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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?

Linda Burney will seek backing from state and territory colleagues on the Voice. Picture: Elesa Kurtz

Linda Burney is seeking state backing for Labor's Voice to Parliament.

'Above politics': Labor seeks state backing for Voice

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has accused the former government of trashing Australian democracy. Picture: James Croucher

Coalition figures are split on whether Scott Morrison should quit politics amid the scandal

Secret portfolios scandal prompts calls for Morrison to resign

GOING UP: The number of overseas departures and arrivals into Australia is soaring. Picture: Dion Georgopoulos

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Overseas departures and arrivals numbers soar as people learn to live with COVID-19.

Europe and Bali top the list: Family reunions back on as Aussies head overseas

Former NRL player Brett Finch faces sentence on one charge of sharing child abuse material. (MEDIANET IMAGES PHOTO)

Ex-NRL star admits child abuse charge

The Victorian government may set up exclusion zones following protests outside several hospitals. (James Ross/AAP PHOTOS)

Victorian hospital exclusion-zone push

Scott Morrison secretly wielded control over five departments, other this his own. Picture: Sitthixay Ditthavong

There have been some stunning revelations in parliament this week. Here's what we know.

What we know - and what we don't know - about the Morrison revelations

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has described Scott Morrison's decision to appoint himself to multiple portfolio as "unprecedented". Picture: Sitthixay Ditthavong

Scott Morrison held five secret portfolios during the pandemic, including Home Affairs and Treasury.

'Stealth bulldozer': Scott Morrison held five secret portfolios

Former prime minister Scott Morrison. Picture: Elesa Kurtz

Scott Morrison has defended himself over taking control over multiple government ministries during the COVID-19 pandemic.

'Oversight': Morrison defends secret power grab as more ministries discovered

PECKING IN LEAD: The survey of homes near Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane found elevated levels of lead in the chickens' blood stream, and in their eggs. Picture: FILE

Half the eggs analysed contained lead at levels that may pose a health concern.

Chicken owners warned backyard eggs contain 'significant lead risk'

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

The big day has arrived! The 2021 GSFL Women's grand finals hit Victor Harbor this weekend, on Sunday, August 15.

Footy Fanatics: 2021 Women's Grand Final Edition

David Hurley has confirmed Scott Morrison was made minister in multiple portfolios without a swearing-in ceremony. Picture: Jamila Toderas

The government is seeking legal advice into Scott Morrison's secret swearing-ins.

'Legal mess': Governor-General confirms Morrison took control of ministries without swearing-in ceremony

BIG EARNERS: More than 932 million bottles and cans have been recycled through Return and Earn points across NSW. Picture: Lachlan Leeming 

In five years more than 7.7 billion containers have been returned and $30 million raised for charity

Loose Change: How cashed-up recyclers are building a circular economy

The unknown person and their dog were reported to have fallen into Traralgon Creek, east of the Latrobe Valley in Victoria's Gippsland region, at 5:30am on Monday, August 15. Photo: Victoria Police.

The unknown person and their dog were reported to have fallen into Traralgon Creek, east of the Latrobe Valley in Victoria's Gippsland region, at 5:30am on Monday, August 15.

Watch: CCTV emerges of dog owner feared swept away in floodwaters

UNDER ATTACK: Cyclist Dave during trials of known magpie deterrents. Picture: Brisbane Valley Rail

Magpie swooping season has begun: Wear sunglasses and a hat to protect your head and eyes.

Swooping Magpie deterrent theories busted: 'The eyes don't work'

Joe Shepherd is ready for Saturday and can't wait until he is eight so he can have a go. Picture: Sophie Conlon

Cape Jervis will come alive on Saturday, August 20, when the annual Cut it at the Cape event rolls into town.

Cut it at the Cape has locals revved up

Citizen science volunteers at the Kangaroo Island/Victor Harbor Dolphin Watch workshop at the Ozone Hotel in Kingscote for National Science Week. Picture: Phyll Bartram 

12th year that Science Week was observed by the KI/VH Dolphin Watch volunteers.

'Data with purpose' - Dolphin Watch celebrates Science Week 2022

Red pandas are an endangered species partly due to the small mammal's habitat loss in China. (Julian Smith/AAP PHOTOS)

Red panda escape sparks zoo security check

Ravi (pictured) escaped his enclosure in Adelaide Zoo on Friday, August 12, 2022. Photo: Adelaide Zoo.

The seven-year-old panda, named Ravi, escaped from its enclosure at Adelaide Zoo, in the city's CBD, last week.

Escaped Red Panda is caught after two days on the run and ready to mate

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Victorian Labor operative Tom McIntosh is to be confirmed as replacement for the late Jane Garrett. (Julian Smith/AAP PHOTOS)

Vic Labor to name replacement for late MP

NSW Premier Dominic Perrottet is releasing a report into the state's flood response in Lismore. (Natalie Grono/AAP PHOTOS)

Premier to release flood report in Lismore

Climate Energy Finance estimates the budget could be boosted by $322 billion under its proposals. (Darren Pateman/AAP PHOTOS)

End to miner tax loophole could net $322b

Workers probably saw a pay rise last quarter, but it's unlikely to cover soaring expenses. (Jono Searle/AAP PHOTOS)

Wage growth expected to lag inflation

The fall in COVID cases is reassuring, says former deputy chief medical officer Dr Nick Coatsworth. (Bianca De Marchi/AAP PHOTOS)

COVID drop among vulnerable 'reassuring'

Myponga Netball Club's, Deb Halse has played her 650th game surrounded by the club she adores. Picture: Supplied. 

Myponga Netball Club's Deb Halse has played her 650th game for the club and explains why she loves the game of Netball.

Beloved Myponga Netball Club player ticks off another milestone

Vietnam Veteran and Victor Harbor RSL's Treasurer, Roy Woodward served in the Vietnam War and Vietnam Veterans' Day means a lot to him. Picture: Matt Welch. 

Vietnam Veterans' Day will be held on August 18 and is a good day to remember the brave sacrifices made.

Vietnam Veterans' Day a time to remember the brave sacrifices made

Encounter Youth has included vaping education in its Empower Education program to teach students the dangers of picking up an e-cigarette. Picture: Shutterstock 

Encounter Youth is the largest provider of specialist Alcohol & Other Drug education in SA.

Encounter Youth rolls out vaping education around the state

The McLaren Eagles are still undefeated and looking like clear favourites for a 2022 premiership. Picture: Matt Welch. 

Round 17 of the Great Southern Football League's Men's A Grade has seen teams keep their finals footy hopes alive with big wins.

Hawks pull out major win over the Dees and Bays all but solidify their finals spot

Mark Koolmatrie has been able to re-learn and pass on the cultural values of the Fleurieu Swamps through landholder, John Fargher, providing access to his property. Picture: Supplied

More local landholders than ever are interested in understanding the cultural heritage of their land and connecting with local First Nations people to care for Country.

Landholders encouraged to connect with First Nations people and culture

Acting F.A.S.T means you have more chance of survival and a good recovery. Picture: Shutterstock

Stroke is always a medical emergency, there is never time to waste.

Do you know the F.A.S.T way with strokes to protect 'Precious Moments'

Ramindjeri Elder, Mark Koolmatrie performing blessing and naming ceremony for The Big Duck Boat Tours new vessel Kondoli. Picture: Supplied 

In a special naming ceremony it was hailed Kondoli, which is the Ngarrindjeri word for 'Whale'

New boat Kondoli welcomed to the Big Duck family

The mighty Willunga Demons have gone back-to-back and have been crowned 2022 premiers. Picture: Ashleigh Carey.

The Willunga Demons have taken out the 2022 Great Southern Football League A-Grade Women's Grand Final in style.

The Willunga Demons blaze away to go back-to-back

Willunga won their game against Langhorne Creek, 43 to 31. Picture: File

As we move closer and closer to the finals we are getting a clearer picture of which teams will battle it out for 2022's top spot.

Round 17 netball heats up for finals

SA's natural environment, and in particular its wild places, need protection and local champions have stepped forward, such as in Flinders Chase National Park on Kangaroo Island where Sanderson Bay, pictured, was threatened by private development. Picture: Quentin Chester

Nominations are now open for the 2022 South Australia Environment Awards.

Nominate your local nature champions for SA Environment Awards

STUDY: Arthritis is more common among residents of South Australia than in the rest of Australia.

Number-cruncher says country South Australian residents are in poorer health

Some South Australian country residents older and less healthy: Census

There has been a vehicle accident at Victor Harbor Road and Pambula Road, Mount Jagged.

Vehicle accident on Victor Harbor Road

The bar staff, kitchen crew, and team of waitresses came together with Madeline to make the night successful. Picture: Sophie Conlon

Madeline Dell'oro, who owns Events By Madeline & Co, hosted a dinner to Fork Cancer at the Goolwa Surf Life Saving Club on Thursday, August 11.

Community unites to support Longest Table fundraising event

"Rating levels are influenced by a number of factors, including inflation and council's operational requirements." The City of Victor Harbor have explained their rate increase after community members asked questions to The Times. Photo: COVH.

The City Victor Harbor adopted its 2022/23 Annual Business Plan and Budget in July 2022 and announced a 4.7% rate rise which has seen several community members unhappy with the increase.

City of Victor Harbor breakdown rate increase after community questions

Where does the future lie - electric cars or hydrogen? Picture: Shutterstock

The duelling decarbonisation ideas have come to the fore after brave predictions by the electric-car sector and hydrogen industry.

Hydrogen versus electric - which will be the car fuel of the future?

An artist expression of the Victor Harbor Road upgrades. 

Member for Mawson, Leon Bignell and Minister for Infrastructure, Transport, Energy and Mining, Tom Koutsantonis MP have said the $685 million Victor Harbor Road upgrade project is progressing along well.

Victor Harbor Road upgrades progressing well

The upgrade will aim to assist and promote Goolwa along with surrounding areas as a boating destination. Picture: Alexandrina Council. 

Alexandrina Council have announced upgrades to the Beacon 19 Boat Ramp which will aim to assist and promote Goolwa along with surrounding areas as a boating destination.

Alexandrina Council announce Beacon 19 Boat Ramp upgrades

The Fleurieu community is being urged to be cautious when travelling on Winery Road near the Finniss River as there is flooding over the road. Picture: Glenn Creecy. 

The Fleurieu community is being urged to be cautious when travelling on Winery Road near the Finniss River as there is flooding over the road.

Flooding on Winery Road at Finniss River Catchment

Former prime minister and Member for Cook Scott Morrison and inset, some of the newly updated portfolios on Wikipedia. Pictures: Sitthixay Ditthavong, Wikipedia

However, Parliament is yet to acknowledge what Australians have now been told: Scott Morrison's cabinet job list had many more entries than they were led to believe.

Wikipedia editors tackle Scott Morrison's lengthy new ministerial biography

Former prime minister Scott Morrison has been labelled a "stealth bulldozer". Picture: Simone De Peak

The list of nicknames for Scott Morrison continues to grow following explosive revelations.

Scott Morrison the man of many hats, including 'stealth bulldozer'

Adelaide Festival 2023 to feature Christian Spuck's production of Giuseppe Verdi's Messa da Requiem. (CARLOS QUEZADA)

Verdi centrepiece for Adelaide Festival

Two close contacts of a South Australian man who contracted monkeypox are due to be vaccinated. (AP PHOTO)