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GRIM REALITY: Australia has now recorded more than 10,000 deaths with COVID-19 since the start of the pandemic. Picture: FILE

The average of 50 deaths per day would be equivalent to a passenger bus crashing and killing every passenger on board every single day.

Australia passed a grim COVID-19 milestone over the weekend

Nick Kyrgios has been summonsed to face a Canberra court. Picture: Getty Images

The tennis star has been summonsed to face a Canberra court next month on a common assault charge relating to ex-partner Chiara Passari.

Kyrgios charged with assaulting former girlfriend in Canberra

Robertson, home to Australia's sh--itest big thing; the Big Potato. Picture: file.

It's official, Australian's have voted and Robertson's Big Potato has been crowned as Australia's sh--test big thing.

It's official, the Big Potato is Australia's sh--test big thing

INSULTING: Bendigo Community Health Services (BCHS) executive leader and GP manager Graem Kelly said the Medicare rebate increase is out of touch with healthcare needs. Picture: BRENDAN MCCARTHY

"When you consider that, for example, an iceberg lettuce is now $9, a kilo of beans is $44 and fuel is well over $2 a litre - it is a bit insulting to our professional work."

GPs 65 cent Medicare rebate 'out of touch' as regional appointment waitlists skyrocket

"Dr Karl" with the keys to 28 Ramsay Street - which could be yours for the neighbours' finale. Picture: supplied

The stay will coincide with the airing of the Neighbours finale episode.

You can stay on Ramsay Street for the Neighbours finale

Homeowners are bracing for another rate hike by the RBA.

As it happened: RBA slugs households another 50 basis points

Photographer Mark Sundin trekked through the national park to take the exclusive pictures.

See the stricken bulk carrier being pulled to safety

Looking down at the turf farms around Wilberforce and Freemans Reach, in the Hawkesbury region, north west of Sydney, on Sunday, July 3. Picture: PolAir - NSW Police Force Aviation Command/Facebook

Harrowing images as the NSW floods crisis grows

Resilient: Hayley Linea moved to Camden with her children Poppy Hallack, 5, and Luke hallack, 8, earlier this year. Picture: Sylvia Liber

Roads cut off, hundreds of residents evacuated, businesses underwater - flood devastation has returned to south west Sydney.

Devastation returns in fourth flood of year

The Portland Bay is now anchored off Port Botany.

Attempts to tow bulk carrier out to sea fail amid extreme conditions

"We Were Just Little Boys" has been released this NAIDOC Week as an important contribution to truth telling.

'The bad place': Survivors release animated video of life in Kinchela Boys Home

Formerly of Cedar Grove, AK has journeyed to Ukraine to help the people of the war-torn country. Picture supplied.

A local man has taken it upon himself to help the people of Ukraine.

'Morally bound' to help: AK's mission to Ukraine

The Portland Bay is currently anchored off Garie Beach in NSW and its crew are stranded without power.

New video shows bulk carrier rescue attempt off Illawarra coast

SAVIOURS: Bendigo couple Scott Robbins and Kate Fuller were literally right in the path of a wayward NYC taxi cab that hit a cyclist and critically injured three pedestrians on June 20. Picture: DARREN HOWE 

The couple was enjoying a coffee and bagel at a Manhattan cafe moments before the accident.

Aussie couple save lives of pedestrians stuck in New York City cab crash

Going steady: Hugo the Galapagos tortoise and his new girlfriend, Estrella. Picture: The Australian Reptile Park

After years of searching for the one, the world's most famous tortoise - Hugo the Galapagos tortoise - has finally met his new girlfriend, Estrella.

Hugo the tortoise meets his match in Estrella

A trip to the outback provided a chance to tell an important story and learn more about the art of drone photography.

Stunning drone footage captures the beauty of outback NSW

The Windsor Bridge is submerged under floodwater from the swollen Hawkesbury River, in Windsor, north west of Sydney. Photo: AAP Image/Bianca De Marchi

See the devastating footage of floods impacting across NSW

Closer Eye: Neil Livingstone told DPI officers that beehive checking should be done 'every two to three weeks, keeping a much closer eye on it'. Picture: Simone De Peak 

'I kept on saying, gee a month's a long time.'

Bee parasite surveillance should have been 'more frequent'

The Portland Bay bulk carrier off Garie Beach. Picture: Surf Life Saving NSW

The Portland Bay is currently anchored off Garie Beach and its crew are stranded without power.

Watch as bulk carrier Portland Bay struggles offshore persist

The Darling is a critical artery of Australia's biggest river system. What happens here affects every Australian. The Forgotten River tells the story of the people trying to save it.

Discover Forgotten River, a podcast from our award-winning team

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Cardinal George Pell is due to be sentenced after being found guilty of child sexual abuse.

Chief Judge Peter Kidd has handed down his sentence after Cardinal George Pell was convicted for attacks on two choirboys in the 1990s.

George Pell sentenced to six years

STRONG: Beautiful toddler Penelope Dean is the sunshine of her mother Emily's life. The brave little girl has been treated for a rare tumour.

Most people know McHappy Day is all about a good cause. The Dean family had first-hand experience of how the charity supports children fighting serious illness.

How McHappy Day helps brave tots like Penelope

Take in the spectacular Great Ocean Road, the dramatic Grampians, and the fun and colour of Victoria's great goldrush rural cities on this amazing journey by rail and road.

Victoria's historic towns and iconic sights by train and luxury coach

TRAVEL IN STYLE: Discover the Arabian Peninsula in luxury with Emerald Cruises' Emerald Azzurra yacht. Photos: Supplied

In conjunction with Emerald Cruises, Australian Community Media and Explore are giving away this exciting opportunity.

Last chance to win a cruise - enter now

This $192 million tax-free jackpot offers one Aussie the chance to take out the title of 'Australia's biggest lotto win, ever'.

The Lottery Office gives Australians the opportunity to win from multi-million-dollar jackpot draws from across the globe.

Aussies' ticket to huge multi-million dollar jackpots

How Aussies can cash in on world's biggest lottery draws

Join The Senior Newspaper and Travelrite International on this island odyssey, taking in Honolulu, Kahului, Maui, Hilo, Knoa, Nawiliwili Kauai and the Napali coast.

A sun-kissed cruise of the islands of Hawaii

The results speak for themselves. Home and property values are soaring and you could benefit from this trend. Find out with a free appraisal of the value of your home.

Could you be a property millionaire?

Using her own experiences as a mum with a love of the outdoors, Tiffany Droge has created the ultimate family outing baby carrier. 

Ditch the pram and take bub with you on an adventure

Take control of your pregnancy journey

VIBRANT CULTURE: Dubai is one of the most multicultural cities in the world. Photos: Supplied

Imagine that dream holiday costing you absolutely nothing - well, that could be a possibility with our latest cruise competition.

Win a seven-night Arabian Peninsular cruise for two

AESTHETICALLY PLEASING: The Samsung Galaxy A53 5G is of sleek design and comes in two stunning colours, awesome blue and black. Photo: Supplied.

Samsung is an innovation leader in the mobile tech space and have converged a lot of said innovation into the budget friendly sector, opening a whole new universe of opportunities to budget conscious shoppers with the Samsung Galaxy A Series range.

Budget can still be boujee

BUSINESS HUB: Melbourne businesses have huge amounts of competition, and should implement a solid SEO strategy to stand out from the crowd. Photo: Supplied.

Most businesses are online these days with informative websites and engaging social media pages. But to really cut through the noise and gain a competitive edge in their industries, businesses need a solid SEO strategy.

Melbourne businesses need a competitive edge to cut through the noise

Join The Senior Newspaper and Travelrite International on an exploration tour of these southern islands, choosing from three departures, January 18 to 28, 2023, February 8 to 18, 2023 or March 8 to 18, 2023.

An island hopping tour way down south

Fairways | Golfing NW Vic, NSW and ACT

We'll be taking a closer look at just how Aussie graduates can prepare for this changing job industry, and better equip themselves to thrive in the digital age.

How graduates can prepare for employment in the digital age

Book now for the Fall Colours fully escorted cruise to the USA and Canada from October 7 to 26, 2022.

Enjoy the colours of New York and Canada in the autumn

Get inspired and read the latest edition of The Barrington Towns Visitor Guide here.

Be inspired and read the latest Barrington Towns Visitor Guide here

Read the latest edition of Mid North Coast Now here

An Australian highlight: A trip to the Flinders Ranges ticks all the boxes as it has some of Australia's most spectacular scenery and challenging terrain.

See the sights and experience the variety on this Discovery Tour of the very best South Australia has to offer.

The many highlights of South Australia

The launch of a NASA rocket from the Arnhem Space Centre has been delayed.

NASA rocket launch from NT base delayed

Nick Kyrgios will play a Wimbledon quarter-final with a court appearance pending back in Australia.

Kyrgios faces assault allegation in court

Thousands of people have been ordered or warned to evacuate as floods again hit NSW.

NSW north braces for floods amid warnings

Police have charged two women with grievous bodily harm for allegedly leaving a child on a bus.

Qld women charged over child left on bus

Benny Scott and his dog Frankie walked from Sydney to Darwin to raise awareness of addiction and mental health. Photo: supplied

"It's really hard to get a charity off the ground... what better way to do it than take my dog on a very long walk across the country."

Mission complete for Crescent Head born Benny Scott

South West Rocks Marlins dominated Comboyne Tigers on the weekend to win 68-4. Photo: South West Rocks Marlins

"I just wanted us to keep to our structure and that's how we ended up scoring a lot more points."

South West Rocks Marlins dominate Comboyne Tigers to win 68-4

Jodie Barsby holds the Torres-Strait Islander flag as she helps lead the march. Photo: Emily Walker

March and flag raising ceremony launch NAIDOC Week celebrations in Kempsey

"It just got away from us in the second half and we got a little bit tired."

Macleay Valley Rangers succumb to fatigue in 5-2 loss to Coffs United

David Chandler won the Dondingalong off-road challenge over the weekend.

"The weekend is just such a success story."

David Chandler wins Dondingalong off-road challenge

Kempsey Shire Council mayor Leo Hauville. Photo:supplied

Leo Hauville was accused of bullying council staff and fellow councillor Liz Campbell.

Kempsey mayor censured after bullying investigation

South West Rocks' Brooke Mugridge has been selected to represent Australia in gridiron. Photo: supplied

"I was very shocked, but I'm definitely excited and over the moon to have the opportunity to play for our country."

South West Rocks' Brooke Mugridge prepares for women's gridiron World Cup debut

Student watch didgeridoo performance at opening ceremony. Photo: Emily Walker

Frederickton Public School celebrates NAIDOC Week

"This rally is the culmination of a very long period of underpaying teachers which has resulted in teacher shortages."

'More than thanks': Mid North Coast teachers take part in joint strike

By-election candidates Noel Selby, Graeme Carrad and Dean Saul. Photo: Mardi Borg

The order of candidates on the ballot paper for the Kempsey Shire local government by-election has been decided.

Order of candidates on ballot paper confirmed for council by-election

Council secured $16 million in funding from the NSW Government's Fixing Country Bridges program. Photo: Kempsey Shire Council

Kempsey Shire Council has adopted its biggest-ever capital works budget

Kempsey Shire Council approves largest infrastructure budget

Macleay Valley Rangers lost 3-2 to Northern Storm on Saturday (June 25). Photo: Coastal Football League

"You've got to play for 90 minutes, not 50 minutes and that's where we're at."