Top doctors blow up at Albanese
Some of Australia’s top doctors have raised concerns over the Prime Minister’s latest move.
Coronavirus
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.
Australia’s new Covid rules explained
The Prime Minister has made huge changes to the way Australia lives with Covid. Here’s everything you need to know.
Michael Slater hit with new assault charges
Australian cricket great Michael Slater has again found himself in legal hot water over an alleged assault in Sydney.
Blunt warning on $750 payment
Calls to extend the pandemic leave payment have been met with a blunt response from the nation’s Treasurer.
Dan and Dom on Covid unity ticket
The two state premiers appeared side by side on Tuesday ahead of a meeting at which they’re expected to discuss Covid isolation requirements.
Shock new data about viruses in Australia
New details have been revealed about the viruses putting Aussies at risk. Here’s what needs to be done to stop the spread.
‘Don’t need to’: State scraps Covid rule
One Australian state has scrapped a major Covid-19 rule as the latest wave continues to ease and hospitalisations fall.
11 things Aussies still want to know about Covid
We may have made it through to the other side of the pandemic but there’s a multitude of questions Australians still want answered about the coronavirus.
Heartbreaking diary entries from lockdown
Australians have shared their secret journal entries from when they were locked down due to the Covid-19 pandemic.
‘Isolated from world’: Chilling image of Melbourne’s future
It was once home to one of the world’s most vibrant cities. Now, the country that Melbourne has overtaken for the longest lockdown has changed forever.
Why firefighters ‘didn’t try to save child’
ACT fire fighters are in the spotlight as an investigation is underway following allegations Covid-19 fears prevented them entering a house where a child needed assistance.
Duo guilty over plot to kidnap governor over lockdowns
Two men have been convicted of conspiring to kidnap a US governor and use a bomb over tough Covid restrictions.
Cop’s next move after vaccine failure
A police officer who took his commissioner and chief health officer to court over the vaccine mandate has been dealt a massive blow.
Health app you should delete now
It was once called the “ticket” out of lockdowns but now Australians are being urged to uninstall this app.
‘Worrying’: Hidden truths of catching Covid
A study of more than one million people who were infected with Covid two years ago has exposed the long-term symptoms of the disease.
Australia’s Covid response savaged
Australia’s Covid-19 vaccine rollout has been lashed for failing to meet its targets in a new bombshell report.
Twist in woman’s sacking over Covid vax
A woman was unfairly dismissed from her role at a food wholesaler and distributor because she wanted to wait for a specific vaccine.
Why Dan is teaming up with Albo
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews have joined forces to make a major announcement.
Healthcare workers flock to one state
International healthcare workers are flocking to one Aussie state as the government splashes cash to incentivise staff to remain in the system.
’Too soon’: Tough choice for parents
Aussie parents struggling with the cost-of-living crisis are facing an impossible choice – and it could be putting kids at risk.
Sassy response to anti-vaxxer’s question
A zinger from Bill Shorten has left an anti-vax senator frustrated over the government’s “refusal” to answer his questions.
‘Common sense’: State’s new mask move
Daniel Andrews has made a major announcement as Victoria battles a fresh Covid wave. Find out where to get a free mask.
One state reaches Covid surge breakthrough
One Aussie state has reached a massive health milestone but residents are warned another covid wave is on the way.
‘Flat-lined’: Concerns over Aussie Covid booster rollout
The Albanese government has flagged one major issue with Australia’s Covid-19 vaccination rates.
Vital tool to tackle Covid spike scrapped
As health authorities warn we’re entering the “worst phase” of the pandemic, a vital tool for containing the spread is being abandoned.
Aussies issued dire Covid warning
Australians have been warned to mask up as the Health Minister issues a dire warning about the wave of Covid cases.
‘More infectious’: New Covid strain fuels fresh wave
Have you had Covid recently? There are fresh warnings that you could catch the disease again faster than originally thought. Here’s what you need to know.
Aussie cruise ship Covid outbreak
Health authorities have confirmed a Covid-19 outbreak on a major cruise ship docked at a major Australian port.
Big change to advice on Covid immunity
Two new Covid-19 subvariants are pushing up cases across the country, prompting authorities to revise immunity guidelines.
Pressured ambos call new ‘code red’
The resurgence of coronavirus cases across a major Australian city has forced ambulance authorities to once again trigger crisis protocols.
Real reason pandemic leave scrapped
Australia is bracing for another peak of Covid-19 cases, but some workers will be left without income. Here’s why.
Millions to gain access to Covid treatments
Older and vulnerable Australians will soon have easier, cheaper access to potentially lifesaving Covid-19 treatments.
Image reveals big risk of new Covid strain
These images of the latest Covid variant have revealed a big risk in our immunity. And experts are warning, a new wave might be on the way.
Rich Aussies queue jumping for Covid meds
Australia has a stockpile of lifesaving Covid antiviral medications but high risk patients are missing out while the wealthy access the drugs.
Call made on future Victorian lockdowns
A senior Victorian minister has confirmed whether lockdowns or mask mandates will be part of the state’s future.
Baby dies in ER as crisis mounts
An infant has tragically died in the emergency department of a regional Victorian hospital as staffing shortages continue to mar the sector.
How Australia is tackling new Covid spike
Australia’s response to soaring Covid-19 cases and deaths and what new restrictions may be introduced has been revealed.
State CHO’s grim third wave warning
One state’s chief health officer has warned a third wave of Covid-19 will arrive within weeks and cause a surge of infections – even among people who have already had the virus.
More Australians eligible for fourth Covid jab
More Australians are now eligible for a fourth Covid jab as cases surge across the country. Here is what you need to know and when you can get it.
The Covid rules still on the table
Victoria’s new health minister has refused to rule out bringing back Covid restrictions to slow the recent outbreak of the virus.
Major change to Covid booster rules
Sources have flagged a major change to rules surrounding Covid-19 vaccines as health officials warn of a deadly new wave.
When Omicron will peak in Queensland
Health authorities have announced when the third wave of Omicron is set to peak in Queensland amid mounting pressure on hospitals and staff.
‘Longer recovery’: Dan’s move slammed
Daniel Andrews’ extension of the pandemic declaration means Victorians are unable to move on with their lives, his most vocal critic says.
Covid rule NSW wants to change
NSW Health Minister Brad Hazzard has said there is one Covid-19 rule he wants to see changed “as quickly as possible”.
Why more Aussies than ever are dying
Australia’s death rate has soared in the first part of the year. A new report from Australia’s health and welfare watchdog outlines why.
Big clue on fourth booster shots
Australia‘s top doctors are considering rolling out a fourth vaccine dose with Covid immunity waning through the winter months.
St Basil’s charged over deadly Covid outbreak
The aged care home at the centre of a horror 2020 coronavirus outbreak that killed 45 residents has been charged with workplace safety breaches.
‘Life or death’: Bizarre call on masks
The Victorian government has made a call on the future of mask rules in the state amid thousands of daily Covid-19 cases.
Mask mandates could return across Australia
A chief health officer has signalled a possible return of mask mandates as Australia battles a resurgence of Covid cases.
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