Charles Rushforth
Coffs Harbour, NSW
Charles Rushforth is a news reporter working for ABC Coffs Coast. He tweets at @_rushforth_ and you can reach him via email.
Latest by Charles Rushforth
Extension cord running across a footpath to charge an EV sparks fierce debate
A morning walker posted a photo to social media of the electrical cord stretching from the top floor of a unit block to the car parked at the curb side. A debate about EV etiquette followed.
Search prompted by discovery of suspected human remains at NSW beach wraps up for second day
Forensic testing will be done to determine whether the bones found on a Coffs Harbour beach are human.
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Murder charge laid after young surfer found stabbed in beachside car park
Kye Schaefer, 21, died early last month in Coffs Harbour. A 36-year-old man has been charged with murder.
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Two young people killed in 'horrific scene' after car crashes into a tree and bursts into flames
Four people have died in separate crashes on the NSW North Coast this week.
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Supreme court hears intense rivalry between teenagers resulted in fatal stabbing in KFC car park
A court has heard a Casino teenager killed in a fatal 2022 stabbing challenged his alleged attacker, who claims self-defence, to a "one on one" multiple times.
Last three captive dolphins in NSW to remain in pools after sea pen plan scrapped
After failing to secure government funding, a wildlife tourist park and dolphin welfare groups have mutually walked away from a plan to build a sea pen.
Liam faces the threat of instant blindness, but his skills and confidence have soared since becoming a volunteer reader
Nine-year-old Liam Fulford lost his reading confidence after being diagnosed with a condition that can cause instantaneous blindness. Now he's inspiring young readers while developing his own skills.
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Woman bashed, left unconscious beside walkway in third violent attack in a week in coastal city
Police have ramped up patrols in Coffs Harbour after a 45-year-old woman was attacked on a popular walking track, just days after the region was rocked by a murder and a violent robbery.
Possible armed robbery link as police appeal for help over Coffs Harbor surfer's killing
Police and SES volunteers are out in force around Coffs Harbour as the search for clues continues following the fatal stabbing of 21-year-old surfer Kye Schaefer.
Police yet to find attacker after fatal stabbing of young surfer in beachside car park
Tributes have been laid for the 22-year-old victim as police continue to search for the person responsible.
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Surfer dies after stabbing at Coffs Harbour beach
A man in his 20s has died following a stabbing near the popular Park Beach on the NSW Mid North Coast this morning.
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Police recruit tells court assaults by senior partner forced him out of job
A court has heard a friendship between a NSW junior police officer and a senior constable fell apart after he was allegedly assaulted at work.
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'Disaster was almost assured': Coroner delivers scathing assessment of police shooting
Todd McKenzie, 40, was in the midst of a psychotic episode when he was shot dead by police at his NSW home in 2019. Deputy Coroner Harriet Grahame has found police failed in their handling of the case in a number of ways.
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Police recover body in search for missing rock fisherman on NSW North Coast
A 29-year-old man was reported missing on Saturday evening after he failed to return from fishing at Bare Point, north of Wooli.
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A festival where two people died will be the first in Queensland to introduce pill testing over Easter
By Charles Rushforth, Janelle Miles, and Emma Pollard
Pill testing is already available in some countries, including New Zealand and parts of Europe. So far, Canberra's Groovin the Moo music festival was the first in Australia to trial it.
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Ping pong ball-sized blueberry emerges from bumper NSW yield to take world title
A Guinness World Record-holding blueberry variety could break new ground for the fruit in Australia, according to its Mid North Coast grower.
Investigation underway after body found in water at NSW marina
The discovery was made in Coffs Harbour early this morning. The deceased man is yet to be formally identified.
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Swimmer's body found by police divers at notorious Dangar Falls
Police have recovered a body after an intensive search for a missing swimmer on the NSW Mid North Coast.
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LGBTQI+ groups join forces in Mardi Gras float to 'block out the hate' in NSW mid north coast
Inspired by last year's World Pride event, LGBTQI+ groups from across the mid north coast are marching at Mardi Gras together this year, with many of their members participating for the first time.
'Barbenheimer' not enough to save regional theatre chain from voluntary administration
Majestic Cinemas says a slump in film releases has forced it to enter voluntary administration this week despite record-grossing films last year.
DNA evidence leads police to new suspect in case of 17yo girl's alleged sexual assault
Fresh charges are laid over the alleged sexual assault of a teen at Arrawarra on the NSW Mid North Coast following new DNA evidence. Police say charges against the first man accused of the crime will be reviewed.
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Two-year-old dies after being hit by sports equipment at playing field
People attempted CPR after the boy was injured at Old Bar but the two-year-old died a short time later.
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Campgrounds closed as bushfire burns close to villages on NSW mid north coast
Strong winds are fanning the flames of a fire burning close to popular camping spots to the north of Wooli and west of Minnie Water.
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Why more than 80 councils have moved away from Australia Day citizenship ceremonies
Councils are citing low participation and consultation with First Nations communities as reasons for moving Australia Day ceremonies away from January 26.
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Teenage boy dies after reportedly jumping from rock ledge at NSW waterhole
NSW Police say a search for the boy began after he was reported missing on Sunday afternoon.
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