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

DIGESTFeeling the heat, but Australia avoids COVID troubles

CLOSED: The Tamworth driver reviver is located on the Armidale Road, but it hasn't been open for quite some time. Photo: Gareth Gardner

No future in sight for Tamworth Driver Reviver with club stepping back

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

DIGESTJanuary 26: the debate about the date

Prime Minister Scott Morrison. Picture: Karleen Minney

International arrivals cap will not be raised: Morrison

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

Trump has left the White House as Biden is welcomed in. Photos: Shutterstock

DIGESTOrdinariness will do for now, as Biden steers the US back to normality

Chris McLennan

A testing clinic sits idle at Figtree in Wollongong. Picture: Adam McLean.

Sydney residents urged to get COVID test

Julian O'Brien

VICTORY: Tim Thorning will play in the Bowls NSW State Junior Championships which will be held in June and July this year. Photo: Ben Jaffrey

Tim Thorning moves through to state final after zone win

Ben Jaffrey

Top knock: Matt Agostino was in brilliant touch on Friday night smacking an unbeaten 73 for McDonalds.

Agostino serves it up to Stars' bowlers to lift McDonalds to first win

Samantha Newsam

Conor McGregor is tipped to beat Dustin Poirier in their UFC rematch in Abu Dhabi on Saturday.

McGregor favourite against Poirier in UFC

VICTORY: Tim Thorning will play in the Bowls NSW State Junior Championships which will be held in June and July this year. Photo: Ben Jaffrey

Tim Thorning moves through to state final after zone win

IOC president Thomas Bach says July's Tokyo Games can provide hope after the coronavirus pandemic.

Games can provide hope after virus: Bach

Conor McGregor (l) and Dustin Poirier (r) will go at it again on Saturday.

UFC's McGregor wants Khabib rematch

David Charlesworth

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

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

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

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The sweet serenity of Lake Macquarie

The sweet serenity of Lake Macquarie

Teresa Ooi

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Gunnedah to showcase creativity for International Women's Day

Gunnedah to showcase creativity for International Women's Day

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RSPCA Gunnedah volunteer branch president Linda Taylor. Photo: Jessica Worboys

Meet Gunnedah's Citizen of the Year nominees

Caitlin Reid

Things to do: Your guide to getting out in Gunnedah and beyond

WHAT'S ONThings to do: Your guide to getting out in Gunnedah and beyond

Juanita Greville

Gunnedah to showcase creativity for International Women's Day

Gunnedah to showcase creativity for International Women's Day

COMEDY ACT: A highlight of the summer program will be comedian Sean Murphy's 'Commonwealth of Games' at Gunnedah Town Hall.

WHAT'S ONGunnedah school holiday program in full swing

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AUSTRALIA DAY: LPSC Australia Day award winners in 2020. Photo: supplied

WHAT'S ONAustralia Day in the Liverpool Plains

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

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

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Harness the power of word of mouth

Harness the power of word of mouth

Emma Brown

See Floriade in all its glory in Canberra on this Travelrite/The Senior escorted tour with Maureen and Paul Lucas. Photo: Paul Lucas

Join a September tour of some of Australia's best gardens in NSW and the ACT

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

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

The mighty Murray cruise

The mighty Murray cruise

Emma Brown

Garage Sale Trail kicks off

Garage Sale Trail kicks off

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

Homes selling sight unseen becoming mainstream

Homes selling sight unseen becoming mainstream

Experts size up the 2021 market

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

WONDERFUL FELLOW: ABCRA team issue statement after the death of one of their own, Bruce 'Greenie' Green. Photo: Supplied

ABCRA issue statement following death of Grafton man from bull charge

Jacinta Dickins

CLOSED: The Tamworth driver reviver is located on the Armidale Road, but it hasn't been open for quite some time. Photo: Gareth Gardner

No future in sight for Tamworth Driver Reviver with club stepping back

Jessica Worboys

Scamwatch: Customers of streaming services targeted by scammers

Scamwatch: Customers of streaming services targeted by scammers

WONDERFUL FELLOW: ABCRA team issue statement after the death of one of their own, Bruce 'Greenie' Green. Photo: Supplied

ABCRA issue statement following death of Grafton man from bull charge

THANK YOU: Boggabri captain Brian King is presented with the NSW Premier's Bushfire Emergency Citation by Acting Inspector Glen Willsallen. Photos: Boggabri Fire and Rescue.

Boggabri firies honoured with citation

Caitlin Reid

HIGH RISK: Member for New England Barnaby Joyce thinks Tamworth could become a quarantine option for stranded Australians. Photo: Gareth Gardner 220620GGA04

'Get it right': Joyce slams tennis, pushes for local quarantine

Madeline Link

VICTORY: Tim Thorning will play in the Bowls NSW State Junior Championships which will be held in June and July this year. Photo: Ben Jaffrey

Tim Thorning moves through to state final after zone win

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.

PHOTOSNew arrivals in Gunnedah, Quirindi and Werris Creek

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

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

Naomi Watts in Penguin Bloom. Picture: Roadshow

Moving film misses opportunities

Ron Cerabona

Denis Menochet plays Michel, a grumpy husband who is engaging in his own form of infidelity. Picture: Hautet Court

REVIEWFrench whodunit darkly complex

Ron Cerabona

A stellar line-up for this year's 2021 Australian of the Year includes former NSW Fire Commissioner and current leader of Resilience NSW, Shane Fitzsimmons.

Eight visionaries, heroes and changemakers making us proud

Myuma Group founder honoured with Australian of the Year award nomination

Myuma Group founder honoured with Australian of the Year award nomination

Derek Barry

CONCERN: COVID-19 has worsened systemic disadvantage for girls in already vulnerable countries. Picture: Shutterstock

OPINIONOn World Education Day, let's make girls' schooling our priority

Gerry Hueston

How China could come to Australia's rescue, again

OPINIONHow China could come to Australia's rescue, again

David Lee

Searles Cattle Transport truck driver Col Rayment, right, prepares to speak with Prime Minister Scott Morrison in Winton this week.

REAL AUSTRALIA'Cyclone' ScoMo makes landfall in outback Queensland

Sally Gall

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

South Australia's Tanya Hosch is among the candidates to be crowned 2021's Australian of the Year.

Australian of the Year set to be announced

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Environment Minister Sussan Ley says Australia must act and adapt to an already changing climate.

Funds pledged to reduce disaster risk

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

DIGESTFeeling the heat, but Australia avoids COVID troubles

An inspiring group of people make up the nominees for the 2021 Australian of the Year awards.

Finalists for Australian of the Year 2021

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Victoria is bracing for its biggest bushfire test of the season so far.

Vic set for season's biggest bushfire test

Callum Godde
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Victoria's authorities asked people to remain sensible and mark Australia Day in a COVID-safe way.

Vaccine focus on coronavirus anniversary

Colin Brinsden and Rebecca Gredley
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Victoria, Tasmania, and parts of NSW are heading for their hottest temperatures of the heatwave.

'Oppressive' night forecast amid heatwave

Callum Godde
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Nominee for the Australian of the Year Award 2021 Tristan Morris built the Bushfire.io app which maps where fire hotspots are. Picture: Dion Georgopoulos

Bushfire app to expand into natural disasters, gains 'humbling' award nomination

Kathryn Lewis
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Brad Sanson, Lockwood, Purlewaugh, checks a crop of Sunprime wheat that yielded 5.5t/ha, a good result considering the dry spring conditions here in 2020. Storing fallow moisture is an important aspect of maximising crop yields.

Nutrient depletion alert

Bob Freebairn
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Brad Sanson, Lockwood, Purlewaugh, checks a crop of Sunprime wheat that yielded 5.5t/ha, a good result considering the dry spring conditions here in 2020. Storing fallow moisture is an important aspect of maximising crop yields.

Nutrient depletion alert

Bob Freebairn
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Bruce "Greenie" Green was killed in a freak accident on Saturday night. Photo: ABCRA

Rodeo community mourns Bruce Green

Lucy Kinbacher

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

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

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LOUNGE TEST: Renting works for those who're indecisive and want to trial an item first. Photo: Snaffle.

Would you consider renting your furniture over buying?

Modern home hidden by terrace facade

Modern home hidden by terrace facade