Category: Latest NBN News
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Agriculture students showcase their talents at World Skills competition in Casino
Agriculture students descended on Casino today, showing off their skills in the field. Lillian White from St Johns College Woodlawn took out the competition, progressing on to the national event.
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Tuncurry paramedics call for ‘on call’ duties to return
Tuncurry paramedics are calling for ‘on call’ duties to be reinstated… saying the current system could be life threatening to the community. But with more staff deployed to region last year, New South Wales Ambulance insists the role is no longer required.
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Plans for Tamworth aquatic facilities up for consultation yet again
Tamworth City Swimming Club is fed up with, what it says, is a lack of progress upgrading the city’s aquatic facilities. The club says the latest plans could be detrimental to local swimmers.
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Relief for Port Macquarie oyster farmers as one year non-harvest period ends
Nearly a year since their last harvest – Port Macquarie oyster farmers have finally seen light at the end of the tunnel. But a Christmas feast could be off the cards for some, as stocks replenish.
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Coffs Harbour’s Myanmar community welcomes government’s visa move
As Myanmar remains gripped in a civil war, Burmese people in Coffs Harbour have been given hope for loved ones, trapped back home. Those fleeing the military junta will now be given priority, for humanitarian visas.
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Healthy Pet Day brings in almost 100 animals for check ups
It’s no secret having a pet, can be expensive. With the cost of living only going up, Tamworth Regional Council today did its bit to ensure man’s best friend stays happy, healthy – and can be reunited with loved ones if they become lost.
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Development in alleged murder of Stockton grandmother
There’s been a development in the alleged murder of Stockton grandmother, Stacey Klimovitch. Today two men were committed to stand trial over the death of the 61-year-old… who was shot in her own home.
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Lake Macquarie, Central Coast again among dog attack hot spots
The state has seen a slight uptick in the number of dog attacks, with Lake Macquarie again in the top three hotspots. It comes as the council looks to do more to improve safety, through a 10-year plan governing public spaces.
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World-first cancer drug trial starts in Newcastle
A world-first trial of a new treatment for one of the most rare and aggressive forms of blood cancer, is underway in Newcastle. Less than a thousand Australians have the disease and researchers are encouraging them to take part in the study.
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Coast better equipped to deal with coming covid wave
The Central Coast is battling a surge in COVID cases and a number of new variants. With almost 1000 cases recorded over the last week, health experts are urging the community to remain vigilant.