Poll: Did you know about these sand mine plans?
A Gordonton pre-school owner is scratching her head over plans for a large sand mining operation only metres away from her centre’s back fence.
Great Beginnings Early Learning Centre owner Tracey Ryan opposes the bid for a large-scale sand mining operation, struggles to comprehend why anyone would want to build one in Gordonton, and holds concerns for the safety of little ones in her care.
Did you know about these sand mine plans? Tell us more in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
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8.7% Yes
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91.3% No
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Bargain or big risk? Crown puts Huntly subsidence home on the market
A Crown-owned subsidence property has come on the market, but whether potential buyers reckon it’s a bargain or risky buy is yet to be seen.
While some might view the Huntly east property as a bargain, Huntly real estate agents reckoned living on top of the mining zone makes some buyers nervous they’re going to “just sink one day”. Although, the agents are fairly confident the area is safe.
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