Major change to international travel
International travellers will no longer have to do one thing after the Health Minister confirmed major changes to how Australia handles Covid.
Australia
Fears school carnival a Covid ‘superspreader’
Coronavirus cases are rising again in Queensland, with fears a school rowing carnival has become a “superspreader” event.
2yo boy’s family didn’t know he had Covid
The family of the Sydney boy who died of Covid reportedly weren’t aware their son had contracted the virus until they rushed him to hospital.
Dan’s warning about Covid sub-variant
Daniel Andrews has flagged one thing happening but says it depends on what happens with the new sub-variant ahead of winter.
Pro-Putin activist takes over anti-vax protest
A notorious pro-Russia activist has used an address at an anti-vaccine protest to sprout misinformation about the Ukraine invasion.
True number of Omicron cases to be revealed
Antibody blood testing is expected to reveal that the true number of Omicron cases in Australia could be five to 10 times higher than reported in the initial wave.
NSW records 20,000 more Covid cases
Covid cases in NSW have continued to surge, with more than 20,000 new infections recorded on Friday.
Top doc calls for Covid restrictions to return
A top Australian doctor has called for the reinstatement of several Covid restrictions in a renewed push for governments to step in.
Grim prediction for Covid case numbers
A major Covid vaccination hub is set to close this month despite predictions the new variant is taking hold and set to double cases in the state.
Major change flagged for kids’ vaccines
Health authorities are preparing Australia for a concurrent flu and Covid-19 season, with a major change for children on the cards.
‘Grave consequences’: NSW to see cases spike
NSW Health Minister Brad Hazzard has issued a grave warning about a new variant of Covid-19, amid calls to reintroduce measures in the state.
NSW Health wants restrictions brought back
NSW Health is reportedly pushing for the return of mandatory masks and working from home amid a rise in cases of the new Omicron subvariant.
True Covid death count revealed
A new study has revealed the true toll of Covid-19 and has found death rates may be three times higher than official records show.
What’s your chance of catching Covid twice?
As Covid infections rise again, many who got infected over the Christmas holidays may be wondering whether they can get the virus again.
Why Covid cases in NSW are skyrocketing
Experts have revealed what is behind NSW’s recent spike in Covid-19 cases, with warnings a new variant could see infections double within weeks.
Doctor hints at major Covid rule change
One of the nation’s top doctors has hinted a major Covid rule change could be just around the corner.
Glaring error in Covid test fact sheet
A mistake on a Covid testing fact sheet sparked a wave of frustration among Western Australians after contradictory advice was given.
Five states record a fall in Covid cases
The latest Covid figures show that five states have recorded a fall in cases today.
Major difference with Sydney and Melbourne
Presenter Georgie Tunny recently moved from the Victorian capital to the Harbour City. And there’s one glaring difference she’s noticed between the two cities.
Covid spreads after PM tests positive
A worse for wear looking Scott Morrison has given an update on how he’s going after he tested positive to Covid.
Positive PM sparks high-level Covid scare
The PM attended a national security committee meeting hours before he tested positive for Covid-19, prompting urgent RAT tests for senior leaders.
At-home Covid pill comes with a catch
The first pill to help in the fight against Covid-19 will be available to Australians from Tuesday. But there is a catch.
‘What Australia did’: Gates’ advice to nations
The international rich lister applauded Australia’s Covid response and advocated for other countries to follow our approach in any future pandemic.
Glaring hypocrisy anti-vaxxers can’t grasp
Rage from anti-vaxxers has merely served to prove their ultimate hypocrisy — and highlighted the message they just can’t seem to understand.
‘Grumpy’ official unloads over Covid in kids
A high-ranking health official says he’s getting quite “grumpy” with people downplaying the effects of Covid-19 among children.
Top doc ridicules Dan’s kid mask rule
Daniel Andrews has been criticised for dropping his state’s mask mandate for all but one group.
Clive Palmer’s shock last-minute cancellation
Clive Palmer has been directed not to travel just hours before he was supposed to give a major speech.
Three states record Covid cases drop
Queensland, NSW and Victoria have all recorded significant changes in their Covid numbers from the previous day.
‘It’s clear’: Covid scare-mongering exposed
The hysterical headlines have receded and all the catastrophic predictions were wrong. The results could not be any clearer.
Chant’s four Covid predictions for 2022
Future infection spikes, new variants, a fourth booster for some and a bad flu season could be on the cards for Australia’s Covid-19 fight over the next 12 months.
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