The State Government has issued an urgent plea for motorists to drive safely ahead of the busy holiday period, as traffic volumes increase across New South Wales and double demerits come into force.
Emergency management
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Take care and plan ahead this summer
Emergency services are urging communities across the Mid Coast to plan ahead and stay safe—whether in the surf, on the water or travelling through bushfire-prone areas.
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NSW RFS ‘red fleet’ ownership delayed by bureaucracy
NSW councils hoping for a swift resolution to long running ownership issues surrounding the Rural Fire Service Red Fleet have been left disappointed with the NSW Government’s response to a parliamentary inquiry.
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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.
Posted inEmergency management, MidCoast
Fatal shark attack on Mid North Coast
A woman has died and a man remains in hospital following a shark attack at Crowdy Bay on the New South Wales Mid North Coast.
Posted inAgriculture, Emergency management, Local News
North Coast farmers urged to prepare as summer storm claims surge
North Coast farmers are being urged to prepare for another volatile summer, as new data from Elders Insurance shows storm-related farm damage and claims are rising sharply across the region.
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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.
Posted inClarence Valley, Emergency management, Local News
New disaster resilience funding strengthens Clarence communities
Clarence MP Richie Williamson has welcomed new disaster resilience funding for Iluka Road upgrades and a purpose-built evacuation centre in Baryulgil, aimed at strengthening community safety during future natural disasters.
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 inAccidents and road closures, North Coast Surrounds
Driver ‘blacked out’ before hitting spectators at Walcha
More details continue to emerge following the tragic accident at Walcha, with the brother of the driver of the vehicle involved posting to social media that his brother blacked out before driving through the fence and into spectators at Walcha showground.