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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

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

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

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

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

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

A still from Everything Went Fine. Picture: Sharmill Films

Ozon has often had a happy knack for getting to the heart of the matter with his deceptively simple intimate dramas.

Everything Went Fine a challenging take on end of life

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George Pell sentenced to six years

STRONG: Beautiful toddler Penelope Dean is the sunshine of her mother Emily's life. The brave little girl has been treated for a rare tumour.

Most people know McHappy Day is all about a good cause. The Dean family had first-hand experience of how the charity supports children fighting serious illness.

How McHappy Day helps brave tots like Penelope

VIBRANT CULTURE: Dubai is one of the most multicultural cities in the world. Photos: Supplied

Imagine that dream holiday costing you absolutely nothing - well, that could be a possibility with our latest cruise competition.

Win a seven-night Arabian Peninsular cruise for two

AusFarm Nutrition Products has had a rich history in bringing livestock production innovation to the Australian market and the most recent addition to the range is no different.

Supplementation key to unlocking winter feed potential

AESTHETICALLY PLEASING: The Samsung Galaxy A53 5G is of sleek design and comes in two stunning colours, awesome blue and black. Photo: Supplied.

Samsung is an innovation leader in the mobile tech space and have converged a lot of said innovation into the budget friendly sector, opening a whole new universe of opportunities to budget conscious shoppers with the Samsung Galaxy A Series range.

Budget can still be boujee

How to bolster your cybersecurity strategies by using a VPN software and other network security measures to ensure your network connection stays as secure as possible.

Wandering the dark web: What hackers can do with your data

Join The Senior Newspaper and Travelrite International on an exploration tour of these southern islands, choosing from three departures, January 18 to 28, 2023, February 8 to 18, 2023 or March 8 to 18, 2023.

An island hopping tour way down south

When it comes to these spendy closet essential items, which ones are actually worth dropping the dough on?

Chic shopper: The 6 closet essentials worth investing in

Fairways | Golfing NW Vic, NSW and ACT

Book now for the Fall Colours fully escorted cruise to the USA and Canada from October 7 to 26, 2022.

Enjoy the colours of New York and Canada in the autumn

100 years of proud history

Having business knowledge is no longer the only key to getting yourself ahead.

Digital marketing 101: Understanding the terminology of digital

The results speak for themselves. Home and property values are soaring and you could benefit from this trend. Find out with a free appraisal of the value of your home.

Could you be a property millionaire?

An Australian highlight: A trip to the Flinders Ranges ticks all the boxes as it has some of Australia's most spectacular scenery and challenging terrain.

See the sights and experience the variety on this Discovery Tour of the very best South Australia has to offer.

The many highlights of South Australia

What makes Sydney the ideal holiday destination?

Using her own experiences as a mum with a love of the outdoors, Tiffany Droge has created the ultimate family outing baby carrier. 

Ditch the pram and take bub with you on an adventure

There is no end to the limits of imaginative play time your children will enjoy in their Possum Play couch.

Possum Play keeps screen time to a minimum

Massage your feet to fitness

A revolutionary way to do your bit for you and future generations. 

Oh Crap solves the dog poop problem

Give single-use plastic the flick and help keep our oceans clean

Shelley Cable says Indigenous employees are not getting the chance to show leadership capability.

Indigenous people left out of senior roles

The Albanese Labor government looks set for a House majority but faces a larger Senate crossbench.

Labor on track for majority government

Victorian MP Bernie Finn says he has been approached by up to seven parties to run for them.

Outspoken Vic Lib MP poised to be expelled

Ellen Sandell wants the general sale of second generation rodent poisons banned in Victoria.

Push to ban store bought rodent poison

Australians are being urged to register their positive rapid antigen tests with authorities.

Positive rapid antigen data may be skewed

The brutal beauty of an election is on show in Australia today.

The brutality of elections as the new PM takes over - and takes off

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

The primary role of NSW Police Force is to reduce crime and violence and improve public safety.

From the commander's desk: working with the community

Police have released CCTV stills and video from a ram raid on a local motorcycle shop last month in the hopes that someone will come forward with information.

CCTV released as police re-appeal for information following ram raid | Video | Photos

Young Crisis Accommodation Centre has teamed up with other local organisations to organise a family friendly event that promotes a zero tolerance to violence.

Young and the Hilltops says no to Domestic Violence with a family day

Murrumbidgee Local Health District is celebrating National Volunteers Week by acknowledging the many volunteers who contribute to their services.

MLHD celebrates its volunteers

National Palliative Care week starts on Sunday across the country with Murrumbidgee Local Health District hosting a number of events to commemorate.

National Palliative Care Week starts on Sunday

Tori on Bamborough Ari being presented with their first place ribbon at Sydney Royal. Photo: Rodneys Photography.

Local equestrian Tori Wall followed on her local success with her new horse by picking up some big classes at the Sydney Royal Easter Show last month.

Tori's Royally good time at Sydney Royal

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

Local RFS brigades were very grateful to Wendy Silk and Robert Donges for the support. Photo: NSW RFS.

Donges IGA have handed out its annual donations to local NSW Rural Fire Service Brigades to help boost their coffers over the next 12 months.

Local fire brigades receive a big boost from local supermarket

A Cootamundra man was refused bail when he appeared in Cowra Local Court on Wednesday

Court says 'serious threats' made against neighbour

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Locals across the area will be heading to the polls this Saturday for the 2022 Federal Election.

Where to vote in Young

Labor candidate for Riverina Mark Jeffreson.

Help for women and children fleeing domestic violence in the Riverina

Some of the Murrumbidgee Local Health District's 65 newly graduated Registered Nurses.

New Registered Nurses will commence in Cootamundra

Graduate Registered Nurses welcomed to Young

Michael McCormack in the Southern Cross Cinema with manager Kate Sproston.

Mr McCormack says he has been a strong advocate for residents of the Hilltops Local Government Area

McCormack says he's been a strong advocate for Young

Anne Geeves is lead away by detectives during her arrest. Photo NSW Police.

Alleged murderer unable to appear due to hospitalisation