AirTrunk's $37m offer for Kurri Kurri comes with conditions, residents say
Community group RADIKKAL says AirTrunk's $37 million infrastructure offer depends on approval of its $3.7 billion data centre proposal.
A community group is fighting the proposed $3.7 billion data centre at Kurri Kurri. The group says AirTrunk's $37 million infrastructure fund comes with strings attached.
RADIKKAL says the fund, a $200 annual power bill rebate, and Bulldogs sponsorship all depend on project approval. RADIKKAL spokesperson Graeme Davies said: "These are not gifts."
Davies said most locals don't want the centre, and held-back money won't change that. AirTrunk says it adjusted its proposal based on feedback.
The fund was designed to fill a gap residents had raised. Submissions close November 11.
Last week, Cessnock City Council voted unanimously to object to the development.
- $3.7 billion
- Data centre cost
- $37 million
- Infrastructure fund
- $200 annually
- Power bill rebate
- November 11
- Submissions deadline
Why it mattersResidents choosing whether to approve a major development must weigh promised community benefits against a project many oppose.
AustraliaNSW residents at Kurri Kurri have until November 11 to lodge submissions on a state-significant $3.7 billion data centre development.
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