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Jacob McMaster

The Queens Birthday honour roll has given us pause to thank the people who give up countless hours for their community, lifelong service and dedication to a cause, community group or industry. But there's no reason we can't also be thankful for the everyday people doing the little things too.

The little things always matter

Labor in, but voters shift from major parties

Former prime minister John Howard. Picture: Sitthixay Ditthavong

Whoever becomes Australia's federal health minister after May 21 needs to make the introduction of nationally consistent abortion laws a priority.

Women's rights can't be taken for granted

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TARGET: Varroa mites. Picture: Queensland Department of Primary Industry

Varroa Mite has been detected in Australia for the first time, locking down the beekeeping industry for two weeks, while the Department of Primary Industries scramble to contain the outbreak.

LOCKDOWN: NSW Beekeeping shut down for two weeks Varroa mite parasite enters country for first time

Climate protesters tried to shut down the Sydney Harbour bridge before marching in the city.

Protesters took over the harbour tunnel in Sydney this morning.

Arrests made after climate change protesters block peak hour traffic

The findings reinforce the need for adequate resources for ICUs, especially in times of high demand.

Third virus wave biggest killer: study

An observer watches the take off on Sunday night.

American space agency NASA has successfully launched its first ever rocket from Australia.

See the moment NASA launches a rocket from the NT

Bruno (Damon Herriman) and Laura (Jackie van Beek) go to a new-age retreat to attempt to reinvigorate their marriage. Picture: Supplied

Everyone speaking gibberish may be a way of illustrating miscommunication, but it's radical.

A weird romp words can't describe

127 Vista Avenue, Catalina will go to auction in July with price expectations above $3 million. Picture: Ray White Batemans Bay

The three-level house takes inspiration from cruise ships and airline terminals in an intriguing mix of architectural features.

South Coast holiday house tipped to double suburb record

Austin Butler electrifies as Elvis. Picture: Universal 

It pulls you up to realise that this is Luhrmann's sixth feature film.

Baz Lurhmann's Elvis is an exhilarating and brilliant homage

Chris Hemsworth, Miles Teller and Mark Paguio in Spiderhead. Picture: Netflix

You understand why Hemsworth would have been attracted to the production.

Hemsworth's Spiderhead is a slick, pacey futuristic thriller

DIGNITY BAGS: Age appropriate items donated by Narooma CWA members in handcrafted bags for mums and bubs. 

Keep in touch: Dignity bags and Christmas fundraisers

PATIENT OPTIONS: Kirsten Pilatti, BCNA CEO talks with Elizabeth Blane in Latrobe, Tasmania during a Breast Cancer Network Australia event. Picture: Paul Scambler

GPs and advocates want to see the telehealth program extended to provide patients with more options on how they access medical care.

Call to re-instate, expand telehealth services ahead of July 1 cut-off

Director Kyle Balda has been at the helm of a number of others in this franchise and he sure knows what his audiences want.

It's more Minion high-jinks and it aims to please

WHAT TO DO IN THE DARK: It can be tough getting through a black out, but with a bit of planning, it can be made easier. Picture: FILE

As the energy emergency enters another week, we're being told to plan for power outages. So what do you need to get through the dark days?

How to prepare a 'black out survival kit' as the energy crisis continues

STORAGE TECHNOLOGY: LNG storage tanks at a terminal in Yokohama, Japan. Picture: WikiCommons

The country needs more transmission, more renewables, more storage. But how do we get there?

Has the energy emergency forced a re-think in future of electricity production?

Delicious journey: Gourmet Coast Trail Association co-founders Greg Lissaman, Lucy Wilson and Fiona Kotvojs. Photo: Honey Atkinson Photography

The Gourmet Coast Trail (GCT) is thrilled to announce the release of its "Secret Diary of a Foodie" digital marketing campaign.

Gourmet Coast Trail website launches to help promote Far South foodie experiences

SACRED GROUND: Goanna are back to celebrate their 1982 classic album Spirit Of Place. Picture: Martin Stringer

Shane Howard explains why Solid Rock will always matter

Goanna rediscovers their Spirit Of Place

FULL THROTTLE: Herald journalist Madeline Link on board the 222 Offshore powerboat at Lake Macquarie. Picture: Max Mason-Hubers

The sun was shining, a severe weather warning hung in the air and I had been to the chiropractor the day before.

I got flung across a lake at breakneck speed in a powerboat

DRESSED FOR SUCCESS: Sydney post-punk band Johnny Hunter are ready to deliver on the hype with their debut album Want. Picture: Tom Wilkinson

Sydney band Johnny Hunter know how to stand out from the crowd.

Johnny Hunter are taking what they Want

Steve Martin, Martin Short and Selena Gomez return for the second season of OMITB which adheres sensibly to the mantra of "if it ain't broke, don't fix it". Picture: Disney+

This series delivers joyous entertainment by a cast at the top of their game - if that isn't true art, then nothing is.

It's close to the best thing on TV and we've got some good news

Live music festivals are back in the Bay. Photo: Maeve Bannister

More than 11,000 people attended the five events held over two weekends

Next Exit sets new bar for music festivals on the South Coast

Although everyone who is homeless feels the negative impacts, children can face a tough future due to something completely out of their hands.

If kids are having to couch surf or live out of a tent or caravan, there are difficulties for them in getting to school, getting three square meals a day.

'Safe, stable place to sleep every night' could keep kids off police radar

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George Pell sentenced to six years

STRONG: Beautiful toddler Penelope Dean is the sunshine of her mother Emily's life. The brave little girl has been treated for a rare tumour.

Most people know McHappy Day is all about a good cause. The Dean family had first-hand experience of how the charity supports children fighting serious illness.

How McHappy Day helps brave tots like Penelope

Toni Ward's Reflecting spoonbills, taken at Merimbula Lake, wins this year’s Wild Eye Photo Competition.

This weekend is the perfect time to take note of the birds in you region.

Twitch and shout

Take in the spectacular Great Ocean Road, the dramatic Grampians, and the fun and colour of Victoria's great goldrush rural cities on this amazing journey by rail and road.

Victoria's historic towns and iconic sights by train and luxury coach

TRAVEL IN STYLE: Discover the Arabian Peninsula in luxury with Emerald Cruises' Emerald Azzurra yacht. Photos: Supplied

In conjunction with Emerald Cruises, Australian Community Media and Explore are giving away this exciting opportunity.

Last chance to win a cruise - enter now

Our cover: A humpback whale surfaces off Beecroft Peninsular, Jervis Bay. Photo: Maree Clout

Enjoy everything the South Coast has to offer this winter.

South Coast Leisure Times: Winter 2022

This $192 million tax-free jackpot offers one Aussie the chance to take out the title of 'Australia's biggest lotto win, ever'.

The Lottery Office gives Australians the opportunity to win from multi-million-dollar jackpot draws from across the globe.

Aussies' ticket to huge multi-million dollar jackpots

How Aussies can cash in on world's biggest lottery draws

Join The Senior Newspaper and Travelrite International on this island odyssey, taking in Honolulu, Kahului, Maui, Hilo, Knoa, Nawiliwili Kauai and the Napali coast.

A sun-kissed cruise of the islands of Hawaii

The results speak for themselves. Home and property values are soaring and you could benefit from this trend. Find out with a free appraisal of the value of your home.

Could you be a property millionaire?

Using her own experiences as a mum with a love of the outdoors, Tiffany Droge has created the ultimate family outing baby carrier. 

Ditch the pram and take bub with you on an adventure

Take control of your pregnancy journey

VIBRANT CULTURE: Dubai is one of the most multicultural cities in the world. Photos: Supplied

Imagine that dream holiday costing you absolutely nothing - well, that could be a possibility with our latest cruise competition.

Win a seven-night Arabian Peninsular cruise for two

AESTHETICALLY PLEASING: The Samsung Galaxy A53 5G is of sleek design and comes in two stunning colours, awesome blue and black. Photo: Supplied.

Samsung is an innovation leader in the mobile tech space and have converged a lot of said innovation into the budget friendly sector, opening a whole new universe of opportunities to budget conscious shoppers with the Samsung Galaxy A Series range.

Budget can still be boujee

The South Coast Health and Wellbeing Guide is out now.

South Coast Health and Wellbeing Guide - May 2022

Join The Senior Newspaper and Travelrite International on an exploration tour of these southern islands, choosing from three departures, January 18 to 28, 2023, February 8 to 18, 2023 or March 8 to 18, 2023.

An island hopping tour way down south

Fairways | Golfing NW Vic, NSW and ACT

Let's take a look at what pests you should keep an eye out for in your home, depending on the time of year.

A Seasonal guide to staying on top of pest control

Book now for the Fall Colours fully escorted cruise to the USA and Canada from October 7 to 26, 2022.

Enjoy the colours of New York and Canada in the autumn

Animal nutrition leader MaxCare has released three new products into their portfolio with a commitment to continue adding new products in the coming years.

MaxCare's new infant nutrition products are latest step in mission to be most trusted

POOR TIMING: The clash between Geelong and Richmond should have attracted a bigger audience, according to Howard Kotton. Picture: Dylan Burns/AFL Photos via Getty Images

The AFL made another huge fixturing blunder in not scheduling the Geelong-Richmond game in prime-time.

AFL's classic prime-time fixturing blunder

New research shows that a higher proportion of those taken ill between late June and the beginning of November required ventilation. Picture: Shutterstock

Tips on keeping food bills down plus a robot which delivers coffee.

Viruses, global warming, food prices - where will it end?

Climate protesters tried to shut down the Sydney Harbour Bridge before marching in the city.

Climate protesters arrested in Sydney

Paul Toole (right) questioned whether John Barilaro was the best candidate for a cushy US trade job.

Deputy premier questioned Barilaro hiring

Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk announced changes to her lobbying code of conduct, ahead of a report.

Qld premier tightens her lobbying rules

A photo taken from Avernus Street in Cobargo where police operations are currently underway. Photo: supplied 

There is a police operation currently underway at a property in Cobargo. Members of the public have been urged to avoid the area, while a number of surrounding homes have been evacuated as a precaution.

Police operation underway at property in Cobargo

Marcus Cristallo, Lillyarna Castagna, April Ferguson, and Elise Dixon at the 2019 RYDA program.

Eurobodalla Shire safe driving program receives national recognition

There is something for everyone at this weekend's Winter Night Markets Festival. Fire pits will keep everyone warm as they take in the Yuin culture on display, peruse stalls selling arts and crafts, and sample the street food on offer. There are activities for children, and even dogs.

Narooma Winter Night Markets Festival ticket sales 'going nuts'

Donna Wieland with her schnauzer Henry. Picture: Rosy Williams

Pets and their people: Meet Donna and her schnauzer Henry

The South East Racing Pigeon Combine Inc held one of its longest races of the season over the weekend.

Sixteen seconds of separation in tightest pigeon race of season

Your guide to what's on this week around the South Coast