Category: Latest NBN News
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‘Modest’ heroes save helicopter pilot
To a story of real-life heroism – two men, risking their lives, to try to save a helicopter pilot… who they’d never met. Hugh James and Jarrod Ellicott have now been recommended for bravery awards.
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Brother of Police Minister faces court over drug charges
The brother of Police Minister Paul Toole has faced court – seeking bail after being arrested at Belmont last week. Joshua Toole is facing serious drug charges… today a magistrate rejected claims that the prosecution’s case is weak.
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Chromefest returns to the Central Coast after two years
The Entrance is transporting back in time thanks to the return of Chromefest. 10s of thousands of visitors from across the country are expected to attend the three day American old style festival.
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Students flock to Scone for first Beef Bonanza in years
Hundreds of schoolkids hit Scone today, for the first Upper Hunter Beef Bonanza since 2019. Future farmers were taught practical skills, as well as a lesson or two in resilience, after a challenging few years.
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Theo Hayez inquest findings still leaves questions surrounding the backpackers disappearance
It’s a mystery that has consumed the far north coast community – and made national headlines. Just what happened to Belgian teenager Theo Hayez at Byron Bay in 2019. Today a Coroner handed down her findings on his disappearance… and sadly, MANY mysteries remain.
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New pod village opens to house 240 flood affected residents in Coraki
The Northern Rivers newest pod village has welcomed residents in Coraki. The newly established site at Spring Street consists of 56 units of various sizes, which have the capacity to house up to 240 people. The region now has temporary housing infrastructure to accomodate nearly 1000 people as construction continues at five other locations.
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Taree cyclist’s epic trek to raise funds for kids with cancer
He’s renowned for working with retired veterans, but Taree’s Darcy Elbourne is this month turning his attention to sick children. The 71-year-old is taking part in the Great Cycle Challenge- riding 1000 kilometres to raise funds for the Children’s Medical Research Institute. It’s the fourth time Mr Elbourne has entered this challenge – this year…
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Taree police calling on community to reunite alleged stolen tools with tradies
Three months into their investigation, Taree police are calling for the community’s help to return tools – thought to be stolen – to their rightful owners. They say it’s a timely reminder to tradies to lock up.
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Ingenia abandons proposal for over 55s village at Scott Head
People power has prevailed in Scotts Head – with residents tonight celebrating news an Over 55s village won’t be built in their town. Developer, Ingenia says it’s the right decision for the community – following a fierce backlash to the project.
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Jury hears details leading up to fatal stabbing
A jury has heard new details of the moment a daughter stabbed her own father in the Hunter. Michael Carroll was today described as acting aggressively towards 23-year-old Maddison Hickson, before the fatal encounter last year.