Cessnock Council’s Smart City Plan Faces Scrutiny from Independent Councillors The Cessnock City Council’s smart city plan is facing scrutiny from independent councillors who have voiced concerns about the potential cost and impact on the community. The plan, which aims to leverage technology to improve the quality of life for residents and promote economic growth, has drawn comparisons to similar initiatives in cities like Oxford in the UK. Independent councillors have raised concerns about the cost of implementing smart city technologies and the potential impact on privacy and data security. Councillor Jessica Jurd has called for more transparency around the plan, stating...