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Topic: Al Ain master plan

Al Ain residents told to get rid of illegal veggie patches

Jan 09, 2013

The Al Ain Municipality has launched a campaign to remove all illegal gardens from the city. Read Article Al Ain residents told to get rid of illegal veggie patches

Flying Dutchman sails into the desert

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Aug 29, 2011

Hili Fun City in Al Ain had gone from fab to drab over the course of its 25 years in business. Families were turning their back on the once-popular attraction - until a tourism developer breathed new life into the rides, landscaping and entertainment. Read Article Flying Dutchman sails into the desert

Tram and train system on track for Al Ain

May 10, 2010

Programme would link with nation's planned rail network towards Plan 2030 and coerce residents out of their cars. Read Article Tram and train system on track for Al Ain

An oasis of ideas from public for Al Ain's future

AD201010701269821AR-Developing oases as tourist spots was one of the points

Jan 27, 2010

Focus groups sit down with planners in consultations over development to cope with population forecast to more than double over 20 years. Read Article An oasis of ideas from public for Al Ain's future

 

Downtown Al Ain beautification project stalled

AD201010701019699AR-beautification works that are now behind schedule.

Jan 01, 2010

An ambitious infrastructure project in Al Ain's downtown district is expected to be completed "very soon", according to civic officials. Read Article Downtown Al Ain beautification project stalled

 

Bus service to launch in Al Ain

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Jul 21, 2009

The Department of Transport will expand from four routes to 17, along with connections to Dubai and Sharjah. Read Article Bus service to launch in Al Ain

 

Residents say Al Ain's past is key to its future

AD200910722313481AR-Mariam Al Shamsi, nine, watches the fish from her vantage

Apr 10, 2009

Some praise the emphaisis on the oasis city's unique character, while others urge caution and worry about prices and overcrowding. Read Article Residents say Al Ain's past is key to its future

 

Modernisation, but not too much

AD200910286497597AR-A photograph of Al Ain in the 1960s.

Apr 09, 2009

An extensive and ambitious vision for the city's growth, Plan Al Ain 2030 is founded on the overarching principle of sustainable and considered development that will not compromise the city's character. Read Article Modernisation, but not too much

 

City retains essence of centuries-old culture

Apr 09, 2009

The "Garden City of the Arabian Gulf" is today also an oasis of Emirati culture among the urban centres of the UAE. Read Article City retains essence of centuries-old culture

 

Residents see little room for improvement

AD200910547496129AR-Mohammed al Shamsi plays with his children, Hamda and Naeema,

Apr 09, 2009

The release of the Plan Al Ain 2030 marks a crossroads in the future of the oasis city. Residents have welcomed changes but hope the city retains its special character. Read Article Residents see little room for improvement

 

Al Ain plan foresees trebling of population

Apr 09, 2009

Development will focus on attracting residents and tourists through quality of life and a unique cultural heritage. Read Article Al Ain plan foresees trebling of population

 

Al Ain's 20-year master plan revealed

Apr 08, 2009

Government unveils guidelines that will dictate Al Ain's development over the next two decades without sacrificing city's character. Read Article Al Ain's 20-year master plan revealed

 

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