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Reducing risk of extreme weather impact could bring premiums down. So what’s the government doing?

Reducing risk of extreme weather impact could bring premiums down. So what’s the government doing?

A state plan will aim to reduce the cost – and impact – of disasters on the Mid North Coast.

Disaster

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Mid North Coast families know their homes will flood again – they just can't afford cover

Mid North Coast families know their homes will flood again – they just can't afford cover

Extreme weather events are driving up the price of insurance, and local reps are trying to find a solution.

Weather

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NSW Nationals leader says new gun laws will mean more weapons are transported around the MNC

NSW Nationals leader says new gun laws will mean more weapons are transported around the MNC

“You don’t expect an employee to bring their own guns to work, just as you would not expect them to bring their own tractor to work.”

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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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Coalition in tatters as Cowper MP Pat Conaghan joins Nationals exodus from Shadow Ministry

Coalition in tatters as Cowper MP Pat Conaghan joins Nationals exodus from Shadow Ministry

The nation's opposition party finds itself split for the second time in months – this time over Labor's proposed hate speech laws.

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“Not a gun problem”: Cowper MP slams Australia’s tightened gun laws

“Not a gun problem”: Cowper MP slams Australia’s tightened gun laws

Pat Conaghan said the new legislation is “unfair to good, law-abiding gun owners”.

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12 months out from election, New South Wales Liberals vote in new leader

12 months out from election, New South Wales Liberals vote in new leader

Following the resignation of Mark Speakman, health minister Kellie Sloane has taken the reins of the opposition party.

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Member for Coffs Harbour elected as new leader of the NSW Nationals

Member for Coffs Harbour elected as new leader of the NSW Nationals

Gurmesh Singh has been voted into the new role after a NSW Nationals partyroom held on Tuesday.

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Could the Great Koala National Park create revenue through reducing carbon pollution?

Could the Great Koala National Park create revenue through reducing carbon pollution?

The final creation of the park is dependent on the approval of a credit system.

Environment

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How much can a koala bear? This 70-year-old Coffs Harbour activist is about to find out

How much can a koala bear? This 70-year-old Coffs Harbour activist is about to find out

Peter Elzer will sleep by the side of the road for a month.

Environment

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Flood assistance extended to 24 areas surrounding Kempsey and Port Macquarie

Flood assistance extended to 24 areas surrounding Kempsey and Port Macquarie

The government support provides $180 to eligible individuals.

Disaster

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Not enough but still a "massive help": Flood impacted farmers can now apply for government assistance up to $75,000

Not enough but still a "massive help": Flood impacted farmers can now apply for government assistance up to $75,000

Category D funding announced for MNC primary producers, but how much will it help?

Disaster

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Primary producers rally for maximum government support to survive climate disasters

Primary producers rally for maximum government support to survive climate disasters

Local representatives and community members are calling for Category D funding to be announced to help farmers and small business owners on the MNC.

Weather

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Why did the NSW Nationals vote to abandon Australia's goal of net zero by 2050?

Why did the NSW Nationals vote to abandon Australia's goal of net zero by 2050?

The strong message was made at a conference held in Coffs Harbour last week.

Environment

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70-year-old locks himself to harvester to stop logging in proposed Great Koala National Park on the MNC

70-year-old locks himself to harvester to stop logging in proposed Great Koala National Park on the MNC

Peter Elzer wanted the attention of the Labor Government, urging them to cease logging and establish the promised park.

Environment

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"Will you be the reason the koala survives, or the reason for its demise?": Environment Minister urged to implement protection Act

"Will you be the reason the koala survives, or the reason for its demise?": Environment Minister urged to implement protection Act

Chair of the Australian Koala Foundation addressed the 32nd International Congress for Conservation Biology.

Environment

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Mud-covered paddocks and empty pockets: Flood-hit farmers need grants to feed livestock

Mud-covered paddocks and empty pockets: Flood-hit farmers need grants to feed livestock

Loans are not a lifeline for Mid North Coaster farmers struggling after the financial burden of yet another natural disaster

Weather

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Almost 800 homes declared write-offs after Mid North Coast flooding

Almost 800 homes declared write-offs after Mid North Coast flooding

Hundreds of homes deemed unfit for living in after more than 5000 damage assessments were conducted.

Disaster

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Priced out: Coffs Harbour grapples with a deepening housing crisis

Priced out: Coffs Harbour grapples with a deepening housing crisis

Advocates says the demand for affordable housing needs "out of the box" thinking.

Housing

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Page MP Kevin Hogan is the new Deputy Leader of the Nationals

Page MP Kevin Hogan is the new Deputy Leader of the Nationals

Leaders of the The Nationals Federal Parliamentary team have been announced.

Politics

Great Koala National Park would boost local economy, say Mid North Coast business owners

Great Koala National Park would boost local economy, say Mid North Coast business owners

Those who have signed the letter include artists; restaurant, tour, emporium and accommodation operators; builders; and an optometrist.

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Campaigning days are over for Independent Cowper candidate Caz Heise

Campaigning days are over for Independent Cowper candidate Caz Heise

Caz Heise will continue to work with Voices4Cowper to find the next Independent candidate, saying "our movement continues and it’s stronger than ever”.

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What matters to young people on the Mid North Coast this election?

What matters to young people on the Mid North Coast this election?

The Mid North Coaster spoke to young people on the Mid North Coast about what is deciding their vote this federal election.

Politics

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Caz Heise’s food and farming plan focuses on local issues. How does it compare to the pitch from Nationals’ HQ?

Caz Heise’s food and farming plan focuses on local issues. How does it compare to the pitch from Nationals’ HQ?

From abattoir closures to lack of cold storage facilities, local farmers and leaders say it’s time to support the Mid North Coast’s food systems.

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How did Caz Heise happen?

How did Caz Heise happen?

From kitchen tables to major donors we take a look at how Caz Heise's campaign was built.

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