ACT: Golf course seniors development expected to go ahead

Aug 12 2010 Updated July 4, 2023

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Another golf course development looks likely to get the green light. Belconnen golf course, near Holt, is in the final stages of planning approval for a residential development that includes seniors living. A joint venture between the club and Madison Development Company (MDC), the initial plans are for 300-350 homes comprising of independent living units, townhouses and villas.

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