Category: Mid North News
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Fire destroys Coffs telecommunications facility
Police are treating a fire that destroyed a telecommunications facility in Coffs Harbour as suspicious. The blaze took hold around 10 o’clock last night, leaving thousands without access to Free to Air.
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Mid North Coast businesses swamped by Christmas parcel demand
The Christmas spirit has well and truly hit the Mid North Coast, leaving local businesses swamped with demand for parcel deliveries. It comes alongside new data, showing that we aren’t afraid to open our wallets this year, despite the rising cost of living.
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Taree teens inspiring students through Nanga Mai education awards
HSC results are released tomorrow but two Taree teenagers are already hoping to inspire other Indigenous students to reach new heights in their education. Cousins Ausha Paulson and Luca Saunders returning to Taree High School – after Ausha picked up an Outstanding Academic Excellence at the recent Nanga Mai education awards. Luca wowed the audience…
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Checkmate for Port Macquarie’s youngest chess champion
One of Port Macquarie’s youngest and brightest minds is making a name for himself in the Chess world. At just 9-years-old, Avinav Sivaraj has claimed the Country Junior Championship – and he’s not slowing down anytime soon.
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Bellingen Council launches ‘Beachwatch’ program
Water quality at popular swimming spots across the Bellingen Shire is under the microscope, as part of a new ‘Beachwatch Program’. Seven locations are now being monitored weekly, to help the public decide the best places to take a dip.
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‘Godzone’ adventure race coming to the Coffs Coast
The world’s largest expedition race, ‘Godzone’, is set to travel across the Tasman to Australia next year. Traditionally held in New Zealand, the gruelling, week long adventure event will get underway on the Coffs Coast
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Construction on the Ocean Drive duplication officially underway
Construction on one of Port Macquarie’s busiest roads is officially underway. The Ocean Drive Duplication is expected to take three years to complete – improving road safety for thousands of motorists.
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Hundreds of Protestors rally to save the Port Macquarie breakwall
Hundreds of protestors have rallied to the Port Macquarie Breakwall, concerned about the impacts of proposed upgrade plans. But its a debate dividing the region, with some local organisations wanting to see the plans push ahead.
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Corindi hosts Bush 2 Beach Festival
Corindi is wrapping up 2022 in style, playing host to the Bush 2 Beach Festival today. It’s the first time the event has been held in five years, with hundreds turning out to enjoy the festivities.
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MidCoast Council launches waterways report card at family fun day
Despite heavy rainfall this year, waterways across the Mid Coast remain healthy and clean. MidCoast Council held a community day in Taree today to mark the results of their annual study- calling on the community to keep up the good work.