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Eden-Monaro's candidates Mike Kelly, Patrick McGinlay, Sophie Wade and Fiona Kotvojs.

Where do Bega Valley's towns sit on political spectrum? Polling booths analysed

Alasdair McDonald
Albert McKnight

It's not all white: A bride to be has her dress fitted by Carla Ellwood at CC Bridal in Pambula. All things wedding will be at this weekend's bridal fair in Merimbula. Photo: Rachel Mounsey

Era of the 'anti-bride' explored at weekend wedding expo

Rachel Mounsey

Mother pleads guilty to hiding husband's abuse of daughter from police

Mother pleads guilty to hiding husband's abuse of daughter from police

Alasdair McDonald

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Eden man charged after 246 abalone allegedly found in his backpack

Rachel Mounsey

Mike Kelly with his supporters at the Queanbeyan Leagues Club on election night. Picture: Elesa Kurtz

Labor's Mike Kelly on party leadership and lessons learned from election campaign

Alasdair McDonald

A search for a missing diver off Denhams Beach came to a tragic end on Wednesday, May 22.

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UPDATED: Tragic end to search for man missing near Denhams Beach

SHOWSTOPPERS: The musical play The Sapphires, which tells the story of a singing group of four young Yorta Yorta women who performed during the Vietnam War, is coming to Bega.

The Sapphires comes to Bega stage: 'It's amazing to see my family represented'

Albert McKnight

Eden-Monaro's candidates Mike Kelly, Patrick McGinlay, Sophie Wade and Fiona Kotvojs.

Where do Bega Valley's towns sit on political spectrum? Polling booths analysed

Alasdair McDonald
Albert McKnight

It's not all white: A bride to be has her dress fitted by Carla Ellwood at CC Bridal in Pambula. All things wedding will be at this weekend's bridal fair in Merimbula. Photo: Rachel Mounsey

Era of the 'anti-bride' explored at weekend wedding expo

Rachel Mounsey

SHOWSTOPPERS: The musical play The Sapphires, which tells the story of a singing group of four young Yorta Yorta women who performed during the Vietnam War, is coming to Bega.

The Sapphires comes to Bega stage: 'It's amazing to see my family represented'

The "mad mile" south of Batemans Bay has been the scene of numerous crashes. Federal Labor says it will fast track upgrades to the Princes Highway between Nowra and Moruya if elected on May 18. File picture.

Labor promises to accelerate Princes Highway upgrades from Jervis Bay Rd to Moruya

Heavy traffic expected across South Coast Easter Monday

Heavy traffic expected across South Coast Easter Monday

Andrea Cantle

DIVERSION: Cars on the unsealed Old Highway after a truck and car collided on the Princes Highway south of Narooma on April 15.

Woman aged 25 dies in Narooma Princes Hwy crash

Claudia Ferguson

Philip Ingram winner of the Bombala Open Championships 2019.

Open golf tournament a hit

Carving it: Arabella Tarpey in action at Kiama. Picture: Werri Slash.

Arabella carves way into titles

LIMBO: Jack De Belin's indefinite stand-down remains in place after his federal court challenge of the NRL's no-fault stand-down policy failed on Friday. Picture: AAP

De Belin's career in the balance after defeat in federal court

Mitch Jennings

Philip Ingram winner of the Bombala Open Championships 2019.

Open golf tournament a hit

Big man: Brendan Bartlett was one of Bega's best in their 68-0 reserve grade win, while also backing up for the Roosters' first grade loss to the Bulldogs.

Dogs on top over Roosters

Jacob McMaster

LIMBO: Jack De Belin's indefinite stand-down remains in place after his federal court challenge of the NRL's no-fault stand-down policy failed on Friday. Picture: AAP

De Belin's career in the balance after defeat in federal court

Mitch Jennings

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SHOWSTOPPERS: The musical play The Sapphires, which tells the story of a singing group of four young Yorta Yorta women who performed during the Vietnam War, is coming to Bega.

The Sapphires comes to Bega stage: 'It's amazing to see my family represented'

Albert McKnight

Tanja potting duo Barry and Gosia Jackson

Artistic cups, social drinks at Tanja Hall 'Clay Soiree'

Ben Smyth

ONE OF THE GREATS: Master of the guitar Daniel Champagne is returning to the South Coast for a run of shows while on a massive tour. Picture: Eryca Green

Daniel Champagne's relentless 82-gig tour brings him home to South Coast

Albert McKnight

SHOWSTOPPERS: The musical play The Sapphires, which tells the story of a singing group of four young Yorta Yorta women who performed during the Vietnam War, is coming to Bega.

The Sapphires comes to Bega stage: 'It's amazing to see my family represented'

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Learn secrets of managing farming soil

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Secrets behind no-dig gardens to be revealed in free Bermagui workshop

Questacon is an exciting and intriguing concentration of science brought to life in vivid techni-colour.

The ultimate family fun holiday itinerary in Canberra

Emma Elsworthy

A selection of dishes available at the hip and happening Lazy Su. Pic: OutInCanberra

Ten iconic Canberra haunts for the ultimate foodie bucket list

Emma Elsworthy

Visitors: Jugiong features a boutique cafe, hotel, wine cellar, galleries, gift shops and a motel as well as various other accommodation. Photo: Tricia Wimpenny.

Jugiong is great for a visit

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Questacon is an exciting and intriguing concentration of science brought to life in vivid techni-colour.

The ultimate family fun holiday itinerary in Canberra

Horse care: AVS says "The basic requirements include adequate and appropriate feed, water, shelter, space and exercise, company, health care, and treatment of illness or injury". Photo: Shutterstock.

Care for your horse or pony

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Ballarat man Lindsay, 69, has been delighted with the service Pennytel has delivered saying, "I won't go with anyone else 'cause I'm happy - you won't get better."

Old-fashioned service brings satisfaction with a smile

This 1940s cottage is the perfect balance of old and new

This 1940s cottage is the perfect balance of old and new

Shoalhaven House of the Week May 22

Secure this superb, brand new townhouse

Secure this superb, brand new townhouse

Far South Coast House of the Week May 22

This Sunshine Bay home is a renovator's dream

This Sunshine Bay home is a renovator's dream

Eurobodalla House of the Week May 22

Rod Parsons and Liz Seckold launch the Bega district's Salvation Army Red Shield Appeal

Bega Salvos launch Red Shield Appeal

Entrants of last year's quest included: (standing) Sophie Brown, Mitchell Verrall, Suzanna Boulton, Rory Spurgeon, Jemma Harvey, David Perry, winner Findlay Walker, (seated) runner-up Geena Thomas, Anna Rogerson and Jade Vlatkovic.

Quota search for the next student of the year

Organiser Linda Lord (centre) said $2500 was raised for the Cancer Council. Picture; Supplied

High tea raises thousands for Cancer Council

Rod Parsons and Liz Seckold launch the Bega district's Salvation Army Red Shield Appeal

Bega Salvos launch Red Shield Appeal

Ngarigo and Djiringanj Elder Aunty Ellen Mundy (front). Picture: Alasdair McDonald

Elder to speak at genealogy seminar

Tanja potting duo Barry and Gosia Jackson

Artistic cups, social drinks at Tanja Hall 'Clay Soiree'

Ben Smyth

SHOWSTOPPERS: The musical play The Sapphires, which tells the story of a singing group of four young Yorta Yorta women who performed during the Vietnam War, is coming to Bega.

The Sapphires comes to Bega stage: 'It's amazing to see my family represented'

Nic Langenberg (left) with 104-year-old Dorothy Yeomans at Sea Life Sydney Aquarium.

Watch this shark glide by 104-year-old Dorothy

Bold, big and beautiful sculpture draws attention to Bega gallery's funding campaign

Bold, big and beautiful sculpture draws attention to Bega gallery's funding campaign

ONE OF THE GREATS: Master of the guitar Daniel Champagne is returning to the South Coast for a run of shows while on a massive tour. Picture: Eryca Green

Daniel Champagne's relentless 82-gig tour brings him home to South Coast

Philip Ingram winner of the Bombala Open Championships 2019.

Open golf tournament a hit

Amber Little, Tracey Hughes-Butters, Cherie Glanville and Kaylene Whitaker

Spectrum launches Ladies in Black musical in glamorous style | Photos, Video

Ben Smyth

The weird, whacky wonderfulness of election day

The weird, whacky wonderfulness of election day

A screengrab from a YouTube video showing the former PM Bob Hawke skolling a beer from Mr Brandon.

Hawke downing 'one for the country' brings back memories

Robert Crawford

NOT-HAPPY CHLOE: "You've destroyed everything. You've condemned this family to a life of ridicule."

SATIRE
Shorten's intense pain: serious TLC needed

Mark Bode

Shadow Treasurer Chris Bowen told self-funded retirees to "vote against us" if they didn't like Labor's policy on dividend imputation. They did. Picture: AAP

OPINION
Deciphering the election outcome

Nicholas Stuart

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OPINION
The polls were wrong, and it's a good thing

Father Brendan Lee

Associate Professor Stephen Macfarlane is part of a clinical trial looking into treatment for Parkinson's disease dementia.

Trial of new drug to treat Parkinson's dementia

MEET AND GREET: Academics from University of Sunshine Coast with international students, attending a familiarisation tour of the Cooinda Aged Care.

Uni 'roomies' to move into aged care home

SMART MOVES: Thinking of downsizing to a granny flat? Make sure you formalise decisions and get legal advice before moving in.

Estate planning: avoid granny flat pitfalls

Women work better in warmer office temperatures, according to the results of a new study in Germany.

Women work better in warmer offices: study

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Tasmanian Treasurer Peter Gutwein has flagged $544 million more for health services over four years.

Infrastructure, health headline Tas budget

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Candidates have until Friday to nominate to replace Michael Daley as leader of NSW Labor.

No nominations for NSW Labor leader

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The federal election contest remains close in three lower house seats as vote counting continues.

Three close seats as vote count rolls on

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Queensland MP Jim Chalmers is weighing a tilt at the Labor leadership after Chris Bowen withdrew.

Chalmers weighing up Labor leadership bid

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The Nationals are expected to keep Michael McCormack as party leader at a meeting in Canberra.

Nationals meet to firm up leadership

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Victoria Police blamed an oversight for its failure to provide a document to the royal commission.

Vic police blame oversight for missing doc

Karen Sweeney
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A Supreme Court jury found Ali Chaouk guilty of murdering Mohammed Haddara at Altona North in 2009.

Killer in Vic court for decade-old murder

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Kenny's Creek Bara G721 SV sold for $24,000 to the Connolly family of Redbank Angus Stud, Cowra. Pictured: Sam Burton Taylor, Kenny's Creek, Boorowa, Shaun and Alexander Connolly and Tim Woodham of Landmark, Wagga Wagga.

Kenny's Creek females sell to $24,000

Olivia Calver

While sheep numbers have declined in the west, overall livestock production has held up due to increases in numbers of goats traded, says Greg Seiler, Landmark Bourke.

Western agistment calls

Mark Griggs

Minnamurra Norton N134 fetched the $11,000 top money with breeders and buyers from NSW, Victoria and New Zealand.

Bulls sell to four states

Mark Griggs

GOTTA DO IT?: Australian travellers surveyed by Hotels.com were more willing to pay out big ($1000 per night) to stay in five-star luxury in Anaheim, California in 2018.

Getting more bang for your five-star buck

Making the extraordinary appear ordinary in Siem Reap City

Making the extraordinary appear ordinary in Siem Reap City

John Rozentals

Looking for a bucket list item? Try paddling the Murray

Looking for a bucket list item? Try paddling the Murray

Juanita Greville

Nic Langenberg (left) with 104-year-old Dorothy Yeomans at Sea Life Sydney Aquarium.

Watch this shark glide by 104-year-old Dorothy

Geraldine Cardozo

New homes: According to research from James Hardie, young home builders are now leaving brick boredom behind

It's goodbye to brick

Dogs love their walks, and provided they are physically able to, should have at least one good walk a day.

How to make walkies wonderful for both of you

RSPCA