Need some inspiration? Below are 4 sample letters to send to all levels of Government. However please feel free to write your own letter as personal experiences are often best. For example: Please write to all levels of government about Stockton beach erosion and the impact this has on you.
Sample letters
Suggested Letter 1
Dear
All levels of government must work together to find a solution for Stockton Beach’s erosion. It is well documented that erosion is caused by the NSW Government-owned Port Infrastructure and channel deepening. The erosion is exacerbated by changing weather patterns. Stockton remains at the mercy of the East Coast Lows which will cause further damage, causing remediation costs to skyrocket and grow with each storm. Please advise how you will assist in fixing Stockton Beach. We seek your support in preserving the future of Stockton Beach for future generations of Novocastrians.
Suggested Letter 2
Dear
The coal royalties from Port of Newcastle shipments is a multibillion dollar revenue stream for the NSW Government. It is time that a portion of these royalties were diverted to saving Stockton Beach from continued erosion. The proposed increase of container ships into the port will only increase the damage to Stockton Beach and the portside community. The $25 million required to save Stockton Beach is a very small percentage of this revenue raised. Please don’t ignore this solution. All levels of government must work together to find a solution for Stockton Beach’s erosion. It is well documented that erosion is caused by the NSW Government-owned Port Infrastructure and channel deepening. The erosion is exacerbated by changing weather patterns. Stockton remains at the mercy of the East Coast Lows which will cause further damage, causing remediation costs to skyrocket and grow with each storm.
Suggested Letter 3
Dear
Stockton residents and Novocastrians have lost access to the beach they love, they have lost the Childcare Centre and the playing fields are endangered. Not only impacting the locals, but also the tourists that travel from all over NSW to enjoy Stockton and all it has to offer. Please advise us on how you will assist in fixing Stockton Beach.
Suggested Letter 4
Dear
The Stockton War Memorial was dedicated in 1922, and for a century it has provided the community with a place to remember those who gave their lives for Australia. It is one of few war memorials that overlooks the beach on the East coast of Australia. The Pines is an area for reflection and also recreation. However, it is in danger of being lost to beach erosion. Unfortunately, Stockton Beach has the highest rate of beach erosion in New South Wales exacerbated by further El Nina conditions. Placing the Pines & Stockton War memorial in danger of being lost. All levels of Government need to proactively protect this site. Planning should be underway to ensure the area is saved and remains accessible. Doing nothing is to allow this war memorial and all it represents to be lost. Do not wait until Anzac Day 2023 to take action. Please save the Pines.
Links to Politicians
State and Federal:
◦ NSW Premier, Chris Minns: contact details here
◦ Deputy Premier, Prue Car: contact details here
◦ Minister for Environment, Penny Sharpe: contact details here
◦ Treasurer, Daniel Mookhey: contact details here
◦ Local MP and Minister for Hunter, Tim Crakanthrop: contact details here
◦ Minister for Planning and Public Spaces, Paul Sculley: contact details here
◦ Minister for Local Government, Ron Hoenig: [email protected]
◦ Minister for Regional NSW, Tara Moriarty: [email protected]
◦ Federal MP Sharon Claydon: [email protected]