Category: Mid North News
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Taree community remembers the fallen
Commemorations continued across the Mid North Coast – with veterans, school students and dignitaries gathering in Taree. The event also paid a special tribute to local heroes who passed away, this year.
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Bushcraft survival skills front and centre at Nambucca course
As the weather warms, more people are heading outdoors – but if you don’t know what you’re doing, it’s easy to come unstuck. Gordon Dedman is a bushcraft survival expert – and is teaching everyday Aussies invaluable skills.
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Waste company warns community about incorrect disposal of batteries
It might seem like a common practice, but a waste company says incorrect disposal of lithium batteries is hurting the environment, and putting garbage truck drivers at risk. They’re calling on the community to rethink their habits and recycle.
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Iconic Manning River cream boat being restored back to life
A group of volunteers at Cundletown are bringing a well known piece of local history back to life. But funding is needed to finish restoring a near 100 year old boat.
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Patients waiting for ENT surgeons call for system overhaul
Families in Northern New South Wales say they’re at breaking point – as a backlog to see ear, nose and throat specialists grows. Those left waiting say the system has to change.
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Camden Haven High School teachers jetting to Indonesia encouraging STEM
Encouraging students to take on STEM-based subjects has it’s host of hurdles. Now two Mid North Coast teachers will be taking on that challenge in another language – both set to teach robotics in Indonesia.
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Study reveals Seal Rocks Road is at risk of coastal erosion
MidCoast Council has revealed Seal Rocks would become isolated if they don’t take action on future coastal erosion. Locals and holidaymakers have backed the move – but say the issue is much deeper.
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Port Macquarie Breakwall redevelopments recieve greenlight
Port Macquarie Breakwall’s redevelopment has been given the greenlight – but not everybody is happy with the decision. Locals are concerned the upgrades remove rock art murals, among other issues.
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Forster public hospital debate wages on
Regional Health Minister Bronnie Taylor says a public hospital at Forster is still a top priority for the state government. But proponents say it’s still a pipe dream until details on its location, size and bed count are locked in.
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A new drawcard bringing tourists to the Coffs Coast
With its pristine beaches and elite sporting events – the Coffs Coast is well established as a popular destination for travellers. But now the region has a new drawcard – organisers finding music festivals are bringing in thousands of tourists.