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Newcastle Herald
Newcastle Herald
Dylan Nicholson

'Toxic bombs': Hunter council votes on battery 'mega-projects'

Cessnock councillors have narrowly voted to formally oppose plans for two large batteries, arguing they would risk wine country's tourism reputation.

Cessnock City Council will lodge formal objections to two giant battery storage developments proposed side-by-side on Wine Country Drive, Rothbury after two 7-6 votes this week.

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