“LET THE RUNWAY TRUTH BE TOLD.” Central Coast Express Advocate, 2 August 1996.
This article captures an important stage in the Warnervale Airport controversy when attention shifted toward the transparency of the agreements and decision-making processes behind the proposed airport development. Wyong Shire Council was considering whether to seek a further government review, with confidential documents and contracts potentially forming part of that examination.
Of particular significance to Central Coast Aero Club history is the intervention of club president David Isaac. Rather than opposing scrutiny, Isaac publicly supported establishing the facts through a review, arguing that Wyong Council faced a credibility problem and that applying to the Minister could help resolve it.
The article also records a council motion seeking consideration of public and confidential documentation relating to Warnervale Airport dating back to 1975, together with a government-funded review and noise study. It therefore documents both the political controversy surrounding the airport and attempts to subject the long-running development process to further independent examination.
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