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The May 23 post-election front pages of publisher ACM's daily newspapers in NSW, Victoria, Tasmania and the ACT

From Barnaby country to Labor's heartlands: what the ACM papers say

Member for Cowper, Pat Conaghan. Photo: Mardi Borg

For the first time since Federation, the seat of Cowper is in limbo

Pat Conaghan on lessons learned and being in election limbo

Hydrogen has been touted by many as the answer to climate change. So what's the deal with it?

Will hydrogen technology be the answer to Australia's emissions woes?

Video: Pat Conaghan on lessons learned and being in election limbo

The interim Albanese frontbench. Picture: AAP 

Crossbenchers Rebekha Sharkie, Bob Katter, Andrew Wilkie, Helen Haines and Zali Steggall have given Labor confidence of supply.

Labor secures support for a working minority government, but hopeful of more

This is a sample of The Echidna newsletter sent out each weekday morning till the end of the election.

The hoary old chestnut of hip-pocket politics no longer cuts it

UGLY SCENES: Video has emerged of two men brawling in Newcastle on Sunday morning before a third man is stabbed. 

A man has been stabbed during an ugly brawl between two groups in Newcastle in the early hours of Sunday morning.

Man stabbed repeatedly during ugly brawl

Anthony Albanese has been sworn in as prime minister before heading to Tokyo for a Quad meeting.

Mr Albanese and Senator Wong will head to Tokyo on Monday afternoon.

Albanese sworn in as 31st prime minister

Anthony Albanese and new Labor MP for Reid Sally Sitou on Sunday morning. Picture: AAP

Labor's Sally Sitou said her own victory proved voters wanted politicians who 'reflect the community'.

Albanese takes first steps of governing, as Liberal recriminations begin

Josh Frydenberg (left) appears to be among a number unseated moderate Libs, as Simon Birmingham says the party needs to bring more women into the fold. Picture: AAP

Peter Dutton is the heir-apparent for the Liberal leadership, but moderates want someone who can bring more women into the fold.

Libs moderates seek Morrison successor to increase women in the party

It was Soctt Morrison's way or the highway. And he was wrong. Picture: AAP

Voters have given a mandate for a federal ICAC with teeth and serious climate action.

The flawed political gambit that lost the election

Outgoing Prime Minister Scott Morrison and former Liberal staffer Brittany Higgins. Pictures: AAP, Karleen Minney

Every single pollster said the women were coming for Morrison. Every single pollster was right.

Women driving change: The moment that seeded a movement

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

TOUGH NIGHT: Barnaby Joyce made a solemn victory speech in Tamworth. Photo: Mark Kriedemann

The Nationals have avoided the bloodbath voters inflicted on the Liberals by retaining all 16 of their electorates, but the party's hopes of picking up new seats have been dashed.

Nationals defy Coalition bloodbath and look set to hold all seats

A still from Get A Life, Alright! Picture: Joyhouse Productions

The children's television-inspired music is the highlight of the film.

Luck, laughs and a good-heart

David Pocock celebrates at his election party with parents Andy and Jane and supporters. Picture: Elesa Kurtz

Without Senator Seselja in the Parliament, there would be no Coalition representation at all for the territory.

Pocock on verge of historic upset in ACT Senate shake-up

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

The late Moira Hodgson with members of the Macleay Quilters and Historical Society
in August 2001. Photo: Macleay Argus

"When we knew we had won first prize there was a lot of cheering and yelling."

Betty's Dream: Macleay Valley Quilters win the top prize at the 2001 Sydney Quilt Show

Anthony Albanese, centre, celebrates with his partner Jodie Haydon and son Nathan Albanese after after winning the 2022 federal election. Picture: AAP

It will likely be in a minority government after a large swing away from the Coalition.

'Optimism, not fear': Albo the new PM as teal wave hits Parliament

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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

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

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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

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?

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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

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

There is no end to the limits of imaginative play time your children will enjoy in their Possum Play couch.

Possum Play keeps screen time to a minimum

Massage your feet to fitness

A revolutionary way to do your bit for you and future generations. 

Oh Crap solves the dog poop problem

Give single-use plastic the flick and help keep our oceans clean

Here's all that you'll need to consider in order to get yourself started on the road to independent financial management.

Adulting 101: A beginner's guide to managing your own finances

If you've been feeling a little slow and your brain function has been lethargic - Yootropics BRAIN can improve your cognitive abilitiy. 

Feeling foggy? Evaporate brain strain and improve your cognitive functionality

Peter Dutton provides the balance people want in a federal leader, David Littleproud says.

Criticism of Dutton 'sad': Nats deputy

Entrepreneurship is showing an entire community another way, Alexie Seller says.

Regions awash with entrepreneurial talent

The Nationals leadership team of Barnaby Joyce (L) and David Littleproud (R) could be challenged.

Joyce Nationals leadership under pressure

OPTIONS: New Prime Minister Anthony Albanese won't have to negotiate with the Greens to form government. Photo: Sitthixay Ditthavong

Unlike the 2010 election, Labor has a crossbench of a dozen independent politicians to negotiate with.

Labor won't need Greens support or policies to form government

The brutal beauty of an election is on show in Australia today.

The brutality of elections as the new PM takes over - and takes off

Country Universities Centre (CUC) Macleay Valley has celebrated its first birthday on Thursday, May 19. Photo supplied

"For Semester 1, 2022, we are leading the network in registrations with 160 students being supported."

Country Universities Centre Macleay Valley turns one in Kempsey

Pat Conaghan (Nationals), Caz Heise (Independent)

"Still too close to call one way or the other."

Scrutineers keep close eye on 'see-sawing' Cowper election results

Pat Conaghan (Nationals), Caz Heise (Independent) and David Gillespie (re-elected Nationals MP for Lyne)

Traditionally safe Cowper among the last seats to be decided.

Down to the wire in close Cowper contest; Gillespie retains Lyne

Anthony Albanese claims victory. Picture: Screenshot

Follow the updates and results for the federal election as they happen here.

As it happened: 'Australians have voted for change': Albo claims victory

All polling booths are set to be open across the country tomorrow. Picture: Karleen Minney

The Electoral Commissioner has confirmed all polling places will be open for election day.

All polling places will be open for election day: AEC

Every Australian who has tested positive to COVID-19 can vote.

Last-minute change to how you can vote with COVID-19

Kundabung bull rider Levi Ward (right) will head to Texas in December. Photo: supplied

"To send him to America the first year, we had to sell a block of land at Clybucca just to get him there."

Kundabung cowboy prepares to again appear on the world stage

William (Bill) Flanigan inspecting a dahlia bloom in 1970 (Macleay Argus)

The highly successful Festival of Spring held in Kempsey for 10 years from 1955 and was largely due to the efforts of Bill Flanigan.

Bill Flanigan - From Red Baron remnants to the Festival of Spring

Shelby Coleman gets a pass away in the clash with Coffs United on May 7. Photo: Penny Tamblyn

"You don't always get things right and that's fine, that's football."

Rangers look to make amends in Coastal League One Women's clash

(L to R): Faye Aspiotis (One Nation), Keith McMullen (Labor), Pat Conaghan (The Nationals), Caz Heise (Independent), Simon Chaseling (Liberal Democrats), Joshua Fairhall (United Australia Party) and Timothy Nott (The Greens).

Macleay Argus readers voted Climate Change their No. 1 election issue

Reader poll: candidates respond to the issues that matter to you

A volunteer from a neighbouring club (third from left) with Crescent Head Lions Club members (back L to R) Alan Loveday, Rosie Gray, Steve Eldridge and Wayne French. (Front L to R) Jo Watts and Brad Weekes. Photo supplied

"The community has supported us for 46 years, and we want to say thank you to them all."

'We want to say thank you': Crescent Head Lions Club folds after 46 years

Human Rights Minister Tara Cheyne said Canberrans were being treated as second-class citizens. Picture: Sitthixay Ditthavong 

Scott Morrison confirmed a Coalition government would not seek to overturn the ban if re-elected, saying it was "not our policy".