David Allingham, Director of Development Services, concluded his impactful 12-year journey at Brighton Council in October. His time at Brighton was defined by vision, dedication and a strong commitment to community-cen­tered planning.

David began his career at Brigh­ton as a Planning Officer in 2013, immersing himself in a variety of projects across multiple councils. This hands-on experience exposed him to a broad range of planning needs and approaches. His eager­ness to learn and contribute led him to take on strategic projects, a path that ultimately advanced him from Planning and Strategic Projects Officer to Senior Planner, and eventually to Director.

One of David’s proudest achieve­ments at Brighton was his work on the Bridgewater Parklands. This project marked his first time overseeing a high-quality master­plan for public space, with a focus on creating exceptional parks for a historically underserved commu­nity. David not only managed the masterplan process but also suc­cessfully secured grants to bring this vision to life.

Looking back, David fondly reflects on the people and culture at Brigh­ton, which fostered a collaborative and supportive environment. The camaraderie among colleagues, along with the opportunity to take strategic risks, made his time at Brighton both rewarding and fulfilling.

As David transitions to the pri­vate sector, he looks forward to directly shaping masterplans and collaborating with stakeholders invested in impactful, large-scale projects across Greater Hobart and Tasmania. He is deeply grateful to the Brighton staff and community, whose collaboration played a key role in every achievement.