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NEWS IN AUSTRALIA

Watch Sacha's reporting for Prime7 news, on the mid-north coast of NSW, Australia. These stories include a variety of topics from environmental damage, car accidents to the Yarratt State Forest murder. 

Rocky Hill Coal Mine rejected
01:37

Rocky Hill Coal Mine rejected

The Rocky Hill Coal Mine has been rejected after 15 years of legal-battles.
Saltwater accident
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Saltwater accident

A young man was in a critical condition after an accident occurred on Saltwater Road.
One year on
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One year on

A touching memorial opened in memory of Abbey Stephen Nelson one year after her tragic death.
Red weed disappointing for fishermen
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Red weed disappointing for fishermen

Unprecedented levels of red weed have resulted in disappointing fishing conditions for visitors and locals.
Businesses affected by unprecedented winds
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Businesses affected by unprecedented winds

Relentless north easterly winds have caused havoc for coastal businesses relying on water conditions.
Murder Yarratt State Forest
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Murder Yarratt State Forest

Adult human remains were discovered in the Yarratt State Forest on 27th December. A homicide squad were called in to assess the scene.
Police awards
01:28

Police awards

Manning Great Lakes officers were celebrated and honoured at an awards ceremony.
Fish kill likely
01:37

Fish kill likely

Smiths lake is thought to be on the cusp of a fish kill similar to that at Richmond River.
Missing dog
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Missing dog

A family from Sydney lost their dog at Taree service station and are appealing for people to look out for him.
Australia Day Weekend
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Australia Day Weekend

Locals enjoyed an extra day off work for the Australia Day weekend.
Petition to upgrade dog pounds
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Petition to upgrade dog pounds

Locals are enraged at the state of dog pounds in the area and have started a petition to upgrade the facilities
Double demerit points
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Double demerit points

Highway patrol will be handing out double demerit points over the Australia Day weekend to remind drivers to keep safe.
Crab traps
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Crab traps

A modification to crab traps is set to ensure the longevity of the crab population
Mid North Coast Storm Damage
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Mid North Coast Storm Damage

A storm across the Mid North Coast caused significant damage to houses in Ghinni Ghinni and Red Head. Watch the report for eye-witness accounts from locals and information from rescue services.
Learn to swim campaign makes a splash
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Learn to swim campaign makes a splash

A learn to swim campaign has kicked off, aiming to keep children safe in the water amidst an alarming number of drownings in New South Wales.
Storm clean up
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Storm clean up

Locals are frustrated at the delay in cleaning the debris and fixing the damage of the most recent storm in the area.
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