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Communications MInister Paul Fletcher has today announced critical funding for public interest journalism in COVID-19. Picture: Sitthixay Ditthavong

Government releases $5m in funds to help regional publishers through COVID-19 crisis

NSW police commissioner Mick Fuller.

NSW Police to investigate Ruby Princess

Industrial Relations Minister Christian Porter. Picture: Sitthixay Ditthavong

Jobs depend on IR changes in coronavirus downturn: Christian Porter

Don't despair: we have some ideas to beat the self-isolation boredom.

Surviving self-isolation: help is at hand

Sandy Gray holds his ventilator prototype in his shed, with Committee for Ballarat chief executive Michael Poulton. Picture: Lachlan Bence

IN DEPTHEngineer prototypes life-saving ventilator in just days

Alex Ford

Employment minister Michaelia Cash. Picture: Sitthixay Ditthavong

Visa rules relaxed to support critical industries during crisis

Alex Crowe

Prime Minister Scott Morrison. Picture: Sitthixay Ditthavong

Health system will cope but community transmissions are growing

Kirsten Lawson

Photo: File

COVID-19: What SA Health can reveal so far

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US President Donald Trump has held a phone hook up with leaders of the country's pro sports leagues.

Trump in talks with US pro sports leaders

Tim Reynolds

As many as 13 of Germany's top soccer clubs are facing financial meltdown as coronavirus stops play.

Top German soccer clubs face bankruptcy

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Patty Mills visited the south coast earlier this year to visit fire-affected regions. Picture: Luke Currie-Richardson

'I felt helpless': Patty Mills on bushfires, Olympics and coronavirus isolation

Chris Dutton

The break in the NRL season due to the coronavirus has enticed veteran Cameron Smith (r) to play on.

Virus delay could prompt stars to play on

Steve Larkin

Inhabitants of the Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary near Brisbane are keeping viewers entertained. Pictures: Supplied

A whole world at your fingertips

Michael Turtle

The sprawling Q-Station occupies a prominent position on Sydney's North Head. Pictures: Supplied

Q-Station reinvents itself for total self-isolation

Tim the Yowie Man

The target: Youngsters of Kenyas Masai Mara.

Lessons in luxury and responsible tourism

John Rozentals

Greg Fleet to perform on Fleurieu this weekend

Greg Fleet to perform on Fleurieu this weekend

Dani Brown

First Field Good Friday event's music lineup revealed

First Field Good Friday event's music lineup revealed

Dani Brown

The Times community diary: Mar 13-19, 2020

The Times community diary: Mar 13-19, 2020

Greg Fleet to perform on Fleurieu this weekend

Greg Fleet to perform on Fleurieu this weekend

COMPETITION: Win tickets to French Film Festival

COMPETITION: Win tickets to French Film Festival

Dani Brown

GIVE: Victor Harbor boy Jack Congerton took part in the Leukaemia Foundation's Light the Night and is now shaving his head to raise money for the foundation. Photo: Supplied.

Jack shaves head to show support for loved ones, Leukaemia Foundation

Dani Brown

A sweet Easter treat that is easy on the waistline

A sweet Easter treat that is easy on the waistline

Emma Brown

Kings Canyon, Watarrka National Park, NT.

Connectivity central to helping NT tourism

Kym Morgan

PODCAST || Connectivity vital to regional Australia

PODCAST || Connectivity vital to regional Australia

Gemma Purves

A sweet Easter treat that is easy on the waistline

A sweet Easter treat that is easy on the waistline

One of the couples that feature in the Love is Not Enough video.

Love is not enough for end-of-life decisions

LOCALS: Bev and Alan Kluske have operated the Victor Harbor-based clothing store for more than three decades and are heavily involved in supporting the local community.

Support local to help make a difference

OPTIONS: Contact your real estate agent or landlord to discuss your options if you are struggling to pay your rent. Photo: Shutterstock.

Industry to put tenants first: REIA president

CO-OPERATION: With over 3.3 million rental properties across the country, banks, real estate agents and landlords will all need to work together to help a huge number of tenants to keep a roof over their heads.

No evictions for next six months

Ruth Lewis

Residential property listings portal realestateview.com.au competes with Domain, which is majority owned by Nine Entertainment Co, and realestate.com.au, which is controlled by News Corp.

Catalano digital deal delivers property with a view

Don't despair: we have some ideas to beat the self-isolation boredom.

Surviving self-isolation: help is at hand

Joanne Crawford

Dr Tim Sullivan and Victor Medical Centre CEO Richard Pierce at the entrance of the Centre with its COVID-19 screening tests.

Protecting the aged population in the Victor Harbor Council area

Michael Simmons

A fledgling flying near Hindmarsh River outlet. Photo: Gary Jackson.

Decade of plover protection proves successful

Dani Brown

Don't despair: we have some ideas to beat the self-isolation boredom.

Surviving self-isolation: help is at hand

KEEPING IN TOUCH: Victor Harbor Men's Shed members at their workshop which was opened in 2018.

Men's Shed stays connected in Victor Harbor

Michael Simmons

Dalarah Christie, aged five, has filled a box with items people can take for free, and is encouraging people to donate to it.

Dalarah's freebie box to brighten people's day

Dani Brown

Introverts rise: this is your time to shine

Introverts rise: this is your time to shine

Kala Rava Community Choir - recorded on their phones in isolation and then brought together in rehearsal. Music by Gregory Norbet/ Sufi Chant. Arranged Anders Nyberg. Permission granted by both composer and arranger.

Beautiful sounds of isolation as community choir unite online in song

Darth Vader finds your lack of social distancing disturbing.

Need a laugh? We've got you Covid

Tucker time: Invariably the highlight of many a day in zoos across the world. Photo: Shutterstock

WATCHThe zoos that are live streaming to keep your kids educated

ADVICE: Working from home is different for many but not impossible if a few basic guidelines are followed.

WATCHWorking from home? Pop the kettle on and take these tips onboard.

Ashley Walmsley

Publisher ACM's newspapers around the country will carry the community safety message on their front pages.

WATCHWe've lent our trusted voice to virus safety message

James Joyce

A New York state of mind: coronavirus empties the Big Apple's steets

A New York state of mind: coronavirus empties the Big Apple's steets

Anita Beaumont

The good news stories you NEED in your life right now

GOOD NEWSThe good news stories you NEED in your life right now

Gayle Tomlinson

Enjoying some 'me' time in quarantine in Tasmania

When the simple act of returning home made me feel like a criminal

Lyndell Whyte

The sane, definitive way out of this crisis is an effective treatment for those infected and the development of a vaccine scaled up and produced en masse to protect the wider population. Picture: Shutterstock

OPINIONCOVID-19 reminds us why we invest in Australian health and medical research

Nadia Levin

Home truths, in isolation

OPINIONHome truths, in isolation

Michelle Haines Thomas

NSW Seniors Festival: so much to celebrate

NSW Seniors Festival: so much to celebrate

LADY OF THE HOUSE: Miriam Margolyes as Aunt Prudence in Miss Fisher and the Crypt of Tears, in cinemas nationally from February 27.

Dear Prudence comes out to play for unstoppable Miriam

Geraldine Cardozo

TURNING THE PAGE: Rosie Craven is living with early stage Alzheimer's but is now able to enjoy hobbies such as reading again thanks to a new clinical trial.

Everything is Rosie thanks to new Alzheimer's drug trial

Rowan Cowley

The latest snapshot of COVID-19 cases, measures and impacts.

Latest snapshot of the coronavirus impact

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Education ministers are working to ensure Year 12 students can finish high school amid COVID-19.

States discuss plight of year 12 students

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Queen Elizabeth has urged Australians to remain resilient in the face of the coronavirus pandemic.

Queen to Australia: Rise to the challenge

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Media organisations, particularly those in regional areas, are facing significant financial strain.

Regional papers get $5m COVID-19 lifeline

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NSW RFS Commissioner Shane Fitzsimmons will head a new agency to rebuild the state.

RFS boss to head agency to new crisis NSW

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Picture: Jessica McLaughlin

Toilet paper strewn across highway after truck crash

Jessica McLaughlin
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Communications MInister Paul Fletcher has today announced critical funding for public interest journalism in COVID-19. Picture: Sitthixay Ditthavong

Government releases $5m in funds to help regional publishers through COVID-19 crisis

Lisa Wachsmuth

A NSW court will rule whether former detective Gary Jubelin broke the law by recording conversations

NSW court to rule on Jubelin case

Steve Zemek

Mitsui staff inspect damaged bluegums at Macgill plantation. Photo: KIPT

KI Plantation Timbers lifts trading ban

Spat hatchery helps shore up SA oyster production

Spat hatchery helps shore up SA oyster production

Autumn is the best time for snail baiting, research from SARDI has confirmed.

Research confirms Autumn the optimal time to target snails

What to consider when you're building a home for the future

What to consider when you're building a home for the future

EXPERIENCE: Webcams can bring you up close and personal with animals.

Venture into the world of the wildlife voyeur with webcams

Lyndell Whyte

ROOM WITH A VIEW: The Kangaroobie home is positioned to make the most of the stunning vista. Photos: John Madden

House on a hill has a view to cherish