In a dramatic, unexpected press conference, US President Donald Trump has reportedly announced he cannot beat Iran and apologised to the world for the fuel crisis.
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Posted inCommunity development, Good News, Grants and funding, Taree
Local sporting groups in Myall Lakes receive funding boost
More than $48,000 in funding will support Myall Lakes sporting clubs recovering from floods and keeping communities active.
Posted inCoffs Harbour, Energy, Money, Travel
Push for free public transport this Easter as fuel prices reshape travel
The NSW Opposition is calling for free public transport over the Easter long weekend, as new data shows rising fuel prices are already changing how Australians plan their holidays.
Posted inHousing, Hunter, Money
Fuel, rates, and living costs drive new migration to the regions – if they have a good postcode
We may be looking at a second wave of migration to the regions, but a postcode lending lottery could make things hard for some looking to make the move.
Posted inBellingen Shire, Grants and funding, Roads and Infrastructure
Federal Government funding for Summervilles Road
The Albanese Government has committed $3.8 million to replace two timber bridges on Summervilles Road with concrete structures, addressing key pinch points on the current Waterfall Way detour.
Posted inBusiness, Money, New England
Interest rate hike risks tipping regional businesses over the edge
Member for Page Kevin Hogan has raised concerns about the impact of last week’s rate rise on families, while the state’s peak business body and other leaders have raised concerns about what it will do to local small business.
Posted inLocal News, Money
North Coast leaves $12m unclaimed
More than $12 million in unclaimed money is sitting in accounts linked to North Coast addresses, with residents urged to check whether some of it belongs to them.
Posted inAgribusiness, Business, Cost of Living, Economy, Politics
Local beef producers to be impacted by China’s mega tariff
Local producers are likely to feel the impact of China’s sudden decision to impose tariffs of up to 55 per cent on beef imports
Posted inBusiness, Grants and funding
Fresh call for eID funding
NSW Farmers has warned it will review its support for mandated traceability reforms unless continued funding for the transition is delivered, alongside eID tag-free pathways.
Posted inBusiness, Money, North Coast Surrounds
Westpac admits dropping the ball on regional customers
Westpac is promising to better support its regional bank brands after losing customers because of overpriced mortgage products for home owners.