Australian Institute of Urban Studies (AIUS) City Briefing 21

With the State election less than a year away and the Government widely criticised for its inadequacies, Opposition policy holds more than usual interest for those involved in one aspect or another of New South Wales’ economic viability and future direction.

Brad Hazzard MP, the Opposition's Shadow Minister for Planning, will speak to us about Opposition Planning Policy.

Mr Hazzard is an experienced parliamentarian, having been first elected to the NSW Parliament in 1991. He began his professional life as a science teacher, and while teaching at North Sydney Boys' and other high schools studied Law at UNSW. He graduated with a Master of Laws degree from Sydney University in 1984 and practised as a solicitor before becoming the Member for Wakehurst. Brad has held a number of shadow portfolios and was given responsibility for Planning in April 2007.