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First year students looking to study at CSU can get a head start on study and benefit from a share of up to $2 million in funding for rural and regional students. Image: File.

5000 reasons for rural and regional school leavers to study at CSU

Andrew Lotherington
1hr ago

Member for Parkes, Mark Coulton, with Dubbo regional mayor Ben Shields, who have seen the region benefit from $18.8 million in BBRF grants. Image: Supplied.

Applications called for with $200 million in regional grants on offer

Andrew Lotherington
1hr ago

Scamwatch: Don't be fooled by these scams

Scamwatch: Don't be fooled by these scams

Premier flags an easing of restrictions after another day of zero cases

Premier flags an easing of restrictions after another day of zero cases

Julian O'Brien

UAC General Manager of Marketing and Engagement, Kim Paino, said students who received offers were to be congratulated, with Round 2 offers less than two weeks away. Image: UAC.

University offers released with an increase in positions available

Andrew Lotherington

Australia Day celebrations in NSW cleared, no new local COVID-19 cases

Australia Day celebrations in NSW cleared, no new local COVID-19 cases

Julian O'Brien

BIG W have launched their annual 'Back to School' report providing families an insight into back to school shopping behaviours and spending habits. Image: File.

Back to school 2021 could be a budget buster

Andrew Lotherington

First year students looking to study at CSU can get a head start on study and benefit from a share of up to $2 million in funding for rural and regional students. Image: File.

5000 reasons for rural and regional school leavers to study at CSU

Andrew Lotherington
1hr ago

Member for Parkes, Mark Coulton, with Dubbo regional mayor Ben Shields, who have seen the region benefit from $18.8 million in BBRF grants. Image: Supplied.

Applications called for with $200 million in regional grants on offer

Andrew Lotherington
1hr ago

Dax Shepard in Buddy Games. Picture: Ricardo Hubbs.

Gross-out films that trade on gags

Dr Tursun Kerim, Professor John Skerritt and Dr Lisa Kerr consider data on the AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine on Friday. Picture: Keegan Carroll

EXCLUSIVEFirst COVID-19 vaccine could be approved next week, TGA boss says

Premier flags an easing of restrictions after another day of zero cases

Premier flags an easing of restrictions after another day of zero cases

Authorities have allayed concerns about COVID vaccines. Picture: Shutterstock

EXPLAINERClearing up confusion over the COVID-19 vaccine rollout

Pigeons, Pauline and international intrigue

DIGESTPigeons, Pauline and international intrigue

Federal Chief Medical Officer Professor Paul Kelly. Photo: Sitthixay Ditthavong

Why using two COVID-19 vaccines is Australia's best strategy

Kylie Quinn, Holly Seale and Margie Danchin

Australia Day celebrations in NSW cleared, no new local COVID-19 cases

Australia Day celebrations in NSW cleared, no new local COVID-19 cases

Julian O'Brien

It has been tough, tough going in the UK right now. Photo: file

DIGESTWhen keeping calm and carrying on is harder than ever

Janine Graham

Government MP Craig Kelly said making children wear masks was akin to abuse. Picture: Getty

MP's COVID misinformation overshadowing govt's vaccine progress

Sally Whyte

Conor McGregor's return will highlight UFC's return to Abu Dhabi.

UFC returns to Fight Island; McGregor back

Dan Gelston

Australia's Pat Cummins celebrates with his teammates after dismissing Rohit Sharma. Photo: Cameron Spencer/Getty Images

OPINIONCricket rule open to exploitation

Howard Kotton

IN THE MIDDLE: Will Pucovski should make his Test debut in the middle order. Photo: Mark Metcalfe/Getty Images

OPINIONBat Pucovski in the middle order on debut

Howard Kotton

Conor McGregor's return will highlight UFC's return to Abu Dhabi.

UFC returns to Fight Island; McGregor back

India's Ajinkya Rahane is the only batsman to stand out with the bat so far this series. Photo: Darrian Traynor - CA/Cricket Australia via Getty Images

OPINIONBatting not up to Test standard in Australia-India series

Howard Kotton

The 2020 sports quiz: Test yourself

The 2020 sports quiz: Test yourself

Dan Christian of The Australian Indigenous Men's cricket team. PHOTO: Darrian Traynor (Cricket Australia via Getty Images)

LISTENHow cricket is addressing its pale, male and stale reputation

Dan Christian of The Australian Indigenous Men's cricket team. PHOTO: Darrian Traynor (Cricket Australia via Getty Images)

LISTENHow cricket is addressing its pale, male and stale reputation

Mike Wilson at his home in Armidale. Photo: Lucy Kinbacher

LISTENLivestock agent shares gutsy fight for survival to help save others in the bush

Mike Wilson at his home in Armidale. Photo: Lucy Kinbacher

LISTENLivestock agent shares gutsy fight for survival to help save others in the bush

Volunteer firefighters Jet Boone, Lise Percival and Samantha Walker gear up in the Bawley Point Rural Fire Brigade's shed. Photo: Sitthixay Ditthavong

LISTENBawley Point brigade's new recruits take fight to bushfire fears

Volunteer firefighters Jet Boone, Lise Percival and Samantha Walker gear up in the Bawley Point Rural Fire Brigade's shed. Photo: Sitthixay Ditthavong

LISTENBawley Point brigade's new recruits take fight to bushfire fears

The week that was in border restrictions announcements

The week that was in border restrictions announcements

Explore Travel
2hrs ago

Live it up in Byron.

Hot deals: From boutique Byron getaway to tropical island stay

Explore Travel

The Golden Horizon

Start planning now to sail into 2022

Explore Travel

Christmas movie screenings in Narromine

WHAT'S ONChristmas movie screenings in Narromine

Newsroom

CELEBRATE: Ilma George fishes for points at the 2019 event. Photo: Zaarkacha Marlan

WHAT'S ONSeniors to get active in Trangie

Zaarkacha Marlan

R U OK?: Guest speaker Dan Price will also be talking about his experiences. Photo: CONTRIBUTED

Warren concert aims to lift spirits of the region

Christmas movie screenings in Narromine

WHAT'S ONChristmas movie screenings in Narromine

Learn more about the progress of Inland Rail Narromine to Narrabri project

Learn more about the progress of Inland Rail Narromine to Narrabri project

Want to improve mobile coverage? NSW Farmers Tech Talk could be for you

Want to improve mobile coverage? NSW Farmers Tech Talk could be for you

Zaarkacha Marlan

The mighty Murray cruise

The mighty Murray cruise

Emma Brown

Garage Sale Trail kicks off

Garage Sale Trail kicks off

The joys of home shopping in 2020

The joys of home shopping in 2020

Emma Brown

The mighty Murray cruise

The mighty Murray cruise

Your future trip is outback

Your future trip is outback

Emma Brown

GET ON BOARD: Businesses and individuals are getting behind this year's event to make money and save money.

All aboard the Garage Sale Trail

Homes selling sight unseen becoming mainstream

Homes selling sight unseen becoming mainstream

Homes selling sight unseen becoming mainstream

Homes selling sight unseen becoming mainstream

Experts size up the 2021 market

Experts size up the 2021 market

Experts size up the 2021 market

Experts size up the 2021 market

BREATH OF FRESH AIR: More people are opting to make the sea or tree change due to the slower pace and more relaxed lifestyle. Photo: Shutterstock.

Make a move to the regions today

AFTER: When buying a fence, choose a style in keeping with your home. Go for subtle tones of flowers for your garden if planting against a plain white backdrop. Match the letterbox with the fencing and keep it clear of promotional pamphlets.

Kerb appeal puts your home streets ahead of the rest

Lydia Roberts

INCREDIBLE OPTIONS: The Margaret River township ranked third in a survey of first home buyers looking for an affordable lifestyle. Photo - Shutterstock.

First home buyer hot spots

Scamwatch: Don't be fooled by these scams

Scamwatch: Don't be fooled by these scams

Scamwatch: Banks won't ask you to click on the link

Scamwatch: Banks won't ask you to click on the link

Member for Dubbo Dugald Saunders MP with Santa.

PHOTOSDugald Saunders visits Narromine Fire and Rescue Christmas party

Newsroom

Scamwatch: Don't be fooled by these scams

Scamwatch: Don't be fooled by these scams

Gumtree

Spotting a scam: Tips for shopping on Gumtree

DRILL: Narromine Fire and Rescue NSW firefighters learned correct procedures when the hazmat van from Dubbo Fire Station visited recently. Photos: CONTRIBUTED

Narromine firefighters back in full swing

Newsroom

Dax Shepard in Buddy Games. Picture: Ricardo Hubbs.

Gross-out films that trade on gags

Helvi in The Elfkins: Baking a Difference. Picture: Rialto

Elfkin antics are amusing enough

Margaret Qualley in My Salinger Year. Picture: Palace

Bringing a literary world to life

Adarsh Gourav as Balram and Priyanka Chopra as Pinky Madam in White Tiger. Picture: Netflix

Terrific satire is tough and savage

Our Aussie hero.

'Make lamb, not walls' summer lamb ad drops

Mark Griggs

From left, Shelly (Dan Bakkedahl), Bob (Josh Duhamel), Zane (James Roday), Doc (Kevin Dillon), Durfy (Dax Shepard), and Bender (Nick Swardson) in Buddy Games. Picture: Ricardo Hubbs.

REVIEWBuddy Games is a dumb comedy aimed at blokes

Cris Kennedy

There are moments that if handled more adroitly could have been deeply affecting. Picture: Rialto

REVIEWPixaresque animation lacks depth

Ron Cerabona

Gemma Arterton and Lucas Bond in Summerland. Picture: Icon Films.

REVIEWSummerland's good acting lifts a predictable story

Ron Cerabona

How ready is your office to return to work?

OPINIONHow ready is your office to return to work?

Maureen Kyne

An Ansett Boeing 727 lands at Mount Isa during the 1973 rodeo. Photo: Richard Mansell

REAL AUSTRALIACan't make new memories now? Enjoy the old ones

Fashion and rebellion always hand in hand

OPINIONFashion and rebellion always hand in hand

John Malouff

VR technology is helping aged care residents to improve their mental health. Photo: Supplied.

From reminiscing to a night at the opera: Can VR boost mental health in aged care?

Rugby league legend Uncle Lionel Morgan in his playing days (left) and with the painting by Jandamarra Cadd. Photos: Lionel Morgan and Anglicare Queensland.

NRL legend in the frame again thanks to Aboriginal artist

SEVEN PURLERS: Di Shanahan, Janny Lane, Caralynn Hoft, Peta Goodwin, Sue Juniper, Tracy Skippings and Sally Wylie.

Not a nanna-second to lose

Hazel Bradley

Emirates' last flights to Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane will be on Saturday, Monday and Tuesday.

Emirates stops flights to Aust east coast

1hr ago

Homeschooling is now on the rise after COVID-19 gave many parents and students a taste in 2020.

Homeschooling numbers continue to rise

Officers from the Australian Federal Police High Risk Terrorist Offender Team have arrested a man.

Terrorism offender arrested again

1hr ago

Australian researchers have discovered other-worldly sea life in the Southern Ocean's twilight zone.

Scientists probe ocean 'twilight zone'

2hrs ago

Every agency has their own horror story of a privacy breach that lingers long after the offending official has moved on. Picture: Shutterstock

ANALYSIS'Culture of secrecy' doesn't explain bulk of FOI problems

Harley Dennett

Gladys Berejiklian has taken aim at states placing travel restrictions on people currently in NSW.

States eye further easing of restrictions

Luke Costin

A judge has urged authorities to grant legal aid to alleged tax evader Adam Cranston.

Judge's plea after delaying Cranston trial

Luke Costin

Mourners leave flowers outside the Melbourne home where a woman and three children were found dead.

Police believe Vic mum killed children

Andi Yu

David Curtain, Muskerry, Jerilderie topped the sale, selling his 205 SIL Border Leicester Merino cross ewes, May/March 2019-drop, July shorn for $424.

Deniliquin first cross ewes to $424

Olivia Calver

COMMUNICATION THE KEY: From fence repair to lending gear and offering a helping hand, feeding your dogs while you're away or picking up the kids off the school bus, a good neighbour is truly cherished but sometimes we take them for granted. Photo: file photo

COMMENTWhat makes a good neighbour?

Hannah Powe

The man was airlifted to Orange for observation.

Farmer, 82, trapped under slasher for five hours airlifted to hospital

SUNSCREEN: The best protection is shade and keeping pets in it during the hottest part of the day.

Our sun-worshipping pets can suffer from commonest cancer

Dr Anne Quain
2hrs ago

Pet-activated doggie doors are just the beginning of a range of tech available nowadays.

OPINIONPet tech: gadgets to help, feed, locate, monitor and comfort | Tech Talk

Mathew Dickerson

Insect pests have been waiting in the wings all season for the opportunity to munch their way through your summer garden. Photo: Shutterstock

Keeping watch over your plants for pesky summer pests | Gardening

John Gabriele