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WINNER: 2018's National Contemporary Jewellery Prize winner Michaela Pegum with her neck piece 'Subtle Body'. PHOTO: Contributed

Griffith gallery rolls out red carpet for prestigious awards

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DRIVEN: Southcity's Tim Hurst looks to get an offload away after being met solidly by the Yass Magpies defence at the West Wyalong Knockout earlier this year. Picture: Emma Hillier

Popular rugby league knockout cancelled

TEA AND TALK: How you can help and be supportive

TEA AND TALK: How you can help and be supportive

SIRU's women take out Capital 7s title

SIRU's women take out Capital 7s title

HE WILL BE MISSED: Amarjit Singh pictured in 2009, recently passed away from Motor Neurone Disease was one of the city's well-known residents.

Amarjit Singh made his home in Griffith

"The brass in the piano actually started to melt. That's how hot it got", Torrington resident Richard Cork lost a property to fire on November 8, 2019. PHOTO: Andrew Messenger

LISTENWhen these wilderness escapes became death traps

A draft like no other after a season like no other

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Griffith gallery rolls out red carpet for prestigious awards

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Summer coming early for Griffith, with another hot weekend on the horizon

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Christmas gifts and support for a good cause

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Ancestors remembered at archeological dig site

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Griffith distillery puts Riverina on the map for whiskey

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A pizzeria worker sparked Australia's strictest - and briefest - COVID-19 lockdown. Picture: Shutterstock

OPINIONHating on the SA pizza guy won't fix an entirely foreseeable problem

Qantas CEO Alan Joyce indicated international passengers could be required to prove they have been vaccinated against COVID-19. Picture: Getty Images

EXPLAINERNo jab, no fly: who decides on mandate?

Children may transmit coronavirus at the same rate as adults: what we now know about schools and COVID-19

ANALYSISChildren may transmit coronavirus at the same rate as adults: what we now know about schools and COVID-19

Some of the country's busiest air routes have resumed. Picture: Karleen Minney

EXPLAINERAs borders reopen, what is next for domestic air travel?

A QR code check-in system is used to view a cafe menu. Picture: Matt Loxton

QR code concerns: Call for businesses to comply with guidelines

Sarah Basford Canales

Stanley James Brodel, a new grandson for Karleen Minney, living in Melbourne.

OPINIONI'm ready to crawl from Canberra to Victoria for my 'Stanley cuddles'

Karleen Minney

A higher price for produce is one of the ramifications of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Picture: Shutterstock

OPINIONMaking lemonade in 2020

Jasper Lindell

Flights will continue to run from Adelaide and Canberra amid further restrictions to travel from. Picture: Karleen Minney

New rules for SA travellers to the ACT

Julia Kanapathippillai

TOP TRIO: Caleb Serong, Hayden Young and Liam Henry made their AFL debuts for Fremantle in 2020. They were all top-10 draftees. Picture: Getty Images

A draft like no other after a season like no other

Justine McCullagh-Beasy
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RETURN: Standout junior Jack Rowston will be back in the Griffith fold for next season. Picture: Emma Hillier

Dreyer expects to head up young Swans outfit in 2021

Jon Tuxworth

WELL BOWLED: Diggers' Luke Peruzzi was praised for his effort with the ball against Coro by captain Trevor Richards. PHOTO: Liam Warren

Weather could intervene in GDCA season once more

Liam Warren

TOP TRIO: Caleb Serong, Hayden Young and Liam Henry made their AFL debuts for Fremantle in 2020. They were all top-10 draftees. Picture: Getty Images

A draft like no other after a season like no other

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NEWEST MEMBER: Bob Barker presents Hall of Fame medallion to Ed Frkovic.

Scorching temperatures no deterrent for joggers

Ron Anson

PERFORMER: Owen Robinson scored 54 not out in Griffith's Milliken Shield win over Coleambally on Sunday. PHOTO: Liam Warren

Juniors battle through warm mornings

Roy Binks

"The brass in the piano actually started to melt. That's how hot it got", Torrington resident Richard Cork lost a property to fire on November 8, 2019. PHOTO: Andrew Messenger

LISTENWhen these wilderness escapes became death traps

"The brass in the piano actually started to melt. That's how hot it got", Torrington resident Richard Cork lost a property to fire on November 8, 2019. PHOTO: Andrew Messenger

LISTENWhen these wilderness escapes became death traps

Rick and Carolyn Lean lost their son to suicide two years ago after a long battle with addiction and mental health issues. Photo: Kellsey Galea

LISTENHow one city is trying to tackle its drug problem from within

Rick and Carolyn Lean lost their son to suicide two years ago after a long battle with addiction and mental health issues. Photo: Kellsey Galea

LISTENHow one city is trying to tackle its drug problem from within

The Drip Gorge, near Mudgee. PHOTO: Mudgee District Environment Group

LISTENMeet the women fighting for The Drip

The Drip Gorge, near Mudgee. PHOTO: Mudgee District Environment Group

LISTENMeet the women fighting for The Drip

Insider's guide to getting away in Sydney

Insider's guide to getting away in Sydney

Bernadette Chua

Vivere Retreat has stunning views over the Baw Baw Ranges. Picture: Supplied

No room at the inn? Try the 12 stays of Christmas

Britt Lazarus

These hills aren't just for skiing - head to the Snowies in summer.

Hike, ride, relax in high country heaven

Rose Jacobs

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Altina Wildlife Park's newest additions - zebra foals. PHOTO: Midstate Video Productions

WHAT'S ONTwo zebra foals just start of Altina baby boom

LIVE ON THE STAGE: Country music sensation Fanny Lumsden will bring live music to Griffith Regional Theatre on Sunday. PHOTO: Supplied

WHAT'S ONFanny Lumsden helps kick start live music revival

RECONNECTING: Rosie Taprell and President of Griffith Women in Business Belinda Johns are looking forward to putting 2020 behind them and getting a fresh start to next year. PHOTO: Kat Vella

Businesswomen to toast to 2021 and put COVID year behind them

Katherine Vella

Altina Wildlife Park's newest additions - zebra foals. PHOTO: Midstate Video Productions

WHAT'S ONTwo zebra foals just start of Altina baby boom

BACK IN ACTION: The Brobenah Burnouts competition will be held this weekend, with around 500 spectators allowed at the event. PHOTO: Gabrielle Napier

WHAT'S ONBurnouts ready to rev up at 'grand final'

Talia Pattison

RUN OF THE RIVER: Redneck River Run organiser Gavin Gilbert said 40 boats would leave Darlington Point on Friday to help raise funds for Country Hope. PHOTO: Contributed

WHAT'S ONRedneck River Run event raising funds

Declan Rurenga

Ensuring communities are set to thrive post pandemic

Ensuring communities are set to thrive post pandemic

Your future trip is outback

Your future trip is outback

Emma Brown

The mighty Murray cruise

The mighty Murray cruise

Emma Brown

Ensuring communities are set to thrive post pandemic

Ensuring communities are set to thrive post pandemic

Holiday season plans look-up as lockdowns are eased

Holiday season plans look-up as lockdowns are eased

Emma Brown

Garage Sale Trail kicks off

Garage Sale Trail kicks off

SELLING FAST: The average Victorian home is spending just 33 days on the market according to the latest figures from the Real Estate Institute of Victoria. Photo - Shutterstock.

Optimism returns to Victoria

SELLING FAST: The average Victorian home is spending just 33 days on the market according to the latest figures from the Real Estate Institute of Victoria. Photo - Shutterstock.

Optimism returns to Victoria

COMPROMISE: According to new research, almost half (45%) of Australians say they settled for something other than their perfect home, with the most common compromises including location, home size and price. Photo - Shutterstock.

The highs and lows for Australian house hunters

COMPROMISE: According to new research, almost half (45%) of Australians say they settled for something other than their perfect home, with the most common compromises including location, home size and price. Photo - Shutterstock.

The highs and lows for Australian house hunters

A dynamic not been seen for years

A dynamic not been seen for years

EXTEND YOUR HORIZONS: Expect to pay upwards of $1000 a week for a holiday home in the Whitsundays, Queensland, during the traditional summer break.

When the holiday is over, let the investment kick in

Lydia Roberts

New, quick way to search the property market

New, quick way to search the property market

Joanne Crawford

HUMBLY ACCEPTED ON BEHALF OF HIS MATES: Bob Smith with his World War II 75th anniversary commemorative medallion and certificate.

Soldier who came of age amid battlefields in New Guinea

HUMBLY ACCEPTED ON BEHALF OF HIS MATES: Bob Smith with his World War II 75th anniversary commemorative medallion and certificate.

Soldier who came of age amid battlefields in New Guinea

COMFORT BELOW: Nurses in the Second World War in the Underground Hospital in Mount Isa.

Did 79 soldiers die of cyanide?

COMFORT BELOW: Nurses in the Second World War in the Underground Hospital in Mount Isa.

Did 79 soldiers die of cyanide?

SHOVELLING SNOW IN SYRIA: Members of the 2/3 Battalion clearing snow in 1942.

Tragic drowning of digger who fought the enemy in three countries

SHOVELLING SNOW IN SYRIA: Members of the 2/3 Battalion clearing snow in 1942.

Tragic drowning of digger who fought the enemy in three countries

Margaret King.

LHAC's focus on sharing important information

Margaret King

Scamwatch: planning a holiday? Make sure it's the real deal

Scamwatch: planning a holiday? Make sure it's the real deal

SHARING THE SPIRIT: Melissa and Reverend Jesse Huckel with their children and Jackson. PHOTO: Declan Rurenga

Griffith Christmas lunch turns to takeaway

Declan Rurenga

Margaret King.

LHAC's focus on sharing important information

TEA AND TALK: How you can help and be supportive

TEA AND TALK: How you can help and be supportive

Janine Cunial and Sharmanie Delgardo.

Library activities begin to return

Janine Cunial and Sharmanie Delgardo

"The brass in the piano actually started to melt. That's how hot it got", Torrington resident Richard Cork lost a property to fire on November 8, 2019. PHOTO: Andrew Messenger

LISTENWhen these wilderness escapes became death traps

TICKLED PINK: Jessica Zandona outside the Griffith RE office adorned with donated bras PHOTO: Kat Vella

Bras for McGrath - Griffith gets behind cause

Riverina man slapped with fine after failing to isolate

Riverina man slapped with fine after failing to isolate

Chris Hemsworth is to be cast as Mad Max.

Chris Hemsworth named next Mad Max

Emergency services rushed to the scene of a crash on Wednesday morning. Picture: Les Smith

UPDATEDMan trapped in crane, ute crash on Sturt Highway

Annie Lewis

COVID-19 restrictions eased for NSW outdoor venues, music performances

COVID-19 restrictions eased for NSW outdoor venues, music performances

Kate McIlwain

Have you had the pleasure of meeting the Murray Hunstman yet? Photo courtesy CSU ecologist Dr Damian Michael.

Murray Huntsmen, the size of 'dinner plates' among Murrumbidgee's hidden creatures

Emma Horn

The Trimboli family story

The Trimboli family story

UNITED: There are times when politicians must set aside pedantic partisanship and work for the collective good.

National interests should come before party

John Hewson
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Margaret King.

LHAC's focus on sharing important information

Margaret King

SUPPORT: Father Brendan Lee says it's important to show visible support to the people in your life. Photo: SHUTTERSTOCK

Try and help people tackle life's troubles | Midweek Musings

Father Brendan Lee

LISTEN TO THIS: The winning project holds promise for those who have suffered hearing loss as a result of ageing, among other possible factors.

Hearing loss treatment crowned winner

ONLINE CHECK: There are many charities that deserve your donation this Christmas. But before giving, do a quick check on the ACNC website's Charity Register.

How to avoid charity scams this Christmas

Geraldine Cardozo

Ethicist calls for sexbots for elderly

Ethicist calls for sexbots for elderly

Tasmanian Premier Peter Gutwein says border restrictions will remain in place for arrivals from SA.

Tasmania stays shut to SA for short term

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Telstra admits to acting unfairly in signing up people to phone plans they had no hope of ever paying for.

Telstra admits signing Indigenous customers to phone plans they could not afford

Cory Ward operated a dark web drug business from his home on NSW's south coast.

NSW web drug kingpin found purpose online

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NSW train drivers and workers have threatened to sit out a two-day test of a new intercity trains.

NSW train workers sit out intercity trial

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Victorian police say they are worried by a rise in knife crime, after a fatal attack at Seaford.

Teen arrested after Vic stabbing death

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At least 10 members of the SAS are reportedly subject to administrative action.

First action taken over Afghanistan report

Paul Osborne
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An Australian family exit a bus as they arrive for mandatory 14-day hotel quarantine in Canberra.

Latest snapshot of the coronavirus impact

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Woodville High School in Adelaide has been closed after a female student tested positive to COVID-19

New COVID cases part of SA cluster

Tim Dornin
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Graham, Yvonne and Barry Philp have enjoyed a stellar peony season on their Arding property.

Pretty as a peony: ideal conditions allow for bumper season

Billy Jupp

Nutrien Ag Solutions is filling on average 30 positions a month.

Nutrien looking for new recruits

Goats hit new Australian records in first Cobar stud sale

Goats hit new Australian records in first Cobar stud sale

Hannah Powe

The climbing Pierre de Ronsard rose is one of the most popular roses in the world and it's easy to see why. Picture: Shutterstock

Pruning tips to get the most from a blooming rose season

John Gabriele

It's the innovators who are willing to take risks to help improve technologies. Photo: Shutterstock.

Thank an innovator for that handy new piece of tech

Gifting something a little life-changing this Christmas. Picture: Shutterstock.

A money guru's go-to list of books for life-changing ideas

Noel Whittaker