June 9, 2025
Police warn against looting in flood-stricken towns Police will "throw the book" at anyone found looting as NSW residents continue their flood recovery. Photo: Adam Oswell/AAP PHOTOS.
National

Police warn against looting in flood-stricken towns

POLICE are pouring resources into Australia’s flood-ravaged towns to prevent a breakdown in law and order after two men were arrested for alleged looting. NSW Police Deputy Commissioner Peter Thurtell said extra officers were on the beat in NSW’s mid-north coast and Hunter regions after the men, both aged 20, were arrested for allegedly stealing […]

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Man charged after shots allegedly fired at police
Police

Man charged after shots allegedly fired at police

A MAN has been charged after shots were allegedly fired at police following a pursuit. About 2.15am on Saturday morning, officers attached to Mid North Coast Police District attempted to stop a Subaru Impreza on Giinagay Way, Valla. The Subaru failed to stop, and a pursuit was initiated before being terminated shortly after due to […]

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Outback air racers book humanitarian speaker for RFDS fundraiser
Community

Outback air racers book humanitarian speaker for RFDS fundraiser

COFFS Harbour’s Outback Air Race participants Tim and Marguerite Alexander, are holding their first fundraiser for the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) on 14 June. It is an afternoon tea at the Coffs Harbour Aero Club at 2pm, featuring guest speaker Dr John Parker. The Outback Air Race, which supports the RFDS, sets out from […]

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Knife-edge recounts could decide parliament’s make-up A rare recount in a Sydney electorate will delay confirmation of Australia's next parliament. Photo: Dan Himbrechts/AAP PHOTOS.
Regional

Knife-edge recounts could decide parliament’s make-up

IT could take weeks to confirm the members of Australia’s next parliament, with one seat sitting on a margin of only eight votes and an incumbent in another requesting a second tally. Independent MP Zoe Daniel has requested a recount in the Melbourne seat of Goldstein. The Australian Electoral Commission finalised a margin of 260 […]

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Veteran organisation deployed to flood clean-up DRA volunteers have been mobilised into communities including Taree, Port Macquarie, Kempsey and Nambucca to begin clean-up efforts.
National

Veteran organisation deployed to flood clean-up

MORE than 100 Disaster Relief Australia volunteers have deployed to assist communities of the Hunter and Mid North Coast with flood recovery. The veteran-led volunteer organisation has mobilised its volunteers into communities including Taree, Port Macquarie, Kempsey and Nambucca to begin clean-up efforts after the recent devastating weather event that has hit the region. Tasked […]

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Scamming behaviour tipped to spike following natural disaster Authorities are warning that scammers may attempt to exploit the recent natural disaster through fake fundraising appeals. Photo: NSW SES.
Community, Regional

Scamming behaviour tipped to spike following natural disaster

PREDATORY scammer activity is predicted to skyrocket in the wake of the recent rains and flood disasters. In the aftermath of severe flooding, the State Government is urging people to remain vigilant when donating to recovery efforts. As communities recover and rebuild, authorities are warning that scammers may attempt to exploit the situation through fake […]

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Man  charged with more than 80 offences under Strike Force Bungaree
Police

Man charged with more than 80 offences under Strike Force Bungaree

A COFFS Harbour man has been charged with more than 80 offences relating to “break, enter and steal” offences alleged to have occurred in the local area. In May 2025, investigators from Coffs/Clarence Police District established Strike Force Bungaree to investigate numerous aggravated break, enter and steal offences in the Coffs Harbour area, with some […]

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Press the button on Smoke Alarm Action Day FRNSW Acting Station Officer Tim George urges people to check their smoke alarms.
Local News

Press the button on Smoke Alarm Action Day

SMOKE Alarm Action Day is 1 June, a day when Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) and fire services across Australia, prompt people to check they have a working smoke alarm. Their campaign slogan is, “Be smart. Take part. Check that you have a smoke alarm and test that it works”. “The most important button you’ll […]

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Local radio station 2Air FM raises funds for Cancer Council The Cancer Council’s Kerrie Piper with prizewinner 2Air FM’s Ken Capps.
Community, Event

Local radio station 2Air FM raises funds for Cancer Council

THE Biggest Morning Tea Cancer Council fundraiser, run by local radio station 2Air FM, got off to a great start on Saturday 24 May after the event was postponed due to heavy rain. “Mother Nature was really kind, she gave us a nice sunny day with only a gentle breeze, which made for a perfect […]

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Residents urged to be aware of mould impacts after floods This roof leak went unnoticed until the heaviest rains fell, again using wood as transmission to the lowest point.
Health, Regional

Residents urged to be aware of mould impacts after floods

AS the flood clean-up begins across the Mid North Coast, residents are urged to be aware of the impacts of mould. Mould loves moisture and poorly-lit areas that lack decent ventilation, such as walls or wallpaper, ceilings, bathroom tiles, carpets, insulation material and wood. NSW Health states that most health problems caused by mould are […]

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