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Aussie Joel Edgerton gets a call-back as Uncle Owen. Picture: Disney+

It's a no-brainer Disney continues to mine that galaxy far, far away for guaranteed streaming spice.

Disney's Obi-Wan Kenobi comes with two telling decisions

Unusually wet weather is forecast for NSW, South Australia, Queensland and the NT this winter, according to the Bureau of Meteorology's Winter 2022 Climate Outlook, which was released on Thursday.

Unusually wet weather is forecast for NSW, South Australia, Queensland and the NT.

Above average rainfall, temperatures forecast this winter

If you are unclear on exactly what the Uluru Statement of the Heart is and what it calls for, we have your questions answered.

What is the Uluru Statement and an Indigenous Voice to Parliament?

Australians wanted to change the curtains: Former prime minister Scott Morrison. Picture: AAP

Scott Morrison has sat down for his first interview since Saturday's comprehensive election loss.

'Vicious and brutal': Morrison ducks responsibility for election loss

PAST WINNER: The 2018 winner, trailblazing biodynamic farmer and grazier Charlie Arnott, Boorowa, NSW, used his prize money to launch his highly successful podcast The Regenerative Journey.

Time is running out to nominate for the 2022 Bob Hawke Landcare Award.

$50,000 in store for Landcare champion

COST OF LIVING: Inflation is a normal part of a functioning economy, but problems begin when the cost of living is rising faster than wages can grow.

The cost of living has been a huge talking point over the past few months.

Inflation, interest rates, wage growth, cost of living: How does it all work?

It's hard to imagine the campaigning style of Barnaby Joyce helped Liberal moderates battling teal independents in their inner-city heartland. Picture: Getty Images

There is no doubt being in the Coalition made the Liberal brand much less attractive in the party's inner-city heartland.

It's time for the Liberals to rethink their coalition with the Nationals

Anthony Albanese is yet to confirm if his partner Jodie Haydon (left) will move with him into the prime minister's official residence. Picture AAP

Making Canberra the PM's full-time home would send a "powerful signal" about how Mr Albanese intended to govern, the rugby great said.

PM Albanese should live in The Lodge: Pocock

Comedian Elliot Loney (left) films a skit with Australian tennis players Thanasi Kokkinakis (centre) and Nick Kyrgios (right) in the leadup to the Men's Doubles semi-final on Thursday. Photo: Elliot Loney.

They wanted to have fun on court. They've done it off-court, too.

Skits and giggles with Nick Kyrgios and Thanasi Kokkinakis

Sushannah Taylor and her six-month-old daughter Luna (right) and a tent their family of four lived in a person's backyard in Bundaberg (left).

Sushannah Taylor her husband Tristan and their two daughters have been homeless in Bundaberg, Queensland since April 10, 2022.

Mum documents family life in tents, motels amid rental crisis

Adam Bandt is prepared to back the Haines model, saying he 'doesn't care' whose name is on the bill. Picture: Sitthixay Ditthavong

The new government has promised an anti-corruption watchdog with teeth. The powerful crossbench wants it within months.

'Ready to go': Greens want ICAC before budget

NATURAL TALENT: Kaison Hao is passionate about learning the piano. Picture: supplied.

He started learning aged five, and he's only be playing for 11 months.

See why this young pianist was named one of the world's best

Police officers at the scene after a teenager shot and killed 19 children at a Texas primary school. Photo: AP Photo

A teenage gunman has killed 18 children and three adults.

Teenager in gun massacre at Texas school

Premier Annastascia Palaszczuk says pre-arrival PCR tests are no longer needed from January 1.

Queensland dumps pre-travel PCR tests

Read all about what was making headlines in the 1970s as published in the Port Macquarie News on Thursday, November 4, 1971.

Flashback: Hotel Macquarie set to be expanded

Golden moment: Lilly Barlow picked up a gold medal for Port Macquarie as competitive swimming returned to the pool in Taree last weekend. Photo: Scott Calvin

"They were excited just to be able to compete."

Barlow and Harrison lead the way as Piranhas return to the pool

Going steady: Hugo the Galapagos tortoise and his new girlfriend, Estrella. Picture: The Australian Reptile Park

After years of searching for the one, the world's most famous tortoise - Hugo the Galapagos tortoise - has finally met his new girlfriend, Estrella.

Hugo the tortoise meets his match in Estrella

Friends can gather again in NSW from today after more than 100 days in lockdown. Picture: Shutterstock

I'd be lying if I said I was jumping for joy.

It's 'Freedom Day' in NSW - but has it come too early?

A further 1.5 million Australians will be able to receive a fourth COVID-19 vaccine.

The expanded advice is expected to allow more than 1.5 million additional people to receive the fourth vaccine dose.

Second COVID booster eligibility expanded

ON THE LOOSE: There are two main variants of monkeypox, the more severe Central African strain and the milder West African strain.

Two people in Australia's largest cities have the virus, so is it likely to spread further?

What is 'monkeypox' and how did it arrive in Australia?

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Melbourne Victory's Jake Brimmer is the 2021-2022 A-League Men's player of the year.

Brimmer, Worts win top A-League awards

A growing number of MPs from his own party have withdrawn their support of UK PM Boris Johnson.

More UK MPs withdraw support of Johnson

Omar Elomar was shot in the street during an altercation on February 15, 2020.

Teen's murder sparked by schoolboys' fight

More Victorian victims of crime will be able to access financial compensation under new laws.

Victim compensation laws pass in Victoria

Melbourne City star Jamie Maclaren is urging fans to pack AAMI Park for the ALM grand final.

Maclaren rallies fans for ALM decider

Airlines will run over 160 daily shuttle flights from nearby cities to Doha during the World Cup.

Airlines to run World Cup shuttle flights

A toe injury has sidelined Sydney ruckman Tom Hickey (r) for their AFL match against Richmond.

Swans suffer ruck blow ahead of Tiger test

South Korea's Kospi was 0.25 per cent higher after the central bank raised rates as expected.

World shares mixed on growth worries

Foreign Affairs Minister Penny Wong at the National Press Club. Picture: Elesa Kurtz

The new Foreign Minister wants to see a shift in Australia's relations with its nearby neighbours.

Wong promises 'no strings' in Pacific pitch

LEADER: Maitland Magpies skipper Sophie Stapleford is an inspiration on and off the field. Picture: Jonathan Carroll 

One told she'd never play soccer again, Stapleford is back on the field.

Sophie Stapleford's brain cancer message of hope

Beauden Barrett is among the leading players rested by the Blues for the clash with the Waratahs.

Waratahs Super boost as Blues rest stars

A piece of a rocket lies next a crater after a Russian strike in Pokrovsk, eastern Ukraine.

Ukraine and Russia: What you need to know

The Liberals' Julian Simmonds has conceded defeat to the Greens in the Brisbane seat of Ryan.

Greens eye three seats as count continues

Coal-fired power plants still generate more than 80 per cent of Queensland's electricity.

Qld power bill rebate a 'temporary fix'

The NSW government will provide financial help for families struggling to pay their power bills.

NSW to help with soaring electricity bills

A Victorian man will front court after police seized cannabis valued at more than $1 million.

Vic police seize cannabis valued at $1m

Dapto resident Uncle Mark Rees is a survivor of the Stolen Generations. Picture: Adam McLean

May 26 marks Sorry Day, an occasion to recognise the trauma inflicted upon Indigenous people by the removal of children from their families.

One man's experience as a Stolen Generations survivor

A recent study confirmed no link between caesarean births and food allergies in the first year.

A study of 2,045 infants finds no significant link between allergies and delivery method.

No link between caesarean birth and food allergies

Queensland Labor MP Melissa McMahon has revealed confronting details of her own childhood abuse.

Qld MP reveals harrowing sexual abuse

Payne Haas may have played his last game for Brisbane after new contract talks collapsed.

Request denied: Broncos, Haas in stand-off

The region has had less than 50 dry days so far in 2022. Photo: Ruby Pascoe

The region has already passed the total average rainfall for the entire year in the first five months of 2022.

Warmer temperatures and wet weather for Mid North Coast winter

Archie Branch will compete at this weekend's Surfing NSW regional titles. Photo: Lighthouse Sports Photography

"I don't know if I've unlocked the secret to success yet."

Swell time ahead for Branch at regional junior surfing titles

Port Macquarie Sharks forward Koby Smith takes the ball up last weekend. The match with Wauchope last weekend was one of the few to have so far been completed this season.

Group 3 rugby league switches to a four-team finals series

Garden Village resident Carolyn Churchill said the steep slope and curve of the footpath makes it difficult for her to use it with her chair. Photo: Ruby Pascoe

"We need to take very seriously a piece of infrastructure that is causing some safety concerns for our older residents."

Concerns raised over footpath safety; council takes the first step

Deputy Mayor Adam Roberts. Photo: supplied

One week left to have your say on council's draft operational plan.

From the deputy mayor: budget feedback closing soon

Alani Cockshutt is one of three Mid North Coast cyclists to be selected in a Cycling NSW under-19 development team. Photo: supplied

"A lot of them are about to start on a pathway with a team that feeds into intercontinental teams in Europe."

Cycling NSW Junior Tour first step on path to overseas contracts

Jess Messina is making the transition from amateur to professional boxing ahead of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. Photo: Paul Jobber

"Everyone's told me my style is more suited to a professional style; I'm a bit of a brawler."

Messina climbs off the canvas in pursuit of professional career

Pat Conaghan, re-elected Member for Cowper. Photo: Mardi Borg

"I am humbled to be given a second opportunity to represent the people of Cowper."