DEAR News Of The Area,
IT appears the NSW Government’s primary criteria in the redevelopment of the Coffs Harbour Jetty Foreshores is that it must be a self-funding project.
Hence, the proposal to sell off part of the farm to developers to pay for it.
Nice thought, although it is against the polled decision of 70 percent of the local community.
Once it’s gone, it’s gone.
There is ample other land available in Coffs Harbour for residential development.
Also, this funding strategy is totally inconsistent with other current similar developments by the NSW Government.
Recently, the Arts Minister announced that the forecourt of the State Library has $25M funding for a revamp to transform it into a vibrant and cultural destination.
Sounds surprisingly like the vision for the Jetty Foreshores.
Only difference is it is not selling off any of the State Library forecourt for multi-storey residential development to fund it.
Also recently, the Planning Minister stopped the sale of foreshore land in his own electorate.
The people of the City of Coffs Harbour have every right to feel rejected; not only by the Labor Party State Government, but by the National Party led Council.
Let the Planning Minister know your thoughts: office@scully.minister.nsw.gov.au.
Regards,
David WOODBURY,
Moonee Beach.
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