Category: Latest NBN News
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Fight reignited for Empire Bay Boatshed
Residents of Empire Bay are banding together, forming a group to protect its historic boatshed and marina. The site’s future remains uncertain – as more studies into its issues have been ordered.
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Community have their say on proposed wind farm
Wind Farm developers are calling on the Federal Government to act with urgency and declare the Hunter-Central Coast Renewable Energy Zone. Concerns though have been raised about the impact the turbines have on the environment.
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Mambo Wetlands bushfire
Port Stephens residents are breathing a sigh of relief after a bushfire which threatened homes was declared under control. No-one was injured in the blaze, but tonight there are serious concerns for koalas in the area with more than 50 hectares of habitat burned.
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Hunter farmers welcome move to scrap Port penalties
Hunter farmers have welcomed state parliament’s move to scrap the penalties holding back a Newcastle container terminal. It’s claimed the project would save producers and manufacturers billions, but a crucial bill still needs to pass another vote.
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‘Frightening’ Gunnedah crime rates sparking another call for help
Gunnedah residents are once again PLEADING for more police resources, with crime statistics spiking by more than 130 per cent in the space of a year. One local is so tired of the attempted break-ins, that he’s looking at leaving the area.
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Patients waiting for ENT surgeons call for system overhaul
Families in Northern New South Wales say they’re at breaking point – as a backlog to see ear, nose and throat specialists grows. Those left waiting say the system has to change.
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Volunteers instrumental in making Central Coast fire and flood ready
100 volunteers have taken turns over the last three days to prepare the Central Coast for future flood and bush fires. Dozens donned orange shirts and hats today taking to Kincumba Mountain, clearing areas around vital infrastructure.
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Byron Shire local creates Australia’s first 3D printed house made out of recycled plastic
The flood response in the Northern Rivers has inspired a local designer, to come up with a unique housing solution. It’s a 3D-printed home – Australia’s first made from recycled plastic – and it could be an answer to rising building costs.
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Tamworth councillors scrap sections of major proposed project
The proposed Tamworth Performing Arts Centre has been scaled back by MILLIONS of dollars. Council is hoping the cheaper project will help secure government funding grants.
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Best tasting tap water in the country to be decided in Casino at Primex
Australia’s best tasting tap water will be decided at this year’s Primex Field Days in Casino. Winners from each state and territory will go head to head on Saturday for the national title putting interstate rivalries to the test. Those attending the field days will be asked to taste all the water samples and vote…