Full List: Every aged care Covid outbreak in NSW
Covid is sweeping through aged care homes, with the virus killing at least six people a day. See where the outbreaks are.
COVID NSW
Stay across all the latest developments on COVID-19 outbreaks in NSW.
Biggest Covid strains spreading in Australia and overseas
Covid-19 is no longer a global emergency, however variants are mutating and circulating overseas and in Australia. Here’s what you need to know about the top five bugs out there.
Top Chinese scientist: ‘Don’t rule out’ Covid lab leak theory
The man that headed China’s centre for disease control during the height of the pandemic has spoken out about the origins of Covid. Have your say.
Covid testing sites could close within 24 hours
The closure of temporary Covid-19 testing sites across NSW could soon begin, Premier Chris Minns has revealed, declaring “the time has come” to shut the facilities down.
Alarming new Covid symptom revealed
A disturbing new long Covid symptom has been discovered by researchers. See what it is and how it affects sufferers.
China reacts as Australia defends new Covid rule
China has declared restrictions on Chinese travellers enforced by Australia and other countries as ‘unnecessary’.
‘Worst Covid variant’: What you need to know
Experts fear that the new Omicron subvariant will cause another avalanche of Covid-19 cases. Here is what you need to know.
China border farce proves alarmists have Albo’s ear
The prime minister likes to say that he follows the best advice of experts, so why did he listen to the most extreme voices on a Covid border call which will make no difference to our safety?
Hands on nuclear button, what Dom did next shaped our history
They were images that burnt him. Now for the first time, this is the inside story of how Dominic Perrottet led Australia out of its greatest crisis since World War II supported by a surprising ally.
NSW’s $30m hit after thousands of Covid fines withdrawn
Almost half of all Covid-19 public health order fines issued in NSW will be withdrawn in a decision which is expected to cost the state government more than $30 million.
‘Get over it’: Sydney’s Covid ship passengers not worried
Hundreds of keen travellers queued to board the Majestic Princess just hours after the ship docked at Circular Quay with 800 infected people on board.
PM reveals Covid rule changes
Anthony Albanese has revealed a series of big changes on Covid restrictions in Australia, including the iso period and mask use. See what the new rules are.
Shocking new twist from Covid in children
Long-term Covid side effects are affecting Aussie kids like Emily Buntine, who went from a straight-A student to being unable to attend school — and she’s not the only one feeling the effects.
Revealed: The dodgy RAT brands yanked from sale
Australia’s medical regulator has cracked down on Covid tests with four rapid kit brands already booted from the market.
Hefty price tag for Covid isolation revealed
Premier Dominic Perrottet wants Covid isolation requirements to be scrapped from September, as the economic cost of virus-related absenteeism soars into the hundreds of millions.
Hospitals struggling to cope as Covid cases soar
Hospitals are feeling the strain of the latest surge in coronavirus cases, keeping Covid-positive patients in general wards and shunting sick children between facilities.
Anti-jab teachers return to the classroom
Hundreds of NSW teachers who were terminated for their anti-vax stance will be able to reapply for roles in classrooms from this term. HAVE YOUR SAY IN OUR POLL.
Hospitals make rules on the run to beat Covid
As health authorities brace for a third Covid wave, hospitals are refusing to wait for bureaucrats to act — instigating their own virus protection measures, including limiting visitors and mandating masks.
Push to name new Covid variants as cases skyrocket
Lack of snappy names for BA. 4 and BA. 5 is stopping people talking about the dangerous new Covid variants, experts say. What do you think they should be called?
Covid-riddled Coral Princess docks in Sydney
A cruise ship carrying more than 100 Covid cases has docked in Sydney after being slapped with tight restrictions by health officials — but passengers remain in good spirits despite the outbreak.
Millions more can access Covid antiviral drugs from today
New rules will give millions more Australians access to Covid-19 antiviral drugs from Monday, as health authorities battle soaring case numbers and hospitalisations.
Explainer: All the Covid rule changes from today
A number of remaining Covid rules will be scrapped from tonight. Find out what they are, and the restrictions that will continue.
Spicer hit hard by long Covid: ‘It’s like a living death’
Journalist Tracey Spicer is among a growing group of people who are suffering from debilitating long Covid. The 54-year-old reveals how quickly it changed her life — for the worse.
How to know if you have Covid or a common cold
As borders open and restrictions ease, experts say Australia is running rife with Covid-like common respiratory viruses.
Record number of couples heading down the aisle
It’s third time lucky for Allira Nicol and Mitch Noveski. After two Covid cancellations, the pair are set to marry in May, joining thousands of other couples who are set to say ‘I do’.
The NSW residents dominating Covid numbers
As the state’s Omicron outbreak continues to grow, there’s one group in particular which has seen the highest surge in cases. Find out who here.
How Omicron wave compares to NSW’s worst flu season
Experts say Omicron will likely have more recorded cases than Sydney’s worst flu season, but its impact could be on par with severe influenza for vaccinated people.
Sydney Covid test queues shrink after rule changes
The hours-long wait for a Covid test appears to be over, with queues disappearing from Sydney testing sites for the first time since before Christmas.
PM announces free rapid antigen tests for 6m Aussies
Concession cardholders will get free rapid antigen tests after Scott Morrison overhauled the country’s testing regime.
No expense spared for RATs as NSW cases spike
The NSW Premier will spare no expense to co-fund rapid antigen tests with the Commonwealth, after Covid cases in his state skyrocketed again overnight.
Revealed: Where you can still buy rapid antigen tests
Rapid antigen tests are flying off the shelf with many finding it impossible to get their hands on the kits. Here’s where you can still buy them.
NSW records 18,278 Covid-19 cases
NSW has recorded 18,278 new Covid infections as hospitalisations continue to rise steadily.
Vicious cycle of Covid testing and isolation
Reporter Madeline Crittenden waited more than 110 hours to receive a negative Covid test. Now she’s deemed a close contact and is back into isolation again. Welcome to the new Covid normal.
Scratchy or sore: how to tell if you have Omicron or Delta
There’s a few key differences between the Omicron and Delta variants of Covid-19 including symptoms themselves. Find out how to tell which strain you may have caught.
See Sydney’s Covid test queue chaos
NSW has recorded its first death from the Omicron variant as Covid testing clinics at capacity were forced to turn people away on Monday. See video here.
Hospitals faced with critical staff shortages
Omicron is spreading far and wide and now hospitals are facing serious staff shortages due to the numbers of staff off with Covid or isolating due to close contacts.
‘Stay strong’: Premier’s message to NSW as Covid cases rise
Dominic Perrottet has urged residents to “stay strong” as Covid cases continue to surge. Health authorities are also warning revellers to avoid kissing and hugging on New Year’s Eve to prevent a super spreader event.
Unvaxxed may be billed Covid medical expenses
The NSW government is reportedly considering billing unvaccinated Covid patients in hospital for their own medical expenses.
Sydney testing clinics with the shortest wait times
Testing queues and wait times across Sydney have blown out in the race to Christmas. Here’s where you can get swabbed within an hour.
200,000 a day: new Covid modelling revealed
State Premiers and Prime Minister Scott Morrison will meet on Wednesday to discuss tactics to tackle omicron — and masks, boosters and rapid tests are on the agenda.
‘Can’t be true’: Top doc slams Covid doomsayers
One of Australia’s former top Covid doctors says the emerging data on the Omicron variant is encouraging and believes the worst modelling will not be true.
Covid test scramble before Christmas Day
The last minute present dash has been replaced with a panicked scramble to get Covid tested – and it’s pushing pharmacies and testing clinics to the brink.
Covid obsession has gone too far
It’s only thanks to NSW Premier Dominic Perrottet that millions of Australians are able to look forward to a decent Christmas, writes Tony Abbott.
2501 cases; Delayed tests cause Christmas doubt
NSW has recorded 2501 new Covid cases – a small dip in the number of daily infections. There were no deaths recorded.
We’ve got this: Premier’s Covid message
Writing exclusively for The Daily Telegraph, Premier Dominic Perrottet says NSW is strong enough to handle rising cases before Christmas.
Abbott: ‘We’d still be living in a health-policed state but for Dom’
It’s only thanks to NSW Premier Dominic Perrottet that we’re still able to look forward to a decent Christmas, writes Tony Abbott.
Surge in Covid booster shots, as NSW hits record 2566 cases
Premier Dominic Perrottet has resisted calls to reinstate lockdowns and instead urged eligible people to get a booster shot, saying NSW is “learning to live with Covid”. The state recorded 2566 new Covid-19 cases and no deaths today.
Large Covid testing queues as NSW records 2482 cases
There were massive Covid testing queues on Saturday as NSW recorded 2482 new Covid cases — its highest daily total so far. An elderly woman also died in the past 24 hours.
Hospitals bracing for giant third wave of Covid
If the current trend of Covid case numbers doubling every two days continues, NSW could see 25,000 new cases a day by Christmas — prompting fears of overloaded hospitals.
Ex-top doc taunts ‘peanut gallery’ medical body
Australia’s doctor’s union has come under fire from a former top doctor for its commentary on the nation’s Covid booster program.
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