MOTORCYCLIST KILLED AT BEXHILL
January 31, 2009
A 40-year-old man has died after his trail bike crashed into a cattle fence on Corndale Road at Bexhill.
The man’s body was found in long grass by a passing motorist on Saturday morning, but police believe he died at the scene on Friday night.
A crime scene has been established and Police would like to hear from any witnesses.
DOUGLAS DONS WARATAHS JERSEY
January 31, 2009
Yamba rugby rookie Kane Douglas has come a long way since his days with the Buccaneers, getting a run for the Waratahs in the trial match against Fiji.
The teenager will start the season in the reserves, but will soon be pushing for a position in the top squad.
PUSH FOR TOUGHER P-PLATE LAWS
January 31, 2009
It’s hoped the custodial sentence handed down to a Lismore teenager will prompt politicians to toughen P-plate laws.
The 19 year old will spend at least two years behind bars, after killing his four mates in a crash at Broken Head.
DOG FREE ZONE
January 31, 2009
Coffee shop and restaurant owners have slammed Newcastle Council for enforcing new rules, which they say will cost them customers.
As of last week, dogs are no longer allowed in outdoor eating areas.
FIRE WARNING
January 31, 2009
A spate of Hunter Valley house fires over the past month has prompted fire fighters to issue a warning about checking electrical equipment as people try to stay cool this summer.
CENTRAL COAST DOWNED BY NEWCASTLE 17 - 5 IN UNION CLASH
January 31, 2009
The Central Coast Rugby Union team has had a disappointing start their 2009 campaign, going down to Newcastle by 12 points.
The defending country champions, Newcastle Hunter, proved to good for the visitors, winning comfortably, 17 points to five.
D.A. FOR WYONG POLICE STATION DELAYED
January 31, 2009
Wyong Shire Council has deferred the latest development application for a new police station in the town, fearing the plans would create more parking chaos in the CBD.
The mayor, Bob Graham, is seeking urgent talks with the Police Minister, Tony Kelly, to help find a solution.
NRL REF RULES NEED TRIAL
January 31, 2009
Gold Coast Titans’ Coach John Cartwright’s questioned the idea of adding an extra referee to NRL first grade games, without trialling it in pre-season.
He says everyone needs time to absorb the changes.
P-PLATER SENTENCED TO FOUR YEARS PRISON OVER BYRON CRASH
January 30, 2009
There have been emotional scenes outside Lismore Court, after a teenage driver was sentenced to spend at least two years behind bars, for a car accident that killed four of his friends.
The parents of the victims now have the New South Wales Government in their sights - and are demanding tougher restrictions on P-plate drivers.
MATCH OF INTRIGUE
January 30, 2009
As the battle for the test opening spot took another turn today, it seems there’s a host of positions up for grabs - especially in the bowling ranks.
Tasmania’s Jason Krejza and the Blues’ spinner Nathan Hauritz also go head-to-head this weekend in Newcastle, while some home-grown players are staking their own claims.
