Metro Wollongong Precinct Study
JOC Consulting was commissioned by the Department of Planning and Environment to deliver the Metro Wollongong Precinct Study. The purpose of the independent study was to provide a framework for…
Mobile Vending and Outdoor Markets Feasibility Study
JOC Consulting has been commissioned to deliver a Feasibility Study on mobile vending and outdoor markets across the Waverley Local Government Area (LGA). We have teamed up with SGS Economics…
Local Character Symposium
The Department of Planning and Environment (DPE) is currently working on a range of initiatives to support a stronger focus on local character at all levels of the planning system.…
Engagement Pop-ups for Cultural Space across NSW
During the month of February, JOC Consulting is travelling across New South Wales to deliver 14 engagement pop-ups. In partnership with Left Bank Co, who are delivering stakeholder workshops, JOC…
Planning Australia’s Future Grid
In September 2016, a powerful storm caused major blackouts across South Australia and got many people interested in the security of Australia's electricity supply. Following these events a major Australian…
Planning for Creative Industries | GSC
JOC Consulting recently provided advice to the Greater Sydney Commission (Central District) regarding planning considerations for the creative industries. The GSC asked for an overview of current legislation affecting the creative industries and recommendations…
JOC YEAR IN REVIEW | 2016
We've had a big year at JOC with a growing team of incredible people and exciting projects to match. Thanks to everyone who we've had the pleasure of working with…
Panel: Art in Public Space
John was recently invited to speak on a panel, Composing Cities: Art in Public Space, hosted by SAMAG as part of their monthly seminar series. The sold out event discussed ways in…
Panel: ‘Design as Disruptor’
Last week I joined a panel for IxDA Sydney titled 'Design as Disruptor'. The event was organised as part of the University of Sydney Architecture, Design and Planning Thursday night lecture (TNL)…
Community Garden Policy & Guidelines
Over the past few weeks, JOC has been partnering with Cred Community Planning to engage Community Garden Committees, on behalf of the City of Sydney, and ask for their feedback on the…