NSW hints at mandatory mask rule
The NSW Premier has refused to rule out a Victoria-style mandatory mask rule if day-on-day virus cases don’t stay low.
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Victoria records 439 cases, 11 deaths
Victoria has recorded 439 new infections overnight, but tragically 11 more deaths connected to the state’s plagued aged-care facilities.
‘Shame on you’: Obit blasts anti-maskers
An “inconsolable” wife in the US didn’t hold back in her husband’s obituary, blaming “selfish” anti-maskers for his virus-related death.
Melburnians will need permit to go out
People out and about for legitimate reasons in Greater Melbourne during stage four lockdown will need to show a permit if stopped by authorities.
Big mistake Boomers are making
Young people are making enormous sacrifices to try and protect older Australians. “Thoughtless” Boomers can at least do this one small thing.
Leigh Sales in isolation after virus test
The host of ABC’s 7.30 is in self isolation after she woke up feeling unwell and “did the right thing” seeking out a COVID-19 test.
What Gladys must do to save NSW
It’s time to actually close the Victorian border and stop all flights from Melbourne, or impose strict quarantine, before it’s too late.
Infected nursing homes kept under wraps
Almost 100 aged-care facilities and 25 home-care services in Victoria have had a positive case. But you won’t find out where every one is.
Airport hits back at COVID criticism
Sydney Airport has revealed exactly what happens after you land in the city, after complaints of lax screening for passengers from Victoria.
Shocking number sprung not at home
A shockingly high number of Victorians who were supposed to be self-isolating were not at home when authorities came knocking, it has been revealed.
US turns on another top virus expert
First, Donald Trump’s supporters shunned America’s infectious diseases expert. Now his opponents have chosen their own target.
Airport mistake triggers virus fears
A technological glitch at Sydney Airport had triggered fears that more than 17 flights were due to arrive from Melbourne on Monday.
12 new coronavirus cases in NSW
Twelve new cases of coronavirus have been recorded in New South Wales, bringing the state’s total to 3620. This is where they came from.
Premier’s rage: ‘Is there anything worse?’
Daniel Andrews has slammed Victorian anti-maskers who are faking medical conditions to dodge the mandatory wearing of face masks.
Lisa’s blunt message to shoppers
The TV presenter has taken to social media to call out those not wearing a mask to Woolworths after the supermarket chain asked customers to cover up.
Trump brings up Australia’s outbreak
Donald Trump is pointing to Australia to prove his stance that a coronavirus lockdown in the US “would inflict more harm than it would prevent”.
Kmart ‘strongly recommending’ masks
Kmart has become the latest in a string of NSW stores asking customers to start wearing masks while they shop, as coronavirus cases continue to climb.
Influencer hits back at ‘Karen’ follower
The bikini designer said she felt “ashamed” and “embarrassed” after receiving an unexpected message on Instagram from a stranger.
How many lives stage three saved
Some say Victoria’s stage three restrictions didn’t go far enough, but now it’s been revealed just how many infections they stopped.
‘Hazardous’ children’s masks selling online
“Ridiculous” face masks designs with attached dummies are being marketed online for young children, but the creations have raised serious concerns.
COVID-19 cases at two Sydney schools
Two Sydney schools will be closed for deep cleaning after three students tested positive for COVID-19, sending hundreds of staff and students into isolation.
How the virus is hitting restaurants
Infectious diseases experts explain the methods behind how restaurants are driving up coronavirus case numbers in NSW and Queensland.
Mention of ‘stage 5’ sparks panic
Daniel Andrews had only just detailed the full extent of Melbourne’s stage 4 lockdown when there was a brief reference of a ‘stage 5’.
‘Crisis’: Bizarre scenes in Aussie town
Angry Aussies have been keeping a constant vigil outside a mobile phone tower in northern NSW as they seek to “stop” a viral conspiracy.
Fears of childcare crisis in Melbourne
Victoria’s second lockdown may have serious ramifications for childcare centres, whose staff are no longer receiving JobKeeper.
Sydney woman beats diabetes with weight loss surgery
At 105kg, Patty Yiannakoulias was a size 18, couldn’t sleep, had reflux, fatty liver disease and needed medication to control her lifestyle-acquired type 2 diabetes. Now, she is half the woman she used to be, and has reversed diabetes, thanks to bariatric surgery.
Where Victoria’s 429 cases are from
Victoria has recorded 429 infections overnight, as more cases and deaths are linked to aged-care facilities and case numbers near 12,000.
ScoMo: ‘Disaster payments’ for Vic workers
The PM has urged Australians to support Victoria through critical new lockdown measures, as he announced new ‘disaster payments’ for Victorians who need to self-isolate but have no sick leave.
‘Dangerous’: MP’s anti-malaria drug rant
The Opposition has slammed a Liberal backbencher’s anti-malaria drug advocacy to treat coronavirus as “dangerous”.
‘Small act’: Suburban shoppers mask up
Suburban shoppers of all ages donned masks, some for the first time, after Woolworths asked customers and staff to start covering up.
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