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Young prop faces fitness battle

Pic: KATRINA PARTRIDGE PHOTOGRAPHY

It's a relief more than anything: Blowes

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Todd Blowes. Pic: BRADLEY PHOTOGRAPHERS

Bowman 'factor' reinforces galloper's favouritism

Grahame Timbrell

Young prop faces fitness battle

Scone trainer Stephen Jones

Luck has been 'a bit kinder to us'

Ray Hickson

It all comes down to this | PHOTOS

Alex Tigani

Breathtaking in its beauty, power and expression

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FUNDRAISING: Singleton Red Cross members Chris Mathers, president Di Sneddon and Judith Walker in Gowrie Street Mall.

Enjoy a day in this beautiful garden: Sneddon

A unique comedic edge

Breathtaking in its beauty, power and expression

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It's a kind of magic

We’re really looking forward to it: Googe

Rod Thompson

CUTTING THROUGH WITH SKILLS: Thiess coal quality geologist Sarah with local school students during the one of the Upper Hunter Mining Dialogue school tours to Mount Pleasant.

Targeting the best people

INSPIRED: Dr Wendy Brooks (Director); Janelle French; Sam Cobcroft; Jennifer Kershaw; Katrina Constable; Gillian Miles (all teaching staff based at Muswellbrook who provide tuition on all instruments, for all ages).

Taking positive steps

INSPIRED: Dr Wendy Brooks (Director); Janelle French; Sam Cobcroft; Jennifer Kershaw; Katrina Constable; Gillian Miles (all teaching staff based at Muswellbrook who provide tuition on all instruments, for all ages).

Taking positive steps

CUTTING THROUGH WITH SKILLS: Thiess coal quality geologist Sarah with local school students during the one of the Upper Hunter Mining Dialogue school tours to Mount Pleasant.

Targeting the best people

RAISING STANDARDS: Biglift Cranes general manager Billie Sharp is proud of the support her company gives women in the workforce.

Leading lady lifting profile on equality

CUTTING THROUGH WITH SKILLS: Thiess coal quality geologist Sarah with local school students during the one of the Upper Hunter Mining Dialogue school tours to Mount Pleasant.

Targeting the best people

Homes sold recently in regional NSW centres.

Regional NSW property hotspots – and what to expect in 2019

ON THE HORIZON: Realtair managing director Peter Matthews says the real estate cliche, ‘location, location, location’ is ever present when water is concerned. Hot spots such as cafe strips and transport services are areas that provide lifestyle to add further value to the water.

Bringing alive your coastal dream

Lydia Roberts

First impressions: Using quality photos in real estate listings can make all the difference.

Are professional photos worth it?

Ruth Lewis

Wide range of options being considered

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READY TO RIDE: Cyclists get in practice for the upcoming Royal Far West charity ride through south-west NSW.

Ride for country kids

Help needed to restock the pantry

Wide range of options being considered

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Trip of a lifetime

Drew Keith trials the new "stand up wheelchair" he and his work colleagues hope to raise funds for to purchase.

With a little help from his friends

An Ambulance Victoria officer runs away from a seal at Port Fairy on Saturday afternoon.

Watch as rogue seal chases ambo after attacking woman

Morrison gives his version of talks in tense interview with Waleed Aly

Farmer protest

Farmer blocks PM

NOT SO FAST: Shoalhaven dairy farmer Robert Miller stands between the PM's convoy and the way out of Nowra on a one-way street at Jellybean Park on Friday. Picture: Rebecca Fist

Farmer blocks PM’s convoy: ‘Cheaper to wash car with milk’

NOT SO FAST: Shoalhaven dairy farmer Robert Miller stands between the PM's convoy and the way out of Nowra on a one-way street at Jellybean Park on Friday. Picture: Rebecca Fist

Farmer blocks PM’s convoy: ‘Cheaper to wash car with milk’

Rebecca Fist

Girl power: Brie Larson is a force to be reckoned with in Marvel Studios' latest offering, the brilliantly-soundtracked Captain Marvel, rated M, in cinemas now.

Captain Marvel review: New hero for girls all over

Jess Layt

Jailed: Lennard Downes leaves Wollongong courthouse during a previous court appearance. On Thursday, he left the building in the back of a Corrective Services van, bound for SIlverwater jail.

Listen to the secret recordings that helped jail abusive child care worker

Shannon Tonkin

Girl power: Brie Larson is a force to be reckoned with in Marvel Studios' latest offering, the brilliantly-soundtracked Captain Marvel, rated M, in cinemas now.

Captain Marvel review: New hero for girls all over

Jess Layt

Don't believe the hype about alkaline water

Dr Mary McMillan

Flexible work requires more than lip service

Zoë Wundenberg

Indigenous people among most vulnerable

Marlie Thomas

End-of-life doula Helen Callanan

Doulas provide support for the dying

Eileen Wood

ON REFLECTION: Simon Cullen with the Lookinglass artifical intelligence mirror.

AI mirror monitors Parkinson’s signs

BE SAFE: If you find it is too tricky or unsafe to fit a smoke alarm yourself, contact your nearest Fire and Rescue NSW station for advice.

Be alarmed about fire risk

Douglas Derick Eustace fatally stabbed Mary Freeman four months after their wedding.

Vic man jailed for wife's stabbing murder

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Jordon Von Stanke (L) and Dominic Von Stanke have been jailed for manslaughter.

Brothers jailed over fatal SA bashing

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A study has found women who work two or more night shifts per week have a higher risk of miscarriage

Night shift raises miscarriage risk: study

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One Nation's James Ashby reportedly sought $US20 million in funds from US lobby groups.

One Nation sought US pro-gun money: report

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Talking about a coal-fired power station in Queensland is pointless, David Littleproud says.

New Qld coal plant moot point: Littleproud

Rebecca Gredley
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A man remains in a Queensland hospital after being attacked by a shark in the Whitsundays.

Man in Qld hospital after shark attack

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Leader Bill Shorten says a Labor govt will ensure a 'living wage' meets real costs of life.

Labor outlines living wage law change

Paul Osborne
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Qld Corrective Services Mark Ryan says the government will retake control of privately run jails.

Qld to end private jails experiment

Tracey Ferrier
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Judging at Moss Vale show this month. Shows bring the whole community together.

Show societies fight Crown Lands Act changes

John Ellicott
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Newly-elected Oxley member, Melinda Pavey, is talking about running for Nationals NSW Deputy Leader. Photo: Letitia Fitzpatrick.

Melinda Pavey considers NSW Nationals deputy leader role

Letitia Fitzpatrick

The livestock marketing team from C.L Squires and Co, Inverell in action selling 3520 head quality weaners. Photo: John Peden

Hereford weaners at Inverell sold to $944.35

'Once-in-a-lifetime' experience at Western Plains Zoo

John Rozentals

More than just a 'motel of the seas', cruising is a must-do travel experience

Scott McRae

Photo: Lifetime Private Retreats

South Australia: You're soaking in it ... with the best views available

TOO TIRED: Daytime sleepiness is just one of the symptoms of sleep disorders and causes for it are many, from polymyalgia rheumatica or chronic fatigue syndrome to narcolepsy.

When too much sleep is not enough

HealthShare
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Troy Purple (Instagram @simplysandscribes) creates stunning art on the sands of Moon Bay with nothing but a short stick and a majestic natural canvas. Photo: Ben Smyth

'Sand Scribe' Troy Purple carves out a natural therapy

Ben Smyth

EXOTIC GREENHOUSE: This trend celebrates the beauty of nature and plants by inviting fresh greenery and colour indoors.

Make your own wall clock