Tag: casino
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CATTLE SALES CONTINUE IN CASINO
Cattle sales will continue at the Northern Rivers Livestock Exchange, despite the coronavirus crisis. Vendors are still being encouraged to trade to their planned schedules, but only essential staff will be allowed to enter the sales yard. Livestock sales are essential to maintaining the region’s food supply.
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BLUES FEST CANCELLED, WILL SPLENDOUR FOLLOW?
Music lovers are also reeling after organisers officially cancelled Blues Fest. There’s now a concern Splendour in the Grass scheduled later this year will receive the same fate.
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CASINO HOSTS BUSHFIRE ROYAL COMMISSION
Casino hosted a community forum today as part of the Royal Commission into the devastating Black Summer of fires. Community members were invited to attend to provide feedback about the Government’s preparedness and response to disasters. Federal Member for Page, Kevin Hogan MP, says there are other opportunities for feedback. “No one is going to…
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BUSHFIRE ROYAL COMMISSION TO VISIT CASINO
Casino will host a community forum this Thursday, as part of the Bushfire Royal Commission. A small group of people will be allowed to attend the forum, with nominations now open online. Last month, Prime Minister Scott Morrison outlined the terms of reference for the commission, saying it will examine Australia’s preparedness and response to…
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RAIN DRIVES UP CATTLE PRICES BUT GENERATES HEALTH CONCERNS
Solid rainfall over the past month has not only brought an emerald glow to the Richmond Valley, cattle prices are also up. But the wet weather is prompting a warning from vets to vaccinate livestock.
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COULD YOU BE CASINO’S NEXT BEEF WEEK QUEEN?
Casino is on the lookout for a lady to claim the crown as Queen of Beef Week. Festival organisers have opened online applications for local females aged 18-25. The event, which is held in the nation’s beef capital, celebrates the industry, the community and local farmers. The winner is announced on opening night in May…
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VOUCHERS FOR BUSHFIRE VICTIMS
Northern New South Wales residents whose homes were destroyed in last year’s bushfires will receive a much needed boost this week – both emotionally and financially. Christian charity, Rapid Relief Team, is travelling along the coast to help out with recovery efforts.
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MAN REFUSED BAIL OVER TAXI DRIVER ROBBERY
And a man accused of the brazen armed robbery of a taxi driver in Casino on Monday will remain in custody. Police allege 29-year-old Marley Laurie threatened the driver with a small knife, demanding his phone and money. The victim was taken to Casino Hospital after sustaining cuts to his hand. Laurie will front Casino…
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SA FIREFIGHTER ACCUSED OF SEXUAL ASSAULT FRONTS COURT
A senior South Australian firefighter accused of sexually assaulting a female colleague while on deployment in the Northern Rivers will remain on bail. Gregory Davis fronted Casino Local Court for the first time this morning, charged with four counts of aggravated sexual touching and one count of assault with intent to have sexual intercourse. Police…
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DEFENCE FORCE HERE TO HELP CASINO RFS
Despite community concern about the lack of action from the Australian Army, the RFS has confirmed they are working extremely hard to keep the firefighting effort going. For the past two weeks twelve Australian Defence Force personnel have been in Casino.. Tasked with transporting people and equipment, cooking meals and delivering them to crews across…