Newcastle Council Maintains Outdoor Dining Fees for The Junction
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What happened
Newcastle council voted against scrapping its outdoor dining fees for The Junction. Instead, the revenue generated from these fees will be used strictly for beautification and safety improvements designed to benefit the business community. Guy Ashford, owner of Lotus Corner, pays these outdoor dining fees to the City of Newcastle.
Why it matters
The fees represent an added cost for businesses offering outdoor seating. Guy Ashford noted that businesses are currently operating with tight margins due to rising costs, including wages, superannuation, and power costs.