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Tourism officer Jenny Rivers-Smith with one of the first hampers, ready to share some love with a Campbelltown resident. Photo: supplied

From the Highlands to Campbelltown, with love

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A record 75 cases of COVID for Illawarra Shoalhaven

LIVEA record 75 cases of COVID for Illawarra Shoalhaven

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Dr Jeremy McAnulty of NSW Health

WATCHNSW records 1,331 new cases, breaks 50,000 COVID case count

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New COVID-19 case in Goulburn, none in the Southern Highlands.

FREENew COVID-19 case in Goulburn, none in the Southern Highlands

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EXPLAINERConfused over the current COVID-19 restrictions? We've answered your questions

Vera Demertzis

Stunning video shows beauty and sorrow of Australia's outback river

WATCHStunning video shows beauty and sorrow of Australia's outback river

Emma Horn

COVID-19 patients to be transferred to other hospitals for specialist care

COVID-19 patients to be transferred to other hospitals for specialist care

Vera Demertzis

How's the serenity? It depends where you live

DIGESTHow's the serenity? It depends where you live

Janine Graham

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Watch: How to safely capture a funnel web spider

Living close to the flames of the Currowan bushfire

FREEBowral Woolworths deep cleaned after COVID-19 exposure

Tourism officer Jenny Rivers-Smith with one of the first hampers, ready to share some love with a Campbelltown resident. Photo: supplied

From the Highlands to Campbelltown, with love

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Stunning video shows beauty and sorrow of Australia's outback river

WATCHStunning video shows beauty and sorrow of Australia's outback river

Women have remained front and centre of Sturt since 1941. Photo: Sturt archives

SUBSCRIBER'Sturt is a cultural treasure': Australia's oldest design centre turns 80

Ali Francipane is bringing sweetness and delight to the front door during lockdown. Photo: supplied

MEET THE LOCALSSweetness calling: cupcake start-up takes the bite out of lockdown

A 'Rescued Chicken Adoption Day' event is being organised by Let The Ladies Go in the Southern Highlands and Goulburn on September 18.

Rescued chooks are looking for a home

First Moderna doses touch down in Australia

GET UP TO DATEFirst Moderna doses touch down in Australia

From the Highlands to Campbelltown, with love

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LIVEA record 75 cases of COVID for Illawarra Shoalhaven

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FREENew COVID-19 case in Goulburn, none in the Southern Highlands

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EXPLAINERConfused over the current COVID-19 restrictions? We've answered your questions

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COVID-19 patients to be transferred to other hospitals for specialist care

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In case you missed it | Weekly Wrap

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Police and anti-lockdown protesters have clashed again in Melbourne.

Latest snapshot of the coronavirus impact

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Anti-lockdown protesters clash with members of Victoria Police in Richmond. Picture: Getty

DIGESTRogue elements risk the rest of us again

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Anti-lockdown protesters have clashed with police in Melbourne.

Police arrest 235, 10 injured in protest

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Protesters have clashed with members of Victoria Police at an anti-lockdown rally in Victoria. Picture: Getty

Police arrest 235, 10 injured in Vic protest

A worker died and another was injured after a coal mine shaft collapse in central Queensland.

Call for mine shutdown for body recovery

A strong police presence across Sydney thwarted planned anti-lockdown rallies.

NSW protests flop, amid more COVID deaths

Oil tanker captain Ritesh Bhamaria has been recognised for rescuing two men in the Torres Strait.

Rough-sea rescue earns captain a gong

More than 81 per cent of people 16 and over in NSW have had at least one COVID-19 vaccine dose.

COVID-19's impact on NSW: the numbers

Anti-lockdown protesters clash with members of Victoria Police in Richmond. Picture: Getty

DIGESTRogue elements risk the rest of us again

2hrs ago

Protesters have clashed with members of Victoria Police at an anti-lockdown rally in Victoria. Picture: Getty

Police arrest 235, 10 injured in Vic protest

Madison Oei, 10, plays with her dog Taffy as her brother Izaac, 12, jumps on the trampoline. Picture: Elesa Kurtz

EXPLAINERHow does the Delta strain affect children?

How's the serenity? It depends where you live

DIGESTHow's the serenity? It depends where you live

ACT Policing have been working with the NSW police force to enforce COVID compliance measures between the jurisdications. Picture: Keegan Carroll

Defence force to be deployed at ACT borders

Alex Crowe

Submarines, security deal blow COVID out of the water

DIGESTSubmarines, security deal blow COVID out of the water

Janine Graham

What we know about Ivermectin

What we know about Ivermectin

Elizabeth Finkel

Officers escort Mohammed Al-Mofathel, centre, into City Police Station on the day of his arrest. Picture: Karleen Minney

SUBSCRIBERUnvaccinated Canberra prisoners 'sitting ducks': lawyer

Blake Foden

The Paralympic medal funding was a one-off for Tokyo, but sponsored avenues are being explored. Picture: Getty

SUBSCRIBERParalympic medal funding a one-off for Tokyo 2020

Isobel Cootes

VICTORY: Laurie Daley says thanks to a brilliant defensive effort, South Sydney has found itself on the better side of the finals draw. Photo: Ian Hitchcock/Getty Images

OPINIONSouth Sydney Rabbitohs turn finals series on its head

Laurie Daley

Focused: David Sturgess was one of the four GMAA fighters to step into the cage during the last Storm Damage card, and came away with a gritty decision victory. Photo: Zac Lowe.

SUBSCRIBERLocal MMA scene abuzz with Storm Damage 14 headed for Goulburn

Zac Lowe

The Paralympic medal funding was a one-off for Tokyo, but sponsored avenues are being explored. Picture: Getty

SUBSCRIBERParalympic medal funding a one-off for Tokyo 2020

On site: Stuart Jones, seen here with CEO of Paralympics Australia, Lynne Anderson, shortly after his arrival in Tokyo. Photo: Stuart Jones/Instagram.

SUBSCRIBERFrom Goulburn to Tokyo: Stuart Jones' Paralympic journey

Zac Lowe

Trailblazer: Claire Polosak has made a habit of paving the way for female cricket umpires, and will set yet another record on September 30. Photo: AAP.

SUBSCRIBERPolosak to stand in first Test between India and Australia

Zac Lowe

Grape grower Graeme McCrabb stands beside the Darling River where he first saw the fish deaths, at his property in Menindee, NSW. Picture: Dion Georgopoulos

LISTENVoice of Real Australia podcast is back with a splash

Grape grower Graeme McCrabb stands beside the Darling River where he first saw the fish deaths, at his property in Menindee, NSW. Picture: Dion Georgopoulos

LISTENVoice of Real Australia podcast is back with a splash

Watch the Forgotten River trailer

WATCHWatch the Forgotten River trailer

Watch the Forgotten River trailer

WATCHWatch the Forgotten River trailer

The Royal and Hollywood cafes in Church street, circa 1950. Photo: Mudgee Museum and Historical Society.

LISTENRescued boy meets hero's family 60 years on

The Royal and Hollywood cafes in Church street, circa 1950. Photo: Mudgee Museum and Historical Society.

LISTENRescued boy meets hero's family 60 years on

CITY MOVE: Harcourts Horsham agent Tim Coller has sold St John's Church three times, this time most of the demand came from Melbourne, and ended up with a city owner.

City buyers ditch plans to stay close to the office

CITY MOVE: Harcourts Horsham agent Tim Coller has sold St John's Church three times, this time most of the demand came from Melbourne, and ended up with a city owner.

City buyers ditch plans to stay close to the office

No end in sight in race to the regions

No end in sight in race to the regions

No end in sight in race to the regions

No end in sight in race to the regions

It's been a tough year for the Bowral Blacks. Photo: file

SUBSCRIBERBowral expecting influx of players ahead of club's 50th

It's been a tough year for the Bowral Blacks. Photo: file

SUBSCRIBERBowral expecting influx of players ahead of club's 50th

Triple Care Farm's Gabriella Holmes has been selected as a Westfield Local Heroes finalist. Photo supplied.

MEET THE LOCALSTriple Care Farm's Gabriella Holmes honoured for work with young people in crisis

Triple Care Farm's Gabriella Holmes has been selected as a Westfield Local Heroes finalist. Photo supplied.

MEET THE LOCALSTriple Care Farm's Gabriella Holmes honoured for work with young people in crisis

Michelle has seen her business outgrow its home in just over two years. Photo: supplied

Florist blooms into life despite pandemic darkness

Michelle has seen her business outgrow its home in just over two years. Photo: supplied

Florist blooms into life despite pandemic darkness

Vice-President Chris Shea was instrumental in the founding of the Storm in 2019. Photo: supplied

Storm volunteer claims NSW Rugby League award

Vice-President Chris Shea was instrumental in the founding of the Storm in 2019. Photo: supplied

Storm volunteer claims NSW Rugby League award

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Younger Highlanders can get in the kitchen. Photo: Shutterstock

Mark your calendars for these activities in the Highlands

Briannah Devlin

WRG will zoom in for its AGM on September 19. Photo: Shutterstock

Diary dates: Zoom in for WRG meeting

NO FAIRYTALE: Nicholas Galitzine and Camila Cabello in the modern musical reinterpretation of Cinderella.

Cinderella story with modern take

Josh Leeson

Younger Highlanders can get in the kitchen. Photo: Shutterstock

Mark your calendars for these activities in the Highlands

Highlanders have the chance to read Chris Hammer's bestseller Scrublands. Photo: Supplied

Take part in Australia's biggest book club in the Highlands

Briannah Devlin

CWA members Zoom in for their monthly catch up. Photo: Shutterstock

Diary dates: CWA meeting goes online

CONNECTIONS: Susie Watson from East Gippsland received a special delivery this month, thanks to Australia Post and Beyond Blue.

Send a message of hope to someone you care about

Is your masculinity complex making you look older?

Is your masculinity complex making you look older?

Beauty: When you think of New Zealand you think of scenes of lakes surrounded by snow capped mountains such as the Wanaka Tree, South Island.

A Top to tail tour around New Zealand

CONNECTIONS: Susie Watson from East Gippsland received a special delivery this month, thanks to Australia Post and Beyond Blue.

Send a message of hope to someone you care about

How to find the cleaner you can trust for your home

How to find the cleaner you can trust for your home

Doctor and leading ED expert warns of danger of porn addiction

Doctor and leading ED expert warns of danger of porn addiction

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

Create Renovate Decorate

IT'S ABOUT YOUR GOOD HEALTH: Try some fun ways to experience health habits that could last a lifetime.

Women's Health Week

Linda Lambrechts

A Focus on Farming

Linda Lambrechts

RENO TIPS: Mitch Edwards and Mark McKie at home in Newport. Picture: Simon Bennett

The Block's Mitch and Mark on how to style your home for Spring

RENO TIPS: Mitch Edwards and Mark McKie at home in Newport. Picture: Simon Bennett

The Block's Mitch and Mark on how to style your home for Spring

Looking for a holiday home to purchase? Yamba should be near the top of your list according to Ray White Chief Economist Nerida Conisbee. Photo: Shutterstock

Holiday hotspots: Where to buy a beach getaway this spring break

Looking for a holiday home to purchase? Yamba should be near the top of your list according to Ray White Chief Economist Nerida Conisbee. Photo: Shutterstock

Holiday hotspots: Where to buy a beach getaway this spring break

A 3D-printed house in Tabasco, Mexico. Photo: Joshua Perez/New Story

Could 'printing' new houses solve the affordability crisis?

Jack Needham

Ballarat East is one of the regional suburbs that should be on investors' radar, according to one of the experts we spoke with. This property at 52 George Street is currently listed with PRD Nationwide Ballarat with a guide of $395,000 to $425,000. Photo: Supplied

Property experts reveal the regional hotspots investors should have on their radar

Jack Needham

The Loaded Dog Hotel is up for sale. Photo: HTL Property.

SUBSCRIBERPawsome opportunity: Loaded Dog Hotel unleashed for sale

Burney Wong

Photo: Shutterstock

EXPLAINERConfused over the current COVID-19 restrictions? We've answered your questions

Vera Demertzis

COVID-19 patients to be transferred to other hospitals for specialist care

COVID-19 patients to be transferred to other hospitals for specialist care

Vera Demertzis

Bowral Woolworths deep cleaned after COVID-19 exposure

FREEBowral Woolworths deep cleaned after COVID-19 exposure

Photo: Shutterstock

EXPLAINERConfused over the current COVID-19 restrictions? We've answered your questions

Zero cases of COVID-19 reported in the Southern Highlands

Zero cases of COVID-19 reported in the Southern Highlands

Vera Demertzis

LOCAL QUALITY: Berrima Co-ops butter wrapping. Photo: BDH&FHS.

Highlands History: Good times flow for dairy

In a TikTok video, Fricker showed a rather official-looking letter from the Premier and a cylinder of biscuits that read "thank you".

WATCHOlympian Sam Fricker reveals the gift Gladys Berejiklian sent him

Dr Jeremy McAnulty of NSW Health

WATCHNSW records 1,331 new cases, breaks 50,000 COVID case count

A record 75 cases of COVID for Illawarra Shoalhaven

LIVEA record 75 cases of COVID for Illawarra Shoalhaven

First Moderna doses touch down in Australia

GET UP TO DATEFirst Moderna doses touch down in Australia

Stunning video shows beauty and sorrow of Australia's outback river

WATCHStunning video shows beauty and sorrow of Australia's outback river

Emma Horn

COVID-19 cases continue to rise. Picture: DARREN HOWE

WATCH500+ cases for Victoria, one death as COVID spreads to the regions

Alex Gretgrix
Allanah Sciberras

NSW records 1284 new COVID cases, 12 deaths

WATCHNSW records 1284 new COVID cases, 12 deaths

Janine Graham

Rachel Strachan gazes over her stretch of the Darling River, which is flowing again for now, above. Picture: Dion Georgopoulos

FORGOTTEN RIVERMeet Rachel, the woman fighting for our outback's lifeblood

John Hanscombe

Christian Porter has shown a shocking lack of judgment over his anonymous donation. Picture: Elesa Kurtz

SUBSCRIBER | OPINIONScott Morrison is allowing ministerial standards to slip

Ebony Bennett

The fast-attack submarine USS Asheville transits alongside the USS Blue Ridge in the Philippine Sea. Picture: US Department of Defense

SUBSCRIBER | OPINIONA wasteful government sinks to new depths

Crispin Hull

French President Emmanuel Macron (second from left) with former Australian prime minister Malcolm Turnbull and Australian ministers in 2018 on the Collins-class submarine HMAS Waller. Picture: Getty Images

SUBSCRIBER | OPINIONWhy we torpedoed our Attack-class submarines

Nicholas Stuart

CHALLENGE: Australia needs many more aged care workers. Picture Shutterstock

Critical shortage of aged care workers threatens care standards

Eileen Wood

Model Barbara Bingham.

The true beauty of older models

Therese Murray

Caution urged following spike in scams

Caution urged following spike in scams

Samara Ross

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Webinar to help prepare producers for spring mice surge

Billy Jupp

Wood spurge (Euhorbia robbiae) has limey green flowers for many weeks in early spring.

Considering a cover-up

FIONA OGILVIE

Two permanent creeks flow through both properties in this choice grazing country near Yass. Pictures: LAWD.

When two choice grazing properties are better than one

Chris McLennan

SAFE: The best way to stop your cat getting lost is to keep them indoors. Picture: Shutterstock

A proactive plan can help find your wayward feline faster

RSPCA

NIcole Kidman and Liane Moriarty. Picture: Instagram

Why Liane Moriarty is the queen of suburban noir

Karen Hardy

HAPPY PLACE: The vagus nerve rules your body's relaxation responses.

How to trigger the body's relaxation responses

Amy Cooper