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Marcus Stoinis took centre stage as the Stars won their BBL Melbourne derby with the Renegades.

Finch slump continues, Stars win BBL derby

Michael Ramsey

Mates make a dash for the finish line in the 2017 Wharf to Waves

Everything you need to know about Tathra’s Wharf to Waves ocean swim

Jacob McMaster

HOMETOWN HERO: Chris Houston with his wife Amy and their two sons Kai and Harvey after a game in England. Photo: Provided.

Houston’s homecoming: NRL star ready for next phase of life

Joel Erickson

Marcus Stoinis took centre stage as the Stars won their BBL Melbourne derby with the Renegades.

Finch slump continues, Stars win BBL derby

STRONGER: The Hockeyroos' Kalindi Commerford has suffered some serious injuries in her career, but they've made her work harder. Photo: HOCKEY AUSTRALIA

The grind of pro sport

Courtney Ward

Hockeyroos' Kalindi Commerford signs autographs for young fans. Photo: SUPPLIED

‘We shouldn’t need to sell our bodies’ – Commerford

Kalindi Commerford

Ruby Bancroft, Shaylah Bandy, Mikayla Watkins, Lara Scree, Ruby Screen, Rylee Byrne, Nate Bancroft and John Watkins at the 2016-17 new Year's Eve event at Merimbula.

New Year’s Eve lineup of entertainment at Ford Park

The Spirit Allegro Choir will perform at St Joseph's Church, Merimbula.

Choir to bring joy to the world

NEW YEAR: This year the focus is firmly on a family friendly environment with all day activities planned, entertainment and a big fireworks display.

Sparkling New Year’s Eve event promised

Claudia Ferguson

Ruby Bancroft, Shaylah Bandy, Mikayla Watkins, Lara Scree, Ruby Screen, Rylee Byrne, Nate Bancroft and John Watkins at the 2016-17 new Year's Eve event at Merimbula.

New Year’s Eve lineup of entertainment at Ford Park

Gleny Rae Virus

Gleny Rae Virus and her Playboys launch CD at Nethercote Hall

An action shot as Tarzan swings in during the Dreamcoat Theatre Productions show at Twyford Hall. Photo: Angi High

Swinging success for Tarzan the Musical

From the desk of Mrs Claus: Mrs Claus opens her heart to tell the children of the world how she feels about them this Christmas.

A note from Mrs Claus to share the joy

Mrs Claus

Sarah Mostyn, of Windella Farms

Five small businesses making their dreams come true

Emma Elsworthy

Rebecca Stern, of Mustard Made.

Savvy business mums are doin' it for themselves in regional Australia

Emma Elsworthy

From the desk of Mrs Claus: Mrs Claus opens her heart to tell the children of the world how she feels about them this Christmas.

A note from Mrs Claus to share the joy

Aloha Zen’s Byron Bay Pillow, $107.00

Unique gift ideas for the hard-to-buy-guy in your life

Emma Elsworthy

ROLL UP: Bells Carnival in Batemans Bay offers summer fun for everyone.

South Coast Leisure Times: summer 2018-19

Dayle Latham

Stunning in Shoalhaven

Shoalhaven House of the Week Jan 16

Heavenly holiday spot

Eurobodalla House of the Week Jan 16

Superior style and location

Far South Coast House of the Week Jan 16

BY THE SEA: Two of Jesse Graham's striking sculptures Pelicant and Buoyansea have been permanently installed in Batemans Bay as part of a "Sculpture Walk".

Pelicant takes pride of place on Batemans Bay breakwall

Pambula SLSC members gather as Member for Bega Andrew Constance announces funding for the club. Picture: Supplied.

Pambula Surf Life Saving Club full steam ahead with $60,000 grant

Claudia Ferguson

Eden SES volunteers pictured at a 2017 Wear Orange Wednesday celebration include James Knox, Bradley Chalker, Mark Lawrence and Nev Cowgill with NRMA Merimbula staff Clare Miller and Maddi Richardson.

SES Eden hosts information, recruitment night

BY THE SEA: Two of Jesse Graham's striking sculptures Pelicant and Buoyansea have been permanently installed in Batemans Bay as part of a "Sculpture Walk".

Pelicant takes pride of place on Batemans Bay breakwall

Big pieces of furnature need to go!

Bargains galore at pop-up op shop

Claudia Ferguson

GENEROUS SOUL: Jasmin Irving with "Pink", a wallaby joey in care at Potoroo Palace. Jasmin and her friend Alina recently donated money they raised themselves to the sanctuary.

Wildlife sanctuary moved by generous young girls

Suzanne Whelan took this amazing shot of Merimbula Boardwalk which encouraged people to comment on Facebook other pictures taken during the fog-fiilled day.

Fog event on Far South Coast explained | Photos

Ewe are joking! Check out these weird and wacky ways to keep your pet cool

"Just sign here," says Sue McIntyre to a prospective competitor in the oyster shucking competition.

Sizzlin’ show at Pambula| Video

Rafael Nadal

It’s day 1 of the Australia Open and it’s hot

Family Affair: Gordon family members Russell Fitzpatrick, Margaret Gordon, Ruth Nelson, Gwen Moffitt, Jack Gordon and Maddi James with member for Bega Andrew Constance.

Pambula Show – what a sizzler

Denise Dion

Elvis impersonator John Collins looks at his reflection before boarding the Elvis Express at Central Station.

All shook up on the Elvis train to Parkes

Melissa Iaria

Lady Gaga

Colour returns to Golden Globes red carpet

Street machines: Hot rods gleam, growl through Canberra for Summernats

James Joyce

What a beauty: Vince Martin of Tura Beach had an amazing day and caught this 53cm snapper at Horseshoe Reef.

Letters to the editor

Pambula SLSC members in the festive spirit as they complete their Christmas day shift, on New Year's Day the patrol tended to four stingray injuries at the Rivermouth.

Letters to the Editor

Ho Ho Holty: Twilight nippers at Pambula Surf Life Saving Club was cut short due to a storm on Saturday, although "Santa" still made an appearance.

Letters: SES thanked for help with hail storm damage

Police are urging people to be wary giving out personal or financial details over the phone. Photo: Shutterstock.

Scammers impersonating police, using arrest threats

GET IT RIGHT: Ensuring your seat belt fits properly could prove critical in a crash.

Seat belts: Are you using yours properly?

Professor Kiarash Khosrotehrani.

Cutting off melanoma escape routes

More interstate help has arrived as Tasmania's firefighters face horrendous weather and bushfires.

Tassie braces as hot weather fuels fires

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Opposition Leader Bill Shorten has convened a panel of scientists to look into the NSW fish deaths.

Aust scientists study fish kill for Labor

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PM Scott Morrison denies the Liberals have a poor track record for recruiting and promoting women.

PM hints at changes to Liberal recruitment

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The 20-year-old man arrested over the death of student Aiia Maasarwe will appear in court on Monday.

Accused killer in court over Aiia's death

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Aiia Maasarwe's father Saeed Maasarwe wants to take her body home for a proper Muslim burial.

Body of Aiia Maasarwe to be released

Christine McGinn
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Labor leader Bill Shorten is offering a leg up for small businesses with a new procurement policy.

Local focus in new Labor procurement plan

Daniel McCulloch

Charity has status revoked after fraud case

Greg Ellis

Vikki Campion and former deputy prime minister Barnaby Joyce are reportedly expecting another child.

Barnaby Joyce, partner expecting baby two

Back in time: The historic Mary Valley Rattler.

Relive history this Australia Day weekend

John Rozentals

Adventure Bay Retreat: Something special on Bruny Island. Photo: Brad Harris

Your weekly travel inspiration

John Rozentals

Wilpena Pound: a natural amphitheatre.

Find yourself in the Flinders Ranges

John Rozental

Lots of benefits: Worms not only munch through a lot of your food waste, but will also produce fertiliser that your plants will love.

Worms help reduce waste

For more recipes see australianlamb.com.au

Try this: Honey, pineapple and chilli lamb leg

Possible tax hikes: If Labor succeeds in making both these changes, a top-rate taxpayer will suddenly find themselves paying CGT of 36.75% – an increase of almost 58%.

Our CGT may be one of the highest in the world

Noel Whittaker