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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?

Former prime minister Scott Morrison with former home affairs minister Karen Andrews in happier times. Picture: Dion Georgopoulos

Ms Andrews said Mr Morrison had betrayed the trust of the Australian people by his actions.

'Betrayal of trust': Karen Andrews tells Morrison to resign from parliament

Scott Morrison has given no explanation for the secrecy, has clearly been caught out and appears to have lost the last of any Liberal confidence in him.

This is already enough. Scott Morrison should be considering his position

Former NRL player Brett Finch faces sentence on one charge of sharing child abuse material. (MEDIANET IMAGES PHOTO)

Ex-NRL star admits child abuse charge

BIG VOICE: Brianna Smith has cerebral palsy spastic dysplasia and has spoken out after she was attacked at school. Photo: RILEY KRAUSE.

Footage of the attack shared on social media

Disabled teenager knocked unconscious in 'horrific' school attack speaks out

Scott Morrison has apologised, but insists his secret power grab was in 'good faith'. Picture: James Croucher

Scott Morrison has apologised for the secret-appointment saga, but is defending his record.

'I apologise': Morrison offers no excuse for 'good faith' secrecy

Scott Morrison assumed control of Home Affairs during a controversial travel ban. Picture: Elesa Kurtz

The timing of Scott Morrison's secret appointment to Home Affairs is revealing.

Secret Morrison appointments coincided with major pandemic moments

Georgie, Tim, Louie and Kara West ready to start their year at Forbes Public School.

Big day as more Forbes kinders begin school journey

The Victorian government may set up exclusion zones following protests outside several hospitals. (James Ross/AAP PHOTOS)

Victorian hospital exclusion-zone push

Scott Morrison secretly wielded control over five departments, other this his own. Picture: Sitthixay Ditthavong

There have been some stunning revelations in parliament this week. Here's what we know.

What we know - and what we don't know - about the Morrison revelations

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has described Scott Morrison's decision to appoint himself to multiple portfolio as "unprecedented". Picture: Sitthixay Ditthavong

Scott Morrison held five secret portfolios during the pandemic, including Home Affairs and Treasury.

'Stealth bulldozer': Scott Morrison held five secret portfolios

Breanna and Kevin Powell enjoying the evening.

In pictures: Australia Day 2022 by Lake Forbes

Walter Terrence John Stevenson born August 17. Son to Brittaney Veale and Tace Stevenson of Forbes; grandson to Terry and Debbie Veale of Trundle and to Susie and Moses Stevenson of Tullamore.

Special feature: Forbes' babies of 2021

Knights director of football Peter Parr spoke with reporters on Tuesday morning.

Knights duo dropped as Ponga, Mann toilet cubicle investigation continues

Each student will have access to two RATs per week, as will teachers.

Masks, twice-weekly rapid antigen tests as NSW schools set to return

CLUTCH: Canowindra fullback Jayden Brown scores a try to tie the match with Trundle. Photo: LACHLAN HARPER 

'One of the best': Brown puts finals match high on his list after Woodbridge Cup thriller

Santa arrived at Eugowra's Carols on the Creek with a very special little guest, a baby 'reindeer' who the kids were thrilled to meet. 

Santa brings a very special guest to 2021 Eugowra Carols on the Creek

Former prime minister Scott Morrison. Picture: Elesa Kurtz

Scott Morrison has defended himself over taking control over multiple government ministries during the COVID-19 pandemic.

'Oversight': Morrison defends secret power grab as more ministries discovered

Brian Broadbere, Forbes Country Music Club president Wendy Dixon and Jean Foran enjoying the relaxed surrounds of the Calarie Hall. 

Country Music Club wraps up 2021 with muster at Calarie Hall

Coralie Crouch with her garden feature in the new Platypus Gallery members' exhibition.

Artists inspired by verse for newest Platypus Gallery exhibition

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An award-winning philosopher is suing the University of Sydney over alleged human rights breaches. (Paul Miller/AAP PHOTOS)

USyd accused of racism against Iranians

Tasmanian Greens MP Rosalie Woodruff is against the proposed sale of Tasmanian company Tassal. (Rob Blakers/AAP PHOTOS)

Tas salmon giant takeover bid 'chequered'

A woman is expected to be charged with attempted murder for allegedly stabbing her children. (Paul Miller/AAP PHOTOS)

SA woman detained after children stabbed

Queensland police arrested and charged a man wanted over the suspected abduction of four children. (Dan Peled/AAP PHOTOS)

Qld man held after child abduction manhunt

Fiona Patten holds copies of a petition calling for a rise in the age of criminal responsibility. (Joel Carrett/AAP PHOTOS)

Vic raise-the-age campaign gains traction

TEAM WORK: Bunnings' George Barnes, artist Karen Ritchie and Parkes Forbes Community Housing's Martize Smith. 

Forbes shows up to brighten life in unit complex

WATER ABOUT: Drivers travelling down the Newell Highway south of Forbes have water views. 

Flood update: Lachlan River falls below minor flood levels

LEGACY: FPS Staff Mrs Katy Brown showing current FPS Students, Maggie Dooley, Josie Watson and Emily Greig her family paver from her time as a student at FPS. Picture: SUPPLIED

Put your name on a paver, support Forbes Public School

FIT4LIFE: Senior Constable Daniel Greef, PCYC's Rayleen Hill and Senior Constable Jamie Slater with Hunter, Lennie, Alfie, Sophia and Matilda. Picture: BRENDAN MCCOOL

Fun, fitness and a good breakfast through Fit4Life

RIVER STILL RISING: The Bureau of Meteorology is warning the Lachlan River may reach the minor flood level at Forbes on Saturday evening. Picture: FILE

Lachlan River may reach minor flood level at Forbes Saturday evening

TOP NOTCH: Rebekah Sammut's work as a wedding videographer has earned her award after award and she isn't planning on slowing down.

Meet the award-winning wedding videographer who is capturing couples' magic moments

A Forbes man was sentenced to a 12 month prison sentence to be served as an Intensive Corrections Order for his fourth drink driving offence.

Forbes man "12 months in jail to be served in the community"

WORKING DOG CHALLENGE: Olly from Corinella with his team of working dogs preparing for the Cobber Challenge. Picture: SUPPLIED

Corinella farmer and his working dogs signed up for Cobber challenge

COMMUNITY SUPPORT: NSW Small Winemakers Wine Show committee members Amy Slessor, Mark Watts, Judy Kerr, Paul Bennett and Alistair Lunn with Julie Virtue from Havannah House (second from left). 

More than 500 wines entered in 2022 NSW Small Winemakers Wine Show

Get into the social swing of things with a host of events and happenings around the region.

Things to do: Central West and beyond

Forbes residents fined $89,900 for COVID breaches and most haven't been paid

RAIN FORECAST: Forbes is predicted to get rain Thursday, Friday and Saturday. 

SES, BOM urge people to be prepared with flood watch on saturated catchment

PRICE RISE: The usual buyers were present and competing in a dearer market, particularly on the better lambs with the plainer and wooly types seeing less demand. Picture: FILE

Cattle numbers dive, sheep on the rise at this week's Forbes sales

MONITOR THE SITUATION: The Lachlan River at Cottons Weir peaked in the minor flood range at 4.39m on Monday evening. Picture: FILE

Minor flooding on way to Jemalong, renewed river rises 'possible' warns BOM

Congestion in the Blue Mountains, especially on the weekends around hotspots like Mount Boyce, can turn a trip over the mountains into a nightmare: Photo: Transport NSW)

'Further geotechnical investigations along the corridor' are planned.

Crucial drilling will 'inform the design' of key section of highway upgrade

RUGGED UP: Ashley, Aubrey and Gerard Eppelstun enjoying Woodfired Eugowra. 

Woodfired returns to warm winter's afternoon in Eugowra

BRIGHT FUTURE: Kerry Willems has recounted "the absolutely intoxicating fear of being alone" to raise awareness in Homelessness Week. Picture: CATHOLICCARE WILCANNIA-FORBES

'Despair, isolation of homelessness' not forgotten as Kerry looks to bright future

RIVER REMAINS HIGH: The Lachlan River remains at minor flood level at Cottons Weir, with expectations the peak will reach Jemalong on Tuesday afternoon. Picture: FILE

Flood peak on way to Jemalong, minor flooding expected from Tuesday afternoon

WINNING PARTNERSHIP: Forbes Shire Council won the Leo Kelly OAM Arts and Culture Award for working with Forbes Arts Society to deliver the Sculpture Down the Lachlan trail. Picture: FILE

Arts partnership a winner for Forbes at NSW Local Government Awards

IT'S SHOWTIME: Winning producers all smiles in the 2019 Bedgerabong Show Grand Parade. Picture: FILE

We're back! Excitement for Show season builds

THE PRODIGAL SON RETURNS: Jake Grace will be a crucial addition to the Forbes Magpies squad this season. Photo: NICK GUTHRIE.

Forbes Magpies ready to swoop on 2022 season

WHAT AN EXPERIENCE: Holly Hare, Henry Best, Billie Palin and Jarrod Draper perform at Overture in Parkes last Saturday. Photo: KRISTY WILLIAMS.

Grenfell's Henry Best performed in front of hundreds of people at the Overture concert in Parkes last weekend.

Henry's 'special experience' learning from Josh Piterman, performing at Overture

Young musicians and singers from around the Central West perform alongside Josh Piterman and Lucy Durack at Parkes' incredible Overture concert on April 2.

THE GREATEST SHOW: Overture concert a 'wholesome' experience

STARS UNDER THE STARS: Lucy Durack and Josh Piterman will be headlining Saturday's Overture concert at the Cooke Park Pavilion in Parkes. Photo: SUPPLIED.

Overture will feature two of Australia's leading performers - Lucy Durack and Josh Piterman - alongside some of the most talented singers and musicians the Central West has to offer.

'See what's coming next' for talented Central West musicians at Overture concert

ALL SMILES: Peter Guppy from Cycling Without Age Parkes takes Pat and Ray Wilson for a trishaw ride last weekend. You can take a ride from Lions Park on Wedneday and Saturday mornings. Photo: KRISTY WILLIAMS.

You can get a trishaw ride on Wednesday and Saturday mornings at Lions Park in Parkes.

'Feel the wind in your hair' on a trishaw ride through Parkes

RED GOES FASTER: UK-based Kiwi Warren Briggs' eye-catching 1965 Red Mustang is having one last tilt at the Classic Outback Trial, which is starting in Parkes this week after a COVID-enforced break. Photo: SUPPLIED.

Over the course of seven days, the crews will cover some 680km of competitive stages and 1650km of transport stages, starting this Sunday, March 27.

Parkes hosting start of Classic Outback Trial rally race

Alex Blackwell, left, says women still face too many barriers in the male-dominated sports industry. Picture: Getty Images

What started as male egos colliding ended with a woman as the collateral damage and it's not good enough.

'A female journalist's worst nightmare': The collateral damage of AFL egos

186 families from Parkes have stayed at the house for 1,333 nights, which gives an indication of how important it is to have a place like this for families to be close to their children in hospital.

Robertson, Rice highlighting importance of Orange's Ronald McDonald House

Francine Binns (Chief Executive Officer, IPWEA NSW & ACT), Ben Howard (Director Operations, Parkes Shire Council), Melanie Suitor (Road Safety and Injury Prevention Officer, Parkes, Forbes and Lachlan Shire Councils) and Grant Baker (President, IPWEA NSW & ACT).

"The project saw load restraint knowledge increase, breaches decrease by almost 70 per cent and there were no load restraint incidents recorded on our local roads during 2021."

Parkes and Forbes' 'Load Restraint Education Project' receives award

PLENTY TO THINK ABOUT: Input prices are expected to be high, but forecasts are positive for farmers in the Parkes region. Photo: FILE.

A Parkes agronomist said he had to advise clients to budget more than double the money for fertilser than last season.