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LONG-COVID: Surveys of COVID-19 patients around the world indicate a stronger link between some genetic precursors and long-COVID development. Picture: FILE

Preliminary surveys suggest there are a few indicators of whether you might develop long-COVID.

Who's most likely to end up getting long-COVID symptoms?

File image of woman wearing a mask. Picture:Sylvia Liber

'Long COVID' is estimated to affect about 5 per cent of people who contract COVID-19, according to a UNSW study

'Sobering': 1300 Australians are getting 'Long COVID' every day

Peter Dutton has been invited to attend the government's jobs and skills summit but won't attend. (Jono Searle/AAP PHOTOS)

Coalition snubs jobs summit as 'stunt'

 Olivia Newton-John. Photo: The Yomiuri Shimbun via AP Images

Share your tribute to Australia's sweetheart Olivia Newton-John

The Supermoon emerging from the clouds in 2017. Photo: Adam McLean

The supermoon will appear about 37 per cent brighter than a 'minimoon', experts said

How stargazers can hook a 'Sturgeon Supermoon'

CARING: In 1977 Olivia Newton-John went to Namibia in southwest Africa to help raise awareness of the plight of cheetahs. Picture: Instagram/@therealonj

Star's decade long passion for the natural world.

Olivia Newton-John's fierce crusade for animals, environment

Olivia Newton-John has died aged 73. Picture: Shutterstock

Olivia Newton-John's hopelessly devoted fans have remembered her as a friend, a great talent and an inspiration.

Hopelessly devoted to Olivia Newton-John

Olivia Newton-John was just 26 years old when she was interviewed on the Sounds Unlimited TV show in Sydney in December, 1975. Photo: Seven West Media via Getty Images.

Newton-John was just 26 years old when she was interviewed by presenter Jeffrey James for the Sounds Unlimited TV show in Sydney in December, 1975.

'Lots to Do': Watch Olivia Newton-John on the cusp of superstardom

Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews (far left) with Olivia Newton-John. Picture: Twitter/@DanielAndrewsMP

Her enduring legacy is expected to be honoured with a state memorial

'One in a million': Olivia Newton-John's family to be offered state funeral

FAN FAVOURITE: Olivia Newton-John as 'Sandy' and John Travolta as 'Danny' during the final scene in Grease. Picture: Supplied

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The movie that keeps bringing in the fans is an ageless bouquet to a golden era

We're still hopelessly devoted to Grease 44 years later

MEMORIES: Delta Goodrem, Mariah Carey and Kylie Minogue have shared tributes to Olivia Newton-John. Pictures: Instagram, Twitter/@deltagoodrem, @mariahcareyau, @kylieminogue, @nfsaonline

Australian legend Newton-John's death has resonated around the world.

My friend, my mentor: Heartfelt tributes flowing for Olivia Newton-John

NSW treasurer Matt Kean has been elected deputy leader of the state's Liberal Party. (Dan Himbrechts/AAP PHOTOS)

Kean elected NSW deputy Liberal leader

The moment masking up wasn't a legal requirement, social distancing went out the window with it.

Post-COVID? Not sure we're there just yet

Olivia Newton-John and former Victorian Premier Ted Baillieu unveil a plaque at the Opening of the Olivia Newton John Cancer and Wellness Centre at the Austin Hospital in Melbourne on June 22, 2012. Photo: AAP

ONJ Cancer Wellness and Research Centre to continue her life's work

Olivia Newton-John leaves behind an inspiring legacy with her cancer journey

LESS CONFUSION: The new Fire Danger Rating System introduced across Australia will be easier to understand, authorities say. Picture: Supplied

Fewer false alarms will lead to more accurate ratings: Firefighters.

Confusing ratings ditched ahead of upcoming bushfire danger period

Olivia Newton John, 73, has died in the US, peacefully and surrounded by her family. (AP PHOTO)

Tributes flow for the Grease star and multi-platinum selling singer.

Singer, actress Olivia Newton-John dies at 73

Latvia's Foreign Minister Edgars Rinkevics has met with Penny Wong to share China concerns. (Mick Tsikas/AAP PHOTOS)

China ripples felt as far as Europe

DANGER An "incredibly dangerous" collapse at Leichhardt Oval on Saturday is now under investigation by authorities. Picture: Twitter/@FitzySA

Councillor "absolutely furious" and calls for action.

Oval collapse under investigation

The Murrumbidgee River has risen almost one metre in the past day.

Flood warnings issued for major river

John Barilaro will front an inquiry examining his controversial appointment to a US trade role. (Dan Himbrechts/AAP PHOTOS)

The ongoing saga has already claimed the scalp of former deputy Liberal leader Stuart Ayres.

Premier positive on US role: John Barilaro

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The mutilated body of an eastern grey kangaroo was discovered on a street in Ballarat. (EPA PHOTO)

Decapitated kangaroo found in Vic street

China's ambassador to Australia Xiao Qian said Russia's war on Ukraine was not a simple matter. (Mick Tsikas/AAP PHOTOS)

Ukraine envoy calls for China action

Sixteen ponies that died on the Spirit of Tasmania had suffocated, a court has heard. (Bianca De Marchi/AAP PHOTOS)

Ponies 'suffocated' on Bass Strait sailing

Police Commissioner Col Blanch has warned WA residents against pursuing suspected criminals. (Richard Wainwright/AAP PHOTOS)

WA police chief warns on vigilante pursuit

A young woman has told the man who raped and choked her at a party that she hopes he'll be jailed. (Miklos Bolza/AAP PHOTOS)

Teenage NSW rapist called a 'monster'

Discover what's on around Port Augusta

Minister for Primary Industries and Regional Development congratulates local towns on achievement

Crystal Brook, Orroroo in running for Agtown of the Year

CRITTER: Spencer the cuttlefish mascot is pictured with Whyalla Mayor Clare McLaughlin and Jacob, Isabella and Sammy from the Whyalla Surf Life Saving Club

Colourful cuttlefish in increasing numbers around Whyalla in the Upper Spencer Gulf

Whyalla's cuttlefish numbers increasing under protective regime

CHASE: A Central Augusta player closes in on an opponent in a previous Spencer Gulf League match. Photo: Ethan Nitz Photography

Central Augusta's selectors' master-stroke sees new spearhead kick six goals

Six goals to new Central Augusta spearhead in Spencer Gulf League

PUSH: Port Pirie-based Independent Stuart MP and Cabinet Minister Geoff Brock has previously tried to ease the rural doctor shortage.

New rule means overseas-trained doctors can bypass the South Australian country

New rules mean influx of doctors from South Australia country to city

LEADER: A Grade Ladies' Champion of the 2022 Port Augusta Golf Classic, local Ceri Nicholson, pictured with Tony Robinson from sponsor Northpoint Ford.

It must be a record - Ceri Nicholson wins her 23rd Port Augusta golf classic

Local champ's remarkable feat to win Port Augusta golf classic

BIRDY: One of the images on the Quorn silo.

Quorn silo comes alive at night with projections in first light show trail

Giant images on Quorn silo as part of nation 's first light show trail

WORKSHOP: Brian Lake, left, and Colin Newman in the workshop with some of their creations.

After 23 years' operation, the Port Augusta Men's Shed still enriches lives

All the good mates at Port Augusta Men's Shed seek achievers' award

FOLLOWERS: A group of supporters was pictured at a reunion hosted by South Augusta earlier this year.

Hurt footballer receives 'staggering' amount from volunteer-based Port Augusta club

Football club in Port Augusta gives 'staggering' sum to hurt player

CAMPAIGN: Charlie Jackson is campaigning for a solution to street trouble in Port Augusta.

The issue of Port Augusta's street trouble was raised with two governments

Port Augusta Aboriginal leader reveals his letters to governments

TIDY: A soldier rakes some rubbish at Davenport settlement at Port Augusta.

Port Augusta's indigenous community grateful for rubbish clean-up by the military

Soldiers help with rubbish clean-up at Davenport in Port Augusta

Wild winds continue to batter most parts of South Australia as a large weather system continues to buffet the state.

Batten down as SES warns of more destructive weather

Discover what's on around the region

Silver medallists Damien Delgado and Chris Flavel. Picture: Nathan Stirk/Getty Images

Port Pirie's Chris Flavel part of Jackaroos silver-winning bowls side

Multiple fronts to hit the state from the west

Wild weather rolls over state, SES hands out free sandbags and advice

GROUP: Hydrogen industry executives gather with Mayor Clare McLaughlin in Whyalla.

Whyalla slated as the home of the world's biggest green hydrogen plant

Whyalla's planned hydrogen plant will be the biggest in the world

Port Augusta CMA's Caleb Lavery-Brook, Dylan Woolcock, Linda Pirie, Thalia Huston, Charlie Thomas and Tim Frahn.

THE inaugural On the Terrace, On the Road chamber music festival will be held this month in Port Augusta.

'On the Terrace, On the Road' music festival set for Port Augusta

Pt Augusta Lions: Anne-Marie and Steve Fawcett, Barry Flynn, Phil Mouncey, Greg Kipling, Brenda Kay, Belinda McClure, Mick Tomlin, Peter Carman, Jen Neyman, Stuart Giles, Fred Laister, Kathy Ditton, Arnie Neyman and Martyn Ditton.

THE Lions Club of Port Augusta is inviting members of the community to participate in their annual walk to raise awareness of diabetes this weekend, Saturday, August 6.

Lions Club of Port Augusta raising awareness of Diabetes

Kyle Chalmers of Team Australia is ready to take on the final of the men's 100m freestyle at the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games. Photo by Quinn Rooney/Getty Images.

Three South Australian regional athletes, Kyle Chalmers, from Port Lincoln, Chris Flavel, from Port Pirie and Alex Wilson, from Murray Bridge, are still competing in their chosen sports at the 2022 Commonwealth Games, and doing very well.

Hunt on for medals as SA regional athletes storm home at games

MATCH: A Central Augusta player is pictured in a previous Spencer Gulf League match. Photo: Ethan Nitz Photography

Shock win to Central Augusta against premiership favourite Lions in Port Augusta

Central storms home against Lions in upset of season at Port Augusta

Minister for Communications Michelle Rowland. Picture: Sylvia Liber.

The federal government has revealed when print publishers will be able to access funds to cover print costs.

Labor hands print publishers a lifeline

Industrial relations minister Tony Burke. Picture: Sitthixay Ditthavong

Industrial minister Tony Burke has claimed nothing will be left off the table in trying to get wages growing.

Wage growth still on agenda: Labor

Reserve Bank of Australia governor Philip Lowe. Picture: Getty Images

Economists have renewed pushes for an RBA review claiming the bank lacks transparency and is ill-equipped for the future economy.

'Extremely messy': Economists renew push for full-scale RBA review

Treasurer Jim Chalmers. Picture: Sitthixay Ditthavong

The Reserve Bank has lifted interest rates by 50 basis points, however the Treasurer has conceded major flooding could place more inflationary pressure.

Floods add price blow amid RBA hike

Communications Minister Michelle Rowland. Picture: Sylvia Liber

The federal government will seek to provide regional media grants in the coming weeks to ease cost pressures.

Regional newspapers get financial lifeline

Minister for Climate Change and Energy Chris Bowen. Picture: Elesa Kurtz

A new report has urged for greater funding for Australia to become a low emissions exporting powerhouse.

Ramp up investment to become low emission export power: Grattan

Health Minister Mark Butler. Picture: Elesa Kurtz

Vaccine expert and chair of the Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Jane Halton has been tasked with looking into COVID-19 vaccine contracts and supply.

Mark Butler orders urgent inquiry into COVID-19 vaccine purchasing

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

Prime Minister Scott Morrison and wife Jenny get their headscarves at Perth Sikh Gurdwara. Picture: AAP

The Prime Minister has spent his final full day of campaigning trying to bolster the Liberals' vote in the west.