Australians hesitant on booster uptake
A new survey conducted by the Australian National University has found the number of people who say they will get a booster has declined in the past few months.
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Qld turns stations into protected areas
The Queensland government has bought two cattle stations the size of Hong Kong to convert into a protected area managed by Traditional Owners.
Qld digital licences to launch next year
The Queensland government will roll out digital licences on a smartphone app next year after a successful trial.
Labor leader reveals his personal side
Opposition Leader Anthony Albanese has opened up about his personal life, including his childhood, new partner and effects of a life-threatening car accident.
PM condemns Russia, more sanctions coming
Prime Minister Scott Morrison has denounced the "unilateral, hostile" invasion of Ukraine and announced a further tranche of sanctions against 25 Russians.
Russia in full-scale invasion of Ukraine
Russia has launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine, targeting the nation's military as world leaders condemn the attack and vow harsh sanctions.
Delay for under-5s COVID vaccine approval
The medical regulator says vaccine approval for under-fives will not be considered until after Easter, as Moderna gets the green light for six to 11-year-olds.
New COVID-19 cases in WA surge by 643
Western Australia's Omicron case numbers have more than doubled overnight, with 643 new local infections and five people in hospital.
Call to stop migrant worker exploitation
A parliamentary committee looking at new laws to stamp out foreign worker exploitation has heard an example of four skilled workers getting paid $40 a day.
Australia to impose sanctions on Russia
Prime Minister Scott Morrison has announced Australia will impose a range of sanctions against Russia, saying Vladimir Putin's "invasion of Ukraine" has begun.
Wire and poles problem for AGL bid: ACCC
Billionaire Mike Cannon-Brookes still wants to buy AGL Energy, but the competition watchdog is worried about the consortium holding wires, poles and generators.
West punishes Russia with new sanctions
Western nations have begun issuing sanctions against Russia over its actions towards Ukraine, with more to come.
Experts seek higher child vaccination rate
Health experts are set to meet next week to discuss the use of schools and other means to boost the COVID-19 vaccination rate for children.
Germany halts pipeline, UK sanctions banks
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz has blocked the Nord Stream 2 pipeline while five Russian banks have been sanctioned by the UK as tensions rise over Ukraine.
Vic eyes NSW pact on COVID-19 iso changes
Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews has flagged his state and NSW could form a unity ticket on COVID-19 isolation rules if easing isn't agreed at national cabinet.
Palmer, McGowan trial delay due to borders
Defamation hearings involving Clive Palmer and Western Australia's premier have been delayed due to Western Australia's border reopening.
Union ‘vindicated’ in NSW trains dispute
A dispute that shut down Sydney's train network is closer to being resolved after the NSW government dropped its industrial claim against the rail union.
SA Labor pledges 300 more nurses
Labor continues to focus on health promises in the South Australian election campaign with the Liberals looking to trade and tourism initiatives.
Morrison refutes China laser allegations
Scott Morrison has hit back at China's claims that an Australian aircraft was flying too close to a Chinese warship before it was lasered.
Australian diplomats evacuate from Ukraine
Australian diplomats have been ordered to leave Ukraine and close the embassy, after Russian forces entered the country.
Palmer cancels speech, gets COVID test
Businessman and United Australia Party founder Clive Palmer has cancelled an address to the National Press Club due to illness.
Household iso rules could be relaxed: Hunt
Health Minister Greg Hunt has indicated there is further capacity to reduce isolation requirements for household contacts to match those for essential workers.
Putin sends ‘peacekeepers’ to Ukraine
It is not immediately clear what the size of the force that Vladimir Putin is dispatching to Ukraine is, or exactly what their mission will be.
‘Declare or be aware’ warning for tourists
Border force officers have been told to use the full force of penalties against people arriving in Australia who do not declare potential biosecurity hazards.
Police drones to zoom in on northern Qld
Queensland will trial police drones in the state's northern cities, while three new police helicopters will soon be in the skies over the southeast.
Qld records 4114 COVID cases, six deaths
The Queensland government is "on track" to lift a statewide suspension of elective surgery as it records another six COVID-19 deaths and 4114 new cases.
PM invests $678m to part seal Outback Way
The coalition government is providing $678 million to seal part of the 2720 kilometres of the Outback Way that runs through Queensland, the NT and WA.
Flights back, trains gone as NSW reopens
International arrivals have been met by a welcoming committee as they touched down in Sydney, but faced limited options when it came time to leave the airport.
PM expects lasering explanation from China
Prime Minister Scott Morrison expects China to provide answers on the lasering of an Australian Defence Force aircraft by a Chinese military vessel.
Qld whistleblowers fear reprisals: LNP
Whistleblowers won't take part in Queensland's new integrity review because they fear "the heavies could be put on them" if they speak out, the opposition says.
Qld to strengthen electric scooter laws
Queensland is working on reforms to crack down on electric scooter "cowboys" with the government looking to enable police to throw the book at rogue riders.