The Rural
Saturday, 27 July 2024
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Agriculture industry looking for new blood, starting with CSU careers fair
Approaching Ag committee members Jack McLean and Jack Wiseman at the Careers Fair. Picture by Les Smith
Jeremy Eager

Businesses don't do enough to protect customers from scammers: Choice

Victims are often given little help after they have been scammed. ACM file picture
The advocacy group says businesses leave scam victims feeling alone and ashamed.
Eileen Wood

Survey reveals economic troubles for farmers, but hope is on the horizon

Finn Coleman
Brocklesby canola farmer and NSW Farmers grains committee chair Justin Everitt agrees with a survey showing economic conditions are the biggest challenge for Aussie farmers. Picture by James Wiltshire

Alfoxton ram with show success at Sydney, Hay, sells privately at Bendigo

Rebecca Nadge
Cindy and Chris Clonan, Alfoxton Merinos, Armidale, NSW, Malcolm Peake, Bogo Merinos, Cootamundra, NSW, Scott Thrift, AWN studstock, and Matt Crozier, Will Alexander and Austin Grace, Bogo Merinos, with the $30,000 ram. Picture by Brett Tindal
Property
Top architect designed homes on sale, including one seen on Restoration Australia
Jen Melocco
The view is as stunning as the home design in this property in Cygnet in Tasmania. Pic: Supplied
Small showing but plenty of quality in for the Charollais ring at Bendigo
Rebecca Nadge
Judge Paul Brown, Derby Downs, Marong, with Scott Mitchell, Rene stud, Culcairn, NSW.
NSW stud ewe sizzles with style to supreme Border Leicester title in Bendigo
Judge Jeff Sutton, Temora, NSW, with Bauer Border Leicester stud co-principals Jamie and Tracey Buerckner, Ariah Park, NSW, and their supreme champion ewe. Picture by Barry Murphy
Barry Murphy
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Gemini returns to the big stage with a supreme sash after tragic 2017 accident
Bryce Eishold and Petra Oates
The short wool interbreed supreme champion Poll Dorset ram exhibited by Springwaters Poll Dorset stud principal Dane Rowley, Boorowa, NSW.

Young carers step up as ageing population leads to disability spike

The number of young Australians serving in caring roles is snowballing. Picture from Shutterstock
Disability is on the rise and young people are stepping up to help.
Rowan Cowley

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Driving force behind new free travel app encourages Aussies to hit road

A new app encourages people to explore Australia via the open road.
Rowan Cowley
The app boasts 30 fully mapped routes and counting. Picture supplied
Photos: Plenty of smiles as iconic Melbourne Cup visits Barellan
Barellan hairdresser Bailee McDonald with the Cup in Barellan’s main street.
Exclusive
Defence Housing mandated deadly engineered stone in new homes
A Defence Housing Australia development under construction at Academy Close, Campbell. Inset, a stonemason working with protective equipment. Pictures by Keegan Carroll, Gary Ramage
Connor Pearce
Families hold the nation's sporting hopes in their hands
Kim Woods
Lexus Melbourne Cup Tour Ambassador and legendary race caller Greg Miles with Barellan Working Clydesdales president Bruce Bandy and the 2024 Lexus Melbourne Cup. Picture by Kim Woods

Truman Capote's 'In Cold Blood' was set in which US state? Take our quiz

Anna Houlahan
Truman Capotes 1966 non-fiction novel In Cold Blood was set in which US state? Picture John Downing/Express/Getty Images
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Mother seeks answers for 'heinous' crime

Grace Dudley
Rebekah Porter holding a photo of her daughter Biddy. Picture supplied

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National

Heavenly sight: double meteor shower to illuminate Australia's night sky

Canberra stargazers take in the night sky. Picture Sitthixay Ditthavong
Anna Houlahan

NSW Labor demands government recognises Palestine state

Alex Mitchell • 1hr ago
Anthony Albanese steered clear of any discussion of Palestine or the CFMEU controversy. Photo: Jeremy Piper/AAP PHOTOS

Rave into reality: Bunnings to host warehouse dance party

Annika Rhoades
Music duo Peking Duk went viral asking Bunnings to host a rave in one of their warehouses. Picture by Peking Duk/Instagram

Myanmar urged to stop 'unsustainable' conflict by Wong

Rachael Ward • 2hrs ago
Foreign Affairs Minister Penny Wong has issued a direct plea to Myanmar's military rulers at ASEAN. Photo: AP PHOTO

PM under fire as Gaza protesters front Labor conference

Nyk Carnsew
Drummers lead the pro-Palestine rally outside the NSW Labor conference in Sydney on Saturday. Photo: Jeremy Piper/AAP PHOTOS

Sport

Greyhound racing news from around the NSW regions | July 27

Greyhounds as Pets' 2024 the Winter Adoption Day will be at Gough Whitlam Park in Earlwood on August 18. Picture supplied

Miracle grows fond of name King Can't Win

Greyhound King Can't Win has won six times from 11 starts. Picture supplied

Million Dollar Chase starts August

Michael Cowley
Selena and Mick Zammit after their star Jay Is Jay won the 2023 Ladbrokes Million Dollar Chase. Qualification races for the 2024 series begin August 26. Picture: Lachlan Naidu.
Opinion

It's not the smashed noses and broken jaws of the '80s. But this is still ugly

Jenna Price
I have loved rugby league for decades. But the State of Origin III biff made me gasp. Picture AAP

Ernie Els wins in Ohio for his first senior PGA major

South African veteran Ernie Els has won his first senior major on the PGA Tour. (AP PHOTO)
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What's On

How To Make Gravy: the tender story behind this Aussie hit

Music
December 21 will forever be 'Gravy Day'. Picture copyright Tony Mott
Glen Humphries

'Misogynistic violence is a festering sore that is not going away': Tim Ayliffe

Karen Hardy
Tim Ayliffe's novels are set in Sydney, a city he loves and hates at the same time. Picture by Mike Bowers

Keddie and Wenham find trust in their collaboration on Aussie thriller Fake

Josh Leeson
Fake stars Australian TV royalty Asher Keddie and David Wenham. Picture supplied
What's on

B&S-goers rejoice: Riverina ball back for 2024, organisers 'over the moon'

Taylor Dodge
The Ariah Park B&S Ball was last held in 2019 following COVID-19 and then hardships with securing insurance. File picture

The Force is with The Acolyte, cricket on Amazon & trailblazing Matildas

Josh Leeson
The Acolyte is set 100 years before the rise of the Galactic Empire when the Jedi Council was at its zenith. Picture Disney+

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Paracetamol the first choice for everyday pain management

Everyday pain like headaches, muscle aches and joint pain impacts 93 per cent of Australians. Picture Shutterstock

5 reasons why you should consider upgrading to a Samsung Galaxy Z series phone

Miranda Aitken
Presenting the Galaxy Z Flip6. Photo supplied by Samsung.

The best deals of Amazon Prime Day 2024

The best deals of Amazon Prime Day 2024

Amazon Prime Day deals: Best in fashion savings

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Best savings in tech and gaming | Amazon Prime Day 2024 deals

Pick up great deals on brands such as Samsung. Picture by Amazon.

Community

2018 Henty Field Days – Live Coverage Day Two | Photos Videos

2018 Henty Field Days – Live Coverage Day Two | Photos Videos
Energy Wars

The regions need to be rewarded for doing the heavy lifting

Samantha Townsend
Off the current capacity of renewable projects in the application stage, 40 per cent are from NSW. Picture by Shutterstock.
Energy Wars

Thunderbolt wind project wins five-year fight, goes ahead despite protest

Jonathan Hawes
More than 30 wind turbines are set to dot the landscape near Bendemeer, Kentucky, and Uralla. File picture by Shutterstock
Health

What is happening to address the shortage of paediatric services?

Jonathan Hawes
Tamworth hospital's paediatric ward is getting additional resources to tackle the region's six-year long wait times for care. Will they be enough? Picture by Peter Hardin
Photos

Photographer to ride 6000km on horseback on epic outback healing journey

Sarah Falson
Bernie Phelps with Sarah, Jessie, Millie and Emily Wheeler at A Night Beneath The Brim. Picture by Belinda Soole

Photos and Video

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

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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
Emma Horn Bec Pridham

Third minister steps aside, leaving more options for Labor reshuffle

Connor Pearce
Labor senator Carol Brown. The Tasmanian senator announced she will step back from her ministerial duties. Picture by Craig George
Analysis

How Olympic skateboarding was shaped by 'power and politics'

Dr Indigo Willing
Children skateboarding. File Picture.

Truman Capote's 'In Cold Blood' was set in which US state? Take our quiz

Anna Houlahan
Truman Capotes 1966 non-fiction novel In Cold Blood was set in which US state? Picture John Downing/Express/Getty Images
Music

How To Make Gravy: the tender story behind this Aussie hit

Glen Humphries
December 21 will forever be 'Gravy Day'. Picture copyright Tony Mott

Comment

How Olympic skateboarding was shaped by 'power and politics'

Analysis
Children skateboarding. File Picture.
Dr Indigo Willing
Opinion

Harris will need strength to survive the 'misogynoir' of this campaign

Blair Williams
Kamala Harris will need nerves of steel to win this election. Picture Shutterstock
Opinion

How the government is Measuring What Matters

Cressida Gaukroger
Areas like safety, health, sustainability, social connection and prosperity can be improved by MWM data. Picture Shutterstock
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What it's like to cruise one of the busiest trade routes in the world
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What it's like to cruise one of the busiest trade routes in the world
John Hanscombe
Discover this stunning nook of Japan as part of a luxury cruise
Discover this stunning nook of Japan as part of a luxury cruise
Ultimate Guide: The best shops in Tokyo's most famous retail district
Susan Skelly
Ultimate Guide: The best shops in Tokyo's most famous retail district

One perfect 'daycation': How to have your best ever stopover in Singapore

One perfect 'daycation': How to have your best ever stopover in Singapore
Natascha Mirosch

Deal of the week: Save $7500 per person on this luxe cruise in Asia

Deal of the week: Save $7500 per person on this luxe cruise in Asia

We ate our way down Hong Kong's Michelin-star Mile - here's the verdict

Carrie Hutchinson
We ate our way down Hong Kong's Michelin-star Mile - here's the verdict

Travel is the number one priority for retirees, says new report

Travel is the number one priority for retirees, says new report
Hungry Traveller

The right side of history: Raising the 'steaks' in Vegas

Ben Groundwater
The right side of history: Raising the 'steaks' in Vegas
Car Expert

Why Cadillac thinks it won’t be seen as a newcomer in Australia

Car Expert
Why Cadillac thinks it won’t be seen as a newcomer in Australia
Jordan Mulach
Car Expert

Lincoln Navigator: Conversion firm bringing Lexus LX, Cadillac Escalade rival to Australia

Simon Christie
Lincoln Navigator: Conversion firm bringing Lexus LX, Cadillac Escalade rival to Australia
Car Expert

The most fuel efficient 4x4 utes in Australia

Tyra Lawler-Cass
The most fuel efficient 4x4 utes in Australia
Car Expert

The fastest Corvette ever has some Australian DNA

Jack Quick
The fastest Corvette ever has some Australian DNA
Car Expert

2024 Toyota LandCruiser 70 Series V8 review

James Wong
2024 Toyota LandCruiser 70 Series V8 review
The Land

Casino all breeds sell to a quality top price

Double K Striker with buyer Graham Ford, Bonalbo, and breeders Karly, Payton and Adam Williamson, Double K Simmentals at Sugarloaf via Stanthorpe, Qld.
Jamie Brown • 1hr ago

Sara Park Angus records solid average as correct type attracts old and new clients

Jamie Brown
Top priced Sara Park Tyson T69 with auctioneer Robbie Bloch, AWN Squires; Brad Newsome Nutrien Livestock at Glen Innes with Sara Park principals Herb, Robert and Geoff Duddy. Photo supplied.

'It's all a bit sad': Uralla Historical Society faces uncertainty

Heath Forsyth
Uralla Historical Society President Louis van Ekert outside McCrossins Mill. The UPS has had a number of resignations of key positions recently. Picture Heath Forsyth

Life & Style

Quiet luxury is the low-fuss trend we've been waiting for

Quiet luxury is the low-fuss trend we've been waiting for
Linley Wilkie

The timelessness of a plant-based farmhouse

Cherie Hausler
Quince hummingbird cake with tahini caramel

No more cheap beer and skittles: why a pint will be more expensive

Anna Houlahan
BentSpoke Brewing Cos Tracy Margrain (left) and Richard Watkins employ around 70 people at the brewery and their BrewPub in Braddon, Canberra. Picture supplied