ROADWORKS for proposed logging operations in Orara East and Lower Bucca state forests has resulted in adjoining residents and community members holding regular vigils to show their concerns. They argue that the forest is an essential part of a fragile…
FOLLOWING the success of the recent Teddy Bears Picnic at Yarrahapinni Community House in Stuarts Point, volunteers opened the facility and garden again on Easter Saturday to facilitate an Easter Egg Hunt. “Our first Saturday trial opening of the Yarrahapinni…
AUSTRALIANS have recalled Pope Francis’s profound love for the poor, diverse people and all of humanity as millions mourn the pontiff’s passing. His death, on Monday after a recent serious battle with double pneumonia, was marked by tolling church bells…
PARTIES have been forced to ditch last-minute policy reveals as millions of Australians choose to skip polling day. Pre-polling centres opened from Tuesday, offering voters a chance to get in well before the 3 May election date. Advertise with News…
THE National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) has called for commitments from all sides of politics to bridge the digital divide for rural and regional Australians in this election. NFF President David Jochinke said that while significant investment has been made in…
HOLIDAYMAKERS are warned to avoid any unnecessary risks as powerful swells lash the east coast, resulting in record drownings in one state. Seven people are confirmed dead – six in NSW and one in Victoria – with the search for…
A DRAFT NSW Hemp Industry Development Plan is now open for public comment. The draft plan from the NSW Government proposes an industry vision to establish hemp as a mainstream crop and sustainable source of products in NSW. Advertise with…
THE National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) has called for commitments from all sides of politics to bridge the digital divide for rural and regional Australians in this election. NFF President David Jochinke said that while significant investment has been made in…
POLICE in Australia’s largest state have been slammed for regularly entering the private property of former inmates out on bail to conduct compliance checks, without a court order. A damning report from the NSW Law Enforcement Conduct Commission says police…
FAMILY FIRST leader Lyle Shelton announced 100 new candidates and unveiled his policy platform for the upcoming Federal election at a meeting in Coffs Harbour last week. The party is campaigning on four main platforms: lower prices for energy through…