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Two new cases in NSW, as minister says school closures to become normal

Two new cases in NSW, as minister says school closures to become normal

The North Mandurah Junior Football Club's players (pictured here in 2019) were among thousands from across the state to return to training last week. Photo: Facebook.

Who will run the water? How attendance limits could cause headaches for junior football

Treasurer Josh Frydenberg accepted responsibility for the mistake, but said it was ultimately good news. Picture: Elesa Kurtz

EXPLAINERHow is JobKeeper $60b under budget?

Let us know you're back in business

FREELet us know you're back in business

Economist Saul Eslake .

Don't expect a quick economic fix from coronavirus crash, warns economist

Sean Ford

Radio shock jocks under fire from doctors over conspiracy theories

DIGESTRadio shock jocks under fire from doctors over conspiracy theories

Premier's update: Three new cases in NSW, as most school students return to class

Premier's update: Three new cases in NSW, as most school students return to class

Kate McIlwain

Businesses have needed to adapt quickly to coronavirus. Bella Vista Restaurant at Belconnen had to reimagine itself for takeaway and change to retain staff. Bella Vista Restaurant manager Monique Swan. Picture: Jamila Toderas

EXPLAINERWaking from hibernation?

Kathryn Lewis

Bulahdelah round cut from 2020 NSW Rally championship

Bulahdelah round cut from 2020 NSW Rally championship

The field thunders home in the Stacks Law Firm Maiden Handicap, the second race on the card at Taree this week. Excelsa, ridden by Amelia Denby for Newcastle trainer David Atkins was the winner. Photo Scott Calvin.

First win with a first starter for Taree trainer Carolie Burnett

Doug Ryan

Lower North Coast rugby union clubs to resume training

Lower North Coast rugby union clubs to resume training

Phil Wilkins

Bulahdelah round cut from 2020 NSW Rally championship

Bulahdelah round cut from 2020 NSW Rally championship

Preview of Manning Valley Race Club's seven event TAB card

Preview of Manning Valley Race Club's seven event TAB card

Neil Evans

Grant Buckley will ride Lobban Hood at the Manning Valley races at Taree on Monday.

Four gallopers fight for their futures at Taree meeting

Doug Ryan

The University of Cambridge has its roots in the early 1200s, when scholars fled "hostile townsmen" in Oxford. Pictures: Shutterstock.

Take a step into Cambridge University

Lydia Roberts

An aerial view of White Cliffs' pockmarked landscape. Picture: Destination NSW

Gem in the landscape of lost hope

Tim the Yowie Man

Old Montreal. Picture: Shutterstock

Montreal vibrant, fascinating any time of year

Laurie Hertzel

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Manning Regional Art Gallery will open for reduced hours and days as volunteers won't be returning in the initial phase.

Some council services open to public on June 1

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Missed: In earlier, squishier times, MEC volunteers celebrated Christmas in the foyer.

Absence makes our heart grow fonder of our volunteers

Helen Knight

Mamma Mia director Gayle Cameron has regretfully announced the Taree Arts Council production has been postponed until 2021 due to the coronavirus.

Taree Arts Council postpones production

Helen Knight

Manning Regional Art Gallery will open for reduced hours and days as volunteers won't be returning in the initial phase.

Some council services open to public on June 1

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State Library diary project captures voice of isolation

State Library diary project captures voice of isolation

Tracey Fairhurst

Show postponed: Mamma Mia director Gayle Cameron. Photo: Ashley Cleaver.

Taree Arts Council announces postponement of Mamma Mia production

Read Mid North Coast Now here

Read Mid North Coast Now here

Ruth Lewis

Everyone's a winner with Pennytel

Everyone's a winner with Pennytel

Emma Brown

Same faces, new name: Local taxis in Taree, Laurieton and Foster-Tuncurry have not only had a rebrand but it's now easier to book them than ever before. For more just visit www.13cabs.com.au.

Riding on with the locals

Read Mid North Coast Now here

Read Mid North Coast Now here

Future Focus: building a stronger regional Australia

Future Focus: building a stronger regional Australia

Joanne Crawford

Read Mid North Coast Now here

Read Mid North Coast Now here

Ruth Lewis

Read Three Valleys Domain here

Read Three Valleys Domain here

Ruth Lewis

Real estate restrictions lifted in NSW

Real estate restrictions lifted in NSW

Ruth Lewis

Sold: 71 Laurel Avenue, Chelmer just sold for $2,075,000. Photo - McGrath Estate Agents.

Selling more than listing

You can be social and still be safe

OPINIONYou can be social and still be safe

Jessie Mitchell

Making 'me time' an oasis

Making 'me time' an oasis

Gary Bentley

Omnicare Meals Service senior branch officer Terry Smith and cook Sergio Martinez baked biscuits to mark National Volunteer Week.

Volunteers take the biscuits as Omnicare gives thanks

You can be social and still be safe

OPINIONYou can be social and still be safe

BUYER BEWARE: Scammers have been targeting those seeking a furry companion during social isolation.

Scamwatch: Tips on current scams and how to avoid becoming a victim

Playground equipment at Lansdpwne School is now under cover.

Lansdowne students enjoying school improvements

Margaret Haddon

Birds show no fear, invade Ballarat street

Birds show no fear, invade Ballarat street

Celebrating Australia's healthcare heroes

A temporary home: Member for Myall Lakes Stephen Bromhead and Bobin resident Paul Miscamble are thrilled with the roll out of housing pods. Photo: Scott Calvin.

Pod a temporary place for Paul to call home

Released: The bodycam footage of police shooting armed man

WATCHReleased: The bodycam footage of police shooting armed man

March 23, 2020: Sydney's first day of official lockdown. A normally bustling forecourt to Sydney's Opera House is all but abandoned. Photo: Dean Sewell/Oculi

PHOTOSLockdown laid bare: A photographer's perspective

Ilsa Cunningham

Do you recognise a familiar face from around the Manning in 1976? Feel free to let us know.

PHOTOSThe faces of the Manning in 1976 | Photos

Peter Cormick on Larrys Mountain Road earlier this year.

Lessons in loss: Peter Cormick reflects on a devastating summer

Gloria Holland remembers her mum, Sally. Sally Holland, right, at her 90th birthday celebrations. Photo: Robert Crawford.

'My mum was not a doddery old lady': Dog victim pleads for witnesses to come forward

Zoe Cartwright

While it's going to be a long road back for many local businesses, we can all show them they don't need to do it alone.

Recovery close to home

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Letter: Isolation is the perfect time to do the poo test

Letter: Isolation is the perfect time to do the poo test

Chronic pain affects one in five over 45

Chronic pain affects one in five over 45

Samara Ross

Self-funded retirees overlooked by government during pandemic, says the Association of Independent Retirees.

Self-funded retirees' income drops below pension

Eileen Wood

NSW Seniors Festival: so much to celebrate

NSW Seniors Festival: so much to celebrate

Simon Birmingham has dismissed claims by his Chinese counterpart about tariffs on Australian barley.

Minister rejects Chinese trade tit-for-tat

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Setefano Pahul Tupou (centre) admitted to the manslaughter of Timothy Williams in October 2019.

Teen killer 'feared for his own life'

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Reconciliation Week: Ward refutes claims millions to be cut from AbSec

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A former judge will head an independent investigation into the death of SA woman Ann Marie Smith.

NDIS to probe SA woman's 'appalling' death

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Police officer Ross Fowler will be sentenced next week for striking a handcuffed man in the back.

Victorian cop who struck man may lose job

Karen Sweeney
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A global survey shows more Australians support nuclear energy to combat climate change.

Aussies support nuclear in climate fight

Rebecca Gredley
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Scott Morrison is digging in against calls to take a pay cut during the coronavirus crisis.

No pay cut, I'm doing a good job: Morrison

Daniel McCulloch
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Welcome: Dubbo MP Dugald Saunders, Taronga Western Plains Zoo director Steve Hinks and keeper Pascale Benoit in the lead-up to the June 1 reopening. Photo: BELINDA SOOLE

'Potential boom': Zoo 'inundated' with inquiries ahead of reopening

Faye Wheeler
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AuctionsPlus has noted good buyer demand for finer and longer Merino wool at its online auctions.

Fine fibres sell well but market pressure not easing

Tom Rookyard, AuctionsPlus
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Long and drawn out battle. Coonamble landholders and town residents voted several years ago against the Santos gas project.

Fears voices won't be heard in Narrabri Gas hearings

John Ellicott

Ben Clarke, Farrell McCrohon with Arndilly Pastoral weaners from Tullymorgan. Photo supplied.

Grafton steers sell to $1806

Olivia Calver

LEARNING: School at home offers opportunities and challenges. Picture: SHUTTERSTOCK.

Parents and students facing learning at home challenge

Rough markets require calm hand to steer safe passage

Rough markets require calm hand to steer safe passage

Prepare your home for the winter weather that's ahead

Prepare your home for the winter weather that's ahead