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MOUNT DRUITT ST MARYS LOCAL BUSINESS AWARDS FINALISTS FEATURE
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BATTERY STORAGE FACILITY SPARKS ENVIRONMENTAL CONCERNS
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Photo: Melinda Jane.
A new battery storage facility slated for Mulgoa Valley could be a major boost for the power grid, but locals have a number of concerns, with the impact on the local environment a key worry. Emily Chate reports on Page 5.
BAD JUMPERS, GOOD CAUSE Fundraiser: Page 20
YOUR WEEKLY PANTHERS FIX Extra Time: Starts Page 37 ADVERTISEMENT
TAKING ON THE WORLD BMX event: Page 86