Renters across the Mid North Coast and North Coast could gain access to cheaper, cleaner energy under new proposals that would give tenants the right to use portable solar panels and batteries.
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Posted inBallina, Feature, Roads and Infrastructure
Missingham Bridge guardrail works to improve community safety
Essential guardrail works will be carried out on Missingham Bridge from Monday with work expected to continue for approximately four days, weather permitting.
Posted inFeature, Local News, Youth
North Coast PCYC clubs record huge membership numbers in record year
North Coast PCYC clubs have recorded thousands of members and youth program visits during a record year for the organisation across NSW.
Posted inCrime, Tweed Heads
Man arrested, firearm seized in Tweed Heads
A man has been charged after police allegedly found him in possession of a firearm in the state’s north this week.
Posted inFeature, Health, Indigenous, Local News
Troy Cassar-Daley encourages mob to get vaccinated ahead of winter
Country music star Troy Cassar-Daley is urging First Nations Australians to get vaccinated before winter respiratory illnesses increase.
Posted inFeature, Health, New England
10-hour journeys for blood tests expose the toll of rural healthcare gaps
A New England mother drives 10 hours for blood tests, exposing the emotional and financial toll of rural fertility care.
Posted inFeature, Grafton, Housing
$5m boost to deliver safe housing for vulnerable older women in South Grafton
A $5 million NSW Government boost will help deliver 32 affordable homes for older women in South Grafton.
Posted inByron Bay, Feature, Health
Healthcare Helper volunteer program arrives at Byron Central Hospital
Byron Central Hospital is seeking volunteers for a new Healthcare Helper program supporting patients, families and nursing staff locally.
Posted inAgriculture, Lismore, Petitions
Nationals launch “Flick the Tick” petition
Nationals MPs have launched a “Flick the Tick” petition at Primex today, demanding stronger action and more funding to tackle the growing cattle tick threat across regional NSW.
Posted inAwards, Feature, Flood, Good News, Taree
Taree clubs hailed for flood recovery efforts one year on
Two of Taree’s best-known clubs are being recognised for their extraordinary efforts during last year’s devastating floods, with both Club Taree and Taree Aquatic Club (Sailo’s) named finalists in the Emergency Response category of the prestigious ClubsNSW Clubs & Community Awards.