Category: Latest NBN News
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Sunshine a nice reprieve from rain but rivers keep rising
Meanwhile, rain has eased in the state’s North West – the sun coming out for a brief appearance this afternoon. But SES crews remain on alert – as local rivers continue to rise.
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Crawford House Museum unveils 360 degree virtual tour
Alstonville’s Crawford House Museum today unveiled its 360 degree virtual tour… The online tours made possible through a $10,000 grant from the New South Wales government’s Rescue and Restart Package. The Alstonville Plateau Historical Society says it’s a great way to mark the society’s 21st birthday this year.
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First Ballina Taste of Seafood Festival a roaring success
From Richmond River oysters to locally caught prawns – thousands have had their tastebuds tantalised at Ballina’s inaugural Taste of Seafood festival. Despite floods earlier in the year affecting water quality, it’s no longer impacting fishermen’s catch – attendees saying the quality is second to none.
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Tamworth AELEC packed out for equine action
The Night of the Horse has wowed crowds in Tamworth – featuring some locally trained mares and geldings. Show director Dave Manchon glad he could bring the show to a home crowd.
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Kyogle Show celebrates 110th event
Kyogle Show has celebrated its 110th event. From Wood Chopping to Champion cattle – show goers have come from all over to catch the action.
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Raymond Terrace street works spark safety fears
The main street is the heart of any regional town – but Raymond Terrace residents say a new council project on theirs, is a heart-stopper. Platforms with seating are being built at a busy pedestrian crossing, with one local claiming she may be its first casualty.
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Newcastle family’s home gutted by late night blaze
A young family’s escaped a blaze that gutted their home in Newcastle. It’s believed the couple and their child were sleeping when the fire started late last night – the community now rallying around them, to help them rebuild.
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More than 50mm of rain as North West cops drenching
There are more than 60 flood warnings in place across New South Wales – including for the state’s North West. Some areas already copping more than 50 millimetres of rain overnight, and there’s more on the way.
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Social housing property goes up in flames at Raymond Terrace
Empty and being assessed for development potential – a social housing property has been ruined by an early morning inferno at Raymond Terrace. Tonight, police say the blaze is being treated as suspicious.
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Newcastle Fire and Rescue brigades farewell a loved member of the team
Newcastle Fire and Rescue brigades were tasked to a very special job today… bidding farewell to a loved member of the team. Duty Commander Dirk Spec walking out of the station for the final time – after more than 34-years of service.