Tag: Maclean
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HIGHLAND FESTIVAL RETURNS TO MACLEAN FOR 117TH YEAR
Returning for its 117th year, the Highland Gathering in Maclean has drawn a large crowd. The region rallying behind the pipers, drummers, dancers and sporting competitors.
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CONCERN EASES IN MACLEAN AS MIGHTY CLARENCE RIVER PEAKS
Many residents in Maclean are breathing a sigh of relief tonight. The town remains on major flood alert, but fortunately, the Clarence River hasn’t breached its levee wall.
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SOUTHGATE TOLD TO EVACUATE AS RIVERS RISE AROUND GRAFTON AND CORAKI
Grafton is on edge tonight with a major flood warning along the Clarence River. Those living in low-lying areas along the river have been told to get to higher ground, and farmers are preparing for the worst.
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MACLEAN COMMUNITY IN UPROAR OVER PROPOSED CHANGES TO HOSPITAL
More than 200 people gathered at the Maclean Showgrounds last night to discuss proposed changes to the local district hospital. A reconfiguration of wards has union and community members concerned beds will close.
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NRL SUPERSTARS HELP TO CLOSE THE GAP
Six NRL stars ditched practice this week, to talk to the students of Maclean about issues affecting them. It’s part of the ‘Close the Gap’ program, connecting indigenous communities in regional areas with the services they need.