Tag: manning river
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David Warby back on the Manning River for world water speed record testing
His dad’s world water speed record is within reach – Newcastle’s David Warby is back in his jet powered boat for test runs on the Manning river. Heading up the highway to Taree today, Warby put on an impressive show for onlookers.
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Iconic Manning River cream boat being restored back to life
A group of volunteers at Cundletown are bringing a well known piece of local history back to life. But funding is needed to finish restoring a near 100 year old boat.
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Endangered Manning River turtles released into the wild
It’s a big day for one Australia’s oldest freshwater reptiles- with 10 Manning River turtles, released into the wild. It’s been a long time coming for local conservationists- who say the project will be used to help other endangered species.
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State ski racing action back on the Manning River for the first time in 30 years
For the first time in three decades Ski Racing New South Wales is holding a state round on the Manning River. Organisers made the last minute move to Taree, as Sydney’s Hawkesbury River continues to recover from the floods. Cruical competition points are up for grabs, with competitors travelling from as far as Queensland and…
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Action packed start to Manning River dragon boat regatta
It might have only been day one, but the competition was fierce at the Manning River dragon boat regatta. A dozen clubs from across the State will back up tomorrow for a series of sprint races.
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Police investigating alleged fuel theft and major spill in Manning River
Taree Police believe an attempted fuel theft has led to a major spill in the Manning River this morning. An investigation is underway, as crews assess any potential impacts on the river and its marine life.
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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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EPA WRAPS UP FLOOD DEBRIS REMOVAL FROM MANNING RIVER
Almost a year after the disaster, the EPA has finished removing flood debris from the Manning River. And while the river has avoided permanent damage, MidCoast Council is calling on the community to keep it clean.
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NOTHING STOPS JOHN SETTING SAIL ON THE MIGHTY MANNING RIVER
Navigating the waterways can be a tricky task at the best of times- let alone with a vision impairment. One Taree sailor is proving you don’t need eyesight to set sail.
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RESEARCH INTO MANNING RIVER ENTRANCES PROJECT UNDERWAY
Finding a solution to the dangerous Manning River entrances has plagued locals for years. But now there’s some progress- with research into opening them permanently underway this week.