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Hydrogen has been touted by many as the answer to climate change. So what's the deal with it?

Will hydrogen technology be the answer to Australia's emissions woes?

The interim Albanese frontbench. Picture: AAP 

Crossbenchers Rebekha Sharkie, Bob Katter, Andrew Wilkie, Helen Haines and Zali Steggall have given Labor confidence of supply.

Labor secures support for a working minority government, but hopeful of more

The May 23 post-election front pages of publisher ACM's daily newspapers in NSW, Victoria, Tasmania and the ACT

From Barnaby country to Labor's heartlands: what the ACM papers say

This is a sample of The Echidna newsletter sent out each weekday morning till the end of the election.

The hoary old chestnut of hip-pocket politics no longer cuts it

UGLY SCENES: Video has emerged of two men brawling in Newcastle on Sunday morning before a third man is stabbed. 

A man has been stabbed during an ugly brawl between two groups in Newcastle in the early hours of Sunday morning.

Man stabbed repeatedly during ugly brawl

Anthony Albanese has been sworn in as prime minister before heading to Tokyo for a Quad meeting.

Mr Albanese and Senator Wong will head to Tokyo on Monday afternoon.

Albanese sworn in as 31st prime minister

Anthony Albanese and new Labor MP for Reid Sally Sitou on Sunday morning. Picture: AAP

Labor's Sally Sitou said her own victory proved voters wanted politicians who 'reflect the community'.

Albanese takes first steps of governing, as Liberal recriminations begin

Josh Frydenberg (left) appears to be among a number unseated moderate Libs, as Simon Birmingham says the party needs to bring more women into the fold. Picture: AAP

Peter Dutton is the heir-apparent for the Liberal leadership, but moderates want someone who can bring more women into the fold.

Libs moderates seek Morrison successor to increase women in the party

A Pfizer booster shot being administered at the Australian Institute of Sport. Picture: Sitthixay Ditthavong

Why you really need to be triple-vaxxed

It was Soctt Morrison's way or the highway. And he was wrong. Picture: AAP

Voters have given a mandate for a federal ICAC with teeth and serious climate action.

The flawed political gambit that lost the election

Outgoing Prime Minister Scott Morrison and former Liberal staffer Brittany Higgins. Pictures: AAP, Karleen Minney

Every single pollster said the women were coming for Morrison. Every single pollster was right.

Women driving change: The moment that seeded a movement

TOUGH NIGHT: Barnaby Joyce made a solemn victory speech in Tamworth. Photo: Mark Kriedemann

The Nationals have avoided the bloodbath voters inflicted on the Liberals by retaining all 16 of their electorates, but the party's hopes of picking up new seats have been dashed.

Nationals defy Coalition bloodbath and look set to hold all seats

A still from Get A Life, Alright! Picture: Joyhouse Productions

The children's television-inspired music is the highlight of the film.

Luck, laughs and a good-heart

David Pocock celebrates at his election party with parents Andy and Jane and supporters. Picture: Elesa Kurtz

Without Senator Seselja in the Parliament, there would be no Coalition representation at all for the territory.

Pocock on verge of historic upset in ACT Senate shake-up

HIGH KICK: Jazz dancers perform despite a hot set. Picture: ALISON FOLETTA

'The teachers and their students did an amazing job.'

Dancers' Zone end of year showcase | photos | video

Anthony Albanese, centre, celebrates with his partner Jodie Haydon and son Nathan Albanese after after winning the 2022 federal election. Picture: AAP

It will likely be in a minority government after a large swing away from the Coalition.

'Optimism, not fear': Albo the new PM as teal wave hits Parliament

MANAGEMENT: Decreased inflows has meant GWMWater has to keep water in lakes and reservoirs with a lower rate of evaporation - to continue a steady supply of water into the system. Picture: FILE

The episodes are hosted by Storage manager Kym Wilson.

New video series from GWMWater breaks down water management

Burras survive Demon scare, Rats continue unbeaten run

Anthony Albanese claims victory. Picture: Screenshot

Follow the updates and results for the federal election as they happen here.

As it happened: 'Australians have voted for change': Albo claims victory

Prime Minister Scott Morrison with wife Jenny, and daughters Lily and Abbey arrive to vote at the Lilli Pilli Public School on election day. Picture: AAP

Prime Minister and Labor leader Anthony Albanese both voted at almost the exact same time, several Sydney suburbs apart on Saturday.

PM delivers election day bombshell, Albanese 'hopeful' about Labor win

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Death Cap mushrooms can cause fatal organ damage and should not be ingested, authorities warn.

Wild mushroom poisoning cases spike in NSW

SAD NEWS: Jackie Monk has paid tribute to her husband David Kiefel.

Wife pays tribute to much-loved husband David Kiefel after long battle.

61-year-old dies from Japanese encephalitis

Thelma Beeton's paintings helped her find a path to economic security after serving time in jail.

Indigenous artists craft life after prison

Rain continues to hit the NSW coast and a hazardous surf warning applies from Byron to Batemans Bay.

NSW flood warnings as heavy rain continues

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HOSPICE: Wimmera Hospice Care Auxiliary members Jan Ackland and Jenny Gilmartin are excited for the group's quilt auction on November 6. Picture: CONTRIBUTED

Wimmera Hospice Care Auxiliary members have raised $4209.90 from selling chrysanthemums for Mothers' Day.

Wimmera Hospice Care Auxiliary raise thousands

DOMINANT: Edenhope-Apsley had a big win over Pimpinio. Pictures: MATT HUGHES

Catch up on the round six HDFNL senior football action.

Storm too strong for Swifts, Saints trample Tigers

The brutal beauty of an election is on show in Australia today.

The brutality of elections as the new PM takes over - and takes off

GOOD NEWS: Search and Rescue officers the missing man at about 11.20pm on Sunday night. Picture: FILE

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A hiker reported missing over the weekend has been found safe and well.

Police locate missing hiker in Halls Gap

DAIRY: Goroke P-12 science coordinator Miss Hobbs and agriculture students excited for the arrival of the two calves. Picture: CONTRIBUTED

The program looks to give students a taste of a career in the dairy industry.

Goroke P-12 students get hands on with calves and cows

CHOICE: Grampians Health director of Residential Services at Horsham and Dimboola Sarah Kleinitz accepts the three cheques from Wimmera Base Hospital Ladies Auxiliary executive Denise Queale and Elaine Morrison. Picture: CONTRIBUTED

Aged care residents were given a choice for the auxiliary's most recent donation.

Grampians Health receives choice donation from ladies auxiliary

72-year-old Dimboola man dies in forklift incident

WINNER: Nationals MP Dr Anne Webster
retained her federal seat of Mallee, with a
commanding vote count. Picture: CONTRIBUTED

The Nationals party have maintained its 74-year grip on the federal division of Mallee

Webster wins, but funding questions remain

DONATE: Horsham Salvation Army Captain Chris Sutton outside Salvos HQ with a collection tin. Picture: ALEX BLAIN. 

The 2022 Shield Appeal is focused on family violence and its role in homelessness.

Horsham Salvos launch Red Shield Appeal 2022

TRIBUTES: There has been an outpouring of tributes for Kelly Anson, who has died. 

An outpouring of tributes for Kelly Anson who died on May 6.

Woman with incurable cancer dies after ticking off some bucket list items

HEROES: Eden Walsh dressed as a nurse, Zoe Emmerson dressed as her teacher, Miss Brennan and Marlee Mustafa dressed as a paramedic. Picture: ALEX BLAIN

Haven Primary School dress up as their heroes

CHAMPION: Shaun Bruce soaks it all in after winning the NBL title with the Sydney Kings. Picture: SAM TOLHURST

Championship was Kings' first since 2005.

Relief for Bruce: Former Hornet reflects on maiden NBL title

GRAVEL: HRCC is looking to find new sources of gravel to assist in roadworks, such as those at Brimpaen, pictured. Picture: CONTRIBUTED

Council looks to landowners for new gravel source

EDUCATION: LLEN Wimmera Southern Mallee chief executive Tim Shaw said Brendan Ryan was announced as the new president of management for the organisation at the meeting. Photo: CONTRIBUTED

Wimmera Southern Mallee LLEN members have held their general meeting last Thursday to celebrate long serving members and 20 years of helping Wimmera youths find educational opportunities.

Wimmera Southern LLEN officials celebrate 20 years of service

UPGRADE: Wimmera residents may see a flurry of activity as powerpoles across the region are replaced. Picture: FILE

Wimmera sees power pole 'replacement and reinforcement' blitz

Celebrating sportsmanship among the Wimmera's junior athletes.

Blue Ribbon award round four winners

ROADS: Mr Isaacson said he wanted improved roads in the electorate. Picture: NICK RIDLEY

Ask Horsham voters decide the future of the Mallee electorate, Nick Ridley asked the pressing questions

What are the biggest issues for the Mallee in this federal election?

STARS: Round three Blue Ribbon award winners Caleb Hurley, Shannon Taylor, Tylea Scrimizzi and Annabelle Price. Pictures: CONTRIBUTED

Round three Blue Ribbon awards

The Liberal Party has lost its identity in its coalition with the Nationals. Is it time for a partnership rethink? Pictures: Keegan Carroll, James Croucher, Sitthixay Ditthavong

The election result is part of a trend of a declining vote for the two major parties that began in 2010 and is not likely to stop.

The Liberal Party has a stinker of a problem with its Coalition partner

Former PM John Howard with Ryan MP Julian Simmonds during the campaign. Mr Simmonds was defeated by the Greens. Picture: AAP

Perhaps those blaming the voters for getting it wrong should take a long, hard look at themselves.

This is what happens when you treat voters like misbehaving teenagers

Prime Minister Scott Morrison is briefed on the east coast flooding disaster at Emergency Management Australia in February. Picture: AAP

Wedges no longer work. Australians want a serious and reliable climate plan, and resetting the environmental agenda must be the priority over the next three years.

Australians want climate action. Conservatives should listen

Independent candidate Zoe Daniel defeated Liberal MP Tim Wilson for the seat of Goldstein in an election that saw a record number of women elected to Parliament. Picture: AAP

Anger about the Coalition Government's lack of action on gender equality has been one of the issues propelling the teal independents into parliament.

Her rights at work: how will women be treated in the new parliament?

Incoming Prime Minister Anthony Albanese signs a poster for twin brothers in Sydney's inner west on Sunday. Picture: AAP

The Teal and Green revolution shows Australians simply want the government to do the right thing.