PlantBank comprises a conservation and research facility at the Australian Botanic Garden, Mount Annan. Urbis worked closely with the project team, which included Thinc Projects and BVN Architects, to facilitate the development application process. The development was approved by the South West Joint Regional Planning Panel in October 2011.
NSW Minister for the Environment, Robyn Parker, said PlantBank is vital for the future of Australian biodiversity. Located at the nation’s largest botanic garden, the $19.8 million scientific facility will Incorporate its largest native seedbank.
“While banks manage our money and futures, PlantBank at the Australian Botanic Garden, Mount Annan will invest in nature,” Ms Parker said. ”Millions of living seeds will be collected and deposited to preserve Australia’s biodiversity and establish a hub for research into the survival needs and life-giving properties of our plants.”
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