FIREFIGHTERS ROCKED BY FATALITIES

Firefighters on the mid north coast have been rocked by two fatal road accidents.

A 39-year-old fireman died in a five vehicle collision on the Pacific Highway at Nambucca Heads…

And just hours later at Woolgoolga, a fireman arrived at the scene of a second deadly crash, only to find the victim was his daughter.

SARATON THEATRE OPENS IN GRAFTON

Grafton’s heritage listed Saraton Theatre is open for business after a two-year, $6-million, renovation.

The art deco building, which was constructed by the Notaris family in 1926, is owned by the sons of the original proprietors.

CRESCENT HEAD’S SINGING SENSATION

It’s a music event with a cast of thousands, and Crescent Head Public School was right in the thick of it.

The seaside school’s 175 students left their classrooms behind this morning as they joined in a nationwide sing-a-long.

DEADLY DAYS FESTIVAL AT KEMPSEY

The north coast’s popular Deadly Days Festival today rolled into Kempsey, with close to a thousand young people joining in the fun.

The event is one of three being conducted in the region this week to promote health and education, especially in the indigenous community.

FATAL COLLISION ON PACIFIC HIGHWAY

A motorist has been killed and three others taken to hospital with serious injuries, after a tragic accident north of Nambucca Heads.

UTE DRIVER FLOWN TO LISMORE HOSPITAL AFTER COLLISION

The driver of the dual-cab utility was trapped for more than half an hour after his vehicle allegedly crossed to the incorrect side of the road and collided with a truck.

The man, believed to be in his 60s, was freed from the upturned utility and flown by the rescue helicopter to Lismore Base Hospital in a critical condition.

Police are seeking witnesses to the crash, which happened just after 11.30 on the Armidale Road.

BRIDGE OVER CRYSTAL WATER

One of the north coast’s most picturesque locations has become more accessible to visitors.

A new suspension bridge has been opened in the Dorrigo National Park, along with a guidebook compiled by locals.

STUDENTS HELP MAKE SCHOOLS SAFER

Mid-north-coast schools are doing their bit to prevent injuries among their students by taking part in a nationwide safety program.

Run by the KIDS Foundation, the program encourages children to play safely.

MAGICAL 70-YEAR MARRIAGE

Keeping the magic alive in a marriage can be hard work, but for one Port Macquarie couple, magic has been the main ingredient for 70 years.

Eric and Beatrice Smith celebrated their platinum wedding anniversary today.

DANCER RETURNS FOR MASTER CLASS

Royal New Zealand Ballet Company dancer, Brendan Bradshaw, was back in the Hastings this week providing some expert advice to the next generation.

The accomplished performer, who grew up at Wauchope, was taking time out while on tour.

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