The proposal for Poynton Place, a 98-room motel, was lodged by prominent developer Hunter Land. The motel would provide for the region's growing visitor economy.
Mayor Palmer is optimistic that property values will increase due to the huge investment in capital and infrastructure in Newcastle and the Hunter region.
The property market in Newcastle and the Hunter region are surging due to major infrastructure projects like the expansions of the university and airport at Newcastle.
New undergraduate degrees and diploma level programs will be offered at the University of Newcastle's new health, innovation and entrepreneurship precinct in Gosford's CBD.
Defence contractor, BAE Systems Australia, has signed an agreement with Newcastle Airport for construction of high-tech air hub, Astra Aerolab Business Technology Park.
Astra Aerolab Business Technology Park will generate over 5,500 jobs in defence and aerospace technology, and it will put Newcastle at the forefront of global aviation innovation.
The city's current administrative headquarters will be transformed into Newcastle's first five-star hotel. The Kingsley is expected to open by November 2020.
Leading up to the March election, the Berejiklian government has committed to a fast rail network, claiming to reduce train travel times by up to 75 per cent.
Newcastle is thriving and attracting new commercial developments, university expansions and close to $500 million of new residential construction, including affordable housing.
