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DIGESTA day of heroes, history and division across the nation

HEROES: An exhausted firefighter catches some sleep on the NSW South Coast.

DIGESTThe Informer: We could be heroes just for one day (apologies, Mr Bowie)

File photo. Picture: Adam McLean

Eighth day of no locally acquired COVID-19 cases

Victoria has loosened its restrictions on household gatherings. Picture: Shutterstock

DIGESTFeeling the heat, but Australia avoids COVID troubles

January 26 is referred to as Invasion Day by a large number of Australians. Picture: Jamila Toderas

DIGESTJanuary 26: the debate about the date

Emily Sweet

Prime Minister Scott Morrison. Picture: Karleen Minney

International arrivals cap will not be raised: Morrison

Harley Dennett

Prime Minister Scott Morrison has cooled on Queensland's push to establish remote quarantine facilities in disused mining camps. Picture: Getty Images

International COVID situation on national cabinet agenda

Sally Whyte

Health Minister Greg Hunt said Australia is learning lessons from vaccine rollouts overseas. Picture: Elesa Kurtz

Extra 500 workers, more training announced as part of vaccine rollout

Sally Whyte

Inter Milan's coach Antonio Conte was shown a red card during the match against Udinese Calcio.

Inter coach cops ban for abusing referee

Barcelona have had to play in an empty stadium since last March because of the pandemix.

Barcelona report shows crippling debts

Nick Kyrgios says he will continue to hold tennis players accountable. Picture: Jamila Toderas

'The morals I've grown up with': Why Kyrgios took a stand

Caden Helmers

Inter Milan's coach Antonio Conte was shown a red card during the match against Udinese Calcio.

Inter coach cops ban for abusing referee

Despite some questionable decisions, Tim Paine remains the best choice as Australian captain. Photo: Bradley Kanaris/Getty Images

OPINIONPaine should stay as Test skipper

Howard Kotton

Conor McGregor is tipped to beat Dustin Poirier in their UFC rematch in Abu Dhabi on Saturday.

McGregor favourite against Poirier in UFC

Aussie Ark president Tim Faulkner says devils can help keep fox and feral cat numbers down.

LISTENDevils make a comeback on the mainland

Aussie Ark president Tim Faulkner says devils can help keep fox and feral cat numbers down.

LISTENDevils make a comeback on the mainland

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

The Factory in Gosford is heaven for chocolate fans.

Top spots for Easter getaways in 2021

Andrea Bell

Hot travel deals: Stunning Tasmania, luxurious Hamilton Island and more

Hot travel deals: Stunning Tasmania, luxurious Hamilton Island and more

Explore Travel

The sweet serenity of Lake Macquarie

The sweet serenity of Lake Macquarie

Teresa Ooi

HOPEFUL: Perth indie band Spacey Jane are expected to lead the Aussie charge in triple j's Hottest 100.

MUSICWhat's looking hot for triple j's annual big bash

Josh Leeson

EMOTIONAL RIDE: Olly Alexander in It's A Sin, which follows a group of gay friends struggling with the AIDS epidemic in '80s London.

Sin-free reminder of shameful period of recent history

Josh Leeson

WandaVision not all it appears - is it homage or fantasy?

Josh Leeson

HOPEFUL: Perth indie band Spacey Jane are expected to lead the Aussie charge in triple j's Hottest 100.

MUSICWhat's looking hot for triple j's annual big bash

STILL FIGHTING: Ralph Macchio (Daniel LaRusso) and William Zabka (Johnny Lawrence) in season three of Cobra Kai.
Below, Whoopi Goldberg in The Stand.

Cobrai Kai continues to kick butt in season three

Josh Leeson

CHARISMATIC: Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp addressing his players in the dressing room after winning the English Premier League title ending a 30-year drought. Below, Jurgen Klopp celebrating with the trophy.

Liverpool's hot run an emotional journey for Klopp and fans

Josh Leeson

Harness the power of word of mouth

Harness the power of word of mouth

Emma Brown

Take a tour: The Haven is one of the range of homes in Clarendon's new Essentials Collection now on display at Waterford County, Thornton.

Compact spaciousness: Welcome to the perfect homes for a smaller block

Melbourne Cup 2020

Melbourne Cup 2020

Harness the power of word of mouth

Harness the power of word of mouth

JOBS, JOBS, JOBS: Joel Fitzgibbon firmly believes Australia's national interest and Australia's trade interest are one and the same thing.

Trade relations must be managed, not damaged

Simon Walker

COMMITMENT: The team at Export Finance Australia offers financial expertise and solutions that will drive sustainable growth to benefit both the nation and its partners. Photo: Export Finance Australia

Finance solutions to help Aussie exporters during COVID-19

OUTDOOR ENTERTAINING: According to Mike Mortlock, an addition of a roofed outdoor relaxation and entertainment area will drive holiday makers to your home. Photo - Shutterstock.

Turn your holiday home dud into a diamond

OUTDOOR ENTERTAINING: According to Mike Mortlock, an addition of a roofed outdoor relaxation and entertainment area will drive holiday makers to your home. Photo - Shutterstock.

Turn your holiday home dud into a diamond

Homes selling sight unseen becoming mainstream

Homes selling sight unseen becoming mainstream

Homes selling sight unseen becoming mainstream

Homes selling sight unseen becoming mainstream

Experts size up the 2021 market

Experts size up the 2021 market

Ruth Lewis

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

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

GIVING BACK: Paul Tuckerman says his work in the community is an integral part of his life. Picture: Adam McLean

'We have a responsibility to act': Thirroul resident reflects on decades of contribution

Natalie Croxon

Scamwatch: Customers of streaming services targeted by scammers

Scamwatch: Customers of streaming services targeted by scammers

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

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

GIVING BACK: Paul Tuckerman says his work in the community is an integral part of his life. Picture: Adam McLean

'We have a responsibility to act': Thirroul resident reflects on decades of contribution

Tracey Rowland. Photo supplied.

Fundraiser concert for cancer patient

Louise Nichols

Gumtree

Spotting a scam: Tips for shopping on Gumtree

"How would you feel?" Craig Foster. Marc Stapelberg.

Craig Foster recognised for speaking out on refugees in detention

Diana Chan explores the cusines of Asia in her latest series for SBS. Supplied

Exploring the many tastes of Asia

Film review News of the World

The dye within a few minutes had been swept at an angle along Rosedale Beach, before being sucked out behind the breakers.

Safe in shallow water? Watch how fast kids can get into trouble

Eight visionaries, heroes and changemakers making us proud

Eight visionaries, heroes and changemakers making us proud

Whale sharks are native to the Ningaloo area more than 1000 kilometres north. Photo: File image

See whale shark in action in this rare sighting

Daniela Cooper

The Local Hero nominees include Dr Kirby White, left (with Dr Nicole Townsend holding up a gown) from Victoria.

Local heroes stepping up to answer the call of their communities

Juanita Greville

BUSINESSWOMAN: Bliss Gifts and Homewares owner Melissa Stone. Photo by Sam Venn Photography.

A tale of family, hard work and a little store with more clicks than Kmart

Nicolette Pickard

CONCERN: Pluralism must allow a variety of opinions, even if they are controversial or in the minority. Picture: Shutterstock

OPINIONWe must allow diversity of opinion - or it's game, set, match for free speech

Father Brendan Lee

On right: Bernie Shakeshaft

REAL AUSTRALIAWorking towards a 'better and more inclusive' Australia

Bernie Shakeshaft

Digital farming clock is ticking closer to $100 billion

OPINIONDigital farming clock is ticking closer to $100 billion

Robert Hardie

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

Bushfires such as the Orroral Valley blaze in 2020 are set to become more common and cause more economic damage, according to a new report. Picture: Sitthixay Ditthavong

'It's going to get worse': Cost of extreme weather doubles since 1970s

'I can't save money for potential emergencies': lockdowns drove elderly into energy poverty

'I can't save money for potential emergencies': lockdowns drove elderly into energy poverty

About 30 per cent of single Australians use dating apps to meet partners, new research suggests.

How Australian singles are getting dates

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By 2040, more couples will be meeting online than in the real world, according to new research.

'E-babies', online couples to become norm

1hr ago

Australians appear to be over their jitters surrounding recent coronavirus outbreaks.

Consumers buoyed by falling unemployment

Colin Brinsden, AAP Economics and Business Correspondent
1hr ago

Former Nationals leader Barnaby Joyce has come out swinging against the alliance with the Liberals.

Barnaby Joyce criticises federal coalition

Daniel McCulloch
1hr ago

Australia stands to lose more from climate change-fuelled extreme weather than many other nations.

Economic alarm sounded over climate change

Rebecca Gredley
1hr ago

The International Monetary Fund has raised its forecast for global economic growth.

IMF lifts growth forecast on vaccine hopes

Colin Brinsden, AAP Economics and Business Correspondent
1hr ago

Allan Clarke, Delbie Park, Tocumwal is back growing soybeans for the first time since 2015. He said he took the punt and put 35 hectares in following predictions of a wet summer.

Rise of beans in the Riverina

Olivia Calver
2m ago

Last Aussie-built Holden up for auction; rare Maloo going for more than $1m

Last Aussie-built Holden up for auction; rare Maloo going for more than $1m

Kim Chappell
1hr ago

Outbreaks of COVID-19 in NSW has resulted in ag shows scheduled for this January to cancel or change their plans. Refer to the agshowsnsw.org.au website for updates. Photo: File photo

UPDATEDShows cancel or change plans due to COVID-19, again

Hannah Powe
1hr ago

Samsung's new flagship series pushes the boundaries of smartphone capability

Samsung's new flagship series pushes the boundaries of smartphone capability

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Depends a bit on what you're driving as to how you regain grip. Photos: Sam Hollier.

Getting back to basics: dealing with understeer and oversteer

Sam Hollier
1hr ago

Diana Chan explores the cusines of Asia in her latest series for SBS. Supplied

Exploring the many tastes of Asia

Karen Hardy