Category: Latest NBN News
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Support to bolster electricians in Port Macquarie
The demand for electricians across the Mid North Coast is expected to grow by five percent in the next three years. While worker shortages remain a challenge for the industry, and a million dollar investment has been made to help attract more apprentices.
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Northern Rivers residents offer mixed reviews to the Federal Budget
The Federal Budget has been met with differing views in the Northern Rivers. But there is one thing everyone can agree on – the disappointment of being kept in the dark around the details of the proposed buybacks scheme.
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North Coast Population & Public Health encourages residents to be safe around floodwater
The North Coast Population and Public Health is encouraging residents to avoid unnecessary contact with contaminated floodwater. The Northern New South Wales local health district has warned flood affected water may contain diluted sewage and contaminants as well as debris. Anyone involved in flood clean-up activities are encouraged to wear safety equipment. (NO AUDIO)
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Federal Budget 2022 highlights
It’s been dubbed a “solid and sensible” federal budget, but Australians hoping for a sugar hit to their bank accounts are going to be severely underwhelmed. With inflation roaring, rising interest rates and a cost of living crisis, Treasurer Jim Chalmers said it was his responsibility to hand down a budget that didn’t contribute to the…
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Kurri Kurri fire site already a target for trespassing and vandalism
Police fear they may never get to the bottom of a blaze that started at the former Kurri Kurri Workers Club yesterday afternoon. The site’s become a target for trespassing and vandalism in recent years… as the owners attempt to redevelop it.
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Budget to include funding for several promised Hunter projects
NBN News can tonight reveal the budget includes funding for several major infrastructure projects promised for the Hunter. But while some initiatives have been confirmed, there’s still plenty up in the air… with Coalition MPs raising fears of cuts in regional areas.
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Flood threat worsens as Narrabri residents evacuate homes
The NSW Premier has touched down in the state’s North West, to see the damage first hand. It comes as hundreds of Narrabri residents evacuate their homes, due to major flooding.
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Flooding threat downgraded in Lismore with SES warning more thunderstorms predicted
With flooding downgraded in Lismore overnight, residents have seen a day of sunshine and blue skies. But, the threat isn’t over, with SES warning more thunderstorms in coming days present, more problems.
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Wyong win again at State Firefighting Champs
Protecting the community requires passion, fitness and skill – now a Central Coast fire station has the accolades to prove it’s among the best. The Wyong crew has taken out the title of state firefighting champion – with members hoping to see other local stations show off at upcoming events.
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Correctional centre at Muswellbrook helping more rehabilitated inmates find work
Training programs are being expanded at a Hunter correctional centre, to help more inmates turn their lives around. Among them – an initiative that sees those behind bars, rehabilitate former racehorses.