New Covid variant in time for Christmas
A new Covid variant has hit Australia in time for the holidays, but experts say it’s not like the others.
Coronavirus
‘Nightmare’: New Covid threat hits Australia
Just in time for Christmas a new fast-spreading Covid-19 variant has hit Australia, with cases rising tenfold in a few weeks.
1900 allowed off ship despite Covid outbreak
A cruise ship with about 2000 people on-board is continuing to sail through Australian waters and will disembark in WA, despite a Covid-19 outbreak.
Bombshell study backs Covid lab leak theory
Researchers have revealed more about the possible origins of the pandemic, as a once common Covid symptom is dropped from the list.
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Baby dies in ER as crisis mounts
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How Australia is tackling new Covid spike
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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
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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.
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