Tag: wingham
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First look at Wingham Pre-School extension
With demand for early childhood education soaring, a local pre-school is preparing to reopen its doors to more students. An expansion of Wingham Pre-School is almost complete and NBN News has been given the first look before it opens next year.
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James Johnston overwhelmed by Golden Guitar nominations
The nominations have been out for three days, but James Johnston is still pinching himself ahead of the Golden Guitar Awards in Tamworth. The Wingham product received the most nominations of any artist, capping off a big 20-22 on the road.
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Sixers finals appearance and maiden baggy on Maitlan Brown’s wish list this summer
A Sixers finals appearance and a debut for the Australian test side – Maitlan Brown is dreaming big this summer. The Wingham product has been leading junior clinics this week, as she continues to turn heads in the Women’s Big Bash League.
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Taree police calling on community to reunite alleged stolen tools with tradies
Three months into their investigation, Taree police are calling for the community’s help to return tools – thought to be stolen – to their rightful owners. They say it’s a timely reminder to tradies to lock up.
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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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Wingham bests Nabiac in RSLNSW badminton challenge
A fierce badminton tournament between former servicemen and women has culminated with a final at Wingham Showground today. 12 lower mid north coast Sub-branches were involved, part of a trial program for RSL New South Wales to get ex-servicemen back into physical activity. After the dust quite literally settled, Wingham were crowned champions, beating Nabiac…
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Agriculture industry wearing the burden of carbon reduction says Mid North Coast farmers
As the country works to reduce our carbon footprint, a group of Mid North Coast farmers say the agriculture industry is being forced to wear the burden. Meeting in Wingham today to air their frustrations- they’re calling on the government to focus on research and development rather than commit to a global target.
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HARRINGTON CIRCUS SHOW COMES TO WINGHAM
A new circus is impressing locals, after years of restrictions on the Mid North Coast. The Harrington Circus Show is about to wrap up in Wingham – performers today taking NBN News behind the curtain.
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DESPERATE CALLS FOR EXTENSION TO FUEL EXCISE
Locals are feeling the pain at the petrol pump, but the cost of fuel is having a greater impact on the transport industry. A local business has joined desperate calls for an extension to the fuel excise, and has the backing of a local member.
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ALLEGED STOLEN TOOLS RECOVERED IN MANNING VALLEY RAIDS
Police have recovered a large stash of allegedly stolen tools after two raids across the Manning Valley. One person has been charged, as police work to reunite the items with their owners.