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Residents say a meeting held at Kariong by the Department of Planning, Housing and Industry lacked meaningful community involvement
The Draft Central Coast Conservation Plan, now on public exhibition until November 11, has sparked widespread concern among residents,environment groups, and Traditional Custodians, who warn that the plan threatens both biodiversity and cultural heritage. The draft plan covers 3,069ha
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