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Prime Minister Scott Morrison will meet again with national cabinet today. Picture: Chris Doheny

Australia poised for COVID-19 vaccine revamp as national cabinet meets

Victorian chief health officer Brett Sutton has received his first dose of the AstraZeneca vaccine.

Pfizer jabs could be made in Melbourne

Health Minister Greg Hunt has defended the pace of the vaccine rollout in disability care homes. Picture: Dion Georgopoulos

'Gobsmacked': Anger over disability care vaccine rollout

People react to the verdict of the Derek Chauvin trial in Brooklyn. Photo by Spencer Platt/Getty Images

DIGESTNext step for US after Chauvin verdict

Health Minister Greg Hunt asserted it had always been the plan to vaccinate people with disabilities and aged care residents in stages. Picture: Getty Images

Hunt defends disability care vaccine rollout

Dan Jervis-Bardy

Acting Victorian Premier James Merlino. Picture: Getty Images

mRNA all the way: PM flags support for domestic vaccine production

Karen Barlow

Health Minister Greg Hunt said there a "strong uptake" of the vaccine from the over-50s cohort. Picture: Sitthixay Ditthavong

Vaccine rollout recalibrated, but still no target for vulnerable groups

Harley Dennett

Aus Post ban a blow to regional producers

DIGESTAus Post ban a blow to regional producers

HERITAGE ON SHOW: Wellington product Brent Naden helped design the Penrith Panthers' Indigenous jersey for this weekend. Photo: PENRITH PANTHERS

Indigenous round recognition reflects changing society: Williams

Nick Guthrie

LEADING: Brent Naden scored a try and was strong throughout on Thursday. Photo: PENRITH PANTHERS

Rotation could be the role for Naden after try-scoring return

Nick Guthrie

RETURN TO ACTION: Keiran Brien is one of only a handful of Wellington premiership winners back at the Redbacks this season. Photo: SIMONE McMANUS

'It's fierce': Rebuild won't stop feeling in latest derby battle

Nick Guthrie

HERITAGE ON SHOW: Wellington product Brent Naden helped design the Penrith Panthers' Indigenous jersey for this weekend. Photo: PENRITH PANTHERS

Indigenous round recognition reflects changing society: Williams

BLUE CLUES: Kotoni Staggs has been given a big representative chances boost. PHOTO: BRISBANE BRONCOS.

Staggs firming as favourite to make Origin debut in 2020

Daniel Shirkie

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

Community solar farms empowering small towns

LISTENCommunity solar farms empowering small towns

Community solar farms empowering small towns

LISTENCommunity solar farms empowering small towns

Latarnie McDonald and Rodney Carter are trying to make kangaroo grass a viable crop. Picture: Tom Melville

LISTENWould you eat Kangaroo Grass bread?

Latarnie McDonald and Rodney Carter are trying to make kangaroo grass a viable crop. Picture: Tom Melville

LISTENWould you eat Kangaroo Grass bread?

Peter Hayes has been auctioneer and lessee of the Beaudesert pig and calf saleyard for 19 years. Picture: Larraine Sathicq

LISTENThe story of one town's fight to retain its heritage

Peter Hayes has been auctioneer and lessee of the Beaudesert pig and calf saleyard for 19 years. Picture: Larraine Sathicq

LISTENThe story of one town's fight to retain its heritage

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

Outback tour will have you travelling again

Outback tour will have you travelling again

Emma Brown

Discovering the beauty of Regional NSW

Discovering the beauty of Regional NSW

Harness the power of word of mouth

Harness the power of word of mouth

Emma Brown

Outback tour will have you travelling again

Outback tour will have you travelling again

See Floriade in all its glory in Canberra on this Travelrite/The Senior escorted tour with Maureen and Paul Lucas. Photo: Paul Lucas

Join a September tour of some of Australia's best gardens in NSW and the ACT

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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TIME TO RELAX: Matthew and Eloise Collins in the lounge area with the fireplace that helped inspire them.

A grand design - on a budget

TIME TO RELAX: Matthew and Eloise Collins in the lounge area with the fireplace that helped inspire them.

A grand design - on a budget

TOP OF THE CHART: The Whitsundays has taken first place in the PRD Stand Out Regions report. Photo - Shutterstock, Tanya Puntti.

The top ten stand out places for property in Australia

TOP OF THE CHART: The Whitsundays has taken first place in the PRD Stand Out Regions report. Photo - Shutterstock, Tanya Puntti.

The top ten stand out places for property in Australia

AFTER THE STORM: Those impacted by floods should talk to their property manager or landlord and insurance company as soon as possible. Photo - Shutterstock.

Help for those impacted by floods

VACANCIES: According to SQM Research there are now less vacancies at the national level compared to January 2020 just prior to the first outbreak of Covid-19 in Australia. Photo - Shutterstock.

The worst is over for landlords as vacancies fall

CONSIDERATIONS: Property investment isn't for everyone. If you are considering investing in property, it is essential to weigh up the pros and cons. Photo - Shutterstock.

The pros and cons of property investing

Scamwatch: Scammers phishing for data

Scamwatch: Scammers phishing for data

BOXED IN: Cats are pedantic about their ablutions and the location and cleanliness of their tray.

Illness or stress? Solving the mystery of your peeing puss

Dr Anne Quain

SKILLS: Skillset's Amanda Ferguson with St John's College Dubbo students Charlize Mulholland, Amoya Guigley, Jorja Edwards, Zarli Hocking, Mia Johnston, Destyn Olsen, Lily Jones and Jasmyn Chapman. Photo: CONTRIBUTED

Increased push for school-based apprenticeships targets skills shortage

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Scamwatch: Scammers phishing for data

Scamwatch: Scammers phishing for data

HUGE HONOUR FOR FAMILY: In 2019 Donald Chisholm was appointed Parkes Rotary Club president at the annual Changeover dinner. He has now been named in the Australia Day honours list. Photo: Supplied.

OAM honour for Former Director of Maranatha House

Kristy Williams

GIVING BACK: Paul Tuckerman says his work in the community is an integral part of his life. Picture: Adam McLean

'We have a responsibility to act': Thirroul resident reflects on decades of contribution

Natalie Croxon

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

Adam Mitchell with Kellsey Melhuish

Throwback Thursday: 2014 Mt Arthur Challenge | Gallery

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

Landcare and you: working together to safeguard the future

OPINIONLandcare and you: working together to safeguard the future

Dr Patrick O'Connor

Evidence is emerging that MDMA-assisted therapy is beneficial in addressing treatment-resistant PTSD. Picture: Shutterstock

OPINION'Illicit drugs' and mental health treatment: all we are asking for is hope

Annie Mason

Prime Minister Scott Morrison with Veterans' Affairs Minister Darren Chester announcing the royal commission into veteran suicide. Picture: Getty Images

OPINIONHere's why we needed yet another royal commission

John Warhurst

GREEN IS GOOD: Tony Kanellos has plenty of priceless childhood memories of times spent in his family backyard.

A time when the grass was greener

Rowan Cowley

Enjoy meeting and serving travellers at the William Creek Hotel. Photo: South Australian Tourism Commission.

Fancy a working holiday?

Sue Preston

Cafes and shops in Kings Cross, Sydney, 1933. Photo: National Library of Australia.

Fun and frolics up at the Cross

John Piggott

Marise Payne has cancelled two agreements related to Victoria's Belt and Road deal with China.

Vic Belt and Road deal with China torn up

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Australia has offered to help with the search for an Indonesian submarine lost with 53 on board.

Australia offers help in submarine search

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APRA has issued guidance to banks, insurers and super trustees on climate change financial risks.

Bank watchdog gives guide on climate risk

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Thermal spotter reveals mice reality

Thermal spotter reveals mice reality

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Brisbane couple Kate Leadbetter and Matt Field died after being hit by a car driven by a youth.

New youth justice laws to pass in Qld

Marty Silk
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Australian wine products will be able to compete on a level playing field with local drops in Canada

Canada drops wine beef with Australia

Matt Coughlan
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The AFP says a syndicate has fraudulently claimed more than $10 million since 2017 in NDIS funding.

Sydney syndicate arrested over NDIS fraud

2hrs ago

Senior Constable Kevin King was one of four officers killed in the horror Melbourne freeway crash.

Police, families mark Vic freeway tragedy

Callum Godde and Benita Kolovos
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PROTECTING THE FUTURE: A building material used in homes is being trialled as a way to protect culturally-significant trees.

Housing insulation being trialled as a way to protect scar trees

Bryce Eishold
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Harry Waters, Elders Gundagai, with Hereford yearling steers sold at Wagga Wagga's prime sale on Monday. Restocker steers made 480c/kg to 600c/kg. Photo: Declan Haines

It's the final countdown

Olivia Calver

Peter Stewart of Huntworth Stud in the Southern Highlands with his Capitalist colt from Glistening Light which will be offered at the Inglis May Yearling Sale on Sunday May 2. Photo by Virginia Harvey

Scone Hunter to Sydney

Virginia Harvey

Rosemary is well renowned as the herb for remembrance. Picture: Shutterstock.

Rosemary: a herb of remembrance that thrives on neglect

John Gabriele
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FS8 is the new fitness concept from F45 Training. It takes moves from eight different traditional disciplines for a holistic, fully functional, full-body workout. Picture: Supplied

FS8: it's wellness with a whole lot of 'hell yes'

Amy Cooper
2hrs ago

Building a reasonable PC for sim racing on a console budget

Sam Hollier