Category: Latest NBN News
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Questions raised over future of Vales Point
Questions have been raised about the future of Vales Point power station at Lake Macquarie, with its owner planning to hand over the keys. Delta Electricity has agreed to sell it to an overseas buyer, reportedly for more than $200-million.
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Flood clean up begins but locals still on their toes
Flood water is starting to recede in Gunnedah but residents remain on alert, with more rain forecast in the coming days. Wee Waa locals are preparing to be cut off by flood water, which could see them isolated for up to a week.
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Peninsula businesses could benefit from better roads
The state of the Central Coast’s roads has long caused frustration for residents… and now the Chamber of Commerce says it’s affecting local businesses. The organisation today raised the issue with the Federal Government, in a desperate call for help.
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New Port Macquarie Aquatic Facility holds a hefty price tag
A brand new Aquatic Facility is locked in for Port Macquarie – but its construction comes with a hefty price tag. Port Macquarie Hastings Council is ready to project, but how the project would be funded remains unclear.
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Pinball lovers travel to Lake Macquarie’s Pinfest
It’s called the festival of the silver ball and there’s nothing else in Australia quite like it. Hoping to get their name on as many leaderboards as possible – hundreds have travelled to Lake Macquarie for a two-day pinball convention.
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Donations for devastated cricket club after blaze at Maitland
A Hunter cricket club has lost tens of thousands of dollars in equipment in an early morning blaze. While the devastating fire comes just weeks out from the start of the cricket season, a remarkable display of community support means Maitland is likely to still head to the pitch.
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Riders rev engines for 2022 Variety Adventure Ride
Dozens of motorbike riders have begun a monstrous trek across Northern New South Wales. Raising funds for Variety Children’s Charity with every rev – the cash will help sick kids, and those with a disability.
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Central Coast Stadium hosts triple header crowd-pleaser
Central Coast Stadium has been flooded with footy fans for today’s NRLW triple header. The blockbuster afternoon of women’s sport proving a boost to the long-struggling venue – seeking more major events.
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Tastebuds tingling after Tamworth food festival event
North West residents saved room in their stomachs for the final event on the Taste Tamworth Festival calendar. The week-long event wrapping up today with Taste in the Park.
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Yamba residents worried with La Nina predicted again this summer
Yamba residents are on alert – with a third straight La Nina predicted this summer. The town was cut off for 10 days during a March deluge, and now – intensive development – is feared to make the issue worse.