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      Boxing Day storms and hail led to several section of Oberon Hospital being flooded. Image: File.

      Services back to normal after storms cause flooding at Oberon Hospital

      • Andrew Lotherington
      First year students looking to study at CSU can get a head start on study and benefit from a share of up to $2 million in funding for rural and regional students. Image: File.

      5000 reasons for rural and regional school leavers to study at CSU

      • Andrew Lotherington
      Member for Parkes, Mark Coulton, with Dubbo regional mayor Ben Shields, who have seen the region benefit from $18.8 million in BBRF grants. Image: Supplied.

      Applications called for with $200 million in regional grants on offer

      • Andrew Lotherington

      Scamwatch: Don't be fooled by these scams

      Premier flags an easing of restrictions after another day of zero cases

      • Julian O'Brien
      UAC General Manager of Marketing and Engagement, Kim Paino, said students who received offers were to be congratulated, with Round 2 offers less than two weeks away. Image: UAC.

      University offers released with an increase in positions available

      • Andrew Lotherington

      Australia Day celebrations in NSW cleared, no new local COVID-19 cases

      • Julian O'Brien
      Boxing Day storms and hail led to several section of Oberon Hospital being flooded. Image: File.

      Services back to normal after storms cause flooding at Oberon Hospital

      • Andrew Lotherington
      First year students looking to study at CSU can get a head start on study and benefit from a share of up to $2 million in funding for rural and regional students. Image: File.

      5000 reasons for rural and regional school leavers to study at CSU

      • Andrew Lotherington
      Dax Shepard in Buddy Games. Picture: Ricardo Hubbs.

      Gross-out films that trade on gags

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      Coronavirus

        Dr Tursun Kerim, Professor John Skerritt and Dr Lisa Kerr consider data on the AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine on Friday. Picture: Keegan Carroll

        EXCLUSIVEFirst COVID-19 vaccine could be approved next week, TGA boss says

        Premier flags an easing of restrictions after another day of zero cases

        Authorities have allayed concerns about COVID vaccines. Picture: Shutterstock

        EXPLAINERClearing up confusion over the COVID-19 vaccine rollout

        DIGESTPigeons, Pauline and international intrigue

        Federal Chief Medical Officer Professor Paul Kelly. Photo: Sitthixay Ditthavong

        Why using two COVID-19 vaccines is Australia's best strategy

        • Kylie Quinn, Holly Seale and Margie Danchin

        Australia Day celebrations in NSW cleared, no new local COVID-19 cases

        • Julian O'Brien
        It has been tough, tough going in the UK right now. Photo: file

        DIGESTWhen keeping calm and carrying on is harder than ever

        • Janine Graham
        Government MP Craig Kelly said making children wear masks was akin to abuse. Picture: Getty

        MP's COVID misinformation overshadowing govt's vaccine progress

        • Sally Whyte

        Sport

          Conor McGregor's return will highlight UFC's return to Abu Dhabi.

          UFC returns to Fight Island; McGregor back

          • Dan Gelston
          Australia's Pat Cummins celebrates with his teammates after dismissing Rohit Sharma. Photo: Cameron Spencer/Getty Images

          OPINIONCricket rule open to exploitation

          • Howard Kotton
          IN THE MIDDLE: Will Pucovski should make his Test debut in the middle order. Photo: Mark Metcalfe/Getty Images

          OPINIONBat Pucovski in the middle order on debut

          • Howard Kotton
          Conor McGregor's return will highlight UFC's return to Abu Dhabi.

          UFC returns to Fight Island; McGregor back

          India's Ajinkya Rahane is the only batsman to stand out with the bat so far this series. Photo: Darrian Traynor - CA/Cricket Australia via Getty Images

          OPINIONBatting not up to Test standard in Australia-India series

          • Howard Kotton

          The 2020 sports quiz: Test yourself

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            Dan Christian of The Australian Indigenous Men's cricket team. PHOTO: Darrian Traynor (Cricket Australia via Getty Images)

            LISTENHow cricket is addressing its pale, male and stale reputation

            Dan Christian of The Australian Indigenous Men's cricket team. PHOTO: Darrian Traynor (Cricket Australia via Getty Images)

            LISTENHow cricket is addressing its pale, male and stale reputation

            Mike Wilson at his home in Armidale. Photo: Lucy Kinbacher

            LISTENLivestock agent shares gutsy fight for survival to help save others in the bush

            Mike Wilson at his home in Armidale. Photo: Lucy Kinbacher

            LISTENLivestock agent shares gutsy fight for survival to help save others in the bush

            Volunteer firefighters Jet Boone, Lise Percival and Samantha Walker gear up in the Bawley Point Rural Fire Brigade's shed. Photo: Sitthixay Ditthavong

            LISTENBawley Point brigade's new recruits take fight to bushfire fears

            Volunteer firefighters Jet Boone, Lise Percival and Samantha Walker gear up in the Bawley Point Rural Fire Brigade's shed. Photo: Sitthixay Ditthavong

            LISTENBawley Point brigade's new recruits take fight to bushfire fears

            Travel with Explore

            Imagine Holiday's "Uluru and Jessica Mauboy Collection" has three tour package options.

            Two very different sensations in the Red Centre

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            Visitors go for a dip at Florence Falls in Litchfield National Park in the Northern Territory..

            Advance Australia there: where to spend January 26

            • Andrea Bell

            The week that was in border restrictions announcements

            • Explore Travel

            What's On

              AT HOME: Get out, take a walk, left, and raise some money for charity.

              WHAT'S ONThings to do: Oberon and beyond

              AT HOME: Get out, take a walk, left, and raise some money for charity.

              WHAT'S ONThings to do: Oberon and beyond

              DING DONG MERILY ON HIGH: Community members are invited to join members of St Aidan's Church for Christmas carols (and some festive cheer), left, on December 20.

              What's On: Your guide to getting out in Oberon and beyond

              AT HOME: Get out, take a walk, left, and raise some money for charity.

              WHAT'S ONThings to do: Oberon and beyond

              Santa's going to visit the station ... and you're invited

              SAFE THAN SORRY: A BreastScreen NSW spokesperson said nine out of 10 women diagnosed with breast cancer do not have a family history.

              Make it a date: The BreastScreen mobile van has returned

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                Canberra Times: Canberra Capitals Marianna Tolo. Picture: Karleen Minney

                25 of the greatest sporting moments captured in 2020

                • Kim Chappell
                The Daily Advertiser: Dareton firefighter Chris Gibson walks through the ruin of the old Batlow hospital after the Dunns Road fire threatened the town. Picture: Les Smith

                60 of the best photos from 2020

                • Kim Chappell
                Kristen Michael has fulfilled her NDIS goal to move out of home with friends.

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                The mighty Murray cruise

                • Emma Brown

                Idyllic and delicious: Summertime on the Sapphire Coast

                • Rosie Jacobs

                Property Real Estate View

                Homes selling sight unseen becoming mainstream

                Homes selling sight unseen becoming mainstream

                Experts size up the 2021 market

                Experts size up the 2021 market

                BREATH OF FRESH AIR: More people are opting to make the sea or tree change due to the slower pace and more relaxed lifestyle. Photo: Shutterstock.

                Make a move to the regions today

                AFTER: When buying a fence, choose a style in keeping with your home. Go for subtle tones of flowers for your garden if planting against a plain white backdrop. Match the letterbox with the fencing and keep it clear of promotional pamphlets.

                Kerb appeal puts your home streets ahead of the rest

                • Lydia Roberts
                INCREDIBLE OPTIONS: The Margaret River township ranked third in a survey of first home buyers looking for an affordable lifestyle. Photo - Shutterstock.

                First home buyer hot spots

                Community

                  Scamwatch: Don't be fooled by these scams

                  Scamwatch: Banks won't ask you to click on the link

                  HONOUR: Hidden Treasure Fay Shaw, her granddaughter Amber and son Tony and Member for Bathurst Paul Toole.

                  'A most deserving addition': Tarana is home to a Hidden Treasure

                  Scamwatch: Don't be fooled by these scams

                  HELPING HAND: Families and children will benefit from a year of free preschool in 2021. Photo: SUPPLIED

                  Certainty for families with free childcare available in 2021

                  • Bathurst MP Paul Toole
                  REMEMBERED: Garden Club members visited the garden of the late Robin Toedter. She is pictured in March 2020.

                  Blooming wonderful: Oberon Garden Club is active again

                  Photos and Video

                    Dax Shepard in Buddy Games. Picture: Ricardo Hubbs.

                    Gross-out films that trade on gags

                    Helvi in The Elfkins: Baking a Difference. Picture: Rialto

                    Elfkin antics are amusing enough

                    Margaret Qualley in My Salinger Year. Picture: Palace

                    Bringing a literary world to life

                    Adarsh Gourav as Balram and Priyanka Chopra as Pinky Madam in White Tiger. Picture: Netflix

                    Terrific satire is tough and savage

                    End of year fun at the Oberon Children's Centre

                    • Juanita Greville
                    Our Aussie hero.

                    'Make lamb, not walls' summer lamb ad drops

                    • Mark Griggs
                    From left, Shelly (Dan Bakkedahl), Bob (Josh Duhamel), Zane (James Roday), Doc (Kevin Dillon), Durfy (Dax Shepard), and Bender (Nick Swardson) in Buddy Games. Picture: Ricardo Hubbs.

                    REVIEWBuddy Games is a dumb comedy aimed at blokes

                    • Cris Kennedy
                    There are moments that if handled more adroitly could have been deeply affecting. Picture: Rialto

                    REVIEWPixaresque animation lacks depth

                    • Ron Cerabona

                    Comment

                      OPINIONHow ready is your office to return to work?

                      • Maureen Kyne
                       An Ansett Boeing 727 lands at Mount Isa during the 1973 rodeo. Photo: Richard Mansell

                      REAL AUSTRALIACan't make new memories now? Enjoy the old ones

                      OPINIONFashion and rebellion always hand in hand

                      • John Malouff

                      Stories From The Senior

                      VR technology is helping aged care residents to improve their mental health. Photo: Supplied.

                      From reminiscing to a night at the opera: Can VR boost mental health in aged care?

                      Rugby league legend Uncle Lionel Morgan in his playing days (left) and with the painting by Jandamarra Cadd. Photos: Lionel Morgan and Anglicare Queensland.

                      NRL legend in the frame again thanks to Aboriginal artist

                      SEVEN PURLERS: Di Shanahan, Janny Lane, Caralynn Hoft, Peta Goodwin, Sue Juniper, Tracy Skippings and Sally Wylie.

                      Not a nanna-second to lose

                      • Hazel Bradley

                      National

                        Emirates' last flights to Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane will be on Saturday, Monday and Tuesday.

                        Emirates stops flights to Aust east coast

                        • 2hrs ago
                        Homeschooling is now on the rise after COVID-19 gave many parents and students a taste in 2020.

                        Homeschooling numbers continue to rise

                        Brisbane, Ipswich, the Gold Coast hinterland and the Sunshine Coast are on alert for possible storms

                        Severe storms possible over SE Qld

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                        A Sydney man has tested positive for COVID-19, ending a two-day streak of no new coronavirus cases.

                        Vic eases border rules as NSW finds case

                        • 1hr ago
                        Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews has announced residents of his state can return from Brisbane.

                        Victoria eases border restrictions for Qld

                        • Hannah Ryan
                        Some guests who transferred from Brisbane's Hotel Grand Chancellor are almost finished quarantine.

                        Qld confident about hotel virus outbreak

                        Officers from the Australian Federal Police High Risk Terrorist Offender Team have arrested a man.

                        Terrorism offender arrested again

                        • Hannah Ryan
                        Australian researchers have discovered other-worldly sea life in the Southern Ocean's twilight zone.

                        Scientists probe ocean 'twilight zone'

                        • Ethan James

                        Stories From The Land

                        David Curtain, Muskerry, Jerilderie topped the sale, selling his 205 SIL Border Leicester Merino cross ewes, May/March 2019-drop, July shorn for $424.

                        Deniliquin first cross ewes to $424

                        • Olivia Calver
                        COMMUNICATION THE KEY: From fence repair to lending gear and offering a helping hand, feeding your dogs while you're away or picking up the kids off the school bus, a good neighbour is truly cherished but sometimes we take them for granted. Photo: file photo

                        COMMENTWhat makes a good neighbour?

                        • Hannah Powe
                        The man was airlifted to Orange for observation.

                        Farmer, 82, trapped under slasher for five hours airlifted to hospital

                        Life & Style

                          Heavenly Hamptons stylish sanctuary

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                          SUNSCREEN: The best protection is shade and keeping pets in it during the hottest part of the day.

                          Our sun-worshipping pets can suffer from commonest cancer

                          • Dr Anne Quain
                          Insect pests have been waiting in the wings all season for the opportunity to munch their way through your summer garden. Photo: Shutterstock

                          Keeping watch over your plants for pesky summer pests | Gardening

                          • John Gabriele

                          Cars byDrive

                          Robert Ravens, of Bridestowe Lavender Estate (pictured), is among a number of prominent figures in the Tasmanian tourism industry to call for the federal government to extend its JobKeeper wage subsidy payment for the sector.

                          Tourism operators want JobKeeper extension

                          Robert Ravens, of Bridestowe Lavender Estate (pictured), is among a number of prominent figures in the Tasmanian tourism industry to call for the federal government to extend its JobKeeper wage subsidy payment for the sector.

                          Tourism operators want JobKeeper extension

                          Australians are tipped to spend a record $2.75 billion on Boxing Day sales.

                          Record Boxing Day sales tipped in Aust

                          Australians are tipped to spend a record $2.75 billion on Boxing Day sales.

                          Record Boxing Day sales tipped in Aust

                          Thousands usually flock to Bethlehem for Christmas, but coronavirus restrictions kept crowds away.

                          Coronavirus affects Xmas around the world

                          Thousands usually flock to Bethlehem for Christmas, but coronavirus restrictions kept crowds away.

                          Coronavirus affects Xmas around the world

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