Having the merger between Wollongong and Shellharbour councils still up in the air is not good for the region, according to South Coast Labour Council secretary Arthur Rorris.
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“It’s hardly a panacea for the region with so significant economic issues and challenges,” Mr Rorris said.
“No one has articulated why simply joining two councils is going to improve things.
“Unless the government can put up a convincing case that merging councils is actually going to benefit the people that live in those regions then the view is that they shouldn’t go ahead.”
He was pleased that Kiama avoided the proposed merger with Shoalhaven Council.
“In terms of Kiama, they had a plebiscite,” Mr Rorris said.
“Obviously the local people have spoken and their wishes should be considered and they should be allowed to determine their own form of government.”
