BY SHY-ANN ARKINSTALL
The Independent Planning Commission have reopened public submissions for the Martins Creek Quarry Project for locals to have their say.
The proposed expansion would see a further 1.1 million tonnes of material excavated, which could in turn bring more jobs to the local community.
However, Labor Candidate for the Upper Hunter Peree Watson has spoken to locals who have voiced concerns about the increased wear on local roads and how this could affect the community.
"Of course we don't want to say that we don't want businesses operating or we don't want jobs, but it should be done in a way that is mindful of the community around and it shouldn't be at the expense of the local community," she said.
Locals have also voiced concerns about the effect of this project on the local infrastructure and how this would impact daily life.
"The community is concerned about the traffic movements and the impacts that will have on their small community and their way of life. It's really important that everyone has their say so that the commissioner can hear how this development will impact their everyday life," she said.
Ms Watson said with the state already severely backed up in infrastructure and road repair costs, it is important to preserve local roads which are often forgotten by the government.
Public submissions close on January 30.
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