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WHO CAN YOU TRUST: The opinion polls failed to predict the outcome of the 2019 election, so is it time to do away with the whole system? 

The polls were spectacularly wrong in 2019.

If opinion polls can't predict the election winner, what good are they?

GETTING READY: What you need to do to be ready for the 2022 Federal Election.

The election has been called. So now what?

What you need to do now to be ready for election day

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Hydrogen has been touted by many as the answer to climate change. So what's the deal with it?

Will hydrogen technology be the answer to Australia's emissions woes?

The interim Albanese frontbench. Picture: AAP 

Crossbenchers Rebekha Sharkie, Bob Katter, Andrew Wilkie, Helen Haines and Zali Steggall have given Labor confidence of supply.

Labor secures support for a working minority government, but hopeful of more

The May 23 post-election front pages of publisher ACM's daily newspapers in NSW, Victoria, Tasmania and the ACT

From Barnaby country to Labor's heartlands: what the ACM papers say

This is a sample of The Echidna newsletter sent out each weekday morning till the end of the election.

The hoary old chestnut of hip-pocket politics no longer cuts it

UGLY SCENES: Video has emerged of two men brawling in Newcastle on Sunday morning before a third man is stabbed. 

A man has been stabbed during an ugly brawl between two groups in Newcastle in the early hours of Sunday morning.

Man stabbed repeatedly during ugly brawl

Anthony Albanese has been sworn in as prime minister before heading to Tokyo for a Quad meeting.

Mr Albanese and Senator Wong will head to Tokyo on Monday afternoon.

Albanese sworn in as 31st prime minister

Anthony Albanese and new Labor MP for Reid Sally Sitou on Sunday morning. Picture: AAP

Labor's Sally Sitou said her own victory proved voters wanted politicians who 'reflect the community'.

Albanese takes first steps of governing, as Liberal recriminations begin

Josh Frydenberg (left) appears to be among a number unseated moderate Libs, as Simon Birmingham says the party needs to bring more women into the fold. Picture: AAP

Peter Dutton is the heir-apparent for the Liberal leadership, but moderates want someone who can bring more women into the fold.

Libs moderates seek Morrison successor to increase women in the party

It was Soctt Morrison's way or the highway. And he was wrong. Picture: AAP

Voters have given a mandate for a federal ICAC with teeth and serious climate action.

The flawed political gambit that lost the election

Outgoing Prime Minister Scott Morrison and former Liberal staffer Brittany Higgins. Pictures: AAP, Karleen Minney

Every single pollster said the women were coming for Morrison. Every single pollster was right.

Women driving change: The moment that seeded a movement

TOUGH NIGHT: Barnaby Joyce made a solemn victory speech in Tamworth. Photo: Mark Kriedemann

The Nationals have avoided the bloodbath voters inflicted on the Liberals by retaining all 16 of their electorates, but the party's hopes of picking up new seats have been dashed.

Nationals defy Coalition bloodbath and look set to hold all seats

A still from Get A Life, Alright! Picture: Joyhouse Productions

The children's television-inspired music is the highlight of the film.

Luck, laughs and a good-heart

David Pocock celebrates at his election party with parents Andy and Jane and supporters. Picture: Elesa Kurtz

Without Senator Seselja in the Parliament, there would be no Coalition representation at all for the territory.

Pocock on verge of historic upset in ACT Senate shake-up

Anthony Albanese, centre, celebrates with his partner Jodie Haydon and son Nathan Albanese after after winning the 2022 federal election. Picture: AAP

It will likely be in a minority government after a large swing away from the Coalition.

'Optimism, not fear': Albo the new PM as teal wave hits Parliament

Anthony Albanese claims victory. Picture: Screenshot

Follow the updates and results for the federal election as they happen here.

As it happened: 'Australians have voted for change': Albo claims victory

Prime Minister Scott Morrison with wife Jenny, and daughters Lily and Abbey arrive to vote at the Lilli Pilli Public School on election day. Picture: AAP

Prime Minister and Labor leader Anthony Albanese both voted at almost the exact same time, several Sydney suburbs apart on Saturday.

PM delivers election day bombshell, Albanese 'hopeful' about Labor win

Anthony Albanese, with partner Jodie Haydon, started election day in the Melbourne seat of Higgins. Picture: AAP 

Anthony Albanese declared it was "time on in the fourth quarter".

Albanese says he's slept well as polls tighten, Morrison heads to home electorate

BANGER ON BREAD: ACM's own Ringer presents The Democracy Banana. Picture: Ash Walmsley

It's the most important vote you'll cast this weekend.

Should 'democracy bananas' replace sausages at the polling centre sizzle up?

BEST IN CAMPAIGN: A few of our favourite moments from the 2022 federal election.

The funniest campaign bloopers, blunders and the moments that made us smile.

Gaffes, bloopers and best moments from the 2022 federal election

Motherhood is not a particularly glamorous thing and we love these shows for telling it like it is.

Which working mother are you? TV's best mums

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VIBRANT CULTURE: Dubai is one of the most multicultural cities in the world. Photos: Supplied

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Win a seven-night Arabian Peninsular cruise for two

AESTHETICALLY PLEASING: The Samsung Galaxy A53 5G is of sleek design and comes in two stunning colours, awesome blue and black. Photo: Supplied.

Samsung is an innovation leader in the mobile tech space and have converged a lot of said innovation into the budget friendly sector, opening a whole new universe of opportunities to budget conscious shoppers with the Samsung Galaxy A Series range.

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The results speak for themselves. Home and property values are soaring and you could benefit from this trend. Find out with a free appraisal of the value of your home.

Could you be a property millionaire?

An Australian highlight: A trip to the Flinders Ranges ticks all the boxes as it has some of Australia's most spectacular scenery and challenging terrain.

See the sights and experience the variety on this Discovery Tour of the very best South Australia has to offer.

The many highlights of South Australia

Using her own experiences as a mum with a love of the outdoors, Tiffany Droge has created the ultimate family outing baby carrier. 

Ditch the pram and take bub with you on an adventure

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Possum Play keeps screen time to a minimum

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A revolutionary way to do your bit for you and future generations. 

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Let your keto lifestyle include a glass of wine

Sugar free wine is guilt-free wine

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Want more reasons to fall in love with the new S22+? The list is endless.

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Death Cap mushrooms can cause fatal organ damage and should not be ingested, authorities warn.

Wild mushroom poisoning cases spike in NSW

SAD NEWS: Jackie Monk has paid tribute to her husband David Kiefel.

Wife pays tribute to much-loved husband David Kiefel after long battle.

61-year-old dies from Japanese encephalitis

Thelma Beeton's paintings helped her find a path to economic security after serving time in jail.

Indigenous artists craft life after prison

Rain continues to hit the NSW coast and a hazardous surf warning applies from Byron to Batemans Bay.

NSW flood warnings as heavy rain continues

The brutal beauty of an election is on show in Australia today.

The brutality of elections as the new PM takes over - and takes off

Can't wait: NightQuip is a vibrant showcase of Gunnedah's CBD. Photo: Supplied 

Gunnedah's CBD will be transformed into a magical marketplace when the popular NightQuip markets return on Tuesday, August 16.

Save the date for NightQuip's big return

COALITION WEAKNESS: Barnaby Joyce was used to wedge the Liberals in inner-city seats . Photo: Marina Neil

Barnaby Joyce may refuse to take any blame for the inner-city seats lost by his Coalition colleagues, but political pundits say the Nationals leader has Liberal blood on his hands.

Liberal blood on Barnaby's hand as climate vote slaps Coalition

Some seats were still too close to call, with preference counting continuing into Monday morning.

Post-election state of play for every regional Australia seat

FEDERAL ELECTION: The controversial $14.5 billion Inland Rail set to terminate at North Star following Labor's win in the federal election. Image: ARTC

The controversial $14.5 billion Inland Rail is set to terminate at North Star following Labor's win in the federal election.

Inland Rail set to terminate at North Star in northern NSW

THE WINNING TEAM. Mark Coulton, his wife Robyn, and the Nationals Party team celebrated at Dubbo on Saturday night after confirming his win. PICTURE: ELIZABETH FRIAS 

Mark Coulton is re-elected for the sixth time in a tensed election of massive losses for the Coalition

Mark Coulton wins, vows to work harder in opposition

Labor has described a steep rise in newsprint costs as "a terminal threat to local newspapers already on a knife-edge".

RIGHT TO KNOW: Fears that local news deserts across Australia will grow as print costs rise on July 1

'Crisis response' call to save local news

The Regent Honeyeater is a medium-sized honeyeater, with a blackish body embroidered with yellow and white and flashes of yellow in the wings and tail. 

BirdLife Australia is working with North West Local Land Services to monitor and support Australia's most threatened bird species.

Project targets threatened bird species, how you can help

LANDHOLDERS: Gunnedah Shire Council unanimously voted to rezone environmentally protected land to permit primary production. Photo: File, supplied

Gunnedah Shire Council unanimously voted to rezone land protected under environmental management to permit primary production.

Environmentally protected land to be rezoned to allow primary production

PLAQUE: Seven of the 16 coal miners who participated in the sit-in attended the unveiling. Photo: Owen Hasler

The Curlewis Progress Association unveiled a monument on Thursday, to commemorate the Preston Mine sit-in of 1983.

Monument unveiled to commemorate 55 day Preston Mine sit-in

The votes are being counted across the electorate.