Newcastle CCTV Funding Initiative Stalls Amid Grant Application Failure
1 report, 1 independent
Updated Sep 22
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What happened
Councillor Jenny Barrie accused Tim Crakanthorp and the state government of failing to deliver a grant for CCTV installation on Beaumont Street in Newcastle. Crakanthorp stated that the Hamilton Business Improvement Association’s application to the Active Regional Communities package was unsuccessful, but he is advocating to Minister for Police Yasmin Catley for future funding.
Why it matters
The failure to secure state grant funding for public safety initiatives impacts the operational capacity of local government in Newcastle. The issues plaguing the CBD, including attempted break-ins, have been well-documented over the past several months.
Who's involved
- Yasmin CatleyMinister for Police who is being lobbied for appropriate funding for CCTV
- NewcastleThe city where the CCTV installation initiative is located