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Thursday, 7 December 2023
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Australia braces for blistering heatwave
Australia braces for blistering heatwave
Jessica Coates
Streisand talks acting, music and destiny in memoir
Barbra Streisand's memoir documents her rise from working class Brooklyn to global fame. (AP PHOTO)
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Australia's most generous cities named
Anna McGuinness
GoFundMe has revealed the most generous cities in Australia for 2023. Picture by Shutterstock
Tree climber Irene a root cause of reserve's conservation
Irene Crump went to great heights to protect a Freshwater reserve.
Staff Reporter • 2hrs ago
Irene Crump at Harbord Community Kindergarten. Picture by Christine Dennis
Can you beat our hard general knowledge quiz?
Billie Eilish, John Legend, Adele, Christopher Cross. Pictures: Wikipedia Commons
December 5 | Who out of Billie Eilish, John Legend, Adele and Christopher Cross has not won a Grammy in each of the 'Big Four' major categories?
Anna Houlahan
Wildlife warrior dedicated to animal conservation
Volunteering at Monarto Zoo fills Keith Walter with pride.
Staff Reporter
Monarto volunteer Keith Walter. Picture by Ruby Kiss
Top senior Charlie looks to go-getters
Charlie Bass wants to see WA break away from its reliance on resources. Picture by NADC/Salty Dingo
Charles Bass is the 2024 Senior Australian of the Year for Western Australia.
Hazel Bradley
Garden glories galore in Perth
WA branch of the Australian Garden History Society members plant the seeds for this glorious new book
Hazel Bradley
Book co-editors Lisa Williams and John Viska at the launch. Picture by Hazel Bradley
Perth's new girl Jo is scone of a kind
Jo Saunderson's scone to great lengths to connect with her new town.
Rowan Cowley
Jo Saunderson (back) with members of the Perth community at one of her Scone Time events. Picture supplied
From Akubra to Speedo: who owns Australia's most iconic brands?
A look at which Australia brands remained independent and local.
Anna Houlahan
From Akubra to Speedo: who owns Australia's most iconic brands?
When growing your own vegetables is not a healthy choice
Keep pets away from home-grown produce. Picture supplied
Pets can contaminate garden beds and produce with their faeces.
Eileen Wood
Seeing through the blind spots
Doug Sloan might be vision impaired, but that doesn't mean he can't swing a golf club or cricket bat.
Anthony Caggiano
Doug Sloan playing golf. Picture by Margie Tolcher
The tick plague that could ruin Christmas
Warning of massive increase in paralysis tick cases presenting to vets. Picture Shutterstock
Paralysis tick plague expected to last until February.
Eileen Wood
There's an I in independence, says disability advocate
Anne-Mason Furmage won't let her lifelong disability defeat her.
Rowan Cowley
Disability advocate Ann-Mason Furmage. Picture supplied
Misinformation and confusion turning seniors off lifesaving treatment
At winter start 2023, 2.5 million over 65s weren't up-to-date with their vaccinations.
Eileen Wood
National agreement needed to increase vaccination rates among vulnerable Australians, says the Grattan Institute. Picture Shutterstock

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Travel
Mambray Creek campground reopens
Popular camp ground Mambray Creek at Mount Remarkable National Park in South Australia have been upgraded. Picture supploed
Enjoy hot showers and bigger sites at this popular site in SA's Mid North.
Staff Reporter
Waterways, wine, wildlife - Murray magic
Drink in the sights and sounds of the mighty Murray.
Emma Brown
Impressive cliffs scoured by the river over millions of years along the Murray River. Picture Shutterstock
Huge savings on NZ Top of the South Island tours with Grand Pacific Tours
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Cruise through the Abel Tasman National Park and view the popular Split Apple Rock. Picture supplied
Health
Misinformation and confusion turning seniors off lifesaving treatment
National agreement needed to increase vaccination rates among vulnerable Australians, says the Grattan Institute. Picture Shutterstock
At winter start 2023, 2.5 million over 65s weren't up-to-date with their vaccinations.
Eileen Wood
Hearing loss can have a significant impact on relationships and emotional wellbeing
SPONSORED | Audika can help you on your path to listening better and understanding the ones you love.
Hearing loss can have a significant impact on relationships and emotional wellbeing
People with diabetes three times more likely to be hospitalised with the flu
About 1.8 million fewer flu vaccinations have been given this year compared to 2022, but cases are still being reported.
Eileen Wood
People living with dabetes are urged to get a late flu vaccine as the virus lingers in the community. Picture Shutterstock
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Five reasons why the Zown app is a must-have for tweens and teens
Zown is a safe, positive mobile app for children aged between eight and 14. Picture Zown
Elizabeth Habermann
How today's evolving retirement villages can benefit seniors and society
Rosie Ryan
Keyton retirement communities foster friendship and fun. Picture supplied
Can't get to the wedding? Aged care home says 'we will' for father-of-the-bride
Katie and husband Linton, parents Warwick and Helen and Monsignor Kerry Bayada (centre). Picture supplied
Lifestyle
Wildlife warrior dedicated to animal conservation
Monarto volunteer Keith Walter. Picture by Ruby Kiss
Volunteering at Monarto Zoo fills Keith Walter with pride.
Staff Reporter
Top senior Charlie looks to go-getters
Charles Bass is the 2024 Senior Australian of the Year for Western Australia.
Hazel Bradley
Charlie Bass wants to see WA break away from its reliance on resources. Picture by NADC/Salty Dingo
Perth's new girl Jo is scone of a kind
Jo Saunderson's scone to great lengths to connect with her new town.
Rowan Cowley
Jo Saunderson (back) with members of the Perth community at one of her Scone Time events. Picture supplied
Finance
"Who are you?" - Don't be scammed by a stranger
Scammers pretending to be from a bank's fraud team are fleecing millions from Australians. Shutterstock picture
Impersonation scams have fleeced $92 million from us in nine months. Here's how to not be duped.
Staff Reporter
Cruel scam against pet lovers
Potential fur parents are being fleeced thousands as scammers imitate legitimate pet businesses.
Staff Reporter
Scammers are preying on pet lovers by pretending to offer animals they don't have. Picture by T R Photography
Tips and tricks to make your overseas travel a bit easier
Shopping around can help make your overseas sojourn more affordable, comfortable and convenient. Here's how.
Noel Whittaker
A view of Tower Bridge, London, looking south. Shutterstock picture
Entertainment
Show about trailblazing women who said hello to history
The Hello Girls is heading to Hayes Theatre. Picture by Jane Duong Photography
The Hello Girls is about women reclaiming their place in history.
Staff Reporter
Garden glories galore in Perth
WA branch of the Australian Garden History Society members plant the seeds for this glorious new book
Hazel Bradley
Book co-editors Lisa Williams and John Viska at the launch. Picture by Hazel Bradley
Gang's back together again as Grease returns to stage
50s pop culture and teen rebellion abound in this classic show.
Staff Reporter
Joseph Spanti and Annelise Hall star in Grease. Picture by Benny Capp
National and International News
Holiday havoc as regional routes delayed, flights cancelled
Bonza CEO Tim Jordan
Jessica Coates • 11m ago
Tropical Cyclone Jasper set to intensify off Queensland
15m ago
Tropical Cyclone Jasper is forecast to intensify as it tracks towards the Queensland coast. (Darren England/AAP PHOTOS)
Parts of Aust removed from UK gender certificate list
Aine Fox and David Lynch • 21m ago
The United Kingdom has revised its approved list for gender recognition certificates. (EPA PHOTO)