed with a view to the aspirations of the Gungahlin community for day and night activation in the year 2030.

The proposal is for a mixed-use retail and entertainment precinct comprised of commercial (primary use), residential (350 apartments), hotel, office and short-stay accommodation.

Englobo Group Pty Ltd is the property developer.

The development includes a requirement to deliver 50 affordable apartments.

The retail mix will be shaped to meet the needs of a growing Gungahlin population and workforce, with a focus on high-quality dining, entertainment, and convenience offerings that complement the precinct’s 18-hour activation.

The proposed Office building is 10,000 sqm (that is up to 1,000 office workers plus the indirect employment created for retail and service workers) as part of a wider integrated mixed-use precinct designed around securing tenants on a floor or even partial floor basis. It will be the largest office building in the town centre, consistent with the Gungahlin Town Centre master plan, and achieves sustainability rating requirements for new building leases signed by Government departments. Larger purpose built Commonwealth Offices are earmarked in the planning system for Block 3 and Block 5 Section 231 within East Gungahlin.

A consultant team has been researching and drafting the master plan for several years with reference to local community preferences through focus groups and Gungahlin Community Council attendance, and ongoing input from government agencies.

Construction timeframes are subject to ACT Government approvals.

To minimise traffic impacts, the master plan has been shaped with input from expert transport planners and in consultation with Government agencies.

This has been considered and is under assessment in Development Application #1.

Improving carpark access has been a strong theme in community feedback. The proposal includes approximately 1,050 basement car spaces over three levels, in line with Territory planning requirements. Public parking will be available 24/7, with dedicated EV fast-charging provided on Basement Level 1.

Pedestrian and cycling connections will align with the Gungahlin Transport Plan (2024) and the Gungahlin Town Centre Active Travel Study (2022). The consultant team is working closely with ACT Government and Pedal Power ACT to deliver safe, high-quality active travel facilities within a clear travel hierarchy that prioritises people-friendly movement.

Hinder Street and its adjoining plaza will be reimagined as the community heart of the development. The design takes a holistic approach to the street, verge, and future Urban Plaza to create a vibrant civic space. A proposed Direct Sale of 764m² (under Section 46) is also being pursued through a separate process to enable the best planning outcome, improve land management, and ensure compatibility with the Territory Plan.

The site is within the CZ1: Core Zone. The proposal is being assessed under the Territory Plan (2023), including the E02 Commercial Zones Policy and the Gungahlin District Policy. The Housing Design Guide, Urban Design Guide, and Biodiversity Sensitive Urban Design Guide provide further direction for achieving high-quality outcomes consistent with the Gungahlin Town Centre vision.

The proposal is in alignment with the Crown Lease.

One tree will need to be removed, as part of an Environmental Significance Opinion process currently underway with the ACT Government.

The landscaping at Gungahlin 2030 is designed to put nature back at the centre of community life. Expansive tree canopy cover provides shade, comfort, and a greener outlook, while generous green spaces replace hard concrete with welcoming areas to relax and recharge. A new public park creates opportunities for play, gathering, and quiet reflection, while landscaped plazas and garden pockets set the stage for cultural events, markets, and social activation. More than just a backdrop, this lush environment is carefully planned to bring people together, foster community pride, and make Gungahlin a more vibrant and sustainable place to call home.

The internal public consultation program has now been completed, which included community engagement through a public presentation at a Gungahlin Community Council meeting. Up-to-date information will continue to be available on the Gungahlin 2030 website, and there will be further opportunities to engage throughout the project, including meeting with the developer and consultant team in person and online.

Yes. ENGLOBO has engaged Bagariin Ngunnawal Cultural Consulting to facilitate a walk on Country and provide cultural guidance. This process has informed the project’s placemaking principles and design response to ensure Country and culture are respected.