BY IAN CROUCH
A controversial development at a popular Merewether hotel has been approved by the Land and Environment Court after initially being rejected by Newcastle Council.
The $3 million renovation of the Beach Hotel included plans to have the ground floor open until 3.00am every night except Sunday - a move opposed by many nearby residents and some councillors.
The hotel's liquor licence allows it to trade until 3.00am which cannot be amended by council.
The hotel's licensee and Council have reached agreement to allow the extended trading hours with limitations on live and recorded music and the provision of security guards and a courtesy bus.
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| An artist's impression of a $3mil refurbishment of the Beach Hotel which has been given approval to have its ground floor open until 3.00am 6 nights a week. |
