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Tuesday 5 November 2024
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Creeks opener Myles Cook scores back to back centuries at Howe Park
Creeks opener Myles Cook celebrates his back-to-back centuries at Howe Park against PCH/Glendon. Picture supplied
Mark Bercini

Inspiring cultural leader named NT's Australian of the Year for 2025

The Northern Territory Australian of the Year for 2025 is Grant Ngulmiya Nundhirribala. Picture supplied by australianoftheyear.org.au

Ross Kerridge 'seriously concerned' by Newcastle Airport's debt scandal

Simon McCarthy
Lord Mayor Ross Kerridge says the revelations of Newcastle Airport's money troubles 'raises serious questions'.

Amy Scott, hero cop of Bondi horror, in line for Australian of the Year

Inspector Amy Scott speaks about her Valour Award at the Goulburn police academy in June. Picture by Louise Thrower.
Property
Sold sticker yet to go up on Lleyton and Bec Hewitt's luxury Gold Coast pad
Jade Lazarevic
Lleyton and Bec Hewitt are yet to find a buyer for their luxury home, The Palms, at Burleigh Heads. Picture supplied
Truck driver killed on the Central Coast
Simon McCarthy
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Private hospital opens new $15m cancer centre
The new Maitland Cancer Centre at Maitland Private Hospital. Picture supplied
Chloe Coleman
Weather experts have been right all along on climate change
Gregor Heard
Weather experts have been right all along on climate change

State championship win for St Joseph's Aberdeen U16s girls rugby league team

NSW State champions and winners of the inaugural NRL Schoolgirls Trophy the U16s girls rugby league team from St Joseph's Catholic College, Aberdeen. Picture supplied
Louise Nichols

Myles Cook and Cameron Saunders each amass impressive centuries

Mark Bercini
Creeks first grade opener Myles Cook picked up his fourth career century at the top level in the match against Valley/JPC at Howe Park. Picture supplied

Pee Wee national champion bullrider is Singleton's Sonny Heffernan

Louise Nichols
Sonny Heffernan receiving his winning PBR Can-Am Junior Academy Pee Wee division winning cheque. Picture supplied
Updated
Aberdare man burnt by mechanical explosion
Simon McCarthy
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Police
Driver killed after crashing into a tree at Cessnock
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Simon McCarthy
From Denman to joining idol Ellyse Perry in Sydney Sixers WBBL squad
Renee Valentine
Caoimhe Bray in action for the Sydney Sixers during the T20 Spring Challenge this month. Picture Getty

Singleton's Heffernan family describe bullriding as being 'in their blood'

Two times Australian PBR Champion Cody Heffernan is pleased to see the next generation of his family
Louise Nichols

Lachlan Richardson keen for points at this weekend's Tamworth PBR event

Newsroom
Gresford's Lachlan Richardson in action. Richardson heads to Tamworth in second place on the PBR Australian standings. Picture supplied
Exclusive

Albanese must not rush social media ban, human rights commissioner says

Eleanor Campbell
Anthony Albanese wrote to state and territory leaders in October to ask for input on a legislated social media age limit. Picture by Elesa Kurtz
Muswellbrook's earthquake declared 'not a natural disaster'
Newsroom
Cleaning up after Muswellbrook was shaken by an earthquake on Friday, August 23, that preceded aftershocks over the weekend. Picture by Peter Lorimer
Hunter Valley Water Users meeting to discuss water pricing and metering
Hear the latest about regulated water use in the Hunter region.
Louise Nichols
Slow Food Singleton's Crop Swap debut at the library a great success
Louise Nichols
George Garrett at the inaugural Slow Food Singleton Crop Swap. Picture supplied

As it happened: Melbourne Cup 2024 fashion, fun and a photo finish

Acm Newsroom
A racegoer on arrival to the Melbourne Cup Day in 2023. The 2024 Lexis Melbourne Cup. Picture by AAP Image/Con Chronis/Joel Carrett

RBA leaves interest rates on hold, dashing Aussie hopes for Christmas

Ayden Dawkins
Reserve Bank of Australia governor Michele Bullock appears before the House Economics Committee on Friday 9 February 2024. Picture by Sitthixay Ditthavong

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National

Fascinators to miniskirts: the evolution of Melbourne Cup fashions

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Popular fashion on the field has changed over the decades. File pictures
Staff Reporters

Stars pay tribute to 'King' Quincy Jones

US musician, composer, producer and songwriter Quincy Jones died in Los Angeles. Photo: EPA PHOTO

'Alarming': Posties' plea after dog attacks leave puncture wounds

Carla Mascarenhas
A Postie delivers a letter, an aggressive dog, and an injury sustained by a Postie. Pictures supplied by Australia Post

John Farnham in rare public appearance at Coldplay concert

Anna Houlahan
Rob Farnham, John Farnham, Jillian Billman and James Farnham (from left to right) attending a Coldplay concert in Melbourne on November 3. Picture Instagram
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'Reckless and cowardly': bikies wanted over high-speed freeway intimidation

Anna Houlahan
'Reckless and cowardly': bikies wanted over high-speed freeway intimidation

Sport

Creeks opener Myles Cook scores back to back centuries at Howe Park

Creeks opener Myles Cook celebrates his back-to-back centuries at Howe Park against PCH/Glendon. Picture supplied
Mark Bercini

All in readiness for the MNC Cup

Michael Cowley
Its going to be a big night next Wednesday at Taree for the inaugural running of the Mid North Coast Cup. Picture supplied

A different four legged winner for Mick Boots

Denice Warren with Gold Force. Picture supplied

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Sold sticker yet to go up on Lleyton and Bec Hewitt's luxury Gold Coast pad
Property
Lleyton and Bec Hewitt are yet to find a buyer for their luxury home, The Palms, at Burleigh Heads. Picture supplied
Jade Lazarevic
Property
RBA keeps rates on hold for November as experts predict when a cut could come
Jen Melocco
RBA Governor Michele Bullock announced that the cash rate would be kept on hold for November. Pic:Sitthixay Ditthavong
Melbourne Cup winning jockey Pat Hyland lists Nar Nar Goon North farm
January Jones
The iconic estate has a price guide of $11 to $12 million. Pic: Supplied.

From rundown to luxe beauty: Brisbane stunner attracts big bucks at auction

Property
Bidding for the stunning architecturally-designed home, which also features a swimming pool and a half basketball court opened at $3.6 million. Pic: Supplied
Rachel Wells
Property

'Buyers hard to find': early auction clearance rates fall to lowest this year

Rachel Wells
The Queen Anne-style Federation home in a sought-after street has sold under the hammer for $7.1 million. Pic: Supplied

Dive right in: The search for Australia's best pool for 2024 is on

January Jones
Entrant for best fibreglass pool. Pic: Aqua Technics Pools.

What's On

Family behind Boydell's has success in its sites
Dan and Jane Maroulis somehow manage to run a vineyard, cellar door and restaurant, as well as breed cattle, all while raising four girls.
Rick Allen
'A bit self-regarding': An interview with Tim Minchin's biggest critic
Victoria Lee
Composer/musician/actor/writer/man of many hats Tim Minchin, and his first non-fiction book. Pictures supplied
Opinion
What is 'dynamic pricing' for concert tickets? And is it here to stay?
Ben Green, Sam Whiting
Green Day are giving fans the time of their lives. For a hefty price. Picture Shutterstock

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Transforming the Hunter: Your net zero questions answered

Local experts supporting the net zero transformation: Ben Moore, Professor Behdad Moghtaderi, Isabel Toasa, Dr Simin Moradmand and John Purcell. Picture supplied

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Community

Slow Food Singleton's Crop Swap debut at the library a great success

George Garrett at the inaugural Slow Food Singleton Crop Swap. Picture supplied
Louise Nichols

Junkyard Beats a hit with Muswellbrook Public School students

Newsroom
More than twenty Muswellbrook Public School students enjoyed the amazing Junkyard Beats musical education and sustainability program via a pilot with Learning for Good (LFG).

Singleton Library to host its first Crop Swap this Saturday morning

Newsroom
Slow Food Singleton volunteers, Singleton Council staff and crop swappers at Singleton Public Library

Photos and Video

Presidential toss-up: A guide to US election day in Australia
After a long campaign, it's up to Americans to have the final say between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris. PIcture by Shutterstock
Adrian Beaumont
Melbourne Cup finishing order: Knight's Choice wins in historic race
Caden Helmers
Robbie Dolan and Knight's Choice won the Melbourne Cup. Picture Getty Images
RBA leaves interest rates on hold, dashing Aussie hopes for Christmas
Ayden Dawkins
Reserve Bank of Australia governor Michele Bullock appears before the House Economics Committee on Friday 9 February 2024. Picture by Sitthixay Ditthavong

Comment

Never thought I'd say this but don't send your kids to uni next year

Opinion
A student attends a university class. Picture Shutterstock
Jenna Price
Opinion

This week could see the demise of two monsters

Crispin Hull
This week could bring the demise of two monsters, Donald Trump and, inset, Rupert Murdoch. Pictures Getty Images, Shutterstock
Opinion

Major political parties' perceived neglect of regional and rural Australia

Zoë Wundenberg
Liberals MP Sussan Ley. Picture by Mark Jesser
Cutting HECS debts especially helps Gen Z. But it's a win for everyone
Opinion
Helping Gen Z with HECS will help us all in the long run. Picture by Peter Lorimer
Daniel Cash
Real Australia
If Australian wines are so special, why can't I find them on the menu?
Kate Cox
A group cheers glasses in a winery. Picture by NSW Wine
Opinion
On the right track for a busy day's work in the big smoke
John Hanscombe
There is a simple pleasure from watching the world go by through a train window. Picture by Anna Warr
Opinion
Cervical cancer is almost totally preventable. But more work must be done
Sania Nishta, Helen Evans
Australia has a proud legacy in helping end the spread of cervical cancer. Picture Shutterstock

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Stargazing, comic expos: How Aussies are using travel to find connection

People gather for a total solar eclipse at a viewing site 24km from Exmouth, Western Australia, on April 20, 2023. Picture by AAP Image/Aaron Bunch
Sarah Falson
Travel Insider

The amazing Phillip Island experiences most visitors don't know about

Akash Arora
The amazing Phillip Island experiences most visitors don't know about
Hungry Traveller

Want to eat and drink like a local in Hawaii? Simply follow this guide

Kristie Kellahan
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What is 'Bali belly' and how can I lessen my family's risk of getting it?
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Explore one of the most magnificent parts of Alaska as part of this cruise
Explore one of the most magnificent parts of Alaska as part of this cruise
Secret Victoria: Experience a slice of Italy right here in Australia
Susan Skelly
Secret Victoria: Experience a slice of Italy right here in Australia

7 superb Aussie stays named among the world's 100 most incredible hotels

Sarah Falson
Lizard Island Resort. Picture by Elise Hassey
Hotel Review

Hotel review: The surprising pleasure of rekindling a forgotten flame

Kate Cox
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The Senior
What happened to the hippie hair? Celebrity scientist Dr Karl reveals all
Then and now. From a physicist at the Port Kemnla Steelworks to 'drug-crazed hippie', Dr Karl Kruszelnicki has become one of Australia's most recognizable scientists. Picture by Mel Koutchavlis
Eileen Wood
Having a ball: Why Masters athletes feel 12 years younger
Competing in Masters sports helps seniors feel younger.
Rowan Cowley
Jan Sullivan (front row, second from left) with teammates at the Australian Masters Games in Tasmania. Picture supplied
Commonwealth Ombudsman ranks aged care star ratings a fail
Eileen Wood
Commonwealth Ombudsman Iain Anderson. Picture from website.

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The Land
Harvest season revs up: Share your best shots to be featured in The Land
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The Penberthy family are well underway at Lochearn, Bellata. Picture by Elka Devney
Elka Devney • 14m ago
Maitland cows with calves surge to $3900 top at spring female sale
Karen Bailey • 24m ago
Agent Michael Easey with Riley Kirkwood, Branxton, who bought PTIC Angus/Limousin heifers for $1850 a head at Maitland on Saturday. Picture supplied by Bowe and Lidbury.
Volume buyers secure large drafts of rams at Pinewalla ram sale
Helen de Costa • 1hr ago
The top-priced ram with Lindsay Picker, Binda, Daniel Tarlinton, Elders Crookwell and Jack Hogan, Elders Goulburn. Picture supplied.

Two years on and $1M: The lawyer who took on Molong's fight post floods

Emily Middleton • 2hrs ago
Kirsty Evans described the situation as "unjust" and "unfair". Picture by Emily Middleton

Morven working to address acidity at depth

Alexandra Bernard
Jason Condon, CSU, Rick Hayes, DPIRD, Rebecca Haling, CSIRO, and Nick McGrath, Holbrook Landcare Network, at the Morven acid soils program trial site. Photo by Alexandra Bernard.

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Life & Style

RBA leaves interest rates on hold, dashing Aussie hopes for Christmas

Reserve Bank of Australia governor Michele Bullock appears before the House Economics Committee on Friday 9 February 2024. Picture by Sitthixay Ditthavong
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Tips on making sure you have a super fund that fits you best

Ali and Gaby Rosenberg
Stay on top of how your super is being invested. Image Shutterstock

Everything you need to know about Black Friday: Early deals, strategies and pitfalls to avoid

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World

Trump, Harris make final pitch on eve of historic vote
Both Kamala Harris and Donald Trump predicted victory in their final pitches to US election voters. Photo: AP PHOTO
Steve Holland and Nandita Bose • 20m ago
S Korea fines Meta $A23.7m over collection of user data
45m ago
Meta failed to prevent data on about 10 South Koreans from being leaked by hackers, a watchdog says. Photo: AP PHOTO
Boeing factory workers vote to end 53-day strike
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Boeing workers have voted to accept the aviation giant's latest pay offer and end their strike. Photo: AP PHOTO