Category: Recent Posts
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NEW AFFORDABLE HOUSING FOR THE BYRON SHIRE
The Byron Shire is getting a much-needed boost to its affordable housing supply, with North Coast Community Housing to build 25 homes. The group says affordable housing is almost non-existent in the Byron Region. The 20 units will be put on the National Rental Affordability Scheme until 2026. (AUDIO IN PARTS)
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HEALTH AUTHORITIES INVESTIGATING MID NORTH COAST MYSTERY CASES
Nine new covid cases on the Mid North Coast have left health authorities searching for answers. While these infections are being investigated, three more are linked to an existing cluster – bringing today’s total to 12. There’s one new case in the Clarence Valley, five at Harrington and four in Taree. And with the Mid…
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MAN PERISHES IN GRANNY FLAT FIRE AT WOY WOY
A man and his pet dog have perished in a fire on the Central Coast. Firefighters were on scene within minutes of the alarm being raised… but nothing could be done to save the pair.
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ONE NEW COVID CASE IN LISMORE WHILE REGION REACHES VACCINATION MILESTONE
There has been one new covid case recorded for Northern New South Wales district today. The case, in the Lismore LGA, is linked to an existing cluster and has not been infectious in the community. Today, a vaccine milestone was reached – with 70,000 jabs now administered in the region. [NO AUDIO]
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ROTARY AND NSW POLICE PARTNER AGAINST DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
The Rotary organisation has partnered with police to send a strong message to perpetrators of domestic violence…and signal their support for survivors. 150 of these umbrellas will be put in police vehicles across the north coast – from Grafton to Tweed Heads. Each one says, ‘say NO to domestic violence.’
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FROM STARSTRUCK TO AN ARIA – NEWCASTLE TEACHER NOMINATED
We all remember our favourite teacher, and Newcastle music educator Dan Wilson is top of the list for thousands. he’s helped shape the dreams and careers of local performers… including one international superstar, who’s made a surprise call to deliver news of a very special award.
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THREE NEW COVID CASES IN NNSWLHD
The Northern health district has recorded three new covid cases. One of the infections – in Lismore – is under investigation, while positive tests in Grafton and Casino are linked to previous clusters. Aldi Ballina has been added to the exposure sites, with anyone there from 6:30 to 7pm on October 8 considered a casual…
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EIGHT ARTISTS ADDED TO THE BLUESFEST 2022 LINEUP
Bluesfest is back and organisers say it’s bigger than ever, boasting both homegrown and international talent. Another eight artists have been added to the festival’s 2022 line-up.
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POLICE LOOKING FOR MAN WANTED ON OUTSTANDING WARRANTS
Police are asking for public assistance to find a man wanted on outstanding warrants. Joshua Coonan, aged 34, is wanted in relation to alleged child sex offences. Joshua is about 165cm tall, of medium build, with a fair complexion and brown hair. Police have been told that Joshua may be working as an arborist in…
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PETITION CALLING FOR BAN ON MINING IN CLARENCE VALLEY TO BE DEBATED IN PARLIAMENT
Lockdowns and COVID restrictions have delayed the process, but at long last, a local activist group will have its petition debated in parliament. The alliance is pushing for a blanket ban on mining in the Clarence Valley.