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Sat, 28 Aug 2021 19:00:00 +1000
The thrilling world of zombies and vampires has become my pandemic solace
Why? Well, I want to feel things! I want to be entertained! I want to be scared by something other than COVID-19!

Sat, 28 Aug 2021 18:59:38 +1000
As it happened: NSW records 1035 new cases and Victoria records 64, with states ramp up public vaccination push
Victoria is in talks with the federal government to boost its vaccine supply, while Afghans with Australian visas are being told to stay away from Kabul airport over feats of more terror attacks.

Sat, 28 Aug 2021 18:48:03 +1000
Paralympics day four LIVE: Clifford collapses on track after silver medal win; Aussie sprinter offers to sell medal in exchange for bobsled funds
It’s a huge day for Australia on day four of the Paralympics with medal chances at both the track and the pool.

Sat, 28 Aug 2021 18:46:33 +1000
Australian Christian Lobby says believers should push for COVID freedoms, not ‘fear death’
In an email to members, the group’s managing director Martyn Iles said the coronavirus was here to stay and that he was “not afraid to face the inevitable”.

Sat, 28 Aug 2021 18:44:52 +1000
As it happened: Giants hang on for epic one-point win over Swans, Greene makes umpire contact
Follow along as we bring you all the key moments from the Second Elimination Final between Sydney and GWS from Launceston.

Sat, 28 Aug 2021 18:39:51 +1000
AFL 2021 LIVE updates: Demons face Lions in First Qualifying Final at Adelaide Oval
Follow along as we bring you all the key moments from the First Qualifying Final between Melbourne and the Brisbane Lions from Adelaide Oval.

Sat, 28 Aug 2021 18:33:01 +1000
Heartbreak for Swans as Giants advance in epic final
In one of the best finals in recent years, the Giants fell over the line by one point against the Swans, but Toby Green marred the thrilling victory by making contact with an umpire.

Sat, 28 Aug 2021 18:29:46 +1000
Bushfire rescue ship first to use Brisbane’s new cruise terminal
This weekend the first ship to dock at Brisbane’s new International Cruise Terminal was a saviour to Victoria’s Mallacoota bushfire victims in 2020.

Sat, 28 Aug 2021 18:28:27 +1000
The Queensland uni student who became an FBI agent and took on the Taliban
He’s worked for the FBI and been fired upon daily in Afghanistan, but there’s one memory that’s seared into Fred Bradford’s mind – the 2017 Las Vegas shooting.

Sat, 28 Aug 2021 18:26:26 +1000
‘He is trying too hard’: Matthews questions Dangerfield’s finals impact
AFL legend Leigh Matthews has suggested Geelong champion Patrick Dangerfield’s “desperation” is affecting his composure and performance.

Sat, 28 Aug 2021 18:21:53 +1000
Weddings to resume in NSW after state reported a record 1035 new cases
NSW will allow weddings with up to five guests from Friday in a surprise move that came despite the state reporting a record number of COVID cases, in addition to two more deaths.

Sat, 28 Aug 2021 18:13:34 +1000
Australia’s female goalball team clinch first Paralympic victory in 25 years
The Australian team was overcome with emotion after their result in Tokyo, three days after a heavy 11-1 defeat by Israel.

Sat, 28 Aug 2021 18:00:00 +1000
Race-by-race preview and tips for Wyong on Sunday
Everything you need to know to find a winner at the Central Coast meeting.

Sat, 28 Aug 2021 18:00:00 +1000
Arthur Francis can make a name for himself as a three-year-old
It’s a far cry from the San Domenico Stakes at Kembla Grange, but don’t be surprised if a carnival player emerges from the fourth race at Wyong  on Sunday.

Sat, 28 Aug 2021 17:58:39 +1000
Prebble delivers Memsie Stakes win in whirlwind 48 hours
Brett Prebble grasped his group 1 opportunity with both hands, riding Memsie Stakes winner Behemoth to victory after receiving a late call-up to replace suspended hoop Jamie Kah.

Sat, 28 Aug 2021 17:26:13 +1000
‘Many caught out’: Shepparton stretched thin as outbreak grows
A takeaway coffee from a Shepparton cafe was all it took to send Amy DePaola into quarantine for 10 days, she might have been spared if she had arrived 10 minutes later.

Sat, 28 Aug 2021 17:24:51 +1000
Dragons blow lead to officially bow out of finals race
St George Illawarra have equalled the club’s longest losing streak after blowing a handy half-time lead against North Queensland in Rockhampton.

Sat, 28 Aug 2021 17:18:02 +1000
Swifts dedicate ‘incredible’ grand final win to locked-down NSW
The Swifts’ calm finishing proved the difference in the Super Netball decider to cap a tumultuous season for both NSW sides.

Sat, 28 Aug 2021 17:11:50 +1000
Rogic, Mooy headline Socceroos squad for World Cup qualifiers
The star pair did not play any part in the previous round’s qualifying games in the hub in Kuwait in June, and are in line to play for the national team for the first time since 2019.

Sat, 28 Aug 2021 17:11:46 +1000
Ominous odds for Sunday underdogs but NRL defends six-again rule amid blowouts
The bookies believe both of Sunday’s games will end in lopsided scores, but the NRL says it is unfair to blame one rule for this year’s big margins.

Sat, 28 Aug 2021 17:05:14 +1000
‘Generosity has been astounding’: Ben Quilty raises $4 million for Afghan people
A fundraising campaign led by artist Ben Quilty has raised $4 million thanks to pledges from Atlassian billionaires Scott Farquhar and Mike Cannon-Brookes.

Sat, 28 Aug 2021 17:02:11 +1000
US braces for more terror, reveals there was only one, not two bombings in Kabul
The US President’s top national security advisers told him to expect more bloodshed as the US withdrawal effort enters its “most dangerous” period.

Sat, 28 Aug 2021 16:54:25 +1000
Clark controls San Domenico to deliver In The Congo surprise
Tim Clark took control of the San Domenico Stakes from the barriers, and In The Congo’s speed did the rest.

Sat, 28 Aug 2021 16:45:00 +1000
‘I’ve been enslaved by this woman’: Psychics fight defamation battle in court
An online conflict between two psychics has spilt into Victoria’s County Court amid claims of a “spiritual hijacking”.

Sat, 28 Aug 2021 16:00:00 +1000
From Bandit to Ted Lasso and cousin Greg, it’s time for the good guy to shine
There’s a new breed of man in town: the nice guy. As Father’s Day approaches, we’re honouring the good blokes on our screens, from dads to best friends, crushes and yes, even, a crook.

Sat, 28 Aug 2021 15:47:13 +1000
‘No fear’: Clifford to run marathon despite collapsing in 5000m final
Australia distance runner Jaryd Clifford had nothing left in the tank following his first race in Tokyo that ended with him on a stretcher.

Sat, 28 Aug 2021 15:46:25 +1000
Kangaroo Jaidyn Stephenson fractures hip in bike trick gone wrong
North Melbourne’s Jaidyn Stephenson has suffered a small fracture to his hip in a mountain-biking accident at his home on Friday.

Sat, 28 Aug 2021 15:44:22 +1000
Best of cartoons, August 28, 2021
The news of the day as interpreted by our talented artists, illustrators and cartoonists.

Sat, 28 Aug 2021 15:38:44 +1000
‘A breathtaking masterstroke of gothic storytelling’: Chvrches’ new album
This week, reviewers listen to new releases from Scottish synth-pop band Chvrches, Tropical F--- Storm, Evan Parker Quartet and GA-20.

Sat, 28 Aug 2021 15:28:56 +1000
Opening up: Living with COVID in Australia
There is now widespread recognition that we’ll need more than just a high rate of vaccination to live more freely in Australia. So what might life look like?

Sat, 28 Aug 2021 15:01:17 +1000
US kills Islamic State-K ‘planner’ in drone strike
The US said it made an unmanned counter-terrorism air strike against an Islamic State-K operative – its first military move since the Kabul airport attack.

Sat, 28 Aug 2021 14:53:42 +1000
Magical run a fading memory as Bulldogs face moment of truth
The Bulldogs are confident their midfield can lift against Essendon in a cut-throat clash, and it will need to if they are to avoid an elimination final exit on Sunday.

Sat, 28 Aug 2021 14:32:44 +1000
Ten England players could pull out of Ashes tour in quarantine row
England’s players are worried Cricket Australia doesn’t have influence over government and fickle states could ban travel or go into lockdown instantly, ripping up prior agreements.

Sat, 28 Aug 2021 14:28:34 +1000
How TikTok and COVID denied Cleary mantle of youngest to score 1000 points
Nathan Cleary will become the second-youngest player in rugby league to post 1000 career points. The youngest was not even aware he held the record.

Sat, 28 Aug 2021 14:00:05 +1000
‘Shocking and disturbing’: Explosive report claims corruption and branch bombing has left the WA Liberals a ‘political wasteland’
The report said it must be concluded and emphasised that the WA Liberals were a party in decline and headed for the door. Decent people had abandoned the party leaving what was now effectively a political wasteland devoid of Liberal principles and va...

Sat, 28 Aug 2021 14:00:00 +1000
Action required if your super fund is underperforming
Your financial adviser is required to ask you each year to sign a consent form to continue paying fees – and you are free to choose.

Sat, 28 Aug 2021 13:59:57 +1000
Adelaide sound out Neil Balme for football department role
Adelaide have sounded out respected football manager Neil Balme to assist their football department.

Sat, 28 Aug 2021 13:51:40 +1000
New exposure sites linked to COVID-positive truck drivers who arrived in Perth
Anyone who visited the sites at the same time as the truck drivers needs to get tested and quarantine immediately.

Sat, 28 Aug 2021 13:50:12 +1000
Out of the country, female Afghan robotics team hopes to help others
“Many people are leaving, but there are still girls who have dreams,” said Saghar whose team’s high profile made them feel scared for their future.

Sat, 28 Aug 2021 13:41:17 +1000
Wright time for Peter’s purple patch
The Essendon big man’s career-best form is a big reason why on Sunday he will play his first AFL final since being drafted by Gold Coast at pick No. 8 in 2014.

Sat, 28 Aug 2021 13:35:47 +1000
‘Not just weddings at stake’: Health Minister says Victoria must avoid NSW health system strain
Just over half the new locally acquired cases reported in Victoria were in quarantine for all of their infectious period.

Sat, 28 Aug 2021 13:20:23 +1000
The country with the most fresh water on the planet has lost 15 per cent of it
The Brazilian scientists were sceptical. They ran different models to check calculations, but they all returned the same startling result.

Sat, 28 Aug 2021 13:04:28 +1000
‘Get over that hurdle’: Barty primed for a US Open title assault
Ashleigh Barty is acutely aware of the expectations to “go deep” at the US Open, the only major where the world No.1 is yet to reach the semi-finals.

Sat, 28 Aug 2021 12:26:20 +1000
‘A major stuff-up’: Vaccine appointments for 12- to 15-year-olds cancelled
Parents who made appointments on for their children to receive the Pfizer vaccination were outraged by the cancellation of their appointments.

Sat, 28 Aug 2021 12:01:00 +1000
From the Archives, 1979: Lions record-breaking Demons massacre
The 1979 season will hold no bearing in the minds of Melbourne fans come Saturday night, but this match is full of current records. It is the greatest winning margin in AFL/VFL history, and will likely remain Melbourne’s highest conceded score for ...

Sat, 28 Aug 2021 11:52:22 +1000
John Setka won’t stand down after denying alleged domestic violence assault
The union leader has said he will not step aside from his position despite his wife Emma Walters accusing him of assaulting her.

Sat, 28 Aug 2021 11:49:30 +1000
Mitchell facing six-match ban for sickening hit on Joey Manu
Latrell Mitchell’s season is over after he was hit with a grade-two reckless high tackle charge on Joey Manu, which carries a six-match ban with an early plea.

Sat, 28 Aug 2021 11:40:00 +1000
‘That’s not a lockdown. This is a lockdown’: Much hangs on Ardern’s COVID elimination strategy
The defining characteristics of Jacinda Ardern’s “go hard, go early” strategy has been the deployment of strict lockdowns that would make most Australians wince.

Sat, 28 Aug 2021 11:30:00 +1000
From nag to riches: The Sir Alogy story
He may have been forced to exit the big stage far too soon, but this lovable Riverina lad, who had delivered mightily, left with his legacy and reputation assured.

Sat, 28 Aug 2021 11:17:53 +1000
NSW records two deaths, 1035 new local COVID-19 cases
A record 156,165 people received a vaccination in NSW on Friday - more than 61,000 of those at vaccination hubs.



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