Staff at Taree Aquatic Club, affectionately known as Sailos, have been dealt a fresh blow after a fire ripped through the clubhouse in the early hours of Monday, 24 August, just months after the venue began recovering from last year’s floods.
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Woman critically injured after Coffs Harbour house fire
A woman has suffered critical burns after a house fire in Coffs Harbour, while her brother was treated for burns and smoke inhalation after escaping the blaze.
North Coast, Mid North Coast targeted in bushfire hazard reduction push
A new state government taskforce is targeting high-risk areas as part of a broader push to accelerate hazard reduction and strengthen bushfire preparedness.
Natural disaster declarations made for North Coast LGA’s following bushfires
Residents across the Mid Coast and five other New South Wales regions are now eligible for disaster assistance.
Bulahdelah Recovery Hub to support bushfire-affected residents
Residents in Bulahdelah impacted by recent bushfires will have access to direct support this Friday, as the State Government rolls out recovery hubs and hardship payments for communities affected across NSW.
NSW Government responds to Bushfire Inquiry reforms
The NSW Government has now responded to all 76 recommendations from the NSW Bushfire Inquiry, transforming the state’s ability to prepare, respond and recover when bushfire strikes.
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.
