Category: Latest NBN News
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Council rate caps revealed amid rising costs
Hunter councils have learned how much they can increase their rates by next year. Maitland has the green light for the second highest rise in the state, while Port Stephens and Dungog are not far behind.
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Ranger Mick marks 30 years at the Australian Reptile Park
He’s been a veteran of wildlife education – entertaining crowds at the Australian Reptile Park for three decades. Ranger Mick typically does his daily shows without a hitch, but today it was hijacked.
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Hospital in the Home service a hit for eligible patients
Patients are spending more time in hospital beds on the Central Coast than this time last year. To combat some of the backlog – the health district has developed a “hospital in the home” service.
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Just one practice run for the Mariners left ahead of the A-league season start
The countdown is on for the A-League season to start up – with Newcastle and Central Coast opening their campaign with an F3 Derby. The Mariners still have one more practice run on the pitch – taking on Western Sydney this weekend.
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High speed crash on the M1 leaves elderly woman with serious injuries
An elderly woman has been airlifted to the Gold Coast Hospital after a high speed crash on the M-1 at Chinderah. The 74-year-old driver was trapped in her vehicle suffering serious leg injuries, but was taken for care in a stable condition. Another woman and two children in a second vehicle escaped serious injury, but…
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Northern Rivers koalas set to get a habitat boost with 250,000 seedlings planted
Koalas in the Northern Rivers could soon have their habitat boosted. Private landholders are being supported to restore 200 hectares of koala habitat. The new initiative will also see 250,000 tree seedlings planted – with the aim of providing safer wildlife corridors. (NO AUDIO)
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National Police Remembrance Day honoured across Northern New South Wales
Police put their lives on the line to protect the community – some tragically making the ultimate sacrifice. And today, those officers were honoured across Northern New South Wales… for National Police Remembrance Day.
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Woolgoolga businesses gearing up for a busy leadup to Christmas
Woolgoolga has seen an influx of visitors these school holidays – bringing in much needed tourist dollars. And with some major events on the calendar, local businesses are gearing up for a busy leadup to Christmas.
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Harvest delay expected as rain dampens crops
Harvest could be delayed on some North West crops, as heavy rain slows their growth. The La Nina, posing risks of crop disease – and keeping farmers on their toes.
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Wetter than normal bushfire danger period in New England
The bushfire danger period is fast approaching in Tamworth – meaning fire permits will soon be needed. It comes as New England firies are urging locals to remove long grass on their properties.