Category: Mid North News
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Breah’s legacy to live on through national asthma awareness campaign
A Mid North Coast couple is using the tragic loss of their daughter to draw attention to asthma. Breah Elvins is set to become the face of a national campaign – raising awareness of the illness that often goes under the radar.
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Residents speak out about proposed McDonalds in Toormina
A proposal for a new McDonalds restaurant in Toormina is now before the Land and Environment Court. The on-site hearing follows TWO knock-backs from Coffs City Council.
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Stephen Bromhead says farewell to State Parliament
Outgoing Member for Myall Lakes Stephen Bromhead has officially retired, farewelling State Parliament in an address this afternoon. Mr Bromhead reflected on his accomplishments and challenges in office, also thanking his friends, family and community. “Without the support of the electorate without the trust and honour they place in you I wouldn’t have been able…
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Snake sightings on the rise on the Coffs Coast
Volunteers at Wildlife Rescue service WIRES have been run off their feet, following a significant rise in calls for help along the Coffs Coast. The recent wet weather has played a part in the displacement of animals – with more snakes spotted in people’s backyards.
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Mid North Coast retailers struggling to stay viable
A number of Mid North Coast retailers are struggling to stay viable, with some shops doors shutting for good. Businesses are being urged to diversify… as owners combat a shortage of local workers.
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Australian National Futsal League makes a return
After a seven year hiatus, the Australian National Futsal League has made its long awaited return this weekend. The action returned to Coffs Harbour, with the Mid North Coast team seeing some mixed results.
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Miki makes his first public appearance
The newest addition to Dolphin Marine Conservation Park has made his first public appearance. A 13 week old sea lion, becoming an instant crowd favourite.
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Armed robbers break into occupied Thrumster home
A Mid North Coast couple has had an unwelcome suprise this morning, waking to find their home broken into, and their new car stolen. Their shock quickly turning to fear after they checked their security cameras.
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Cattle, carnival rides and more at the 2022 Taree Show
Cattle, carnival rides and everything in between – hundreds of people packed the Taree Showground today for the return of the region’s top agricultural event. This year – the changing role of women in agriculture was recognised, as was a local legend’s milestone.
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Federal funding lost for pool redevelopments
Pool redevelopments for both Woolgoolga and Sawtell have been put on hold, as Coffs Harbour council restructures its capital works program. More than $7-million in federal funding has been lost, because council won’t have the works completed by the grant deadline.