Tag: northern rivers
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TWO CAMIRA MEN CHARGED OVER DRUG AND THEFT OFFENCES
Two Camira men are facing a string of charges after police searched a rural property south of Casino yesterday afternoon, seizing drugs and allegedly stolen goods. Police say the haul included two hydroponic cannabis set-ups as well as a stolen motorcycle, caravan, paraglider and fencing items. Officers believe the thefts occurred in the Bonalbo area…
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POLICE PLEA FOR PUBLIC’S HELP TO FIND WANTED WOMAN
Police are asking for the public’s help to track down Far North Coast woman Jessica Canning, who’s wanted by officers on a warrant for breach of parole and bail. She’s known to frequent Tweed Heads, Murwillumbah and the Gold Coast. Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers. (NO AUDIO)
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POLICE OFFICER CHARGED WITH DANGEROUS DRIVING DURING PURSUIT
A police officer has been charged with traffic offences that he allegedly committed while on-duty back in March. The 46-year-old sergeant has been issued a Court Attendance Notice for negligent driving, including driving at speed and in a dangerous manner following a pursuit on the M1. He’s due to appear at Byron Bay Local Court…
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UPGRADED 15km SECTION OF THE PACIFIC HIGHWAY OPENS TOMORROW
The Pacific Highway upgrade between Woolgoogla and Ballina reaches yet another milestone tomorrow, with the 15km section from the Iluka turnoff to Devils Pulpit opening to motorists. The upgrade also includes a new southbound rest area at Mororo, offering shaded seating and toilets for motorists travelling through. For more information on the Highway’s upgrade, click…
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QLD’S BORDER CLOSURE LOCKS OUT YOUNG BUDDING ATHLETES
Young budding athletes across the Northern Rivers would normally travel to Queensland to play in higher leagues, but the border closure is leaving many locked out. Unable to attend games and training, they fear they’ll miss out on being chosen for more elite teams.
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FOUR CAR CRASH LEAVES TWO PEOPLE INJURED ON THE NORTH COAST
Emergency services were called to a multi-vehicle crash on Wyrallah Road at Tucki Tucki just after 11 o’clock this morning. Two of the four drivers were taken to Lismore Base Hospital for treatment to minor injuries. Police are investigating the cause of the crash. (NO VIDEO)
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MAMMOTH MISSION UNDERWAY TO RESTORE WW2 SEA AMBULANCE
A World War Two sea ambulance is about to travel more than 600 kilometres from Chinderah to Newcastle on the back of a truck. The clock is ticking on the restoration mission – with the Hunter Anzac Memorial asking for the public’s help. If you’d like to support the project, click here.
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AIR POLLUTION ALERT ISSUED BY NORTH COAST PUBLIC HEALTH UNIT
The North Coast Public Health Unit has issued an air pollution alert with strong winds moving dust, as well as smoke from hazard reduction burns, into some parts of the region. Children, older adults and people with heart and lung conditions are most at risk to the effects of air pollution. Health is advising against…
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OUT OF CONTROL DURANBAH FIRE TEARS THROUGH ALMOST 400ha OF LAND
Almost 400 hectares of land has been scorched at Duranbah on the Far North Coast after a controlled fire got out of hand yesterday morning. Tonight, no properties are under threat with firefighters now confident they’ve contained the blaze.
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FILMING STARTS ON BIG BUDGET PRODUCTIONS IN THE NORTHERN RIVERS
Like many industries, the pandemic brought film and television productions to a standstill. But now there’s signs of revival – with the filming of two big budget streaming series underway across the Northern Rivers.