The region has endured three major events in 13 years.
Port Macquarie-Hastings
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The fruit bats are considered a vulnerable species.
Environment
The emissions plan is forecast to save the council $30 million through reduced energy, fuel and maintenance costs.
Coffs Harbour
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When storms and big swells steal sand from the beach, locals have to learn to adapt.
“I think the Elders are quite correct in saying that they've not really been involved in that decision making.”
Mid North Coast
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A renewable energy deal has turbocharged the council’s progress.
Bellingen
The company says the project is no longer necessary.
MidCoast
A 2024 report says a waterway north of Coffs Harbour is “unsafe for all cultural and recreational activities”.
woolgoolga
There are 24 public locations for tourists and travellers to boost the battery, but will it be enough over summer?
A Greens MP said green technology “doesn’t get a free pass” if health and the environment are at risk.
“It's never been like this before”: Lifetime anglers say livelihoods at risk if the Macleay River is not dredged.
A Kempsey Shire creek is listed as one of the most contaminated in NSW. The local council wants to know why.
The decision “flies in the face of science and basic common sense”.
A group of students have discovered evidence of cane toads in Coffs Harbour. How will authorities respond?
An independent committee is currently considering feedback on a carbon credit method that will determine whether or not the park is established.
Water off the NSW coastline is about three degrees above the average for this time of year.
The project is expected to save council more than $5M over its 25-year lifetime.
Council
But council wants revenue raised to benefit the community.
The property is north-facing and floors are made of concrete to utilise sunlight to warm the home.
Housing
Heat can exacerbate underlying health issues, putting even more pressure on the emergency departments and those working outdoors.
Weather
The public is being advised to stay away from the area.
And what does it mean for our underwater world?
"The beaches probably haven’t had a chance to replenish."
As spring sets in, the risk for local honey bee colonies increases.
Local Business
Including vegetables and native plant lists so you can nail your seasonal gardening.
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