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$250m Cranbourne South Hindu temple faces federal decision

15/12/2025

A proposed $250 million Hindu temple precinct in Cranbourne South’s green wedge has been referred to the Federal Government, with a decision now pending on whether the project requires Commonwealth approval under national environmental law. BAPS Swaminarayan Sanstha Australia proposed a Hindu temple precinct (BAPS…

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$250m Cranbourne South Hindu temple faces federal decision

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