Sydney priest slams hypocrisy over church bell complaints

A Sydney priest is criticizing local residents and the council for opposing the installation of new church bells, citing hypocrisy due to the area's existing noise levels. The priest argues the complaints are unfounded. The St. Augustine's Church in Balmain wants to add bells to its existing bell tower, but residents fear increased noise. The church plans to ring the bells for up to 20 minutes, five times a day. The priest points out the church is near a noisy pub, and the existing bell has rung for over a century. The council has also expressed concerns about the potential noise impact.