Northern Tablelands MP Brendan Moylan says he will support any energy source that gives cheaper power. With the debate between Renewable Energy or Nuclear power going on at a federal level, Mr Moylan joined the discussion saying he’s only seeing his power bill go up...
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Fears Of Widespread Disruption When 3G Is Switched Off
Fears are mounting emergency medical devices will be disrupted when the 3G mobile network is switched off, while construction and farming work could grind to a halt. It is not known how many 3G-reliant medical devices, such as personal cardiac alarms, need to be...
E-Product standards proposed to stop fires, protect properties and save lives
Saving lives and protecting property by preventing fires caused by lithium-ion battery powered products is behind a move by the Minns Labor Government to ensure the batteries and products comply with strict safety standards. Lithium-ion battery powered products are...
Smoke Alarm Warning
With the temperature in many parts of the state dipping into single digits, NSW Rural Fire Service are reminding the community of the importance of working fire alarms The Service warns with the cold weather with us, they see an increase in house fires with nearly...
People Living With Disabilities Encouraged To Participate in Sport
Among the 4.4 million Australians living with disability, three-quarters (75%) want to participate in sports. However, due to limited opportunities, only one in four (25%) people with disabilities actually engage in sports, highlighting significant...
Aussies Preferring Insurance over Discretionary Spending
Australians are holding onto essentials such as home insurance but cutting discretionary spending, according to CommBank. In the year to May, Insurance led the way with an 8.6% increase, while utilities, one of 12 categories tracked by the bank’s monthly Household...
Stargazing In Uralla
Avid Stargazers are being invited to watch the night sky this week with a Free Family Stargazing Event being held in Uralla in conjunction with the Winter Solstice. Uralla’s high altitude, low humidity and dark night skies makes for one of Australia’s ultimate...