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Sat, 30 Jan 2021 19:56:00 +1000
Annabelle Hickson on her go-to Aussie brands for relaxed, farm style
High-waisted jeans and linen dresses are on high rotation for the writer who resides on a pecan farm with her husband and three kids.

Sat, 30 Jan 2021 19:51:00 +1000
A facial that will refresh your skin after the summer break
The facial will help brighten up the face, clear clogged pores and exfoliate dead skin cells, especially after the party season.

Sat, 30 Jan 2021 19:50:00 +1000
Your Weekly Horoscope for January 31 - February 7
Free weekly horoscope for each star sign from renowned astrologer Hedy Damari. Forecasts for the week ahead in life, love and career.

Sat, 30 Jan 2021 19:38:48 +1000
Money with Jess: Week 1 Budgeting Guide - HOUSING
Download this printable PDF worksheet to begin your journey towards creating your own household budget.

Sat, 30 Jan 2021 19:37:04 +1000
Money with Jess: Spending Tracker
Keep track of where your money is going with this spreadsheet that you can download and print.

Sat, 30 Jan 2021 19:13:06 +1000
As it happened: European Union gives itself power to block vaccine shipments; NZ travel bubble update expected Sunday
This is a COVID-19 live blog with coverage of major developments in Australia and overseas.

Sat, 30 Jan 2021 19:00:00 +1000
Why do reality TV victims return to the scene of the crime?
Sunday night’s MAFS reunion special might be a confounding proposition for TV viewers.

Sat, 30 Jan 2021 18:49:05 +1000
Bluey becomes first children’s album to top ARIA music charts
The album, which was released just eight days ago, is also No. 1 on the Australian iTunes album chart and has reached No. 5 in the US. 

Sat, 30 Jan 2021 18:39:33 +1000
‘We were robbed’: Rudan fumes as Western denied by VAR
Western United coach Mark Rudan declared his team was “robbed” after they had one goal disallowed by VAR, one for offside by the linesman’s flag and star striker Alessandro Diamanti was twice denied by the woodwork in a scoreless draw with Melb...

Sat, 30 Jan 2021 18:20:00 +1000
‘We know it works’: Cannabis oil firms chase approvals as over-the-counter sales are legalised
Clinical research has shown it can help reduce anxiety, insomnia, post-traumatic stress disorder and pain – and it’s most commonly used by middle-aged women.

Sat, 30 Jan 2021 18:01:00 +1000
As I prepared my son for school, I realised he was teaching me a lesson
There was a time I used to smirk at parents who got misty-eyed about children’s milestones. My own baby changed me.

Sat, 30 Jan 2021 17:55:39 +1000
Four men charged over alleged rape of teen girls in Brisbane park
The 15-year-old girls allegedly met the men on December 28 in a Calamvale park, in the city’s south, where they were repeatedly sexually assaulted.

Sat, 30 Jan 2021 17:24:49 +1000
Savatiano ‘gifted’ the Expressway and has a group 1 destiny
There’s just one thing left for Godolphin mare Savatiano to achieve in her racing career – and that’s a group 1 victory.

Sat, 30 Jan 2021 17:09:05 +1000
Gallery: The best photos from around the world
The best photos from the international wire agencies as chosen by our picture editors.

Sat, 30 Jan 2021 17:08:25 +1000
Enthaar continues bolt for the Blue
Speedy two-year-old Enthaar is likely to jump favourite in next month’s $1.5 million Blue Diamond after the Ciaron Maher and David Eustace-trained filly won Saturday’s group 3 Chairman’s Stakes with ease.

Sat, 30 Jan 2021 17:05:45 +1000
Teenager stabbed in western Sydney bike robbery
A 16-year-old boy is in a serious condition after he was stabbed during a robbery in a western Sydney park.

Sat, 30 Jan 2021 17:00:00 +1000
‘He is a standout’: Fittler knows Suaalii is ready for NRL
Joseph Suaalii was a no-show at the Emerging Blues camp on Saturday, but will not disappoint if thrust into the NRL at just 17, according to Brad Fittler.

Sat, 30 Jan 2021 17:00:00 +1000
Monegal happy to coast on outside to defend Bega Cup
It’ll be like visiting a home away from home for handy mare Monegal when she looks to defend her title in the Bega Cup on Sunday.

Sat, 30 Jan 2021 17:00:00 +1000
Race-by-race preview and selections for Sapphire Coast on Sunday
The Bega Cup is the feature, and here’s everything you need to find a winner.

Sat, 30 Jan 2021 16:54:32 +1000
‘I just wanted to get completely away from it’: Why Kyrgios went five months without tennis
When COVID-19 brought the ATP tour to a halt, Nick Kyrgios was finally afforded the sabbatical he craved. The controversial star decided to go five months without picking up a racquet.

Sat, 30 Jan 2021 16:47:40 +1000
Two police injured, six youths in custody after alleged north Qld 4WD spree
The officers were injured when a stolen Landcruiser with seven children inside sped through Townsville, forcing motorists off the road and trying to ram police cars.

Sat, 30 Jan 2021 16:45:15 +1000
Foot surgery for Demon Jack Viney
Melbourne vice-captain Jack Viney has had an operation to relieve soreness on his foot but he is expected to be back running in two weeks.

Sat, 30 Jan 2021 16:31:19 +1000
Motorcyclist airlifted to hospital after serious Sunshine Coast crash
The rider suffered serious injuries when his bike collided with a car at Peachester, west of Beerwah, just before 10am on Saturday.

Sat, 30 Jan 2021 16:27:51 +1000
Dominant Demons douse undisciplined Suns
Melbourne have got their AFLW season off to an impressive start after defeating an undisciplined Gold Coast outfit by 21 points at Metricon Stadium on Saturday.

Sat, 30 Jan 2021 16:22:45 +1000
Zethus shows promise as fillies shine brightest for Golden Slipper
Godolphin colt Zethus showed a glimpse of a promising future during a final stride win in Saturday’s Canonbury Stakes.

Sat, 30 Jan 2021 16:19:44 +1000
‘Last ever’ Holden built in Australia sells for $750,000 at auction
The bright red 2017 Holden VF was the last vehicle to be assembled, welded together and painted in an auto body shop on Australian soil.

Sat, 30 Jan 2021 16:18:36 +1000
Australians successfully piloting turbulence in pandemic-disrupted careers
As many industries bounce back from pandemic lows, travel and tourism employees remain among the most likely group to need to change jobs - but they are adapting.

Sat, 30 Jan 2021 16:06:47 +1000
Phoenix to lift for United as NBL postpones Wildcats, Breakers game
A fatigued South East Melbourne Phoenix have been told to show their toughness against Melbourne United, while the NBL has postponed the Breakers v Wildcats game while awaiting COVID test results.

Sat, 30 Jan 2021 16:00:41 +1000
Thunder back Cutting to keep his cool as heat rises in battle with old club
Thunder coach Shane Bond says there will be no need to keep Ben Cutting’s emotions in check as he clashes with Brisbane and Darren Lehmann on Sunday.

Sat, 30 Jan 2021 16:00:00 +1000
Tigers make historic return to Punt Road
A Richmond senior side will play for premiership points at their famous home, the Punt Road Oval, for the first time since 1964 on Sunday.

Sat, 30 Jan 2021 15:58:21 +1000
Qantas flights to reconnect Norfolk Island after NZ travel bubble bursts
The federal government has arranged repatriation flights for residents and visitors stranded on the island after Air New Zealand withdrew its services.

Sat, 30 Jan 2021 15:50:20 +1000
‘Time was precious’: Agam Singh and the Candy Rappers
How a boy undergoing treatment for cancer helped form a rap group - and filmed their story.

Sat, 30 Jan 2021 15:44:44 +1000
Search under way for missing snorkeller at Altona beach
A search is under way for a snorkeller who went missing near the pier on Altona beach on Saturday.

Sat, 30 Jan 2021 15:34:17 +1000
‘Escalating nuclear crisis’: US national security adviser sends bleak warning on Iran
Jake Sullivan says returning to the 2015 Iran nuclear deal was a priority for the new Biden administration.

Sat, 30 Jan 2021 15:30:06 +1000
After the fires, rare bird’s appearance surprises scientists
The behaviour of the shy and critically endangered eastern bristlebird has surprised researchers who returned to its habitat almost a year after the huge Gippsland bushfires.

Sat, 30 Jan 2021 15:30:00 +1000
‘Shocking’: dodgy plumbing jobs rife at new home building sites
Inspections on new home plumbing jobs revealed more than half were non-compliant and needed to be fixed.

Sat, 30 Jan 2021 15:26:32 +1000
Langer backed to handle dressing room ‘politics’
While a summer which culminated in a series loss to India has turned the heat on coach Justin Langer, he has been endorsed to handle any player agitation.

Sat, 30 Jan 2021 15:00:00 +1000
Selectors had chance to blood T20 talent, but they picked players out of form and out of position
After 14 rounds of the Big Bash there has never been a better time to pick an in-form Australian T20 team. Or so it would seem.

Sat, 30 Jan 2021 15:00:00 +1000
How Young Frankenstein taps into the fear of Donald Trump
The Hayes Theatre is returning after an extended shutdown with a dose of Mel Brooks’ high-camp silliness.

Sat, 30 Jan 2021 15:00:00 +1000
Why this food waste activist is hooked on Alaskan housewives
Alex Elliott-Howery can’t get enough of the women who fish and preserve food in North America.

Sat, 30 Jan 2021 15:00:00 +1000
Hot tickets 2021: Your guide to the must-see shows of the year
From the highly anticipated musicals Hamilton and Fangirls, to Ruth Park’s Playing Beatie Bow and the debut of ABC journalist Sally Sara’s semi-autographical play, theatre is back, baby!

Sat, 30 Jan 2021 15:00:00 +1000
The gentle act of pottering can give the mental break we crave
When our brains are busy, we stay in a “stress response” which leads to exhaustion and burnout and stifles creativity.

Sat, 30 Jan 2021 15:00:00 +1000
Best of the week: What to see and do from January 31 to February 6
From a silent film festival to circus, opera and comedy with Sam Taunton, we have your week in Sydney covered.

Sat, 30 Jan 2021 15:00:00 +1000
From tennis to French music, events are gearing up for a special year
Organisers at major events such as the Australian Open, Melbourne Fashion Festival, NGV Triennial and So Frenchy, So Chic are making the most of restrictions.

Sat, 30 Jan 2021 14:50:00 +1000
Moylan ‘still young enough to right a few wrongs,’ says Sharks coach
Matt Moylan appeared to have the world at his feet when he played for Australia and NSW in 2016. But his career has taken a dramatic turn since then.

Sat, 30 Jan 2021 14:35:25 +1000
‘There are a lot of similarities’: Tuqiri backs Marshall to follow his Rabbitohs title script
Like Benji Marshall, Lote Tuqiri was unwanted by the Tigers and thrown a lifeline by Souths. It worked out well for Tuqiri when he landed a title. Can Benji do the same?

Sat, 30 Jan 2021 14:30:00 +1000
Jae’Sean Tate Rockets from Sydney Kings to NBA starter
NBL fans had little doubt Jae’Sean Tate could make the NBA but his sudden rise as starting forward for the Houston Rockets is one of the feel-good stories of the NBA season.

Sat, 30 Jan 2021 14:22:08 +1000
US slams Chinese flights over South China Sea
A US official, speaking on condition of anonymity, said the Chinese aircraft did not come within 460 km of the US Navy vessels.

Sat, 30 Jan 2021 14:10:30 +1000
Barty’s battle: What will 11-month lay-off mean?
It was a post-match comment from rival Simona Halep that highlighted the uncertainty surrounding what Ashleigh Barty’s long gap between tour matches might mean.

Sat, 30 Jan 2021 14:00:35 +1000
‘Incredible atmosphere’: Government says packed Rod Laver Arena in final rounds is safe
New crowd capacity rules mean the final matches of this year’s Australian Open will be watched by crowds close to full capacity.



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