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Locals Argue AI Outperforms $2 Million Plan for Historic Site

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Locals are fighting against an office plan that would bulldoze a historic 19th-century flour mill - but who actually makes the final decision?

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The article examines a community-led initiative that utilizes AI to propose alternatives to a $2 million development plan threatening a historic flour mill. This situation highlights AI's capabilities in urban planning and community decisions, challenging traditional development processes. Although the focus is on a local heritage case, it indirectly points to the broader implications AI could have on decision-making in public policy. The relevance to AI safety is limited, as the article primarily addresses community advocacy and preservation rather than potential catastrophic AI risks or governance frameworks.

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Who did it better?: Locals insist AI trumps $2m plan for historic gemLocals are fighting against an office plan that would bulldoze a historic 19th-century flour mill – but who actually makes the final decision? All your news for a great price Unlock this story and more with your subscription Full Digital Access What’s included Unlimited articles on app & web Subscriber-exclusive newsletters A digital version of Today’s paper Enjoy games & puzzles SuperCoach Plus stats & analysis while playing Pay As You Go No lock-in contract $4 for 4 weeksThen $32 charged every 4 weeks.* *Read the fine print Full Digital Access $4 charged for a duration of 4 weeks, after which it automatically renews at $32 charged every 4 weeks. Renewals occur unless cancelled as per full Terms and Conditions. Each payment, once made, is non-refundable, subject to law. Not in conjunction with any other offer. New customers only. Prices after any early discounted periods may be varied as per full Terms and Conditions. See www.advertiser.com.au/subscriptionterms for full details. GREAT OFFER 12 Month Plan Lock in and save $128 over 12 months^ $5 a week for 12 months($260 min. cost) charged as $20 every 4 weeks. Then $20 charged every 4 weeks.* ^Discount calculated in comparison to the Pay As You Go Offer on this page. *Read the fine print Full Digital Access 12 Month Plan costs $260 (min. cost) for the first 12 months, charged as $20 every 4 weeks. This automatically renews after the first 12 months to be charged as $20 (min. cost) every 4 weeks. Renewals occur unless cancelled as per full Terms and Conditions. No cancellations during the first 12 months. Each payment, once made, is non-refundable, subject to law. Not in conjunction with any other offer. Prices after the first 12 months may be varied as per full Terms and Conditions. See www.advertiser.com.au/subscriptionterms for full details. Read every article Full app & web access 24/7 Today’s paper Read the paper online exactly as it was printed Newsletters Subscriber exclusive news emails straight to your inbox News from our network Enjoy access to 11 of our news sites (exc. The Australian) Read every article Full app & web access 24/7 Today’s paper Read the paper online exactly as it was printed Newsletters Subscriber exclusive news emails straight to your inbox News from our network Enjoy access to 11 of our news sites (exc. The Australian) Pay As You Go $4 for 4 weeksThen $32 charged every 4 weeks.* Subscribe now Other subscription options Print + Digital Subscriptions Corporate Subscriptions Your Selection: $0 Your Selection – Change selection Today’s Total $0 Read the fine print Terms and Conditions Sorry, we are unable to process your request at this time. Please try again later.