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Scenes of COVID testing in NSW. Picture: File image.

DIGESTThat didn't take long, omicron

Scenes of COVID testing from around the Hunter and Lake Macquarie. File image.

NSW Omicron COVID case visited several shops, KFC and Pizza Hut

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NSW records 179 new COVID cases and three deaths

Professor Kelly said the Omicron variant could actually be "relatively mild compared with previous versions" such as the Delta strain but "will spread" because it is highly transmissible. Image: ABC News

DIGESTNew variant an unwelcome arrival

Professor Kelly said the Omicron variant could actually be "relatively mild compared with previous versions" such as the Delta strain but "will spread" because it is highly transmissible. Image: ABC News

WATCHOmicron is 'a variant of concern', says CMO Paul Kelly

Shivé Prema

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NSW records 150 COVID cases as Omicron confirmed in overseas travellers

Kim Chappell

Authorities have confirmed two travellers in Sydney have the highly transmissible Omicron strain. Picture: Shutterstock

DIGESTOmicron reaches Australian shores, PM cracks down on social media abuse

Lucy Bladen

The World Health Organisation has declared the Omicron variant a variant of concern after it emerged in southern Africa. Picture: Shutterstock

Passengers infected with Omicron variant of concern: NSW Health

Doug Dingwall

Tiger Woods nearly died and feared losing a leg after crashing his car in Los Angeles in February.

Lucky to be alive and with two legs: Woods

England's record Test run scorer, Alastair Cook, has signed a new two-year deal with Essex.

Cook to continue serving up runs for Essex

The EU has called upon China to show tennis player Peng Shuai is safe and well.

EU wants 'verifiable proof' Peng safe

Tiger Woods nearly died and feared losing a leg after crashing his car in Los Angeles in February.

Lucky to be alive and with two legs: Woods

Toni Kroos (r) says Cristiano Ronaldo (c), Karim Benzema (l) earned Ballon D'Or more than Leo Messi.

My team-mates were above Messi, says Kroos

CAPTAIN: Pat Cummins will be the first fast bowler to captain his country since Ray Lindwall in 1956. Picture: Gareth Copley-ICC/ICC via Getty Images

OPINIONHuge questions over Cummins' ability to lead Test team

Howard Kotton

Marki the wombat was treated for mange in captivity. This is very rare. Picture: Supplied.

LISTENWombats are rotting to death, meet the people trying to save them

Marki the wombat was treated for mange in captivity. This is very rare. Picture: Supplied.

LISTENWombats are rotting to death, meet the people trying to save them

K'gari was named for the Butchulla spirit who helped create the land and sea and then never wanted to leave. Photo: Shutterstock

LISTENRestoring Aboriginal place names to acknowledge identity and history

K'gari was named for the Butchulla spirit who helped create the land and sea and then never wanted to leave. Photo: Shutterstock

LISTENRestoring Aboriginal place names to acknowledge identity and history

Bylong's general store has been closed for a few months, it's owned by mining giant KEPCO along side the church and the primary school. Picture by Jonathan Carroll for the Newcastle Herald.

LISTENRegenerating a valley and a community

Bylong's general store has been closed for a few months, it's owned by mining giant KEPCO along side the church and the primary school. Picture by Jonathan Carroll for the Newcastle Herald.

LISTENRegenerating a valley and a community

Law enforcement in Australia: A guide

Law enforcement in Australia: A guide

CLICK HERE: Click on the image above to view the Out &About SA magazine.

Out and about in South Australia

Elle Moss

Queens of Mystery makes for some compelling watching on Acorn TV.

The streaming service with new hard-to-find classics and British favourites every single week

Linda Lambrechts

Law enforcement in Australia: A guide

Law enforcement in Australia: A guide

Modibodi takes the anxiety out of periods that could cause most teens to step away from their usual sport or social activities.

Teens can trust Modibodi period underwear to help them through the night

Linda Lambrechts

You can turn your shed into an extension of your garden and home while keeping equipment and tools safe and out of the way. Photo: Shutterstock

Why this shed is your new best friend

Linda Lambrechts

Picture: Mount Macedon Realty

PHOTOSThis age old bluestone mansion is up for sale again

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Picture: Mount Macedon Realty

PHOTOSThis age old bluestone mansion is up for sale again

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Price growth is strongest in coastal and lifestyle markets, CoreLogic said. Picture: Shutterstock

Regional property prices grow at double capital city rates

Price growth is strongest in coastal and lifestyle markets, CoreLogic said. Picture: Shutterstock

Regional property prices grow at double capital city rates

4719 Midland Highway, Daylesford. Picture: Supplied

Downton Abbey meets Daylesford: Wombat Park up for auction

Jack Needham

The east side has a butterfly shape and the south side has a sawtooth shape. Photo: Chris Erickson

Tricky block no problem for this award-winning South Coast home

Ellouise Bailey

House prices in the Kiama LGA, in the NSW Illawarra region, were up 39.5 per cent in the year ending October. Picture: Shutterstock

The regional areas with 40pc-plus property price growth

Jack Needham

FINAL FLIGHT: The F/A-18A/B Classic Hornet has served the Australian air force for 30 years.

WATCHFinal flight for iconic Hornet takes place as military retires fleet

Meteorologist Sarah Scully said the rain will affect New South Wales, Queensland, the ACT and parts of Victoria during the Bureau of Meteorology's severe weather update.

WATCHNo respite from rain as wet weather continues for eastern Australia

Scenes of COVID testing from around the Hunter and Lake Macquarie. File image.

NSW Omicron COVID case visited several shops, KFC and Pizza Hut

BoM "really concerned" about flooding in northern NSW

WATCHBoM "really concerned" about flooding in northern NSW

Mayo MP Rebekha Sharkie in Federal Parliament on Monday night. Picture: aph.gov.au

Maeve's Law: Rebekha Sharkie opens up over sick baby grandson

Karen Barlow

Paul Kelly says Australia cannot keep Omicron out forever. Picture: Elesa Kurtz

We 'can't keep Omicron out forever', but reopening plans to pause

Finn McHugh

Health Minister Greg Hunt has appealed for Australians to stay calm and carry on. Picture: ACM image

WATCHBe alert, but not alarmed, by Omicron

Editorial

Cumulative of up to 50 to 100mm are expected in parts of the country from Tuesday to Wednesday.

WATCHLa Nina set to bring more rain and flooding to eastern Australia this week

Shivé Prema

When Love Island is really Lord of the Flies

OPINIONWhen Love Island is really Lord of the Flies

Marie Low

Know the warnings signs of dependency, addiction

OPINIONKnow the warnings signs of dependency, addiction

Dr Christian Rowan

Scenes of COVID testing in NSW. Picture: File image.

DIGESTThat didn't take long, omicron

Kayla Osborne

Guests toast being aboard Coral Geographer. Photo: Jeurgen Freund

Cruising set to make comeback

Sue Preston

TRAILBLAZER: Bill Onus in Fitzroy (1946). Still from Ablaze. Photo: Eric Onus

Film a key to leader's hidden history

Rowan Cowley

STAYING CONNECTED: Lex Marinos and Patricia Amphlett take radio and podcast listeners on a romp through the perils, pitfalls and precious moments of ageing.

Radio and podcast show targets older Australians

Eileen Wood

Crossbencher Jacqui Lambie says she will not vote for the government's proposed voter ID laws.

Voter identity laws heading towards defeat

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Late-stage abortions remain rare occurrences, Northern Territory Health Minister Natasha Fyles says.

NT overhauls abortion laws, more choice

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An Aboriginal woman has died in custody while being treated at Sunshine Hospital in Melbourne.

Victorian Aboriginal woman dies in custody

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Minister for Health Greg Hunt is expected to announce he will not contest the next federal election.

Greg Hunt expected to resign from politics

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Three people have found after fleeing the Howard Springs quarantine facility near Darwin.

NT cases grow, quarantine runaways found

Aaron Bunch
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A WA teachers union says there is no guarantee of a teacher in front of every class next year.

WA teachers seek pay rise amid shortages

Michael Ramsey
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NSW has recorded 251 new COVID-19 cases and no deaths in the latest reporting period.

Likely sixth Omicron case found in NSW

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State and territory leaders have agreed to hold the line on domestic COVID-19 restrictions.

No immediate domestic COVID-19 changes

Georgie Moore
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SA launches drive-through vax clinic

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CLEAR DIRECTION: Wattle Range Council chief executive office Ben Gower is pleased there is a clear pathway forward for the Millicent saleyards.

Millicent saleyards set to remain open

Claire Harris
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New season grain loading into a bunker at Tailem Bend.

Harvest deliveries pass 1mt

Ads aren't just about what they say. What they imply also matters. Photo: Shutterstock

Examining a couple of the ad tactics used for crude oil fuels

Sam Hollier

Chyka Keebaugh with items from her new Harris Scarfe collection. Photos: Supplied

Christmas with Chyka - her expert tips for a festive house

HOMELY FEEL: Blockheads Hayden and Sara Vale chose concrete and timber to feature throughout their multi-storey home. This presents a balanced, yet luxurious feel as it incorporates flooring, joinery, furnishings and accents. Photos: supplied by the Vales.

Shack to chic in five stunning storeys

Vickii Byram