Westpac is facing sharp criticism over its newly announced regional banking initiative, with a coalition of regional banks labelling the move a “tokenistic and cosmetic”.
Business
Posted inClarence Valley, Education, Parenting and kids, Tourism
Funding secured for Clarence River Historical Society digitisation program
The Clarence River Historical Society has been awarded $12,000 to support a major digitisation project. Read more here.
Posted inBallina, Business
Ballina community clothes swap is back and bigger
Forget Black Friday sales, get a bargain and give your unwanted clothes a second life at Ballina Shire Council’s upcoming community clothes swap on Saturday, December 6.
Posted inAgriculture, Local News
NSW residents encouraged to be alert to signs of avian influenza in poultry
Residents are being encouraged to be alert to signs of avian influenza in commercial and domestic poultry, and wildlife.
Posted inAgriculture, Fire, Local News
Plan to protect livestock during bushfire season
Local Land Services is urging farmers and animal owners to include livestock and pets in their bushfire planning.
Posted inAgriculture, Local News
NSW residents encouraged to be alert to signs of avian influenza in poultry
Residents are being encouraged to be alert to signs of avian influenza in commercial and domestic poultry, and wildlife.
Posted inAgriculture, Local News
Plan to protect livestock during bushfire season
Local Land Services is urging farmers and animal owners to include livestock and pets in their bushfire planning.
Posted inGood News, Nambucca Heads, Small Business
New owners ride a fresh wave at Coastal Curves Surf
A familiar Nambucca Heads surf shop has welcomed new owners, with Sarah and Simon Barrow taking the helm at Coastal Curves Surf.
Posted inKyogle, Parenting and kids, Tourism
Kyogle Gardens Caravan Park reopens after $1.8 million upgrade
The Kyogle Gardens Caravan Park is set to reopen tomorrow, 14 November, following a major $1.8 million redevelopment.
Posted inAgriculture, Awards, Good News
Australia makes mince meat of beef industry at awards
Australia has taken out several top categories and the most gold medals at the prestigious World Steak Challenge, presented in London on Monday.