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| Source: Lakes Mail |
A lavish development by Johnson Property Group in Lake Macquarie has upset many locals.
The proposal of a helipad for Trinity Point has residents concerned for the surrounding environment.
Opponents believe the construction will be a nuisance and insulting to those who do not have access.
However, the developers believe a helipad will keep the five-star resort competitive and enticing to the millionaires it is marketed to.
Morisset Park and District Action Group President Tom Dumbrell says the town "...has been a tranquil, peaceful area that's basically been destroyed by the development... and a helicopter pad is just going to make it far worse.".
The helipad will be allowed a maximum of eight movements a day with no use during the night.
JPG recognised there were concerns but they were only sourced from misinformation.
Planning Director Bryan Garland says, "We've done a very technical and detailed noise assessment, and the noise is acceptable by the standards in which governments dictate."
Lake Macquarie MP Greg Piper is sceptical there will be any more than 38 movements a week but admits his opposition to the helipad regarding the concern of noise.
