Tag: covid
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OLD BAR PHARMACY URGES MORE PEOPLE TO GET VACCINATED
Phones have been running off the hook at Old Bar Pharmacy with eligible residents over 60 booking in AstraZeneca jabs. More than 120 vaccines have been administered this week, with a shipment of 300 doses on the way. The pharmacy was one of 22 across regional New South Wales taking part in a vaccine trial…
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SELECTED PHARMACIES TO ADMINISTER ASTRAZENECA VACCINE
Selected pharmacies across regional New South Wales will take part in a trial program to ease pressure on doctors administering the AstraZeneca covid vaccine. One Mid North Coast pharmacist is also hoping to reduce the fear and stigma surrounding the jab.
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WHALE WATCHING FEVER IN THE GREAT LAKES
It’s whale fever on the Mid North Coast with a record number of sightings along the coast this winter. A cruise business in Forster has welcomed an influx of people looking to catch a glimpse of the creatures – but Sydney’s lockdown is still being felt.
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DRIVE THRU COVID TESTING CLINIC OPENS AT FORSTER
Swabbing capabilities on the Mid North Coast have grown as a drive thru clinic opened at Forster Private Hospital today. A steady flow of traffic came through as locals sought a test, sparing them a trip to Taree. The clinic is open 8am to 4pm weekdays and 8am to 2pm on Saturdays. It adds to…
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DOCTOR URGES PEOPLE TO GET VACCINATED BEFORE IT’S TOO LATE
A GP in Taree is concerned about the numbers of people on the Mid North Coast opting to get vaccinated. Taree Respiratory Clinic has had to reduce its vaccinating hours due to a smaller demand than anticipated – with people being urged to take up the opportunity to protect themselves and others.
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SUPPORTING LOCAL? GOOD! STILL DRINKING TOO MUCH? BAD.
Independent bottle shops have seen sales rise as much as 75 per cent percent in a year. The spike started during the pandemic – but to the concern of doctors, the trend continues, even as restrictions are lifted.
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MASK MANDATORY FROM MIDNIGHT ACROSS THE CENTRAL COAST
There have been significant changes to COVID-19 restrictions announced today. From midnight tonight, it’ll be mandatory to don a face mask in certain indoor areas across the Central Coast. This includes shopping centres, public transport, places of worship, cinemas and hospitality venues. From Monday, anyone found in breach of the new rule will face a…
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COWORK SURVEY REVEALS MORE COMMUNICATION NEEDED
Its popularity is growing around the world, but here in Australia, ‘co-working’ hasn’t quite taken off – yet. One boutique co-working hub conducted a survey at the height of COVID, and the results point to a major shift in workplace structure.
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CCRL HAPPY AS | ALL ON DECK FOR JULY 19 KICK-OFF
In a massive coup for rugby league on the Central Coast, all 10 clubs have confirmed their inclusion for the upcoming season. Teams from Newcastle and Sydney have also coming knocking, wanting a spot in the local league, but the league says – it’s full.
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BUSINESS EXPERTS WARN THINK BEYOND COVID
Business owners are being encouraged to seek support, with the next three months predicted to be the hardest. The Australian Bureau of Statistics says six out of 10 are already seeking external business advice, but the toughest period is yet to come.