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Port Macquarie Christmas bells bloom in abundance for 'third good year' after fires at Lake Innes Nature Reserve

The vibrant native Christmas bell is thriving in Mid North NSW in the wake of natural disasters and consecutive years of high rainfall.

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Melbourne tram driver Richard Augustus loves the sense of community his job brings

After more than three decades driving trams up and down Swanston Street, Richard Augustus says the CBD has changed before his eyes. But the reasons he loves his job have not.

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Sydney NYE fireworks set to go off 'with a bang' after two years of COVID-19 disruptions

Sydneysiders are being promised a full fireworks show with crowds expected to return to pre-COVID numbers of more than 1 million after two years of disruptions and cancellations.

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From cherries to pineapples, how shoppers can pick the best fruit for summer platters

Fruit platters are a summer staple, but how do you make sure every bite is as sweet as it can be?

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Possum cloaks are undergoing a renaissance, but their history goes back thousands of years

Possum-skin cloaks are making a comeback as a symbol of First Nations culture worn by Indigenous leaders at special events and in parliament. But the cultural practice wasn't always celebrated.

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That time Lake Burley Griffin boaties made the day for some Canberra kids

Would this happen in any other city?

The Canberra Times

Drowning warning after 11 deaths

Authorities have warned holidaymakers to take extra care over the break after 11 people died in Australian waterways since Christmas Day.

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Irish tourist in Thailand dies after falling from train

It is believed the man had been trying to take a photo when the accident occurred.

Belfast Live

In True Angry Dad Energy, A Jetstar Plane Flew 4 Hrs To Bali From Melb Then Turned Back Around

A Jetstar plane heading to Bali fanged a uey back to Melbourne after more than four hours in the air ‘cos of a “miscommunication” with Indonesian authorities. Sorry Suze, no bootleg Meet The Fockers DVDs or Bali braids for you!Passenger Rafe Berding told the ABC the flight was meant to leave…

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Kayaker dies in South Johnstone River, 'dangerous' conditions hamper recovery operation

The man's body was located on Tuesday, however, the recovery operation has been hindered by heavy rain and thick rainforest.

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New South Wales residents cautioned to be water safe after hundreds of rescues, boating death of teenagers

Two teenagers, aged 13 and 14, die while riding on an inflatable "biscuit" when they hit a submerged tree stump.

ABC News

Short Stories 2023: Worth Heaps in Scrabble

Jess Lobb, of Bar Beach, is a finalist in the Newcastle Herald Short Story Competition 2023 with this entry, Worth Heaps in Scrabble.

Newcastle Herald

Rosebery fire on Tasmania's west coast 'burned down essential accommodation amid housing shortage'

Essential accommodation for mine workers on Tasmania's west coast has been destroyed in a bushfire that raged through the small community of Rosebery — with authorities set to review warnings which were sent out during the emergency.

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Paid ticketing for Sydney New Year's Eve fireworks to end if Labor wins 2023 election

The New South Wales opposition is promising to overturn an unpopular decision to charge admission to watch the Sydney New Year's Eve fireworks at some harbourside locations, arguing it's a "fundamental" experience that should be free.

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Daily Mirror

Hero beachgoer rescues sisters caught in whirlpool while swimming in sea after Christmas

A 22-year-old man has been hailed as a local "hero" after he quickly swam to the rescue of two children who got caught in a whirlpool while swimming at the beach in Melbourne

Newcastle Herald

Wonnarua Nation's Maree Edwards moves on after a decade weaving her magic

Barefoot under the dappled shade of Yuelarbah track's spotted gum, ironbark and white mahogany trees is where Maree Edwards feels at peace.

AAP

NSW ALP promises fee-free Sydney fireworks

NSW Opposition Leader Chris Minns has big plans for future New Year's Eve celebrations if his Labor party wins the state election in March.

ABC News

Former tropical cyclone Ellie gets Todd River flowing as holidaymakers become trapped on highways due to flooding

Alice Springs locals flock to the Todd River banks after former tropical cyclone Ellie brought "a lovely change" to the desert.

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Spate of drownings, near misses prompts renewed warnings near water

Four people have drowned and died in Australia making for a deadly Christmas. With more hot weather, authorities have issued more warnings.

Newcastle Herald

Government consultant says Newcastle 'priority' for high-speed rail

The head of the UK's high-speed rail rollout says "fixing the corridor between Sydney and the Hunter" would make the most difference to the most people.

ABC News

Woodford Folk Festival makes a comeback in Queensland, drawing bumper crowds

More than 120,000 people are expected to visit Woodford Folk Festival over the next six days to see music acts like John Butler, Boy & Bear and The Black Seeds.

Newcastle Herald

Holiday traffic snarls continue in the Hunter and across the State

At Beresfield, northbound traffic is heavy on John Renshaw Drive and the M1 Pacific Motorway, while the New England Highway is heavy through Tarro

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A Qld Man Took On A Bunch Of Robbers In Nothing But His Dacks Which Is Some Powerful Dad Energy

Imagine seeing this out on your early morning walk.

ABC News

From the Gold Coast to the Far North — how Queensland tourism is faring these holidays

It's a record-breaking season on the Gold Coast, but further north tourism operators are still waiting for international visitors to return.

ABC News

Auditor-general says Darwin's Territory Wildlife Park and Alice Springs Desert Park have 'potential for financial failure'

The Northern Territory auditor-general finds the parks receive $7–9 million per year in government subsidies to keep them afloat, raising questions about their viability.

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