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Rollin’ reform: Mixed reviews for medicinal cannabis road use changes

Rollin’ reform: Mixed reviews for medicinal cannabis road use changes

The NSW Government has announced sweeping reform of driving rules for medicinal cannabis users, but not all drug policy experts are impressed.

Douglas Connor
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“Give us a fair go”: Rural MidCoast communities are fighting to save their schools

“Give us a fair go”: Rural MidCoast communities are fighting to save their schools

Bobin and Upper Lansdowne schools could be lost as enrolment numbers dwindle.

Douglas Connor
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Why this Mid North Coast volunteer has given decades to Surf Life Saving

Why this Mid North Coast volunteer has given decades to Surf Life Saving

“It’s the people that you meet and form lifetime friendships with.”

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Kempsey-Crescent Head Surf Life Saving Club wins NSW state gold medal

Kempsey-Crescent Head Surf Life Saving Club wins NSW state gold medal

The 220+ men’s crew didn’t let big swell get the better of them.

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Off-duty police officer charged with drink driving twice in the same day

Off-duty police officer charged with drink driving twice in the same day

The 53-year old male’s employment status is under review.

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Without funding for construction, Kindee Bridge could be over a century old by the time it’s replaced

Without funding for construction, Kindee Bridge could be over a century old by the time it’s replaced

The weight-load limit may be restored to 10-tonnes, but Kindee residents remain on the waitlist for a new bridge.

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Coffs Harbour’s Amy Riddle is in the running to win Regional Woman of the Year

Coffs Harbour’s Amy Riddle is in the running to win Regional Woman of the Year

“I hope this recognition encourages more women and girls in regional NSW to believe in their potential and know that their contributions truly matter.”

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Gurmesh Singh wins preselection for Coffs Harbour

Gurmesh Singh wins preselection for Coffs Harbour

The leader of the NSW Nationals was preselected unopposed.

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The man behind Kempsey's Lou's Cafe reflects on 42 years at the helm

The man behind Kempsey's Lou's Cafe reflects on 42 years at the helm

“If you’re not optimistic about what you do, get the hell out of it.”

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WATCH: Meet the people behind Bellingen's Alternatives Bookshop

WATCH: Meet the people behind Bellingen's Alternatives Bookshop

The local institution has everything from books on mushroom foraging to quantum physics.

Brad Esposito
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"Throw the book at them": Police slam would-be thieves amid MNC flood crisis

"Throw the book at them": Police slam would-be thieves amid MNC flood crisis

"Stealing from people vulnerable during hard times like these is un-Australian."

Brad Esposito
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Clubs and hotels on the Mid North Coast made $84.5 million from pokies in just three months

Clubs and hotels on the Mid North Coast made $84.5 million from pokies in just three months

While people on the Mid North Coast lose millions on electronic gaming machines, political parties are accepting donations from gambling organisations.