The state government has today pledged $1 million to address the erosion of Stockton Beach.
It follows the first meeting of Deputy Premier John Barilaro's Stockton Beach Taskforce earlier this month.
The Taskforce has backed three key actions, having already identified the best potential sand source - offshore dredging, to supply sand to replenish the beach.
The $1 million will go towards necessary exploration work to identify the most suitable supply of sand in the area and pay for the gathering of baseline environmental data for a future development application.
The third key action plan involves working towards minor amendments to the Offshore Minerals Act to be taken to Cabinet for approval which will allow offshore dredging to proceed.
Mr Barilaro said the NSW Government is determined to find a solution by working with both sides of Government as well as the community.
"I am grateful for the spirit of co-operation demonstrated from our first meeting, which has brought together Government agencies, local community leaders and representatives, and the port of Newcastle," he said.
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