Council
Does the Urunga community want an affordable housing project in its neighbourhood?
A council survey closes on Monday, March 30.
Housing
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Youth hubs, arts centres and safe roads: Kempsey students tell council what they want for their town
A name change for the Slim Dusty Centre and raising a bridge were among the proposals.
Council
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Why Coffs Harbour wants police to have live access to public cameras
The local council says video surveillance will be used for law enforcement purposes only.
Council
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MidCoast council still out of pocket $37 million as it waits for major flood repair reimbursement
Can the government keep up with extreme weather events?
Disaster
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MidCoast aquatic centres will switch to solar and reduce run costs, emissions and the chance of fee hikes
The project is expected to save council more than $5M over its 25-year lifetime.
Council
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“We can’t do this alone”: Council needs urgent help fixing antisocial behaviour in Kempsey’s CBD
The issue is nothing new, but it’s escalating, and council says it needs support from the state to address the underlying drivers.
Council
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Kempsey Council still waiting on $6 million in disaster recovery reimbursements
"Our ratepayers are paying interest on that money we are carrying for the state government."
Disaster
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Empty CBD building costing Coffs council $250K a year could make way for 13-storey development
The two-storey building, on Castle Street, was the council's administrative offices for decades.
Council
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Can the heart of Coffs Harbour survive the bypass?
Council is dreaming of a regional High Street to “stitch the city back together”.
Council
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Council confirms “likely source” of red liquid in Lake Cathie stormwater drain
The public is being advised to stay away from the area.
Council
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Footpath, refuge island or zebra crossing: How can this Kempsey school improve safety for students?
Kempsey Shire Council is taking suggestions until October 31.
Council
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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.
Disaster
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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.
Council
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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.
Council
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WATCH: Disaster recovery updates while support continues across the region
Hear from Kempsey Shire mayor and the regional Recovery Coordinator.
Disaster
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