Category: Mid North News
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Locals gather on National Threatened Species Day to protest logging
Locals from across three North Coast towns have gathered in protest, to mark National Threatened Species Day. They’re calling on the Government to do more to protect our most vulnerable native animals
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MidCoast Council joins stance against RFS assets on local government books
MidCoast Council has joined a growing stance… fighting against the State Government’s push to record Rural Fire Service assets on local government books. The council has approached the opposition and minor parties for help- claiming it has no say on how the assets are used.
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Police investigating alleged fuel theft and major spill in Manning River
Taree Police believe an attempted fuel theft has led to a major spill in the Manning River this morning. An investigation is underway, as crews assess any potential impacts on the river and its marine life.
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Interest rate rise likely to impact Coffs Coast housing market
Coffs Harbour has experienced a real estate frenzy in the last two years, but experts predict that could all be about to change. Today’s interest rate rise to 2-point-3-5 per cent likely to hit the region’s housing market, hard.
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New date set for Group 3 grand final
The date for the Group Three grand final has changed once again, with wet weather pushing the competition back by two weeks. The semi-finals will get underway this weekend… before the Grand Final kicks off, for the first time, on a Saturday.
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Number of surrendered animals at Port Macquarie Animal Shelter skyrocketing
The Port Macquarie Animal Shelter has once again hit capacity, with fears the number of surrendered animals will only rise by Christmas. The shelter is asking the local community to be patient as it finds a way forward.
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Pilot suicide prevention program launches on Coffs Coast
A pilot suicide prevention program has been launched in Coffs Harbour – where the number of deaths is well above the national average. The Wesley Mission initiative is looking to change that, by providing more support to those who are doing it tough.
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South Grafton Rebels take Group 2 Premiership
The South Grafton Rebels have taken out this year’s Group 2 Premiership, after a convincing win over Orara Valley The Axemen WERE sitting top of the ladder, but South Grafton upped the anti – claiming a 36 to 8 win.
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Construction for Lake Cathie’s first ambulance station underway
Emergency services are being bolstered throughout the Mid North Coast – with a new ambulance station set to open in the Hastings. The facility is set to bring more than a dozen new paramedics to the region, with construction on the building starting today.
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Hastings hospitality industry winning this Father’s Day
The wild weather forced families inside this Father’s Day, sparking a boost for the Hastings hospitality sector. Venues were packed out as families escaped the wind and rain, to celebrate the region’s dedicated dads.