The Planning Matters Alliance Tasmania (PMAT) is a growing network of over 60 community groups from across Tasmania, united with a common concern over the weakening of the state’s planning laws and the need for a shared vision for our future.

To achieve the best future for Tasmania and all Tasmanians, PMAT believes the land use planning system must be underpinned by the six key principles, outlined in our Platform document.

PMAT believes that an effective land use planning system is one which provides for economic development that respects our local amenity and character, safeguards our natural and cultural heritage, our sense of place, our brand, and allows the Tasmanian community to participate transparently in planning and development decisions that affect their future.

PMAT believes that together, we can ensure Tasmanians have a say in a planning system that prioritises the health and well-being of the whole community, the liveability of our cities, towns and rural areas, and the protection of the natural environment and cultural heritage.

PMAT in principle supports Tasmania forming a Tasmanian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (TasCAT).