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COVID royal commission backer says things have changed

COVID royal commission backer says things have changed

The Albanese government has been forced to defend its decision not to set up a royal commission but rather a three-expert inquiry into the pandemic.

Lockdowns, border closures exempt in pandemic inquiry

Lockdowns, border closures exempt in pandemic inquiry

Lockdowns, border closures exempt in pandemic inquiry

Lockdowns, border closures exempt in pandemic inquiry

Experts will look into Australia's response to the COVID-19 pandemic, but decisions taken by the states on lockdowns or border closures will be exempt.

PM set to announce COVID-19 inquiry: report

PM set to announce COVID-19 inquiry: report

PM set to announce COVID-19 inquiry: report

PM set to announce COVID-19 inquiry: report

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese could be poised to announce the details of a special commission of inquiry into the handling of COVID-19 pandemic.

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COVID-19 cases rise again in northern hemisphere: WHO

COVID-19 cases rise again in northern hemisphere: WHO

The World Health Organisation says COVID-19 case numbers are on the rise in the northern hemisphere, with hospitalisations up in North America, Europe and Asia.

Australians yet to shake pandemic blues as costs bite

Australians yet to shake pandemic blues as costs bite

A wide-ranging wellbeing report shows Australians are yet to completely shake their COVID-19 pandemic blues as their wages go backwards and bills mount.

Queensland hospitals vaccine mandate to be scrapped

Queensland hospitals vaccine mandate to be scrapped

Consultation will begin to scrap a rule that disallowed unvaccinated health workers from working in Queensland hospitals during the pandemic.

Cruise passengers wave goodbye to COVID restrictions

Cruise passengers wave goodbye to COVID restrictions

Passengers will be able to cruise around the country unrestricted after state governments lifted the final COVID-19 mandates on cruise ships.

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Surge in deadly strep A infection prompts vaccine calls

Surge in deadly strep A infection prompts vaccine calls

Surge in deadly strep A infection prompts vaccine calls

Surge in deadly strep A infection prompts vaccine calls

Melbourne researchers are pushing for more clinical trials for strep A vaccines as new research shows a significant rise in Australian cases.

NSW to scrap 'arcane' cruise vaccine, mask mandates

NSW to scrap 'arcane' cruise vaccine, mask mandates

NSW to scrap 'arcane' cruise vaccine, mask mandates

NSW to scrap 'arcane' cruise vaccine, mask mandates

NSW will push to scrap COVID-19 requirements for cruise ships as the state looks to move on from the pandemic and reignite the tourism sector.

Palmer funded action against Telstra over COVID vaccine

Palmer funded action against Telstra over COVID vaccine

Palmer funded action against Telstra over COVID vaccine

Palmer funded action against Telstra over COVID vaccine

Legal action against Telstra over its COVID-19 vaccination policy for employees has been discontinued, with documents showing it was funded by Clive Palmer.

Epidemiologist remembered as COVID-19 voice of reason

Epidemiologist remembered as COVID-19 voice of reason

Epidemiologist remembered as COVID-19 voice of reason

Epidemiologist remembered as COVID-19 voice of reason

Leaders and colleagues are hailing Mary-Louise McLaws as a calm and reassuring voice during the pandemic after the renowned disease expert died at the weekend.

Cruise passengers appeal 'unfair' contract clause

Cruise passengers appeal 'unfair' contract clause

Cruise passengers appeal 'unfair' contract clause

Cruise passengers appeal 'unfair' contract clause

Australia's highest court has heard a Ruby Princess contract was "unfair" for some passengers who are seeking compensation for an ill-fated voyage.

Vic records 'mpox' cases for first time in nine months

Vic records 'mpox' cases for first time in nine months

Vic records 'mpox' cases for first time in nine months

Vic records 'mpox' cases for first time in nine months

Victoria has recorded two new cases of "mpox", previously known as monkeypox, prompting a health warning from authorities.

Thousands roll up sleeves for free flu vaccinations

Thousands roll up sleeves for free flu vaccinations

Thousands roll up sleeves for free flu vaccinations

Thousands roll up sleeves for free flu vaccinations

Queenslanders are answering pleas from health officials to get vaccinated against the flu, especially the severe B strain that continues to take hold.

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Data of some Victorians put at risk during pandemic

An investigation by the Victorian Information Commissioner has found there were multiple breaches of personal information during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Vic govt not sorry for tower lockdown despite payments

More than 2500 residents who were locked down in nine Melbourne public housing towers will each be paid $2200 or $1130 after settling with the state government.

School student dies from the flu as virus warnings rise

Calls are mounting for people to get vaccinated after a student from NSW's Central Coast died after contracting the flu.

Flu on the rise as COVID-19 settles, warns NSW top doc

NSW Chief Health Officer Kerry Chant is urging parents to vaccinate their kids for flu before school resumes, as cases of the potentially deadly virus spike.

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Meningococcal alert after two more deaths as cases rise

Two meningococcal patients have died in Victoria just days after it was revealed a NSW resident died from the disease and cases are rising across Australia.

Doctors urge COVID and flu jab as fifth wave approaches

A fifth wave of COVID-19 infections is looming this winter, with Australians being urged to get their booster and flu vaccine at the same time.

Backflip over health worker COVID-19 bonus bungle

Tasmania's government has withdrawn a directive ordering more than 500 health workers to repay a COVID-19 bonus payment awarded in error.

Hospital admissions fell as pandemic caseload surged

The peak of the COVID-19 pandemic actually saw a fall in hospital admissions but doctors say pressure remains to clear backlogs in elective surgery.

Study spotlights vaccine benefit for Indigenous people

Vaccination against COVID-19 provides an 'excellent' immune response in Indigenous Australians at higher risk of respiratory infections, a study has found.

Workers return to cities but some still shunning office

Workers are gradually returning to Australia's biggest cities but some continue to shun the office to stay home, new data shows.

Lockdowns impeded migrant women from fleeing abuse

Temporary migrant women were more vulnerable than others during Australia's COVID-19 lockdowns because of their precarious visa status, a new study shows.

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