With the demolition of Bruce Hall scheduled by ANU, and approvals given, the Bruce Hall Alumni sought urgent advice on the likely social significance of Bruce Hall. Chris Johnston documented the requirements for assessing social significance under legislation and best practice guidance, reviewed the assessments that had been undertaken in the Statement of Heritage Impact and considering the available evidence, concluded that there was substantial evidence of strong and special associations for social and cultural reasons. [Source: Context Pty Ltd]

ANU proceeded to demolish Bruce Hall.