Nambucca Valley

Seniors group determined to sell Ivy Pacey House despite community backlash

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AROUND 80 people attended a public meeting at the Nambucca RSL on Monday night to discuss the potential sale of Ivy Pacey House in Nambucca Heads, a facility currently owned by the Nambucca Seniors Citizens Club. The meeting was chaired by Nambucca Valley Mayor Gary Lee and State MP Michael Kemp,

Renewable energy trounces nuclear on generation costs

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POWER planners have found nuclear energy does not stack up for Australia even after considering new parameters, with large-scale solar and big batteries still the lowest-cost option. In an official update released on Monday, as the federal opposition prepares to release its costings, scientists warn taxpayers will need deep pockets and

Knife wanding laws come into effect in NSW

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NEW wanding laws that target the illegal possession of knives, aim to reduce knife crime and boost community safety came into effect in NSW on Monday. Under the powers, modelled on Queensland’s Jack’s Law, police will be able to use handheld scanners – or electronic metal-detecting ‘wands’ – to stop and

Are you better off? The question at heart of next election

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AUSTRALIANS are worse off today than they were three years ago, but Treasurer Jim Chalmers argues they would be mired in even more economic misery under the coalition. Living standards, measured by real disposable income per capita, have fallen more than 10 percent since Labor took office in May 2022 as

Grants to stimulate regional economic development

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THE STATE Government has announced $50 million in grants for initiatives that promote regional economic development and support employment creation and retention. Businesses, consortiums, local governments, associations, Aboriginal corporations, not for profits and other eligible applicants are encouraged to apply for a share of the $50 million Community Investment Program, delivered

Macksville student recognised for contribution to Aboriginal education

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GABBY Mobbs from Macksville Public School and Nevaeh Soper from Aldavilla Public School are among 14 students recognised for their contribution to Aboriginal education in NSW public schools at the 19th annual Nanga Mai Awards. Ten dedicated teachers, Aboriginal community leaders and identified schools were also acknowledged at the awards ceremony

Frank Partridge VC Memorial Scholarship now open for applications

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STUDENTS in the Nambucca Valley have a unique opportunity to receive financial support for their senior schooling through the Frank Partridge VC Memorial Scholarship. The scholarship, administered by Nambucca Valley Council with support from its National Celebration Day Committee, honours the legacy of Frank Partridge VC, a Nambucca Valley man

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