Category: Mid North News
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Grafton TAFE teachers walk off the job
Grafton TAFE teachers have joined others across the state walking off the job, protesting against workload and pay. They are asking the New South Wales Government to come back to the negotiating table, and fix what they say, is a broken system.
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Tug-of-War continues over future of Coffs Harbour Jetty Foreshores
A tug-of-war continues in Coffs Harbour over the future of the Jetty Foreshores. While the city’s Chamber of Commerce believes survey opportunities have been thorough and fair – others believe the opposite to be true.
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Another parking shortfall for Port Macquarie
Port Macquarie’s most relied upon car park will close its doors at night by the beginning of next month. With limited parking already creating shortfalls, businesses fear without the 24-7 service, it will impede on night life.
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Former cop charged over alleged assault and evidence tampering
A former Northern Region police officer has fronted Coffs Harbour Local Court – charged with eight offences, including alleged assault. Travis Paul Pocock, who served for over a decade, has indicated he will plead not guilty.
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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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WildNets Adventure Park ready for action
A few lucky people were the first to experience a new addition in Port Macquarie’s $3 million dollar tourism precinct. The Wildnets Adventure Park will open to the public tomorrow… bringing not only fun, but a boost to the regional economy.
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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.
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Wauchope turns into two-wheel paradise for Moto Fest
Wauchope has, this weekend, cemented itself as the motorcycle capital of New South Wales. The town, hosting hundreds of riders at the local Showground for it’s annual ‘Moto Fest’.
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Get Ready Weekend events cut short for firies to attend Tinonee house fire
‘Get Ready Weekend’ events were cut short on the Mid Coast this morning with firefighters called to a housefire on Caparra Close in Tinonee. Crews arrived on the scene just before 10.30 and quickly extinguished the blaze. A HAZMAT team was then called in, to treat asbestos. “We’ve gained entry through the back of the…
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Questions raised over vision following indigenous teen’s arrest
Whimpering, and suffering from a head wound – shocking footage has emerged of an indigenous teenager, allegedly injured during an arrest in the Northern Rivers. Police say the incident is under investigation – and a warning, some viewers may find this next story confronting.