Category: Recent Posts
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Caitlan Johnston plays out a perfect 2022
At just 21, Newcastle’s Caitlin Johnston has got her hands on four of the biggest prizes in rugby league – and she’s won them all in a year. But the Knights superstar has no plans to rest on her laurels… already plotting to defend those titles.
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Homes damaged, yards blanketed in sudden hailstorm at Port Macquarie
SES volunteers scrambled on the mid north coast late yesterday, after a fierce hail storm lashed Port Macquarie. Residents made 100 calls for help – many capturing the nature’s fury on camera.
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Football Far North Coast holds free referee course
Football Far North Coast is trying to resolve a referee shortage. On the weekend, the organisation hosted a free ‘training session’ – teaching 15 locals how to officiate a game… and be part of the solution.
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Casino SES Unit receives new light storm vehicle & storm trailer
Casino’s SES crew has had more than $200,000 worth of equipment delivered to support ongoing flood operations. The Minister for Flood Recovery and Emergency Services unveiled the new Light Storm vehicle and Storm Trailer. The unit says with just 26 members, they responded to almost 500 requests for help since the start of the year.…
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Living Lab launches in Lismore to help rebuild flood-ravaged Northern Rivers
A new partnership – linking government agencies, researchers and the community – has been locked in to help rebuild the flood-ravaged Northern Rivers. Tonight, NBN News has an exclusive look inside Lismore’s “Living Lab”.
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Police urge Schoolies to stay safe ahead of celebrations kicking off in Byron Bay tomorrow
Police are urging young people to make the right choices and stay safe, with Schoolies celebrations set to begin in New South Wales tomorrow. The far north coast will be a hotspot, with more than 12,000 expected to head to Byron Bay alone.
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Lake Macquarie becomes state’s first region to roll out e-scooters
It’s already trialling e-bikes – now Lake Macquarie is adding another new mode of transport. The city is the first in the state to trial e-scooters – but some locals aren’t convinced the move is worthwhile.
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Elton John Ticket Winners
Congratulations to the lucky winners of our Elton John Watch and Win Competition: L. Cossar, Tenambit J. Buckland, Glenreagh
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Experts warn now’s the time to be thinking about sun safety
Beaches are packed and temperatures soaring, you could be forgiven for thinking it’s already summer. But experts warn now’s the time to be thinking about sun safety… with many Australians holding off getting their skin checked during the pandemic.
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Port Stephens Marine Rescue celebrates 40 years on the sea
For decades, the Port Stephens Marine Rescue unit has witnessed the best and worst of the ocean. Today it marked 40 years of life-saving service – now one of the busiest patrols in the state.