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Member for Cowper, Pat Conaghan. Photo: Mardi Borg

For the first time since Federation, the seat of Cowper is in limbo

Pat Conaghan on lessons learned and being in election limbo

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

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

Jo Pavert enjoyed a Democracy sausage at the Cootamundra Public School after casting her vote in the Federal Election, the BBQ was manned by School principal Lucy Greene and school chaplain Sue Masters. Photo by Kelly Manwaring.

Minor party candidates have reflected on the swings in their favour even as Michael McCormack prepares to enter his fifth term as Riverina MP.

Interest in minor parties piqued as Riverina constituents spread votes

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

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

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

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

Anthony Albanese, with partner Jodie Haydon, started election day in the Melbourne seat of Higgins. Picture: AAP 

Anthony Albanese declared it was "time on in the fourth quarter".

Albanese says he's slept well as polls tighten, Morrison heads to home electorate

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Cardinal George Pell is due to be sentenced after being found guilty of child sexual abuse.

Chief Judge Peter Kidd has handed down his sentence after Cardinal George Pell was convicted for attacks on two choirboys in the 1990s.

George Pell sentenced to six years

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

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

STEP UP: The Blues' credibility took a massive step forward with their impressive win over fellow finals aspirant Sydney on the weekend. Picture: Michael Willson/AFL Photos via Getty Images

As Carlton's rapid improvement continues, the bar must be raised about the Blues' expectations this season.

Blues more credible and raising the bar as 2022 season progresses

Member for Cootamundra, Steph Cooke said more than $4.8 million in co-funding has been announced, with more than $800,000 being delivered in Cootamundra.

Steph Cooke at Wyangala Dam.jpg

Funding boost for Cootamundra to support recycling infrastructure

FIFTH TERM: Michael McCormack declares victory on Saturday night. Picture: Madeline Begley

Michael McCormack returned as member for Riverina

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.

Let this be the end of the revolving door in government

Australia is 'lucky' to have compulsory voting. Picture: Shutterstock

The UK looks on with envy at our compulsory voting.

Thank God for compulsory voting

Janette Howard and Therese Rein with former prime ministers John Howard and Kevin Rudd in Novermber 2007 after Rudd announced his new cabinet and ministry. Picture: AAP

As I approached the Old Parliament House polling booth earlier this week, I saw the good and the bad.

Why the prime ministership must be earned

A brilliant 93 from England's Moeen Ali was not enough to earn Super Kings victory in the IPL.

Rajasthan books place in IPL qualifier

Zali Steggall has made her mark in Parliament after beating Tony Abbott at the 2019 election. Picture: AAP

Voters have been turning away from the major parties over the past two decades, for very good reason.

The era of minority government is upon us, and we should welcome it

The radicalism absent from Labor's 2022 manifesto is made up for in the unspoken but no-less transformative erosion of standards by the current government. Picture: AAP, Shutterstock, The Conversation

While the 2022 election is not about the reform possibilities of an incoming government, it is about the urgent need to rescue longstanding governing norms.

Australians face their starkest choice at the ballot box in 50 years. Here's why

The way you vote will affect young people the most - but those under 18 are without a voice this federal election. Picture: AAP

Whether it's the environment, housing affordability or diversity and inclusion, the concerns of young people deserve to be heard at this election.

Will you use your vote to uphold the voices of those of us who can't?

NSW Police say they have arrested all the members of a drug syndicate after a series of dawn raids.

NSW Police smash syndicate after raids

Conservationists are hoping for a baby boom as 50 eastern quolls have been released to the wild.

Endangered quolls go back to the wild

Detectives want anyone with information or dashcam footage of the incident to come forward.

Boy charged over WA stabbing death

ERGONOMICS: Physio Freedom director and physiotherapist Clifton Watt gives ergonomic working from home tips. Picture: Anthony Brady

Having an ergonomic workspace is key to an injury-free working from home.

Employees in aches and pains from working at home

Issues with Victoria's triple-zero service have led to critical ambulance delays.

Class action call for Victoria triple zero

All polling booths are set to be open across the country tomorrow. Picture: Karleen Minney

The Electoral Commissioner has confirmed all polling places will be open for election day.

All polling places will be open for election day: AEC

The primary role of NSW Police Force is to reduce crime and violence and improve public safety.

From the commander's desk: working with the community

Police have released CCTV stills and video from a ram raid on a local motorcycle shop last month in the hopes that someone will come forward with information.

CCTV released as police re-appeal for information following ram raid | Video | Photos

Murrumbidgee Local Health District is celebrating National Volunteers Week by acknowledging the many volunteers who contribute to their services.

MLHD celebrates its volunteers

National Palliative Care week starts on Sunday across the country with Murrumbidgee Local Health District hosting a number of events to commemorate.

National Palliative Care Week starts on Sunday

Human Rights Minister Tara Cheyne said Canberrans were being treated as second-class citizens. Picture: Sitthixay Ditthavong 

Scott Morrison confirmed a Coalition government would not seek to overturn the ban if re-elected, saying it was "not our policy".

PM confirms no plans to repeal voluntary assisted dying ban on territories as NSW laws pass

A Cootamundra man was refused bail when he appeared in Cowra Local Court on Wednesday

Court says 'serious threats' made against neighbour

DRIVE SMART: Riverina Highway Patrol Inspector Darren Moulds says safety should be at the forefront of motorists' minds. Picture: Madeline Begley 

"The consequences there are quite serious, that can have life-changing consequences to you and your family as well and not just the person who was injured or killed and their family and friends."

Show of force on the roads

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New Registered Nurses will commence in Cootamundra

Graduate nurses welcomed to Cootamundra

Ariana Watts took the pledge and was welcomed as an Australian Citizen in Cootamundra on Monday , May 15, 2022.

A host of friends helped celebrate the momentous occasion.

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