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DisasterDisaster
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A Macksville disaster emergency centre impacted by floods? Could be time to find a new home

A Macksville disaster emergency centre impacted by floods? Could be time to find a new home

The site is just two streets back from the river.

Ellie Chamberlain
CouncilCouncil
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The Slim Dusty Centre costs $296,000 a year to run – and council says it's worth it

The Slim Dusty Centre costs $296,000 a year to run – and council says it's worth it

A report tabled at a recent Kempsey council meeting says the tourist attraction and event space is a cost-effective facility when compared to other similar establishments.

Ellie Chamberlain
CouncilCouncil
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Paid parking and private enforcement: Kempsey Council will crack down on illegal camping at a $700,000+ cost

Paid parking and private enforcement: Kempsey Council will crack down on illegal camping at a $700,000+ cost

The project is unfunded and the level of income is unknown.

Ellie Chamberlain
DisasterDisaster
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WATCH: Disaster recovery updates while support continues across the region

WATCH: Disaster recovery updates while support continues across the region

Hear from Kempsey Shire mayor and the regional Recovery Coordinator.

Ellie Chamberlain
CouncilCouncil
Replacement of Wingham water pipeline after major floods now expected to cost $6.5 million

Replacement of Wingham water pipeline after major floods now expected to cost $6.5 million

What’s causing the budget blow out?

Ellie Chamberlain
Port Macquarie-HastingsPort Macquarie-Hastings
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Questions asked of $2.5 million operating costs for Port Macquarie's Glasshouse

Questions asked of $2.5 million operating costs for Port Macquarie's Glasshouse

How does council's contribution affect ratepayers?

Ellie Chamberlain
CouncilCouncil
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Coffs Harbour councillors reject motion to guarantee lifeguards remain in-house

Coffs Harbour councillors reject motion to guarantee lifeguards remain in-house

The General Manager will continue negotiations with Australian Lifeguard Services.

Ellie Chamberlain
CouncilCouncil
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Australian Lifeguard Services or Coffs council. Who should employ the people who protect local swimmers?

Australian Lifeguard Services or Coffs council. Who should employ the people who protect local swimmers?

The matter is back in the agenda for the August 28 meeting and is set to draw a crowd.

Ellie Chamberlain
HousingHousing
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13 storeys of potential: Will these CBD sites become affordable housing in Coffs Harbour?

13 storeys of potential: Will these CBD sites become affordable housing in Coffs Harbour?

Council seeks interest from Community Housing Providers.

Ellie Chamberlain
DisasterDisaster
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Council facing $232m in flood damage granted urgent disaster funding extension

Council facing $232m in flood damage granted urgent disaster funding extension

Four disasters this year alone and a looming tight deadline, MidCoast council now has until the end of the year to repair roads.

Ellie Chamberlain
Crescent HeadCrescent Head
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"Part of the magic": Concern for "front-row" parking spots in draft plan for Crescent Head Foreshore

"Part of the magic": Concern for "front-row" parking spots in draft plan for Crescent Head Foreshore

Residents and visitors of Crescent Head can provide feedback until Monday, July 21.

Ellie Chamberlain
HealthHealth
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"Sadly forgotten and neglected": Health care workers, councillors and community concerned over $300m shortfall for Manning Base Hospital redevelopment

"Sadly forgotten and neglected": Health care workers, councillors and community concerned over $300m shortfall for Manning Base Hospital redevelopment

Will key facilities be cut or will government provide additional funding?

Ellie Chamberlain