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Tamworth Dungowan Dam: Productivity Commission report divides politicians, ratepayers, irrigators and the local council

Madeline Link
Updated February 11 2021 - 4:52pm, first published 4:43pm
ABSURD: NSW Water Minister Melinda Pavey has called claims the new Dungowan Dam project isn't viable "absurd". Photo: Peter Hardin, file.
ABSURD: NSW Water Minister Melinda Pavey has called claims the new Dungowan Dam project isn't viable "absurd". Photo: Peter Hardin, file.

THE STATE'S Water Minister Melinda Pavey has lashed back at the Productivity Commission, calling it's report on the $480 million Dungowan Dam project "short-sighted".

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Madeline Link

Madeline Link

Journalist

Madeline Link is a journalist at the Newcastle Herald, with a focus on Lake Macquarie City Council. To keep up with my stories, follow my Twitter @madeline_link, for tips email madeline.link@newcastleherald.com.au.

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