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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

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A cross-border ban on dogs is being considered by national authorities but some experts already fear it would be unworkable without border crossing checks.

Cross-border bans mooted to slow deadly dog disease

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One click away: find out what your home is worth

In little more than six months, the common brown dog tick has become infected with the deadly dog disease ehrlichiosis to kill many hundreds of dogs across northern Australia. Picture: Hillcrest Animal Hospital.

Deadly dog disease going national

SUMMER LOVIN': Jess Farrell (Sandy) and Tyler Hoggard (Danny) on stage at IPAC ahead of the opening night of Grease. Picture: Robert Peet.

How Grease production overcame 'those COVID nights'

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

19m ago

Local heroes stepping up to answer the call of their communities

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Applications open for state government sporting fund

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Aussie movies for Australia Day

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Vale Richard 'Rick' Davies - an inspiration to many

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

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Applications open for state government sporting fund

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Anthony Albanese says Labor will announce its economic reform policies well before the election.

Labor ready for 2021 election: Albanese

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Zero locally acquired cases of coronavirus were recorded on Saturday from just under 12,000 tests.

No local cases as Vic's indoor limits ease

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

DIGESTFeeling the heat, but Australia avoids COVID troubles

Dutch police have acted on an Australian-issued Interpol request to arrest a Canadian man.

Canadian arrested after Aust Interpol call

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There are 10 active coronavirus cases linked to the Australian Open.

Promising signs for virus vaccine take-up

Colin Brinsden
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Snake sightings are common in new housing areas, where habitat has been recently cleared.

Qld's snake issue is really a human issue

Marty Silk
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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
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Sophie Westlake's husband's health condition prompted her to invent a COVID-19-killing disinfectant.

NSW mum makes COVID-killing disinfectant

Hannah Ryan
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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

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

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

World holds breath as Trump departs

DIGESTWorld holds breath as Trump departs

Gavin Stone

Member for Goulburn Wendy Tuckerman said the fund could benefit local sporting organisations.

Applications open for state government sporting fund

Newsroom
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Childhood sweethearts Rick and Kat Davies. Photo supplied

Vale Richard 'Rick' Davies - an inspiration to many

Jackie Meyers

Member for Goulburn Wendy Tuckerman said the fund could benefit local sporting organisations.

Applications open for state government sporting fund

Newsroom

Member for Goulburn Wendy Tuckerman said the fund could benefit local sporting organisations.

Applications open for state government sporting fund

49m ago

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

McGregor favourite against Poirier in UFC

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

Games can provide hope after virus: Bach

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

Explore Travel

The sweet serenity of Lake Macquarie

The sweet serenity of Lake Macquarie

Teresa Ooi

Meet the artist: Stan Koryntjy. Photo: John Swainston.

Meet Gang of Five artist Stan Koryntjy

Meet the artist: Stan Koryntjy. Photo: John Swainston.

Meet Gang of Five artist Stan Koryntjy

Colo Vale woodchopping champion David Reumer was a cut above the rest of his NSW counterparts at the STIHL Timbersports Virtual Australian Championships. Photo: Supplied

Southern Highlands champion remains tip top at woodchop

Colo Vale woodchopping champion David Reumer was a cut above the rest of his NSW counterparts at the STIHL Timbersports Virtual Australian Championships. Photo: Supplied

Southern Highlands champion remains tip top at woodchop

Hazel McGregor's Anzac biscuits are a favourite of many who visit Bowral Crafts Unlimited's shop in Bowral. Photo: Lauren Strode

Thousands of biscuits made with love

Hazel McGregor's Anzac biscuits are a favourite of many who visit Bowral Crafts Unlimited's shop in Bowral. Photo: Lauren Strode

Thousands of biscuits made with love

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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

Disclaimer: Garage sale listings are based on the latest information available at the time of publishing. Please follow advice from government authorities on social, business, travel and other restrictions to help keep yourself and others safe. ACM takes no responsibility for any consequences arising from these listings.

Find a garage sale in NSW

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

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

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

Josh Leeson

Jemima Crawley has the candy bar stocked ready for the many good movies the Empire Cinema has on offer. Photo: Lauren Strode

WHAT'S ONKeep busy in the last week of the school holidays

Vera Demertzis

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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We may have a blind spot when it comes to the way we think about skin cancer

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Aussie cricket great calls on fellow farmers to get skin checked regularly

Aussie cricket great calls on fellow farmers to get skin checked regularly

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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

Power of education: Solicitor Paul Ell was just one of the thousands of young people assisted by the Learning for Life program that is supported by VIEW Clubs of Australia. Photo: Supplied.

The club that offers children a view to a better future

Dayle Latham

Making a difference: Natasha Bull and her grandmother Evelyn Berg.

Family affair: The united front of women with passion for supporting kids in need

Rosie Ryan

PROFESSIONAL JOB: All In Gate Motors are the right people to do the job right. Nelson and his team ensure the highest quality gates for a home you will be proud of. Photo: Supplied.

Your Home 2021

SHARE A CUPPA: Cafes and coffee vans throughout the region will be promoting the message of International Day of People with Disability.

IDPwD

GROWING A MO: Daniel Marmont of Mittagong RSL was one of the many staff members who got behind this worthy cause in November. Photo: Supplied.

Movember

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

One click away: find out what your home is worth

One click away: find out what your home is worth

One click away: find out what your home is worth

One click away: find out what your home is worth

The Mittagong Maltings in its former glory. Photo: Berrima District Historical and Family History Society

SUBSCRIBERMittagong Maltings transformation to cost $68 million

Vera Demertzis

SAME OL' SITUATION: McGrath Bowral principal, Anne Stone said the rental market in the Highlands is similar to where it was at last year when the pandemic hit. Photo: File.

Southern Highland rental prices remain stable into new year

Matt Welch

Homes selling sight unseen becoming mainstream

Homes selling sight unseen becoming mainstream

Ruth Lewis

Meet the artist: Stan Koryntjy. Photo: John Swainston.

Meet Gang of Five artist Stan Koryntjy

Vera Demertzis

Motorists are advised of changed traffic conditions from next week on the Hume Highway for safety improvement work to be carried out on the Wingecarribee Bridge. Photo: Supplied.

Changed traffic conditions for Wingecarribee Bridge

Scamwatch: Customers of streaming services targeted by scammers

Scamwatch: Customers of streaming services targeted by scammers

Meet the artist: Stan Koryntjy. Photo: John Swainston.

Meet Gang of Five artist Stan Koryntjy

Look out for the green and gold logo and celebrate Aussie makers this Australia day

NSW Police call for greater safety ahead of Australia Day 2021

NSW Police call for greater safety ahead of Australia Day 2021

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

19m ago

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

2hrs ago

Naomi Watts in Penguin Bloom. Picture: Roadshow

Moving film misses opportunities

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

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

RELUCTANT STAR: Jarryd James says he's become more reclusive since the breakout success of Do You Remember. Picture: Mitch Lowe

MUSICCamera-shy Jarryd James comes back into focus on second album

Josh Leeson

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

Joseph Robinette Biden Jr, 78, the 46th US President, and putative leader of the West.

SUBSCRIBER | OPINIONBiden resets the US course, with implications for all, including Australia

Ian Kirkwood

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

Narrabri team puts an Australian spin on a Mexican classic

Narrabri team puts an Australian spin on a Mexican classic

Billy Jupp

Rodney Wright planted the crop of Hatrick and Seamer chickpeas at his Woodstock property on October 17.

Rain offers up once-in-a-lifetime cropping opportunity

Billy Jupp

Pink flowering Crowea exalata, Lomandra Tanika and Carex buchananii, and self-seeding, bright magenta rose campion create a low maintenance planting. Stachys byzantina is in the foreground.

Hardy gems unearthed

Fiona Ogilvie

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