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Residents throw spanner in Melbourne expansion

14 years ago

The environmental pressures facing ports close to residential areas have surfaced in Melbourne, where residents of the suburb of Williamstown have already raised concerns about the proposed development of the Webb Dock container terminal.

The Webb Dock expansion is seen as crucial to Melbourne’s future capacity but local residents are worried that container stacks will block their views.

Fears over potential noise hazards have also been voiced.

The Port of Melbourne Corporation has undertaken to consult with the residents.

The Webb Dock terminal is seen as a possible home for a third stevedore at the port.