Category: Latest NBN News
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Doctors are in for Central Coast blood drive
It can be a daunting ask for some but the act of giving blood could save a life. Junior Central Coast doctors are leading by example, aiming to drum up 30 new donors over the coming months – and replenish much needed stock.
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Newcastle streets splashed with colour in city’s second ‘Big Picture Festival’
Newcastle is certainly looking a lot brighter, with 10 new artworks added to this year’s ‘Big Picture Festival’. Colourful and dynamic, the event, which wrapped up today, gave artists the chance to transform a public space in their own, unique style.
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Tweed residents urged to crack down on pests ahead of meeting this Tuesday
Tweed Valley land holders are being urged to crack down on pests, ahead of Spring. North Coast Local Land services will host a management meeting this Tuesday… Discussing the impacts of wild dogs, foxes, and feral cats, alongside control strategies. It will be held at Murwillumbah Showgrounds from 2 – 4 p-m. (NO AUDIO)
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Community asked to have their say on transport projects including Newcastle Light Rail Extension
There’s been a development in the push to have Newcastle’s light rail network extended – with the state government today inviting the community to have its say. It’s one of a long list of potential transport options for the Hunter currently under review.
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North West businesses react to eased isolation rules
Meanwhile, the end of covid isolation is being welcomed by most North West business owners, who have spent the pandemic grappling with staff shortages. But not everyone’s on board, with concerns the change will cause cases to sky rocket.
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Inurgural Art Byron Festival underway this weekend
The inugural Art Byron Festival is underway in the Northern Rivers… The program showcasing local and nationally celebrated artists with this year’s Archibald prize winner also in attendance.
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Hot Rods shine in Nambucca’s Main Street
Hundreds of hot rods of all shapes and sizes have brought Nambucca’s main street to a grinding halt. The Annual Valla Rod Run’s Pinnacle event was held today, attracting visitors from across the country.
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Tourist rush hits the Hunter this long weekend
The Hunter’s welcoming a boost in visitors this long weekend, despite the ongoing wet weather. Travellers have come from across the state and while there’s plenty to see and do, the region is still struggling with staff shortages.
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Wollombi’s historic tavern is back to its former glory
The local pub is the traditional heart of a country town – now flood-affected Wollombi’s is finally beating again. New owners have lovingly restored the historic tavern to its former glory, after the town’s worst flood in 70 years.
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National Circus Festival opens gates with tickets selling out
The National Circus Festival is opening the gates in Mullumbimby for an action packed weekend of family fun. Performers putting the finishing touches on the production as the last of the tickets are snapped up.