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Bird flu could devastate Macquarie Island. Why are we removing the scientists we need to understand it?

Australia’s Macquarie Island lies deep in the Southern Ocean, about 1,500 kilometres southeast of Tasmania. This World Heritage-listed sanctuary is a haven for species such as elephant and fur seals, penguins, albatrosses and petrels, and a key site for wildlife researchers.

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Rezoning expected to keep Lake Macquarie growth on track for 2041 vision

The proposal would add 40 to 50 new homes in Wyee.

Newcastle Herald

Bulk-billing clinic to open in Lake Macquarie, easing pressure on hospitals

The urgent care clinic will be open for extended hours, seven days a week.

Newcastle Herald

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Superboat takes on race plane at Lake Macquarie ahead of thrilling event

Fast and Loud returns to Lake Macquarie this weekend.

Newcastle Herald

Revealed: Waterfront restaurant leads Lake Macquarie Business Awards

The full list of winners has been unveiled.

Newcastle Herald

Should you have FOMO for FOGO? Here's what those with the new bins say

Reduced garbage collection had many worried. Were they right to?

The Canberra Times

Lake Macquarie council cash splash: here's where $111m will be spent

A number of key projects will forge ahead across the city.

Newcastle Herald

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Canberra restaurant closed after 22 people allegedly ill, one hospitalised

The Canberra Times

Full judgment in defamation case handed down – as it happened

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The Guardian - AU

Northern NSW Football and member zones in talks over board challenge

Newcastle Football chairman Steve Cucumanovski says he has been in talks with Northern NSW Football counterpart Helene O'Neill amid the battle between member zones and the federation. Five of the six independent zones are behind a move to oust and replace five of six NNSWF directors. The group demanded on…

Newcastle Herald

Lake Macquarie police seek public help to find man wanted on warrants

Mr Wallis-Aheard is described as being of caucasian appearance, about 165cm to 175cm tall, of thin build, with brown hair possibly with a beard and moustache.

Newcastle Herald

From 300,000 rabbits to none: a Southern Ocean island is reborn

Invasive species on islands: Macquarie Island, a Unesco world heritage site, was being eaten alive until an ambitious eradication programme restored it

The Guardian - UK

Always on patrol: council defends beach surveillance program amid privacy concerns

Lake Macquarie council has defended its Smart Beaches camera program after a resident raised privacy concerns with councillors.

Newcastle Herald

Some NSW flood warnings remain but relief for Sydney from extreme weather

Moderate flooding on parts of Bogan and Darling and minor warnings for Wollombi Brook, Lachlan, Macquarie and Lower Hunter rivers

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Newcastle Herald

Quick plays: Your wrap of weekend sport in Newcastle and the Hunter

Lop-sided scorelines and thrilling encounters.

Newcastle Herald

Council left in the dark on TAHE plans to sell-off or develop Glendale land

Lake Macquarie City Council has been left in the dark as the state rail corporation looks to sell or redevelop land at Glendale.

Newcastle Herald

Depleted Tigers to begin hard run against Souths, Maitland and Macquarie

The Entrance face South Newcastle at Townson Oval on Saturday.

Newcastle Herald

Lake Macquarie MP Greg Piper favours relaxed approach to Pasminco site

Lake Macquarie MP Greg Piper reckons everyone needs to take a more relaxed approach to the redevelopment of the former Pasminco smelter site.

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Australia on tsunami alert after powerful earthquake hits Pacific Ocean island

Strong shake was felt at the epicentre of the quake on Macquarie Island

ABC News

Both Labor and the Liberals are using secretive databases to help sway your vote

Both major Australian political parties have amassed data on every eligible voter, which they are using to build detailed profiles on constituents to influence their votes in tight electoral races.

ABC News

Macquarie, Australia's most marginal seat, set for a tight federal election battle in 2022

Labor holds the NSW seat of Macquarie, on the outskirts of Sydney, with a margin of just 0.2 per cent, setting the scene for a close battle at the federal election.

The Canberra Times

Fortnightly rubbish collection could come with reusable nappy incentive, mum says

A fortnightly rubbish collection has become a help not a hindrance for one Macquarie family.

Newcastle Herald

Support all-round for proposed sport and recreation site in Morisset

Lake Macquarie residents have applauded the proposed site for a "world-class" sport and recreation centre to replace the Myuna Bay camp which was forced to close in 2019.

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