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Keaon Koloamatangi is a vital cog in a South Sydney pack finding form in time for the NRL finals. (Dave Hunt/AAP PHOTOS)

Forwards crucial to Rabbitohs' NRL charge

Referee Adam Gee was correct in denying St George Illawarra a late penalty on Sunday, the NRL says. (Mark Evans/AAP PHOTOS)

Ref right in last play of Raiders win: NRL

NRL rookie Xavier Savage has consolidated his place as a regular fixture in the Canberra side. (Lukas Coch/AAP PHOTOS)

Young Raider Savage continues improvement

Liam Martin's ankle injury, suffered in Penrith's loss to Melbourne, isn't as bad a first feared. (Dan Himbrechts/AAP PHOTOS)

Penrith's Martin cleared of serious injury

Kalyn Ponga's season is over but he's the focus of a club investigation for an off-field incident. (Darren Pateman/AAP PHOTOS)

Knights investigate Ponga toilet video

Mal Meninga says up to five players are vying for selection as hooker in his Australia squad. (Chris Pavlich/AAP PHOTOS)

Hooker is hardest World Cup call: Meninga

The Sydney Roosters have won five in a row since a close loss to premiers Penrith. (Dan Himbrechts/AAP PHOTOS)

The loss that triggered Roosters' streak

Gold Coast have ended Manly's chances of playing in the NRL finals with a 44-24 victory. (Jason O'BRIEN/AAP PHOTOS)

Manly's NRL collapse disappoints Hasler

Penrith remain in the box seat for the NRL finals despite their dramatic 16-0 loss to Melbourne. (Dan Himbrechts/AAP PHOTOS)

The run home for NRL finals contenders

Penrith face the prospect of limping into the NRL finals in the absence of several star players. (Dan Himbrechts/AAP PHOTOS)

Panthers' stumble opens up NRL title race

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LONG-COVID: Surveys of COVID-19 patients around the world indicate a stronger link between some genetic precursors and long-COVID development. Picture: FILE

Preliminary surveys suggest there are a few indicators of whether you might develop long-COVID.

Who's most likely to end up getting long-COVID symptoms?

PECKING IN LEAD: The survey of homes near Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane found elevated levels of lead in the chickens' blood stream, and in their eggs. Picture: FILE

Half the eggs analysed contained lead at levels that may pose a health concern.

Chicken owners warned backyard eggs contain 'significant lead risk'

Treasurer Jim Chalmers recently announced a review of the Reserve Bank. Picture: Elesa Kurtz

Australians voted to save their banks in 1949. Seven decades later the inverse may be true

Australia once voted to save the banks. Now the game has changed

Turns out it was all Scott Morrison's job after all. Picture: James Croucher

We've all had a boss who was a little overbearing, micro-managing, untrusting.

Turns out he thought it was all his job

Ashlee and Mat Davey are competing in Group 1 of the latest season of My Kitchen Rules. Picture: Supplied

A Margaret River region couple have graced Australian television screens this week for the first episodes of home-cooking competition and reality TV show, My Kitchen Rules.

Husband and wife foodies jump on MKR journey

David Hurley has confirmed Scott Morrison was made minister in multiple portfolios without a swearing-in ceremony. Picture: Jamila Toderas

The government is seeking legal advice into Scott Morrison's secret swearing-ins.

'Legal mess': Governor-General confirms Morrison took control of ministries without swearing-in ceremony

BIG EARNERS: More than 932 million bottles and cans have been recycled through Return and Earn points across NSW. Picture: Lachlan Leeming 

In five years more than 7.7 billion containers have been returned and $30 million raised for charity

Loose Change: How cashed-up recyclers are building a circular economy

The unknown person and their dog were reported to have fallen into Traralgon Creek, east of the Latrobe Valley in Victoria's Gippsland region, at 5:30am on Monday, August 15. Photo: Victoria Police.

The unknown person and their dog were reported to have fallen into Traralgon Creek, east of the Latrobe Valley in Victoria's Gippsland region, at 5:30am on Monday, August 15.

Watch: CCTV emerges of dog owner feared swept away in floodwaters

UNDER ATTACK: Cyclist Dave during trials of known magpie deterrents. Picture: Brisbane Valley Rail

Magpie swooping season has begun: Wear sunglasses and a hat to protect your head and eyes.

Swooping Magpie deterrent theories busted: 'The eyes don't work'

Former Prime Minister Scott Morrison. Picture: Sitthixay Ditthavong 

Morrison appointing himself ministries was called "unprecedented" and "weird". But was it illegal?

What did Scott Morrison do and why does it matter?

Canberra Airport head Stephen Byron talking at the reopened terminal. Picture: Keegan Carroll

Counselling for staff who may be traumatised

Counselling offered to those at airport, as review of response launched

Red pandas are an endangered species partly due to the small mammal's habitat loss in China. (Julian Smith/AAP PHOTOS)

Red panda escape sparks zoo security check

Ravi (pictured) escaped his enclosure in Adelaide Zoo on Friday, August 12, 2022. Photo: Adelaide Zoo.

The seven-year-old panda, named Ravi, escaped from its enclosure at Adelaide Zoo, in the city's CBD, last week.

Escaped Red Panda is caught after two days on the run and ready to mate

FRIENDS: The aim is for Nina (right) to ride the final kilometre to complete the journey with Karen. Picture: Facebook.

An epic journey for health and friendship is about to hit the road.

Two women with the 'wheelpower' to tackle cancer

SPECTACULAR: Warrnambool's Shane Smith spends hours a day watching the southern right whales. Pictures: Shane Smith Photography

A Warrnambool photographer has captured some incredible images of southern right whales at Logans Beach.

Spectacular whale display captured off the coast

The video comes as it was revealed Ponga won't play again this season

Knights investigate shock video of teammates in toilet

Police arrest Ali Rachid Ammoun, inset, at Canberra Airport after he allegedly fired five shots at the building's windows. Pictures: Facebook

The 63-year-old NSW man sought that a media outlet be excluded from his court appearance, at which he did not apply for bail.

Alleged airport shooter remanded in custody, details of gun revealed

IN IT FOR THE LONG RUN: About one in 20 will experience some sort of long-COVID symptoms. Picture: iStock/Mladen Zivkovic

Around one in 20 people will experience long COVID, but experts are still learning what it is.

The rise of 'Flurona': Long-COVID increases risk of experiencing flu and coronavirus together

The way to stop inflation isn't straightforward. Picture:Shutterstock

A survey of leading economists has found the path isn't quite clear

'It's important not to overreact': Australia's top economists on how to fix high inflation

Women protest in the streets of Kabul ahead of the first anniversary of the Taliban returning to power. Picture: Getty Images

In the words of our now Prime Minister, the government can "take action commensurate with the gravity of the situation."

Don't hide behind bureaucracy, Prime Minister. You can help Afghanistan now

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There are so many benefits to seeking treatment for hepatitis C. Leading expert Dr Tuck Meng Soo explains what is involved.

Better long-term health is just one of the many improvements people can look forward to as a result of being cured of hepatitis C.

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 highly anticipated Unpacked events showcase the best in Samsung innovation. Photo: Supplied.

Samsung has recently unveiled its latest, highly anticipated range of products in a launch as innovative as the next gen of Galaxy tech at Samsung Galaxy Unpacked.

Samsung has launched latest foldable technology in Galaxy Unpacked event

Flip phones are back, but not as we've ever known them. Photo: Supplied

Samsung Electronics has today delighted fans with the announcement of their latest generation of premium, foldable smartphones and wearables within the Galaxy Series.

Samsung unveils newest Galaxy Z Series, including highly anticipated foldables

A floral tribute to Frida Kahlo at FEMMES, Edinburgh, UK. Picture: Supplied

Global sensation Fleurs de Villes is heading to Sydney for the first time with their spectacular FEMMES exhibition in partnership with the Royal Botanic Garden Sydney and Destination NSW.

A 10-day floral extravaganza at the Royal Botanic Garden Sydney

A floral tribute to Elizabeth I at Fleurs de Villes, Covent Garden on display in London. Picture: Supplied

Global sensation Fleurs de Villes is heading to Sydney for the first time with their 2022 floral series FEMMES in partnership with the Royal Botanic Garden Sydney and Destination NSW.

Remarkable women in bloom at the Royal Botanic Garden Sydney

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The stunning, natural beauty on New Zealand

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Aussies chance to cash in on a $588 million lottery jackpot

See sights and scenes you have dreamt about all your life from the comfort of the ship, Island Princess.

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We explore 6 different office design styles or specific features designed to create a harmonious and happy work environment.

6 office designs and features to boost co-worker collaboration

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

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Take control of your pregnancy journey

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GOING: The controversial statue will be removed from Franklin Square. Picture: File

"It's just such a great day to be able to celebrate the fact that Tasmania is leading the way in this whole country when it comes to removing statues that glorify people who committed such racist and barbaric actions against Aboriginal people."

Controversial statue of former premier to be removed

Malcolm Turnbull says the revelations about Scott Morrison's leadership are appalling. (Mick Tsikas/AAP PHOTOS)

Morrison called to explain secret cabinet

Two men will face court after police discovered a clandestine drug lab in Sydney's southwest. (PR HANDOUT IMAGE PHOTO)

Charges after $6m Sydney drug lab bust

Does Goulburn's Ellen Ryan's double gold in the lawn bowls make the top 10 best Commonwealth Games moments? Photo: Kristina Krstic's Instagram. 

From records falling in the pool to a redemption four years in the making, I reflect on my top 10 Birmingham Commonwealth Games moments.

Relive some of the magnificent moments from the Commonwealth Games

Well Money latest quarterly report reveals Queanbeyan is in the top 20 for suburbs that could see a rise in house prices instead of a decline. Picture: Shutterstock

Houses and units in Queanbeyan are not on the market for long, with property prices predicted to rise, a Well Money report shows.

Well Money predicts Queanbeyan's house and unit prices could rise

All Red Nose's vital support services are made free and available through the generosity of Australians. Photo: Red Nose.

Today marks the 34th Red Nose Day and Australians are being urged to help fund vital support services for families who have lost a baby.