Three North Coast MPs have poured out their hearts for Dr Helen Haines in federal parliament. Hear what they said about heroes, anger online, and the day she returns.
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Posted inFeature, Mining and Resources, NSW News, NSW Politics, Workers and Unions
NSW releases critical minerals skills plan
NSW has launched what it calls an Australian-first Critical Minerals Skills Plan as Sydney hosts a global mining conference, and renewed its coal agreement with Japan, the state’s biggest buyer.
Posted inFeature, NSW Politics, Social issues and services
Gun buyback leaves North Coast waiting
Own a gun in Lismore, Ballina or Tweed Heads? The NSW buyback starts next week, but your local station will not take surrenders until February, and the rules on the number of guns are not final.
Posted inEducation, Feature, NSW News, Politics
NSW first to sign new Free TAFE deal
NSW is first to sign the new five-year Free TAFE deal, with $560 million and about 160,000 places from 2027 aimed at housing, energy, digital skills, and essential care.
Posted inCoffs Harbour, Local politics, What's on
Want to be a Coffs councillor? Get the inside look
Fancy a seat at the Coffs Harbour council table? A free session on 28 October will show would-be candidates what the job really involves before the 12 December by-election.
Posted inClarence Valley, Feature, Local politics
Grafton-raised administrator takes charge of suspended Clarence Valley Council
A Coraki boy who began his career in Grafton is back to steer the suspended Clarence Valley Council. John Rayner has three months and a long to-do list.
Posted inFeature, Kempsey Shire, Local politics
Kempsey councillor refuses to go after being asked to quit
Kempsey Shire Council has censured Cr Noel Selby and asked him to resign over a Facebook comment. He says no.
Posted inFeature, Federal Politics, National News
Senate probes $560m community grants
Senate hearings into how a $560 million community grants program picked its winners start today in Canberra. Watch live online on Wednesday and Thursday.
Posted inLocal politics, Nambucca Valley, Recycling and waste
Waste fight in Nambucca Valley pits national park against growth
The local MP says Nambucca Valley councillors have put the Valley’s rubbish future on the line, with a koala park deadline looming. Council deferred the waste facility expansion 5-1. Should it have waited?
Posted inEducation, Feature, NSW News, NSW Politics
More preschool places and fairer pay
Up to 10,000 more children could win a community preschool place, with fees capped at $20 a day and staff pay guaranteed above award rates. Here is what is changing for families.