Category: Latest NBN News
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Critical bypass approved for the Hunter… but, how long will it take to build?
It’s an idea first floated almost 20 years ago – extending the M1 to Raymond Terrace… removing one of the Hunter’s worst bottlenecks. Today, the New South Wales Government signed off on the project – but it’ll be six years before drivers see the benefits.
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Relay for Life at Mingara already raising $70,000
It’s just days until Relay for Life gets underway at Mingara, the event finally returning after three years. Participants have already raised more than $70-thousand for the Cancer Council.
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Gosford wharf boaties told to move on by December 4
Boat owners at Gosford Public Wharf have been handed a notice to move away from the area. Council says it’s to make way for safety and maintenance works – but those living at the wharf say they’ll have nowhere else to go.
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Central Coast Council quickly weeds out invasive new species
A bio-security officer has discovered an invasive weed while on a stroll with his wife on the Central Coast. Steps are now being taken to stop it from spreading across the region.
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Cost of living could impact Christmas gift spending
Christmas is just over a month away, but a number of North West business owners are concerned about upcoming costs. Some fear the festive spending season will be lower than usual, due to the rising cost of living.
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Former A-League Midfielder Emma Stanbury to coach Mid Coast FC NPLW
Former A-League Midfielder Emma Stanbury will coach Mid Coast FC’s NPLW side in 2023. Returning home to the region, Stanbury has big job ahead… turning around a club who has struggled in the recent past.
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Waste company warns community about incorrect disposal of batteries
It might seem like a common practice, but a waste company says incorrect disposal of lithium batteries is hurting the environment, and putting garbage truck drivers at risk. They’re calling on the community to rethink their habits and recycle.
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Iconic Manning River cream boat being restored back to life
A group of volunteers at Cundletown are bringing a well known piece of local history back to life. But funding is needed to finish restoring a near 100 year old boat.
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Tamworth family raise money for the Stroke Foundation
A Tamworth family is hoping to raise more than $5000 dollars for the Stroke Foundation this month. It comes after their loved one, 70-year-old David Hinwood suffered a stroke earlier in the year.
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Cossa Street family home engulfed in flames
A family has been left devastated, after their Coledale home went up in flames last night… Firefighters say the fire started in the kitchen – after residents left food cooking, while they weren’t there.