April 7, 2026

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Walkable towns help regional Australians exercise 75 minutes more each week The report shows walkability has a bigger impact on the amount of time spent walking in regional communities. Photo: David Guerrero/Pexels.
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Walkable towns help regional Australians exercise 75 minutes more each week

AMID soaring fuel prices which are prompting Australians to explore alternative transport options, a new study highlights the health benefits of walkable neighbourhoods. New research shows that regional residents living in walkable towns and centres walk 75 minutes more each week, prompting calls for Governments to invest more in well-connected, safe footpaths to boost community […]

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Walkers examine unique aspects of Gloucester Tops The walking group was led by John Watts.
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Walkers examine unique aspects of Gloucester Tops

The walking group was led by John Watts. The Andrew Laurie lookout – which has magnificent views to the north-east towards Copeland Tops and the Buckets. ELEVEN members of the Gloucester Environment Group enjoyed a wonderful Autumn day walking around the Gloucester Tops on Sunday, 15 March. Led by John Watts, walkers combined several of […]

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Community questions mount as Gloucester Chamber future remains in doubt Part of the crowd at the Business Chamber’s public meeting.
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Community questions mount as Gloucester Chamber future remains in doubt

THE future of the Gloucester Business Chamber seems no clearer after a recent public meeting. As previously reported in NOTA (11 March 2026), after 99 years the Chamber is facing likely closure. It was standing room only at the meeting on 26 March, which was organised to discuss the Chamber’s future, and to give members […]

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Council seeks Arts and Creative Industries Reference Group members MidCoast Council is on the lookout for residents passionate about the region’s arts and creative industries.
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Council seeks Arts and Creative Industries Reference Group members

MIDCOAST Council is calling for nominees to join its Arts and Creative Industries Reference Group. The Reference Group was established to provide strategic advice to Council on the planning, development and delivery of services to support the arts and creative industries in the MidCoast region. “The Reference Group members play an important role in guiding […]

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Council calls for applications to Floodplain Management Reference Group Group members will advise Council on the development and implementation of Floodplain Risk Management Plans for the local government area.
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Council calls for applications to Floodplain Management Reference Group

MIDCOAST Council is calling community representatives from across the region to nominate to join a Floodplain Management Reference Group. This group is designed to advise Council on the development and implementation of Floodplain Risk Management Plans for the local government area. These plans provide specific advice in relation to many different aspects in relation to […]

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Crossing at Tiri opens ahead of schedule The crossing at Tiri has opened ahead of schedule. Photo: MCC.
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Crossing at Tiri opens ahead of schedule

The crossing at Tiri has opened ahead of schedule. Photo: MCC. Work has started on Bucketts Way at Mograni Creek Road. Photo: MCC. THE temporary river crossing at Tiri has opened ahead of schedule. Local traffic was allowed through on Saturday 21 March, two months earlier than planned. A 5-tonne load limit applies, which means […]

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Labor backs above-inflation wage bump for low-paid Treasurer Jim Chalmers believes workers deserve a fair wage rise. Photo: Mick Tsikas/AAP PHOTOS.
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Labor backs above-inflation wage bump for low-paid

LABOR has thrown its weight behind an above-inflation wage rise for low-paid workers, but business groups warn the move could worsen price pressures and fuel further interest rate rises. The federal government repeated its 2025 call for a pay bump above the inflation rate in its submission to the Fair Work Commission’s annual wage review. […]

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MidCoast Council undertaking flood risk management review The clean up begins following flooding in 2025. Photo: Council.
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MidCoast Council undertaking flood risk management review

MIDCOAST Council is inviting community feedback on a review of its floodplain risk management studies and plans after major floods in 2021, 2022 and 2025. “MidCoast Council has in place flood risk management studies and plans, and we keep them updated. This is a requirement of the NSW Government,” said Council’s Director of Infrastructure and […]

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Shock at the petrol pump sparks electric vehicle surge Less pain at the power point. Interest in electric cars is rising as petrol prices soar. Photo: Jono Searle/AAP
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Shock at the petrol pump sparks electric vehicle surge

DEMAND for second-hand electric vehicles is rising with the price of petrol, attracting more than double the number of enquiries since the fuel crisis began. But automotive experts say the record interest also extends to new vehicles and could cause delays as motorists buy electric cars still en route to Australia. Pickles released details of […]

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