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Amanda Sheppeard is journalist with more than 30 years’ experience in her field. During that time she has worked across a broad range of areas, including health, education, local government, police/courts, finance/property and features. She has been recognised with awards from the National Press Club and at the Gold Coast Media Awards.

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$200m in unclaimed Medicare rebates: Are you eligible

Doing one simple thing could earn you a share of $200m worth of unclaimed Medicare rebates, as millions of Aussies get a welfare boost.

Sydney

The ‘other Byron’ making waves

Buyers are zeroing in on blue chip coastal areas in a bid to discover a new lifestyle and maybe even a bargain.

Health

SEATTLE, WA - DECEMBER 11: Dr. Jesse Erasmus checks a serum sample he diluted under a microscope in a microbiology lab at the University of Washington School of Medicine on December 11, 2020 in Seattle, Washington. The serum samples were collected from animals that received a replicon, or replicating, RNA vaccine that's being developed to combat Covid-19 (SARS-CoV-2). Scientists are hoping this nucleic acid vaccine will only need one dose to be effective against the coronavirus and that it won't need to be stored in a deep freeze. This replicon RNA vaccine has been tested on mice and macaque monkeys and is in early stage clinical development with HDT Bio who will be leading the clinical trials of it in the United States. The serum samples Dr. Erasmus is working on will help determine the quantity of neutralizing antibodies. Karen Ducey/Getty Images/AFP == FOR NEWSPAPERS, INTERNET, TELCOS & TELEVISION USE ONLY ==

New discovery about Covid jab efficacy

New research has revealed what Australians need to do to get the best protection from their Covid vaccine.

National

Flu season tipped to arrive ahead of vaccine stocks

Australia could be in for an early start to the flu season and it might come before vaccines become available, experts warn.

UpdatedWorld

A house lays destroyed by Cyclone Gabrielle in the Esk Valley near Napier on 18 February, 2023. - New Zealand is under a national state of emergency after Cyclone Gabrielle bore down on its northern coast on February 12. (Photo by AFP) / NEW ZEALAND OUT

Cancer survivor found dead in NZ floods

The body of a breast cancer survivor that went missing in New Zealand’s floods has been located amid fears the death toll will climb further.

UpdatedWorld

(FILES) In this file photo taken on June 26, 2019, Ghana's midfielder Christian Atsu chases down the ball during the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations (CAN) football match between Ghana and Benin at the Ismailia Stadium. - The body of former Ghana international Christian Atsu has been found after a huge earthquake in Turkey, local media reported on February 18, 2023, quoting his manager. Atsu, 31, was caught up in a 7.8-magnitude quake that rocked Turkey and Syria on February 6, killing more than 43,000 people in both countries. (Photo by OZAN KOSE / AFP)

Footballer’s body found in Turkey quake ruins

The body of a star footballer long feared dead in the Turkey earthquake has been recovered.

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Healthy Pregnancies and Bright Futures aims to raise community awareness about Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder and create supportive communities for pregnant women.

‘Scoring system’ could boost chance of having a baby

Researchers say they have found a “valuable tool” to help women improve their prospects of pregnancy. See how it works.

National

The devastated parents of the 16-year-old girl, Stella Berry, who was killed by a shark in the Swan River yesterday have released photos of their daughter, along with a statement. Id confirmed by Amanda Sheppard

WA shark attack: Parents pay tribute to their ‘beautiful girl’

The heartbroken parents of Stella Berry, the schoolgirl fatally mauled by a shark while she swam in a Perth river, have spoken out and shared pictures of their “darling girl”.

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WA fatal shark attack: teenage victim identified

The 16-year-old Perth girl who died after being mauled by a shark in the Swan River has been identified, as authorities reveal the type of shark they believe was responsible.

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HEATING UP: Snakes like this Eastern Brown are on the move now that temperatures are rising.Photo: Max Fleet / NewsMail

Killer snake warning: What Aussies must know

A fatal snake bite in Queensland has prompted a timely reminder to beware of the reptiles. See how you can safeguard your home and administer first aid if needed.

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