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Imagine Bendigo's population being hospitalised on the same day

DIGESTImagine Bendigo's population being hospitalised on the same day

A word of warning before celebrating 'biological jujitsu'

DIGESTA word of warning before celebrating 'biological jujitsu'

Have you heard the latest? Photo: file

DIGESTThe pollies are teasing us again

New Victorian coronavirus rule changes to be announced this weekend

New Victorian coronavirus rule changes to be announced this weekend

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DIGESTTell mum you'll be home for Christmas

Kim Chappell

An unedifying diplomatic pile-on

DIGESTAn unedifying diplomatic pile-on

Janine Graham

A passenger from a repatriation flight from Singapore makes her way to a bus to hotel quarantine after landing at Canberra airport. Picture: Sitthixay Ditthavong

EXPLAINERWill we see stranded Aussies at home for Christmas?

Steve Evans

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OPINIONCOVID-19 cases decrease as weather heats up

Jasper Lindell

SPONSORSHIP: Ewan Moody, Greg Morrissey, Jack Milne and Jack's father Stuart after the boys were presented with cheques for $250. Photo: Jenny Kingham.

Parkes junior rep cricket stars given financial assistance

TIGHT GAME: Zac Bayliss bowls to Brent Tucker with Jock Yelland at the non-strikers end. Umpire is Trevor (Wal) Chatman. Photo: Jenny Kingham.

Around the wickets: Double centurions in bumper weekend

Kristy Williams

READY FOR A WIN: The Malcolm Hutchings trained Soldtoyousir will be looking to break her maiden in Col Fletcher Ford Maiden Pace. Hutchings has three runners on Sunday. Photo: Kristy Williams.

Feature heat headlines this Sunday's Parkes harness meeting

Kristy Williams

SPONSORSHIP: Ewan Moody, Greg Morrissey, Jack Milne and Jack's father Stuart after the boys were presented with cheques for $250. Photo: Jenny Kingham.

Parkes junior rep cricket stars given financial assistance

MORE OPPORTUNITIES FOR JUNIORS: Bayden Moran passes the ball for the Parkes Spacemen in their semi final against the Forbes Magpies. The two sides both had very successful seasons in the Maas Group Western under 18's Youth League in 2020. Photo: Nick Guthrie.

Revamped competition could see juniors on-field more often in 2021

Daniel Shirkie

ALL IN: Blake Parker, Michael Thomas and Jack Murray didn't hesitate putting their names down for the the 72-hole Longest Day Golf Challenge on Saturday. Photo: Jenny Kingham

Railway's Ps quartet take out fours final | Around the grounds

"The brass in the piano actually started to melt. That's how hot it got", Torrington resident Richard Cork lost a property to fire on November 8, 2019. PHOTO: Andrew Messenger

LISTENWhen these wilderness escapes became death traps

"The brass in the piano actually started to melt. That's how hot it got", Torrington resident Richard Cork lost a property to fire on November 8, 2019. PHOTO: Andrew Messenger

LISTENWhen these wilderness escapes became death traps

Rick and Carolyn Lean lost their son to suicide two years ago after a long battle with addiction and mental health issues. Photo: Kellsey Galea

LISTENHow one city is trying to tackle its drug problem from within

Rick and Carolyn Lean lost their son to suicide two years ago after a long battle with addiction and mental health issues. Photo: Kellsey Galea

LISTENHow one city is trying to tackle its drug problem from within

The Drip Gorge, near Mudgee. PHOTO: Mudgee District Environment Group

LISTENMeet the women fighting for The Drip

The Drip Gorge, near Mudgee. PHOTO: Mudgee District Environment Group

LISTENMeet the women fighting for The Drip

Small-ship cruise gets green light for Tasmania

Small-ship cruise gets green light for Tasmania

Explore Travel

Australia is mostly open internally, so now's the time to head out on your next adventure. Picture: Shutterstock

Travel advice: the latest on border closures

Explore Travel

A weekend getaway in beautiful Hobart is just what the doctor ordered.

Whitsunday sailing, cut-price Darwin: this week's best travel deals

Explore Travel

CANCELLED: The iconic Parkes Elvis Festival will not take place in 2021, but will return from January 5-9 in 2022. Photo: Submitted

CANCELLED: No hip-swivelling at the Parkes Elvis Festival in 2021

CANCELLED: The iconic Parkes Elvis Festival will not take place in 2021, but will return from January 5-9 in 2022. Photo: Submitted

CANCELLED: No hip-swivelling at the Parkes Elvis Festival in 2021

The Parkes Shire Council is seeking feedback from the community about whether the 2021 Elvis Festival should proceed. Residents can vote online or in person.

Feedback on 2021 Elvis Festival sought from community

The Parkes Shire Council is seeking feedback from the community about whether the 2021 Elvis Festival should proceed. Residents can vote online or in person.

Feedback on 2021 Elvis Festival sought from community

LONG-SERVING: Cr Ken McGrath has been a volunteer at the Parkes Elvis Festival for as long as it's been running and believes the 2021 event should be cancelled. Photo: Christine Little

'Stick to what we do best' - councillor prefers festival to be cancelled over date change

LONG-SERVING: Cr Ken McGrath has been a volunteer at the Parkes Elvis Festival for as long as it's been running and believes the 2021 event should be cancelled. Photo: Christine Little

'Stick to what we do best' - councillor prefers festival to be cancelled over date change

BUSY TIME OF YEAR: This time last year volunteers at the Parkes Uniting Church Hall collected and bundled gift packs for 256 children from 106 families. Photo: Christine Little

WHAT'S ONCommunity groups come together again to give to those in need this Christmas

Christine Little

FLYING SOON: Up to two Royal Australian Air Force F-35A Lightning II jet fighter aircraft from the No. 2 Operational Conversion Unit will conduct low-level flying over Central West very shortly.

Jet fighters will fly low over region today

Christine Little

THRILL: There may have been no Parkes Shire shows this year because of COVID-19 but just in time before the end of the year, there will be a Spring Family Carnival this weekend. Photo: Christine Little

WHAT'S ONCarnival coming to town this weekend to help end 2020 on a high

BUSY TIME OF YEAR: This time last year volunteers at the Parkes Uniting Church Hall collected and bundled gift packs for 256 children from 106 families. Photo: Christine Little

WHAT'S ONCommunity groups come together again to give to those in need this Christmas

THANK YOU FOR THE MUSIC: Unfortunately there will be no Dancing Queens heading to Trundle in the Parkes Shire again this year because of Covid-19.

Covid has changed The Name of The Game: ABBA Festival cancelled again

Kristy Williams

EAGER TO LEARN: Learner driver Jordan Moody getting ready for her driving lesson. Photo: Submitted

WHAT'S ONPopular and beneficial online learner driver workshop on again

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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Future outlook: Australian ag leaders share insights on the challenges and opportunities ahead

Future outlook: Australian ag leaders share insights on the challenges and opportunities ahead

Aussie cricket great calls on fellow farmers to get skin checked regularly

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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

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

The mighty Murray cruise

The mighty Murray cruise

Emma Brown

BE EXTRA VIGILANT: Swim Safety Ambassador Laurie Lawrence is calling on pool owners to be more diligent. Photo - supplied.

Don't forget safe gates save lives

BE EXTRA VIGILANT: Swim Safety Ambassador Laurie Lawrence is calling on pool owners to be more diligent. Photo - supplied.

Don't forget safe gates save lives

POSTIVE OUTLOOK: 2021 is set to be a strong year of capital growth in Australian property according to Doron Peleg of RiskWise Property Research. Photo - Shutterstock.

The housing market landscape has shifted quickly

POSTIVE OUTLOOK: 2021 is set to be a strong year of capital growth in Australian property according to Doron Peleg of RiskWise Property Research. Photo - Shutterstock.

The housing market landscape has shifted quickly

SELLING FAST: The average Victorian home is spending just 33 days on the market according to the latest figures from the Real Estate Institute of Victoria. Photo - Shutterstock.

Optimism returns to Victoria

Ruth Lewis

COMPROMISE: According to new research, almost half (45%) of Australians say they settled for something other than their perfect home, with the most common compromises including location, home size and price. Photo - Shutterstock.

The highs and lows for Australian house hunters

A dynamic not been seen for years

A dynamic not been seen for years

BUSY TIME OF YEAR: This time last year volunteers at the Parkes Uniting Church Hall collected and bundled gift packs for 256 children from 106 families. Photo: Christine Little

WHAT'S ONCommunity groups come together again to give to those in need this Christmas

Christine Little

Flashback Friday - December 2010 | Gallery 1

PHOTOSFlashback Friday - December 2010 | Gallery 1

Christine Little

PURE PASSION: Erik Lensson's passion for motorbikes truly sparked in 1976 when he took his sister's for a ride. His latest addition is this 2019 Indian FTR 1200. Photo: Jeff McClurg

Erik's passion for motorbikes began in 1976 and he hasn't looked back

Jeff McClurg

BUSY TIME OF YEAR: This time last year volunteers at the Parkes Uniting Church Hall collected and bundled gift packs for 256 children from 106 families. Photo: Christine Little

WHAT'S ONCommunity groups come together again to give to those in need this Christmas

MOVEMBER: (from left, clockwise) Jack Murray, Jason Lowe, Josh Miles, Ben Ryan and Cooper Byrnes with their mo's.

Parkes Boars do their bit for Movember

Kristy Williams

Some of the Landcare Seed Collection Workshop participants.

Seed collection success: Looking at Landcare

Marg Applebee

Flashback Friday - December 2010 | Gallery 1

PHOTOSFlashback Friday - December 2010 | Gallery 1

INNOVATIVE: Described as a seriously clever solution to a complex problem, Midland Industries in Parkes have designed and will be building 42 trailers to carry 63 tonnes of concrete per load through the Snowy Mountains. Photo: Submitted

Parkes business behind innovative design for Snowy 2.0 that's 'never been done before'

ONLINE CONCERT: Parkes Shire Concert Band members. Video grab: YouTube

Parkes win in NSW Band Championships category

GOOD CAUSE: Peter Magill, event organiser Troy Thomson and David Stevenson were over the moon to raise nearly $10,000 for the Cancer Council.

PHOTOSTen golfers brave heat to play 72 holes in one day and raise thousands for charity

Flashback Friday - November 2010 | Gallery 4

PHOTOSFlashback Friday - November 2010 | Gallery 4

Christine Little

Flashback Friday - November 2010 | Gallery 3

PHOTOSFlashback Friday - November 2010 | Gallery 3

Christine Little

Flashback Friday - November 2010 | Gallery 2

PHOTOSFlashback Friday - November 2010 | Gallery 2

Christine Little

Speck at Day Street Police Station after a long adventure. Picture: NSW Police.

'Quite the adventure': Yass dog coming home after a 300km journey

Julia Kanapathippillai

HAPPY BIRTHDAY: Parkes councillors Pat Smith, Alan Ward, Mayor Ken Keith OAM and Deputy Mayor Barbara Newton and general manager Kent Boyd cutting the birthday cake. Photo: Submitted

Mayor urges residents to shop local following challenging year

Cr Ken Keith OAM

Imagine Bendigo's population being hospitalised on the same day

DIGESTImagine Bendigo's population being hospitalised on the same day

Janine Graham

Washpool, SA, cropper Shawn Cadzow out harvesting barley when the lockdown was announced.

REAL AUSTRALIAAg: the definition of resilience

Elizabeth Anderson

LISTEN TO THIS: The winning project holds promise for those who have suffered hearing loss as a result of ageing, among other possible factors.

Hearing loss treatment crowned winner

ONLINE CHECK: There are many charities that deserve your donation this Christmas. But before giving, do a quick check on the ACNC website's Charity Register.

How to avoid charity scams this Christmas

Geraldine Cardozo

Ethicist calls for sexbots for elderly

Ethicist calls for sexbots for elderly

Heidi Strbak has had her new sentence for the manslaughter of her four-year-old son suspended.

Convicted Qld child killer to walk free

WIDE OPEN ROAD: Lake Macquarie City Council confirmed on Friday that the Hunter Joint Planning Panel had approved Costco's Cockle Creek plan.

First regional NSW Costco gets approval

A Toyota HiLux. Photo: Shutterstock

Thousands of Toyota HiLux utes to be recalled

Emergency Services Minister Mark Ryan is trusting experts to make the right calls on Fraser Island.

Water bombers slow Fraser Island bushfire

An inmate who escaped a prison near Bathurst on Friday is being hunted by NSW police.

Escaped inmate on the run near Bathurst

Tiffanie Turnbull

KEEP ON TRUCKING: The road transport sector is gearing up for major growth despite an aging workforce and a shortage of drivers.

Want to drive a big truck? There's a driver shortage looming

Vernon Graham

A Sydney quarantine hotel cleaner is likely to have contracted COVID-19 at work.

Latest snapshot of the coronavirus impact

Joseph McDonald, 23, has pleaded guilty to murdering his seven-week-old son.

Dad hid in horse shed after killing baby

Gus McCubbing

Bruce Whitsed, Nariel Valley with his pen of 35 Angus weaner steers weighing 348kg sold for $1810.

Grown steers at Corryong top at $2080

Stephen Burns

Nicholas Rogers, Guyra, calls for one more bid as Thomas McGregor, Goulburn, scans the crowd.

NSW agents polish their auction skills | Photos

Karen Bailey

Nicholas Rogers, Guyra, calls for one more bid as Thomas McGregor, Goulburn, scans the crowd.

NSW agents polish their auction skills | Photos

Karen Bailey

Perennial nasturtiums just keep on giving - you can eat the leaves, flower and tubers. Pictures: Hannah Moloney and Shutterstock.

The treasures of perennial nasturtiums

Hannah Moloney

A fruit picking robot named Clive (this is not a picture of Clive) is getting to work this year. Picture: Shutterstock.

OPINIONRobots may be the answer to backpacker fruit-picker shortage

Mathew Dickerson

The Australian retirement income system languishes in the government too-hard basket. Picture: Shutterstock.

Retirement income systems languish in the too-hard basket

Noel Whittaker