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        Dr Miriam-Rose Ungunmerr Baumann, the 2021 Senior Australian of the Year. Picture: Sitthixay Ditthavong

        Indigenous artist, activist and teacher named Senior Australian of the Year

        • Peter Brewer
        File photo. Picture: Adam McLean

        Eighth day of no locally acquired COVID-19 cases

        • Natalie Croxon

        Eight visionaries, heroes and changemakers making us proud

        PRDIE AND JOY: Donald Hewitt stands in front of the heritage part of Freeman House - the refurbished Crescent Guest House building

        A life of service and caring is recognised by community peers

        • Vanessa Arundale
        MAJOR DRAWCARD: The Honourable Sir Peter Cosgrove, AK AC (Mil) CVO MC (Retd) will deliver the next Patrick White Oration to be held on March 13, next year.

        The Honourable Sir Peter Cosgrove to deliver Patrick White Oration

        The Local Hero nominees include Dr Kirby White, left (with Dr Nicole Townsend holding up a gown) from Victoria.

        Local heroes stepping up to answer the call of their communities

        • Juanita Greville
        The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert. Picture: Supplied

        Aussie movies for Australia Day

        • Ron Cerabona
        Dr Miriam-Rose Ungunmerr Baumann, the 2021 Senior Australian of the Year. Picture: Sitthixay Ditthavong

        Indigenous artist, activist and teacher named Senior Australian of the Year

        • Peter Brewer
        File photo. Picture: Adam McLean

        Eighth day of no locally acquired COVID-19 cases

        • Natalie Croxon
        "How would you feel?" Craig Foster. Marc Stapelberg.

        Craig Foster recognised for speaking out on refugees in detention

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        Coronavirus

          Photo: File

          DIGESTA day of heroes, history and division across the nation

          HEROES: An exhausted firefighter catches some sleep on the NSW South Coast.

          DIGESTThe Informer: We could be heroes just for one day (apologies, Mr Bowie)

          File photo. Picture: Adam McLean

          Eighth day of no locally acquired COVID-19 cases

          Victoria has loosened its restrictions on household gatherings. Picture: Shutterstock

          DIGESTFeeling the heat, but Australia avoids COVID troubles

          January 26 is referred to as Invasion Day by a large number of Australians. Picture: Jamila Toderas

          DIGESTJanuary 26: the debate about the date

          • Emily Sweet
          Prime Minister Scott Morrison. Picture: Karleen Minney

          International arrivals cap will not be raised: Morrison

          • Harley Dennett
          Prime Minister Scott Morrison has cooled on Queensland's push to establish remote quarantine facilities in disused mining camps. Picture: Getty Images

          International COVID situation on national cabinet agenda

          • Sally Whyte
          Health Minister Greg Hunt said Australia is learning lessons from vaccine rollouts overseas. Picture: Elesa Kurtz

          Extra 500 workers, more training announced as part of vaccine rollout

          • Sally Whyte

          Sport

            SCONE TALENT:Ed Bell will represent NSW Junior U18s to play NSW Schoolboys at the home of the Waratahs on Sunday. Photo courtesy of NSWJRU

            Bell impresses selectors for NSW U18 Gen Blue team

            • Rugby Union
            Inter Milan's coach Antonio Conte was shown a red card during the match against Udinese Calcio.

            Inter coach cops ban for abusing referee

            Barcelona have had to play in an empty stadium since last March because of the pandemix.

            Barcelona report shows crippling debts

            SCONE TALENT:Ed Bell will represent NSW Junior U18s to play NSW Schoolboys at the home of the Waratahs on Sunday. Photo courtesy of NSWJRU

            Bell impresses selectors for NSW U18 Gen Blue team

            Nick Kyrgios says he will continue to hold tennis players accountable. Picture: Jamila Toderas

            'The morals I've grown up with': Why Kyrgios took a stand

            • Caden Helmers
            Despite some questionable decisions, Tim Paine remains the best choice as Australian captain. Photo: Bradley Kanaris/Getty Images

            OPINIONPaine should stay as Test skipper

            • Howard Kotton

            Listen

              Aussie Ark president Tim Faulkner says devils can help keep fox and feral cat numbers down.

              LISTENDevils make a comeback on the mainland

              Aussie Ark president Tim Faulkner says devils can help keep fox and feral cat numbers down.

              LISTENDevils make a comeback on the mainland

              Dan Christian of The Australian Indigenous Men's cricket team. PHOTO: Darrian Traynor (Cricket Australia via Getty Images)

              LISTENHow cricket is addressing its pale, male and stale reputation

              Dan Christian of The Australian Indigenous Men's cricket team. PHOTO: Darrian Traynor (Cricket Australia via Getty Images)

              LISTENHow cricket is addressing its pale, male and stale reputation

              Mike Wilson at his home in Armidale. Photo: Lucy Kinbacher

              LISTENLivestock agent shares gutsy fight for survival to help save others in the bush

              Mike Wilson at his home in Armidale. Photo: Lucy Kinbacher

              LISTENLivestock agent shares gutsy fight for survival to help save others in the bush

              Travel with Explore

              The Factory in Gosford is heaven for chocolate fans.

              Top spots for Easter getaways in 2021

              • Andrea Bell

              Hot travel deals: Stunning Tasmania, luxurious Hamilton Island and more

              • Explore Travel

              The sweet serenity of Lake Macquarie

              • Teresa Ooi

              What's On

                HOPEFUL: Perth indie band Spacey Jane are expected to lead the Aussie charge in triple j's Hottest 100.

                MUSICWhat's looking hot for triple j's annual big bash

                • Josh Leeson
                EMOTIONAL RIDE: Olly Alexander in It's A Sin, which follows a group of gay friends struggling with the AIDS epidemic in '80s London.

                Sin-free reminder of shameful period of recent history

                • Josh Leeson
                TUNING IN: Paul Bettany as Vision and Elizabeth Olsen as Wanda Maximoff in WandaVision. Below, Tiger provides an intriguing profile of the flawed golfing genius.

                WandaVision not all it appears - is it homage or fantasy?

                • Josh Leeson
                HOPEFUL: Perth indie band Spacey Jane are expected to lead the Aussie charge in triple j's Hottest 100.

                MUSICWhat's looking hot for triple j's annual big bash

                STILL FIGHTING: Ralph Macchio (Daniel LaRusso) and William Zabka (Johnny Lawrence) in season three of Cobra Kai.
Below, Whoopi Goldberg in The Stand.

                Cobrai Kai continues to kick butt in season three

                • Josh Leeson
                CHARISMATIC: Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp addressing his players in the dressing room after winning the English Premier League title ending a 30-year drought. Below, Jurgen Klopp celebrating with the trophy.

                Liverpool's hot run an emotional journey for Klopp and fans

                • Josh Leeson

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                  Delicious nutrition: The Wholesome Collective's Michael Paterson demonstrates some healthy recipes at one of the popular cooking workshops.

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                  Delicious nutrition: The Wholesome Collective's Michael Paterson demonstrates some healthy recipes at one of the popular cooking workshops.

                  Plenty to learn: New program to add an extra dose of wellness to people's lives

                  Autumnal hues of the USA and Canada

                  Autumnal hues of the USA and Canada

                  Property

                    OUTDOOR ENTERTAINING: According to Mike Mortlock, an addition of a roofed outdoor relaxation and entertainment area will drive holiday makers to your home. Photo - Shutterstock.

                    Turn your holiday home dud into a diamond

                    OUTDOOR ENTERTAINING: According to Mike Mortlock, an addition of a roofed outdoor relaxation and entertainment area will drive holiday makers to your home. Photo - Shutterstock.

                    Turn your holiday home dud into a diamond

                    Homes selling sight unseen becoming mainstream

                    Homes selling sight unseen becoming mainstream

                    Experts size up the 2021 market

                    • Ruth Lewis
                    AFTER: When buying a fence, choose a style in keeping with your home. Go for subtle tones of flowers for your garden if planting against a plain white backdrop. Match the letterbox with the fencing and keep it clear of promotional pamphlets.

                    Kerb appeal puts your home streets ahead of the rest

                    • Lydia Roberts
                    BREATH OF FRESH AIR: More people are opting to make the sea or tree change due to the slower pace and more relaxed lifestyle. Photo: Shutterstock.

                    Make a move to the regions today

                    Community

                      GIVING BACK: Paul Tuckerman says his work in the community is an integral part of his life. Picture: Adam McLean

                      'We have a responsibility to act': Thirroul resident reflects on decades of contribution

                      • Natalie Croxon

                      Scamwatch: Customers of streaming services targeted by scammers

                      Scamwatch: Banks won't ask you to click on the link

                      GIVING BACK: Paul Tuckerman says his work in the community is an integral part of his life. Picture: Adam McLean

                      'We have a responsibility to act': Thirroul resident reflects on decades of contribution

                      MAJOR DRAWCARD: The Honourable Sir Peter Cosgrove, AK AC (Mil) CVO MC (Retd) will deliver the next Patrick White Oration to be held on March 13, next year.

                      The Honourable Sir Peter Cosgrove to deliver Patrick White Oration

                      Tracey Rowland. Photo supplied.

                      Fundraiser concert for cancer patient

                      • Louise Nichols

                      Photos and Video

                        "How would you feel?" Craig Foster. Marc Stapelberg.

                        Craig Foster recognised for speaking out on refugees in detention

                        Diana Chan explores the cusines of Asia in her latest series for SBS. Supplied

                        Exploring the many tastes of Asia

                        The dye within a few minutes had been swept at an angle along Rosedale Beach, before being sucked out behind the breakers.

                        Safe in shallow water? Watch how fast kids can get into trouble

                        Eight visionaries, heroes and changemakers making us proud

                        Whale sharks are native to the Ningaloo area more than 1000 kilometres north. Photo: File image

                        See whale shark in action in this rare sighting

                        • Daniela Cooper
                        The Local Hero nominees include Dr Kirby White, left (with Dr Nicole Townsend holding up a gown) from Victoria.

                        Local heroes stepping up to answer the call of their communities

                        • Juanita Greville
                        BUSINESSWOMAN: Bliss Gifts and Homewares owner Melissa Stone. Photo by Sam Venn Photography.

                        A tale of family, hard work and a little store with more clicks than Kmart

                        • Nicolette Pickard
                        Naomi Watts in Penguin Bloom. Picture: Roadshow

                        Moving film misses opportunities

                        • Ron Cerabona

                        Comment

                          CONCERN: Pluralism must allow a variety of opinions, even if they are controversial or in the minority. Picture: Shutterstock

                          OPINIONWe must allow diversity of opinion - or it's game, set, match for free speech

                          • Father Brendan Lee
                          On right: Bernie Shakeshaft

                          REAL AUSTRALIAWorking towards a 'better and more inclusive' Australia

                          • Bernie Shakeshaft

                          OPINIONDigital farming clock is ticking closer to $100 billion

                          • Robert Hardie

                          Stories From The Senior

                          VR technology is helping aged care residents to improve their mental health. Photo: Supplied.

                          From reminiscing to a night at the opera: Can VR boost mental health in aged care?

                          Rugby league legend Uncle Lionel Morgan in his playing days (left) and with the painting by Jandamarra Cadd. Photos: Lionel Morgan and Anglicare Queensland.

                          NRL legend in the frame again thanks to Aboriginal artist

                          SEVEN PURLERS: Di Shanahan, Janny Lane, Caralynn Hoft, Peta Goodwin, Sue Juniper, Tracy Skippings and Sally Wylie.

                          Not a nanna-second to lose

                          • Hazel Bradley

                          National

                            Bushfires such as the Orroral Valley blaze in 2020 are set to become more common and cause more economic damage, according to a new report. Picture: Sitthixay Ditthavong

                            'It's going to get worse': Cost of extreme weather doubles since 1970s

                            'I can't save money for potential emergencies': lockdowns drove elderly into energy poverty

                            • 1hr ago
                            COVID-19 restrictions could be eased in NSW after nine days of zero community local transmission.

                            NSW COVID restrictions set to be eased

                            • 32m ago
                            Former Nationals leader Barnaby Joyce has come out swinging against the alliance with the Liberals.

                            Barnaby Joyce criticises federal coalition

                            • 36m ago
                            January 27 is statistically the deadliest day for heat-related deaths. Picture: Shutterstock

                            Today's the most-deadly day for heat-related fatalities

                            • Andrew Brown
                            • 52m ago
                            A teenager has been charged with murder over a crash that killed two pedestrians in Brisbane.

                            Teen charged after two killed in Qld crash

                            • 59m ago
                            The Australian Transport Safety Bureau warns that mobile phones can lead to driver distraction during refuelling. Picture: Shutterstock

                            Should you take a call during a storm? The dos and don'ts of using a phone

                            • Steve Evans
                            • 1hr ago
                            Burke Shire's manager of governance Madison Marshall in front of the house she has purchased from the council, along with her sister Jordan Marshall, who wants to build her own home in the Gulf town.

                            'We don't loan there': Mortgage refusals to rural postcodes questioned

                            • Sally Gall
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                            Stories From The Land

                            Rodney and Fiona Single, Brooklyn, Tallawang, dispersed their 2259 Merino ewes to average $330 and top at $378.

                            Dunedoo Merinos make $378

                            • Mark Griggs
                            • 37m ago
                            File photo.

                            Professor calls for Watermark coal mine to be scrapped

                            • Billy Jupp
                            • 1hr ago
                            The estimated cost to raise Wyangala Dam wall by 10 metres is now thought to be between $1.2 billion and $2.1 billion and the government is being criticised for not distributing enough information about the project.

                            Wyangala rebuild 'secretive, costly'

                            • Daniel Pedersen

                            Life & Style

                              Samsung's new flagship series pushes the boundaries of smartphone capability

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                              Diana Chan explores the cusines of Asia in her latest series for SBS. Supplied

                              Exploring the many tastes of Asia

                              • Karen Hardy
                              Bill Granger has always championed Australian food. Picture: Mikkel Vang

                              'Australia serves the sort of food that brings people together'

                              • Karen Hardy

                              Cars byDrive

                              Photo: File

                              DIGESTA day of heroes, history and division across the nation

                              • Kim Chappell
                              HEROES: An exhausted firefighter catches some sleep on the NSW South Coast.

                              DIGESTThe Informer: We could be heroes just for one day (apologies, Mr Bowie)

                              • John Hanscombe
                              File photo. Picture: Adam McLean

                              Eighth day of no locally acquired COVID-19 cases

                              • Natalie Croxon
                              Photo: File

                              DIGESTA day of heroes, history and division across the nation

                              Victoria has loosened its restrictions on household gatherings. Picture: Shutterstock

                              DIGESTFeeling the heat, but Australia avoids COVID troubles

                              • Jasper Lindell
                              January 26 is referred to as Invasion Day by a large number of Australians. Picture: Jamila Toderas

                              DIGESTJanuary 26: the debate about the date

                              • Emily Sweet
                              Photo: File

                              DIGESTA day of heroes, history and division across the nation

                              • Kim Chappell
                              HEROES: An exhausted firefighter catches some sleep on the NSW South Coast.

                              DIGESTThe Informer: We could be heroes just for one day (apologies, Mr Bowie)

                              • John Hanscombe
                              File photo. Picture: Adam McLean

                              Eighth day of no locally acquired COVID-19 cases

                              • Natalie Croxon
                              Photo: File

                              DIGESTA day of heroes, history and division across the nation

                              Victoria has loosened its restrictions on household gatherings. Picture: Shutterstock

                              DIGESTFeeling the heat, but Australia avoids COVID troubles

                              • Jasper Lindell
                              January 26 is referred to as Invasion Day by a large number of Australians. Picture: Jamila Toderas

                              DIGESTJanuary 26: the debate about the date

                              • Emily Sweet
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