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15 New Corrections Officers Join Townsville Prison

Fifteen new corrections officers have graduated and started work at Townsville Correctional Centre after a demanding 12-week training course, boosting local staffing. Read about their intensive preparation.

Neil MacDonald appointed NAIF CEO for five years

Private equity specialist Neil MacDonald will lead the $7bn Northern Australia Infrastructure Facility as its new CEO from 2026, focusing on jobs and economic growth. Read more.

Lotus Glen mental health team wins state award

The mental health team at Lotus Glen Correctional Centre has been recognised with Queensland's top corrective services award for their innovative rehabilitation programs.

Prison guard basher's sentence overturned

An inmate who launched a violent attack on four prison guards in Cessnock has had his community sentence overturned and will now serve time in prison. Read the full story.

Wests' $6.7m Netball Base Backs Newcastle Bid

Wests Group unveils a $6.7 million high-performance netball facility in Mayfield, strengthening Newcastle's bid for a 2027 Super Netball franchise and boosting local sport.

Port Stephens Bids for Basketball Stadium

Port Stephens Council launches a last-minute bid to host the Hunter Indoor Sports Centre as Newcastle faces community opposition. Could this resolve the stadium standoff?

Kiama aged care home fire exit safety failures

Fire and Rescue NSW inspection reveals significant safety concerns at Blue Haven aged care facility in Kiama, with exit doors requiring excessive force to open. Council to consider fire safety order.

Big Splash Water Park Remains Closed for Summer

Canberra's beloved Big Splash water park will remain closed this summer as owners plan a modern new facility. Community disappointed as vandalism and costs prevent reopening.

Prison guard assault sentence appealed as inadequate

Prosecutors appeal against what they call an 'inadequate' sentence for a man who brutally assaulted correctional officers at Cessnock Correctional Centre, arguing for stronger consequences for prison violence.

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