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While children learn the joy of winning, they need to also learn the joy of doing their best without being the best. Photo: Shutterstock

Mum's the word: Get some perspective on competition

Mumma Jak
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Logan Martin of Australia competes in the men's BMX Freestyle seeding at the 2020 Summer Olympics. Photo: AP Photo/Ben Curtis

The Aussies to watch at the Olympics on Sunday

Cate Campbell and Emma McKeon look to continue a stellar campaign. Picture: Getty

LIVETokyo Olympics day nine: More gold on the horizon for Australia

Caden Helmers
1hr ago

Emma McKeon is on the cusp of creating Australian Olympic history.

McKeon on the cusp of record medal haul

John Salvado and Steve Larkin
1hr ago

More Australians are concerned about how much electricity they use and with good reason.

COVID changing home trends, living costs

John Kidman
2hrs ago

Make the most of the dog-friendly options on offer in the Southern Highlands. Photo by Blue Bird from Pexels

Out and about in the Southern Highlands with your dog? Tips and tricks here

Mike Powell

No new local cases, police conduct high-visibility compliance operation

LIVENo new local cases, police conduct high-visibility compliance operation

Mercury newsroom

Go for gold: The Ringer gets into shape for the Farm Olympics.

WATCHWelcome to the Farm Olympics: How everyday athletes are made

Ashley Walmsley

2021 Census committed to ensuring everyone can participate

Killalea likely to be transferred to National Parks

Quest For Life to receive federal funding to help veterans

FREE'We are not immune'; Doctor urges residents to get tested

While children learn the joy of winning, they need to also learn the joy of doing their best without being the best. Photo: Shutterstock

Mum's the word: Get some perspective on competition

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Mat Mauger is looking forward to his new business venture in Bowral.

Door closes and another opens for Mauger's Meats

Dr Indran Rajendra said The Practice-Bundanoon patients were the reason the vaccination rates were high. Photo: Dr Indran Rajendra

80 per cent and counting: Bundanoon practice vaccinates majority of patients

Alison Fraser in Forage, which is filled with the work of local artisans. Photo: Abbie Melle

MEET THE LOCALSDelta may have dented the opening of Forage, but tourists' loss is locals' gain

Welcome to Hill Top! Photo: Supplied

Hill Top residents welcome new entry signs that pay tribute to the village

Logan Martin of Australia competes in the men's BMX Freestyle seeding at the 2020 Summer Olympics. Photo: AP Photo/Ben Curtis

The Aussies to watch at the Olympics on Sunday

Mum's the word: Get some perspective on competition

1hr ago

SUBSCRIBERQuarantine debt bills hit Australians

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AFL flees Qld lockdown, NRL pushes on

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The Aussies to watch at the Olympics on Sunday

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Out and about in the Southern Highlands with your dog? Tips and tricks here

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LIVENo new local cases, police conduct high-visibility compliance operation

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Mr.Hazzard says worries about income loss may be stopping people getting help for COVID-19 symptoms.

Local lockdown rule 'appropriate': Hazzard

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Alex Saunders is a Launceston-based cryptocurrency influencer who founded Nugget's News, but he has faced intensifying questioning from investors this month.

Crypto expert and the multimillion-dollar allegations

51m ago

The AstraZeneca jab is especially vital in Greater Sydney, Prime Minister Scott Morrison says.

More than 1.5m AZ doses available: Frewen

51m ago

REGEN-COV is made of two antibodies mixed together which stop COVID-19 doing as much damage.

Research body recommends COVID-19 drug

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A threatened anti-lockdown protest in central Sydney was shut down by 1300 police.

Sydney police target masks and check-ins

Liv Casben
1hr ago

Michael Johnsen says he feels vindicated by a police decision not to pursue charges against him.

No charges for Ex-Upper Hunter MP

1hr ago

The Gunners' role is inflict casualties, destroy fortifications and eliminate enemy resistance.

Salute marks 150th Gunners anniversary

1hr ago

From Monday Victorians receiving a first Pfizer dose will wait six weeks - not three - for a second.

Victoria records four new virus cases

2hrs ago

Former Canberran Marcus Dahl, who is being deliberately reinfected with Covid as part of a University of Oxford trial. Picture: Supplied

SUBSCRIBERWhy Marcus is being deliberately infected with Covid

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SUBSCRIBERQuarantine debt bills hit Australians

The Australian bronze-winning 4x100m mixed medley relay team - Kaylee McKeown, Zac Stubblety-Cook, Matthew Temple and Emma McKeon. Picture: AAP

DIGESTWonder women at the Olympics and more Covid

Passengers set for quarantine arrive at Canberra Airport. Picture: Dion Georgopoulos

There's no department 'in charge' of quarantine, govt reveals

Weekend agenda: Snacks, streaming and staying home

DIGESTWeekend agenda: Snacks, streaming and staying home

NSW has asked to use ADF personnel during Sydney's lockdown. Australia's golden guy Zac Stubblety-Cook (inset). Photos: AAP

DIGESTHow to clean up our 'world-class mess

Janine Graham

It looks like a duck and quacks like a duck. Just don't call it JobKeeper.

DIGESTHelp is on the way, but don't call it JobKeeper

Janine Graham

NSW authorities are telling people to get any vaccine they can.

ANALYSISDelta variant changes AstraZeneca calculations

Finn McHugh

Melbourne will face Gold Coast in the AFL at Marvel Stadium on Sunday.

AFL flees Qld lockdown, NRL pushes on

Ed Jackson and Anna Harrington

GRNSW Chief Executive Officer Tony Mestrov.

OPINIONPlan for $1 million TAB Million Dollar Chase launch

Tony Mestrov

Crash: Australian Saya Sakakibara (front) competing in the Tokyo Games. Picture: Ezra Shaw/Getty Images

UPDATEDBrother's moving words after Saya Sakakibara crashes out at Tokyo Olympics

Tim Barrow

Melbourne will face Gold Coast in the AFL at Marvel Stadium on Sunday.

AFL flees Qld lockdown, NRL pushes on

RACING ACTION: Dogs have been racing at Nowra for 50 years now. Photo: On The Ball Photography.

Fifty years of thrilling finishes at Nowra

BIG IMPACT: Laurie Daley says that Craig Bellamy is the chief reason why the Storm is such a heavyweight in the NRL. Photo: Bradley Kanaris/Getty Images

OPINIONIs Craig Bellamy the greatest NRL coach of all time?

Laurie Daley

Cate Campbell and Emma McKeon look to continue a stellar campaign. Picture: Getty

LIVETokyo Olympics day nine: More gold on the horizon for Australia

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Cate Campbell and Emma McKeon look to continue a stellar campaign. Picture: Getty

LIVETokyo Olympics day nine: More gold on the horizon for Australia

1hr ago

Sasa Sestic has rediscovered his passion for handball. Picture: Dion Georgopoulos

'You don't want to be looking through the gun at your uncle': Sestic's remarkable handball journey

Sasa Sestic has rediscovered his passion for handball. Picture: Dion Georgopoulos

'You don't want to be looking through the gun at your uncle': Sestic's remarkable handball journey

Elaine Thompson-Herah poses next to the scoreboard that recorded her latest Olympic triumph.

Thompson-Herah now eyes Flo Jo world mark

Elaine Thompson-Herah poses next to the scoreboard that recorded her latest Olympic triumph.

Thompson-Herah now eyes Flo Jo world mark

Sister Brigid and Anjali Sharma one of the teenagers who brought the duty of care case against the Environment Minister. Picture: Supplied

LISTENEight kids and a nun walk into court, and it's no joke for rural Aussies

Sister Brigid and Anjali Sharma one of the teenagers who brought the duty of care case against the Environment Minister. Picture: Supplied

LISTENEight kids and a nun walk into court, and it's no joke for rural Aussies

Brumby Bar & Grill co-owner Patricia Borthwick-Higgs has had to reduce the number of patrons in the pub because she doesn't have the staff to serve them. Picture: Tom Melville

LISTENJobs abound in snow country, so why isn't anyone applying?

Brumby Bar & Grill co-owner Patricia Borthwick-Higgs has had to reduce the number of patrons in the pub because she doesn't have the staff to serve them. Picture: Tom Melville

LISTENJobs abound in snow country, so why isn't anyone applying?

Anna Winter, team leader, run the court-mandated drug diversion program in Tasmania's North-West. Picture: Brodie Weeding

LISTENWhy is everyone in this courtroom so happy?

Anna Winter, team leader, run the court-mandated drug diversion program in Tasmania's North-West. Picture: Brodie Weeding

LISTENWhy is everyone in this courtroom so happy?

BUSY: Avason Homes, and other builders, are facing lengthy waits for materials at a time of great demand. Photo: AMY REES

'Supply meets demand, so something's got to give': Local builders feel pinch

BUSY: Avason Homes, and other builders, are facing lengthy waits for materials at a time of great demand. Photo: AMY REES

'Supply meets demand, so something's got to give': Local builders feel pinch

Dual income family to become homeless

Dual income family to become homeless

Dual income family to become homeless

Dual income family to become homeless

Andy Lynch played 229 games for Castleford during his stellar rugby league career. Photo: SW Pix

PHOTOSLynch trades historic English rugby league career for NSW South Coast life

Andy Lynch played 229 games for Castleford during his stellar rugby league career. Photo: SW Pix

PHOTOSLynch trades historic English rugby league career for NSW South Coast life

Number one: Samuel Gee Pies and Pastries won Australia's Best Pastie in 2021. Photo: Samuel Gee Pies and Pastries Facebook.

Seventh generation baker takes out top pastie gong

Number one: Samuel Gee Pies and Pastries won Australia's Best Pastie in 2021. Photo: Samuel Gee Pies and Pastries Facebook.

Seventh generation baker takes out top pastie gong

Shonagh Moore and Jenny Connolly gather with other women to make items for others. Photo: Dominic Unwin.

Highlands women knitted 705 items for others during 2020 lockdown

Shonagh Moore and Jenny Connolly gather with other women to make items for others. Photo: Dominic Unwin.

Highlands women knitted 705 items for others during 2020 lockdown

Martyn and Pauline Poytress love meeting new people, and connecting with locals everyday. Photo: Briannah Devlin.

A year of community spirit and camaraderie at Schmokin'

Martyn and Pauline Poytress love meeting new people, and connecting with locals everyday. Photo: Briannah Devlin.

A year of community spirit and camaraderie at Schmokin'

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CHEMISTRY: Dwayne Johnson and Emily Blunt keep the tension brooding on their adventure down the Amazon in Jungle Cruise. Below, the cast of The Moth Effect.

Dwayne Johnson doesn't rock the boat in Jungle Cruise

Josh Leeson

Tony Ameneiro's showcase tells a story of a historical site in the Highlands and its impact on landscape artist Fred Williams. Photo: Tony Ameneiro

UPDATEDHighlands artist brings past and present of Nattai Valley to exhibition

Briannah Devlin

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Diary dates: JP desk returns

Diary dates: JP desk returns

COUNTRY BOY: Riley Catherall was studying jazz and blues, but the story-telling of Americana returned him to his childhood roots.

MUSICRiley Catherall finds calling in homespun stories

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

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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

ONLINE: NSW Education Week will be celebrated digitally in 2021. Photos: NSW Department of Education.

NSW Education Week 2021

NATURAL FIBRES: Customers appreciate quality clothing made from natural fibres that are sustainable and ecologically and ethically produced. Photos: Supplied

Berrima NSW Top Tourism Town

REFRESHINGLY DIFFERENT: The team at Our Lawyers really listen to their clients and offer a professional, honest and genuine service, always putting the needs of their clients first. Photo: Supplied.

Law Week 2021

Regional NSW residents could be set to score discounts on stays in Byron Bay as Covid restrictions prevent Sydney and Melbourne residents from travelling. Photo: Supplied

'Byron like it was in the '80s': How regional travellers can benefit from city lockdowns

Regional NSW residents could be set to score discounts on stays in Byron Bay as Covid restrictions prevent Sydney and Melbourne residents from travelling. Photo: Supplied

'Byron like it was in the '80s': How regional travellers can benefit from city lockdowns

The Royal Hotel in Armidale

Second pub sale as investors rediscover the regions

The Royal Hotel in Armidale

Second pub sale as investors rediscover the regions

Regional areas, particularly those close to the coast, have been popular with city buyers. Photo: Sylvia Liber

What's next for regional house prices?

Jack Needham

This project in Newrybar, NSW was commenced after the Covid-19 pandemic began. Photo: Supplied

Architects see 'surge' in requests for regional work

Jack Needham

Sydney Sothebys International Realty's managing director Michael Pallier said the property has 'many standouts'. Photo: Supplied

UPDATEDA $13 million property is on sale in Hill Top, and you could land 'multiple' helicopters there

Briannah Devlin

2021 Census committed to ensuring everyone can participate

2021 Census committed to ensuring everyone can participate

Quest for Life CEO Petrea King and Hume MP Angus Taylor. Photo: Supplied.

Quest For Life to receive federal funding to help veterans

However, Southern Highlands Division of General Practice spokesman Dr Vince Roche. Photo: file.

FREE'We are not immune'; Doctor urges residents to get tested

Vera Demertzis

2021 Census committed to ensuring everyone can participate

2021 Census committed to ensuring everyone can participate

Council's general manager Lisa Miscamble said the increased surveillance was a precautionary measure. Photo: file

Increased Covid testing for sewage treatment plants

OVER THE ANDES: A sketch titled Our establishment in Laguna Blanca by Ledgers shepherd, Santiago Savage, of the alpacas and llamas en route to NSW. Image: Mitchell Library.

Alpacas for sale in 1864

Logan Martin of Australia competes in the men's BMX Freestyle seeding at the 2020 Summer Olympics. Photo: AP Photo/Ben Curtis

The Aussies to watch at the Olympics on Sunday

Go for gold: The Ringer gets into shape for the Farm Olympics.

WATCHWelcome to the Farm Olympics: How everyday athletes are made

Dwayne Johnson and Emily Blunt star in Jungle Cruise. Picture: Frank Masi.

Buckle up for a new cinematic ride

A scene from Shiva Baby. Picture: Supplied

REVIEWSharp, claustrophobic slice of life

A scene from Fanny Lye Deliver'd. Picture: Sharmill

Grim and violent Puritan western

Ron Cerabona

Let the celebrations begin: The McKeon family revel in Emma's gold medal at the Tokyo Olympics. Picture: Adam McLean

McKeon's journey to Olympic gold a family affair

Cameron Mee

Photo: Morgan Hancock

WATCHSee the incredible moment whales, surfers share the water

Kyra Gillespie

Where to see whales this migration season

WATCHWhere to see whales this migration season

Emma Horn

How new batteries can help address the global warming crisis

OPINIONHow new batteries can help address the global warming crisis

Diego Souza

The $184 billion squandered by the end of the decade on those who don't need it could have been spent on public health, education or other services. Picture: Getty Images

SUBSCRIBER | OPINIONLabor has given up any hope of a progressive agenda

Crispin Hull

Australian Federal Police Commissioner Reece Kershaw. Picture: Sitthixay Ditthavong

SUBSCRIBER | OPINIONKershaw promises success in drug war, but he can't say how

Nicholas Stuart

MORE HELP: 80,000 new packages are on the way. Photo: Shutterstock

Government announces 80,000 new home care packages

Eileen Wood

Yuck factor a barrier to bowel cancer screening

Yuck factor a barrier to bowel cancer screening

Rev. Bill Crews shares his rules for living a better life.

Bill Crews: Twelves rules for living a better life

Samara Ross

Some might have an eye for sheep and cattle, but why aren't more young judges having a crack at assessing different breeds or species, or even looking over the fence to another ring. Photo: Lucy Kinbacher

Why don't we see more multi-species judges?

Hannah Powe
2hrs ago

Three of Mollie Agostinos's registered Highland heifers at Malongulli, Canowindra. Photos: supplied

Highland crossbreeding the gift that keeps on giving | Photos

Hannah Powe

Lorraine Inwood creates unusual garden art like this imaginative leadlight cobweb (spot the spider).

Art for the winter blues

FIONA OGILVIE

FIBRE WITH FLAIR: Sian Redgrave incorporates fruit into her table decoration, as it looks vibrant and can be eaten later. Photos: Supplied

Entertain at home in style

SIGNS: Cats with ureteral obstructions can seem 'off colour' to owners. Picture: Shutterstock

A blockage in puss's plumbing is more than a wee problem

Dr Anne Quain

Some might not know you have to submit a "valid notice of intent to claim a deduction for personal superannuation contributions". Picture: Shutterstock.

ADVICEGetting super contributions wrong hurts tax deductions

Noel Whittaker