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Scott Morrison and Anthony Albanese on the campaign trail. Pictures: Facebook, Steve Evans

Who shines out on the road with press pack in tow - and does it really matter?

The bizarre rituals of the campaign trail

Australia, Italy, Sweden, the UK, Spain, Portugal and the US are dealing with monkeypox outbreaks

A case of monkeypox has been confirmed in Victoria.

Confirmed monkeypox case in Australia

A still from Everything Went Fine. Picture: Sharmill Films

Ozon has often had a happy knack for getting to the heart of the matter with his deceptively simple intimate dramas.

Everything Went Fine a challenging take on end of life

Australian Opposition Leader Anthony Albanese listens to former Australian prime minister Julia Gillard speak to the media during a press conference in Adelaide on Friday. Picture: AAP

Australia's first female prime minister has been out campaigning with Anthony Albanese as the race tightens a day out from polling day.

'He's ready': Gillard seeks the national female vote for Albanese

Prime Minister Scott Morrison. Picture: Mick Tsikas/AAP

The Prime Minister has walked around national security comments over revelations the government voted down aid funding to curb Chinese influence in the Pacific.

PM denies leak on Pacific aid cut

March4Justice rally. Picture: Sitthixay Ditthavong

Plans to better support working women and keep vulnerable women and girls safe have never been so keenly sought.

What the major parties are doing to woo women

This is a sample of The Echidna newsletter sent out each weekday morning till the end of the election.

Will Morrison soar like an eagle once again?

The wickedly funny world that Dahl created seems much of the time at arm's length.

To Olivia: A surface-only look at Roald Dahl's grief

As leader, Anthony Albanese has had leeway his predecessor Bill Shorten wouldn't have had. Picture: AAP

Scott Morrison is perfectly correct in arguing that if you change the government, you change the country. People must decide that they want that, from the evidence they have been presented.

There is plenty of room for scapegoats if Labor loses tomorrow

Prime Minister Scott Morrison arrives at a press conference at the Michael Clarke Recreation Centre on Day 39 of the 2022 federal election campaign. Picture: AAP

Local MPs 'best people' to determine grants merits, the Prime Minister says.

'Looking at bits of paper': PM slams APS advice on grants

A still from How To Please A Woman. Picture: Supplied

Sally Phillips brings this comedic sensibility and panache to this new Aussie independent comedy.

How to Please a Woman a safe exploration of suburban sex work

There are 133,158 active cases across the state.

NSW COVID-19 hospitalisations drop as 10 lives are lost

Bridget Archer says she doesnt have a view on Scott Morrison remaining leader after the election, whatever happens. Picture: Finn McHugh

Stay tuned in here for all the developments as Australians turn out to decide who will lead the Parliament and the nation for the next three years.

As it happened: 'At the moment, Scott Morrison is taking us to this election...': Lib MP

Reporter Shivé Prema takes a rapid antigen test.

Everything you need to know about rapid antigen tests.

How to take a rapid antigen test properly

Telephone voting for Australians who contracted COVID will be expanded.

Phone voting expanded to allow more people with COVID to vote

BEST: Lindsay Bourke's honey has been titles the best in the world. Picture: File

Today is World Bee Day, a chance to celebrate the importance of our 'most important insects'.

World Bee Day honours our tiny pollinators

Today, we score the Coalition and Labor on their commitments to the top 10 issues according to our readers. Pictures: AAP

Before the election campaign, ACM readers told us the issues most likely to decide their vote. Today, we score the Coalition and Labor on their promises.

Federal election scorecard: What the Coalition and Labor have promised

Whether he's crash-tackling under-eight soccer players or disappointing women voters, you can't deny Scott Morrison has form. Picture: James Croucher

How is it possible that Allegra Spender is not the local Liberal candidate for Wentworth?

It's time women started signing up for the Liberal Party

CLIMATE SOLUTIONS: Cosmos science reporter Ellen Phiddian. Picture: supplied

Making formic acid with a ferric mineral.

Will soil carbon fix the climate crisis?

Human Rights Minister Tara Cheyne said Canberrans were being treated as second-class citizens. Picture: Sitthixay Ditthavong 

Scott Morrison confirmed a Coalition government would not seek to overturn the ban if re-elected, saying it was "not our policy".

PM confirms no plans to repeal voluntary assisted dying ban on territories as NSW laws pass

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The ICAC has found a former NSW public servant awarded $12.2 million in contracts to his friends.

NSW official gave $12m in deals to mates

PROUD: Ian Kemp, photographer, preparing print work for his exhibition. Picture: CONTRIBUTED.


Willaura Modern present NEVERLASTING: A photographic exhibition by Ian Kemp

The election campaign included a 'shouty' debate between Anthony Albanese and Scott Morrison.

Highlights of six-week election campaign

Chris Dawson's former student denies her unpublished book was written to destroy him.

Dawson babysitter's book 'not revenge'

Scott Morrison and Anthony Albanese. Pictures: James Croucher and Sitthixay Ditthavong

It's just one sleep left until democracy sausage day.

With just one sleep to go, here's how the parties weigh up on your priorities

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PLAY ON: The Mininera and District Football League have decided to continue round five despite two game cancelations. 

"If there is a situation where more clubs in one round are effected then we may abandon the round, although that is still to be determined."

Mininera and District Football League make call on round five

CANCELLED: The Ararat Eagles match against Hawkesdale-Macarthur has been cancelled due to COVID-19. Picture: CONTRIBUTED, KAYE BULGER. 

Hawkesdale-Macarthur cancel all games due to COVID-19

TASK: Reinswoman Jackie Barker will be a busy on Sunday afternoon with drives in at least eight events. Photo: Claire Weston Photography

Sunday afternoon will see Ararat's R.T. White Raceway turn all pink for the second year in a row as the Club gets behind harness racing's month long "Pacing For Pink" campaign in support of the McGrath Foundation.

'Pacing for Pink' on again

FUNDING: The Tatyoon FNC is set to benefit from the latest round of Council funding. Picture: CONTRIBUTED, TRACEY KRUGER.

"We recognise the essential role community-based initiatives and events have in enhancing the quality of life across Ararat Rural City."

Council gives $15,580 in funding across six local community groups

Calls for assistance came through just before 8am.

Driver dies after Western Highway collision near Stawell

ATTACK: Vice-captain Alan Batchelor kicking the ball inside 50. Picture: CONTRIBUTED, MAX ALLGOOD.

Ararat move a game clear on top of the ladder

Tom Banfield - the Last in a Line of Heritage for a Newspaper Family

STEP: Naish McRoberts with ball in hand. Picture: CONTRIBUTED, KAYE BULGER.

Eagles continue their winning form with victory over Lismore Derrinallum

VOLUNTEER: Ararat Fire Brigade volunteer Rob Keith. Picture: JAMES HALLEY.

"It gives great satisfaction to know they can go home safely to their family."

Rob Keith celebrates 60 years volunteering for the CFA

SNAP: Tatyoon's Will Henderson kicking the ball against Penshurst in round three. Picture: CONTRIBUTED, TRACEY KRUGER. 

COVID-19 hits Woorndoo Mortlake as the club forfeits football and netball

Club forced to forfeit all games due to COVID-19

GRAND PRIZE: Angie and David Waters, Tarrangower Merinos, Hillgrove NSW took out the grand champion prize, plus the class 80s quality category and the New England region category, with John Lamb from the Australian Council of Wool Exporters and Processors.

The ASWGA was also celebrating the organisation's 50th anniversary.

Superfine wool growers awarded in Ararat in pictures

MEDICAL ASSISTANCE: Mr Naqeeb said working in the Wimmera gave individuals quicker medical assistance than if they went to places such as Ballarat. Photo: NICK RIDLEY

A general surgeon is offering his services in Ararat to help reduce wait times for medical assistance.

Reducing medical wait times for Ararat residents

HISTORY: Streatham Mininera premiers in 1926.

"It is a tribute to the highs and lows of competition, the diversity of teams, the desire for inclusiveness and a true example of loyalty and dedication to a shared purpose."

Mininera and District Football League release commemorative history book

WINNERS: Peter Gibson, Tess Thompson and Shev Healy. Picture: CONTRIBUTED. 

Peter Gibson won the 5000m handicap race followed by Tess Thompson and Shev Healy

Small field of runners participate in the SACCC Mitre10 5000m handicap race

A general surgeon is offering his services in the Wimmera to help reduce wait times for medical assistance.

Reducing medical wait times for Wimmera residents

PROTECT: VICSES volunteers in the western region. Picture: Contributed. 

Regional communities to thank VICSES Mid West volunteers on Wear Orange Day

"Your feedback will inform Council's plan and ensure we're focusing on the right outcomes for our community for the next five years."

Council seeking resident feedback on planning scheme review

Prime Minister Scott Morrison officially launched the Liberals' election campaign on Sunday. Picture: AAP

Scott Morrison has made housing a central part of the Liberal Party's official launch.

Liberal Party 'warms up' with final countdown underway

DOWNTIME: Create a space you'll crave when the temperature starts to drop. Photo: Shutterstock. 

Your weekly style guide to stay up to date with the latest trends.

Your cocooning essentials | Trending

NEW BASICS: Bonds organic quilt cover set, $99.99. A simple way to brighten up your child's bedroom is with colourful bedding. Photo: Supplied

Timber and neon: the new perfect match | Trending

NO SPOILERS: This Mother's Day, why not surprise mum with something she'd never buy herself. Photo: Shutterstock

Mother's Day gift guide | Trending

DELICIOUS, EVEN MINUS THE FOOD: Creating a lush dining room is quite simple, you just need the right accessories to pull the look together. Photo: Shutterstock 

Dine in decadence | Trending

LOOK SHARP: Fashion doyenne Iris Apfel's new collaboration with H&M is a reminder you can dress to impress at any age. Photo: Supplied

Slay in the style stakes, at any age | Trending

FESTIVE TOUCH: Decorating and gift giving are now commonplace during the Easter season. Photo: Shutterstock

Fun ways to celebrate the season | Trending

The results speak for themselves. Home and property values are soaring and you could benefit from this trend. Find out with a free appraisal of the value of your home.

Could you be a property millionaire?

MARRIAGE MARCH: Opting for separate pieces can be a wonderful thing, especially if you want more bang for your bridal buck. Photo: shonajoy.com.au

Wedding garb you can wear again after the big day | Trending

Using her own experiences as a mum with a love of the outdoors, Tiffany Droge has created the ultimate family outing baby carrier. 