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Logan Martin of Australia competes in the men's BMX Freestyle seeding at the 2020 Summer Olympics. Photo: AP Photo/Ben Curtis

The Aussies to watch at the Olympics on Sunday

NSW Health Minister Brad Hazzard

NSW records 210 new COVID-19 cases

Luke Costin and Hannah Ryan

John Peers and Ash Barty have claimed bronze in mixed doubles. Picture: Getty

LIVETokyo Olympics day eight: Medals flowing as Barty and Peers win bronze; McKeown wins gold

Caden Helmers
Karen Hardy

David Rogers retunred to his hometown of Tathra to pursue his passion as a photographer.

Merimbula Motel Art Fair attracts crowds and healthy paycheques for Bega Valley artists

Ellouise Bailey

Go for gold: The Ringer gets into shape for the Farm Olympics.

WATCHWelcome to the Farm Olympics: How everyday athletes are made

Ashley Walmsley

Where to see whales this migration season

WATCHWhere to see whales this migration season

Emma Horn

Student Harry Allen (pictured), 19, got the Pfizer vaccine and said it "went really well" as he "didn't feel a thing" from the jab on Monday

WATCHFour under 60s and a teenager explain why they were vaccinated against COVID-19

Shivé Prema

Logan Martin of Australia competes in the men's BMX Freestyle seeding at the 2020 Summer Olympics. Photo: AP Photo/Ben Curtis

The Aussies to watch at the Olympics on Sunday

NSW Health Minister Brad Hazzard

NSW records 210 new COVID-19 cases

Luke Costin and Hannah Ryan

Logan Martin of Australia competes in the men's BMX Freestyle seeding at the 2020 Summer Olympics. Photo: AP Photo/Ben Curtis

The Aussies to watch at the Olympics on Sunday

The Australian bronze-winning 4x100m mixed medley relay team - Kaylee McKeown, Zac Stubblety-Cook, Matthew Temple and Emma McKeon. Picture: AAP

DIGESTWonder women at the Olympics and more Covid

Passengers set for quarantine arrive at Canberra Airport. Picture: Dion Georgopoulos

There's no department 'in charge' of quarantine, govt reveals

Weekend agenda: Snacks, streaming and staying home

DIGESTWeekend agenda: Snacks, streaming and staying home

NSW has asked to use ADF personnel during Sydney's lockdown. Australia's golden guy Zac Stubblety-Cook (inset). Photos: AAP

DIGESTHow to clean up our 'world-class mess

It looks like a duck and quacks like a duck. Just don't call it JobKeeper.

DIGESTHelp is on the way, but don't call it JobKeeper

Janine Graham

NSW authorities are telling people to get any vaccine they can.

ANALYSISDelta variant changes AstraZeneca calculations

Finn McHugh

Prime Minister Scott Morrison and (inset) Parliament House. Pictures: Elesa Kurtz, Dion Georgopoulos

Parliament locks out the public to prevent outbreak

Harley Dennett
Karen Barlow

Ariarne Titmus with her first Olympic gold medal. Picture: Maddie Meyer/Getty Images

DIGESTTwo very different races stop the nation

Melbourne will face Gold Coast in the AFL at Marvel Stadium on Sunday.

AFL flees Qld lockdown, NRL pushes on

Ed Jackson and Anna Harrington
2hrs ago

GRNSW Chief Executive Officer Tony Mestrov.

OPINIONPlan for $1 million TAB Million Dollar Chase launch

Tony Mestrov

RACING ACTION: Dogs have been racing at Nowra for 50 years now. Photo: On The Ball Photography.

Fifty years of thrilling finishes at Nowra

Melbourne will face Gold Coast in the AFL at Marvel Stadium on Sunday.

AFL flees Qld lockdown, NRL pushes on

2hrs ago

BIG IMPACT: Laurie Daley says that Craig Bellamy is the chief reason why the Storm is such a heavyweight in the NRL. Photo: Bradley Kanaris/Getty Images

OPINIONIs Craig Bellamy the greatest NRL coach of all time?

Laurie Daley

Like the Hawks, this year's Kangaroos have shown more than a hint of promise. Photo: Darrian Traynor/Getty Images

OPINIONNot your typical wooden spooners

Rohan Connolly

Elaine Thompson-Herah led a Jamaican one-two-three in the women's 100m final in Tokyo.

Jamaican Thompson-Herah defends 100m title

26m ago

Elaine Thompson-Herah led a Jamaican one-two-three in the women's 100m final in Tokyo.

Jamaican Thompson-Herah defends 100m title

26m ago

Matthew Denny has finished fourth in the men's discus final at the Tokyo Olympics.

Denny fourth in Olympic discus final

57m ago

Matthew Denny has finished fourth in the men's discus final at the Tokyo Olympics.

Denny fourth in Olympic discus final

57m ago

The Hockeyroos have beaten Argentina 2-0 for their fifth straight victory at the Tokyo Olympics.

Record-breaking Hockeyroos remain perfect

57m ago

The Hockeyroos have beaten Argentina 2-0 for their fifth straight victory at the Tokyo Olympics.

Record-breaking Hockeyroos remain perfect

57m ago

Sister Brigid and Anjali Sharma one of the teenagers who brought the duty of care case against the Environment Minister. Picture: Supplied

LISTENEight kids and a nun walk into court, and it's no joke for rural Aussies

Sister Brigid and Anjali Sharma one of the teenagers who brought the duty of care case against the Environment Minister. Picture: Supplied

LISTENEight kids and a nun walk into court, and it's no joke for rural Aussies

Brumby Bar & Grill co-owner Patricia Borthwick-Higgs has had to reduce the number of patrons in the pub because she doesn't have the staff to serve them. Picture: Tom Melville

LISTENJobs abound in snow country, so why isn't anyone applying?

Brumby Bar & Grill co-owner Patricia Borthwick-Higgs has had to reduce the number of patrons in the pub because she doesn't have the staff to serve them. Picture: Tom Melville

LISTENJobs abound in snow country, so why isn't anyone applying?

Anna Winter, team leader, run the court-mandated drug diversion program in Tasmania's North-West. Picture: Brodie Weeding

LISTENWhy is everyone in this courtroom so happy?

Anna Winter, team leader, run the court-mandated drug diversion program in Tasmania's North-West. Picture: Brodie Weeding

LISTENWhy is everyone in this courtroom so happy?

Disclaimer: Garage sale listings are based on the latest information available at the time of publishing. Please follow advice from government authorities on social, business, travel and other restrictions to help keep yourself and others safe. ACM takes no responsibility for any consequences arising from these listings.

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CHEMISTRY: Dwayne Johnson and Emily Blunt keep the tension brooding on their adventure down the Amazon in Jungle Cruise. Below, the cast of The Moth Effect.

Dwayne Johnson doesn't rock the boat in Jungle Cruise

Josh Leeson

South Coast Gig Guide, July 27-August 1

WHAT'S ONSouth Coast Gig Guide, July 27-August 1

Disclaimer: Garage sale listings are based on the latest information available at the time of publishing. Please follow advice from government authorities on social, business, travel and other restrictions to help keep yourself and others safe. ACM takes no responsibility for any consequences arising from these listings.

Find a garage sale in NSW and the ACT

COUNTRY BOY: Riley Catherall was studying jazz and blues, but the story-telling of Americana returned him to his childhood roots.

MUSICRiley Catherall finds calling in homespun stories

Josh Leeson

Wallagoot Lake, by Peter Hannan.

WHAT'S ONSapphire Coast Art Month launches with Merimbula motel fair

Home refinancing is under the spotlight at the moment as low interest rates and booming house prices open up possibilities for savvy home owners.

Thinking about refinancing your home loan? Now might be the perfect time

Why customers are turning to comparison websites to source energy deals

Why customers are turning to comparison websites to source energy deals

Dellaram Vreeland

How to take the stress out of moving and guarantee your bond back

How to take the stress out of moving and guarantee your bond back

Home refinancing is under the spotlight at the moment as low interest rates and booming house prices open up possibilities for savvy home owners.

Thinking about refinancing your home loan? Now might be the perfect time

Local truffle grower Fiona Kotvojs welcomes visitors to find their own truffles on her farm. Image: Supplied.

South Coast Leisure Times: Winter 2021

Connor Pearce

Filling a void in the market

Filling a void in the market

Della Vreeland

Find your dream at realestateview.com.au

Read this week's Real Estate View here

Find your dream at realestateview.com.au

Read this week's Real Estate View here

Regional NSW residents could be set to score discounts on stays in Byron Bay as Covid restrictions prevent Sydney and Melbourne residents from travelling. Photo: Supplied

'Byron like it was in the '80s': How regional travellers can benefit from city lockdowns

Regional NSW residents could be set to score discounts on stays in Byron Bay as Covid restrictions prevent Sydney and Melbourne residents from travelling. Photo: Supplied

'Byron like it was in the '80s': How regional travellers can benefit from city lockdowns

The Royal Hotel in Armidale

Second pub sale as investors rediscover the regions

Vanessa Arundale

Regional areas, particularly those close to the coast, have been popular with city buyers. Photo: Sylvia Liber

What's next for regional house prices?

Jack Needham

This project in Newrybar, NSW was commenced after the Covid-19 pandemic began. Photo: Supplied

Architects see 'surge' in requests for regional work

Jack Needham

South Coast Gig Guide, July 27-August 1

WHAT'S ONSouth Coast Gig Guide, July 27-August 1

Turbo

Pet of the Week: Turbo traveller

SCAM ALERT: The ATO does not suspend TFNs and will never request you pay a fine or transfer money in order to protect your TFN pending legal action.

Scamwatch: Remote access scams increase 184 per cent

South Coast Gig Guide, July 27-August 1

WHAT'S ONSouth Coast Gig Guide, July 27-August 1

South Coast Gig Guide, July 20-26

WHAT'S ONSouth Coast Gig Guide, July 20-26

Merve is a little shy but fond of affection and human company.

Merve is looking for a new home

Logan Martin of Australia competes in the men's BMX Freestyle seeding at the 2020 Summer Olympics. Photo: AP Photo/Ben Curtis

The Aussies to watch at the Olympics on Sunday

David Rogers retunred to his hometown of Tathra to pursue his passion as a photographer.

Merimbula Motel Art Fair attracts crowds and healthy paycheques for Bega Valley artists

Go for gold: The Ringer gets into shape for the Farm Olympics.

WATCHWelcome to the Farm Olympics: How everyday athletes are made

Dwayne Johnson and Emily Blunt star in Jungle Cruise. Picture: Frank Masi.

Buckle up for a new cinematic ride

A scene from Shiva Baby. Picture: Supplied

REVIEWSharp, claustrophobic slice of life

Jane Freebury

A scene from Fanny Lye Deliver'd. Picture: Sharmill

Grim and violent Puritan western

Ron Cerabona

Photo: Morgan Hancock

WATCHSee the incredible moment whales, surfers share the water

Kyra Gillespie

Where to see whales this migration season

WATCHWhere to see whales this migration season

Emma Horn

While Merimbula already has a skatepark at Berrambool Oval, it has been acknowledged it is due for renewal. Is Ford Park a better location? Photo: Leah Szanto

Letters: More thought needed on options for seniors

Music on the WinterSun Festival sound stage entertained Market St crowds on Saturday.

Letters: Merimbula land developer needs to protect dunes

Ben Smyth

Mayor Russell Fitzpatrick presents Further Education Scholarship Awards to students for 2020 and 2021, to help develop local student's skills. See story Page 15.

Letters: Claims of air fuel pollution without evidence

Denise Dion

MORE HELP: 80,000 new packages are on the way. Photo: Shutterstock

Government announces 80,000 new home care packages

Eileen Wood

Yuck factor a barrier to bowel cancer screening

Yuck factor a barrier to bowel cancer screening

Rev. Bill Crews shares his rules for living a better life.

Bill Crews: Twelves rules for living a better life

Samara Ross

"The steps we are taking, we believe, are proportionate," Tasmania Premier Peter Gutwein says.

Tasmania shuts out southeast Queensland

Passengers set for quarantine arrive at Canberra Airport. Picture: Dion Georgopoulos

There's no department 'in charge' of quarantine, govt reveals

NSW Health Minister Brad Hazzard says the family of a man who died, had COVID-19 symptoms.

NSW records 210 virus cases, troops ready

An anti-lockdown protest in Sydney failed to eventuate on Saturday as police turned out in force.

Latest snapshot of the coronavirus impact

The Australian bronze-winning 4x100m mixed medley relay team - Kaylee McKeown, Zac Stubblety-Cook, Matthew Temple and Emma McKeon. Picture: AAP

DIGESTWonder women at the Olympics and more Covid

Scott Morrison is urging Australians to have a "gold medal run" on COVID-19 vaccinations.

AstraZeneca making a comeback, says PM

Liz Hobday and Paul Osborne

The weather bureau is predicting a cold front, heavy rain and damaging winds, north of Perth .

Storms, minor flooding for WA

The current COVID-19 outbreak in Sydney has reached 3,192 cases, with 210 in the latest 24 hours.

COVID-19's impact on NSW: the numbers

Three of Mollie Agostinos's registered Highland heifers at Malongulli, Canowindra. Photos: supplied

Highland crossbreeding the gift that keeps on giving | Photos

Hannah Powe

Lorraine Inwood creates unusual garden art like this imaginative leadlight cobweb (spot the spider).

Art for the winter blues

FIONA OGILVIE

With their drone: Project team members Hillary Cherry NSW DPIE, Associate Professor Lihong Zheng Charles Sturt, Dr Remy Dehaan and Dr Jane Kelly Charles Sturt University, Wendy Menz NSW DPIE. Photo: Graham Centre

Technology assists weed detection in remote areas

FIBRE WITH FLAIR: Sian Redgrave incorporates fruit into her table decoration, as it looks vibrant and can be eaten later. Photos: Supplied

Entertain at home in style

SIGNS: Cats with ureteral obstructions can seem 'off colour' to owners. Picture: Shutterstock

A blockage in puss's plumbing is more than a wee problem

Dr Anne Quain

Some might not know you have to submit a "valid notice of intent to claim a deduction for personal superannuation contributions". Picture: Shutterstock.

ADVICEGetting super contributions wrong hurts tax deductions

Noel Whittaker