Why haven't the politicians spoken about the negative prospects?

Reading and googling the web about the Aquis project has raised some concerns as to why no politician has spoke about or listed any concerns about the project.

The Premier on talkback radio did say that he had some concerns but did not list what the concerns were so why is it that the Far Northern pollies have had nothing but praise for the project and this in itself should start ringing alarm bells.

It doesn't matter what project is being put forward there are always some underlying concerns and usually these are brought out into the open for discussion by all and no one should be labelled radicals if they are "for it" or "against it".

We all have that democratic right of freedom of speech and being able to speak for or against brings better results.

One reads that quite a number of locals saying "bring it on" or "let's just build it" and with unemployment the way it is one can understand their frustration.

But, those making the comments one has to ask have you read all the available information that is available or have you googled the website for other relevant information which could help you in making the right decision and having a better knowledge of the intending project and the "for & against" stance that people are taking.

People want employment and rightly so but how many jobs do you think will be available during and after completion of this project and if you believe what has been said in the media or what politicians have said then I suggest you read this:

http://m.smh.com.au/federal-politics/political-news/free-trade-agreement-china-wants-to-send-workers-into-australia-20140415-zquve.html?skin=dumb-phone

The federal Government is always talking Trade Agreements and it is likely that they are more than likely to succumb to this request and then there will be a high influx of Chinese workers taking local jobs.

Another point in mind is the availability of project builders in Cairns, most of them if not all have moved or gone into liquidation thus leaving only one option for the intending owners of Aquis and that is to bring in their own contractors from China and maybe some from interstate.

On Friday June 13, 2014 a caller rang in to talk to the Mayor and the discussion in one part was on Aquis and during that conversation a figure of nearly 80% of the people wanted this to go ahead... one has to ask "where did this figure come from"?

There hasn't been any substantial survey done in this area so to say 80% are in favor is possibly an over statement.

People are getting sick and tired of hearing how great it it but nothing positive has been bought forward to convince people either way.

This is the discussion between the Mayor and a caller from Manunda:

                   

When Aquis was for announced in 2013 at a price of $4.2 Billion it was stated that Mr Fung was going to fund the project along with upgrades to roads and also an over pass at Caravonica which was not likely to happen.

Most residents thought this was great then in 2014 another design surfaced this time a staggering $8.5 billion along with two casinos and again we all believed that the Fung family had the money but that wasn't the case as it was reported that Mr Fung senior mad a trip to Hong Kong in April 2014 to seek investors and also to ask the banks for backing on this project and so far no money, this is what was actually reported:

The Fung family had spoken to financial institutions about funding the resort and had not yet committed to any, he said.

You can read the article below dated June 7, 2014 under the heading:

Another day another story but will it ever eventuate.

The story was taken from The South China Morning Post

There are a number of concerns with this venture  and one of the main topics is "will the local businesses benefit from this project".

Taking into consideration the size and it's suggested occupancy rate the Aquis owners will have all the guests requirements available within the complex so will the guests need to venture down to the IGA store, local hairdresser or bakery? the answer is definately NO.

So the local economy will not benefit to any great length.

The Cairns Chamber of Commerce also need to look in the right direction and start looking after the local businesses rather hop footing it over to China like they intend to do and stop promoting Aquis in the manner that they are, instead start promoting Cairns and the business outlets, Cairns businesses are and have been suffering for sometime and at the present time the future doesn't to great.

Some people may say you make it look so grim well if that is the case sit back and look at the overall picture and think how Cairns could benefit and what is the better alternative, do we promote Cairns in the right way, we should diversify and promote Cairns to make things beneficial to all.