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Tighten that belt, says the PM. Photo: Shutterstock

DIGESTPrime minister says it's time to tighten our belts

Prime Minister Scott Morrison. Picture: Sitthixay Ditthavong

'There is a mountain yet to climb': Morrison warns of belt-tightening after COVID-19

The last restrictions have been lifted at Woolworths. Picture: Karleen Minney

Final supermarket removes all purchase restrictions

Registered nurses Julie Parducci and Nivekta Singh at the COVID-19 drive-through testing centre in Canberra. Picture: Sitthixay Ditthavong

EXPLAINERThe places that have beaten COVID-19

Prime Minister Scott Morrison on Friday. Picture: Sitthixay Ditthavong

$72b worth of infrastructure projects to be fast-tracked

Katie Burgess

Fears for the future damage mental health of young Australians

DIGESTFears for the future damage mental health of young Australians

Simon Bourke

Deputy Prime Minister Michael McCormack says common sense should keep would-be protesters at home.

DIGESTCommon sense says stay home, McCormack tells protesters

Prime Minister Scott Morrison announcing a major step towards lifting almost all restrictions on Friday. Picture: Sitthixay Ditthavong

Crowds to be allowed back in stadiums, 100-person cap on indoor gatherings to be scrapped

Kirsten Lawson

Members of the Wellington Amateur Swimming Club at the Wellington pool earlier this year. Photo: Taylor Jurd

Swimmers to make more of a splash thanks to sport grant

COUNTRY IMPACT: Dubbo junior Isaah Yeo in action for the Penrith Panthers at Bathurst. Photo: PHIL BLATCH

Group 11 president backs mayors proposal to bring NRL game to Dubbo

Nick Guthrie

MAIDEN SALUTE: Trainer Alison Smith added another win to her Wellington tally on Sunday. PHOTO: FILE.

Smith secures early win during day trip to Wellington turf

Jake Humphreys

Members of the Wellington Amateur Swimming Club at the Wellington pool earlier this year. Photo: Taylor Jurd

Swimmers to make more of a splash thanks to sport grant

GOOD TIME: RSL-Colts cricketers last season at the Lady Cutler grounds, which also host football matches in the winter months. Photo: AMY McINTYRE

NSW sporting bodies ensure maximum participation, use of venues

PUTTING IN THE WORK: Kotoni Staggs continues to go from strength-to-strength with the Brisbane Broncos and his efforts haven't gone unnoticed. Photo: BRISBANE BRONCOS

Staggs and Naden tipped to take centre stage when play resumes

Nick Guthrie

Skiers are keen to get back to the action at Thredbo Resort. Picture: Supplied

Ski passes selling out as more than 20,000 wait in line

Julia Kanapathippillai

The historic main street of Canowindra has a bend because it follows an old bullock track. Pictures: Michael Turtle

Characters, quirky surprises in a magical part of Australia

Michael Turtle

Make the most of cool evenings at Paperbark Camp.

Winter warmers by the campfire perfect for weekend getaways

Explore Travel

The strategy aims to ensure the health and wellbeing of the community, while reopening the facilities from Saturday, May 23. Photo: Supplied.

WHAT'S ONCouncil implements new strategy to reopen recreation areas

Volunteer: Geurie's Justine Williams being presented her 2019 Hidden Treasures award by Dubbo MP Dugald Saunders at a ceremony last year. Photo: Amy McIntyre.

WHAT'S ONNominate a Hidden Treasure in your community who goes above and beyond

Dubbo Regional Council has engaged contract drillers who will be on site over the coming week to undertake services locations and preparations. Photo: File.

Council to conduct test drilling for bore at Bicentennial Park

The strategy aims to ensure the health and wellbeing of the community, while reopening the facilities from Saturday, May 23. Photo: Supplied.

WHAT'S ONCouncil implements new strategy to reopen recreation areas

Wellington Town Band president to pay his respect on Anzac Day

WHAT'S ONWellington Town Band president to pay his respect on Anzac Day

ENDURANCE TEST: Daniel Pumpa and his beloved dog Turbo took part in the Cobber Challenge for the first time last year. Photo: CONTRIBUTED

WHAT'S ONWorking dogs will go head-to-head in annual challenge

Everyone's a winner with Pennytel

Everyone's a winner with Pennytel

Emma Brown

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

Staying close to your loved ones at a distance

Staying close to your loved ones at a distance

Emma Brown

Everyone's a winner with Pennytel

Everyone's a winner with Pennytel

Finding a driving instructor who is the right fit for you

Finding a driving instructor who is the right fit for you

A sweet Easter treat that is easy on the waistline

A sweet Easter treat that is easy on the waistline

Emma Brown

PRIDE AND JOY: According to Raine & Horne needing space to park your car can play a big part in deciding where to rent. Photo - Shutterstock.

How do you choose a rental?

The hosts of ABC TV's Escape From The City, from left, Jane Hall, Simon Marnie, Del Irani, Bryce Holdaway and Dean Ipaviz.

When city folk go house hunting in the regions: What the locals say

John Hanscombe

ON THE MARKET: A chance to own one of the Barossa's biggest olive groves, but also a solid brick federation-style home with elevated views.

On the market: One of Barossa's biggest olive groves

LOVE: The important point that should not be ignored is that, if we want to be loved, then we have to work on being loveable.

OPINIONLove is the thread that binds us together

Gary Bentley

BE SKEPTICAL: Travelling conmen target seniors for roofing scams. Often no work, or poor work is carried out and victims are fleeced of thousands of dollars.

Scamwatch: Beware of travelling conmen and roofing scams

Make an origami snowflake

Make an origami snowflake

Joanne Crawford

LOVE: The important point that should not be ignored is that, if we want to be loved, then we have to work on being loveable.

OPINIONLove is the thread that binds us together

RECOGNISED: Andrew Child was awarded the Australian Corrections Medal after being nominated by his peers. Photo: CORRECTIVE SERVICES NSW

Officer recognised in the Queen's Birthday Honours List

Kindness begins at home

Kindness begins at home

Gary Bentley

Wellington Rotary members, Jennifer Wykes, Liz Masters and Emily Falson, helped cook and serve the barbecue breakfast.

PHOTOSLocals celebrate Australia Day at Cameron Park | Gallery

Creative: Wellington's Casey Dargan (pictured) has become a viral sensation after taking part in the 'Bin Isolation Outing' Facebook group. Photos: Supplied.

COVID-19 lockdown results in creative way to keep entertained

Fashionista: Kate Lynch was named as the best dressed touch of green winner in the online Fashion on the Field competition. Photo: Supplied.

PHOTOSLove of racing shines online at Wellington Boot Fashions on the Field

Marcus and Jo Clarke

Throwback Thursday: October 2009 | Photos

Throwback Thursday: Wellington Anzac Day dawn service 2016 | Photos

Throwback Thursday: Wellington Anzac Day dawn service 2016 | Photos

Flashback Friday: June 1996 | Gallery

PHOTOSFlashback Friday: June 1996 | Gallery

Throwback Thursday: September 1997 | Photos

Throwback Thursday: September 1997 | Photos

Students say thanks to those special women helping to make a difference

Students say thanks to those special women helping to make a difference

Tamworth True founder Jody Ekert bought a new financial year diary to turn a new page. Photo: Gareth Gardner

REAL AUSTRALIAWant to cancel 2020 and start again? You can... sort of

How humans are putting sea turtles at risk

How humans are putting sea turtles at risk

Tony Fontes

Why 'I can't breathe' is about so much more than respiration

OPINIONWhy 'I can't breathe' is about so much more than respiration

Michelle Haines Thomas

NSW Seniors Festival: so much to celebrate

NSW Seniors Festival: so much to celebrate

LADY OF THE HOUSE: Miriam Margolyes as Aunt Prudence in Miss Fisher and the Crypt of Tears, in cinemas nationally from February 27.

Dear Prudence comes out to play for unstoppable Miriam

Geraldine Cardozo

TURNING THE PAGE: Rosie Craven is living with early stage Alzheimer's but is now able to enjoy hobbies such as reading again thanks to a new clinical trial.

Everything is Rosie thanks to new Alzheimer's drug trial

Rowan Cowley

Donovan Rodrigues is accused of importing drugs into Australia with his wife and another man.

Vic man refused bail over $1.2b drug haul

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An illustration of the 2019 Novel Coronavirus.

Latest snapshot of the coronavirus impact

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Adem Somyurek MP (R) has resigned from Labor, before the party could expel him.

Vic MP resigns over branch stacking claims

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A second Black Lives Matter protester has contracted coronavirus, one of 12 new cases in Melbourne.

Vic protester among 12 new COVID-19 cases

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From July, the limit on the number of people at indoor venues will be lifted in NSW.

Too soon to change quarantine: NSW premier

Dominica Sanda
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The NSW government has announced community sport competition can resume from July 1. Picture: Marina Neil

Why the return of sport could prove your motivation to move

Renee Valentine
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A Federal Court justice has overturned the deportation of a mother of five young children.

Mum of five won't be deported, court rules

Georgie Moore
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Three judges have not accepted an ACCC argument that "flushable" wipes have potential to cause harm.

ACCC loses appeal over 'flushable' wipes

Margaret Scheikowski
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Bill Weidner, 91, Bungowannah is proving age is no barrier to online bidding, purchasing stock through platform StockLive. Pictured at the Wodonga saleyards last year.

Online bidding at any age

Olivia Calver
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The first Sire Shootout judges have been announced.

Industry leaders to judge Sire Shootout

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Previously at RLX saleyards vendors and non-registered buyers could inspect cattle prior to the sale, but had to leave before the auction got underway. Now they are allowed to remain on site.

Vendors now allowed at RLX saleyards

Olivia Calver

FINGERTIP CONTROL: Technology is making life a little easier with the touch of a button.

Welcome to a world where loT ensures control of everything

Mathew Dickerson

Three rules to follow so you can nail your DIY bathroom

Three rules to follow so you can nail your DIY bathroom

Renovation sees Hamptons hit the bush

Renovation sees Hamptons hit the bush