Sand bags did their job but threat far from over for Stockton

Matthew Kelly
Updated February 17 2020 - 11:48am, first published February 16 2020 - 7:00pm
Under attack: A row of sandbags in front of Lexie's Cafe. The protection held up reasonably well on the weekend but the threat is far from over. Picture: Max Mason-Hubers
Under attack: A row of sandbags in front of Lexie's Cafe. The protection held up reasonably well on the weekend but the threat is far from over. Picture: Max Mason-Hubers

A combination of solid planning and good fortune saved Stockton from another devastating erosion event on the weekend.

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Matthew Kelly

Matthew Kelly

Journalist

Matthew Kelly has worked as a journalist for more than 25 years. He has been working as a general reporter at the Newcastle Herald since 2018. In recent years he has reported on subjects including environment, energy, water security, manufacturing and higher education. He has previously covered issues including the health and environmental impacts of uncovered coal wagons in the Hunter Valley, the pollution of legacy of former industrial sites and freedom of information issues.

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