Tag: taree
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MIDCOAST COUNCIL RESPONDS TO HUNTER DENSITY PLANS
Whether it’s pristine beaches or fine dining – the Mid Coast’s lifestyle is something that keeps drawing people to the region. But the local council is concerned for it – in the long term – as plans to accommodate growth in nearby regions begin to form.
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CATHOLIC SCHOOLS OFFICE LAUNCH WELL-BEING FRAMEWORK IN WINGHAM
Student well-being is at the forefront of the local Catholic Schools Office newest policy and framework – launched at St Joseph’s Primary in Wingham this week. Preventative skills for mental health issues will now be implemented in all 59 schools across the Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle. Parents and teachers will play a vital role. “We are…
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PICKLEBALL PLAYERS READY FOR BARRINGTON COAST CHALLENGE
It’s one of the fastest growing sports on the Mid North Coast and now pickleball players are gearing up for a major tournament in Taree. The third annual Barrington Coast Challenge setting them up for a shot at the State titles next month.
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ADVOCACY GROUP TAKES AIM AT GOVERNMENT OVER YARRATT STATE FOREST
A forest advocacy group has taken aim at the federal government over the protection of trees and koalas in a State Forest near Taree. Local MP Dr David Gillespie though has come out swinging, saying their claims are far from the truth.
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OLD BAR COMMUNITY COLLECTING DONATIONS FOR FLOOD-AFFECTED LISMORE
After receiving help following the bushfires, Old Bar is returning the favour. A volunteer group has been overwhelmed with donations for those in flood affected Lismore. Can’t speak highly enough and this what you see now will be ongoing for about the next 3 or 4 weeks,” organiser Jan Wallace said. “Simple things like soap,…
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ARLENE BLENCOWE GETS A SHOT AT BELLATOR MMA TITLE
The Mid North Coast’s Arlene Blencowe has announced she’ll step back into the MMA cage, taking on Cris Cyborg for the women’s featherweight title in Hawaii next month. Blencowe was forced to tap out in their last fight for the title in 2020. The 38-year-old holds a 15-8 fighting record.
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THE RESILIENCE PROJECT LAUNCHES IN MID COAST SCHOOLS
A mental health program has launched in Mid Coast schools this week, giving students the courage to speak up. The Resilience Project teaching them vital skills to get on top of their issues.
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TASTEFEST TO TANTALISE THE TASTEBUDS IN TAREE
A mouthwatering festival is making its return to Taree next month. In a much needed boost to local tourism, TasteFest on the Manning will bring together the finest dishes the Manning Valley has to offer.
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BREAKING THE BIAS AT INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY FUNCTION IN TAREE
A host of inspirational speakers hit the stage today at Club Taree. An advocate for women in the police force, Taree chief inspector Christine George shared her experience. “I tell people they don’t need to be different you know you don’t need to be one of the boys you can just be yourself and it’s…
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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.