Aussie kids’ Covid jab sparks new mum and dad legal war
Warring Australian parents are calling in the lawyers, as the debate over whether to vaccinate their children boils over.
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Backpacker quarantine-dodger’s big win
A Canadian backpacker who has called Australia home for four years is facing deportation over a Covid-19 mistake after her beloved dog was killed by a crocodile.
Huge Covid rule changes for NSW
Premier Dominic Perrottet has announced many of the remaining Covid rules in NSW will be scrapped. Here’s what will change.
One rule that’s not changing yet: Dan
Victoria will scrap a host of Covid restrictions from Friday, but one rule will remain in place for at least another week.
Price rises ‘a last resort’ for Kmart owner
One of Australia’s biggest retail stables has revealed just how badly it was affected by coronavirus lockdowns and supply chain woes.
Omicron ‘clearly not’ as bad as the flu
Australia’s former deputy chief medical officer has downplayed the health risks of the Omicron variant of Covid-19.
Dan flags massive Covid rules shift
Premier Daniel Andrews has flagged a major announcement which will make sweeping changes to restrictions.
WA records worst Covid day ever
Western Australia has had a massive spike in Covid-19 infections, hitting an unwanted record number of local cases.
Concern over Qld school Covid spike
Queensland has released new data showing a concerning rise in Covid cases among schoolchildren, sparking a plea from the health minister.
Omicron vax study shock; 25k new cases, 57 deaths in 3 states
A new study has revealed surprising results on the Omicron booster, as NSW, Qld and Victoria record 25,000 new cases and 57 deaths.
NSW records 10,463 Covid cases, 27 deaths
NSW has recorded a spike in Covid-19 infections with 10,463 new cases and 27 deaths on Wednesday.
Doctors and nurses ready to be deployed
THE Commonwealth has said it has “clinical teams available” to assist the Northern Territory’s government respond to growing pressures in remote communities.
Top doc’s spray about mask mandates
High-profile infectious disease expert Nick Coatsworth has called for a re-evaluation of mask policy, specifically for one part of Australia’s population.
New vaccine mandate for some workers
One group of workers is facing a new vaccine mandate and could be required to have three shots to be considered “fully vaccinated”.
McGowan’s big call on WA border
A new date to bring down Western Australia’s hard border will be revealed after the state set a new Covid-19 record.
Qld records 5286 new cases, 10 Covid deaths
Queensland has recorded another 5286 Covid cases and 10 deaths in the past 24 hours.
Alarming detail in anti-vaxxer’s arrest
The nation’s top cop has revealed that police made a “concerning” discovery in the arrest of a ringleader of the anti-vaccination protests in Canberra.
Camilla catches Covid after Prince Charles as fears grow for Queen
Buckingham Palace refuses to confirm whether the Queen has Covid despite Prince Charles and Camilla testing positive within days of meeting the monarch.
NSW records 8201 Covid-19 cases, 16 deaths
NSW has recorded a spike in Covid-19 infections with 8201 new cases and 16 deaths on Tuesday.
Victoria records 8162 Covid cases, 20 deaths
The state has notched up another 8162 cases amid a spike in the number of people who died with the virus in the past 24 hours.
Healthcare ‘crisis’ to hit state today
Nurses have replied after being officially banned from taking strike action across NSW as crisis talks with the government broke down.
Taxpayers hit with $500k Airbnb bill
Australian taxpayers have been hit with a $500,000 Airbnb bill to house government officials. Here’s why.
Anti-vaxxers arrested in camp clean-up
Several anti-vaccination mandate protesters have been arrested in Canberra after police moved in to clear out their camp.
Vic records 7104 new cases, two Covid deaths
Victoria has recorded 7104 Covid cases and two deaths in the past 24 hours as the state weighs up winding back QR code check-ins.
NSW records 6184 Covid cases, 14 deaths
NSW has recorded another drop in Covid-19 infections after the premier defended his decision to open up in December.
Qld weighs up drastic Covid response
Queensland is considering taking drastic action in response to Omicron, which the Deputy Premier has described as a “last resort”.
Rogue MP slammed over anti-vax rally
A controversial government MP has been slammed for attending an anti-vax rally in Canberra after livestreaming the event.
Big border change in WA begins
Western Australian Premier Mark McGowan conceded one thing as a major change to the state’s borders came into effect today.
Covid cases drop but record deaths recorded
The number of Covid cases being reported across the country are rapidly falling but the official death toll has hit a new record in one state.
US hits grim new Covid milestone
The US’ struggle with Covid has worsened over the last month despite Joe Biden’s pledge to ‘shut down the virus’, as a vax mandate is imposed in the EU for the first time.
Reason for shocking death toll in Victoria
Victoria has had its highest day for Covid deaths since 2020, while also recording almost 8000 new cases.
NSW records another big drop in Covid cases
NSW case numbers and hospitalisations have eased but the state has still reported more Covid deaths.
‘First step’: Brittany Higgins issues statement
Brittany Higgins has responded to new steps being taken after a bombshell report into parliament’s culture.
Revealed: Australia’s wealthy rapid antigen kingpins
These are the CEOs behind the companies selling rapid antigen tests across Australia and the rest of the world are raking in millions of dollars. SEE THE FULL LIST.
Cops barge into church over Covid breach
West Australian Police have revealed why they interrupted a Catholic Church mass, shocking parishioners.
State’s residents counting down the days
South Australians have been given something to look forward to, with the Premier flagging an easing of restrictions next week.
‘Like North Korea’: Qantas boss unloads
Qantas boss Alan Joyce has unloaded on Mark McGowan for keeping the West Australian border shut, delivering one brutal barb.
Qld roasts ScoMo over aged care chaos
Queensland’s leaders have again roasted the Federal Government over an aged care “disgrace” as the state records 6857 Covid-19 infections and 13 deaths.
Mystery surrounds missing Covid tests
A major investigation has been launched after dozens of PCR swabs disappeared from a South Australian testing clinic.
Major changes to Vic elective surgery
The state has notched up another 11,240 coronavirus cases and 36 deaths as authorities announced major changes to elective surgery.
Big dip in NSW virus numbers
NSW Covid-19 numbers dipped by several thousand on Friday, although the number of seriously ill patients remained steady.
Dan drops hint on hated Covid rule
Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews has given people a huge clue on how long they will have to live with one hated Covid rule.
Greg Hunt points finger on boosters
Health Minister Greg Hunt has pointed the finger at one group of people on booster shots after coming under fire over the rollout.
Woolies makes big change on RATs
Woolworths has made a big announcement on rapid antigen tests as demand for the kits continues to soar across Australia.
ScoMo’s surprise call about WA border
Scott Morrison has made a huge call about Mark McGowan’s decision to keep the West Australian border sealed shut.
McGowan’s grim warning for schools
West Australian Premier Mark McGowan has made a grim prediction about how Covid-19 will impact the school year.
Fresh aged care fury after nine more deaths
The Queensland government has escalated a bitter row with Scott Morrison over aged care as the state’s nursing home Covid death toll rises.
NSW records 12,632 cases, 38 deaths
Coronavirus cases in NSW have increased, with the state recording 12,632 new infections and 38 deaths on Thursday.
PM’s huge hint on who is fully vaxxed
The Prime Minister has dropped a big hint about changing the definition of who is considered “fully vaccinated” in Australia.
Latest change to booster rollout revealed
Australia’s expert vaccine panel has made a big call on the latest group of people to be given the green light for booster jabs after three months.
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