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Gerard Depardieu plays the methodical, ever-observant centre of gravity in Maigret. Picture: Palace Cinemas

Gerard Depardieu brings the weight of the world to the lead role in filmmaker Patrice Leconte's take on the classic French detective

The real crime? That this could be the first and last time we see Depardieu play Maigret

Gerard Depardieu in a scene from 'Maigret'. Picture: Supplied

Maigret as famous a character in his fictional home country as Agatha Christie's Hercule Poirot is in ours.

A subtle take on a towering icon

Protesters in Newcastle (left) and marching through Sydney (right) on Friday, May 27.

Some 18,000 teachers and support staff across 540 Catholic diocesan schools went on strike.

Catholic school teachers strike across NSW, ACT

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The overall influenza cases are 12 per cent lower this year than in pre-covid years.

Flu cases in children on the rise but 'don't panic' and get the jab say experts

This is a sample of The Echidna newsletter sent out each weekday morning .

Sharp sceptics of The Echidna, thank you

Tom Cruise is back as Maverick. Picture: Paramount

In various ways, the film makes subtle, effective connections with the original movie.

'Top Gun: Maverick' is better than original

One of the best ways for households to shave money off their electricity bill is to contact their retailer and ask for the best deal available.

It pays to shop around when it comes to energy prices

Incoming energy minister Chris Bowen. Picture: Sitthixay Ditthavong

Chris Bowen says coming price rises are the legacy of the Coalition government, but claimed Labor's vision to invest in renewables would bring down prices in the long term.

'Nine years of neglect': Labor blames Coalition for energy price rises

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

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

If you are unclear on exactly what the Uluru Statement from 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?

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

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

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

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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Fears pandemic education fallout not over

Greens candidate Stephen Bates is ahead of his Labor opponent in the seat of Brisbane.

Labor falls behind in Brisbane seat

The Murugappan family are looking forward to finally getting back to Biloela in Queensland.

Biloela family finally begin trek home

Brendon McCullum takes over as England coach with the team winning just one of its past 17 Tests.

England can be saviour of Tests: McCullum

More than 20 passengers on a tour boat at WA's Horizontal Falls have been injured.

Several injured in WA boating accident

Upper Lachlan Shire Council chambers. Photo: supplied

Upper Lachlan Shire Council have released details of a report looking into longer waiting times for services with the finger being pointed at increasing demand for housing and development

Council report finds 'unprecedented' demand affecting services

AT LAST: Founding members of Goulburn's Parkinson's Support Group, Gill and Michael O'Connor with newly appointed Parkinson's Support nurse, Lauren Hogan. Photos: Louise Thrower.

A support group has been working towards the goal for 10 years.

'At last': Mighty fundraising effort secures Parkinson's Support nurse

IEU NSW ACT executive council. Picture: Supplied. 

Led by the Independent Education Union of Australia (IEUA), some 18,000 teachers and support staff across 540 Catholic diocesan schools are gearing up for a full-day stop work this Friday, May 27.

Big turn out expected for Catholic school teachers' strike

The Upper Lachlan Shire hosts around half of the wind farms in NSW. Photo: Louise Thrower.

The Upper Lachlan Shire wants to be the first officially recognised carbon neutral shire.

Upper Lachlan Shire sets sight on official carbon neutral recognition

Belinda Foley and her son at her market stall in Goulburn. Photo: Louise Thrower

What started out as just a hobby for Belinda Foley has turned into an award-winning product and one that's critical to life on the planet.

'Without them we're doomed': Award-winning Crookwell honey producer on the power of bees

Emergency services, including an ambulance helicopter were called to the scene of a farm accident near Taralga on Monday. Photo supplied.

Emergency services were called to a farm accident near Taralga on Monday.

RFS brigade members administer first aid after farm accident

Tree removal will be taking place along a section of the Kings Highway on the Clyde Mountain next week. Photo supplied.

'Dangerous' trees to be removed from Clyde Mountain section

DOMINANCE: The Mudchooks continue to hold down first place convincingly with a 31-19 win over the second place Bushrangers. Picture: Pause Every Moment. 

Mudchooks take out top of the ladder battle, Taralga mount furious comeback in round seven

Taralga Tigers mount furious comeback in round seven

Hume MP Angus Taylor was re-elected at Saturday's election, albeit with a reduced margin. Photo: Louise Thrower.

Mr Taylor says the Liberal Party must regroup.

Taylor thanks supporters as party's leadership contest looms

Matt Murfitt and Penny Ackery's son Jack Steel on election day. Photo: Supplied.

Although the 'teal wave' hasn't quite washed over the electorate of Hume, as the votes roll in it's clear independent Penny Ackery has had a major impact in steering votes away from the two major parties.

'Teal wave' might not wash over Hume

Jess Webster and Ben Williams serving up democracy sausages at the P&C BBQ at Goulburn West Public School. Photo: Sophie Bennett. 

As voters streamed out of polling booths on Saturday, sausage sizzles, baked goods and quirky market stalls offered light-hearted relief for what has been an intense election campaign.

Check out photos of region's best democracy sausage sizzles

Hume Labor candidate Greg Baines and wife, Jen (front) celebrated with the party faithful on Saturday night, including former Labor Senator, Dr Ursula Stephens (right) and husband, Bob (sitting, left). Photo supplied.

Labor is celebrating a swing towards the party in Hume and the national result.

'David versus Goliath': Baines takes heart from Hume Labor result

Sitting Liberal MP Angus Taylor has taken a lead in the battle for Hume. Photo: Louise Thrower.

Angus Taylor is polling strongly in Hume ahead of Labor and an independent.

Taylor jumps to lead as counting gets well underway in Hume

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

Dan Beer cast his vote at Goulburn's Wesley Centre booth which he attended with daughters Isla, two, and Ella, three. Photos: Louise Thrower.

The economy, climate change and accountability were resonating with voters.

Voters share mixed thoughts on 'racing field' of Hume candidates

How do you like to have your tea? Enjoy it your way on International Tea Day. Pictures: Briannah Devlin

While many of you will be heading over to the polling booths today, May 21 is also the day to sit down and have a cup of tea.

Sit down for a cuppa in honour of International Tea Day

Pre-polling at Saint Saviour's Hall has been busy over the past two weeks It is only open to interstate voters on election day. Photo: Louise Thrower.

Hume candidates wrap up campaigns as voters hit cake stalls

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

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

There's not long to go now until Saturday's Federal Election. Photo: file

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There's not long to go now until Saturday's Federal Election.

Where to vote across the Upper Lachlan Shire

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