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Saturday, 27 July 2024
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Health
Tamworth midwives warn expectant mums they might be turned away
Soon-to-be-mums are being told they should be prepared to be directed elsewhere to give birth. Picture by Gareth Gardner
Rachel Clark
Photos

It's not just in the ring that Michael's challenged: 'I know that I'm good'

Michael Borradaile looks laser-focused at the Clash of the Titans promotion at the Tamworth Regional Entertainment and Conference Centre on July 6, 2024. Picture by Garth Gardner
Mark Bode
Police

Mongoose nabs a teen charged with property offences at Gunnedah

Newsroom
Police have charged a teen with property offences at Gunnedah, and are seeking a further two young males who escaped capture. Picture from file

'It's my main priority to stand up for our farmers': Coalition promises DPI revival

Samantha Townsend
NSW Nationals Leader Dugald Saunders has vowed to make the Department of Primary Industries its own separate business unit again if the Coalition is re-elected in 2027. Picture by Denis Howard.
Property
Top architect designed homes on sale, including one seen on Restoration Australia
Jen Melocco
The view is as stunning as the home design in this property in Cygnet in Tasmania. Pic: Supplied
Energy Wars
New solar farm slated for outskirts of Quirindi to power thousands of homes
Rachel Clark
There are plans for a 5MW solar farm on the outskirts of Quirindi. Picture supplied
True gentleman | New England's radio execs pay tribute to broadcast pioneer
The radio industry is paying tribute to Bill Caralis after he passed away on Friday. Picture by Getty images.
Lydia Roberts
Your one stop shop for Central North stats: Get the latest following Round 15
Samantha Newsam
(Clockwise from top) Bella Cruickshank, Ben Williams, Nick McCrohon, Charlie Radford and Bailey Swain are among the leading tryscorers and point scorers so far this season.

Businesses don't do enough to protect customers from scammers: Choice

Victims are often given little help after they have been scammed. ACM file picture
The advocacy group says businesses leave scam victims feeling alone and ashamed.
Eileen Wood
Police

Man killed in single-vehicle crash near Gunnedah

Newsroom
A man has been killed in a crash near Gunnedah on the weekend. Picture from file

Young carers step up as ageing population leads to disability spike

Disability is on the rise and young people are stepping up to help.
Rowan Cowley
The number of young Australians serving in caring roles is snowballing. Picture from Shutterstock
News
Tamworth's first flight school pilots ready to hit the books and take off
Rachel Clark
Three of the 16 new aviation students who will start classes at the Tamworth branch of Sydney Flight College on Monday, July 22: Bailey Clark, Kirsten Wigren, and James Arthur. Picture by NDL
Gap Road scheduled for temporary closure for upcoming rail bridge work
The Gap Road will be temporarily closed so the final stages of work on the Gap Bridge Replacement project can be undertaken. Picture Supplied
Health
Gunnedah hospital breaks ground on 'bittersweet' redevelopment
Rachel Clark
Gunnedah hospital breaks ground on 'bittersweet' redevelopment

Truman Capote's 'In Cold Blood' was set in which US state? Take our quiz

Anna Houlahan
Truman Capotes 1966 non-fiction novel In Cold Blood was set in which US state? Picture John Downing/Express/Getty Images
Sensitive Content

Mother seeks answers for 'heinous' crime

Grace Dudley
Rebekah Porter holding a photo of her daughter Biddy. Picture supplied

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National

Heavenly sight: double meteor shower to illuminate Australia's night sky

Canberra stargazers take in the night sky. Picture Sitthixay Ditthavong
Anna Houlahan

NSW Labor demands government recognises Palestine state

Alex Mitchell • 2hrs ago
Anthony Albanese steered clear of any discussion of Palestine or the CFMEU controversy. Photo: Jeremy Piper/AAP PHOTOS

Rave into reality: Bunnings to host warehouse dance party

Annika Rhoades
Music duo Peking Duk went viral asking Bunnings to host a rave in one of their warehouses. Picture by Peking Duk/Instagram

Myanmar urged to stop 'unsustainable' conflict by Wong

Rachael Ward • 2hrs ago
Foreign Affairs Minister Penny Wong has issued a direct plea to Myanmar's military rulers at ASEAN. Photo: AP PHOTO

PM under fire as Gaza protesters front Labor conference

Nyk Carnsew
Drummers lead the pro-Palestine rally outside the NSW Labor conference in Sydney on Saturday. Photo: Jeremy Piper/AAP PHOTOS

Sport

Greyhound racing news from around the NSW regions | July 27

Greyhounds as Pets' 2024 the Winter Adoption Day will be at Gough Whitlam Park in Earlwood on August 18. Picture supplied

Miracle grows fond of name King Can't Win

Greyhound King Can't Win has won six times from 11 starts. Picture supplied

Million Dollar Chase starts August

Michael Cowley
Selena and Mick Zammit after their star Jay Is Jay won the 2023 Ladbrokes Million Dollar Chase. Qualification races for the 2024 series begin August 26. Picture: Lachlan Naidu.
Photos

It's not just in the ring that Michael's challenged: 'I know that I'm good'

Mark Bode
Michael Borradaile looks laser-focused at the Clash of the Titans promotion at the Tamworth Regional Entertainment and Conference Centre on July 6, 2024. Picture by Garth Gardner

Your one stop shop for Central North stats: Get the latest following Round 15

Samantha Newsam
(Clockwise from top) Bella Cruickshank, Ben Williams, Nick McCrohon, Charlie Radford and Bailey Swain are among the leading tryscorers and point scorers so far this season.
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Buyers snap up land in Berwick Waters on Melbourne's fringe

Extensive parkland and surrounding wetlands give the development a natural appeal. Pic: Supplied
Jen Melocco
Property

Top architect designed homes on sale, including one seen on Restoration Australia

Jen Melocco
The view is as stunning as the home design in this property in Cygnet in Tasmania. Pic: Supplied

Aussies feeling the pinch: Home loan arrears on the rise

Emily Rayner
*Latest observation March 2024 **Series only available March 2019 ***Well secured loans prior to March 2022 - both secured and not well - secured thereafter.
French chateau vs Sydney sweat: what you can buy for $1.3 Million.
Cazères, Muret, Haute-Garonne, Occitania, Metropolitan France, 31220
Emily Rayner
Property
Darius Boyd earns $2.95m payday with sale of ultra-luxe Brisbane home
Jade Lazarevic
Former NRL star Darius Boyd and his wife Kayla have sold their luxury Brisbane home for $4.55 million. Picture Instagram/supplied
12 easy decor tips to lift your mood and reduce financial stress at home
Emily Rayner
Interior designer Kellie Richardson shares her top tips for improving the look and feel of a home.

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What's On

Community invited to share ideas for drought resilience

Ideas from the community are being sought to assist with drought resilience. Picture supplied.

Popular learn to skate session back for the holidays

TOTEM's skateboard workshop is always a popular fixture on Gunnedah's school holiday program. Picture supplied.

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Paracetamol the first choice for everyday pain management

Everyday pain like headaches, muscle aches and joint pain impacts 93 per cent of Australians. Picture Shutterstock

5 reasons why you should consider upgrading to a Samsung Galaxy Z series phone

Miranda Aitken
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Photos and Video

Third minister steps aside, leaving more options for Labor reshuffle

Labor senator Carol Brown. The Tasmanian senator announced she will step back from her ministerial duties. Picture by Craig George
Connor Pearce
Photos

New arrivals in Gunnedah, Quirindi and Werris Creek

Newsroom
Gunnedah's Ben and Michelle Carter have got their hands full with fraternal twin boys Carson and Henry who were born on April 2, 2020, one minute apart at Tamworth hospital.
Analysis

How Olympic skateboarding was shaped by 'power and politics'

Dr Indigo Willing
Children skateboarding. File Picture.
Truman Capote's 'In Cold Blood' was set in which US state? Take our quiz
Truman Capotes 1966 non-fiction novel In Cold Blood was set in which US state? Picture John Downing/Express/Getty Images
Anna Houlahan
Music
How To Make Gravy: the tender story behind this Aussie hit
Glen Humphries
December 21 will forever be 'Gravy Day'. Picture copyright Tony Mott
Review
We all remember those special teachers who inspired us. Watch this
Jane Freebury
Enric Auquer portrays the unorthodox and charismatic Antonio Benaiges. Picture by Sergi Bernal

The five must-watch days that will define Australia's Paris Olympics

Josh Callinan
The 460-strong Australian team starts the Games on Saturday.
Opinion

Harris will need strength to survive the 'misogynoir' of this campaign

Blair Williams
Kamala Harris will need nerves of steel to win this election. Picture Shutterstock

Comment

How Olympic skateboarding was shaped by 'power and politics'

Analysis
Children skateboarding. File Picture.
Dr Indigo Willing
Opinion

Harris will need strength to survive the 'misogynoir' of this campaign

Blair Williams
Kamala Harris will need nerves of steel to win this election. Picture Shutterstock
Opinion

How the government is Measuring What Matters

Cressida Gaukroger
Areas like safety, health, sustainability, social connection and prosperity can be improved by MWM data. Picture Shutterstock
Opinion

The unfortunate rise of 'stakeholder capitalism'

Simon Cowan
The rise of 'stakeholder capitalism' has undeniably changed the rhetoric of major business figures - away from advocating for deregulation and lower taxes, and towards social causes. Picture Shutterstock
Analysis

Politics, security and the Seine: where the Paris Olympics' flashpoints will be

Keith Rathbone
The French capital was under its strongest-ever security regime ahead of the opening ceremony. Picture Shutterstock
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What it's like to cruise one of the busiest trade routes in the world

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What it's like to cruise one of the busiest trade routes in the world
John Hanscombe

Discover this stunning nook of Japan as part of a luxury cruise

Discover this stunning nook of Japan as part of a luxury cruise

Ultimate Guide: The best shops in Tokyo's most famous retail district

Susan Skelly
Ultimate Guide: The best shops in Tokyo's most famous retail district
One perfect 'daycation': How to have your best ever stopover in Singapore
One perfect 'daycation': How to have your best ever stopover in Singapore
Natascha Mirosch
Deal of the week: Save $7500 per person on this luxe cruise in Asia
Deal of the week: Save $7500 per person on this luxe cruise in Asia
We ate our way down Hong Kong's Michelin-star Mile - here's the verdict
Carrie Hutchinson
We ate our way down Hong Kong's Michelin-star Mile - here's the verdict

Travel is the number one priority for retirees, says new report

Travel is the number one priority for retirees, says new report
Hungry Traveller

The right side of history: Raising the 'steaks' in Vegas

Ben Groundwater
The right side of history: Raising the 'steaks' in Vegas
Car Expert

Why Cadillac thinks it won’t be seen as a newcomer in Australia

Car Expert
Why Cadillac thinks it won’t be seen as a newcomer in Australia
Jordan Mulach
Car Expert

Lincoln Navigator: Conversion firm bringing Lexus LX, Cadillac Escalade rival to Australia

Simon Christie
Lincoln Navigator: Conversion firm bringing Lexus LX, Cadillac Escalade rival to Australia
Car Expert

The most fuel efficient 4x4 utes in Australia

Tyra Lawler-Cass
The most fuel efficient 4x4 utes in Australia
Car Expert

The fastest Corvette ever has some Australian DNA

Jack Quick
The fastest Corvette ever has some Australian DNA
Car Expert

2024 Toyota LandCruiser 70 Series V8 review

James Wong
2024 Toyota LandCruiser 70 Series V8 review
The Land

Casino all breeds sell to a quality top price

Double K Striker with buyer Graham Ford, Bonalbo, and breeders Karly, Payton and Adam Williamson, Double K Simmentals at Sugarloaf via Stanthorpe, Qld.
Jamie Brown • 1hr ago

Sara Park Angus records solid average as correct type attracts old and new clients

Jamie Brown
Top priced Sara Park Tyson T69 with auctioneer Robbie Bloch, AWN Squires; Brad Newsome Nutrien Livestock at Glen Innes with Sara Park principals Herb, Robert and Geoff Duddy. Photo supplied.

'It's all a bit sad': Uralla Historical Society faces uncertainty

Heath Forsyth
Uralla Historical Society President Louis van Ekert outside McCrossins Mill. The UPS has had a number of resignations of key positions recently. Picture Heath Forsyth
The Senior

Businesses don't do enough to protect customers from scammers: Choice

Victims are often given little help after they have been scammed. ACM file picture
The advocacy group says businesses leave scam victims feeling alone and ashamed.
Eileen Wood

Young carers step up as ageing population leads to disability spike

Disability is on the rise and young people are stepping up to help.
Rowan Cowley
The number of young Australians serving in caring roles is snowballing. Picture from Shutterstock

Driving force behind new free travel app encourages Aussies to hit road

A new app encourages people to explore Australia via the open road.
Rowan Cowley
The app boasts 30 fully mapped routes and counting. Picture supplied

Life & Style

Quiet luxury is the low-fuss trend we've been waiting for

Quiet luxury is the low-fuss trend we've been waiting for
Linley Wilkie

The timelessness of a plant-based farmhouse

Cherie Hausler
Quince hummingbird cake with tahini caramel

No more cheap beer and skittles: why a pint will be more expensive

Anna Houlahan
BentSpoke Brewing Cos Tracy Margrain (left) and Richard Watkins employ around 70 people at the brewery and their BrewPub in Braddon, Canberra. Picture supplied