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LONG-COVID: Surveys of COVID-19 patients around the world indicate a stronger link between some genetic precursors and long-COVID development. Picture: FILE

Preliminary surveys suggest there are a few indicators of whether you might develop long-COVID.

Who's most likely to end up getting long-COVID symptoms?

WINNERS: The six Book of the Year winners. Pictures: CBCA

The six must-have books for your children.

How an 'angry woman' moment helped score a book of the year award

Finnish Prime Minister Sanna Marin (left) and photographer Janita Autio (right) at Flow Festival in Helsinki on August 13, 2022. Photo: Instagram @janitaautio

Calls mount for Finland's PM to be drugs tested after video emerges online of her partying.

Drug testing a PM: Good times haven't finished for Gen Z leader as leak emerges

Lismore flooding in March. Photo: Lismore City News.

Over the past 18 months, many communities have been hit by floods - some more than once.

A third straight La Nina is likely - here's how you and your family can prepare

Bluey. Source: AUSTRALIAN BROADCASTING CORPORATION

It isn't the first time Disney+ has censored the show.

Fans outraged as Bluey episode gets banned

BIG AND LITTLE CHANGE: If Australia became a republic nation and left the Commonwealth, there may be some significant changes to the Constitution, government, and currency. 

From constitutional change to a new face on our currency. Some things would look different if Australia became a republic.

What would change if Australia left the Commonwealth?

COMING BACK. Freshwater class ferry, the MV Queenscliff, will be operating on Sydney Harbour from early September. Picture: Manly Drone

Freshwater ferries will return to Sydney Harbour in a NSW Government backflip.

No longer a fairytale, as iconic ferries finally return to Sydney Harbour

Anti-vaccination mandate protesters have descended onto the Canberra Airport precinct in a bid to meet greet MPs ahead of parliament resuming this week.

Anti-vaccine mandate protesters swarm airport in bid to meet MPs

DOOR OPENS: Canadian singer-songwriter Frazey Ford will be the first international artist to play at Dashville since the pandemic. 

Frazey Ford finds her groove in taking her own sweet time.

Frazey Ford is driving in her own lane

More problematic than the prequel issue, is the whole fantasy thing. Picture HBO/Binge

Towards the end, our relationship with Game of Thrones resembled a young romance which had run its course.

House of the Dragon breaks two of three golden rules

As the fire emergency continues to threaten lives and homes in the South West of WA, locals and business owners have been quick to show their support for firefighters and volunteers.

Margaret River locals throw support behind firefighters

Tourists look at at lava flowing from a heart-shaped crater at the Fagradalsfjall volcano in Iceland on Monday, August 15, 2022. Photo: Aaron Chown/PA Images via Getty Images.

An ongoing volcanic eruption in Iceland serves as a reminder of Australia's not-so-distant volcanic past.

Iceland volcanic eruption a reminder of Australia's explosive past

SOARING HIGH: Alex The Astronaut performing on top of Australia's tallest building, SkyPoint, on the Gold Coast. Picture: Mitch Fresta

Alex The Astronaut rockets into greater space

PHOTOS: Busselton Magpies award 2021 season winners

Rhainer Lawrence with a photo of her late twin sister Skylar who died of meningococcal disease aged 33 months. 

Five years after losing their young daughter to a 'silent killer', a family is speaking about their heartbreak.

'None of us could comprehend she was gone': Family shares heartbreak of losing tiny twin

Deadly Science CEO Corey Tutt with resources bound for schools. Picture: Supplied

From Lego bricks to telescopes, Deadly Science sends packages to spark curiosity and learning, addressing wide-spread under-resourcing at rural schools

How Deadly Science connects students to Australia's first scientists

More than $675 million worth of methamphetamine was found in shipping containers at Port Botany. (Craig Golding/AAP PHOTOS)

The methylamphetamine was concealed in marble tiles.

Massive 750 kilograms of drug ice found in marble tiles

Veterans' Affairs Minister Matt Keogh. Picture: Elesa Kurtz

The Albanese government can and must immediately implement the recommendations of this interim report, to ensure the inquiry is a success.

We need action, not lip service, on veteran suicides

A defiant Scott Morrison has rejected calls for his resignation, but could face a parliamentary probe. Picture: James Croucher

The Governor-General says he had 'no reason' to believe Scott Morrison's appointments would be kept secret.

Morrison could be referred to a powerful parliamentary committee

A string of services, with the largest in Melbourne, will mark Vietnam Veterans' Day. (Ellen Smith/AAP PHOTOS)

Vietnam vets mark 'era-defining' conflict

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Tjungkara Ken is among the artists from the APY Lands whose work is touring nationally. (PR HANDOUT IMAGE PHOTO)

Art by women of APY Lands on national tour

James Hayward is set to face a trial next August after pleading not guilty to child abuse charges. (Richard Wainwright/AAP PHOTOS)

Trial dates set for MP on WA abuse charges

The M12 motorway will serve as the major access route to Western Sydney International Airport. (Mick Tsikas/AAP PHOTOS)

Construction starts on new Sydney motorway

National home values fell by 1.3 per cent in July, led by Sydney and Melbourne. (Jono Searle/AAP PHOTOS)

City housing market decline starts to ease

Top choice: Busselton Jetty Inc board members with Perkins builders. Picture: supplied.

Perkins appointed as builder for Jetty Village

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'Hi Mum' - the scam that pulls on parents' heart strings

Chef Aaron Lim says he plans to bring some of his beloved Singaporean-style shared dining to Xanadu Wines in Margaret River. Pictures: Supplied

French-trained chef to bring cultures together at Xanadu

RISING STAR: Okie Fraser was one of just two Western Australians selected for the talent camp. Picture: Supplied.

Okie to the rescue and recognised among big name surfers

True trajectory: Margaret River SHS students and creators of 'Alone', Joshua Yates and Seth Weadley with local actor, Andy Callaghan. Picture: Supplied

Students from Albany, Bunbury, Busselton and Margaret River have been announced as finalists in the 2022 Cinesnaps Short FIlm Competition, part of the CinefestOZ Film Festival program.

Student filmmakers shoot for the moon | CinefestOz Film Festival

With less than 8 weeks to go before the Strings Attached WA Guitar Festival returns to Margaret River, the festival lineup has been revealed, with a host of music legends heading down south.

Guitar legend Hank Marvin heading to Margaret River

COMMUNITY: Mandurah author Louisa West and Cowaramup author Lily Malone were among the attendees of the RWA's 2022 conference in Perth. Pictures: Supplied.

Hundreds of established and aspiring romance writers flocked to the Esplanade Hotel in Fremantle over the weekend for the Romance Writers of Australia's 2022 conference.

South West authors among massive turnout for Romance Writers of Australia conference in Perth

Capecare chair Martha Ryan with Brenda Drummond.

Capecare honours workers at awards night

IN THE OUTDOORS: Humble Bicycle Co are involved with a local race team, establishing customer relationships on and off the trails. Picture: Humble Bicycle Co. Instagram

Rex Dubois and his wife Lisa have brought their love of mountain biking to Vasse with their rustic, small-town bicycle store Humble Bicycle Co.

'Glad to be at the tail end': Mountain bike shop owners share tips for doing business in the South West

OTHER WORLDLY ADVENTURES: Les Feast (left) and pictured with his parents, who both served in World War 2, and brothers (right). Pictures: Supplied.

Ashrams, farming, losing it all: Meet Les Feast

9-year MRROS artists: Peter Scott, Kay Gibson, Gay Scaddan, Lauren Wilhelm, Fi Wilkie, Pascale Abbott, Gerry Reilly, Leon Pericles (front), John Miller and Voytek Kozlowski. Not pictured: Rachel Coad, Francois Payet, John Streater and Karen Seaman. Picture: Supplied

Artists across the Margaret River Region will soon emerge from winter hibernation for the 9th annual Margaret River Region Open Studios, which opens on 10 September.

'More than just surf, food and wine': South West WA's creatives bloom

Jamie Turner of Lazarus Horticulture will judge the houseplants entered in this year's Margaret River Ag Show. Picture: Supplied 

Are you thinking of entering this year's plant and floral competitions at the Margaret River Ag Show exhibition hall? Check out some tips from the judges (and legendary local green thumbs!)

Blooming good expert tips to score 'Best in Show'

Goal: Augusta Margaret River forward Harry Taylor kicked four goals for the match against Harvey Bulls. Pictures: JLG Photographics.

Last quarter show by Hawks

Contact: Busselton City goalkeeper Adam Guthridge. Picture: Sharon Cowley.

Premier mens match goes into extra time

BIG SCREEN: The Vantage at Vasse will screen The Song Keepers (left) and The Naked Wanderer. Pictures: Supplied.

'Forced to a small screen diet': Film festival comes to Vasse

Raising Awareness: Debbie Van der Baan will walk the City2Surf with family and friends on Sunday, wearing a shirt with a picture of daughter Jen on it, to raise awareness for mental health. Picture: Max Mason-Hubers   

When she hears a song that her daughter liked, the tears return.

'She was so loved, if only she knew how much'

Busselton, Broome top performers for house price growth

The WA State Government has announced it will create the world's longest continuously connected electric highway.

WA to develop 'World's longest electric highway'

Volod & Regina (centre) receive the gift of music from Ian Parmenter. Also on the calendar was a concert at Margaret River Uniting Church with Ukrainian-born Anna Bogachova and Japanese violinist, Akiko Miyazawa.

The Margaret River community welcomed a couple of opportunities to connect with different cultures this month, starting with a special visit to town by a family recently relocated to Nannup from war-torn Ukraine.

Warm welcome for Ukrainian friends

Chris and Candice Barton bought their shop when it was called Busselton Central Bakery four years ago. Picture: Supplied.

'Weren't going to shy away from that': The Bartons are 'baking' new ground

Ashlee and Mat Davey are competing in Group 1 of the latest season of My Kitchen Rules. Picture: Supplied

A Margaret River region couple have graced Australian television screens this week for the first episodes of home-cooking competition and reality TV show, My Kitchen Rules.

Husband and wife foodies jump on MKR journey

Reality TV rules for Margaret River foodies | Video

From left: Stuart Pim (Flowstone Wines), Julian Langworthy (Deep Woods Estate), Nic Peterkin (L.A.S. Vino) and Luke Jolliffe (Stella Bella Wines). 

Wine drinkers of Western Australia are celebrating this week with the news that the State boasts the finest Shiraz, Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc in the country.

'Winemaking nirvana': Margaret River shines at 2023 Halliday Wine Companion Awards

Xanadu Wines Chief Winemaker, Glenn Goodall has taken out the 2023 Halliday Wine Companion Winemaker of the Year award. Picture: Supplied

Acclaimed Margaret River winemaker Glenn Goodall says the craft is "definitely a team sport", and his latest accolade is an acknowledgement of everyone at Xanadu Wines.

Glenn Goodall is 2023 Halliday Winemaker of the Year

Successful applicants will receive foundation training in biosecurity, and will learn to handle detector dogs in various scenarios before deployment. Picture: Supplied

In a rare move, Australia's biosecurity detector dog program will open its recruitment program to the general public.

Rare chance to take on elite career path... with a fun bonus

Karridale homeowner Josh Higgins (inset) says he is grateful to be safe and dry after storms tore the roof off his home on Monday night. Pictures: Supplied

A Karridale homeowner is counting the losses after a wild night of storms tore the roof off his house earlier this week.