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Prime Minister Scott Morrison and Country Liberal Party's candidate for Solomon Tina MacFarlane. Picture: AAP

The two men vying for the prime ministership have weighed in on housing and health.

Leaders pivot election pitch to housing and health

Labor leader Anthony Albanese. Picture: Sitthixay Ditthavong

Anthony Albanese attempted to dodge questions in Perth regarding the Labor's costings.

War of words erupts as Albanese dodges questions over policy costings

Treasurer Josh Frydenberg and Finance Minister Simon Birmingham have unveiled the Coalition's election costings in Melbourne on Tuesday. Picture: Sitthixay Ditthavong

The Coalition's election costings show $2.7 billion will be cut from the public sector over the next four years if it's re-elected.

'I expect results': Coalition to cut $2.7bn in spending to public sector

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

Good luck changing the tone of politics

Matt South with ball, Brady Hollis (blue headgear) and Ben McCudden

"Discipline is a huge issue and I don't know how we fix it."

Cannons search for answers after ill-discipline proves costly

There are 1442 COVID-19 patients in hospital, with 59 in ICU.

NSW records 16 COVID-19 deaths

Throwback to Scott Morrison on the first day of the campaign. Picture: James Croucher

Stay tuned in here for all the developments as Australians turn out to decide who will lead the Parliament and the nation for the next three years.

As it happened: press chase Anthony Albanese after failing to get answers

Voting will be socially distanced this election, but we'll still be using the traditional paper ballots. Picture: Sitthixay Ditthavong

The pandemic election is upon us. How will COVID-19 impact the way we vote?

How COVID-19 will impact the way you vote

HUNG UP: If neither party obtains a majority of the 151 seats in the House of Representatives, it results in a hung parliament.

Punters are predicting a hung parliament to result at this week's federal election. So what is it and what happens next?

What is a hung parliament and is Australia likely to have one?

BOMBED: A stray left to sniff around Borod Tower in Ukraine. Photo: supplied

As bombs and missiles rain down, artist and filmmaker George Gittoes is feeling increasingly unnerved about his safety in Ukraine.

'War is on our doorstep': Filmmaker fears for safety in Ukraine

Defence Minister Peter Dutton described a Chinese warship's sailing off the coast of Western Australia as "an aggressive act". Picture: Keegan Carroll

"All this rhetoric by Mr Dutton is just politics. His language around war ... all this sort of stuff that's gone on for the last year is highly dangerous," the WA Premier said.

Dutton is 'biggest threat to national security', WA Premier says

GORMLESS: Does the way a politician responds to a 'gotcha' question matter to voters?

GST on birthday cakes, the price of petrol, and recall of random statistics: Does the way a politician responds to a 'gotcha' question matter to voters?

History of the 'gotcha' question: How elections are won or lost on a gaffe

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

Ukraine's Kalush Orchestra won with their entry Stefania.

Eurovision is like a bag of Every Flavour Jelly Beans - you really don't know what you're going to get.

Eurovision opened my eyes to the exciting world we live in

Prime Minister Scott Morrison. Picture: James Croucher

Prime Minister Scott Morrison says the Coalition's housing policies, taken together, would have a "marginal" effect on house prices as his new scheme comes under attack.

Unlocking super will have 'marginal' impact on house prices: Morrison

Morrison needs to pull off a Houdini

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

Postal voting deadline looms

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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

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

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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?

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

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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. 

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Possum Play keeps screen time to a minimum

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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

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Housing, cost of living and wages are likely to again dominate the federal election campaign.

I could have been more sensitive: PM

Labor's Anthony Albanese will speak at the National Press Club on Wednesday.

Day 38 of the federal election campaign

Charities are seeing more people who can't meet basic costs, while others have little left over.

More Aussies struggling under poverty line

Lynette Dawson's brother Greg Simms will continue testifying in his former brother-in-law's trial.

Lynette Dawson's brother takes stand

The latest ABS wage index is likely to show pay packets growing at half the inflation rate.

Wage growth likely way behind inflation

Kempsey Amateur Swimming Club at the NSW Country Champions in Narrandera  in 1951. (From L to R) Shirley Marshall, Margaret James, Robyn James, coach Neville Duke, secretary J.A. Adamson, R. Jeffery, Ron Cowley. Photo: Macleay River
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"The club won't exist in this current format if we don't get some help."

Kempsey Swimming Club at risk of folding if new members don't come forward

FOTSUN returns to Port Macquarie on May 19

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What's On: your Mid North Coast events and activities guide

Forster-Tuncurry halfback Adrian Davis looks for support in the Group 3 game against Wauchope at Tuncurry. This is one of only two matches to be played so far this season.

Group 3 to decide fate of postponed round of games

Group 3 general meeting to decide fate of washed out round

"His 23-year-old cellmate was placed into segregation, pending further investigations."

Aldavilla prisoner injured, cellmate placed in segregation

The Ritchie family being presented with a replica of Dave Sands' championship belt at NSW Parliament House. From left, Phil Dotti, NSW Sports Minister Stuart Ayres, Chad Ritchie, Oxley MP Melinda Pavey and Kempsey Mayor Leo Hauville.
Photo: Lachlan Harper

"Dave and the Ritchie family put our Shire in the world spotlight in the 1940s and 50s."

A message from the mayor: Dave Sands, it's time

It has been a challenging and rewarding first term for Cowper MP Pat Conaghan.

Affordable housing among MP's priorities, if re-elected

Prime Minister Scott Morrison officially launched the Liberals' election campaign on Sunday. Picture: AAP

Scott Morrison has made housing a central part of the Liberal Party's official launch.

Liberal Party 'warms up' with final countdown underway

SIMPLY BRILLIANT: Chad Ritchie Sands and Phillip Dotti in front of Eric Carney's portrait of Dave Sands. Photo: LACHLAN HARPER 

At 26, Dave Sands was a boxing legend and a fighter for his people from Burnt Bridge.

70 years since Dave Sands' passing, the legendary boxer receives his dues

Group 3 Rugby League games postponed due to on-going wet weather

"When you make these schoolboy teams growing up, it is a massive achievement."

Smithtown Tiger roars into North Coast PSSA rugby league side

Josie Clarke outside her property at Seven Oaks, north of Kempsey. Photo: supplied

Josie Clarke's mission is to amplify the voices of underrepresented agriculture workers

Bellimbopinni woman wins rural award for giving 'a voice' to disabled workers

"I was really impressed with how we turned it around."

Rangers gallant in defeat as half-time change of tactics works

Juniors from Saints, Hornets, Crescent Head and Rangers back on the park

Mayor Leo Hauville with members of the community. Photo: Kempsey Shire Council

You've made great things happen for the Shire and it's important we all continue this in the years to come.

A message from the mayor: help us make the best decisions for our future

Macleay Valley Rangers are undefeated in three games. Photo: supplied

Rangers gathering momentum as they prepare to battle Bellingen

The Bank Cafe owner Brad Rickard is slowly working to clean up his Lismore business after the floodwaters nearly reached the ceiling. Photos: MARINA NEIL.

Prime Minister Scott Morrison declared that Australia is getting harder to live in because of disasters. We spoke to people who have lost everything and know how hard life can be in Disaster Country.