Category: Mid North News
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FLOOD CLEANUP CONTINUES IN ULMARRA
As floodwaters slowly start to recede in many areas across the North Coast – cleanups are now getting underway. Hundreds of boots are on the ground, going door to door, helping to remove flood soaked household items.
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CROKI AVOIDS FLOODING AS MID COAST BRACES FOR HEAVY RAIN
The Mid Coast has managed to avoid major flooding overnight – but, it’s not out of the woods just yet. Emergency services remain on high alert with more rain and thunderstorms on the way.
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COST OF ASSESSMENT KEEPING MID COAST LOCALS OUT OF THE DENTIST CHAIR
Mid Coast dentists are filling appointments fast – but, the cost of an oral health assessment is still keeping many locals out of the chair. Now, a Taree dentist is calling on the Federal Government to step in.
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DONATIONS PILE UP FOR NORTHERN RIVERS RESIDENTS
The Coffs Harbour community is banding together to collect care packages for flood-affected residents in the Northern Rivers. And, the community spirit has extended far beyond donations – with a heartfelt message left in Brelsford Park for our SES volunteers.
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LANSDOWNE RESIDENTS SLAM MIDCOAST COUNCIL OVER STATE OF ROADS
A group of residents are at their wit’s end – slamming MidCoast Council over the state of roads in the Lansdowne Valley, north of Taree. They feel they’re being left in the dark over plans for repairs.
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COFFS HARBOUR BECOMES A VITAL RE-FUELLING POINT FOR AIRCRAFT
Coffs Harbour has become an vital re-fuelling point for emergency services and aircraft being deployed to the Northern Rivers. There has been a visible increase in craft flying over the city – to try and help our neighbours to the north.
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RURAL FIRE BRIGADE MEMBERS RECOGNISED
As we reel from this week’s flooding emergency, it’s hard to believe that just two years ago, the Mid North Coast was in the grips of a deadly bushfire crisis. 89 rural fire brigades across the region have now received national recognition for their heroic efforts during the Black Summer.
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CLARENCE VALLEY COMMUNITIES CUT OF BY FLOODWATERS
Towns in the Clarence Valley are still cut off days after flood waters reached them. But there’s been a small victory for Maclean, with a valiant effort by locals saving the town.
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PORT BASE HOSPITAL TO BE GIFTED CO-SLEEPER COTS
For mums who’ve had C-sections, keeping little ones close by can make the post-natal period… much easier. ‘Co-sleeper cots’ have long been on Port Base Hospital’s wishlist – and a generous donation will see the bassinets rolled out in a matter of weeks
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NANA GLEN RESIDENTS BEGIN TO ASSESS DAMAGE
The sunshine has made its way to Nana Glen and Glenreagh, finally giving residents a reprieve. While many are able to travel now that roads are open, some are still isolated.