Northern NSW hospitals have recorded faster emergency treatment and ambulance handovers despite an increase in patients requiring urgent care.
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Kate is a proud mum of two with a wealth of journalism, media and communications experience across the New England and its surrounding regions. She raises guide dogs in her spare time, loves a good chat with her friends and colleagues, and enjoys living her best life floating between country living and the big smoke. In addition to being one of our main story writers, Kate helps manage our newsdesk and freelancers.
Posted inFeature, Health, Northern Rivers
Rural health partnership aims to strengthen local workforce
Northern Rivers communities could see more locally trained health workers under a renewed partnership strengthening the region’s health workforce.
Posted inCrime, Feature, Gloucester
Police investigate Gloucester break-ins and vehicle thefts
Police are investigating a series of break-ins in Gloucester after two vehicles were stolen early Friday morning.
Posted inCrime, Feature, Taree
Six charged in high-visibility Taree police operation
Six people have been charged during a high-visibility police operation targeting crime and anti-social behaviour across the Taree area.
Posted inByron Bay, Feature
Clarkes Beach erosion works completed in Byron Bay
A $1.6 million coastal protection project has been completed at Clarkes Beach, improving access and protecting assets from erosion.
Posted inBallina, Economy, Feature
Have your say on Ballina’s economic future
Ballina Shire residents and businesses are being asked to help shape a five-year strategy for local economic and tourism growth.
Posted inAwards, Coffs Harbour, Feature
Coffs Harbour man honoured for courageous creek rescue
Coffs Harbour man Brett Neal has been honoured for courage after helping rescue a woman trapped in an overturned vehicle.
Posted inCrime, Feature, Port Macquarie-Hastings
Woman charged after alleged police pursuit and assaults in Port Macquarie
An 18-year-old woman has been charged with 13 offences following an alleged domestic violence incident, police pursuit and assaults on officers on the Mid North Coast.
Posted inEnvironment, Feature, MidCoast
MidCoast search begins for next reuse champion
MidCoast residents are being encouraged to turn their repair, restoration and recycling projects into prizes as entries open for the 2026 Reviva Reuse Competition.
Posted inBusiness, Feature, Nambucca Heads
Small business talks aim to boost Nambucca Valley jobs and growth
Nambucca Valley businesses are helping shape policies aimed at reducing costs, supporting local jobs and strengthening the regional economy.