Tas ex-MP fined over unregistered gun
Former Tasmanian politician Adam Brooks has been fined after pleading guilty to possessing a gun, Victorian driver's licences and credit cards in other names.
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Air purifiers for Victoria schools delayed
Transport delays are being blamed for the slower-than-expected rollout of air purifiers to Victorian public and low-fee independent schools.
Qld pair in court over murder of girl, 8
Two people have fronted court charged over the death of an eight-year-old girl who was found dead at a home in Queensland on the weekend.
Mandatory rapid test reporting for NSW
NSW residents who test positive for COVID-19 on rapid antigen tests must now report their results as the state reaches a record for fatalities.
Don’t delay school start, leaders urged
A former deputy chief medical officer is calling on national cabinet to not delay the start of the school year, despite surging Omicron cases.
Urgent talks to address supply chain issue
Ministers are meeting with essential business sectors on possible COVID-19 isolation changes to help solve supply chain shortages due to rising infections.
Fussy Tassie devils break scavenger mould
A new study has revealed Tasmanian Devils are fussy about their food, breaking the first rule of what it is to be a scavenger.
Second man dies in southeast Qld floods
Police have hailed the "remarkable" survival of an eight-year-old girl and her stepmum, after the girl's dad became the second fatality in Queensland's floods.
Japan move looms for Reds skipper Mauk
Adelaide look set to lose another influential player following Ben Halloran's exit with skipper Stefan Mauk confirming he's poised to make a switch to Japan.
Kemp happy to help Aussie golf’s next gen
Sarah Kemp knows first-hand how to handle the weight of expectation in professional golf and she's happily passing on her knowledge to Australia's new stars.
Spotlight not blinding Aussie Min Woo Lee
Min Woo Lee is confident he can handle the attention of being the star player at this week's Australian PGA Championship in Brisbane after his breakout 2021.
COVID-hit businesses losing hope: Qld LNP
The Queensland Opposition says COVID-19 has hit small and family businesses hard and has called on the state government to provide more support.
Labor packs its bags for Queensland
Labor is hitting the hustings in Queensland as it tries to plot a path to government, with Opposition Leader Anthony Albanese touring target seats.
COVID boosters for teens being considered
Medical experts are examining whether to allow COVID booster shots for 16 and 17-year-olds, after the child vaccination rollout began this week.
Push to mandate rapid test reporting
Australian jurisdictions are expected to begin mandating rapid test result reporting to better track where COVID-19 is circulating.
Qld reports 20,566 COVID cases, one death
Queensland has recorded 20,566 new COVID-19 cases and one death, with the jump in infections partially attributed to delays from a number of testing labs.
Lutkins joins star AFLW knee casualties
Brisbane key defender Kate Lutkins has joined Isabel Huntington and Bri Davey as high-profile AFLW players to suffer season-ending ACL injuries in round one.
Farmers urge shopper calm amid COVID-19
Farmers have urged calm amid supply chain concerns saying there is plenty of fresh produce available, while urging the competition watchdog to intervene.
COVID-hit Roar facing FFA Cup challenge
Brisbane Roar face a massive challenge in Wednesday's FFA Cup quarter-final against Sydney FC with up to six first-team players unavailable for the match.
Far north Qld flooded, cyclone heads to NT
Cape York's major road is likely to be cut amid flooding caused by heavy rainfall from former Cyclone Tiffany, which is expected to reform and hit the NT.
Grave concerns for girl lost in Qld floods
The search continues for a 14-year-old girl swept away in floodwaters north of Brisbane, as a clearer picture emerges of the extent of damage to the region.
Omicron clouds loom on return to classroom
Health authorities are trying to figure out how students can safely return to the classroom as Omicron COVID-19 cases rise across the country.
Worker rules to free up fruit and veges
Supermarkets are expected to be better stocked over coming days as new rules come into force allowing supply chain workers greater freedom from quarantining.
COVID can’t stop Clarke’s stunning form
Melbourne Stars' Joe Clarke escaped the "dark places" of COVID with a half-century and a win on Monday night.
Thunders’ Billings ready for Test debut
Having answered England's SOS with a 500-mile drive from the Gold Coast to Sydney Sam Billings is ready to make an unexpected Test debut in Hobart.
Child COVID-19 vaccination rollout begins
Prime Minister Scott Morrison says the start of the COVID-19 vaccine rollout has gone well despite concerns about staffing and logistical issues.
Coronavirus news in Australia
The latest snapshot of COVID-19 cases and deaths in Australia at 1730 AEDT on Monday, January 10.
Cavallo abuse too loud to ignore say Reds
Adelaide United CEO Nathan Kosmina says abuse directed at openly gay footballer Josh Cavallo during Saturday's ALM fixture at AAMI Park was too loud to ignore.
Magpies and Dogs stars suffer ACL tears
Isabel Huntington and Bri Davey have been dealt the devastating news that they've torn their ACL, and Kate Lutkins might have suffered the same fate.
Vic mandates boosters, dancefloors close
Victoria is yet to reach its peak in COVID-19 infections, the health minister warned as he announced a booster mandate for critical workers and other changes.
Brisbane priest charged with sex offences
A prominent Brisbane Anglican priest appointed to investigate child abuse within the church has fronted court accused of historic sex offences.