# recent post (news sources) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 1 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover recent post. Page: Feed: --- ## [Saturday’s result to decide who advances to grand final](https://www.nbnnews.com.au/2026/08/20/saturdays-result-to-decide-who-advances-to-grand-final/) _2026-08-20 · Adam Murray · NBN News_ Central has extended its deal with coach Lucas Miller on the eve of week two of the NEWRL finals. The Butcher Boys clash with the Pickers in Saturday’s qualifying final. ## [Daily Weathershot](https://www.nbnnews.com.au/2026/08/20/daily-weathershot-137/) _2026-08-20 · Lauren Kempe · NBN News_ ## [What inspired a record-breaking free diver to first try it](https://www.nbnnews.com.au/2026/08/20/what-inspired-a-record-breaking-free-diver-to-first-try-it/) _2026-08-20 · Daneie Geddes · NBN News_ It’s enough to make anyone nervous – taking a deep breath, and plunging underwater for hundreds of metres. The Newcastle mother in tonight’s Your Story has made her way into record books, doing just that – having only picked up the sport of free-diving four years ago. ## [Knights receive boost for final home game](https://www.nbnnews.com.au/2026/08/20/knights-receive-boost-for-final-home-game/) _2026-08-20 · Montanna Clare · NBN News_ It’s one of the biggest days on the Knights’ calendar and two of Newcastle’s biggest stars will be back for Old Boys day. It’s a welcome boost for the side… who are feeling the niggles of a long season. ## [Avoca Boardriders crowned back to back champions of Pacific Highway Cup](https://www.nbnnews.com.au/2026/08/20/avoca-boardriders-crowned-back-to-back-champions-of-pacific-highway-cup/) _2026-08-20 · Alexandra Rees · NBN News_ Avoca Boardriders are celebrating back-to-back Pacific Highway Cup championship wins, after the event at the weekend. The talented team of six went up against competitive teams from across the state. ## [Firearms buyback scheme hangs over NSW farmers](https://www.nbnnews.com.au/2026/08/20/firearms-buyback-scheme-hangs-over-nsw-farmers/) _2026-08-20 · Rob Douglas · NBN News_ Despite the action and fun at AgQuip, there’s a black cloud hanging over the heads of regional residents. The debate over the gun buyback scheme rages on – with both sides of politics butting heads over the controversial plan. ## [REZ worker’s camp planned for Upper Hunter](https://www.nbnnews.com.au/2026/08/20/rez-workers-camp-planned-for-upper-hunter/) _2026-08-20 · Risa Utama · NBN News_ An Upper Hunter couple has described renewable energy zone worker’s accommodation – proposed for a neighbouring property – as too close for comfort. They say their plans for a quiet retirement, are now at risk. ## [Copacabana Public school misses out on key pedestrian upgrades](https://www.nbnnews.com.au/2026/08/20/copacabana-public-school-misses-out-on-key-pedestrian-upgrades/) _2026-08-20 · Alexandra Rees · NBN News_ After a hard-fought community campaign at Copacabana Public School, funding for pedestrian safety has not been allocated by the State Government. Its a disappointing blow, with a number of other projects on the Coast falling short for upgrades. ## [Open water enrichment being explored for CCWS dolphins](https://www.nbnnews.com.au/2026/08/20/open-water-enrichment-being-explored-for-ccws-dolphins/) _2026-08-20 · Britt Ramsey · NBN News_ A plan to give Coffs Coast Wildlife Sanctuary’s three dolphins supervised time in open water is being explored. The proposal is still in its infancy, with welfare assessments, environmental checks and regulatory approvals all needed before it can happen. ## [One platform, from silicon to agent (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/hyJYAVP41PzS) _2026-08-20 · **Sponsored**_ Serverless inference plus Inference Router to optimize cost and latency at scale. ## [Major semi final headlines Group 2 round](https://www.nbnnews.com.au/2026/08/20/major-semi-final-headlines-group-2-round/) _2026-08-20 · Britt Ramsey · NBN News_ The stakes are high as teams enter the second round of the Group 2 rugby league semi finals, with an elimination and grand final spot on the line. Sawtell host Woolgoolga after a week off, while Coffs is riding a wave of momentum heading into Saturday.