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of the people must reflect:
       * the political and cultural role of Australia's Capital
       * federation and Australian democracy
       * the achievements of individual Australians in all areas of endeavour
       * the diversity of Australia, its peoples, natural environments, cultures and heritage
       * the unique qualities of Australian creativity and craftsmanship.
The place of the people must have:
       * a sense of scale, dignity and openness
       * a cohesive and comprehensible layout
       * a large forum for public ceremony and debate
       * intimate, enjoyable spaces for individuals and groups
       * a dynamic program of national, state and regional events
       * accessible and affordable public facilities.
To realise the Parliamentary Zone as the place of the people it will be important to:
       * balance politics and culture
       * welcome people
       * celebrate Australian history and society
       * represent Australian excellence
       * emphasise the importance of the public realm
       * make access easy and open
       * reinforce the integrity of the visual structure
       * strengthen the relationship between buildings and landscape
       * create a variety of urban spaces
       * establish comprehensive design management polices for the future.
For each of these objectives, stated intentions that will guide all developmental and cultural and physical planning and management are as follows.
Objective                                                         Intention
Balance politics and culture                                      locate national cultural institutions and key government agencies in the place of the people
                                                                  facilitate the staging of cultural and political events, activities and ceremonies provide opportunities to recognise Australian endeavour
Welcome people                                                    encourage the diverse population of Australia to visit
                                                                  provide spaces that are pleasant and sheltered
                                                                  improve the level of amenity and engender vitality (cafés, events, picnic spaces, etcetera)
                                                                  establish a program of appropriate events and activities in quality venues
                                                                  provide visitor‑friendly  public transport and car parking
                                                                  discourage through‑traffic  and encourage pedestrians and cyclists
                                                                  make it easy for people to find their destination
Celebrate Australian history and society                          create ceremonial and community events that reflect our nation's history, spirit and aspirations
                                                                  recognise the rich history and contribution of the Indigenous Australian people and of our multicultural society
                                                                  provide opportunities for people to interpret the role of government, the history of our nation and Australian achievement
                                                                  foster a sense of affinity and attachment to the National Capital
                                                                  conserve the unique heritage of the Parliamentary Zone for future generations
Represent Australian excellence                                   encourage the exemplary use of Australian innovation, creativity and diversity
                                                                  use Australian materials and craftsmanship
                                                                  demonstrate sustainable management practices
                                                                  adopt leading practice design and architecture
Emphasise the importance of the public realm                      encourage pedestrian activity
                                                                  improve the amenity of the open spaces
                                                                  establish a variety of public spaces that will support a range of activities
                                                                  establish a hierarchy of public spaces with the Land Axis