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Adopt that dog: New law reforms make it easier for renters to keep pets while banning no-grounds evictions

Adopt that dog: New law reforms make it easier for renters to keep pets while banning no-grounds evictions

The latest changes to rental laws will help create a fairer market in NSW.

Ellie Chamberlain
BushfiresBushfires
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"It's a slow burn": combining Aboriginal cultural practices with western techniques to manage bushfires

"It's a slow burn": combining Aboriginal cultural practices with western techniques to manage bushfires

Members of the Birpai and Bunyah Local Aboriginal Land Councils are working together with Forestry Corporation to combine traditional cultural burning with modern firefighting techniques.

Ellie Chamberlain
Mid North CoastMid North Coast
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"I want something done about that inequality": What was Jacqui Lambie doing on the Mid North Coast this week?

"I want something done about that inequality": What was Jacqui Lambie doing on the Mid North Coast this week?

Lambie was a guest of Independent candidate for Cowper, Caz Heise, at two events on the Mid North Coast.

Staff Reporter
Mid North CoastMid North Coast
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When the choice is between food on the table or flood insurance, what do you do?

When the choice is between food on the table or flood insurance, what do you do?

Inflationary pressures are forcing locals to put their homes at risk.

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CouncilCouncil
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Coffs councillors reject motion to extend pool hours and lower entry fees

Coffs councillors reject motion to extend pool hours and lower entry fees

Swimming in a public pool should be affordable - but with fees up 25 percent in two years, some councillors say the public is being priced out.

Ellie Chamberlain
WeatherWeather
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Release the floodgates: why is the water brown and is it safe to swim?

Release the floodgates: why is the water brown and is it safe to swim?

After the recent flooding on the Mid North Coast, many of our creeks, rivers and beaches are full of brown water. We looked into how flood gates work and the risk of contamination.

Ellie Chamberlain
Mid North CoastMid North Coast
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Who are the candidates (so far) in this year's federal election across the Mid North Coast?

Who are the candidates (so far) in this year's federal election across the Mid North Coast?

Our guide to the upcoming federal election, including who is running in each electorate on the Mid North Coast. Check out the list of current representatives and candidates hoping for seats in Cowper, Page and Lyne divisions.

Ellie Chamberlain
PoliticsPolitics
Nuclear fallout under Coalition plan could reach Mid North Coast, new report claims

Nuclear fallout under Coalition plan could reach Mid North Coast, new report claims

“A nuclear accident at one of Dutton’s seven proposed sites would cause profound disruption, dislocation and displacement ...”

Ellie Chamberlain
WeatherWeather
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Rising temperatures, intense cyclones: Will extreme weather impact get worse on the Mid North Coast?

Rising temperatures, intense cyclones: Will extreme weather impact get worse on the Mid North Coast?

As the climate changes, cyclones are becoming less frequent but more intense. We spoke to an expert to find out more.

Ellie Chamberlain
Port Macquarie-HastingsPort Macquarie-Hastings
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Port Macquarie-Hastings council set to move facilities to solar after successful funding announcement

Port Macquarie-Hastings council set to move facilities to solar after successful funding announcement

The new funding will help Port Macquarie-Hastings Council become 100 per cent renewable by 2027.

Ellie Chamberlain
WeatherWeather
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Flood watch for the Mid North Coast as Tropical Cyclone Alfred forecast to move south

Flood watch for the Mid North Coast as Tropical Cyclone Alfred forecast to move south

Possible moderate to major flooding for the Macleay and Hastings Rivers, with Mid North Coast residents being advised to stay informed about weather predictions in the coming days.

Ellie Chamberlain
EventsEvents
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Free weekday events for kids on the Mid North Coast

Free weekday events for kids on the Mid North Coast

For newborns to five years, here's a list of free events on the Mid North Coast to keep the young ones entertained while developing their skills.

Ellie Chamberlain
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