Category: Latest NBN News
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Inaugural ‘Dachshtober Long Dog Festival’ a hit in Pokolbin
Wine, cheese and…dachshunds. The Hunter Valley today welcomed hundreds of sausage dogs and their owners, to a unique event… the inaugural ‘Dachshtober Long Dog Festival.’
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Domestic violence support campaign sees record number of Hunter participants
Domestic violence support services across the Hunter say the number of calls for help are rising Today, hundreds took part in a number of walks across the region – with tens of thousands raised to help those in need.
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Bateau Bay man reunited with life-savers
A Bateau Bay man has been reunited with the paramedics who saved his life after he suffered a heart attack. He plans on returning the favour by sharing his story hoping it will spark a life saving conversation.
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Gillian Helfgott remembered at special ceremony in Bellingen
Friends and family of the late Gillian Helfgott gathered in Bellingen today to celebrate her life. Married to pianist, David Helfgott, she sadly passed away in August at the age of 90.
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Residents protest over Ballina Croquet Club’s plans to relocate to Cawarra Park
A group of angry residents have gathered at their local park in Ballina in protest of a croquet club. Today’s stunt a last ditch effort to sway councils mind before a final decision on the proposal is handed down at a meeting next week.
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Newcastle Garden Awards
It’s that time of year again – when the days become longer, flowers start to bloom and our gardens come to life. Perfect conditions for the Newcastle Garden Awards – back for its second year – with judges ready to inspect the best of the best.
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Forum to discuss vital water security options for Tamworth
The Tamworth Water Security Alliance isn’t letting recent flooding wash away the memories of drought and the crisis the city narrowly avoided. The group will host a forum this week to discuss ways Tamworth can learn from the record natural disaster, and sure up its water supply for future generations.
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Cultural flair and flavour on offer at Fiesta La Peel
Thousands swarmed Tamworth’s Bicentennial Park yesterday, and celebrated into the night at the city’s BIGGEST multi-cultural party. Fiesta La Peel – showcasing food, dance, and art from around the world.
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Country Fair comes back bigger and better
The Mangrove Mountain and Districts County Fair has come back bigger and better than before, attracting crowds in the thousands. From the fair classics to the chicken races there was a little something for everyone.
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Kevin Anderson wins celebrity shear off at The Pub
Tamworth was abuzz today – for the Celebrity Shearers’ Showdown. They joined professionals on stage, raising cash for the Westpac Rescue Helicopter.