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COST OF LIVING: Inflation is a normal part of a functioning economy, but problems begin when the cost of living is rising faster than wages can grow.

The cost of living has been a huge talking point over the past few months.

Inflation, interest rates, wage growth, cost of living: How does it all work?

ON THE GRID: Cosmos magazine's Matilda Handsley-Davis explains what is 'the grid' and how does it get electricity from its supply to your home? 

Cosmos Magazine explains how 'the grid' works.

How does electricity get from its source to your home?

Gerard Depardieu plays the methodical, ever-observant centre of gravity in Maigret. Picture: Palace Cinemas

Gerard Depardieu brings the weight of the world to the lead role in filmmaker Patrice Leconte's take on the classic French detective

The real crime? That this could be the first and last time we see Depardieu play Maigret

Gerard Depardieu in a scene from 'Maigret'. Picture: Supplied

Maigret as famous a character in his fictional home country as Agatha Christie's Hercule Poirot is in ours.

A subtle take on a towering icon

Protesters in Newcastle (left) and marching through Sydney (right) on Friday, May 27.

Some 18,000 teachers and support staff across 540 Catholic diocesan schools went on strike.

Catholic school teachers strike across NSW, ACT

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The overall influenza cases are 12 per cent lower this year than in pre-covid years.

Flu cases in children on the rise but 'don't panic' and get the jab say experts

This is a sample of The Echidna newsletter sent out each weekday morning .

Sharp sceptics of The Echidna, thank you

Tom Cruise is back as Maverick. Picture: Paramount

In various ways, the film makes subtle, effective connections with the original movie.

'Top Gun: Maverick' is better than original

One of the best ways for households to shave money off their electricity bill is to contact their retailer and ask for the best deal available.

It pays to shop around when it comes to energy prices

Incoming energy minister Chris Bowen. Picture: Sitthixay Ditthavong

Chris Bowen says coming price rises are the legacy of the Coalition government, but claimed Labor's vision to invest in renewables would bring down prices in the long term.

'Nine years of neglect': Labor blames Coalition for energy price rises

Unusually wet weather is forecast for NSW, South Australia, Queensland and the NT this winter, according to the Bureau of Meteorology's Winter 2022 Climate Outlook, which was released on Thursday.

Unusually wet weather is forecast for NSW, South Australia, Queensland and the NT.

Above average rainfall, temperatures forecast this winter

Aussie Joel Edgerton gets a call-back as Uncle Owen. Picture: Disney+

It's a no-brainer Disney continues to mine that galaxy far, far away for guaranteed streaming spice.

Disney's Obi-Wan Kenobi comes with two telling decisions

If you are unclear on exactly what the Uluru Statement from the Heart is and what it calls for, we have your questions answered.

What is the Uluru Statement and an Indigenous Voice to Parliament?

Australians wanted to change the curtains: Former prime minister Scott Morrison. Picture: AAP

Scott Morrison has sat down for his first interview since Saturday's comprehensive election loss.

'Vicious and brutal': Morrison ducks responsibility for election loss

PAST WINNER: The 2018 winner, trailblazing biodynamic farmer and grazier Charlie Arnott, Boorowa, NSW, used his prize money to launch his highly successful podcast The Regenerative Journey.

Time is running out to nominate for the 2022 Bob Hawke Landcare Award.

$50,000 in store for Landcare champion

Anthony Albanese is yet to confirm if his partner Jodie Haydon (left) will move with him into the prime minister's official residence. Picture AAP

Making Canberra the PM's full-time home would send a "powerful signal" about how Mr Albanese intended to govern, the rugby great said.

PM Albanese should live in The Lodge: Pocock

Sushannah Taylor and her six-month-old daughter Luna (right) and a tent their family of four lived in a person's backyard in Bundaberg (left).

Sushannah Taylor her husband Tristan and their two daughters have been homeless in Bundaberg, Queensland since April 10, 2022.

Mum documents family life in tents, motels amid rental crisis

Adam Bandt is prepared to back the Haines model, saying he 'doesn't care' whose name is on the bill. Picture: Sitthixay Ditthavong

The new government has promised an anti-corruption watchdog with teeth. The powerful crossbench wants it within months.

'Ready to go': Greens want ICAC before budget

Police officers at the scene after a teenager shot and killed 19 children at a Texas primary school. Photo: AP Photo

A teenage gunman has killed 18 children and three adults.

Teenager in gun massacre at Texas school

A further 1.5 million Australians will be able to receive a fourth COVID-19 vaccine.

The expanded advice is expected to allow more than 1.5 million additional people to receive the fourth vaccine dose.

Second COVID booster eligibility expanded

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The many benefits of seeking treatment

Cardinal George Pell is due to be sentenced after being found guilty of child sexual abuse.

Chief Judge Peter Kidd has handed down his sentence after Cardinal George Pell was convicted for attacks on two choirboys in the 1990s.

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

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

Strength in numbers: John Krnc, one of the founding members of Local Liquor, outside his Lyneham store.

A Canberra company that was formed to support local liquor stores to survive and thrive against increasing competition for big industry players is celebrating its 20th anniversary.

Canberra's Local Liquor celebrates milestone with eyes to the future

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

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

An Australian highlight: A trip to the Flinders Ranges ticks all the boxes as it has some of Australia's most spectacular scenery and challenging terrain.

See the sights and experience the variety on this Discovery Tour of the very best South Australia has to offer.

The many highlights of South Australia

There is no end to the limits of imaginative play time your children will enjoy in their Possum Play couch.

Possum Play keeps screen time to a minimum

Massage your feet to fitness

A revolutionary way to do your bit for you and future generations. 

Oh Crap solves the dog poop problem

Give single-use plastic the flick and help keep our oceans clean

If you've been feeling a little slow and your brain function has been lethargic - Yootropics BRAIN can improve your cognitive abilitiy. 

Feeling foggy? Evaporate brain strain and improve your cognitive functionality

It's new and just for you - Menopause+ is a combination of specially selected ingredients. 

Managing menopause may just have got a little easier

Move or Improve | 2022

KEEPING IT REAL: Real cossies for real women is exactly what Active Truth deliver so that you can enjoy summer in comfort. 

Active Truth celebrate the diversity of women in their active and swimwear range

Swimmers for every size and shape

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese needs just one more seat for a Labor majority in parliament.

Labor just one seat shy of a majority

Hamilton and Harry Potter have proven popular with Victorians taking up the pandemic rebate scheme.

Vic pandemic recovery powers on

Nationals deputy David Littleproud (L) has told Barnaby Joyce he plans to challenge for the top job.

Littleproud to run for Nationals top job

Russian and Ukrainian troops have been locked in months of fighting after Putin invaded in February.

Australian man confirmed killed in Ukraine

More than half of households plan to cut their use of non-essential appliances, a survey suggests.

Aussies turn off heaters amid rising bills

Ashley Williams, 33, is missing. Photo: NSW Police

Police are appealing for public assistance to locate a woman missing from Queanbeyan.

Appeal to locate woman missing from Queanbeyan

IEU NSW ACT executive council. Picture: Supplied. 

Led by the Independent Education Union of Australia (IEUA), some 18,000 teachers and support staff across 540 Catholic diocesan schools are gearing up for a full-day stop work this Friday, May 27.

Big turn out expected for Catholic school teachers' strike

Labor's Kristy McBain and Liberal Jerry Nockles on election day. Photos: Supplied

Liberal contender Jerry Nockles officially conceded Eden-Monaro late on Sunday as election results continue to clearly favour Labor incumbent Kristy McBain.

Jerry Nockles officially concedes as Eden-Monaro backs Labor, Kristy McBain

DOMINANCE: The Mudchooks continue to hold down first place convincingly with a 31-19 win over the second place Bushrangers. Picture: Pause Every Moment. 

Mudchooks take out top of the ladder battle, Taralga mount furious comeback in round seven

Bungendore Mudchooks take out top of the ladder battle

Tree removal will be taking place along a section of the Kings Highway on the Clyde Mountain next week. Photo supplied.

'Dangerous' trees to be removed from Clyde Mountain section

A woman has been airlifted to Canberra Hospital after a farming accident near Tarago. Photo: file

A woman has been airlifted to Canberra Hospital after a farming accident near Tarago on Sunday afternoon (May 22).

Woman airlifted to Canberra Hospital after farming accident near Tarago

Handing out how-to-vote cards at the Bega Showground pavilion polling booth are (from left) Dennis Mortimer, Rian Smith, Karen Avery, Carmen Mataic and Tonia Liosatos. Photo: Ben Smyth

The polls have opened for election day 2022 and voters across Eden-Monaro are being asked the big question - tomato sauce or barbecue?

How election day unfolded across Eden-Monaro

Queanbeyan's affordable housing strategy revealed by council.

Queanbeyan's affordable housing strategy revealed

Kristy McBain with her husband Brad and supporters at Club Sapphire on election night.

Kristy McBain has addressed her crowd of family and supporters at Club Sapphire Merimbula in good spirits with ABC analyst Antony Green calling Eden-Monaro for Labor

Labor's Kristy McBain claims victory in Eden-Monaro

Anthony Albanese claims victory. Picture: Screenshot

Follow the updates and results for the federal election as they happen here.

As it happened: 'Australians have voted for change': Albo claims victory

Federal Election 2022: Eden-Monaro heads to the polls

How do you like to have your tea? Enjoy it your way on International Tea Day. Pictures: Briannah Devlin

While many of you will be heading over to the polling booths today, May 21 is also the day to sit down and have a cup of tea.

Sit down for a cuppa in honour of International Tea Day

All polling booths are set to be open across the country tomorrow. Picture: Karleen Minney

The Electoral Commissioner has confirmed all polling places will be open for election day.

All polling places will be open for election day: AEC

Human Rights Minister Tara Cheyne said Canberrans were being treated as second-class citizens. Picture: Sitthixay Ditthavong 

Scott Morrison confirmed a Coalition government would not seek to overturn the ban if re-elected, saying it was "not our policy".

PM confirms no plans to repeal voluntary assisted dying ban on territories as NSW laws pass

IEU NSW ACT executive council. Picture: Supplied.

More than 17,000 teachers and support staff in 540 Catholic diocesan schools throughout NSW and the ACT have voted overwhelmingly for the right to take protected industrial action on May 27.

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