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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?

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

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

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

FRIENDS: The aim is for Nina (right) to ride the final kilometre to complete the journey with Karen. Picture: Facebook.

An epic journey for health and friendship is about to hit the road.

Two women with the 'wheelpower' to tackle cancer

IN IT FOR THE LONG RUN: About one in 20 will experience some sort of long-COVID symptoms. Picture: iStock/Mladen Zivkovic

Around one in 20 people will experience long COVID, but experts are still learning what it is.

The rise of 'Flurona': Long-COVID increases risk of experiencing flu and coronavirus together

The way to stop inflation isn't straightforward. Picture:Shutterstock

A survey of leading economists has found the path isn't quite clear

'It's important not to overreact': Australia's top economists on how to fix high inflation

Typical weekly household transport costs have risen to more than $400 in capital cities. (Julian Smith/AAP PHOTOS)

Typical weekly household transport costs also grew to $342.98 in the regions.

Aust drivers' fuel costs hit $100 a week

A scene from The Conference. Picture: Supplied

The banality of evil is made chillingly contemporary.

Subtle, painstaking and precise

SOUTHPAWS UNITE: August 13 is celebrated each year by left-handers and their allies.

In most languages, the word for 'lefthandedness' is synonomous with evil and suspicion. But throughout history there have been areas were left-handers have excelled!

The history of 'wrong-handedness': International Lefthanders Day

Hendrika Genderen in a scene from Everybody's Oma. Picture: Bonsai Films

Documentary maker Jason Van Genderen tells his family's story in this warm, emotional story of family love and resilience.

An emotional story of familial love

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Malcolm Turnbull says the revelations about Scott Morrison's leadership are appalling. (Mick Tsikas/AAP PHOTOS)

Morrison called to explain secret cabinet

Two men will face court after police discovered a clandestine drug lab in Sydney's southwest. (PR HANDOUT IMAGE PHOTO)

Charges after $6m Sydney drug lab bust

Minister Catherine King is taking part in talks on regional employment ahead of the jobs summit. (Lukas Coch/AAP PHOTOS)

Regional job focus ahead of skills summit

Canberra and Victoria have inked a vaccination deal as Australia nears 10 million COVID cases. (Joel Carrett/AAP PHOTOS)

Australia's COVID case count close to 10m

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

Local company, The Big Duck Boat Tours, introduced a new boat to it's fleet and in a special naming ceremony it was hailed Kondoli, which is the Ngarrindjeri word for 'Whale'.

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

Country Fire Service appliances at the ready at the Kingscote CFS brigade station on Kangaroo Island. Picture: Stan Gorton 

CFS volunteers have attended approximately 1000 medical incidents in the past year, a concern for mental health.

CFS chief raises concerns about increased demand on volunteers

Chloe and Dominic ready to get to work at Victor Harbor's new Hungry Jacks Restaurant. Picture: Matt Welch. 

The new store opened at lunchtime on Thursday, August 11.

Community welcomes long awaited Hungry Jack's with open arms

Victor Harbor's Stihl Shop have announced a new battery ride on mower line is now available in store.

Battery powered ride on movers zoom into the Fleurieu

Adelaide Lightning player Brooke Basham and Basketball SA's Rachel with the Port Elliot Primary School year 5/6 girls SAPSASA basketball team. Picture: Sophie Conlon

Physical education teacher Trina Doig organised the session and said it was important for young girls to have sporting role models, who encouraged them to continue playing.

Basham a positive role model for Port Elliot Primary girls

The Times salesman, Ben Astbury donating blood. Great job Ben! Picture: Supplied. 

With the pop up Victor Harbor Blood Donor Clinic in town, The Times salesman, Ben Astbury gave back to the community he loves.

Blood donations needed with one in three Victor Harbor needing blood in their lifetime

The Currency Creek Bridge will have restoration and reinforcement works to ensure its longevity.

Unique Currency Creek Bridge to undergo restoration process

It's time to say goodbye to a childhood favourite.

Iconic lolly discontinued in Australia

The moment masking up wasn't a legal requirement, social distancing went out the window with it.

Post-COVID? Not sure we're there just yet

The Line was unveiled in a video posted on Neom's YouTube channel. Picture: YouTube

'The Line' is made up of two-skyscrapers covered in mirror-like materials stretching across hundreds of kilometres of desert.

A phoenix rises in the desert: See the city of the future

Neighbours is coming to an end on Thursday, July 28.

'End of an era': Australia bids farewell to Neighbours

Ramsay Street has been home to some wacky and wild characters over the years.

Aussies share the most iconic Neighbours moments

Probably not a spy: A photo of the Somerton Man's face and part of the cryptic code found inside a page from a poetry book.

University of Adelaide Professor Derek Abbott made the discovery using forensic genealogy.

Mystery solved? Research reveals Somerton Man's identity

Scott Morrison delivering a speech at Margaret Court's Victory Life Centre Pentecostal church in Perth.

Scott Morrison sermon raises hell

A pair of old flames reuniting on the same street after more than 30 years - it's a tale that could only be played out on a soap opera.

'Back together': Kylie Minogue and Jason Donovan reunite for Neighbours finale

People as young as 30 will soon be eligible for a fourth COVID jab. Picture: File image

The Australian Technical Advisory Body on Immunisation has recommended fourth vaccine doses for Australians aged 50 and over.

Roll up your sleeves - fourth COVID jab incoming

Nick Kyrgios has been summonsed to face a Canberra court. Picture: Getty Images

Australian media outlets and outlets across the world are reeling from the news that tennis superstar Nick Kyrgios has been charged with common assault.