Category: Latest NBN News
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NSW Government approves seismic surveying for Santos
Landholders have voiced fears for their properties and the environment, at a meeting with gas Giant Santos in Gunnedah today. It comes after the State Government approved seismic surveys for the Liverpool Plains exploration project.
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Far North Coast residents feel the impacts of seventh consecutive interest rate rise
The RBA’s decision to hike interest rates for the seventh time this year has inflicted more pain on mortgage holders on the Far North Coast. Some are having to take drastic action to stay afloat.
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Roads crumbling away in Tamworth with some turned into craters
Gunnedah is on the brink of ANOTHER major flood event as water moves downstream. Meanwhile, Tamworth’s road network is severely damaged, as parts of the city remain underwater after the Peel River peaked overnight.
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Ignite MNC conference takes off in Woolgoolga
Regional Development Mid North Coast has held it’s first Ignite business conference in two years. Meeting in Woogoolga, key issues facing the region were up for discussion.
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Second man charged over alleged $20m Newcastle drug import after diver’s death
A second man has been charged over an alleged $20 million cocaine importation as a probe into the death of a diver in Newcastle continues. Professional scuba diver Bruno Borges Martins was found unresponsive in the Hunter River with 54 kilograms of cocaine nearby on May 9, police allege. Police investigating the alleged smuggling operation and the 31-year-old Brazillian’s death arrested a 20-year-old…
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Man on trial for fatally stabbing friend with hunting knife
A court has heard claims a Newcastle man fatally stabbed his friend, because he feared for his own life. Ian Conway is on trial in the Supreme Court, charged with murder – but he argues he was defending himself.
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The Hunter pauses for Melbourne Cup
The Hunter paused for the Melbourne Cup – whether it was at homes, parties or long lunches across the region… Many businesses even enjoying a day at the pub, instead of the office.
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Nelson Bay pedestrian bridge to be knocked down
It’s long been a crucial link between Nelson Bay’s waterfront and town centre, but now a footbridge over the holiday haven’s main drag is going for good. Business owners are worried their trade will suffer and that traffic will come to a standstill.
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Tragedy in Doyalson after head-on collision
A man is dead – and another is fighting for life in John Hunter Hospital – after a collision south of Lake Macquarie. The crash unfolded on the Pacific Highway last night… and police are still trying to work out how it happened.
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Long wait for crucial road upgrades in Narara will be even longer
New South Wales Labor is calling on the State Government to recommence works on a ‘missing link’ of the Gosford Bypass. Residents say they’ve been left in the dark over a vital stage of the project.