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Dubbo filmmaker and Yuwaalaraay man Dylan Nicholls has been working with families to recognise the contributions and bravery of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in the Great War.
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Growing up in the world of social media.
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At the age of 41, Lake Macquarie woman Alison Bryson went from seeming okay, to being at crisis point.
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Jason Dearmer, has been named Dubbo's citizen of the year for 2025 due to the role he plays in the local community.
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A not-for-profit Australian group is helping Israeli farmers deal with fires caused by dry conditions and the war with terrorist groups Hamas and Hezbollah.
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Corinne Gibbons uses her music to promote peace and environmental awareness.
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Endurance athlete on the physical and mental challenges of competing
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Robbie Mortimer decided to give up rugby league and focus on his music career
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Scientists are warning that 90 per cent of the planet's soil could be degraded by 2050 unless urgent action is taken.
Small beetle 5mm in the soil

 Award-winning pastry chef Terri Mercieca talks about creating the perfect desserts
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On the panel today Jess McGuire, Dane Simpson and Christie Dawes talk holiday plans. There's also a discussion about the pitfalls of online shopping.  
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Electric vehicle owner answers questions about driving an EV in regional Australia
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Kim Storey farms just outside Eugowra and has become one of the community's strongest advocates, particularly since the devastating flooding in November 2022.
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Christie can't remember names and faces, drawing a blank as people assure her they've met before! Meanwhile Dane gets into the Christmas spirit.
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