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Collision course: Tamworth centre Jono Dunlop tries to thwart this Robb attacker during Saturday's clash. Photo: Gareth Gardner

The students were for a lot of the half in their half but didn't let Tamworth through

'Our defence was unreal': Second half effort paves way to victory for Robb

Andrew Messenger

Cody Tsaousis

TIGHT LIPPED: Barnaby Joyce's leadership ambitions for the Nationals party are in doubt after he refused to commit to running for the position again. Photo: Peter Hardin

Mr Joyce had previously stated he planned to hold onto the role regardless of the election result.

Barnaby Joyce backs down, refuses to commit to Nationals leadership

BOTTLE HIM: Matt Wilson has starred for Dungowan in a win over Moree. Photo: Judy McManus

That's two upset wins in a row for the Cowboys.

'It was another massive effort': Cowboys hammer undefeated Boars

Caitlin Reid

COLLECTION: Education officer, Emma Stilts, said the gallery is lucky to have a number of the silks from the collection. Photo: Gareth Gardner

A UNIQUE and prestigious collection of artworks owned by Tamworth Regional Council will soon be loaned to other regional cities, so more communities can enjoy the top quality display.

Tamworth's unique collection of Utopia silks loaned to regional galleries

Tess Kelly

MANAGEMENT: Around 30 people attending the Landscape Rehydration in Practice event. Photo: Supplied

Around 30 people attended the 'Landscape Rehydration in Practice' event to learn about the social, ecological and environmental benefits of moist soil.

Landscape rehydration to help prepare and recover from drought

Mark Bode

UNITED: Kobe Bone (R) embraces Scott Blanch after the latter's try on Saturday.

The Bears certainly looked cohesive on Saturday

'It feels like we're a bit closer': Jarvis says new-look Bears a tight group

FAIRER FUTURE: Farmers are hoping for a gentler, more consultative green power transition, after landholders and energy planners met face to face in the New England for the first time earlier this month. Photo: Laurie Bullock

Farmers are hoping for a gentler, more consultative green power transition, after landholders and energy planners met face to face in the New England for the first time earlier this month.

Green energy win: farmers forum helps 'nut out' renewables issues

BACK IN: Barnaby Joyce has won the seat of New England at the 2022 federal election. Photo: Mark Kriedemann

After six weeks of campaigning, people have finally had their say on who will win the seat of New England.

New England election results: Barnaby Joyce somberly declares victory

After a dismal second quarter, the Tamworth Kangaroos came home strong in the second half of today's game.

'Honest chats' spur second-half turnaround from Kangaroos

The Weekend Wanderer: Sports results from around the region

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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

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

Inspirational: Skipper Conrad Starr was immense for Pirates against Narrabri on Saturday, scoring a double and coming up with a try-saving tackle in the final seconds. Photo: Gareth Gardner 210522GGD07

It was a heart-stopper at Ken Chillingworth Oval on Saturday

'I can't explain the relief': Pirates hold on in dying seconds to win a thriller

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

DEMOCRACY MANIFEST: Despite a record-low turnout on election day - with millions of voters around the country casting their ballot early, or by mail - hundreds of people shuffled through the gates at Tamworth High School. Photo: Gareth Gardner 

Barnaby Joyce has cast his ballot in his fifth election to be MP for New England, but both independent candidates standing against him are confident of knocking off the deputy prime minister.

Independents 'confident' as volunteers make final push on election day

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

BANGER ON BREAD: ACM's own Ringer presents The Democracy Banana. Picture: Ash Walmsley

It's the most important vote you'll cast this weekend.

Should 'democracy bananas' replace sausages at the polling centre sizzle up?

BEST IN CAMPAIGN: A few of our favourite moments from the 2022 federal election.

The funniest campaign bloopers, blunders and the moments that made us smile.

Gaffes, bloopers and best moments from the 2022 federal election

Motherhood is not a particularly glamorous thing and we love these shows for telling it like it is.

Which working mother are you? TV's best mums

Prime Minister Scott Morrison, Jenny Morrison and Liberal candidate for Blair Sam Biggins at Springfield Rise Display Village. Picture: AAP

Scott Morrison's unrelenting election focus on outer suburban seats could remake the Liberals.

Morrison bets Coalition's future on suburban gambit

Scott Morrison and Anthony Albanese on the campaign trail. Pictures: Facebook, Steve Evans

Who shines out on the road with press pack in tow - and does it really matter?

The bizarre rituals of the campaign trail

Australia, Italy, Sweden, the UK, Spain, Portugal and the US are dealing with monkeypox outbreaks

A case of monkeypox has been confirmed in Victoria.

Confirmed monkeypox case in Australia

NOTHING IN IT: There was a stack of close matches on grand final day. Photo: Ben Jaffrey

There was some real close encounters on Sunday.

Photos of the Northern Junior League basketball grand finals

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Aust, allies to target illegal fishing

Mathew King, aka South Coast Kook, at his local beach in Kiama. Picture:Sylvia Liber

After working in an underground mine for eight years, the Kiama-based surfer saw a future that he didn't want for himself, punctuated by late nights, work he didn't enjoy and limited family time.

Ever fancy quitting your day job for a dream? This dad did

Independent MP Zoe Daniel says Australia has elected a "community crossbench" in the lower house.

Labor set to face 'community crossbench'

Shayna Jack has qualified fastest for the 50m freestyle final at the Australian swimming titles.

Jack shines again Australian swim titles

Senator Simon Birmingham says the Liberals need to address climate change and preselect more women.

Climate, women key to future: Birmingham

Sydney Roosters prop Jared Waerea-Hargreaves has been fined for his rant at referee Gerard Sutton.

Waerea-Hargreaves avoids ban over ref rant

More than 23,000 new virus cases and 17 deaths have been reported across Australia on Sunday.

Eastern states post 23,000 new virus cases

Australian Electoral Commission figures had Labor on 75 seats in the House, one short of a majority.

Labor well-placed for narrow majority

TIGHT LIPPED: Barnaby Joyce's leadership ambitions for the Nationals party are in doubt after he refused to commit to running for the position again. Photo: Mark Kriedemann

Parts of Queensland are back on flood watch with dams overflowing or releasing water after rainfall.

Queensland's southeast drenched again

Chilean Mito Pereira is the the surprise third-round leader at the US PGA Championship.

Unfancied Chilean leads PGA Championship

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

Labor's Anthony Albanese said he hoped his life's journey inspired others to "reach for the stars".

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