Becton plan pleases council

Melbourne City Council will not support the Carlton Residents' Association in its fight against Becton's controversial student accommodation development opposite the University of Melbourne. Councillor Catherine Ng said Becton's new plans had come a long way in answering the council's concerns. "There are still some changes we would like to see ... and we will be discussing these with Becton."

Planning Minister Mary Delahunty approved Becton's amended plan last month. The residents will submit an objection to the Victorian Civil and Administration Tribunal.