Category: Headlines
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TEENAGE SURFER DIES AFTER BEING MAULED BY A SHARK NEAR COFFS HARBOUR
A teenage boy has died after being mauled by a shark on the New South Wales mid north coast. It’s believed the 17-year-old was surfing with his friends at Wilsons Headland at Wooli Beach, north of Coffs Harbour. Several board-riders came to his assistance before the injured teen could be helped to shore. First aid…
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WOOLWORTHS FINED FOR GIVING GAMBLERS FREE BOOZE AT TWO NORTH COAST VENUES
A Woolworths-owned hospitality group has received the largest penalty ever imposed for giving free alcohol to encourage gambling. Australia’s third largest pokie operator, Australian Leisure and Hospitality Group has been fined $172,692 after two of its hotels on the New South Wales North Coast were found to be shouting gaming patrons drinks. The Westower Tavern…
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BORDER BETWEEN NEW SOUTH WALES AND VICTORIA TO CLOSE
The border between NSW and Victoria will close. The decision comes following a spike in COVID-19 cases in Melbourne. The state’s Chief Medical Officer Dr Kerry Chant has advised Premier Gladys Berejiklian it’s time for a hard border closure with Victoria. It is understood people will not be able to travel from NSW to Victoria,…
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RIDING BAREBACK AT 102: THE GENTLE GIANT MELTING HEARTS
Whoever said never work with animals, clearly hadn’t met Wellington the draft horse. Weighing in at three quarters of a tonne, the gentle giant spends his days greeting fans and triggering childhood memories. We spent the day with Wellington a Hawks Nest aged care home. Vision and editing by Jacob Stuart.
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SUSPICIOUS PACKAGE FOUND AT GOSFORD TRAIN STATION
A police operation is underway at Gosford train station after a suspicious package was found just after 9 this morning. The immediate area has been put into lockdown for everyone’s safety. It’s believe the trains are running but may be delayed. More to come.
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SNOW FALLS ACROSS THE STATE
Our indian summer appears to be over with freezing overnight temperatures bringing snow as far north as Kaputar, near Narrabri. The Barrington Tops also received a decent dumping, and there’s good news for sightseers, with more expected tonight.
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GREAT WHITE SHARK MAULS QUEENSLAND SURFER
UPDATE | New South Wales Department of Primary Industries has confirmed a 3-metre Great White shark is responsible for the fatal attack of a Queensland man this morning. The 60-year-old man, believed to be from Tugun, was surfing at Salt Beach near Kingscliff when he was bitten by the shark just after 10am. Others surfing…
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MAN CHARGED OVER LEATHER JACKET SCAM
A man has been charged over a leather jacket scam in which he allegedly claimed to be the boss of a major Italian designer. The 54-year-old man is accused of selling counterfeit clothing across Western Sydney, while posing as the marketing manager of Versace. He was arrested in Revesby yesterday and a search of his…
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TAPS OPEN AT PUBS AND CLUBS
Pubs and clubs across the Hunter opened their doors again today, welcoming locals with open arms. Police will be working with licencees to ensure compliance remains the priority.
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BEANIES FOR BRAIN CANCER: MARK HUGHES FOUNDATION
The first of June brings with it the first day of winter, and with it, the chilly weather. Coincidentally, tomorrow is also the launch of Beanies for Brain Cancer; so what better way to keep warm and help fund a cure, than by buying a beanie?