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A $105K Newcastle survey on the Astra Aerolab defense project sparked debate over cost and timing, with mixed public awareness and support.
A Newcastle council survey costing $105,656 to gauge public opinion on the Astra Aerolab defense project drew criticism from councillor Peta Winney-Baartz, who called the expense excessive, noting it could have funded 35 social inclusion grants.
The survey found mixed awareness and support: 24% of representative residents recognized the project, though 69% of online respondents did, with support ranging from 41% online to 84% at pop-up events.
Winney-Baartz questioned the value given perceived public consensus.
Greens councillor Siobhan Isherwood defended the consultation, citing similar costs for other major projects, and highlighted strong backing for jobs and manufacturing, along with concerns about militarization and the survey’s timing after key decisions were made.
Una encuesta de Newcastle de $ 105K sobre el proyecto de defensa Astra Aerolab provocó un debate sobre el costo y el calendario, con una conciencia pública y un apoyo mixtos.