On a recent episode of ABC TV’s Q&A, I was pleased to be able to contribute to a robust debate on growth in Australia.
With an increasing population, regional cities like Newcastle have the opportunity to capitalise and boost their local economy.
This is why we welcomed the government’s announcement that they are producing a business case to examine ways to reduce the train travel time between Newcastle and Sydney.
This reiterated the Property Council’s responses to the state government Greater Newcastle Metropolitan Plan and the Greater Newcastle Future Transport Plan, in which we called on greater investment in infrastructure to support increased development in the region.
With all its attractions, including its own university and proximity to Sydney, Newcastle is in a prime position to continue to grow as a showcase regional city in Australia.
