Tag: Gloucester
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Gloucester Masters Games to debut in November
It could be the biggest sporting event in Gloucester history and the first-ever Masters Games is locked in for November. Hundreds of competitors are already signed on and organisers hope it’ll become a permanent fixture.
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HUNTER LOCAL LAND SERVICES HOLDS DISEASE FORUM IN GLOUCESTER
As the threat of foot and mouth disease looms over the agricultural industry, Hunter Local Land Services is visiting rural communities to educate farmers on the symptoms. Locals have taking the advice on board, fearing an outbreak would cost the sectors billions of dollars.
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DAIRY INDUSTRY PROBLEMS EXTEND BEYOND DISEASE THREAT
Rubbing shoulders with politicians in Sydney is a far cry from his Barrington farm, but Graham Forbes is embracing his time in the spotlight. While speaking out on the threat of foot and mouth disease, the Mid Coast farmer is also highlighting the pressing problems, faced by the dairy industry.
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GLOUCESTER FREEMASONS CELEBRATE 100 YEAR MILESTONE
One of the world’s oldest societies is taking a step back in time, to celebrate it’s long history on the Mid North Coast. Gloucester Freemasons dusting of the artefacts today, to mark a century at their Masonic Lodge.
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CATTLE MARKET BOOM HERE TO STAY ON MID NORTH COAST
Cattle producers are confident a booming market is here to stay on the Mid North Coast… With supplies low and demand high, farmers are helping to build back their bank accounts following the drought.
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BLOCKED BARRINGTON TOPS A BLOW TO GLOUCESTER BUSINESSES
It’s a favourite winter getaway – but the Barrington Tops could be off limits this year, with access blocked by landslides. It’s a blow for businesses in nearby Gloucester – which rely heavily on the snow tourism season
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CROKI AVOIDS FLOODING AS MID COAST BRACES FOR HEAVY RAIN
The Mid Coast has managed to avoid major flooding overnight – but, it’s not out of the woods just yet. Emergency services remain on high alert with more rain and thunderstorms on the way.
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ALLAN WALDON’S OUTBACK ADVENTURE HELPING GIRLS IN NEPAL
A Gloucester man is setting off on an outback adventure, raising funds to purchase much needed sanitary items for girls in Nepal. Allan Waldon will head to remote parts of the country on his motorbike… and he needs your support. To donate, visit https://www.facebook.com/thebutcherandnepal/
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MID NORTH COAST FARMERS BENEFITTING FROM SOARING CATTLE PRICES
Struggling farmers are benefitting from soaring cattle prices across the Mid North Coast. Producers in Gloucester today say there’s no signs of the market slowing down, with bumper prices on the final sale of the year.
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DECEMBER 4 START FOR NEWLOOK MANNING A-GRADE SEASON
A start date has finally been set for Manning cricketers to return to the pitch. Five teams will contest A grade, with the trophy named in honour of the region’s sole Test player, Johnny Martin.