10 September 2024
A bill to ‘Save the Crown and Anchor’ has passed the State’s Upper House with support of the Greens.
As part of an agreement between the Government and the Greens:
- The Government supported Greens’ amendments to apply penalties for potential damage or neglect of the building (up to $1m for a body corporate, $500K for an individual) and to give the Heritage Minister the power to issue repair orders
- The Government has agreed to support a Greens-led Parliamentary Inquiry into the challenges facing the live music industry in the state
Quotes attributable to Greens Planning Spokesperson, Robert Simms MLC
“Today’s outcome represents a win for people power. We welcome the Government listening to the views of the community and moving to protect this iconic pub.
This is just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to the flaws in our planning system and the Greens will continue to fight for laws that serve the community, rather than developers.”
“The amendments we have secured will offer important protection to the Cranker and safeguard the building from any future demolition by neglect. The amendments ensure that the Cranker is given the same protections as those that apply to state heritage places when it comes to the issuing of repair orders and fines for non-compliance. This is an important level of protection that will prevent the building from facing the fate of so many dilapidated landmarks in the city.”
Quotes attributable to Greens Arts Spokesperson, Tammy Franks MLC
“Sadly, the Crown and Anchor isn’t the only venue in the city that has been facing an uncertain future. The recent surge in venue closures has been a severe blow to South Australia’s cultural infrastructure. This Select Committee will allow us to delve into the challenges these venues face and ensure our local creative scene remains vibrant and sustainable.
Live music and creative venues in South Australia are the places we see local musicians, comedians and artists hone their craft, create their audiences, and build our vibrant communities.
We need to understand why so many venues are closing, recognise their cultural and economic impact, and how we can better support our artists and creative communities. These spaces are vital for nurturing creativity and culture.”