I am having trouble compreheding the following para; I think I know what was meant but can't be certain:
The white paper is expected to highlight the long-term need for a second airport north of the Sydney basin but closer than Newcastle. The Williamtown RAAF base has been touted as a possible site.
Why is Willy being touted when it is NOT netween Sydney and Newcastle?
I
think what he means is:
"Williamtown RAAF base, located north of Newcastle, has been touted as a possible site but the white paper will highlight the need for a second airport between Newcastle and Sydney"
Kid journos these days