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A week in photos from award winning Fairfax photographers for the week ending February 23, 2017

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Dreamtime Divas Dallas ‘‘Nova Gina’’ Webster, right, and Tim "Lasey Dunaman" Towns strut their stuff on Allan Prior's tractor outside Kempsey. The goat, Nick, looks away. Photo: Nic Walker

SMH/NEWS. Portrait of 2 members of the Dream Time Divas photographed on a property just outside Kempsie. "Nova Webster" on the right and Tim "Lasey" Townsis left. Allan Prior farmer in the tractor and to goat called Nick. For a story by Damien Murphy on the lead up to the Klub Koori Mardi Gras. Pic by Nic Walker 9th Feb 2017.

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Southern Knights- The Australian International Airshow Media Preview at Avalon International. 24th February 2017 Fairfax Media The Age news Picture by Joe ArmaoPhoto: Joe Armao, Fairfax Media.

Southern Knights- The Australian International Airshow Media Preview at Avalon International. 24th February 2017 Fairfax Media The Age news Picture by Joe Armao

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SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - FEBRUARY 19: Dame Dolly Devine of Marrickville representing seniors gays. The annual ?Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Fair Day in Newtown on February 19, 2017 in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Michele Mossop/Fairfax Media)Photo: Michele Mossop

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - FEBRUARY 19: Dame Dolly Devine of Marrickville representing seniors gays. The annual ÊSydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Fair Day in Newtown on February 19, 2017 in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Michele Mossop/Fairfax Media)

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SMH/NEWS. Generic pic of people fishing on the Maclaey river near Kempsey where the locals are saying they are pulling out more Bull Sharks than ever before this year. Pic to go with a story by Damien Murphy. Pic by Nic Walker. Date 10th Feb 2017.Photo: Nic Walker

SMH/NEWS. Generic pic of people fishing on the Maclaey river near Kempsey where the locals are saying they are pulling out more Bull Sharks than ever before this year. Pic to go with a story by Damien Murphy. Pic by Nic Walker. Date 10th Feb 2017.
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A line of fast-moving thunderstorms tracks over Horsley Park.Photo: Wolter Peeters

A line of fast moving thunderstorms tracks SE over Horsly Park in Sydney's west. 17th February 2017, Photo: Wolter Peeters, The Sydney Morning Herald.

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Rain falls in Sydney's west on Friday afternoon.Photo: Nick Moir

Severe storms hammer into Sydney's western suburbs. Pic Nick Moir 17 feb 2017

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The Age, News/Arts. American dancer David Hallberg, who will perform in the Australian Ballet's revival of Sleeping Beauty opening in Brisbane next week.Pic Simon Schluter 20 Feb 2017.Photo: Simon Schluter

The Age, News/Arts. American dancer David Hallberg, who will perform in the Australian Ballet's revival of Sleeping Beauty opening in Brisbane next week.Pic Simon Schluter 20 Feb 2017.

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Werribee Open Range Zoo's four Lion cubs make their debut this week. Mum Naibiri and Dad Johar1 have a busy time with very boisterous 10 week old cubs. 20th February 2017. Photo by Jason SouthPhoto: Jason South

Werribee Open Range Zoo's four Lion cubs make their debut this week. Mum Naibiri and Dad Johar1 have a busy time with very boisterous 10 week old cubs. 20th February 2017. Photo by Jason South

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Crash on the Monash freeway at Stud Road.Photo: Joe Armao

Crash on the Monash freeway at Stud Road .15th February 2017 Fairfax Media The Age news Picture by Joe Armao

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SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - FEBRUARY 22: Ola Haydar leaves the Supreme Court after giving evidence in the murder of her Mother, Salwar Haydar by her father Haydar Haydar on February 22, 2017 in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Cole Bennetts/Fairfax Media)Photo: Cole Bennetts

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - FEBRUARY 22: Ola Haydar leaves the Supreme Court after giving evidence in the murder of her Mother, Salwar Haydar by her father Haydar Haydar on February 22, 2017 in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Cole Bennetts/Fairfax Media)

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SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - FEBRUARY 21: Haydar Haydar is escorted to a prision truck at King Street Court on February 21, 2017 in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Daniel Munoz/Fairfax Media)Photo: Daniel Munoz

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - FEBRUARY 21: Haydar Haydar is escorted to a prision truck at King Street Court on February 21, 2017 in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Daniel Munoz/Fairfax Media)

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A storm passes over Sydney. 17th February 2017 Photo: Janie BarrettPhoto: Janie Barrett

A storm passes over Sydney. 17th February 2017 Photo: Janie Barrett

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The Age, News/Fashion. Story by Melissa Singer . Rochelle Bramich is an emerging designer, who moved from a small town in Tasmania to chase her life-long dream to study fashion design.Pic Simon Schluter 22 Feb 2017.Photo: Simon Schluter

The Age, News/Fashion. Story by Melissa Singer . Rochelle Bramich is an emerging designer, who moved from a small town in Tasmania to chase her life-long dream to study fashion design.Pic Simon Schluter 22 Feb 2017.

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SMH/SHORTLIST. Portrait of Holly Throsby for the launch of her first album after 5 years entitled 'after a time.' Photographed in her house in Marrickville. Pic by Nic Walker. For an article by Bernard Zuel.Photo: Nic Walker

SMH/SHORTLIST. Portrait of Holly Throsby for the launch of her first album after 5 years entitled 'after a time.' Photographed in her house in Marrickville. Pic by Nic Walker. For an article by Bernard Zuel.
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High school student Will Stamp has a star to his name. The 15-year-old amateur skywatcher discovered a variable star in December and has just had his efforts recognised by the American Association of Variable Star Observers. 8th February 2017 Fairfax Media The Age news Picture by Joe ArmaoPhoto: Joe Armao

High school student Will Stamp has a star to his name. The 15-year-old amateur skywatcher discovered a variable star in December and has just had his efforts recognised by the American Association of Variable Star Observers. 8th February 2017 Fairfax Media The Age news Picture by Joe Armao

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Weather - evening storm in Newcastle. Pic shows lightning and a rainbow over Sandgate Cemetery in Sandgate NSW. NOTE - THIS IMAGE NEEDS ADDITIONAL DUST SPOTTING IF USED AT LARGE SIZE. NCH. Pic by MAX MASON-HUBERS MMHPhoto: Max Mason-Hubers

Weather - evening storm in Newcastle. Pic shows lightning and a rainbow over Sandgate Cemetery in Sandgate NSW. NOTE - THIS IMAGE NEEDS ADDITIONAL DUST SPOTTING IF USED AT LARGE SIZE. NCH. Pic by MAX MASON-HUBERS MMH

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Selina Wade, a long-time hospitality worker, is concerned about changes to penalty rates.Photo: Lisa Maree Williams

BRISBANE, AUSTRALIA - FEBRUARY 23: Selina Wade a long time hospitality worker is concerned about possible changes to penalty rates on February 23, 2017 in Brisbane, Australia. (Photo by Lisa Maree Williams/Fairfax Media) *** Local Caption *** Selina Wade

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White Knight Messenger, a huge puppet created by Joe Blanck, will hover over Alexandra Gardens.Photo: Justin McManus

The Age, News, 15/02/2017, picture by Justin McManus. White Night festival. Knight in shinning Armour that will feature at the White Night festival with creator Joe Blanck.

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BRISBANE, AUSTRALIA - FEBRUARY 18: Douglas Barker, photographed in his Coorparoo home that he has lived in for 55 years is celebrating his 100th birthday. on February 18, 2017 in Brisbane, Australia. (Photo by Glenn Hunt/Fairfax Media)Photo: Glenn Hunt

BRISBANE, AUSTRALIA - FEBRUARY 18: Douglas Barker, photographed in his Coorparoo home that he has lived in for 55 years is celebrating his 100th birthday. on February 18, 2017 in Brisbane, Australia. (Photo by Glenn Hunt/Fairfax Media)

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SMH/NEWS. Portrait of Lisa Rothe at the Eungai Creek Buffalo farm in the mid North Coast of NSW. She expecting a baby soon. Photographed for a story by Damien Murphy. Date 10th Feb 2017. Pic by Nic WalkerPhoto: Nic Walker

SMH/NEWS. Portrait of Lisa Rothe at the Eungai Creek Buffalo farm in the mid North Coast of NSW. She expecting a baby soon. Photographed for a story by Damien Murphy. Date 10th Feb 2017. Pic by Nic Walker

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The Age, News.Parents Janine and Denis Guingan lost both their twin daughters who were born full term at Monash Medical Centre on October 9 last year. They are pursuing legal action.Pic Simon Schluter 14 Feb 2017.Photo: Simon Schluter

The Age, News.Parents Janine and Denis Guingan lost both their twin daughters who were born full term at Monash Medical Centre on October 9 last year. They are pursuing legal action.Pic Simon Schluter 14 Feb 2017.

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SYDNEY, NSW - FEBRUARY 17: A storm rolls into Sydney from the west as viewed from Potts Point on February 17, 2017 in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Anna Kucera/Fairfax Media)Photo: Anna Kucera

SYDNEY, NSW - FEBRUARY 17: A storm rolls into Sydney from the west as viewed from Potts Point on February 17, 2017 in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Anna Kucera/Fairfax Media)

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Flying high: Plenty of people are out enjoying Melbourne's weather. Photo: Joe Armao, Fairfax Media.

Dark clouds ,Weather picture at St Kilda beach. 9th February 2017 Fairfax Media The Age news Picture by Joe Armao

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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the International Convention Centre Sydney. Wednesday 22nd February 2017 Fairfax Media photo Louie Douvis .Photo: Louie Douvis

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the International Convention Centre Sydney. Wednesday 22nd February 2017 Fairfax Media photo Louie Douvis .
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SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - FEBRUARY 18: Bowl-a-rama at Bondi Beach on February 18, 2017 in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Christopher Pearce/Fairfax Media)Photo: Christopher Pearce

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - FEBRUARY 18: Bowl-a-rama at Bondi Beach on February 18, 2017 in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Christopher Pearce/Fairfax Media)

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Celebrity accountant Anthony Bell leaving court with mum Shirley. Photo: Louise Kennerley

Anthony Bell (celebrity accountant) leaving with mum Shirley leaving Downing street courts - going through messy divorce with Kelly Landry Could show up at court for domestic violence order against Anthony 17th February 2017 Photo by Louise Kennerley AFR

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SMH News. Story, The Federal Minister for the Environment and Energy, the Hon Josh Frydenberg MP in Sydney to launch the Threatened Species Prospectus and a new sharing arrangement of wildlife between Sydney's Taronga Zoo and the San Diego Zoo in the US. Photo shows, Josh Frydenberg MP Pictured with a Bilby at Taronga Zoo. Photo by, Peter Rae Monday 20 February, 2017Photo: Peter Rae

SMH News. Story, The Federal Minister for the Environment and Energy, the Hon Josh Frydenberg MP in Sydney to launch the Threatened Species Prospectus and a new sharing arrangement of wildlife between Sydney's Taronga Zoo and the San Diego Zoo in the US. Photo shows, Josh Frydenberg MP Pictured with a Bilby at Taronga Zoo. Photo by, Peter Rae Monday 20 February, 2017

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A swimmer gets an early start at Bondi as February looks like being among the city's hottest on record.Photo: Daniel Munoz

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - FEBRUARY 22: A woman goes for a swim at the ocean during early morning at Bronte beach on February 22, 2017 in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Daniel Munoz/Fairfax Media)