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ON TRACK: Corryong-born and Riverina-raised country music legend Lee Kernaghan is the focus on a new film Boy From The Bush, a documentary meets road movie, which is out in cinemas nationwide on Thursday.

Lee Kernaghan's new documentary road movie delves into the hitmaker's storied career

Boy From The Bush lights up the silver screen

LONG-COVID: Surveys of COVID-19 patients around the world indicate a stronger link between some genetic precursors and long-COVID development. Picture: FILE

Preliminary surveys suggest there are a few indicators of whether you might develop long-COVID.

Who's most likely to end up getting long-COVID symptoms?

A scene from The Conference. Picture: Supplied

The banality of evil is made chillingly contemporary.

Subtle, painstaking and precise

Totes AUKUS. America has been some friend to Australia with its Taiwan intervention.

Rage against reason: Rippling effect of US decline leaves Australia exposed

Capturing a journey: Jason van Genderen and his mum, Hendrika, featuring in Everybody's Oma, screening Thursday, Saturday and Sunday at Event Cinemas, Kotara.

Van Genderen, a pioneer in shooting films on iPhones, shot this film of his mum with the help of his family members - wife Megan, and their children.

Everybody's Oma: Emotional lockdown dementia journey captured on film

FRIENDS: The aim is for Nina (right) to ride the final kilometre to complete the journey with Karen. Picture: Facebook.

An epic journey for health and friendship is about to hit the road.

Two women with the 'wheelpower' to tackle cancer

SOUTHPAWS UNITE: August 13 is celebrated each year by left-handers and their allies.

In most languages, the word for 'lefthandedness' is synonomous with evil and suspicion. But throughout history there have been areas were left-handers have excelled!

The history of 'wrong-handedness': International Lefthanders Day

Hendrika Genderen in a scene from Everybody's Oma. Picture: Bonsai Films

Documentary maker Jason Van Genderen tells his family's story in this warm, emotional story of family love and resilience.

An emotional story of familial love

6 Festivals features music and performances by a handful of current headline bands. Picture: Supplied

Canberra producer Shannon Wilson-McClinton is confident the film hits the right note.

A coming-of-age story set to the soundtrack of music festivals

Emma Thompson and Daryl McCormack get to know each other in Good Luck to You, Leo Grande. Picture: Supplied

Why do we deprive ourselves of pleasure, she asks.

Why Emma Thompson wants us to talk about sex

BACK IN THE DAY: Nurses attend to a patient in an iron lung in the United Kingdom, 1949. Picture: Getty Images

Poliovirus has been detected in sewage in parts of London and New York. Should the world be concerned of its spread?

Polio vaccine campaign launched in UK for first time in 40 years

Federal Education Minister Jason Clare arriving at a press conference to address teacher shortages with state and territory education ministers. Picture: James Croucher

A priority national action plan is to be developed by year's end to address the nation's teacher shortage crisis.

'Screaming out for reform', ministers seek urgent teacher action plan

HALLUCINATING: The female juvenile bear was found to be under the influence of a psychotropic honey. Picture: supplied

The bear can be seen wobbling, whining, and panting heavily under the intoxicating influence of "mad honey".

Watch: Bear staggers under influence of hallucinogenic honey

Chinese ambassador Xiao Qian was reserved in his comments at the National Press Club this week. Picture: Elesa Kurtz

You'll hear it in Beijing: Taiwan is not really part of China. But a key voice is going unheard in the conversation

How Chinese think about Taiwan

It's looking likely to be a wetter than usual spring.

Third La Nina signs are becoming stronger

The animal tried to get through the front gates of the embassy's compound on Thursday, failed and tried again and then gave up.

Ukraine's new ally - a confused kangaroo in Canberra

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

Crowded House's Dreamers Are Waiting national tour will begin in Darwin on October 29 and end in Perth on November 27 with concerts in Canberra, Wollongong, Sydney and Melbourne. 

Australian music legends Crowded House are making their way Down Under this spring.

Hey Now, Hey Now! Crowded House announce regional Australian tour dates

NSW Premier Dominic Perrotte. Photo: AAP Image/Bianca De Marchi

One in five people who work in NSW parliament have experienced sexual harassment in the last five years.

NSW parliament has become toxic: Perrottet

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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

The highly anticipated Unpacked events showcase the best in Samsung innovation. Photo: Supplied.

Samsung has recently unveiled its latest, highly anticipated range of products in a launch as innovative as the next gen of Galaxy tech at Samsung Galaxy Unpacked.

Samsung has launched latest foldable technology in Galaxy Unpacked event

Flip phones are back, but not as we've ever known them. Photo: Supplied

Samsung Electronics has today delighted fans with the announcement of their latest generation of premium, foldable smartphones and wearables within the Galaxy Series.

Samsung unveils newest Galaxy Z Series, including highly anticipated foldables

A floral tribute to Frida Kahlo at FEMMES, Edinburgh, UK. Picture: Supplied

Global sensation Fleurs de Villes is heading to Sydney for the first time with their spectacular FEMMES exhibition in partnership with the Royal Botanic Garden Sydney and Destination NSW.

A 10-day floral extravaganza at the Royal Botanic Garden Sydney

A floral tribute to Elizabeth I at Fleurs de Villes, Covent Garden on display in London. Picture: Supplied

Global sensation Fleurs de Villes is heading to Sydney for the first time with their 2022 floral series FEMMES in partnership with the Royal Botanic Garden Sydney and Destination NSW.

Remarkable women in bloom at the Royal Botanic Garden Sydney

Top to tail: From Auckland on the North Island to Queenstown on the South Island, this rail and road tour has something for everyone.

Enjoy spectacular scenery, historic cities and Kiwi hospitality, leaving everything up to The Senior Newspaper and Travelrite International for a fully escorted two weeks.

The stunning, natural beauty on New Zealand

A mid-year financial clean up can help you take more control. Picture: Shutterstock

A mid-year financial clean up can be a liberating process and could set you up for a significantly more profitable period ahead. Here are some tips to get you started.

6 tips for getting your finances in order in 2022

Growing in popularity since launching in late 2018, The Lottery Office has consistently offered Australians some epic jackpots.

Australian operator The Lottery Office is offering millions of Aussies the chance to win $588 million in the next USA Mega Lotto draw.

Aussies chance to cash in on a $588 million lottery jackpot

See sights and scenes you have dreamt about all your life from the comfort of the ship, Island Princess.

Get onboard for the cruise of your lifetime

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

People wait outside of Canberra Airport after a man fired a gun inside the terminal. Picture: Keegan Carroll

A man is in custody after apparently firing several shots in Canberra airport's terminal this afternoon.

Gunman fires shots in Canberra Airport terminal

Passengers were forced to leave the terminal after reports of shots at Canberra Airport. (Mick Tsikas/AAP PHOTOS)

Canberra Airport reopens after shooting

Steve Kilbey, lead singer and bass player for The Church, is playing an intimate solo show at Murrah Hall this month. Photo: Supplied

The intimacy of Murrah Hall may seem a far cry from sharing a stage with Devo and Public Image Ltd in front of 60,000 fans. But Steve Kilbey has never been one to be pigeon-holed.

Church frontman Steve Kilbey reminisces on 'weird journey'

The study looked at pregnant women's reactions to mRNA vaccines after their second dose. (Tracey Nearmy/AAP PHOTOS)

Study confirms mRNA vax safe in pregnancy

About 60,000 people took part in the 50th edition of Sydney's City2Surf fun run on Sunday. (Steven Saphore/AAP PHOTOS)

City2Surf returns after two-year hiatus

Greens senator Nick McKim. Picture: Sitthixay Ditthavong

Analysis: Political point scoring could risk the bank's credibility to remain independent.

Political point scoring will target RBA's credibility

Kempsey women's Cannonballs coach and player Teleah Waitoa has been selected to play for the NSW Country Corellas. Picture supplied

Teleah Waitoa selected for the NSW Country Corellas squad.

Cannonballs coach makes the cut

The Tristar Medical Clinic located on Belgrave Street is scheduled to close today (August 12). Picture by Emily Walker

The Kempsey Tristar Medical Clinic is one of 10 clinics across Australia scheduled to close after failing to attract buyers.

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