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1. Woman shot by masked attacker outside Gateshead home

   A woman has been shot outside a Lake Macquarie home, with her attacker still at large. Gateshead residents are now taking their own protection measures in response.

   nbnnews.com.au

2. Central Coast EV chargers targeted

   Electric vehicle charging stations at West Gosford and Kincumber have been vandalized. Police are investigating a broader spate of similar incidents across Newcastle and the region.

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3. Blaze rips through South West Rocks Country Club shed

   A blaze tore through a storage shed at South West Rocks Country Club on Monday night, creating a damage bill of up to one million dollars. The facility had been storing carts and clubs belonging to the club and its members.

   nbnnews.com.au

4. Councils under strain after missing out in State Budget

   Two mid north coast mayors are lobbying the state government for more funding after missing out in last week's budget. Councils face rising infrastructure and maintenance costs as key wish list items were overlooked.

   nbnnews.com.au

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