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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

Olivia Ireland

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

BE WARY: Do your research before paying for holiday deals that seem too good to be true.

ACM has compiled a list of current scams identified on sites dedicated to informing people about fraudulent and dishonest activities.

Scamwatch: Beware of holiday deals too good to be true

Ian Jones

Goondiwindi farewelled a true gentleman on Friday. Rex Hoole was a "one off". File Pic.

The Goondiwindi Regional Mayor, Cr Lawrence Springborg AM looks back at the fortnight that was

Passing of a great Aussie

Finn McHugh

Lucy Bladen

Dan Jervis-Bardy

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

If you take drugs and drive, expect to end up in court.

If you are a druggie and plan to drive in or around Goondiwindi, think again.

Drug driving? You should think again

Senate candidate Luke Arbuckle with AgForce regional manager, Ann-Maree Johnson.

A Goondiwindi farmer is standing for the Australian Democrats in the Senate.

TIME TO MAKE A STAND

Australian Agriculture Minister and Member for Maranoa, David Littleproud with GRC Mayor, Cr Lawrence Springborg.

The Liberal Nationals Government will deliver $2.4 million to build the Goondiwindi Open Access Intermodal Freight Terminal. There's only one catch.

$2.4m, if they win

Travelers warned as floods hit south-east QLD, again

Evacuation warnings are being sounded as heavy rainfall continues to pound southern Queensland.

Residents flee homes as evacuation sirens sounded

Travelers warned as floods hit south-east Queensland, again

Take a bow Goondiwindi State High School. The school's musical Aladdin JR played to packed houses at the Goondiwindi Community and Cultural Centre last week, garnering rave reviews

School Musical was a hit

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Sarah, Annette and Layne Martyn and Chelsea Barrett.

Aladdin JR was a hit with all who saw it. Pic courtesy of Amanda Hohn.

Heather Haley-Scanlan and actor-in-waiting, Maddison Doust.

Emma Hubbard, Jenna Andreatta, Bernie Sutton, Nick Wadsworth and Nate Dougherty.

Sue Smith, Barb Bardsley and Julie Ronque.

Carter Craig, Christine Austria and Brodie Mackenzie.

Take a bow Goondiwindi State High School. The school's musical <strong><em>Aladdin JR </em></strong>played to packed houses at the Goondiwindi Community and Cultural Centre last week, garnering rave reviews. Pics courtesy of Bec Cover.

The Goondiwindi State High School was just magic

Take a bow Goondiwindi State High School. The school's musical Aladdin JR played to packed houses at the...

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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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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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

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Star sues high roller for $12 million

Police say gang violence was behind the fatal stabbing of a man during a fight in Adelaide.

Second murder charge over SA stabbing

Honoured: NWRH Manager Medicines Supply Luke Corbett is the 2021 Australian Pharmacy Technician of the Year. Picture Rodney Braithwaite 

Luke awarded for overseeing a massive task in uncertain times.

Meet one of the many unsung heroes of the pandemic

The arts and cultural sectors are hoping for greater prominence under the Labor government.

Arts hopes for repair under new government

Alex Robert Smart admits plunging a knife into Tylor Bell's chest but denies committing murder.

Qld man stabbed after car park altercation

A 32 year-old Goondiwindi has been charged with four counts of rape, three counts of sexual assault and one of assault occasioning bodily harm

Goondiwindi man charged with rape

The "accidental author", Lisa Gardoll. You can be one too.

Ever thought about writing your own book?

Let Lisa help you write your story

Prime Minister Scott Morrison officially launched the Liberals' election campaign on Sunday. Picture: AAP

Scott Morrison has made housing a central part of the Liberal Party's official launch.

Liberal Party 'warms up' with final countdown underway

Federal Member for Parkes, Mark Coulton, is pleased residents of Boggabilla will have improved mobile services.

Better connectivity for Boggabilla region

Drop in and see the latest releases. Cr Susie Kelly and Cinema Manager Laura Hennessy.

Film-lovers in the Goondiwindi Region will have a better cinematic experience.

Films just got better

Make an appointment and get your flu injection says Goondiwindi GP, Dr Anna Carswell.

Goondiwindi regional residents are being urged to protect themselves against influenza, as the cooler months start to set in

Get your flu injection

TEAMWORK: Chris Connor and Letecia Kearney, two career-long nurses based in the New England North West share their experiences as a way to reflect and remember the important role all nurses play not just in healthcare, but in our lives. Photos: Supplied

In honour of International Nurses Day held on May 12, these two career-long nurses based in the New England North West share their experiences as a way to reflect and remember the important role all nurses play not just in healthcare, but in our lives.

Euphoria to heartbreak: why these nurses are hooked on their career

The Bank Cafe owner Brad Rickard is slowly working to clean up his Lismore business after the floodwaters nearly reached the ceiling. Photos: MARINA NEIL.

Prime Minister Scott Morrison declared that Australia is getting harder to live in because of disasters. We spoke to people who have lost everything and know how hard life can be in Disaster Country.

After the flood comes rivers of tears

Anthony Albanese with Gabrielle Nina Ritchie, four months old. Picture: Steve Evans

The two major party leaders will be getting more energised as polling day approaches.

Election antics get increasingly frantic

Australian Agriculture Minister, Dave Littleproud with Goondiwindi Mayor, Cr Lawrence Springborg AM near the site of a proposed $2.4million  rail terminal.

The Australian Agriculture Minister, David Littleproud toured the Goondiwindi region

Shorten for ag minister?

With wreath making, floral arranging and terrarium making, the day will be complemented with a morning tea and lunch - all completely free.

Ladies, unleash your creativity at free day out at local vineyard

Paul Fletcher has offered under-threat regional newspapers a $10 million lifeline. Picture: Sitthixay Ditthavong 

Regional newspapers sounding the alarm over a devastating price hike have been offered a lifeline.

The Goondiwindi State High School was just magic

Ian Jones

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