Category: Mid North News
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Upgrades to commence along Kew Main Street
For 12 years, safety upgrades to Kew Main Street has been a project in the pipeline. But today, there was joy among local business owners and residents, with a date finally set for the million dollar revamp.
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Grafton holds one of the biggest Jacaranda Thursdays in history
Grafton has turned on one of the biggest Jacaranda Thursdays in history, with thousands lining the streets for the half-day public holiday. The iconic event, a celebration of the town’s rich history with the glorious Jacaranda trees.
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Taree TAFE teachers join statewide action for better pay and conditions
The strike action has made its way to the Mid North Coast… with local TAFE teachers calling for better pay and conditions. With the State hampered by a skills shortage- they say apprentices are now turning their backs on once sought after industries.
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Forster resident claims $20 million Oz Lotto prize pool
One lucky Forster local is now $20 million dollars richer after taking out the division one Oz Lotto prize pool overnight. Elated Newsxpress (NEWS EXPRESS) staff say they’ve never sold a winning ticket like it. “we’ve had a million dollar win and a $200,000 but this is the biggest so far… we’re going for bigger,”…
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Ignite MNC conference takes off in Woolgoolga
Regional Development Mid North Coast has held it’s first Ignite business conference in two years. Meeting in Woogoolga, key issues facing the region were up for discussion.
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Not enough being done to address mental health crisis says Mid North Coast experts
Local experts say not enough is being done to address a mental health crisis on the Mid North Coast. Patients are waiting months to see psychologists – with one claiming their cries for help are falling on deaf ears.
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Port Macquarie Animal Shelter reaching ‘breaking point’ with increased surrenders
The Port Macquarie Animal Shelter has reached ‘breaking point’ – unable to cater to the growing number of surrendered animals. The situation has become dire – with adoption rates slowing ahead of their busiest period.
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Coffs Coast craftsmen play a role in the Melbourne Cup
Two Coffs Coast craftsmen have had a key role, creating wooden buckets used as trophies in Group 1 and 2 races at tomorrow’s Melbourne Cup. A set of large buckets for the horses, as well as a miniature version for the strappers and stable hands – have made their way to Flemington.
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Push for Women’s Shed in Coffs Harbour gains momentum
The push for a Women’s Shed in Coffs Harbour is gaining momentum. Advocates say funding is now needed, to open the doors by 2024.
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Over 40 years of squash in Port Macquarie could soon end
Hundreds of squash players could be forced to hang up their racquets, with the last five courts in Port Macquarie set to close. A local committee is desperately searching for options.