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GRIM REALITY: Australia has now recorded more than 10,000 deaths with COVID-19 since the start of the pandemic. Picture: FILE

The average of 50 deaths per day would be equivalent to a passenger bus crashing and killing every passenger on board every single day.

Australia passed a grim COVID-19 milestone over the weekend

Cowaramup Primary School students and teachers take part in NAIDOC Day 2022 celebrations. Pictures: Supplied

Cowaramup Primary School recognised NAIDOC Day on campus last week with a day full of cultural activities and educational fun.

Cowaramup stands up, shows up for NAIDOC Day | Photos

Looking down at the turf farms around Wilberforce and Freemans Reach, in the Hawkesbury region, north west of Sydney, on Sunday, July 3. Picture: PolAir - NSW Police Force Aviation Command/Facebook

Harrowing images as the NSW floods crisis grows

Resilient: Hayley Linea moved to Camden with her children Poppy Hallack, 5, and Luke hallack, 8, earlier this year. Picture: Sylvia Liber

Roads cut off, hundreds of residents evacuated, businesses underwater - flood devastation has returned to south west Sydney.

Devastation returns in fourth flood of year

Formerly of Cedar Grove, AK has journeyed to Ukraine to help the people of the war-torn country. Picture supplied.

A local man has taken it upon himself to help the people of Ukraine.

'Morally bound' to help: AK's mission to Ukraine

The Windsor Bridge is submerged under floodwater from the swollen Hawkesbury River, in Windsor, north west of Sydney. Photo: AAP Image/Bianca De Marchi

See the devastating footage of floods impacting across NSW

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

A local takes a photo of a road inundated by floodwaters in Camden in South Western Sydney. Photo: AAP Image/Mick Tsikas

It's the fourth time in just six months that the lower lying areas in our busy little town in south west Sydney have been inundated with floodwaters.

Community spirit swells as flood waters rise - again

Locals save furniture from a house threatened by floodwaters in Camden in South Western Sydney,. Photo: AAP Image/Mick Tsikas 

Winds and rains impacted the NSW across the weekend.

20 moments that showcase the wild weather across NSW

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

VIDEO | $25,000 reward offered to help find Mandurah police car arsonists

Vincent Lacoste and Benjamin Voisin in Lost Illusions. Picture: Palace Cinema

An irreverent, playful tone is one of this film's many pleasures.

Period piece steeped in modernity

PHOTOS: Busselton Magpies award 2021 season winners

Woody Harrelson and Kevin Hart in The Man From Toronto. Picture: Netflix

Kevin Hart is back after being cancelled by the internet, headlining a big-budget Netflix film.

A harmless way to kill an evening

Adam Sandler and Maria Botto in Hustle. Picture: Netflix

That mumbling patter that Sandler made his comedic schtick is still here, but toned right down and underneath a huge bushy beard.

Adam Sandler shines in rags-to-riches basketball drama Hustle

UNLIKELY LADS: Matt Mason, Tommy O'Dell and Johnny Took, of DMA'S, will release their fourth album later this year.

"It's funny when people go, 'you're changing'."

DMA'S getting back to where they once belonged

Man Vs Bee showcases the best in Rowan Atkinson, confirming he can deliver as brilliantly as he did with Mr Bean. Picture: Netflix

Man Vs Bee showcases the best in Atkinson, confirming he can deliver as brilliantly as he did with Mr Bean, and is still at the top of his game.

Man Vs Bee showcases the best in Atkinson

Wing general manager Simon Rossi says battery powered drones are a green, faster and more affordable way to make deliveries. Photo: Supplied

Wing isn't in the business of delivering coffee and banh mi, it's in the business of developing drone technology and infrastructure.

Drone delivery is about more than just flying takeout

I even have my own Hellfire Club t-shirt as worn here by characters, Mike and Dustin. Picture: Netflix

If you often find yourself looking back fondly on the shows of your youth, then this one is for you.

There are 'Stranger Things' to be obsessed with

A survey of the nation's leading economists shows a forecast rise in interest rates and inflation. Picture: Shutterstock

The Conversation's 2022-23 forecasting survey predicts an increase in the Reserve Bank's cash rate.

Sky-high mortgages, 7.1% inflation, and a 20% chance of recession. How the Conversation's panel sees the year ahead

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Tyler Jakovac (with head covered) has admitted advocating a terrorism act or offence.

NSW man's extremist views 'concerning'

NSW Health Minister Brad Hazzard is urging people to get their COVID-19 booster shot.

NSW warned third COVID-19 peak on its way

Premier Daniel Andrews has extended Victoria's pandemic declaration until at least October.

Extension for Vic pandemic declaration

Premier Mark McGowan hopes WA's lifestyle and strong economy will attract skilled migrants.

WA expands skilled migrant program

The driver of the car and a passenger are at Royal Melbourne Hospital in critical condition.

Two fighting for life after bridge crash

REMEMBERED: Heather and Dennis Russell say their late son Hedley loved hockey, horses and helping his father out with work. Pictures: Supplied.

Heather and Dennis Russell first reached out to Busselton Hospice Care at the beginning of 2020, after their son Hedley received a terminal cancer diagnosis, and they say the service helped them through one of the hardest times in their lives.

'Grief and healing': Busselton Hospice Care helps families through terminal diagnoses

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'Almost four years ago to the day that we won $2 million': Second win for Baldivis man's syndicate

Precious: WA Police Commissioner Chris Dawson with his great great grandfather Elijah Dawson's Bible. Picture: Jemillah Dawson.

Bible to last the ages

The beloved Sabrina Hahn will join Costa Georgiadis and Gertrude Wellease at the next Nannup Flower and Garden Festival in August. Picture: Supplied

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The Nannup Flower and Garden Festival boasts a huge schedule this year, including 82 ticketed and free events, and 18 open gardens, farms, and studios.

25,000 tulips planted across Nannup ahead of festival

Pass: Busselton City's Sami Ryan sends forward a free kick. Pictured: Sharon Cowley.

Intense win for Busselton City women

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The 3 metre white shark was reported by a member of the public at 8:45am on Monday morning.

White shark sighted at Cowaramup Bay Boat Ramp

Flowers, jewels, cheese and cooking are all on the table this winter break as Origins Market in Busselton pulls out all the stops with school holiday activities for kids of all ages.

From foodie faves to flower crowns: Free school holiday fun at Origins Market

Test drive: Bunbury MLA Don Punch with Innovation minister Stephen Dawson at ECU South West Campus. Pictures: supplied.

New innovation hub funded at South West university

PROTESTING: People across the United States have taken to the streets in protest of overturning Roe v Wade. Picture: Gayatri Malhotra via Unsplash.

The Mail sat down with three women from Western Australia who have terminated a pregnancy, and heard how they felt about Roe v Wade being overturned in the United States.

'For me, it would've meant abject poverty': Trickle-down effect of abortion ruling felt in WA

BANNED: The items include plates, bowls, cutlery, drink stirrers, drinking straws, thick plastic bags, expanded polystyrene (EPS) food containers, helium balloon releases and unlidded containers. Picture: File Image. 

Historic day for single-use plastic bans in WA

WA Premier and Treasurer Mark McGowan said the second Household Electricity Credit payment was the most generous power credit for households in the nation, "at a time when war and other global pressures generate inflationary pressures across Australia". Picture: File Image

Some WA households could be eligible for more than $700 in energy bill relief payments.

Energy bill help on the way for WA households

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Career and volunteer firefighters are at the scene and are working to free a person who is trapped.

RAC Rescue sent to car and truck crash in Jindong

Chase away the winter blues with an afternoon of wine and cheese by the fire at Howard Park Wines. Picture: Supplied

Now in its sixth year, the event features a list of traditional winter favourites including a melted cheese feast, accompanied by a selection of award-winning Howard Park wines set amongst the warmth of a roaring fire.

Fireside cheese and wine returns to Howard Park

Margaret River musicians Kevin MacDonald and Paul Barlow took part in 'The Careful Project' along with other WA artists and performers. Picture: Supplied

An incredible virtual world is being developed in the South West of WA.

Art explores new horizons

Wild and wonderful produce: Oddest Looking, Most Colourful, and Heaviest Fruit or Vegetable are all new categories open for entry in this year's Margaret River Ag Show. Pictures: Terri Sharpe

With just under six months to go, plans for this years Margaret River Agricultural Show are in full swing and excitement is building.

Grow for the Show: New categories give more chances to win

Martin Black and Patrick Coward: Coward and Black Vineyard Blanc de Blancs was the only WA sparkling to win a medal at this year's Decanter awards. 

A Sparkling Blanc de Blancs from the Margaret River wine region has landed a Bronze Medal at the 2022 Decanter World Wine Awards in London, alongside some of the world's most iconic French Champagnes.

'First ever crack' lands bronze medal for Wilyabrup winery

Jackie Jarvis MLC (left) with Minister Stephen Dawson (centre) and DFES Commissioner Darren Klemm AFSM (second from right) present a new Flood Rescue Boat to the Busselton State Emergency Service Unit. Picture: Supplied

New rescue boats for South West SES units

Award season: Ex Margaret River Independent School student Rio Haigh - known professionally as Alex Belman - has been nominated for his jazz song, Slowly Burning, in this year's WAM Song of the Year competition. Picture: Supplied

With a WAM Song of the Year nomination under his belt and a debut album waiting in the wings, Margaret River-born and bred Alex Belman's musical journey is just getting started.

Jazz burns bright for emerging West Aussie songwriter

Hawthorn's Tom Mitchell had game-high 35 disposals despite starting on the bench against GWS.

I'm staying at Hawthorn: Tom Mitchell

Eric Hipwood has been referred directly to the AFL tribunal over an incident involving an umpire.

Lions star Hipwood to face AFL tribunal

Cowboys forward Tom Gilbert will fulfil a lifelong dream by representing the Maroons in Origin III.

Gilbert sheds madman tag for Origin debut

Former Michigan University star Derrick Walton Jr (r) has traded the NBA for the NBL's Sydney Kings.

Adams on outer as Kings sign NBA guard

Star Western Bulldogs onballer Adam Treloar should play in their must-win AFL match against Sydney.

Treloar, English set for Swans AFL clash

Brisbane will host its first Socceroos match since 2018 when Graham Arnold's men play New Zealand.

Socceroos to face Kiwis in WC warm-up

Connor Budarick's season is over after the Suns defender suffered another injury to his right knee.

Luckless Sun Budarick suffers ACL injury

Richmond star Dustin Martin is expected to be out for two AFL games because of a hamstring injury.

Tiger Martin hamstrung for two AFL games

Richmond are likely to contest a one-match AFL ban handed to defender Nick Vlastuin for striking.

Richmond's Vlastuin faces ban for punch

Brisbane star Payne Haas is to rest his shoulder injuries, missing at least two NRL games.

Injured Haas out for at least two weeks

It was late and dark in London when Novak Djokovic completed his victory over Tim van Rijthoven.

Wimbledon defend Djokovic late, late show

Trainers tend to Darcy Moore, of the Magpies, during the round 16 match between the Gold Coast Suns and Collingwood on the Gold Coast. 

Luck has been on Collingwood's side when it comes to injuries so far this season.

The loss of Darcy Moore will test Collingwood's depth

Ons Jabeur is all smiles after winning at Wimbledon against France's Diane Parry.

Jabeur scorches into Wimbledon's last 16

FALLING SHORT: Rohan Connolly says the Lions look like coming up short when it comes to the pointy end of the season yet again.
Picture: Dylan Burns/AFL Photos via Getty Images

Brisbane's record shows that something seems to go awry come September.