Tag: coffs harbour
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DESPERATE NEED FOR INDIGENOUS FOSTER CARERS
An Indigenous foster care organisation on the Mid North Coast has seen almost double the amount of cases since last year. Abcare Coffs Harbour hopes National Child Protection Week will highlight the desperate need for indigenous carers in the region.
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ALLEGED CARJACKER TRACKED DOWN WITH GPS
A man has been charged after a pizza delivery driver was allegedly carjacked on the Mid North Coast. Shortly after 7pm last night, the delivery driver parked his car outside a motel on the Pacific Highway in Coffs Harbour, when he was approached by a male. Police say the 40-year-old man allegedly threatened the driver…
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GUMGALI TRACK WINS INTERNATIONAL RECOGNITION
A Coffs Coast walking track, that brings the Gumbaynggirr nation’s story to life, has received international recognition. Taking home third place at the National Association for Interpretation Awards in the US.
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OFFSHORE SUPERBOAT CHAMPIONSHIPS ZOOM INTO COFFS
They’re called the V-8s of the sea…and they’ll be putting on a show in Coffs Harbour this weekend. Round three of the Offshore Superboat Championships will start on Saturday, with the best vantage points expected to fill fast.
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RFS WARNS AGAINST HAZARD REDUCTION BURNS
While this week’s unseasonably hot weather is great for some, it’s a danger for others. The Rural Fire Service have now set the Fire Danger Ratings to very high. They’ll be taking a break from Hazard Reduction Burns over the next few days. They’re asking Coffs Harbour and Bellingen Shire residents to do the same.…
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FISHERMEN’S MOORING UPGRADE COMPLETE
Whether you fish for fun or professionally, the water’s edge will now be more accessible at the Coffs Harbour Fishermen’s Mooring. The $2.7-million upgrade to the South Western Breakwater has officially opened. It includes 13 new parking spaces, and a wider road for vehicles. Council has hailed the development as a big win for the region’s…
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TICKETS NOW ON SALE FOR WOMEN’S ASHES GAMES IN COFFS HARBOUR
The countdown is underway, with Ashes cricket coming to Coffs Harbour in less than three months time. The Australian Women’s team is set to take on England at the end of October.
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POKER FACES AND ACES HIGH AS BRIDGE DEVOTEES FACE OFF
It’s more of a pastime than a sport, but that doesn’t mean things can’t get intense. Coffs Harbour is hosting its annual bridge congress this week, drawing card sharks from far and wide.
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ORGAN RECIPIENTS DRIVE HOME IMPORTANCE OF DONATION
The gift of life is by far the greatest of all – and today those who’ve received organ donations showed just how grateful they are. They’re taking part in an awareness ride, to mark the end of Donate Life Week, which encourages us to consider donating.
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WOMEN’S LEAGUE TAG MOVES INTO FINAL ROUNDS
In women’s league tag, Coffs Harbour’s home ground advantage paid off when they took on top of the table Sawtell. They’re heading into the finals on a high after a 12 points to 10 victory.