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Articles for Romy Stephens

Future jobs for coal workers discussed as federal inquiry into nuclear energy sits in Muswellbrook
2 weeks ago

Future jobs for coal workers discussed as federal inquiry into nuclear energy sits in Muswellbrook

ABC  

A nuclear energy inquiry has sparked an emotional debate about the economic future of Muswellbrook, the coal capital of New South Wales, but a spate of earthquakes in the region went unmentioned. But he said that bringing in a "a balanced energy mix right across the system" – including nuclear energy – would be an effective way to protect the …

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Calls to expand domestic violence health program that has helped hundreds of women and kids
7 months, 1 week ago

Calls to expand domestic violence health program that has helped hundreds of women and kids

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For many women experiencing domestic and family violence, health checks are often not prioritised or can be difficult to attend due to safety concerns. The local Primary Health Network scheme allows a multidisciplinary health team to provide free ongoing medical consultations on site to women and children living at nominated refuges and safe houses on the Central Coast. Family and …

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Weston home and tyre shop destroyed, several buildings saved as firefighters battle bushfires in NSW Hunter region
1 year ago

Weston home and tyre shop destroyed, several buildings saved as firefighters battle bushfires in NSW Hunter region

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The New South Wales Rural Fire Service has confirmed at least two homes and one business have been destroyed in a Hunter Valley bushfire. Key points: Two Hunter bushfires have been downgraded after reaching emergency level yesterday A family of six have lost their home 10 days before Christmas and a tyre shop has been destroyed The NSW RFS is …

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Port of Newcastle blockaded as paddlers protest coal exports and lack of climate action
1 year ago

Port of Newcastle blockaded as paddlers protest coal exports and lack of climate action

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Hundreds of protesters from across New South Wales have blocked the shipping channel that leads into the world's largest coal port, using kayaks and floats. Key points: Protesters have used kayaks and floats to block the Port of Newcastle Flood and bushfire victims, coal miners and students were among those who joined The NSW Minerals Council says coal exports contribute …

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Factories evacuated, road closed due to threat of explosion at Tomago industrial site
1 year, 2 months ago

Factories evacuated, road closed due to threat of explosion at Tomago industrial site

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A 400-metre exclusion zone has been set up around an energy plant at Tomago in Port Stephens, which authorities say is at risk of exploding. Key points: Authorities say there is a risk an electrical plant at Tomago could explode An exclusion zone has been set up around the site Tomago Road is closed in both directions and motorists are …

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Regional aged care residents still struggling to access GPs more than a year after royal commission final report
2 years, 6 months ago

Regional aged care residents still struggling to access GPs more than a year after royal commission final report

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Accessing a doctor can be a difficult task for aged care residents due to the reluctance of many GPs to provide services at facilities. Key points: Families are struggling to access doctors for their loved ones in residential aged care A doctor says many GPs sacrifice their time to service aged care residents The Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality …

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Mad Max: Furiosa filming drives economic recovery in Hay after COVID-19 and drought
2 years, 7 months ago

Mad Max: Furiosa filming drives economic recovery in Hay after COVID-19 and drought

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With the Mad Max production bandwagon in southern NSW, the host town Hay has received a much-needed economic boost. Key points: The filming of Mad Max: Furiosa has brought a big economic boost to Hay Hundreds of film crew members have stayed in town and visited local shops The town is still recovering from downturns connected to COVID-19 and drought …

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Griffith Base Hospital staff shortage leading to long waits and concerns about future
2 years, 8 months ago

Griffith Base Hospital staff shortage leading to long waits and concerns about future

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Karen French and Ugo Fattore first experienced the New South Wales health system 20 years ago, when Mr Fattore was diagnosed with leukaemia. Ongoing hospital concerns Nurses at Griffith Base Hospital, which is undergoing a $250 million redevelopment, have joined recent statewide strikes over a dispute with the state government about pay and conditions. Meanwhile, Griffith City Council Mayor Doug …

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