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Council calls extraordinary meeting to deal with suspension notice

Council calls extraordinary meeting to deal with suspension notice

Vera Demertzis

Wingecarribee Shire Council Mayor Duncan Gair and Minister for Local Government Shelley Hancock. Photo: file.

SUBSCRIBERCouncillors left "disappointed" by minister's decision

Vera Demertzis

What does your brain help you do? Photo supplied.

SUBSCRIBERWhat does your brain help you do? Use that as inspiration for an artwork

Burney Wong

OPEN THE CONVERSATION: Patsy Bingham wants to meet you at the Death Cafe for a chat about end times...your end times, that is. Photo: supplied

It's time to talk about death, says end-of-life doula

Michelle Haines Thomas

Helicopters buzzing over Highlands for survey check

Helicopters buzzing over Highlands for survey check

Attorney-General Christian Porter has taken sick leave after strongly denying a rape allegation.

Porter accuser's family supports inquiry

Matt Coughlan

SAFETY FIRST: City people planning to move to the country are being warned to also consider the dangers of rural living.

Moving from the city to country can have added dangers

Chris McLennan

The Goulburn Mulwaree Council has raised concerns about an upcoming upgrade of seven kilometres of the Hume Highway near Marulan. Photo: File

Hume Highway roadworks near Marulan raise concerns

Hannah Neale

Vinnies call out for more volunteers

UPDATEDWollongong's Yours and Owls music festival a step closer to reality

SUBSCRIBERWingecarribee Shire Council issued notice to suspend, administrator to be put in place

PHOTOSBush art has nature and youngsters smiling

Council calls extraordinary meeting to deal with suspension notice

Council calls extraordinary meeting to deal with suspension notice

BATON READY: Isabella Brown, Liam Meany and Donna Seipelt will lead the Hume Youth Orchestra. Photo: Supplied

Young musicians invited to join new youth orchestra

Stars ready to cha cha cha on stage for charity

Stars ready to cha cha cha on stage for charity

Waste education project and policy officer Phoebe Ward with some of the beeswax wraps you can learn to make in a waste reduction workshop.

It's time to step up on Clean Up Australia Day

GOOD STUFF: Vet nurse Erica Skelton, vet Keith McKellar Stewart (with Cecil) and FOWAS president Deborah Barnes with goods donated to the animal shelter.

Donation Station is ready to supply animal shelter

William "Uncle Bill" Smith has been protesting against PEP 11. Picture: Fleur Connick

'Disgraceful, shocking': Indigenous community appalled over gas plans

Obesity linked to COVID-19 deaths: report

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Council calls extraordinary meeting to deal with suspension notice

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SUBSCRIBERCouncillors left "disappointed" by minister's decision

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SUBSCRIBERWhat does your brain help you do? Use that as inspiration for an artwork

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It's time to talk about death, says end-of-life doula

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Helicopters buzzing over Highlands for survey check

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ACT Health Minister Rachel Stephen-Smith (top) and Queensland Chief Health Officer Jeanette Young.

DIGESTQueensland fears COVID superspreader on the loose

Two people have died after a light plane has crashed near the popular tourist town of Exmouth in WA.

Two killed in plane crash in Exmouth, WA

Defence Minister Linda Reynolds is under fire for calling ex-staffer Brittany Higgins a "lying cow".

Minister labelled ex-staffer 'lying cow'

NEVER GIVE UP: Sarah Rowan can't wear skinny jeans because they make her hips hurt, she can no longer run and sometimes has to alter the way she paints because of having rheumatoid arthritis. But the artist is glad to be alive and hasn't given up on her dreams. Picture: Robert Peet

Speed painter defies arthritis to follow her dreams

Let's get informed on sex education and consent says the students at one Victorian college. Photo: file

Students want broader sex education plus more lessons on consent

Jackson Graham

Kathleen Folbigg was jailed after the deaths of her children Patrick, Sarah, Laura and Caleb.

Petition offers Folbigg hope, says friend

A Tasmanian police officer charged with assault will appear in court in May.

Tasmanian cop on assault, justice charges

South Australia and Western Australia will be the first states to get the AstraZeneca vaccine.

Latest snapshot of the coronavirus impact

ACT Health Minister Rachel Stephen-Smith (top) and Queensland Chief Health Officer Jeanette Young.

DIGESTQueensland fears COVID superspreader on the loose

Australian of the Year, Grace Tame. Photo: Sitthixay Ditthavong

DIGESTPowerful words on a day of very many words

The logistics of distributing the COVID vaccine in Australia must run smoothly. Picture: Shutterstock

OPINIONLogistics of COVID-19 vaccine rollout must be perfect

"I would have thought the biggest threat to WA is not tomatoes, it's meth and heroin," said WA Premier Mark McGowan. Photo: file

DIGESTWhat's the difference between tomatoes and meth anyway?

Marie Janczura of the Therapeutic Goods Administration works on the COVID vaccine to ensure a safe roll out. Picture: Karleen Minney

EXPLAINERIs one vaccine better than the others?

Steve Evans

Imagine more than 7000 mutations of coronavirus. Yes, it's a real thing. There are more COVID mountains to climb yet. Photo: file

DIGESTThe vaccines roll out, new mutations climb

Janine Graham

The first shipment of AstraZeneca vaccines arrives in Australia. Picture: Getty Images

Strict vaccine advertising rules don't stop doctors from having patient conversations: TGA

Sally Whyte

The AstraZeneca shipment touches down in Australia. Picture: Getty Images

DIGESTVaccine envy is a First World luxury

Andrew Thorpe

Bowral strike first in pennant clash

Bowral strike first in pennant clash

Gordon Lewis

Bowral Bowling Club social lawn bowls sees excellent turn out

PHOTOSBowral Bowling Club social lawn bowls sees excellent turn out

Matt Welch

Bowral Bowling Club, head greenkeeper Josh Woodcock has stated he will continue to look to some warm and consistent weather conditions which we have lacked through the Summer. Photo: Gordon Lewis.

Bowral Bowls Springett green update

Gordon Lewis

Bowral strike first in pennant clash

Bowral strike first in pennant clash

Five star display by all bowlers

Five star display by all bowlers

Gordon Lewis

21 YEARS OF WINNING: Ashley Lewis, Stephen Della, Mrs Chris Benton, Greg Lewis and Gordon Lewis pictured after team Lewis won the Chris Benton Memorial Shield. Photo: Robin Staples.

Della's success keeps on rolling

Gordon Lewis

Launceston property developer Errorl Stewart wants a solution to the Tamar's mud problem. Picture: Phillip Biggs

LISTENWhy this Australian city is stuck in the mud

Launceston property developer Errorl Stewart wants a solution to the Tamar's mud problem. Picture: Phillip Biggs

LISTENWhy this Australian city is stuck in the mud

ANU student Jozef Meyer points out a dieback affected snow gum in Koscziosko National Park. Picture: Kate Matthews

LISTENWhat's killing our Snow Gums?

ANU student Jozef Meyer points out a dieback affected snow gum in Koscziosko National Park. Picture: Kate Matthews

LISTENWhat's killing our Snow Gums?

Dr Alex Ritchie and his daughter, Shona, at his home in Canberra. PHOTO: Tom Melville

LISTENUncovering Canowindra's forgotten fossils

Dr Alex Ritchie and his daughter, Shona, at his home in Canberra. PHOTO: Tom Melville

LISTENUncovering Canowindra's forgotten fossils

Brewpubs offer creative menus to match the beers, creating a destination for locals and tourists. Pictures: Michael Turtle

Crafty brewers blazing hoppy trails across the country

Michael Turtle

Enjoy a private food and wine tasting experience at Heifer Staton Wines, Orange.

The NSW region that really shines in autumn

Louise Goldsbury

Millions of crabs emerge from the Christmas Island forest and head for the sea.

Cupid hits Christmas Island for annual journey to the sea

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OPEN THE CONVERSATION: Patsy Bingham wants to meet you at the Death Cafe for a chat about end times...your end times, that is. Photo: supplied

It's time to talk about death, says end-of-life doula

OPEN THE CONVERSATION: Patsy Bingham wants to meet you at the Death Cafe for a chat about end times...your end times, that is. Photo: supplied

It's time to talk about death, says end-of-life doula

Julie Gillick OAM received an Australia Day honour for services to education. Photo: file.

SUBSCRIBERFormer principal receives Australia Day honour for services to education

Julie Gillick OAM received an Australia Day honour for services to education. Photo: file.

SUBSCRIBERFormer principal receives Australia Day honour for services to education

Dr Judith Lynch OAM.

Judith Carmen Lynch OAM

Dr Judith Lynch OAM.

Judith Carmen Lynch OAM

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A previous edition of the Yours and Owls Festival at Stuart Park, North Wollongong. Picture: Anna Warr

UPDATEDWollongong's Yours and Owls music festival a step closer to reality

Brendan Crabb

Floriade could still be held at Commonwealth Park this year. Picture: Karleen Minney

Floriade still on the cards for later in the year

Andrew Brown

Southern Highlands Botanic Gardens will be the setting for family fun for Earth Hour 2021 celebrations. Photo supplied

Gardens put a spotlight on Earth Hour

Jackie Meyers

A previous edition of the Yours and Owls Festival at Stuart Park, North Wollongong. Picture: Anna Warr

UPDATEDWollongong's Yours and Owls music festival a step closer to reality

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Community groups celebrate International Women's Day

KITTED OUT: The First Team is a fictional look at modern life for young professional footballers.

Inbetweeners creators strike with mixed results

Josh Leeson

Why now is the perfect time to treat yourself to a new car and go exploring

Why now is the perfect time to treat yourself to a new car and go exploring

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

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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Why now is the perfect time to treat yourself to a new car and go exploring

Why now is the perfect time to treat yourself to a new car and go exploring

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

BEST BUDDIES: Every Year 6 student leaves primary school knowing they are capable of making a positive contribution to the world.

School Leaders 2021

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

End of rental moratorium raises alarm

End of rental moratorium raises alarm

End of rental moratorium raises alarm

End of rental moratorium raises alarm

REGIONAL INTEREST: PIPA Survey respondents showed a sharp uptick in interest in regional areas as well as coastal locations.

Investors look to the regions

REGIONAL INTEREST: PIPA Survey respondents showed a sharp uptick in interest in regional areas as well as coastal locations.

Investors look to the regions

ON THE MOVE: The value of owner occupier home loan commitments rose across most states and territories, according to the latest Australian Bureau of Statistics figures. Photo - Shutterstock.

Record housing loan commitments continues to climb

Property scarcity pushes prices up

Property scarcity pushes prices up

KEY DRIVER: HomeBuilder has been the star in the Government's economic recovery plan, according to Denita Wawn, CEO of Master Builders Australia. Photo - Shutterstock.

HomeBuilder plays starring role

Council calls extraordinary meeting to deal with suspension notice

Council calls extraordinary meeting to deal with suspension notice

Vera Demertzis

Wingecarribee Shire Council Mayor Duncan Gair and Minister for Local Government Shelley Hancock. Photo: file.

SUBSCRIBERCouncillors left "disappointed" by minister's decision

Vera Demertzis

Helicopters buzzing over Highlands for survey check

Helicopters buzzing over Highlands for survey check

Council calls extraordinary meeting to deal with suspension notice

Council calls extraordinary meeting to deal with suspension notice

Could you spare a few hours to become a Vinnies volunteer? Photo supplied

Vinnies call out for more volunteers

Notice to suspend: Wingecarribee Shire Councillors have a week to respond to the notice of suspension. Photo: file.

SUBSCRIBERWingecarribee Shire Council issued notice to suspend, administrator to be put in place

Vera Demertzis

Dolly Parton gets a dose of her own medicine. Photo: Twitter via @Dolly Parton

WATCHDolly Parton gets a dose of her own medicine

Bowral Bowling Club social lawn bowls sees excellent turn out

PHOTOSBowral Bowling Club social lawn bowls sees excellent turn out

Highlands School students become fire fighters for the day | VIDEO | PHOTOS

SUBSCRIBERHighlands School students become fire fighters for the day | VIDEO | PHOTOS

The ute pushed its way through several cars

Woman at heart of road rage rampage back in court

Powerful Owl. Photo: Johanning, CC BY-SA 3.0 via Wikimedia Commons

A powerful owl could be sleeping in your backyard after surveying kilometres of territory

Nick Bradsworth, John White, Raylene Cooke

Peter 'Mulzy' Poole of Rutherford. Picture: Marina Neil

50 of the finest photos from Mulletfest 2021

Frank Grillo and Serena Lo do battle in this enjoyable take on gaming culture. Picture: Icon

Action replays make for lots of fun

Cris Kennedy

A demon hand in Demon Slayer The Movie: Mugen Train. Picture: Koyoharu Gotoge /Shueisha

This demon battle is a wild ride

Ron Cerabona

RAW DEAL: The French clearly have no intention of delivering what was originally promised. Picture: Shutterstock

OPINIONHewson's View | Scott Morrison's chance to fix Australian submarine program

John Hewson

IVF will never be quite as simple as ABC

OPINIONIVF will never be quite as simple as ABC

Marie Low

Australia's regional towns need action on climate to survive

OPINIONAustralia's regional towns need action on climate to survive

Ken Keith

ALONE AND VULNERABLE: Single older women without children face unique challenges. Image: Pixabay

The single woman, no kids paradox

Eileen Wood

SHOW GOES ON: The fundraising event will be the first time Maria Venuti will sing publicly since her stroke five years ago.

Maria Venuti to return to stage for 80th birthday

Geraldine Cardozo

IN THEIR ELEMENT: Silver Salties having a swell time at Terrigal on the NSW Central Coast.

You don't need gills to be in the water

John Piggott

From digestive efficiencies in kangaroos to main eat producing domestic livestock.

ProAgni a top 10 finalist in first ever US Beef Alliance 'Startup Challenge'

Mark Griggs

Member for Barwon Roy Butler presents the ribbon for champion scones to Ruth Pound with steward Valma McWhirter and show president Harry Powell.

Bumper Show for Binnaway

Mark Griggs

Hilltops Free Range's Anthony Jude de Silva, with Maremma dog, Jack, who is one of 13 Maremmas that guard the chickens from predators.

Ewes flock to hen house in mixed grazing system

Hannah Powe

The big question for many parents is when "to use or not to use that cotton wool?"

OPINIONHow much cotton wool is too much?

Mumma Jak

Perennial edible plants like pepinos are great for creating a low maintenance, productive garden that results in better soil health, high yields and less input. Pictures: Hannah Moloney.

An easy-to-grow alternative to melons | Backyard Bliss

Hannah Moloney

AIM: Intermittment fasters pack healthy foods into a daily window. Picture: Shutterstock

OPINIONAppetites growing for intermittent fasting | Wellness

Amy Cooper